I hope we can all make changes in our lives, our way of thinking, and our way of teaching the youth that life is not about the hustle, the struggle, the grind. It's actually about the slower, smaller things. The afternoons were spent laughing.
1. Tell us about your background and journey
My background has been quite interesting. I've lived one-third of my life in India and two-thirds in Australia, and a lot of people don't realize this. Hence when I'm seen as "bold" or "blunt", it's actually just that I grew up in a different country and a different culture. It's been difficult for me to adapt to the Indian mentality and the expectations that come with it.
I finished high school in Melbourne and after trying out university twice, I decided not to go. Somehow by chance, I started uploading on TikTok and the results of that can be seen today on Instagram and the TV shows that I did. Growing up, I had a feeling my work would be in the public eye and I had wanted to be an actress but let go of that dream in my teens.
I shifted to wanting to make films rather than being in them and now I find myself at a sort of crossroads where although my ambition is to be behind the camera, for the time being, I work in front of the camera.
2. What led you to take up this career path?
I've been passive for these last three years and I would definitely say I don't even have a career path yet. I'm twenty two and most people are in college at this age or just about to leave college.
My career has yet to begin, yet to flourish. Right now I'm just saying yes to the opportunities that appeal to me. I'm trying everything at the buffet!
3. What would you consider your most significant achievement or memorable moment as a television personality?
My most significant achievement would be my relationship with my family. I am very close to my sister and my mother and being with them, telling them about what goes on in Bombay, what happens at events, how the shows went, etc. feels the best.
Other than that, everything is memorable. I haven't really achieved anything as an artist or filmmaker yet so I don't focus on these things too much. I am happy with anything and everything, Just happy to be here.
4. What does your typical day look like?
These days it's pretty slow. In the last year and a half, I did three reality shows so i'm taking the time now to get back to my passions.
I get up, I have my coffee, make my art, practice my DJing, call my family and friends, do some haha hehe there. I'm somehow keeping it slow and chill in a city like Mumbai that is so fast and competitive.
5. What is your idea of success or your mantra in life?
My idea of success is contentment. No achievement and no success is too small. As long as you're happy and passionate about your work, that's success.
Unfortunately the kind of culture we have in India that's not really the norm for most people here but I hope we can all make changes in our life, our way of thinking, and our way of teaching the youth that life is not about the hustle, the struggle, the grind.
It's actually about the slower, smaller things. The afternoons were spent laughing.
6. Which is your favorite book and why?
I don't have a favorite book! I think with time and age our interests change and our priorities change and we read all sorts of things. Recently I've been reading a lot about India by Indian authors, but growing up I never read Indian authors.
If I was to suggest a book it would be 'The guilty feminist' by Deborah Frances-white. It's easy to read and understand. I also loved 'The Road Less Travelled' by Scott M Peck.
Interviewed By - Priya
Edited By - Aarya Gode
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