Second honeymoon for Manasi, Rohit

Rewind: Manasi Joshi Roy and Rohit Roy

However, things are going to be different this time around. Disclosing their plans, Manasi says, "We are going to Goa! Both of us are really excited because we love the place. I think it's been a long time since both of us have spent time together without anyone around."

This sounds like a second honeymoon for the couple. "You could say that, it has been pending for quite a long time," she quips.

Akele akele

Will daughter Kiara be accompanying them to Goa? "She has alternate plans and isn't complaining about us going away.

So it will be just Rohit and me taking long walks on the beach and hanging around the place," says an ecstatic Manasi.

Post Kkusum, the actress has maintained a low profile work-wise. "I just need to be convinced hard enough to make a comeback. Also I don't want to be playing the role of a 20-year-old's mom. There were a lot of offers that came my way, but I declined," explains the actress. Among some of the projects she refused are Kesar, Karam Apna Apna and a few other shows.

Manasi says she's looking for a lead role that has her doing something substantial. "I am ready to wait. There is absolutely no hurry. I am soaking up the time I have to myself and chilling out at home. Quality time with my family is very important."

Interestingly, next year Manasi and Rohit will team up together for Sanjay Gupta's flick, Alibaug. "We begin shooting in February 2007. I am very excited about the project. Besides working with Rohit, the subject also has me very excited."

Jugalbandi

The couple has also announced their plans to launch their own production house. "We are working on it and fine-tuning some details. Early next year, we should be able to begin work," informs the actress.

Lately, Manasi has been sporting quite a different look at various functions. Sometimes she she has her hair tied up, and other times she lets it loose and is even experimenting with her wardrobe.

Talking about the fun she's having with her ensembles, she says, "I am totally enjoying it. I never got a chance to wear what I wanted to during my television days. Now it's a lot of fun dressing up, trying new looks and getting feedback for it," says the actress.