Not love at first sight

I met Hiten [her husband and co-star in both Kutumb and Kyunki...] four years ago in Hyderabad. We were on location for the shoot of the Breeze ad film. It was such a hectic two-day schedule that we barely exchanged a couple of sentences with each other.

But Destiny had other plans.

A few months later, we met again on the sets of Kutumb [see image].

Again, I was completely wrapped up in my work and the rigours of shooting for a daily soap. The work was exhausting and the cast humungous.

The Kutumb sets weren't exactly the perfect setting for a love match. Still, it happened.

Love took me completely by surprise. One moment, Hiten and I were simply friends and the next we were madly in love!

Our courtship went on for two years. During this time, I got to know him really well.

The phrase 'nice guy' fits him to a T. He is a very caring and kind person.

These were the qualities attracted me to him the most. Like me, success hasn't changed him. He still remembers his roots.

We were married in May (2004) in a simple ceremony in Pune. This was followed by a small do in Mumbai, attended by close friends and family.

My parents are extremely happy. They have always wanted to see me well-settled.