Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, known for her role as Devi in "Never Have I Ever," shares her inspiring journey in the entertainment industry. She discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and the complexities of self-acceptance, particularly as a South Asian woman. Maitreyi reflects on her grandmother's influence and the importance of generational wisdom. She highlights the need for authentic representation in media and the challenges of navigating identity and success while advocating for true diversity.
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Family Dynamics
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan felt like an outsider in her family growing up, unlike her studious older brother.
She eventually connected with her family after realizing her parents were also human.
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Speak Up
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan's parents taught her to speak up for her beliefs and against injustice.
Her mother encouraged her to stand up for herself and others, even if she didn't know them.
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Finding Acting
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan disliked being alone until her last year of high school.
She joined after-school theater to avoid going home, which sparked her passion for acting.
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In 'Think Like a Monk', Jay Shetty shares his experiences as a monk and provides practical advice on how to overcome negative thoughts, stop overthinking, and find purpose. The book is divided into three stages: Let Go, Grow, and Serve. It emphasizes the importance of letting go of distractions and fears, growing through self-reflection and mindfulness, and serving others to find true fulfillment. Shetty draws on ancient wisdom and his own experiences to offer exercises and advice on reducing stress, improving relationships, and cultivating kindness and compassion.
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan chats with Jay Shetty about her acting journey. Breaking through the film industry requires a lot of hard work and a lot of people don’t actually take into consideration the amount of work she has put in to continuously play the title role. Add in a good amount of luck and her will to stand for herself and never shy away from asking questions.
Maitreyi is best known for portraying Devi Vishwakumar, a 15-year-old high school sophomore, in Netflix's hit series, Never Have I Ever. She created her audition tape at a local library, using her mother's camera, eventually being asked to send four more videos, before having a screen test in Los Angeles and being offered the role. Maitreyi is very vocal about diversity and standing up for yourself.
On Purpose with Jay Shetty 