Podcasts are conversations that are unfiltered and raw: Dishank Arora

MUMBAI: Dishank Arora, who is currently seen in Tulsi—Hamari Badi Sayani, loves the trend of podcasts and said, “They are unfiltered and raw. You can talk about things that don’t always make it to an interview—the awkward moments, the lessons, even the embarrassing stories.”

“Plus, I think people connect with the real you, not just the on-screen version. I’d love to do more of these—it’s fun to share your story, especially if it can inspire someone,” he added.

He also said that with everything being out there because of social media, he stressed that privacy has become a rare luxury. “With Instagram, Twitter, podcasts, and everything else, it feels like celebs are living in glass houses,” he said.

“Personally, I feel it’s all about balance. While it’s fun to share glimpses of your life, there are certain moments you want to keep just for yourself—those moments are sacred. And trust me, not everything needs to be public,” he added.

Dishank also pointed out that times have changed, as earlier celebrities used to be very guarded about their personal lives, but now they are vocal about it. “Earlier, celebrities were like mystery novels—everything about them was guarded. Now, they’re more like open diaries, and honestly, it’s great in a way,” he said.

“I mean, people think actors have this perfect, glossy life, but that’s not true. We all go through ups and downs, and being open about it can be empowering—for us and for others. But to be honest, it’s not always easy. Sometimes I second-guess myself: ‘Should I really talk about this? Is it too much?’ But then, I remind myself—if it’s from the heart, it’s worth sharing,” he added.

However, he feels that announcing big milestones of life is completely a personal choice. He added, “For some, it’s about celebrating their joy with fans; for others, it’s a way to own their narrative before the rumors start flying. I think it’s totally fine as long as it feels authentic. For me, though, I’d probably keep the really special moments close to my heart and share them when I feel the time is right.”

Dishank also pointed out that though things get viral easily these days, it should not be the goal. “If something I do resonates with people and they relate to it, that’s amazing! But to stage moments just for attention? Nah, not my thing. I believe in keeping it real. If my work or even a piece of my personal life inspires someone, that’s the real win. But would I deliberately chase virality? Probably not,” he ended.