Rati Pandey celebrates her birthday with family after 7 long years!

On being asked whether will she miss Mumbai on her birthday this time or no, Rati told us, "No, not at all because every year I celebrate my birthday with my close friends of Mumbai and I want to take a break and go out of Mumbai this time. So, I won't be missing Mumbai this time and I may plan a get together with my friends when I will be back."

So, what kind of surprises our birthday girl is expecting today?  "I am not expecting any surprise because I know that whatever they have planned for me, will make me happy. Whatever effort my Mom and Dad have put in to give me a surprise is enough for me and whatever they do for us will always the best," says Rati.

What does Rati think about a perfect birthday? "I think that being alone in Mumbai and not celebrating your birthday with your Mom and Dad is the worst thing which can happen to anyone. You are always there with your colleagues and friends but those who live alone, can only realize the importance of parents than anyone else could. Birthdays are always related to your parents and one should celebrate it with their parents. Birthdays should always be dedicated to your Mom and Dad because you are here because of them."

We told the birthday girl that the fans of India Forums have created a birthday thread for her. An elated Rati said, "I have always appreciated the fans for the creative things they do for me which is always very special. They take time out of their busy schedule to create some stuff which is prepared by themselves. All that is very special for me whether they prepare a card for me or make some or the other creative stuff for me. I will never forget these moments when my fans create collages, cards and send messages for me on my Birthday.  I will cherish all these moments forever in my life; it's really memorable. Thanks to all of you."