Actor Ram Yashvardhan, best known for portraying Lord Shiva in the mythological series 'Shiv Shakti - Tap Tyaag Taandav', has opened up about his deliberately low-key approach to social media — even as he prepares for a high-profile new role. Speaking candidly, the actor said he sees his online presence as a reflection of his real life, not a career tool.

Not a Calculated Move

Yashvardhan was straightforward about his philosophy. 'When it comes to social media presence, I don't put in any extra or calculated brand efforts. The way I am in real life, I am the same on my social media. I don't consider it as my resume. It is me, it is my life and how happy I am. So I don't do anything extra for social media,' he said.

This stance sets him apart in an industry where carefully curated feeds and brand partnerships have become standard practice for actors at every level of the profession.

Acknowledging the Platform's Importance

Despite his personal reluctance, Yashvardhan was candid about social media's growing relevance for performers. 'It is definitely important. For all actors, it is important to manage and maintain it, to maintain whatever image they want to portray. In today's time, you literally need to pay full attention to social media because if you are a good artist, your social media presence matters too,' he said.

He acknowledged this creates a gap for him personally: 'I personally like having a social media presence, but I am not able to do it much. That is a bit of a negative point for me.' The admission reflects a tension many actors quietly navigate — balancing authentic self-expression with the algorithmic demands of digital visibility.

Life Off Camera: Family, Fitness, and Writing

Away from sets and screens, Yashvardhan describes himself as a committed family person. 'When I am not shooting, I am at home. I am with my parents, wife and sister, we party, have good fun and unwind,' he said.

Fitness, he added, is non-negotiable. 'Exercise has been a part of my life for a very, very long time. My day starts with exercise itself. So no matter how much I go off track or deviate from my goals, one thing I never miss is exercise. I feel my biggest way to unwind is the gym, when I am not shooting,' he shared.

The actor also revealed a quieter creative outlet: 'I write a little bit — a little bit of movie dialogues, a little bit of shayari. It's very small, nothing great, but I do write whenever I feel like it.'

What's Next for Yashvardhan

Yashvardhan is currently gearing up to play Duryodhana in the upcoming epic drama 'Agyaatvaas' — a role that marks a significant shift from the divine to the morally complex. The casting continues his association with mythological and historical drama, a genre in which he has built a distinct identity on Indian television.