In a world where students are often told to choose between passion and profession, Mishthi Chaudhry decided to walk a different path. She chose both – and excelled at both.
The Dancer and the Dream
For years, Kathak and Bharatnatyam were Mishthi’s world. Hours of practice, precise footwork, and the expressive grace that classical dance demands shaped her discipline. Over the last six years, she has also been a regular in Bharatnatyam and even qualified the Madhyama exam.
But beyond the lights of the stage, another dream quietly took shape – to crack one of India’s toughest exams, CLAT, and make her way to a top National Law University.
Balancing these two worlds was never easy, yet she refused to abandon either. And when the results came, she had not just cleared CLAT, she earned a place in one of the top five NLUs in the country – proving that a good CLAT score can also open doors to esteemed institutions like NLU Bhopal, Delhi University, and other prestigious government and private universities beyond the NLUs.
A Family That Inspired, Not Pressured
The idea of studying law wasn’t new to her. Her elder brother, already a student at HNLU, had shown her the world of law – debates, ideas, the thrill of learning. It was inspiring, but it also came with silent expectations. Would she be able to do it too?
Instead of being weighed down by these questions, Mishthi used them as fuel.
The Power of Discipline and Doubt-Clearing
Her preparation wasn’t built on shortcuts; it was built on habits. After almost every class, she made it a point to clear even the smallest of doubts. She wasn’t afraid of appearing unsure. What mattered to her was clarity.
One mentor, in particular, made a lasting impact – Shweta Ma’am. Mishthi credits her not just for teaching law, but for making her fall in love with it. Through simple explanations, an open-door approach, and constant encouragement, Shweta Ma’am created an environment where Mishthi thrived.
The Unseen Support System
Behind this success stood a family that celebrated both her passions. They never asked her to choose between dance and studies. Instead, they trusted her balance and gave her the emotional freedom to grow.
This support, combined with the discipline Bharatnatyam Kathak had instilled in her, became her biggest strengths. The patience and grace she learned on stage translated perfectly into exam preparation – calm under pressure, consistency, and focus.
More Than a Rank
For Mishthi, CLAT was never just about a rank or a college name. It was a test of resilience. Her message to future aspirants is simple yet powerful:
“You don’t have to be extraordinary.
You just have to show up every day.
Trust your mentors. Ask your doubts.
And never give up what you love – that passion will give you strength.”
Her journey is proof that you can chase two dreams at once. That passion and preparation are not opposites – they can walk hand in hand.
Mishthi Chaudhry’s story is a reminder that success, whether on stage or in the exam hall, comes from clarity, balance, and belief in yourself.
