TVF Pitchers gave me my career! | Naveen Kasturia #shorts #podcast #tvf #sapnevseveryone

“There was a time when my bank balance was less than Rs.1000… 7 years after I moved to Mumbai, I was still not doing well financially. My first film, Sulemani Keeda was critically acclaimed, but unfortunately, it didn’t get me a lot of work…So I ADed on films, worked as a writer, assisted on several ads, among several other jobs I took up to sustain myself. It was post Pitchers, that I started earning… Pitchers gave me my career!”

With a background in engineering and a job at JP Morgan in hand, Naveen Kasturia moved to Mumbai to fulfill his dream of becoming an actor someday—a choice that has transformed his life! From his big breakthrough with Pitchers, the first-ever OTT show to come out of India, to subsequently working on stories from the heartland of India, Naveen has gained widespread acclaim for his portrayal of characters and his dedication to his craft.

Best known for his work in web series, Naveen seamlessly navigates between comedic and dramatic roles, showcasing his versatility and thus, becoming a sought-after artist in the digital entertainment landscape.

In this episode, Naveen opens up to us about sapne, struggles, and success! From his 7 years of struggles as an actor, to making a breakthrough with Pitchers, and from how the digital entertainment landscape has evolved to his journey through these years, he talks about it all, with unabashed candidness.

We also spoke about:
His initial years in Mumbai
How his debut didn’t get him work
His family’s support through his struggles
The jobs he took up to sustain himself
What affects the quality of web series in India
Naveen’s dream role

Join us as we delve into the trials and tribulations that go on in a struggling actor’s life, and what it’s really like, behind all that stardom and fame. Get ready for a conversation that’ll serve as an inspiration to aspiring actors and storytellers alike.

#naveenkasturia #humansofbombay #podcast

The Humans of Bombay Show, hosted by our CEO and Founder Karishma Mehta, is a Humans of Bombay original where we celebrate real-life heroes. From the single mother who had a baby out of wedlock to a female officer who served the army for 11 years, we want to bring out the extraordinary stories of seemingly ordinary people.
India is a melting pot of stories, and with the Humans of Bombay Show, we want to bring these beautiful stories to you and give you a peek into the unique minds of people who have excelled in their fields.

𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 – 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲!

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Humans of Bombay

Naveen Kasturia

Karishma Mehta

About Humans of Bombay –
Humans of Bombay is a movement that started 9 years ago. We believe that every person has a story to tell and we want to help them tell these stories. In these years we’ve published stories across genres – stories of love, hope, faith, and courage. And through our storytelling, we’ve built an engaged community of over 5M!

Our idea is simple – to strike a chord with our community and catalog the beat of humanity, one story at a time.