This episode, Joanne chats with Darshen K, a former flight attendant turned content creator who made a bold career shift during the pandemic. Darshen is known for his unique and often hilarious takes on everyday life, from typical Asian behaviours to uncensored reviews of toilets and malls.
Listen in as Darshen talks about his journey from the airline industry to content creation, how he draws on his personal experiences to create relatable content, and the importance of embracing the unexpected. Joanne and Darshen dive into the creative process, the cultural nuances behind his videos, and how humour can offer moments of self-reflection and insight.
They also discuss the power of authenticity, vulnerability, and why being real with your audience can be just as impactful as being funny.
Tune in for an inspiring and fun conversation with one of Singapore’s rising digital stars!
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Chapters:
00:40 Start of Episode/Introduction
02:16 Darshen’s Inspiration and Motivation for Videos
04:58 Darshen’s Favourite Category of Content to Create
06:30 Fear of Backlash
07:13 Being the Real You or Turning It Up for the Cameras
07:57 Dealing with Hate Comments
10:02 Dealing with Unexpected Negativity
13:35 How Darshen Gets Over Negativity
14:25 The Cons of Being a YouTuber
26:09 Understanding Comedy/Satire
31:19 Standing Out in the Influencer Market
33:40 Where is Darshen at in His Life Right Now?
35:08 Did Darshen’s Parents Instil Humility and Humbleness from a Young Age?
37:38 Was Darshen a Confident Kid?
38:14 How Can Darhsen Transition from Comedy to Acting?
39:50 How Has Darshen Evolved as a Content Creator?
41:56 What Content Is Popular With Darshen’s Audience?
42:56 Letting the Audience Dictate Your Content
45:11 Comparisons to Kumar
48:58 Prior Production Experience
49:45 How to Take Care of Your Own Mental Health
51:23 Showing Your Vulnerable Side to Your Audience
52:38 Future Evolution of Darshen’s Content
55:18 Darshen’s Advice for Aspiring Content Creators
58:15 End of Episode