Why I started Anna Show – and why I’m not going to stop
A mic for Telugu youth. A voice for our unseen struggles
The Beginning – Why I Created This Show
No one was talking to us — in our language, from our life
I’ve met thousands of people across Andhra and Telangana — students, job seekers, small-town hustlers, first-jobbers in Hyderabad. Do you know what they all had in common? Pain. Confusion. And no one to talk to.
The pressure to succeed is massive. Family expectations are high. Love, friendships, money problems, self-doubt — all of it feels like a storm in your chest. But still, we show up. We act strong.
I started Anna Show because I wanted to give those feelings a voice. Not in English. Not in high-level motivation. Just raw Telugu talk from a brother who’s been there.
I'm not an influencer. I'm your big brother
"Anna"
From Gazette Consultant to Podcast Host — A Journey of Real-Life Experience
My name is Srinivas Sharma. I am based in Hyderabad. I’ve worked with more than 10,000 clients over 16+ years as a Gazette Consultant, helping them change names, identities, and official documents.
In those years, I didn’t just see files – I saw stories. A boy who changed his name after a heartbreak. A girl who fought her family for her identity. A father who wanted his son’s name corrected with pride.
Their stories stayed with me. They changed me. And over time, I knew I had to create something for all the youth who don’t get a chance to speak out.
I’m not here to give “gyan.” I’m here to talk with you, like a caring elder brother – someone who has failed, succeeded, cried, loved, lost and learned.
- Srinivas Sharma
What Makes Anna Show Different?
“There are many podcasts. But this one hits home.”
- 100% Telugu
- Honest, raw emotions
- No filters, no acting
- Based on real youth struggles
- Hyderabad lifestyle & issues
- Mental strength & emotional honesty
- Voice notes from the audience
- Free to listen, no drama
There’s no celebrity show-off here. This is a podcast where we cry, laugh, regret, and restart – all in Telugu.
From exam stress to breakups, from family pressure to office life, from mental health to money stress – every episode feels like you’re sitting next to me and talking.
No acting. No fake motivation. Just real talk.
Who is This Show For?
“If you’ve ever cried silently at night, this show is for you.”
- Students preparing for competitive exams
- Youth confused about career paths
- First-time job holders facing real-world shock
- Broken hearts healing silently
- Hyderabad boys & girls dreaming of better lives
- Youngsters scared to share pain with parents
- Telugu-speaking audience who want desi conversations
- Dreamers who feel lost sometimes
How the Show is Made (Process)
“Simple setup. Deep conversations.”
From Thought to Mic – The Making of Each Episode
Steps:
- I choose a theme from real-life stories sent by you or something trending in youth minds
- I write down my thoughts as if talking to my younger self
- I record in Telugu with emotions, pauses, sometimes laughter, sometimes tears
- Episodes are edited lightly – no fake sound effects
- Uploaded on all major platforms: Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, JioSaavn
- Shared via WhatsApp, Telegram and social media
- Audience replies with voice notes – I reply back!
The Future – What’s Coming Next
“This is just the beginning…”
Anna Show is not just a podcast. It’s a movement.
Coming soon:
- Live events in Hyderabad and Vizag
- Collab episodes with Telugu speakers, therapists, real-life fighters
- Merchandise with powerful messages
- Volunteer youth club – to help listeners support each other in real life