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Big Bang Theory Actor Kunal Nayyar on Why Fame Wasn't Enough & What He Built Next: S3: Ep 30 What happens when global fame still isn't enough? In this episode of The Raz Patel Show, Big Bang Theory actor Kunal Nayyar explains why fame wasn't enough and what he built next – opening up about life after Raj Koothrappali, family, anxiety, identity, and the deeply personal experience that push...

Lately I’ve been reflecting on life’s struggles post-COVID symptoms, burnout, mental health, self-doubt… so many people are silently fighting battles no one sees.

That feeling of wanting to give up?
It’s real.

But the moment everything inside you says “quit” is often the exact moment your breakthrough begins.

That’s not weakness.
That’s your test.

The people who break through aren’t always the most talented they’re the ones who choose to keep going when it hurts.

And one of the hardest battles?
Facing your internal struggles and breaking the cycle of sabotaging thoughts.

That pause…
That moment you choose differently…
That’s where healing starts.

It’s already in you. 🤍

So what’s your one last push?

Something powerful is coming. Get ready.

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Life has a way of leading us through experiences that shape not only who we become, but how we choose to serve others.

From navigating personal challenges, healthcare advocacy, leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, media, and community work, I’ve learned that the most meaningful impact comes from building authentic connections and creating spaces where people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Today, I’m truly honored to step into the role of Virginia State Chair – USA for the Business Networking Wing under G100 Club and the ALL Ladies League, founded by Dr. Harbeen Arora Rai.

What inspires me most about is the coming together of leaders, visionaries, changemakers, and advocates from around the world who believe in collaboration, service, leadership, and global impact greater than themselves.

As Founder of Lumina LifeWorks and Host of The Raz Patel Show, I look forward to helping create meaningful conversations, impactful initiatives, leadership collaborations and stronger community connections throughout Virginia and the broader DMV region.

I’m deeply grateful to Morffi, G100 USA Country Chair, for the trust and encouragement, as well as , Global Chair – Business Networking, - Anisha Tiwari, DG – G100 Secretariat, Cassandra Tindal, and the incredible G100 community for the warm welcome.

I believe some journeys are not just about personal success, they’re about bringing people together, opening doors for others, and creating lasting impact through purpose-driven leadership.

Looking forward to this beautiful journey ahead. ❤️✨🌍

🔥 He escaped a war zone… then fought his way into Bollywood AND Hollywood.

Before sharing screens with Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Akshay Kumar, Bruce Willis, and Bill Murray… Sameer Ali Khan was just a kid surviving civil war in Kabul with a dream nobody thought was possible.

No connections. No film family. No shortcuts.

Just survival, discipline, rejection… and relentless belief.

In this raw episode of The Raz Patel Show, Sameer reveals:
🎬 What Bollywood is REALLY like for outsiders
🎬 The dark side of typecasting after 9/11
🎬 The truth about fame & sacrifice
🎬 How martial arts saved his life
🎬 Why most people quit before success happens
This conversation is powerful, emotional, and brutally honest.
If you’ve ever felt underestimated, unseen, or like the odds were against you… WATCH THIS.

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From Kabul to Bollywood to Hollywood: The Story | Sameer Ali Khan | Raz Patel S3 EP29 Most success stories skip the uncomfortable details. This one doesn't. Next week on The Raz Patel Show: Janelle Harris. They tried to silence her voice. She didn't just reclaim it. She turned it into power. Now she's helping others do the same through Exist Magazine. This is what happens when you re...

We talk a lot about success in the South Asian community. But what if success looked like feeding strangers with dignity?

She lost her mother.
Sold her IT business.
And started cooking from home.

Today, serves 6,500+ meals every month in one of America’s wealthiest counties.

On this episode of The Raz Patel Show, I sit down with Nupur Panjabi to talk about grief, seva, hidden hunger, food rescue, and building a movement powered entirely by compassion and community.

This conversation will change the way you think about service, success, and what people silently struggle with behind closed doors.

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South Asians Give Abroad. Who's Feeding Your Neighbor? | Anna Sudha Community Kitchens | The Raz Patel Show | S3 EP28 South Asians send billions back home every year. But who is feeding the family next door? A tech founder. A Hyatt banquet chef. A dedicated mother. They left their careers to answer that question. What started as one woman's grief became a grassroots movement: Anna Sudha Community Kitchens, now serv...

Hold on to your seats… ✨

I’m honored to be leading this powerful retreat experience with Miniera d’Oro Events.

And with at the helm… you already know, she always delivers. 👑

This isn’t just an event.
Each segment is intentionally designed with higher energy, purpose, and transformation.

I’m looking forward to creating something unforgettable alongside the best - uplifting, aligning, and elevating every soul in the room.

This one is different. 💫