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EPISODE · Jun 13, 2025 · 51 MIN

From Rockstar to the UN: Sanjana Sanghi’s Inspiring Journey

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Sanjana Sanghi joins Cyrus for a candid chat on early fame, activism, and life beyond Bollywood. From facing eve-teasing to speaking at the UN, her journey is anything but ordinary—with a dash of Cyrus’ trademark chaos.12:18Vishnu RajeevActor and youth activist Sanjana Sanghi joins Cyrus Broacha for a wide-ranging, candid, and at times hilarious conversation on this episode of Cyrus Says. From being cast in Rockstar at the age of 13 to riding bikes for the sequel to Dhak Dhak, Sanjana reveals the layers behind her public persona.She opens up about the contrasts between growing up in Delhi vs. living in Mumbai, the struggles of balancing academia with acting, and the social trade-offs of early fame. Beyond the film world, Sanjana discusses her role as a UNDP Youth Champion, her curriculum for emotional education in schools, and the urgent need for youth voices in policy-making.Expect laughs, introspection, and a deep dive into the intersection of Bollywood, activism, and Gen Z leadership. Oh, and yes—Cyrus makes sure there’s plenty of mischief too. Topics Covered: Life after Rockstar  Growing up in Gurgaon vs. Mumbai  Youth empowerment & UN speech  Mental health advocacy & kindness curriculum  Behind-the-scenes of Dhak Dhak sequel  Gender dynamics, woke culture & family stories  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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