Television actress Yukti believes that genuine relationships should develop naturally, without pressure or pretence. Speaking about her approach to friendships and personal connections, the actress said she does not feel the need to please everyone or force a bond when the chemistry is missing.
Yukti has built her television career by taking on a variety of roles. She is widely recognised for playing Sub-Inspector Karishma Singh in Maddam Sir and has also portrayed Ragini Singh in Agniphera. Her other television credits include Siya Ke Ram, Balika Vadhu, Keh Doon Tumhein, Namah Lakshmi Narayan, Jhilmil Sitaaron Ka Aangan Hoga, Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyaara Pyaara and Yeh Hai Mohabbatein. Her projects also include Pati Patni Aur Padosan and Let’s Play Blind: Har Chaal Ek Dhokha.
Yukti on Why She Values Genuine Connections
Explaining the kind of energy she looks for in people, Yukti described herself as a Taurus and said she naturally responds to the atmosphere around her.
“I am a Taurian, a Taurus, and if there is a lack of energy from anyone around me, whether it’s a friend or anyone else, I automatically get switched off. I can’t please people for the sake of it,” she said.
For the actress, being polite does not mean pretending to share a connection that does not come naturally. She believes there is a clear distinction between treating someone respectfully and trying to turn every interaction into a friendship.
“I can be nice to someone without pretending that we have the same wavelength. For me, there is a difference between respecting a person and forcing a friendship,” Yukti explained.
She added that when a conversation does not flow naturally or she does not feel comfortable around someone, she prefers not to manufacture a sense of closeness.
‘You Cannot Keep Changing Yourself According to Everyone’s Expectations’
Yukti also spoke about the pressure people can feel to adjust their personalities to suit those around them. According to the actress, constantly trying to meet different expectations can make it difficult to remain true to oneself.
“You cannot keep changing yourself according to every person’s expectations. Today someone wants you to behave a certain way; tomorrow someone else expects something different. If you keep trying to make everybody happy, when will you actually be yourself?” she said.
She made it clear that she would rather be understood for who she genuinely is than change her behaviour simply to gain approval.
“I don’t want to live like that. I would rather be real. Let people understand me for who I am,” Yukti added.
Yukti Says It Is Okay If Everyone Does Not Like You
Summing up her perspective, Yukti said she does not expect to connect with every person she meets. She believes that differences in personality or compatibility do not necessarily make either individual wrong.
“I don’t expect everybody to like me. I don’t think I need to connect with everybody either. If we vibe, beautiful; if we don’t, that’s also absolutely fine. It doesn’t make either person bad,” she said.
The actress concluded that she sees little value in pretending to feel a connection that is not there.
“Life is too short to spend your time forcing connections or pleasing people when your heart isn’t in it,” Yukti said.
Her comments underline a straightforward approach to relationships: treating others with respect while allowing friendships to develop organically, without sacrificing personal boundaries or authenticity.
