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“I always talk about if you want to be an artist, you have to be authentic because people can tell bullshit a mile away. There is nothing wrong with creating a character, standing behind that character, and that being an authentic performance piece, because that's a piece of art as well. But if you want to be an artist in any form, you have to know to come with it.”

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Janina Gavankar

Janina Gavankar is an Indian-American actress born on November 29, 1980. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Tana Caroline in the television series 'Pretty Little Liars'. Gavankar has showcased her versatility in the entertainment industry, active in television, film, and stage performances. more

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