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From Hyderabad to Stardom: Sai Ketan Rao's Acting Odyssey
12 Nov
Summary
- Actor Sai Ketan Rao began his career in Hyderabad after engineering and MBA.
- He faced challenges as an outsider without industry connections in Mumbai.
- Rao prefers web series and films for greater creative freedom and experimentation.
Sai Ketan Rao, a familiar face on Hindi television and web series, found his initial acting opportunities in Hyderabad. Following an engineering degree and MBA, he pursued his passion at Ramanaidu Film School in 2017. The path to breaking into the industry in Mumbai was arduous, marked by the challenges of being an outsider without established connections. Rao navigated this period by actively seeking auditions and building his network within production houses.
The actor found that web series and films provide a more expansive platform for creative expression compared to traditional television. He believes audiences are increasingly drawn to unconventional narratives. Rao also noted the shift in Hindi television towards finite series, offering a more focused storytelling approach, unlike TRP-driven shows that can dilute narrative quality.
