What are the positive aspects of being in a live-in relationship?
The biggest advantage is that I get to be with Rahul all the time. I have been waiting for him for five years, and am scared to be away from him even for a day.
What is the negative part?
The negative aspect is that since we are together all the time, we tend to fight often. I always end up taking the initiative to make up after our fights. Rahul gets stuck due to his huge, male ego.
Do you believe that a live-in relationship helps a couple to understand each other better? How?
Yes, it does help, since the couple is together all the time and cannot pretend about anything. The partners can know each other's true nature.
The Indian society is still not open to live-in relationships. What's your take on that?
Live-in relationships are not a part of our culture. We have borrowed it from the West. Most Indians are not open to such close proximity before marriage, and I think we should respect their views.
What are your views about live-in relationship in real life? Are you open to the idea?
No, I do not support the idea of live-in relationships. There are many other ways of getting to know your partner by spending time together. Girls can sense how a guy is after just a few meetings (laughs). So, there is really no need to live together before marriage.
According to you, what should Rahul and Jenny do to improve their relationship?
Rahul and Jenny should pay attention to their work, and not stick together all the time. Rahul should leave his ego behind and try to understand what Jenny expects from him. Rahul should also make Jenny feel pampered by surprising her with a dinner date or gifts.
Any love advice for couples in a live-in relationship?
Just get married (laughs). If you feel that you are compatible with each other, I don't see any reason why you can't get married instead of being in a live-in relationship.
Do you believe that small tiffs improve a relationship, like the ones Jenny and Rahul are having now?
I do not think so, because if you really love a person you will not fight with him/her. Tiffs destroy a relationship instead of improving it. Instead, couples should try to understand each other's problems and find a solution together.
You two are working in the same office now. What do you think are the pros and cons of working at the same place as your partner?
Couples can spend more time together by working at the same office. They will also understand the work pressure on their partner. Helping each other with work will bring couples closer.
What are your tips for working couples to find time for each other in the midst of a busy life?
It is not always possible for working couples to be physically present with their partner all the time. So, they should call up each other during their lunch break. If that is not possible, then at least one simple message saying 'I love you' is enough to pep up your partner.
You play a hot gal in Odhani and have your own distinct style. What is your style in real life?
My style in real life is quite different. I am a Jeans and T-shirt girl. Jenny wears shorts all the time, which is unlike Ansha. I like wearing dresses occasionally and prefer not to use makeup in real life.
How much do you relate to the character of Jenny in real life?
Jenny is mature, and I relate to that aspect. Jenny cheers up her boyfriend whenever he feels low by being all bubbly, with mischief in her eyes, and I do the same in real life. Although I do not want to reveal the name of my boyfriend, he is a Muslim Pathan belonging to the TV industry (laughs).
