Madhu Chopra about Priyanka's Success (Image: Madhu Chopra/Instagram)
Madhu Chopra , who has closely observed his daughter Priyanka Chopra's successes (and setbacks), recently spoke about her career trajectory in Hollywood. "She wasn’t the first Indian nor will she be the last, but she has been the most persistent one," Madhu said.
"She maintained a low profile, followed all the guidelines, and did everything precisely as expected from her behavior-wise. She left Bollywood drama behind and approached things like a novice. Despite this, she brought an undeniable amount of talent with her," said Madhu. Filmygyan .
By flipping through her diary, we can uncover what it takes to leave a lasting impression in an unfamiliar environment.
Any unfamiliar territory - new jobs, new relationships, new expectations -- breeds anxiousness. "The pattern is always the same: the fear of not being enough, the pressure to prove themselves overnight, the frustration of being overlooked," said Delnna Rrajesh, psychotherapist, and relationship life coach.
Madhu Chopra's appreciation of Priyanka's capability to remain focused and climb the ladder in Hollywood is not merely an accolade; it serves as a roadmap for every woman who has entered a fresh domain—be it a new profession, a new nation, or a novel stage in life—with only her abilities. resilience "and an unshakeable faith in her own abilities," added Rajesh.
Cherish the hard work (Image: Freepik)
Drawing some inspiration, here’s what you could do.
Master before you market
Before seeking acknowledgment, reach a level of excellence where they cannot overlook you.
Allow your work to speak before you do.
The person who speaks the loudest in a room isn't necessarily the one held in highest regard. In a fresh environment, focus on listening rather than talking. Pay attention to the prevailing norms, grasp the unwritten rules, and thereafter—demonstrate excellence through achievements, not rhetoric,” stated Rajesh.
Build quietly, shine loudly
The strongest changes occur when nobody is observing. Priyanka took years to demonstrate her worth. talent Before Hollywood acknowledged her, Rrajesh shared this advice: "Work quietly, so by the time the world notices, you’ll be invincible."
Play the long game
Forming an identity isn't about achieving fleeting popularity; it's about becoming unmistakable. "The world recognizes steadfastness, not clamor. You don't have to validate yourself overnight—focus on enhancing yourself daily," said Rrajesh.
Embrace your narrative—there’s no need to apologize for it.
You will face judgment, doubt, and underestimation when you enter a new environment. 'Let them,' said Rajesh. 'Rather than trying to show your value to others, demonstrate it to yourself first. True confidence doesn’t come from being boisterous; it comes from remaining steadfast.'
Acknowledge the hard work, not just the recognition.
Therefore, if you find yourself in an unfamiliar setting and feeling unseen Or stay unnoticed, keep your head down, put in the effort, and someday, the world will take notice. And watch you stand tall, Rajesh remarked.
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