Here's why Pushpa Impossible's Deeksha Joshi aka Deepti calls the set her 'classroom'

After making a strong mark in the Gujarati film industry and gaining recognition in Bollywood with films such as Jayeshbhai Jordaar, Kaushaljis vs Kaushal, and Dhadak 2, Deeksha Joshi is now winning appreciation from television audiences as Deepti in Sony SAB’s popular show Pushpa Impossible. This project marks her debut on the small screen. She entered the show after the seven-year leap, and her character has brought a new energy and freshness to the ongoing storyline.

Talking about her experience of working in television for the first time, Deeksha shares that the medium is very different from films. She explains that television demands longer working hours and a much faster pace, where actors have to be technically accurate while still delivering strong emotional performances.

Every day on set feels like a classroom, especially while working with such experienced actors, and it’s making me more confident as an actor overall

- Deeksha Joshi

Adjusting to this routine has challenged her in many ways and pushed her beyond her comfort zone. Deeksha also mentions that working closely with experienced actors on set has been a valuable learning experience. Observing their discipline, consistency, and ability to perform effectively every day has helped her grow as an actor. She describes her initial days on the show as both humbling and enriching, as television has added new depth and understanding to her acting journey.

Deeksha Joshi reflects on how different television is from films and shared, “I have worked in films, theatre, short formats and ads before, but television was completely new for me. In television, the pace is very fast and you have to be emotionally prepared, technically strong and consistent every single day. Unlike films, there is no extra time to ease into a scene. Television has taught me how to hold my character through long scenes, manage continuity and stay connected to the emotion despite quick turnarounds. I felt these were areas I needed to work on, and TV is helping me build a strong foundation. Instead of rushing into films, I wanted to focus on sharpening my craft. Every day on set feels like a classroom, especially while working with such experienced actors, and it’s making me more confident as an actor overall.”