At the FICCI Young Leaders Summit 2025 in Mumbai, renowned chef Ranveer Brar and actor Priyanshu Painyuli shared their inspiring stories of perseverance and achievement during a session titled Unfiltered Journeys: The Grit Behind the Glory.

Chef Brar reflected on his bond with comedian Zakir Khan, stating, “Zakir and I often discuss our paths to success. As individuals from small towns in the 70s, we have a strong determination to succeed; for us, failure is not an option.”

Priyanshu Painyuli, who gained fame for his performance in Mirzapur, reminisced about his initial experiences in the industry. He humorously recalled his first significant advertisement featuring MS Dhoni, where he appeared for merely three seconds, yet his family celebrated the moment with tequila! He emphasized that even the smallest beginnings should be cherished as monumental victories when pursuing one's dreams.