While it's commonplace to find folks say dad or mom is their inspiration, Shivani Rajasekhar means it every bit.  Why, you ask?  It's because she wants to excel in two fields simultaneously, much like her hardworking father, Dr. Rajasekhar.

Speaking to a national daily, the youngster says that she wants to be a "great doctor and an excellent actor".  The medico grew up noticing Rajasekhar, who never give up medicine despite achieving stardom.

He not only has continued to treat patients but also, like only a few doctors, keeps himself updated with latest medical knowledge.

In a recent interview, Rajasekhar had said that he was busy reading up medicine-related books during the years when he was on a sabbatical.  

As for Shivani, she looks forward to shooting for '2 States', a rom-com in which she is paired up with Adivi Sesh.