They allow people to share experiences in a very personal way: Shivangi Verma on podcasts

MUMBAI: Podcasts are in, and Tera Ishq Mera Fitoor actress Shivangi Verma is happy with this new content-sharing format. She said, “Podcasts are such a great medium for storytelling and connection. They allow people to share experiences in a very personal way.”  

“I think it’s wonderful that celebrities are using podcasts to talk about their lives, as it brings out a more relatable and human side to them. But at the same time, I feel it’s important to maintain boundaries. Sharing is great, but not everything needs to be out in the open. Everyone deserves their own space, even public figures,” she added.   She further shared that with everything being out there on social media, privacy has become a luxury for many.

She further said, “I believe balance is the key. It’s okay to share some aspects of life, but keeping some things personal is also very important. Social media and other platforms are powerful tools, but they shouldn’t take away our sense of self or peace.”  

Earlier, celebrities used to be very guarded about their personal lives, but they are now very vocal about it, and Shivangi feels it’s a big shift from how things used to be. She said, “I feel being vocal can help fans understand the real person behind the screen, but it’s a choice. Some people feel comfortable opening up, and some prefer to keep it private—and both are perfectly fine.”   “Personally, I think it depends on what you’re sharing and how it’s helping you or others. Being vocal about struggles or achievements can inspire people, but oversharing might lead to unnecessary complications,” she added.  

She also agreed that celebrities announcing their life milestones is a very personal choice. “If someone feels happy sharing their engagement, marriage, or even breakups, and it’s coming from a place of positivity, then why not? But it’s not something I’d feel compelled to do. I’m more of a ‘share-with-loved-ones’ person when it comes to deeply personal milestones,” she said.   But she doesn’t believe in the idea of going viral for her personal things. She added, “I’d prefer to focus on my work and let that speak for itself. If something from my personal life naturally becomes known, I’d be okay with that, but I wouldn’t actively push it.”  

“There’s a certain joy in keeping some parts of life just for yourself and those close to you. So while I respect people who choose to share openly, I like to maintain my own space and pace,” she concluded.