When I started  Chai With Ilachi , I thought I was creating a podcast.This year showed me something much bigger I was sitting across from  real people carrying real dreams, real fears, and real battles . Different guests. Different industries. Different journeys. Yet, underneath every conversation, I kept hearing the  same truths repeating in different voices . Here are 10 lessons I learned as a host this year, lessons that stayed with me long after the cameras stopped roll

When I started hosting Chai With Ilachi , I had one recurring realization: social media has completely changed the way actors build their careers. A few years ago, auditions were limited to casting offices and personal networks. Today, every scroll on Instagram or YouTube is an open casting call. Whether it’s a 30-second reel, a monologue, or a short film clip, social media has become the biggest stage for anyone who dreams of being seen. I’ve had countless conversations with