India, Sept. 9 -- For actor Vedika Pinto, who recently found wider recognition with her performance as Sudha in Musafir Cafe, the success may look like an overnight turn in her career, but the journey behind it has taken a decade. As she looks back on the road that led her here, Pinto also reflects on choosing roles after Sudha and navigating the rumours that come with increased visibility.

The series' success significantly raised Pinto's profile, making her journey seem like an overnight success. But Pinto quickly corrects that perception. "Overnight success? No. It took 10 years," she says, adding, "One was done overnight - everything, like in terms of recognition. But it didn't happen overnight. It took 10 years." For her, every oppor...