“Hi. I’m a career-changing director. It’s nice to meet you.” I think his name is actually Kevin, and I avoid eye contact at all costs. As I extend my arm to shake…
Sonal ShahAugust 10, 2018
I got my first paid acting job at 22. Switching my major from pre-medicine to theatre was a risk that even I thought was insane. Halfway through my junior year at Loyola…
Sonal ShahJune 8, 2018
This time, things were different. I’m going to drive across the country to La La Land, and I don’t know when I’ll be back. Thirty years ago, my parents left India and came…
Sonal ShahMay 3, 2018
“Breathe in, Breathe out.” I’m in my car shaking and sweating profusely because my gut is in shambles. It’s pilot season and it’s literally down to me and two others for a huge…
Sonal ShahApril 6, 2018
“Flight attendants, please prepare for landing…” I’m heading to Washington D.C. with my best friend and fellow actor Parvesh Cheena. We are invited to host the 22nd Annual Gala for The Asian Pacific…
Sonal ShahMarch 8, 2018
I used to be sorry for EVERYTHING! I’m Indian. I’m sorry. I’m a woman. I’m sorry. I’m an actor. I’m sorry. I’m an artist. I’m sorry. I create. I’m sorry. I like to…
Sonal ShahFebruary 9, 2018