Radhika Apte is on a song, making the most of the content wave sweeping across the Indian film industry and beyond. Arguably, the most representative actress of this era, the 33-year-old Punekar has travelled quite a distance since making her debut with a bit role in Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! in 2005. Last year, an unstoppable Apte has turned in solid performances in PadMan, Bazaar, Sacred Games, Andhadhun and Lust Stories. Known to be a thinking (wo)man’s actress, Apte opens up about her career in a freewheeling interview with Giridhar Jha. Excerpts: