Prish Interview
Q. Your handle says “Prish is not real,” but 433k people clearly think otherwise. How did the name come to life, and what part of you is the most real on the internet?
The name actually came from my best friend-her private account is “nisisnotreal,” and I love her so much I literally wanted to twin with her. So I made mine “prishisnotreal.” Over time, it became this inside joke because the username says I’m not real, but I’m actually too real on the internet-I overshare everything.It also kind of takes a dig at the whole social media game where no one is really their real self. Honestly, everyone should just add “isnotreal” to their username; it would be more honest than half the filters they use.
Q. You’ve said Instagram is your online journal. What does journaling publicly give you that private writing never could?
Public journaling makes me feel seen in a way private writing never did. When I post something and people go “same,” I suddenly don’t feel weird or dramatic anymore-it reminds me that I’m not living life alone in my head. There’s comfort in being understood by strangers. It also teaches me things about myself because sometimes someone will comment a perspective I never thought of, and it helps me understand my own emotions better.
Private writing is just me talking to myself, but public journaling turns my thoughts into a conversation, and that connection is something I didn’t know I needed till I started posting. It’s like the internet became my mirror-but a kinder one.
Q. Many of your quotes feel like having conversations with yourself. What’s one line you wrote during a difficult moment that still stays with you?
The whole purpose of posting those quotes was always to spark a conversation with my own self. It started as me trying to understand my feelings out loud, and then slowly those posts became a part of my whole Insta community-like everyone felt those tiny thoughts with me.
My favorite one is something I wrote on a day I genuinely felt defeated: “I love life cus there will always be a situation u think u will never get over and u always do every single time.” It still stays with me because it’s true-every time I think “this is it, this is the thing that breaks me,” somehow I end up surviving it and moving on. That line reminds me that I’m stronger than I think, even on days I don’t feel like it.
Q. Your audience connects deeply with your humour, moods, and subtle chaos. What part of your personality shapes your content the most?
I think it’s a mix of my casualness towards life, my carefree nature, and the way I always try to understand situations instead of panicking. I’m constantly observing and overthinking everything in my own way, and then I put that perspective out there with humor.
My values also play a huge role because everything I post is intentional-I know young minds are impressionable, so even when I joke or exaggerate, I make sure it’s never at someone else’s expense. My humor, my moods, my little quirks, the way I react to situations-all of it shapes the content my audience sees and connects with.
It’s like I’m giving people a lens into how I navigate life without filters or pretenses, while still making it entertaining. Basically, all of me-unfiltered but conscious-becomes the vibe of my page.
Q. What does a day in the life of Prish look like-when the camera is off and when it’s on?
Honestly, these days my life off camera and on camera isn’t too different because I’ve been vlogging so much on YouTube that what I do offline is basically what I show online. If I’m spending half my day cleaning my room or cooking or just pacing around thinking, that’s what ends up on camera too.
My life isn’t that different online or offline. If I’m spending my time cleaning my room, that’s what you see. If I’m sulking in bed, that’s also what you see. There’s not much difference when the camera’s off-maybe just the lighting in my room; sometimes it’s dim, sometimes I turn on a light. But at the end of the day, what my audience relates to is that I come as I am, no filters, no pretenses.
Q. You’re known for being one of the realest creators online. Is there a part of your emotional world that you still keep private or protect from the internet?
I’d be open to sharing everything if it were just me, but when it comes to friendship issues or family matters, I hold back because I know the people involved might be watching, and I don’t want to put them on blast. It’s a balance, because most of my followers are like friends, and I love sharing my life.
If my relatives weren’t watching, I’d probably dive into those family moments too, because it’s fun and relatable-like a TV show for everyone. But for now, I keep those things in a grey area, sharing emotions and experiences without pointing fingers. It’s all about keeping it genuine but respectful.
Q. Being a creator brings fame, but also a lot of scrutiny. How do you deal with criticism, unsolicited opinions, and still protect your peace?
I try not to let those negative voices get to me-most of the time it’s just keyboard warriors looking for a reaction. I do get rage-baited sometimes, but I’ve learned that these people are just seeking attention. There was this one guy who made a reel about me, and when I called him out, he made ten more and even talked about me for an entire hour on his stream-but I realized interacting with that kind of negativity is pointless.
My community is amazing, and that positive support always outweighs the negativity. I just block the trolls-I’ve blocked thousands at this point-and if someone genuinely apologizes, I’ll unblock them. It’s all about keeping my space healthy and reminding people that being respectful is key. At the end of the day, the love from my community always wins out.
Q. A lot of young creators look up to you. What’s one piece of advice you wish someone had given you when you started-and what would you say to someone beginning their own journey today?
I wish someone had told me that consistency beats confidence-that you don’t have to feel ready to start; you just have to start. Posting and showing up even if it’s messy or imperfect.
For anyone starting today, I’d say: stop trying to be perfect. People connect with energy, not perfection. Put yourself out there, trust the process, and don’t compare yourself to anyone else-your journey is yours, and the more real you are, the more people will connect.
Q. What’s one misconception people often have about you because of your online persona?
There’s no real misconception about me, but I am misunderstood sometimes, and that can feel sad. People see my jokes, my energy, my content, and they think they know the full story when really they only see a part of me.
Q. Your handle also highlights your clothing brand, which has clearly become a strong extension of your identity online. What inspired you to build this brand, and how do you envision scaling it further in 2025-whether through new launches, collaborations, or any exciting projects your audience should look forward to?
The brand came from wanting to create things that feel like comfort, because that’s what people come to my page for-a feeling, not just content. I wanted to make something tangible that gives the same vibes my content does.
In 2025, I want to scale it with new drops, more storytelling around each product, maybe collaborations with creators I genuinely vibe with, and also make it something people feel proud to wear-like an identity, not just clothes. The goal is to make it an extension of my personality and community and continue building that connection.
Bio:
Prish. online known as @prishisnotreal, because his content is literally his figuring out life in real time. He makes comedy content but also long, emotional videos where he talks about friendships, insecurities, internet pressure, and everything he's learning along the way. Somehow in one year this turned into a community of people who connect with both his chaos and his honesty.
Interviewed by: Gunjan Joshi
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