Episode 210 - Faith Through Fire: Playing Shadrach - with Sunjay Midda This interview is also published in video format. If you prefer to watch it, you can do so here: https://youtu.be/amC0ZMRjGD8In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Matt Chastain talks with actor Sanjay Midda about his role as Shadrach in Daniel and the Fiery Furnace, discussing the film’s faith themes, audience reception, and the challenges of bringing a well-known biblical story to the screen. Sanjay shares broad insights from his acting journey, how he approaches preparation and performance, and what it was like working within a faith-driven production. They also touch on practical realities of modern filmmaking, the use of AI, and artistic license in expanding Daniel’s presence while keeping the story’s message intact.Sunjay offers encouragement and general advice for actors and creatives pursuing long-term careers in the industry.Highlights Include:Welcome and IntroductionsBiblical Literacy and Creative LicenseSanjay’s Acting HistoryJesus Take the WheelAuditioning for ShadrachI Can Only ImagineShadrach, Meshach and AbendegoCharacter Building and On-Set ChemistryActing Without DialogueFilming the Fiery FurnaceFaith Under PressureAI Debate and Indie SuccessFilming in MoroccoBio:Sunjay Midda is a British actor whose career spans British television, international film and theatrical productions. He currently stars as Shadrach in “Daniel and the Fiery Furnace,” opposite Mena Massoud and Elijah Alexander. The film opened nationwide in U.S. cinemas on September 18, 2026.Sunjay began his professional acting career in 2015 when he landed his first professional role on his very first audition for the long-running BBC One series “Doctors.” He went on to become a series regular, appearing in 93 episodes from 2015 to 2021. His work on the series earned him a 2020 RTS Midlands Award nomination for Breakthrough Award (On Screen).His recent credits include the BBC’s “Silent Witness,” where he played DS Begum in a 2026 storyline, as well as Hulu’s “Death and Other Details” and Paramount’s “A Quiet Place: Day One”. He has also worked on “Doctor Who” spin-off “Torchwood” as a lead villain and recently wrapped a guest role on the hit British crime drama “The Bay” (ITV).Sunjay next stars in “Solitary,” a feature film directed by David Midell, whose previous film “The Ritual” starred Al Pacino and Dan Stevens. “Solitary” was filmed in New Mexico and recently completed principal photography.Sunjay is known for his passion for fitness, driving, and empowering the next generation to pursue their dreams and inspire people with his outlook and approach to life.Video Edited by Jacob HensonThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. We interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors.If you would like to support the production of this podcast, you can do so at https://www.faffpodcast.com/support Get Email Notifications: https://faffpodcast.com/emailEnter the Faith & Family Filmmakers Awards festival: https://filmfreeway.com/FAFFawardsFAFF Association Weekly Zoom Meetups for Filmmakers: https://www.faffassociation.com/events