A Hollywood first: TV show based on dentistry; Historic achievement by a young Malayali

A television show based on the world of dentistry is being developed for the first time in Hollywood. Behind this groundbreaking project is Tej Chillar, a young Indian-American talent born and raised in the U.S. Titled “Crown & Conflict,” the project is currently in various stages of production. This fresh concept, never before explored on a major Hollywood platform, originated from a viral TikTok video that gained over 260,000 views and overwhelmingly positive responses, eventually leading to the show's creation.

Set against the backdrop of New York City, the series will entertainingly portray the lives, friendships, rivalries, and cultural identity struggles of first-year dental school students. Its narrative style is expected to follow in the footsteps of hit shows like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Suits.”

What makes this show even more remarkable is that Tej Chillar will serve as the showrunner, writer, and lead actor. For someone pursuing a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, this is a rare and impressive achievement. Alongside his medical education, Tej has proven his talent as both an actor and storyteller. He represents a new generation of Indian-American youth who excel in both academics and the arts. His accomplishment is one the entire Indian community can take pride in.