Today, on AfterHours with All About Eve, we have the incredibly talented Shweta Tripathi with us! We’ve all adored her in some remarkable projects like Mirzapur, Masaan, Haraamkhor, Gone Kesh, Laakhon Mein Ek, and more. In this heartwarming interview, Bani welcomes Shweta, who brings a beautiful sunflower as a thoughtful gesture. Shweta shares how her work has sparked profound emotions, particularly the overwhelming reactions to Mirzapur and her journey with the character Golu over the past nine years. Shweta candidly discusses the darker themes of her recent roles and their emotional toll, emphasising the impact her characters have on audiences. Golu has inspired many young women to embrace their true selves. As the podcast deepens, Bani asks how Shweta disconnects from her intense characters. Shweta reveals her experiences with anxiety and the challenges of internalising emotions, highlighting the significance of self-care, music, and creativity. She reminds us that while diving into our passions is essential, protecting our core selves is equally important. They address unrealistic beauty standards in the media and their impact on young girls. Shweta expresses concerns about the pressures from social media and beauty apps that distort perceptions of beauty. She advocates for self-acceptance, prioritising good health and mental well-being over external appearances. When asked about self-confidence, Shweta reflects on how childhood experiences shape us, expressing gratitude for her supportive parents and acknowledging the responsibility that comes with privilege. Bani shares her evolving journey, noting that she now derives her self-confidence from her talent as opposed to her appearance. As the interview unfolds, Shweta expresses her passion for portraying complex characters, especially Golu, who embodies immense strength. Bani recalls Shweta’s heartfelt declaration to her father: "I know what I want to be—I want to be happy." Shweta elaborates on this mindset, stressing on the importance of pursuing what excites us, even if happiness isn’t constant. The podcast shifts to love, where Bani highlights a viral moment of Shweta gazing at her partner, Cheeta, and asks about their beautiful relationship. Shweta credits their success to honesty, respect for each other’s dreams, and communication. Bani continues the interview by asking Shweta about her greatest failures and lessons learned. Shweta shares that failure is a daily occurrence and reveals her struggles with discipline and routine but believes in celebrating small victories. She emphasises the significance of female friendships, reflecting on her bond with Mallika Dua and how strong female friendships thrive on honesty and support, ranging from life goals to sharing a cup of chai. Bani asks how Shweta unwinds from her busy schedule. Shweta reveals her love for music and shares her self-care routine, including meditation techniques that help her maintain balance and tranquillity. Don’t miss this engaging blend of laughter, nostalgia, and heartfelt moments! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe for more entertaining and insightful conversations! (00:00) Episode begins (02:08) On Golu from Mirzapur (08:16) Shweta’s process of getting out of a character (11:19) Being silly is important (12:59) Her process for selecting a script (15:44) Addressing unrealistic body standards (20:13) On consumerism (21:03) On self-confidence (24:39) What was Shweta's coming-of-age journey like? (29:03) On failure (30:07) On happiness and instinct (32:20) On love, relationships, and Cheeta (36:15) The importance of expressing oneself (38:50) Balancing social media (43:43) Shweta's greatest failure (47:23) Happiness as a choice (49:30) On Mallika Dua and female friendships (52:55) The importance of giving feedback in friendships (53:53) On people she has worked with (56:12) On Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha (58:03) On kindness (59:43) How
