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From Engineering Dropout to Global Filmmaker | Manhar Seth on Shah Rukh Khan, Hollywood, BAFTA & Unyielding Faith
What does it take to leave engineering after just 3 weeks and build a career in filmmaking, acting, and global cinema?
In this powerful episode of Trending Daddy Podcast, filmmaker, actor, and BAFTA Fellow Manhar Seth shares his incredible journey from Chandigarh to Mumbai, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and international film festivals.
He talks about:
Leaving engineering and following creativity
Working with Shah Rukh Khan on Jawan
Behind-the-scenes stories from Made in Heaven
Film school vs real-world filmmaking
Hollywood vs Bollywood
Auditioning in the digital age
Nepotism in the film industry
Global opportunities for Indian actors
Persistence, patience, and success
The power of faith, gratitude, and purpose
This conversation is filled with filmmaking insights, acting advice, career lessons, and life philosophies for aspiring actors, creators, filmmakers, storytellers, and dreamers.Whether you're trying to break into cinema, build a creative career, or simply need motivation to trust your journey, this episode is for you.