From New Jersey to Prithvi Theatre: Akshay Oberoi Tells His Story

In this episode, Cyrus sits down with actor Akshay Oberoi for an honest, funny, and inspiring conversation.

Akshay opens up about growing up in New Jersey, his desi upbringing, and the identity crisis that came with it. He shares how he went from studying Economics & Theatre at Johns Hopkins, landing a job at Goldman Sachs, and then quitting it all to chase his acting dreams.

From training at Stella Adler to struggling at Prithvi Theatre, Akshay talks about the challenges of breaking into Bollywood, his first big audition with Rajshri Productions, and the pressures of proving himself in front of his father.

Expect laughter, nostalgia, and sharp insights into Bollywood, theatre, family expectations, and the madness of chasing your passion.

👉 Don’t miss this candid chat filled with anecdotes on identity, culture, acting, and Akshay’s incredible journey from Wall Street to the big screen!

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