Its important to have somebody you can be yourself with. I have come to realise that its not imperative to get emotionally involved with all the people I meet all the time. As an actor, I cannot always do what I want - dress in a certain way, behave in a particular manner - I have to be on my guard. It becomes all the more important that I have someone who can help me unwind. I am fortunate to have understanding friends and family.

I look up to my parents and the kind of relationship they have; where there is understanding and respect for each other. That is something that has made me feel secure. 

I share a special bond with my brothers Sandeep and Sandesh. I admire them and they have been a major moral support all through my life.

Sandeep runs a company called miracles. He takes Creative Workshops in Corporates. Miracles’ Motto is Transformations in people. I think the best example is here. ME !  I owe my confidence and success to my dear DADA Sandeep. Please find out  more on www.miracles.in sandeep@miracles.in

Sandesh is a brilliant writer, director and actor. I always look forward working under his direction. His play ‘Pahila Vahila’ has given me highest high as a performer. He is the real backbone of So Kool 
sandeshwrites@gmail.com

I'm grateful to have such a wonderful family which is incomplete without Meghna, Amruta, my two gorgeous bhabhis and the two little angels - my nieces.

Meghna: Sandeep’s wife who has become my best friend. Computer Engineer, Fashion Designer and a truly enthusiastic person. I think It says a lot about her. Last but not the least, a person who has given me hope and two big smiling gifts... my adorable nieces

My fantastic support system of  friends...

• Suresh... My manager... extremely punctual, resourceful and professional colleague. My diary… for dates and remuneration is trustfully in his hands. We are a super team looking forward generating great work. My dreams are getting canalized with his solid support . suresh@rdpindia.com
• my designers... A and S, Amber & Shirin.... They have designed my charming wardrobe. be it Mission Kashmir’s International Premiere tour or The Smashing Red Carpet with Omar Sharif in Italy. The kind of grace, style, and perfect fits Shirin And Amber have given me, is certainly timeless and remembered.
• Amol...Without whom my Office doesn’t even open... So far all my email responses on sonali.viva@gmail.com or sonali@sonalikulkarni.org are entirely thanks to Amol. A budding writer and a genuine film and book buff. dethe.amol@gmail.com
• My Driver Murshid Bhai, Who skillfully drives my car and also is my kind caretaker wherever I travel be it day or night… Mumbai or Pune
• Vijay... my actual "Right Hand and Devine help", who promptly answers my calls when I am busy... accompanies me wherever I travel for a shoot or events. My Mobile, Money, Valuables and Mood everything is rest assured when Vijay is around. Needless to say I eat healthy and fresh food too, thanks to him.
• Shreedhar, my makeup man, who skillfully hides my dark circles  and gives me a different look in each film;
• my hairdresser Anita, who not only does up my trendy tresses but also keeps me company on all my outdoors;
• Shahid Amir, is my favorite Designer, when it comes to films. He is most creative and his styles always standout leaving trends and contemporary fervors far behind.
• my chartered accountants, Gokhale & Sathe, who manage my income and tax so well; office@gokhlesathe.com
• my family physician Dr. Himanshu Pandya, who cures me of everything from fever to throat problems to harpies. 
• Smita Sawant ... my dear friend and aroma therapist. The Credit of my "baby soft" and spotless skin (make up man’s delight) goes to her.
• Prabha & Harsha Koda - apart from being friends for a long time, they have also designed this website.