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Reality Shows, Hustle & Staying Real | Mr. Faisu AKA Faisal Shaikh | Cyrus Says
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- Cyrus Says
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- May 6, 2026
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- 3711
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Summary
In this candid and inspiring conversation, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Faisal Shaikh, popularly known as Mr Faisu, one of India’s biggest digital creators with over 34 million followers. Faisu shares his journey from growing up in a modest background in Mumbai to becoming a social media sensation. He talks about survival mindset, early struggles, and how he started creating content with his “07” group during the early days of Instagram.The episode dives deep into: His first earnings (₹300 from Instagram!) Building a career through consistency and content Reality show experiences: Khatron Ke Khiladi , MasterChef , Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Why he avoids “game-playing” and stays authentic His strong bond with friends and family despite fame Fitness discipline and lifestyle choices Future plans in acting, OTT, and films Faisu also reflects on humility, loyalty, and why staying grounded matters even after massive success.A must-watch for creators, aspiring influencers, and anyone chasing big dreams. Follow: Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu): @mr_faisu_07 Cyrus Broacha: @cyrus_broacha See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.