Farah Khan, 44, Film-maker, Bollywood

Farah Khan is as grounded as she was almost two decades ago when she started out in the entertainment industry. She was picked to choreograph a song quite by chance for the Aamir Khan-starrer Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar and has never looked back since. "I grew with the times. I managed to keep producing a variety of work and moved from being a choreographer to a film-maker over the years, says Khan.

Her spunky attitude has brought her many friends in the industry. In a Bollywood first, Khan managed to bring together over 30 top actors of different generations in her second directorial movie. Surely, that speaks highly of her standing. But Khan remains on the level.

"I have my priorities straight, says Khan, who, along with husband Shirish Kunder, is focussing on her home production house, Three's Company. "We're looking forward to producing a mix of television formats, concerts, and movies. Movies like I make thorough entertainers and the kind Shirish likes the 'arty', World Cinema appreciation kind.

Power to me means.
Having the prerogative to do or not do something. It's also about being able to make things happen.

My most memorable experience at workplace.
Bringing together over 30 actors for a song in the movie Om Shanti Om.

My favourite life-after-work activity.
Playing with my triplets and watching movies while they are taking an afternoon nap.

The turning point of my career.
Choreographing a song for the movie, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, that was to be originally choreographed by Saroj Khan.

New lessons learnt in 2009.
It's very important to have a business of your own; a legacy to leave behind for your children. - Anamika Butalia

Resource: Business Today