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An Inspired Chat with Sai A Sharma of Mid-Town

Sai A Sharma shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Good morning Sai, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What are you chasing, and what would happen if you stopped?
I’m chasing **mastery, meaning, and the kind of visual truth that stays with people long after they’ve seen it. It’s not about speed or recognition — it’s about creating work that feels alive, intentional, and honest.

If I stopped, it wouldn’t just be the projects that halted — a part of me would. Creating isn’t separate from who I am. It’s the way I think, communicate, and make sense of the world.

So, I keep moving, not out of pressure, but because the pursuit itself is where I feel most aligned with my purpose.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Sai A Sharma — a filmmaker, designer, and visual strategist who works at the intersection of storytelling and identity. My focus is simple: I create visuals that don’t just promote a project but define its presence and emotional language. Over the years, I’ve crafted posters, campaigns, and cinematic designs for films, brands, and creators across different countries, always with the same intention — to make every frame feel purposeful.

What makes my work unique is the way I approach it: I treat design as storytelling, not decoration. Whether it’s a single poster or a full campaign, I look for the essence of the narrative and translate it into an image that speaks before a word is said.

Right now, I’m working on projects that push those boundaries even further — blending precision, creativity, and strategy to create visuals that leave a lasting impact. For me, this isn’t just a profession; it’s a long, ongoing pursuit of mastery and meaningful storytelling.

Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My father saw me long before I understood who I was becoming. He recognized the way I connected with visuals, the way I studied films, the way I disappeared into my own creative world — not as distraction, but as direction. Long before I had the courage to call this a path, he treated it like one. His belief didn’t just support me; it shaped me. In many ways, he saw the artist in me before I had the language to claim it.

What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that’s held me back the most is procrastination — not the surface-level kind, but the deeper fear disguised underneath it. The fear of not being good enough yet. The fear of starting before I feel “ready.” It’s easy to delay when you care about doing something well. But I’ve learned that waiting rarely brings clarity — the work does. And every time I push through that hesitation, I’m reminded that momentum builds confidence, not the other way around.

Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
Marlon Brando — not for the fame or the influence he carried, but for the raw honesty in his craft and the complexity of his character. He wasn’t trying to impress anyone; he was trying to tell the truth, even when it was uncomfortable. There’s something about that kind of authenticity — the refusal to perform off-screen — that I deeply admire.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
I’d stop procrastinating — completely. If I only had ten years left, there’d be no room for hesitation disguised as preparation. I’d cut the delays, trust my instincts, and pour myself into the work and experiences that actually matter.

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