"Kangana Ranaut is my inspiration," says Ishani Sharma

Ishani Sharma, who is making her acting debut with forthcoming TV show "Humko Tumse Ho Gaya Hai Pyaar Kya Karein", says Kangana Ranaut is a "self-made actress" and the "Queen" famed star inspires her a lot.

"Kangana is a self-made actress who has inspired many girls like me that aim to make it big in the glamor world. She is a phenomenal actress, and her talent and awards speak volumes about the way she has established herself in the industry today," Ishani said in a statement.

"Her journey has given me the strength to work hard and carve my niche as Anokhi with my new show as well. Her wittiness is something that's really amazing. Her attitude and the way she picks her project is an inspiration," she added.

Interestingly, Ishani hails from Himachal Pradesh which is also Kangana's home state.

"Humko Tumse Ho Gaya Hai Pyaar Kya Karein", which will be aired on Star Plus, will feature Ishani in the role of a Delhi girl Anokhi.

Talking about her role, Ishani said, "Anokhi is called ATM by her close ones because she strongly believes that only money can buy all the happiness in the world.

Her ideologies resonate with today's youth who want money, fame and success more than anything else. She is a practical girl of today's times who has no qualms accepting her love for money".

Apart from Ishani, the show will also feature Varun Toorkey, Sudhir Pandey and Abha Parmar.