Sejal Jaiswal on entering showbiz: As a medical student, I never imagined stepping into this world

Sejal Jaiswal, who is set to appear in the upcoming show Kabhi Neem Neem Kabhi Shahad Shahad, has had quite an unconventional entry into the world of showbiz. Originally a physiotherapist, her shift to the entertainment industry wasn’t something she had ever planned. She shares, “I was always a studious kid. So honestly, getting into showbiz was never on the cards — it was a complete twist of fate.”
She adds, “As a medical student, I never imagined stepping into this world. But everything changed when I randomly took part in a contest for fun and ended up winning. That win gave me the chance to perform on stage with John Abraham, Anil Kapoor, and Tushar Kapoor, who were in Nagpur for a movie promotion. That moment made me realise I had no stage fear — and that was the spark.”
From there, one thing led to another. “Some modelling agents noticed me at the event and offered me a few projects. I jumped at the opportunity—it was all so new and thrilling. It gave me a huge confidence boost. After that, I participated in two beauty pageants and won both back-to-back. While still in my final year of studies, I also took part in a reality show. That’s how my journey really began.”
Despite her growing interest in entertainment, Sejal remained committed to her education. “My mom was very particular that I finish my degree first,” she says. “So, I only moved to Mumbai after completing my graduation and the mandatory internship for medical professionals. My parents were supportive throughout, always encouraging me to balance my studies and passion. It was after the COVID-19 pandemic that I finally shifted to Mumbai in search of bigger acting opportunities.”
Kabhi Neem Neem Kabhi Shahad Shahad also marks the Hindi television production debut of Bengali superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee. Talking about the experience of working under his banner, Sejal beams, “It’s truly a blessing. This has been the most amazing team I’ve worked with so far. Prosenjit sir may be a superstar, but he’s incredibly humble and warm. When we met, we had a heartfelt conversation about the show. His kindness and values really shine through in his production team. It's been an absolute pleasure.”