As a little girl growing up in Bangalore, she shared her room with an assortment of furry and feathered little animals.
The passion for animal welfare continued into adulthood and she became an active member of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). In a weekly column, she shared her passion and concern for animals with her readers. She was convinced that she had come into this world to make a mark.
After a successful stint as a model, she decided to take up television. She was a popular veejay on MTV and also hosted the Style show on Star World.