We recently had the chance to connect with Prashant Thakker and have shared our conversation below.
Prashant , really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What are you chasing, and what would happen if you stopped?
Right now, I’m chasing a goal that both excites and scares me—visiting all 197 countries in the world. It’s not just about collecting stamps in a passport; it’s about stories, faces, and moments I’ll never be able to relive. Every border crossed feels like opening a new chapter in the book of my life.
I was 10 when I got my first passport and started traveling. Somewhere along the way, it stopped being just a passion—it became part of my identity. If I were to stop now, I wouldn’t know what to do with myself. I’ve built my life around the road, and without it, I’d feel like I’d lost a piece of who I am. It wouldn’t just be an unfinished list; it would be a lifetime of curiosity left unanswered, and that’s a regret I’m not willing to live with.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Prashant Thakker—I’m a short filmmaker, producer, and lifelong traveler. While my work takes many forms, my passion is exploring the world. I’m currently on a mission to visit all 197 countries, and so far, I’ve journeyed through more than 125 of them. Along the way, I created Seven Continents Later, a platform where I share stories from my travels—focusing on the people, cultures, and connections that make each destination unique. My philosophy is simple: politics divide, people connect. My work is all about highlighting the positive, human side of the world, one country at a time.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
The moment that changed me most was my first solo trip—to Romania. I didn’t speak the language, I didn’t know anyone, and I had no idea how I was going to get around. On top of that, I was vegetarian, which made finding food a whole other challenge. But that’s when the kindness of strangers really hit me. People I’d never met pointed me toward places to eat, helped me figure out train schedules, find hotels, and get directions. Some invited me to explore their towns and countryside with them. I realized that we are more similar than different, and that trip showed me the world is full of people who will help you if you go in with an open heart.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that’s held me back most is the fear of starting—doubting if I’m even capable of finishing. “Why me? Am I good enough?” But traveling taught me something bigger: fear isn’t a stop sign, it’s a signal. I’ve faced fears about places others warned me to avoid, and instead of shrinking back, I chose to lean in with an open heart. Now, fear fuels me—it’s a reminder to keep moving forward, no matter the unknown.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends would say what matters most to me is kindness and connection. To be kind to everybody, even those who see the world differently. To always try to understand things from other people’s point of view. To break bread with those who disagree with you, and celebrate their successes—no matter how big or small—even if it’s greater than your own. They’d say I believe in being fully present, showing up for each other, and making every moment count, because life is short. And they’d say I don’t have time for negativity—cutting that out is just as important as holding on to the positive.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
For me, this question hits home because anyone who knows me knows I’ve never really been told what to do—I’ve always followed my heart. Just ask my parents. Along the way, I’ve made choices that worked and others that didn’t, but they were always my own. When someone tried to steer me otherwise, it rarely felt right, and I’d find my way back to what I was born to do. Right now, I feel like I’m doing multiple things that are exactly that—true to who I am and what I’m meant for.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sevencontinentslater.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seven_continents_later/?hl=en
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sevencontinentslater/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sevencontinentslater
Image Credits
Pic in order of countries: 1. Profile picture 2. Vodou Ceremony in Benin 3. Rickshaw in Dhaka, Bangladesh 4. Libya, 5. Santorini, Greece, 6. Mogadishu, Somalia, 7.Tehran,Iran 8. Antarctica 9. Simien Mountains, Ethiopia 10. Aleppo, Syria
