Archie Panjabi Quotes

A collection of quotes by Archie Panjabi.

Archie Panjabi is a British actress, best known for her role as Kalinda Sharma in the television series "The Good Wife." She was born on May 31, 1972, in Edgware, Middlesex, England. Panjabi began her acting career in theater and made her on-screen debut in the early 1990s with small roles in several British TV shows and films.

However, it was her portrayal of the enigmatic investigator Kalinda Sharma on "The Good Wife" that brought her widespread recognition and critical acclaim. Her compelling performance earned her numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2010.

In addition to her success on television, Panjabi has also appeared in several notable films, such as "Bend It Like Beckham" (2002) and "A Mighty Heart" (2007), where she starred alongside Angelina Jolie. Her versatility as an actress has allowed her to effortlessly transition between different genres and mediums throughout her career.

Outside of acting, Panjabi is known for her activism and philanthropic work. She actively supports various charities and causes, including organizations focused on education, healthcare, and women's rights.

With her talent, captivating presence, and commitment to making a positive impact, Archie Panjabi has established herself as a respected and influential figure in the entertainment industry.

I like to cook Indian food when I can. I find the process of

I like to cook Indian food when I can. I find the process of creating a home-cooked meal to be unwinding.

Archie Panjabi

Food

I knew from a young age that I wanted to be an actor. I neve

I knew from a young age that I wanted to be an actor. I never even thought about other careers. The acting field is certainly not the path many Indian parents encourage their children to take, but mine were very supportive. They wanted me to have an education, but understood that this is what I wanted to do.

Archie Panjabi

Education

I don't ever want to be hugely famous because I had a little

I don't ever want to be hugely famous because I had a little taste of it after 'East Is East' and 'Bend It.'

Archie Panjabi

Famous

My mother wanted to be a teacher when she was young, and my

My mother wanted to be a teacher when she was young, and my father didn't approve of it, so she fought very hard to become one. And she did it. So when I said I wanted to become an actress, my mother was very supportive. She always said to me, 'There's no such thing as 'can't.'

Archie Panjabi

Teacher

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some people did not have their fill of laughter in the onset; and knowing that such as these would be blind anyway, he thought it quite as well that they should wrinkle up their eyes in grins, as have a malady in the less attractive forms.

Charles Dickens

Dad

There is a big misconception about arranged marriage. Yes, i

There is a big misconception about arranged marriage. Yes, it can mean that you meet someone and then have to marry them, but this was my mother saying, 'I'm going to introduce you to so-and-so - If you don't like them, fair enough.'

Archie Panjabi

Marriage

When I was younger I was fat. I was never conscious of it an

When I was younger I was fat. I was never conscious of it and was content with who I was because I was so loved. My mother never told me to lose weight and my father doted on me, but my agent told me. I tried, but I loved Indian food too much.

Archie Panjabi

Food