Meet Priyanka Pareek, the talented writer behind the engaging audio series “Koel Malhotra Ki Secret Life.” Originally from Jaipur, Rajasthan, Priyanka holds an engineering degree. Her journey, however, took an exciting turn as she transitioned from a promising career in IT to pursue her passion for writing, ultimately leading her to become a commercial writer for Pocket FM.
Q1: About Priyanka Pareek:
Priyanka Pareek hails from Jaipur, Rajasthan, and has a background in engineering. At 34 years old, she currently resides in Pune, Maharashtra. She embarked on her writing journey after a few years in IT and an NGO, and she’s been dedicated to writing for the past 2-3 years.
Q2: Transition from IT to Writing:
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Priyanka made a significant career shift, moving from IT to commercial writing. Her transition included working for an NGO and honing her writing skills during a two-year break. Throughout her career changes, her passion for writing remained constant.
Q3: “Koel Malhotra Ki Secret Life”:
“Koel Malhotra Ki Secret Life” follows the life of Arpita as she navigates an unhappy marriage in Gurgaon after leaving her small-town life. Her world takes an unexpected turn when she becomes involved in the life of Koel Malhotra, a popular Radio Masti personality. The series explores themes of love, identity, and empowerment, delivering a mix of drama, romance, and suspense that captivates listeners.
Q4: Impact of NGO Experience on Writing:
Priyanka’s experience working in an NGO exposed her to various social issues and inspired her to use storytelling to address them. She recognized the power of storytelling during this period and waited for the right opportunity to share these social issues, which came through her work with Pocket FM’s fiction audio series.
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Q5: Family Support:
Priyanka’s family, especially her husband, has been highly supportive of her writing career. Despite occasional cancellations of vacation plans due to work commitments, her family continues to encourage and appreciate her dedication. She mentioned that while her choice to leave a well-paying job for writing initially shocked her in-laws, she managed to convince them, and they are now happy with her choice.
Q6: Role of Pocket FM:
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Pocket FM provided Priyanka with the platform to showcase her writing and helped establish her authority and recognition in the field. Collaborating with their creative team expanded her thinking and offered fresh perspectives on storytelling.
Q7: Advice for Budding Writers and Future Plans:
Priyanka advises aspiring writers to write regularly, read extensively, engage with various genres, interact with people, and maintain daily diary writing. She emphasizes the importance of dedication and passion in a writing career. After “Koel Malhotra Ki Secret Life,” she has more upcoming projects and is excited to explore new stories and projects in the audio series realm.
[Note: This article profiles writer Priyanka Pareek and her journey from IT to becoming a successful commercial writer for Pocket FM’s audio series “Koel Malhotra Ki Secret Life.” It includes insights into her background, experiences, and her advice for budding writers.]
