From humble beginnings in a Broadway show she wrote where she depicted Ben Affleck to airhead Kelly Kapoor to The Mindy Project. Mindy Kaling is the all rounded actress, writer, comedian, producer and director. She’s a power figure in both female supporting lead roles and also a step forward for ethnic minorities.
Here are some of the best things she’s said, both in character and IRL.
This inspiration quote from The Mindy Project, where she stars as Mindy Lahori a gynaecologist.
Another inspirational quote, which makes all women feel empowered of their own situations.
This time when she spoke the truth about how rom-coms are unrealistic and suck.
When she got sassy about other Asians.
When she doesn’t care about being the only foodie at a food event, she knows what she’s there for.
This will be our line from now onwards.
When we using sayings we vaguely understand.
When she made us regret all the mum-isms we didn’t pay attention to.
Pizza, shoes, burritos, handbags, burgers and the list goes on.
Wise words, Kelly.
This quote is warm and heartfelt. Her mother sadly passed away, but she’s stayed a constant figure for Mindy.
This is the best thing we can all relate to. Other than university, when else can you party and hang out all of the time?
But Smack talk is in the moment. Thank you for teaching us the difference.
Every. Single. Time.
Personality defect, or confidence we should all have?