Content Creator, model and all – around icon Diya Chevli has already achieved multiple milestones at a young age. Starting from walking for a fashion show at 17 to shooting for multiple magazines, she’s worked hard to make a name for herself amidst the glitz and glamour of the modeling industry. She sits for a casual interview with Dyuti Chetta, wherein she discusses her experience at KLFW’24, her travel aspirations, her journey as a content creator, and much more.
One of the jewels in Diya Chevli’s extraordinary career trajectory was being on the cover for Malvie Magazine. When asked about her experience, she revealed, “Being on the cover of a magazine was an incredibly exhilarating and humbling experience. When I first saw the cover, I felt a rush of excitement. It’s always been my dream to be part of something like that as I grew up. It was a tangible recognition of my hard work and dedication, and it was incredibly rewarding to see that acknowledged in such a way.
At the same time, it was also a bit surreal. Growing up, I always admired the people featured on magazine covers, and to find myself in that position felt almost like a dream. There was a sense of disbelief and amazement that came with it.” She also expressed her deep gratitude for the team that made it possible, including the photographer and everyone else involved in the process. She credited their creativity and their expertise with bringing the cover to life.
Being invited to KLFW’24 was another memorable experience for her. About this, she stated, “It was an incredible experience to witness it and be invited to KLFW 2024. It was an honor to be part of such a prestigious event, and it’s an experience that will always hold a special place in my heart. I was there for L’Oreal, and the brand made such an impactful runway show. It was very empowering for women. The show was really inspiring.”
A significant part of Diya’s career involves selecting and curating brands for promotions, also giving her a chance to showcase her values and her vision for her career. Diya stresses on the importance of looking at the brand values and alignment when making a decision. “The target audience compatibility is really important too, if it aligns with my own. The product quality and authenticity plays an important part as well.”
Diya’s travel aspirations are driven by her desire to explore diverse cultures, history, and natural beauty. If she could, she believes she would travel all the time. “My passion for learning about different cultures, appreciating art and history, and experiencing the natural beauty of our world is undying. Traveling to different places would not only fulfill my personal aspirations but also enrich my perspective and inspire my professional and creative endeavors. I absolutely love the beauty that the world has to offer.” When questioned about whether she had any trips planned for the rest of 2024, Diya disclosed that while she did have a couple of plans for the rest of the year, she wouldn’t be sharing them as of now.
Even for somebody as skillful and dedicated as Diya, managing her roles as a content creator and as a model can be challenging. When asked how she handles this, she discussed, “It actually goes hand in hand. Handling the dual roles of being a model and content creator requires effective time management, strategic planning, and a clear vision for both careers. I did model a lot more when I was younger and now I am more absorbed in content creation. I do find It’s important to take care of my physical and mental health to maintain high performance in both roles. I make sure to schedule downtime and engage in activities that help me relax and recharge, such as taking breaks and spending time with loved ones.”
Diya’s incredible journey makes one wonder about her background. She started her illustrious career in the fashion industry as a fashion photographer. “I studied fashion media, communication and industries in LaSalle college of the arts. I was in Mumbai for about 4 years and Dubai for about 2 years and then when I came back to Singapore (which is home) a couple years ago, the content creation journey started for me.” When asked what started her journey as an influencer, she shared that it was inspired by deep passion for storytelling and a desire to connect with others. “From a young age, I was fascinated by the power of words and visuals to convey emotions, ideas, and experiences. This passion led me to experiment with different forms of content, to creating videos for everyone to see. Additionally, seeing the impact that authentic and engaging content had on my audience motivated me to continue. I wanted to provide value, share knowledge, and inspire others through my work. I still have yet to achieve a ton more from my career and I hope to reach greater heights with constant hardwork and everyone’s love.” She gracefully expressed her love and gratitude towards her mother, thanking her mother for being her biggest inspiration and for always supporting and encouraging her.
Her Instagram account has been a key part of her career. When questioned about when she started her instagram account, along with her initial goal for it, she replied, “I actually started my instagram account eons ago. At that time, instagram was a platform to share my photos and escapades with my friends. My friendships have always been my priority in life and it still holds a huge part of me. As time went by and after I started modelling, my instagram became more of my work profile and a way of getting myself out there in the fashion industry. As time went by, content creation took over a massive part of it. I feel accomplished to a certain extent as people are so nice to me now and I grew up being bullied as a kid and to see that people acknowledge me now and how far I have come from a timid girl to a lady makes me really happy.”
Diya’s journey, though seemingly glamorous to an outsider, was not always easy. She faced challenges, but pushed through them to get to where she is today. Looking back on the way her content has evolved since she started, Diya unveiled, “I started like anyone else would. Slowly, with not much and not that much inspiration or recognition. Unsure of what to expect, hopeful that it would be a great step in my career. Now, I am really happy and thankful that I have grown throughout the years. My content will only get better with time. Hopefully, everyone will continue to like my content and I will be more inspired to grow more and more.”
Diya’s incredible journey, and her dedication to pursuing her dreams is certainly a source of inspiration for every dreamer out there. With her authenticity, hard work, and commitment to becoming the best version of herself, it is no surprise that her fans are eagerly anticipating her future projects.
By – Dyuti Chetta
