Srishti Jahagirdar turns everyday chaos into comedy gold

Bengaluru

Srishti Jahagirdar paints her stories with a mix of humour and unflinching honesty, creating content that sparkles with wit and warmth. A Journalism and Mass Communication graduate from Pune, this Bengaluru-based creator now works full-time in content creation, boasting a substantial following of 2,49,000 on Instagram. She blends stand-up, storytelling and reflection, transforming moments from semi-urban India into comedy that connects, questions and celebrates the beautiful chaos of modern life.

Accidental creation
“I started earning during my graduation, and that experience gave me the exposure and confidence to work,” recalled Srishti, reflecting on her early days in the corporate world. Her first role was at a backend office, followed by another position in a larger company with night shifts. “As I kept moving between companies, I realised that the corporate world wasn’t really for me,” she admitted. 

In 2023, Srishti joined a company as a YouTube anchor, hosting videos in Hindi. Around the same time, she began collaborating with her colleague and close friend Fabby Rallis, another content creator. The duo started producing humorous, relatable English skits about office life, particularly the hilarious dynamics between managers and employees, which soon gained traction online.

However, Srishti had not yet shared this content on her own page. “One day, I decided to post a rant on Instagram about Snapchat in Kannada, and it just blew up!” she recalled. That viral moment made her realise the immense potential of Kannada content. “I wasn’t even looking for a niche back then, but that video really struck a chord.”

The leap of faith
Soon after, she met several Kannada content creators at an event where she was invited as a guest. They all lived nearby, and what began as casual networking turned into lasting friendships and creative collaborations. At the time, she was still juggling a full-time job and content creation, with her Instagram following surpassing 50,000 despite inconsistent posting.

As brand deals began pouring in, including major campaigns with several well-known brands, Srishti decided to take the leap of faith. “I quit my job and chose to pursue content creation full-time. It’s been a year since then, and honestly, it’s the best decision I’ve ever made,” she said with a smile.

The stage felt familiar!
In 2024, Srishti ventured into stand-up comedy, a move that perfectly complemented her online persona. “I love performing live! The energy of the audience and seeing people laugh at your jokes in real time is an unmatched feeling,” she shared. Encouraged by her friend Vadiraj, a fellow creator and comedian, she first performed at an open mic and later opened for one of his shows. “That show took away my fear of performing on stage,” she recalled fondly.

Lessons from the industry
Talking about the realities of being a creator, she said, “Not every month is great; it has its ups and downs, but it’s an amazing career that pays more than an average corporate job.” She explained that creators often receive payments 45–60 days after completing brand collaborations, highlighting the unpredictable yet rewarding nature of the industry. Reflecting on her journey, Srishti shared that she has learned a great deal from her peers along the way. 

“It’s not about how many followers you have – it’s about how you position yourself in the market,” she quoted her friend Pavan Krishna (Udaal Pavvya), whose advice shaped her professional outlook. Her message to aspiring creators is simple yet powerful: “If you want to do something, just go for it. Don’t be afraid of failing – failure teaches you a lot anyway.”

And for those who think they know her from social media, Srishti laughs and says, “My followers would be surprised to know that I’m completely different in real life! They’re so used to seeing me play all these characters online. But the real me is a completely different person.”