In this episode of Breaking the Browndary Podcast, we sit down with Ria Lakhani, a creator and brand founder redefining what it means to be a modern South Asian woman. She’s the visionary behind On Cloud Dine, a feel good food platform that celebrates culture through recipes, restaurant finds, and her beloved “Dad Hacks” series. Ria opens up about her journey from pursuing a traditional law career to following her passion for cooking, freelancing, and content creation.

We discuss:

💼 Leaving law & breaking South Asian stereotypes

🍳 Building a career as a full-time content creator

💸 The money side of freelancing and how it all works

👩🏽‍👩🏽‍👧🏽 Family expectations + cultural pressures ( being the eldest daughter)

🧠 Overcoming imposter syndrome & self-doubt

🌱 Advice for aspiring creators: how to just start

🎙️ Breaking the Browndary shares global stories of South Asians who are rewriting the rules, breaking cultural expectations, and living boldly.

👇🏽 Follow along if you want real convos on culture, self-growth & identity

Instagram: @breakingthebrowndary

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Chapters

00:00 Intro & Rapid Fire

12:09 The Journey from Law to Content Creation

14:48 The Wake-Up Call: A Life-Altering Accident

17:59 Finding Freedom in India

20:55 Building a Brand: The Slow Process

24:07 Time Management and Avoiding Burnout

26:33 Family Support and Cultural Heritage

28:12 The Journey of On Cloud Dine

32:01 Navigating the Creator Economy

37:30 Challenges in Content Creation

42:38 Cultural Pressures and Personal Growth

49:16 Breaking Boundaries in Content Creation

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Ria's socials:

@on_clouddine

@Ria_lakhs