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Exploring her circumstances was as interesting and exciting as it was challenging.

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(L-r) ZAC EFRON as Logan and TAYLOR SCHILLING as Beth in Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Village Roadshow Pictures’ romantic drama “THE LUCKY ONE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

I wanted to honor her and women in her position as best I could.

It’s a thrill and a honor.

I’m just so excited to be a part of a story that has touched so many people.

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(L-r) TAYLOR SCHILLING as Beth and ZAC EFRON as Logan in Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Village Roadshow Pictures’ romantic drama “THE LUCKY ONE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

Were you a fan of the book before you snagged the role?

I actually hadn’t read the book before I read the script.

But once I did, I was hooked.

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TAYLOR SCHILLING as Beth in Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Village Roadshow Pictures’ romantic drama “THE LUCKY ONE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

What was it like working with Zac Efron?

Zac’s one of the most down-to-earth, hard-working guys I’ve met.

Even while taking the work seriously, he made the process fun.

The story centers around Zac’s character Logan and the idea of fate.

Do you believe in fate?

I do believe that there is a guiding force in my life.

If you had to pick, what would be your favorite romance film?

Casablanca,When Harry Met SallyandSleepless in Seattle.

What healthy snacks did you rely on to charge you up in the middle of a long day filming?

I’m really into Greek yogurt, fruit and almonds.

Those are my “go-to” snacks.

As a busy actress, how do you sneak a little “me time” into your day?

How do you stay fit and healthy?

My workout routine is pretty simple.

I like to do yoga–I go through phases of going to classes at the gym.

Also, I like to run outside.

I’d take a stab at get outside no matter what.

I always feel better after fresh air.

What can we look forward to seeing from you next?

There are lots of great options on the horizon but nothing I can tell you about yet!

Catch Taylor Schilling and Zac Efron in The Lucky One, hitting theaters April 20.

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