The film industry has made me learn patience all over again: Diana Penty

The ruthless nature of the film business and the way that time is considered money here is something actress Diana Penty is very much aware of. The Cocktail (2012) star feels because of this, sticking to her convictions and not surrendering to the rat race gets intense.

“Tough is an understatement. It’s very tough and stressful and more often than not, you tend to find yourself in a sort of dilemma — you’re torn between sticking to the films you truly believe in on one hand, and following the advice of the people around you on the other. When it comes down to it, I always land up following my instincts with regard to the work I do and I try to maintain a healthy balance,” says Diana

What came to her save her is ‘patience’, and Penty jokes her friends used to say she has the patience of a saint.  “But the film industry has made me learn patience all over again. I have learnt along the way that things will happen at their own pace and time. What’s important is to keep the faith and continue to work hard.”

Discussing the project, she shares,  “It’s a psychological thriller. I’m really looking forward to it because it’s a character and genre I’ve never attempted before. We started shooting in Mumbai and will soon be travelling for the outdoor schedule of the film.”