400 Rejections Later: The Journey of an Actor, Writer & Dreamer | ft. Deviyani Sharma | Tollywood

What does it take to keep believing in yourself after 400 rejections? In this deeply honest and thought-provoking episode of ICWD Experience, we sit down with actor, writer, and artist Deviyani Sharma to explore the realities behind building a life in the creative arts. While many know her through projects like Shaitan and *Save The Tigers*, this conversation goes far beyond acting credits and career milestones. Together, we explore the emotional, psychological, and spiritual journey behind becoming an artist. From facing over 400 rejections before her breakthrough to navigating uncertainty, self-doubt, reinvention, and the constant pursuit of growth, Deviyani shares the lessons that shaped her both as a professional and as a person. In this episode, we discuss: • The reality of hearing "no" hundreds of times and still choosing to continue • Moving cities and rebuilding yourself in pursuit of a dream • The relationship between acting, writing, and storytelling • Why observation is one of an artist's greatest strengths • The challenge of staying authentic in an industry built on perception • Typecasting, identity, and the pressure to reinvent yourself • Spirituality, self-discovery, and finding meaning beyond success • The difference between becoming a character and becoming yourself • The fears, doubts, and lessons that continue to shape her journey More than a conversation about acting, this episode is about resilience, identity, creativity, and what it means to keep moving forward when the path ahead is uncertain. Whether you're an aspiring actor, writer, creator, entrepreneur, student, or simply someone navigating your own journey of self-discovery, this conversation offers powerful insights and reflections that will stay with you long after the episode ends. About Deviyani Sharma Deviyani Sharma is an actor, writer, and artist working in Indian cinema. Her journey in the Telugu film industry began in 2020, and she later gained recognition through projects such as Shaitan and *Save The Tigers*. Beyond acting, she has written ad films and screenplays, and is also a painter who continues to explore creativity through multiple artistic mediums. About ICWD Experience ICWD Experience (In Conversation With Dev) is a live conversation platform dedicated to meaningful, insightful, and transformative discussions with remarkable individuals from diverse walks of life. We believe that behind every achievement lies a story, and behind every story lies a way of thinking. Our goal is not merely to talk about success, but to understand the people behind it — their beliefs, struggles, failures, philosophies, and defining moments. Through conversations with authors, actors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, changemakers, creators, and thought leaders, ICWD Experience aims to create a space where curiosity meets wisdom and where audiences can learn not only what people have achieved, but how they became who they are. If you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe. New conversations. New perspectives. New ways of looking at life. Welcome to ICWD Experience.