Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Narayani Shastri reveals drug use in TV industry
Narayani Shastri, a famous TV actor from the early 2000s, recently talked about how many actors in the TV industry use drugs.
She said that parties in the industry now have a budget for drugs, which shocked her.
She also admitted that she tried drugs but never got addicted.
Narayani stopped going to these parties because they are not about fun anymore but something else entirely.
Narayani Shastri claims many actors in the TV industry use drugs.
She did not name specific individuals but said it is a common norm.
Parties in the industry now have a budget for drugs, shocking her.
She admitted to experimenting with substances but never got addicted.
Narayani stopped attending these parties as they are no longer about dancing.
- Who
- Narayani Shastri, a former TV actor
- What
- Claims about drug use in the television industry
- When
- Recent interview on Siddharth Kannan's YouTube channel
- Where
- Television industry in India
- Why
- To highlight the prevalence of drug use and her decision to stop partying
Industry Norms
Personal Experience
Drug Use in the Industry
Industry Norms
Drug use is a common and accepted norm in the entertainment industry, with budgets allocated for drugs at parties.
Personal Experience
Personal observations and experiences confirm the prevalence of drug use among actors and industry professionals.
- Actor
- Narayani Shastri
- Known for
- TV shows like Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Piya Ka Ghar
- Platform
- YouTube channel of Siddharth Kannan
- Claim
- Drug use is common in the TV industry
- Personal Experience
- Admitted to experimenting with substances but never got addicted
Sources
‘Budget for drugs at TV parties,’ claims Narayani Shastri, says seen actors ‘high on sets’