India, July 16 -- Sagarika Ghatge is an Indian actor, athlete, model, and entrepreneur. She is best known for her role as Preeti Sabharwal in the iconic movie Chak de! India. In an exclusive interview with HT Lifestyle, she reflected on her life as an actor, athlete, and a founder of one of the popular fashion brands Akutee.

Sagarika Ghatge may be a national-level hockey player and former model, but it was her portrayal of Preeti Sabharwal in Chak De! India that made her a household name. Nearly two decades later, the iconic character continues to define her in the hearts of audiences. Talking to HT Lifestyle, Sagarika said, "I don't mind people calling me Preeti Sabharwal because at the end of the day, a character so iconic, a film so i...