Anvita Sudarshan has been all over the place. Literally, and metaphorically. From having grown up in three continents, five countries and seven cities, to editing Geo-Junior at the age of 14, working at Tinkle and participating (and winning a few too, in the process) in a number of beauty pageants from Femina Miss India to Miss India Worldwide. Her experiences in the latter led to her first book, Beauty Queen – Pathway to Pageantry, which can best be described as a one-stop sourcebook on everything you have ever wanted to know about pageantry – its meaning, history, inner mechanics, organization and required preparedness. Today, she co-runs an organic farm and a bookshop in Mysuru, while pursuing an MA in Ancient History and Archaeology and creating short-form digital content on Ancient Indian History and Archaeology.
Latest Book
Beauty Queen: The Pathway to Pageantry is a one-stop sourcebook on everything
you ever
wanted to know about pageantry – its meaning, history, inner mechanics, organisation and
required preparedness. The book throws light on the history of pageantry, and gives a very
real account of what to expect at a pageant (the good and the bad). It explains in detail
every aspect of pageant preparedness, such as body grooming, nutrition, wardrobe, catwalk,
interview and judges’ perspectives, while drawing on a number of examples about what worked
for people and what did not. Bringing in information from the author’s personal experiences,
the book is the first of its kind and a unique attempt in presenting pageantry as a
composition of science, art, and grace in equal proportions. It’s not just for aspiring
beauty queens but also for every
individuals who want to look and feel healthy and beautiful.
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Life Is Not One Track | Anvita Sudarshan with Priyam Daga | OCLF
On 23rd Nov 2025 2.00 PM TO 2:40 PM
"This inspiring OCLF session featured author and creator Anvita Sudarshan, in conversation with Priyam Daga, known for the Hindi web series Asur. The discussion offered a refreshing look at a career shaped by curiosity, reinvention, and the courage to follow more than one path.
Anvita shared her journey across beauty pageants, writing, filmmaking, and her recent shift to organic farming. Her decision to begin farming at 30 became one of the most engaging parts of the session, revealing how discipline, grounding, and sustainability shaped her view of success. She also spoke about learning Kannada to connect with local communities, showing how language can deepen belonging and cultural understanding.
The session addressed important themes like navigating the film industry, handling expectations, and finding confidence in unconventional choices. Audience questions added warmth and energy, with Anvita responding with honesty and clarity.
Guided smoothly by anchor Akanksha Baisware, the session closed with the reminder that success can be multidimensional when you allow yourself to explore every interest that calls to you.