TV Serials in India | Deepika Singh on Survival, Stardom & Real Life | Industry Truths 2025

Join us for an engaging conversation with Deepika Singh hosted by Ankit Chauhan! 🎙️ oin Ankit Chauhan for an unfiltered, inspiring conversation with acclaimed actress Deepika Singh, best known for Diya Aur Baati Hum and Mangal Lakshmi. Discover Deepika’s candid take on why TV serials remain the backbone for survival in India’s entertainment industry, the reality of stardom, and what it really means to sustain a career as an actor in today’s market. From overcoming critiques, balancing family, taking risks, and building an independent life in Mumbai, to the evolving journey from television to film, Deepika shares practical lessons, emotional insights, and survival secrets for anyone chasing their dreams. Explore changing audience behaviors, the unique culture of TV vs. OTT, and why household names emerge from serials that touch millions. About the Guest Deepika Singh (born 26 July 1989) is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi television. She is recognised for her portrayal of IPS Sandhya Kothari Rathi in Diya Aur Baati Hum, which earned her the ITA Award for Best Actress - Popular. She made her Hindi film debut with Titu Ambani and is also known for portraying Mangal Srivastav Saxena in Mangal Lakshmi. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Timestamps 00:00 Intro & Deepika Singh’s Journey [acting, survival] 05:00 Reality of Fame & Criticism [motivation, fame] 10:00 Sustaining a TV Career [survival, stardom] 15:00 Transition: Delhi to Mumbai [risk, family] 20:00 The Impact of Serial Successes [Diya Aur Baati Hum, Mangal Lakshmi] 30:00 TV vs Film & OTT [industry changes, audience] 40:00 Managing Family, Finances & Health [actor life] 46:00 Criticism, Social Media & Growth [feedback, mentorship] 54:00 What Sets TV Apart & Final Advice [independent journey, inspiration] Follow us on Instagram   / impactstories_   To Know More, Follow Ankit Chauhan On ⤵︎ Instagram @AnkitChauhan   / ankitchauhan_official   Facebook @Ankitchauhan /   / ankit.chauhan.5473   LinkedIn - Ankit Chauhan /   / ankit-chauhan-b6a0a610b   ✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channel:- ImpactStoriesClips : /    / @impactstoriesclips   🎧 Listen To ImpactStories_ On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7us4N7D... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #ankitchauhanpodcast #impactstories_ #diyaaurbaatihum #startv #mangallaxmi #colors #colorstv