Meet Simala Prasad: From Bollywood Actress To Cracking UPSC In Her First Attempt, Her Secret Mantra Was...
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While thousands of aspirants prepare each year to crack the UPSC Civil Services Examination in hopes of joining prestigious services like the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS), here is one inspiring success story that stands out. https://zeenews.india.com/photos/entertainment/meet-simala-prasad-from-bollywood-actress-to-cracking-upsc-in-her-first-attempt-her-secret-mantra-was-2912746 Updated:Jun 08, 2025, 10:43 AM IST Simala Prasad's Journey
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Simala Prasad was born on October 8, 1980, to Mehrunnisa Parvez and Dr. Bhagirath Prasad. Her mother is a renowned writer who was honored with the Padma Shri award, while her father, Dr. Bhagirath Prasad, is a former IAS officer, a university vice-chancellor, and served as an MP from Bhind (2014–2019). From Reel to Real-Life Heroine
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Simala had an interest in the arts from a young age. She actively participated in various cultural programs during her school days. Education
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She studied at St. Joseph's Co-ed School and earned a B.Com degree from the Institute for Excellence in Higher Education. She then completed her postgraduate studies at Barkatullah University, where she topped her exams and was awarded a gold medal. Acting Debut
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In addition to being a UPSC officer, Simala also stepped into the world of Bollywood. In 2016, she made her acting debut in the film Alif, directed by Zaigham Imam. She later appeared in the 2019 movie Nakkash, where she shared the screen with acclaimed actors such as Kumud Mishra, Sharib Hashmi, and Rajesh Sharma. Road to UPSC
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Simala was serving as a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, after clearing the MPPSC exam. However, she remained committed to her dream of cracking the UPSC and began preparing for it alongside her job. New Movie
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Last year, the actress-turned-IPS officer made headlines for reportedly appearing in The Narmada Story, a film based on true events. Simala was said to play the role of a "supercop." The movie also features well-known actors like Raghubir Yadav, Mukesh Tiwari, and Anjali Patil. Success Without Coaching
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Simala cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination in her first attempt without any coaching. She became an IPS officer in 2010, securing an All India Rank (AIR) of 51. Success Mantra
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Simala's secret to success? Never giving up on any of her dreams and staying determined to achieve them all. Her journey is a powerful example of what perseverance, focus, and belief in oneself can accomplish.
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