Quotes by Persis Khambatta

About Persis Khambatta:

Persis Khambatta was an Indian model, actress. and author. She was best known for her role as Lieutenant Ilia in the 1979 feature film Star Trek: The Motion Picture.
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I'm going down in history with Star Trek. It's a great feeling.

Persis Khambatta

One thing about me, as far as my career is concerned, is that I'm very confident. I know I'm good.

Persis Khambatta

I arrived in Hollywood and lived much of my life in America, but the fans did not really know me.

Persis Khambatta

I just have beautiful memories of what has happened in my life.

Persis Khambatta

I was brought to Hollywood by Gene Roddenberry and Michael Eisner, chosen from 600 hopefuls to star in the original 'Star Trek' motion picture. The success of the film, coupled with the allure that I had shaved my head for the role, put a spotlight o...

Persis Khambatta

I love what I do, and I'm not doing anything either for money or for the sake of some unfulfilled ambition.

Persis Khambatta

I love America. I eagerly became a citizen. I have no bitterness toward those casting directors who dismissed me because of my accent, nor toward the producers and directors who wanted to cast me but thought the audience wouldn't accept my accent. I ...

Persis Khambatta

If I send out positive messages, it will set a chain of healthy thought processes.

Persis Khambatta

Author Bio

  • NamePersis Khambatta
  • DescriptionIndian actress
  • BornOctober 2, 1948
  • DiedAugust 18, 1998
  • CountryIndia
  • ProfessionActor; Model