Roop, known for her roles in shows like "Balika Vadhu" and "Swaragini", looks up to her late maternal grandfather D.S. Bhatt.
"He was known for his honesty, discipline and for being a taskmaster. It always makes me proud to be part of such an educated family," Roop said in a statement.
"I got the inspiration to read books from him only as he was a voracious reader. We would often compete who would finish a book first," she added.
She is currently seen on the &TV's show "Gangaa".