What does it really take to build a career in acting?

In Part 2 of this conversation with Ashwini Kinhikar, we explore her journey from Radio Jockey to actor, theatre artist, model, writer, and presenter. Ashwini shares how she completed 100 monologues in 100 weeks, landed her first acting roles, navigated auditions and agents, handled rejection, and built a creative career in the media industry.

We also discuss the differences between theatre and film acting, the importance of mentors, confidence, resilience, modelling at London Fashion Week, and why waiting for validation can hold us back from pursuing our dreams.

Whether you're interested in acting, media, theatre, broadcasting, or simply curious about unconventional career paths, this episode offers an honest look behind the scenes of a creative profession.

Topics covered:
• Acting careers
• Theatre vs film acting
• Auditions and agents
• Handling rejection
• Radio presenting
• Modelling and London Fashion Week
• Mentorship and personal growth
• Building confidence
• Creative careers and media industry

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction: From Radio Jockey to Actor

02:11 The Pandemic, 100 Monologues & Finding Acting

08:14 Breaking into Acting: Agents, Auditions & Rejection

20:05 Films, Theatre & Life as a Working Actor

25:39 Theatre vs Film Acting: Skills, Preparation & Mindset

32:30 Mentors, Writing & Personal Growth

42:26 London Fashion Week, Reinvention & Following Dreams

57:55 Final Reflections: Validation, Success & Life Lessons

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