Sheersha: Acting isn't about perfection—it's about honesty

Actress Sheersha Tiwari, who is seen in Rajan Shahi’s Anupamaa, says that Indian TV shows and their storylines have a great connection with the audience. She says that this is why TV will never lose its relevance.

“As an actor, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply Indian TV shows connect with the audience. In today’s time, there are still some shows who manage to grab the audience's attention, leave them with a social message and entertain them. Even with the rise of OTT platforms and global content, there’s still a segment of viewers who turn to Indian television for that sense of comfort and tradition. It’s that daily dose of storytelling they can rely on, something they’ve grown up with. So yes, I do believe Indian TV still somewhere holds a place in people’s hearts,” she says.

TV and TV shows are evolving, she says, adding, “As an actor, it’s exciting to witness and be part of this evolution. The audience is changing, and it’s encouraging to see the industry adapt to their evolving tastes. We’re seeing better production quality, tighter scripts, and even genres that were once untouched on television. It shows that Indian TV isn’t stuck in time—it’s learning, growing, and still managing to stay connected to its roots.”

As far as the content changing as per the audience's liking, the actress says that this is crucial. “It’s absolutely crucial. As an actor, I believe storytelling is a two-way street—what we create has to resonate with the people watching. The audience’s preferences evolve with time, influenced by culture, technology, and even their own life experiences. If the content doesn’t grow with them, it loses relevance. For us as actors, it’s refreshing when scripts reflect real, current emotions and situations because it challenges us and keeps our work meaningful. At the end of the day, we perform for the audience, so understanding and adapting to their pulse isn’t just important—it’s necessary.”

Sharing her own evolution, she says, “In these years, I’ve grown not just as an actor, but as a person. When I started out, I was all about getting the lines right, hitting the marks, and just doing things “correctly.” But over time, I’ve learned that acting isn’t about perfection—it’s about honesty. I am always patient with the process and more open to feedback. With time, I’ve become more intuitive and more confident in bringing my own interpretation to a role. I try to feel the emotions of the character and connect those emotions with the audience. Every set, every character, every challenge has shaped me. And honestly, I still feel like a student of the craft.”
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