Kiran Dubey, the actress with a cool attitude has come a long way. A few years ago the role of Karishma Virani in Kyunki made her a household name. Now, she has bounced back as Rajeshwari Devi in Kahaani ghar ghar ki.

Apart from the Balaji shows, viewers have also seen Kiran in many more popular shows like Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahi and Devi. Apart from this, she's also done a negative act in Raman Kumar's Milli and Suno Har Dil Kuuch Kehta hai for Sahara One.

In a chat with Tellychakkar.com Kiran sums up her life mantra

What is Kiran Dubey like?
I am a very loving person by nature who has a different trip in life. Ultimately I am seeking knowledge above anything else. I am getting wiser by the day and definitely evolving as an individual everyday.

How did Balaji happen?
I had gone casually to Balaji for a role, not in Kyunki. Ekta spotted me and felt she has found her Karishma Virani. The character was outgoing and rebellious like Zeenat Aman in Hare Krishna Hare Ram. From 2002 to 2004, I did Kyunki. Meanwhile, I also did Kkusum in which I played Lalli Chachu's (Bakul Thakkar) love interest. But Karishma Virani's character gave me instant recognition.

How did you get the role of Rajeshwari Devi in Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki?
Meetu from Balaji called me with the offer. Initially, I was reluctant as I was busy with another show.. But after they narrated the character to me, I took it and managed my dates and time efficiently. I am glad I took up the role as Kahaani is a very good show and my character Rajeshwari Devi who's Anoop Soni's wife is a die hard romantic in spite of being negative. What is interesting is that she also has a sense of humour.

How is it working with Sakshi Tanwar and Mita Vasishth?
I have known Sakshi for many years. She was a part of my first show Sansaar and I have worked with her in Devi. Saakshi is a very genuine person and makes everyone around feel comfortable. I met Mita only on the sets of Kahaani and we have bonded very well. She's very intelligent and has a wonderful sense of humour. We eat together and at times in between shots end up laughing.

Why are you missing from Kahani at the moment?
I am on a short vacation in Dehradun my hometown. Soon I will be back in the show. There is track of revelations going on right now. Once that gets over my track will re-appear prominently.

How is your relationship with Balaji?
So far so good. The relationship goes a long way from Kyunki and Kkusum days. Last time, I had bumped into Ekta into Mukteshwar temple at Juhu. I share a good professional rapport with her.

What are your passions other than acting?
Watching Cinema, reading awesome book, travelling and beautifying the waste (bottles, woods etc.)

We've heard that you've developed an interest in `beautifying the waste?
I was into sketching and painting since childhood. I used to make good greeting cards.Whenever, I had time I started trying beautifying bottles and the end result was good. It's an outlet for creativity. I do it for my select friends and myself.

Who are your friends in the industry?
Aakashdeep Sehgal, Sandeep Baswana, Ashlesha Sawant and Sumit Sachdev.

What about your personal life?
I am trying to find the true meaning of love. Right now, I am very much single. I was into a relationship six months back. He was a non-industry guy and I even intended to get married to him. But with time, I realized we are two different individuals and my trip in life is something else. I am content being single at the moment.

What's your philosophy in life?
Life is so much about choices and not chances. Ultimate purpose of life is a life of purpose.

What are your future plans?
I certainly want to plunge into the vast medium of cinema and eventually I also open up a healing center.