Mumbai: Every actor remembers the first time they faced a camera, but another milestone often holds an equally special place in their journey—the moment they saw themselves on television for the very first time. For many, it marked the culmination of years of hard work, countless auditions and unwavering belief in their dreams.
Sharing these cherished memories, Sony SAB actors Devish Ahuja, Akshaya Hindalkar, Nitin Babu and Athar Khan opened up about the emotions, excitement and pride they experienced when their debut television appearances aired. Their stories highlight the personal milestones behind the characters they bring to audiences through shows such as Yaadein, Veer Hastinapur Ke and Pushpa Impossible.
Devish Ahuja, who plays Dr Raunak Bhatia in Yaadein, recalled the overwhelming joy of seeing herself on television for the first time. She said she had never imagined that one day she would appear on screen, describing the experience as surreal. Watching her parents, grandparents, extended family, friends and even neighbours celebrate the achievement made the occasion unforgettable. She said the happiness reflected on the faces of her loved ones remains one of her most treasured memories.
Athar Khan, who portrays Yudhishthir in Veer Hastinapur Ke, said his television debut was as emotional for his parents as it was for him. He remembered the pride in their eyes and the flood of congratulatory messages and phone calls from friends and relatives after the episode aired. For him, knowing that his performance brought joy to both family members and viewers was one of the greatest rewards of being an actor.
Reflecting on her own journey, Akshaya Hindalkar, who essays the role of Rashi in Pushpa Impossible, described her first television appearance as the fulfilment of a long-held dream. She said watching her parents’ pride and happiness made the achievement even more meaningful, while years of auditions, rejections and perseverance suddenly felt worthwhile. Even today, she says, every appearance on screen reminds her of that first emotional milestone and the unwavering support she received from her family.
Nitin Babu, who plays Chirag in Pushpa Impossible, shared that moving from Jammu and Kashmir to Mumbai to pursue acting was a leap of faith. He vividly recalled calling his family before his debut episode aired to ensure they were all gathered in front of the television at the right time. Hearing how proud they were after watching his performance made the moment far more emotional than he had imagined and reaffirmed his decision to pursue his dream.
The actors’ reflections offer a glimpse into the personal journeys behind their on-screen success, underscoring that every accomplished career begins with a single unforgettable moment. Their stories celebrate not only professional milestones but also the encouragement of families and loved ones who stand behind every aspiring performer.
Viewers can watch these actors in Yaadein, Veer Hastinapur Ke and Pushpa Impossible on Sony SAB.
