Delnaaz Irani plays Goli bua aka Kiran in the Star Plus’ new show Kabhi Kabhie Ittefaq Sey. Here’s a chat with the actress

Tells us about your character in the show.

Kabhi Kabhie Ittefaq Sey is a ‘feel-good, ‘slice of a life’ kind of a show. There are no negative characters in it. It is a sweet story of a joint family and my character is called Kiran aka Goli bua. This is by far the most different as well as the most difficult role I’ve had to essay.

Tell us about the preparations you did for this show?

Honestly, I haven’t really prepared to play Kiran. As the show is a remake of a very popular Bengali show, many asked me to watch it but I truly wanted to make this character my own and act it out my way. I have definitely prepared for the look though. It is a very real show, so I have gone for a minimalistic saree look.

How does it feel to bag such a pivotal role?

Of course, it feels great to bag such a pivotal role at this stage and age and I am extremely elated about this opportunity. I am especially grateful to the production house for believing in me and getting me out of that bracket and image of a ‘comedy actor’.

How is the bond with the other co-stars?

I cannot even begin to explain how sweet our bond is. Not just me, Yesha, Manan and Mehul but the entire cast is like a big family which is quite essential for a show like Kabhi Kabhie Ittefaq Sey. It feels great to be working with youngsters who always ask about my experience in the industry.

Tell us about your personal life routine?

Being the woman in the family, there is a lot of work that happens post my shoot hours. And personally, I enjoy my walks, meditation and yoga. I am also very spiritual, so saying my prayers are a must. On a week off, I relax at home and then meet up with friends.

How do you manage to bring the balance between work and personal life?

I believe it is extremely important to maintain a balance between your personal and professional life. I do take breaks. I have never been a person who works for 30 days in a month. Even between shows or movies, I take a break before hopping onto another show.

Do you still feel nervous before shooting an important sequence?

Yes, I do. I think it is extremely good to have that nervous energy because if you are not, then you are overconfident and nothing good has ever come out of being overconfident.

How do you keep yourself motivated during this trying phase?

I think you have to be in that kind of positive frame of mind in life in order to be positive and motivated through and through. Luckily, I have surrounded myself with people who want to see me succeed and be happy and that helps immensely. Also, I am a very happy person in general and love to generously spread it around as well.