Shabbana Mullani - TV actress known as Agni in Jiya Jale on 9X and also in Rajan Shahi's Sapna Babul ka Bidaai on Star Plus.

On acting as a career - What you think of acting/ How it has changed you? What do you think of it as a career

Acting was my childhood dream and passion and it made me responsible to adapt to the surroundings as I was very shy before.

On success - What it means to you?

It means a lot to me.

On spiritualism - What it means to you? Do you believe in it? How do you practise it?

I believe in God though I don't believe in any religion in particular. I believe in all Allah, Bhagwan Jesus etc.

On God - How do you relate to him? Any special experience

I don't go to temple, dargah or church daily but when confused I just relate and talk to him and feel good.

On Fame - What it means to you?

Not only recognition but people should also tell me that I am a complete actress.

On turning point of life

Yet to come.

On Stress Management - How do you handle stress?

Work is not at all a stress to me, in fact when I don't have work I feel stressed.

On Trust - How d o you define the line of trust in relations

I trust my family and few friends. But I cannot trust anyone easily.

What inspires you to do your best?

My family the spirit is me says I should do my very best.

Philosophy of life

Live and let live. Life is very precious and one must respect one's parents always.

Lessons you have learnt

I made friends with wrong people and I learnt a lesson not to trust wrong people.

What is the role of meditation in your life?

Don't meditate but I dance which gives me peace in my life.

What are the insecurities actors faces in their profession?

It is not only acting profession in every field there is insecurity. Every human being feels insecure.

Do you do anything to enhance your luck like feeding the cow, offering water to Sun?

When I get up in morning, I look at a family photo and my Dad and Mom are my Lucky charms, My day is done.

Interview designed and co-ordinate by Mala Shetty