The Making of Mr. Gujarat 2025

This journey began during one of the darkest phases of my life—when I was battling depression. In search of solace, I found myself at the ISKCON temple, spending hours confiding in Radhe Krishna about my struggles. I embraced bhakti, frequently visiting Ganesh Ji’s temple, Mahadev temples, and Gau Shalas. There was something different about those places; they filled me with a sense of peace I had never experienced before.

As time passed, I started chanting Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Ram Hare Ram, Ram Ram Hare Hare in my free moments. This devotion not only gave me strength but also brought a newfound purpose to my life. Soon, I began making short videos with my mother—small creative efforts filled with love and hard work. But the road was not easy. Initially, my videos didn’t receive the likes or views I hoped for, yet I didn’t give up. I poured my strongest version into every next video, pushing myself harder each time. Slowly, people started engaging, and the numbers grew—likes, comments, views, and followers began pouring in.

Seeing this positive response, I expanded my content, starting as a food vlogger on a barter basis. Engagement skyrocketed, and thousands of likes and lakhs of views followed. It was a moment of joy for both my mother and me. From the confines of a dark room, I stepped into the shining world, finding a new identity through social media.

As my journey continued, my creative instincts led me toward designing. I customized paghdis for Navratri, showcasing them while playing Garba in front of thousands. I danced with all my heart from the very first day to the last. And on the final day of Navratri, an unbelievable moment arrived—I was awarded the title of King of VVN and gifted an electric joy bike. This recognition encouraged me to take a step further, and I participated in a fashion show conducted by Makwana Productions in Rajkot. Giving my best on that ramp, I was honored with the title of GFS Season 5 Mr. Gujarat 2025.

Suddenly, my name was everywhere—news channels, newspapers, media coverage, and social platforms. The fame was overwhelming, but it was just the beginning. I turned my dream into reality by launching my own event production house, Adishree Event Production, at just 19 years old. Alongside, I stepped into the world of fashion designing with my new venture, Adishree Couture, based in Vadodara.

Looking back, my journey was never smooth. School life was a battle—I was bullied for being skinny, trolled for my looks, and even roasted on social media. The pain was unbearable; I locked myself in a dark room, isolating from the world. Family gatherings, social events—I avoided them all, fearing judgment and ridicule. A whole year passed in loneliness, spent at my grandmother’s home, far from my mother.

This trauma led to panic attacks. I would call my friends in tears, missing my mother every second. Yet, I never shared my pain with her. But she always understood without me speaking a word. One day, she told me, "Beta, tere paas jo himmat hai, woh kisi aur ke paas nahi. Jo aaj tujhe bura bhala bol rahe hain, wahi log kal aakar tera autograph lenge."

That line changed everything for me. I decided to step outside and explore the world again. I started visiting cafés alone, talking to strangers, and transforming from an introvert to an extrovert. Social media became my new world—it gave me recognition, confidence, and the will to dream again. The encouragement from strangers, the appreciation from unknown fans—it all fueled my passion. My mother and social media held me so tightly that my thoughts of self-harm transformed into ambitions of a successful career.

 My vlogging career reached heights, but not without setbacks. I faced failures, sudden downfalls, and moments of rejection. Brands rejected me, people unfollowed me, trolls tried to bring me down. But the encouragement of my supporters helped me climb back up, step by step. I realized that no obstacle could hold me back if I chose to rise again.

Social media gave me a second life—a new space, a new identity, a new chance to shine. Today, I am achieving dreams I once thought were impossible. And through it all, I learned the most powerful lesson: Karma is real. I smiled at my haters and worked harder. The more I hid my pain behind my smile, the more success I gained.

Throughout my journey, I have been recognized with several achievements, but the most priceless moment has always been the smile on my mother’s face every time I win. I was crowned Mr. Gujarat 2025 by GFS Season 5, a title that brought immense pride and recognition. I turned my passion for fashion into reality by launching my own brand, Adishree Couture, and expanding my creative vision with Adishree Event Production. Alongside my ventures, I pursued my love for food vlogging, gaining success as a part-time food vlogger. One of my most cherished accomplishments was being awarded VVN King 2025 in a Garba competition, where I played Garba in front of thousands and was honored with an electric joy bike. To see myself featured in multiple media outlets and newspapers felt surreal, marking milestones I once thought were beyond my reach.

The journey doesn’t end here. My ultimate goal is to become financially independent, to earn enough to fulfill every dream my mother has ever had. I want to see the sparkle in her eyes when she picks up something at a store and knows she can have it without hesitation.

I started from rock bottom, from a place where I thought I wouldn’t survive. But faith, hard work, and my mother’s love pulled me out of the darkness. To anyone struggling—never stop believing in yourself. The ones who mock you today will be the ones asking for your autograph tomorrow.

Hare Krishna, Radhe Radhe!