Cosmo: Something exciting that's happened to you recently?
Katrina: "Professionally, I would say, it is the Lakmé campaign. It's a big one and I'm very pleased I landed it."
C: At work, what are you most likely to throw a tantrum about?
K: I am not the sort of person who throws tantrums on the set, but if people are just standing around, clueless about their job, or doing it badly, I sometimes get frustrated and lose my temper.
C: What's your work mantra?
K: I believe in giving a hundred per cent to whatever I'm doing. I don't ever do anything half-heartedly.
C: What about films? Have you had any more big offers?
K: I have had a lot of offers but I haven't signed anything on after Boom. I'm waiting to be offered a role in which I can make the kind of impact I want. So far, there have been good filmmakers, but not the kind of roles that really excite me.
C: When you're not at work, where may one run into you...
K: The gym, my dance class, or just hanging out with a few close friends.
C: How do you handle a crisis?
K: I cry for hours, then sit at home with swollen eyes. Once it's out of my system, I figure out a way to tackle it.
C: How do you deal with cheesy pick-up lines?
K: I am bad with that. I look right over the head of the guy. I don't like confrontations. I prefer to walk away from an ugly situation.
C: What kind of a partner are you?
K: I'm very loving. And I'm also reasonably demanding. Because being in a relationship meanssomuchtome,Ihavealotof expectations. Yet, I like my independence and would not lose my individuality. I give and need a lot of space as well.
C: Are you high-maintenance?
K: No, I am very simple. I don't think being high-maintenance has anything to do with money. It's to do with attitude.
C: Five qualities you like in a man?
K: Honesty,loyalty,confidence,humility and an amazing sense of humour.
C: A man you'd like to meet?
K: I really admire Russell Crowe and would love to meet him.
C: Who is the sexiest man alive?
K: Johnny Depp.No question.
C: Films you love?
K: Gone with the Wind and Umrao Jaan.
C: Any guilty pleasures?
K: I can eat an abnormal amount of sweets and desserts at any time.
C: Your worst habit?
K: I am constantly biting my lips. I've tried to stop, but it's impossible!
(Interview by Sarita Tanwar)