Exclusive – Shivam Khajuria on Adapting in the Emerging Television Industry: Staying Relevant in the Age of OTT
Shivam Khajuria’s journey reflects not dramatic breakthroughs or overnight success but a steady and quiet build that requires time, patience and a lot of sitting with uncertainty.Like most actors, his early days were a mixture of auditions that went nowhere, long waiting periods and the constant question of “what’s next?” It wasn’t glamorous, but instead of chasing anything that promised instant visibility, he put in the work. Small roles, different sets, learning as he went. There is a certain discipline that comes from that stage and it shows.The rise of OTT has changed the way people watch, what they expect and how quickly they move on if something doesn’t hold their attention.Talking about the changing scenario, Shivam Kajuriya says, “Because of OTT the audience has become more detail-oriented, so as actors we have to become more honest in our performances. Television teaches you discipline and consistency but OTT demands subtlety and depth. I think the key is to remain adaptive and keep evolving with the stories being told.”What is most special is that he does not seem to be in a hurry to reach everywhere at once. In an industry that’s constantly pushing you to be visible, there’s something quietly reassuring about someone who is taking their time. He is not trying to jump on every trend or appear in every format just for the sake of it. There’s a certain clarity to how he’s moving forward, like he knows what works for him and he’s willing to wait for the right things and in a place that rarely slows down, that kind of approach feels refreshing.There’s a certain ease about it, like he’s not trying too hard to prove anything. The industry doesn’t reward strong performance as much as it used to. It leans toward something softer, more grounded, more alive.At the same time, television still maintains its dominance. The reach, the familiarity, the way the audience grows with a character over time, hasn’t gone anywhere. But maintaining that focus today requires a different kind of awareness. You have to stay fresh without losing the core essence that makes TV work.For Shivam, this change does not seem to be sudden but a gradual one. Shivam is not trying to reinvent himself overnight. He’s paying attention, adapting where necessary and letting the work evolve with him.
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