Gone are the days when children were only encouraged to pursue academics and extracurricular activities were considered to be a mere hobby.
Children, today, are chasing their dreams and even opting to make a career out of them. Metrolife talks to some of the youngsters who have followed their heart.
Nineteen-year-old Divyesh Bhandari was always inclined towards music and clear about making it his career. "I went to the Trinity College in London and studied music there. After coming back, I started my own company and have produced a couple of shows along with other students.
We try and do things differently and innovate a lot. We do a lot of dance dramas, choir shows etc. My parents have supported me immensely and my father is involved in all the shows that I do. I would not have been able to pursue my dreams without them," says Divyesh.
Many parents feel children can carry on with their hobbies as long as they perform well in academics. Some parents are now supporting their children in more ways than one to follow their dreams and convert them into reality.
"My parents went the extra mile in supporting my passion for theatre and whenever I wanted to join any course, they helped in every way possible, whether it was supporting me financially or being there for me when I needed them," says Tarani, a theatre artiste.
She adds that she was involved with the school choir and theatre since a very young age and took part in several plays and shows in school. "I pursued theatre seriously in college and went on to do several courses as well. Currently, I am a part of a theatre group and my parents are very encouraging. They give me a lot of confidence and feel that as long as I can take care of myself, I am free to pursue my passion," says Tarini.
Parents feel that children today have many avenues to choose from and should be encouraged. "My son and daughter play basketball and have participated in many tournaments. I make it a point to attend their matches. I will support them in every way possible.
I don't pressurise them to choose between academics and sports. Tomorrow if they tell me that they want to pursue basketball, I will stand by them," explains Sanjay Ram, a professional.
Jennie, who juggles theatre and her regular job, says her parents have been extremely supportive of her love for acting. "In college, the practice sessions started at six in the morning.
My parents were always there to drop me and pick me up. They have stood by me whenever I needed them and appreciate the fact that I am serious about theatre," she wraps up.
Children, today, are chasing their dreams and even opting to make a career out of them. Metrolife talks to some of the youngsters who have followed their heart.
Nineteen-year-old Divyesh Bhandari was always inclined towards music and clear about making it his career. "I went to the Trinity College in London and studied music there. After coming back, I started my own company and have produced a couple of shows along with other students.
We try and do things differently and innovate a lot. We do a lot of dance dramas, choir shows etc. My parents have supported me immensely and my father is involved in all the shows that I do. I would not have been able to pursue my dreams without them," says Divyesh.
Many parents feel children can carry on with their hobbies as long as they perform well in academics. Some parents are now supporting their children in more ways than one to follow their dreams and convert them into reality.
"My parents went the extra mile in supporting my passion for theatre and whenever I wanted to join any course, they helped in every way possible, whether it was supporting me financially or being there for me when I needed them," says Tarani, a theatre artiste.
She adds that she was involved with the school choir and theatre since a very young age and took part in several plays and shows in school. "I pursued theatre seriously in college and went on to do several courses as well. Currently, I am a part of a theatre group and my parents are very encouraging. They give me a lot of confidence and feel that as long as I can take care of myself, I am free to pursue my passion," says Tarini.
Parents feel that children today have many avenues to choose from and should be encouraged. "My son and daughter play basketball and have participated in many tournaments. I make it a point to attend their matches. I will support them in every way possible.
I don't pressurise them to choose between academics and sports. Tomorrow if they tell me that they want to pursue basketball, I will stand by them," explains Sanjay Ram, a professional.
Jennie, who juggles theatre and her regular job, says her parents have been extremely supportive of her love for acting. "In college, the practice sessions started at six in the morning.
My parents were always there to drop me and pick me up. They have stood by me whenever I needed them and appreciate the fact that I am serious about theatre," she wraps up.