Tejasswi Prakash's Practical Approach to Wealth and Investments
Television star and Bigg Boss 15 winner Tejasswi Prakash has revealed her surprisingly practical approach to finances and luxury spending in a recent candid conversation. During an appearance on Bharti Singh's YouTube channel Bharti TV, the actress explained her preference for driving a Hyundai i20 worth Rs 10 lakh instead of her more expensive Audi valued at Rs 1 crore.
The entertainment industry star shared insights into her financial philosophy that prioritizes smart investments over extravagant purchases. Her revelations have sparked discussions about financial literacy among young earners in India.
Why i20 Trumps Audi in Daily Use
When discussing her vehicle preferences, Tejasswi provided practical reasons for choosing her Hyundai i20 for daily commutes. "I like my bigger car, but I often travel in my i20 because it is so convenient," she explained during the interview recorded in November 2025.
The actress highlighted several advantages of her smaller vehicle: easier parking, reduced worry about scratches, and lower maintenance costs. Her approach reflects a mindset focused on functionality rather than status symbols.
"The bigger car needs space to park, but this is not the case with i20. There is also this worry of somebody scratching the car and it involves extra expenses, so I prefer taking out i20 because it is so fast and you can park it anywhere, and it is a beautiful car," Tejasswi elaborated.
Investment Strategy: Building Multiple Income Streams
Beyond her vehicle choices, Tejasswi disclosed her sophisticated approach to wealth management. The actress has strategically invested in multiple businesses that now provide her with steady passive income.
Her investment portfolio includes real estate ventures and a salon business, demonstrating her commitment to diversifying income sources beyond her acting career. She emphasized the importance of investing in assets that generate returns rather than draining resources.
"You should invest in money making assets. If I invest in a commercial property, then I know that I can get rent out of it while sitting at home. So I might not be using that property, but it is earning me an income," she shared during the conversation.
Tejasswi also revealed that her participation in Bigg Boss 15 was partly motivated by the COVID-19 pandemic period when work opportunities were limited. "Because Covid was going on at that time. I really like working so much that even now I act but I also have a real estate business and I have also opened a salon. Whenever I get some free time, I have to utilise it," she explained.
Financial Advice for Young Earners
The television personality didn't hesitate to share financial wisdom, particularly targeting young women who might feel pressured to spend on luxury items. She expressed concern about seeing young girls wearing expensive watches and heels that might strain their finances.
"I would advise many girls that it is very easy to get into a lot of pressure of buying expensive things. I see so many young girls wearing very expensive watches and heels," Tejasswi noted, highlighting a common social pressure faced by young earners.
She firmly stated that her choice to avoid luxury splurges is deliberate rather than financially constrained. "If I can invest in a business today, then you would be very stupid to think that I can't buy these expensive watches. It's very obvious that it's my decision to not take that and rather invest in a real estate business and make different properties," she asserted.
Her practical approach extends beyond major purchases to everyday items. Tejasswi revealed that she still uses a three-year-old iPhone, stating "it's not that I will buy a new iPhone every year. I don't care" about keeping up with the latest technology trends.
This financial philosophy from a popular television personality serves as an important reminder about prioritizing long-term financial security over short-term luxury gratification. Her investments in real estate and businesses demonstrate a strategic approach to wealth building that many financial experts would endorse.
