# 🎙️ Episode 2: Beyond the Brand – The Journey of one8

What happens after a celebrity launches a brand?

In **Episode 2 of The Big Picture with Abhijith Skanda HN**, we go beyond the logo, the shoes, and the headlines to uncover how **one8** evolved from Virat Kohli's jersey number into one of India's most recognizable lifestyle brands.

From product innovation and strategic partnerships to business growth and the future of the brand, this episode explores the next chapter in the one8 story.

## ⏱️ Chapters

Intro : 0:00-1:10

Chapter 1: 1:12-2:29

Chapter 2: 2:30-3:21

Chapter 3: 3:23-4:34

Chapter 4: 4:36-5:32

Chapter 5: 5:34-6:18

Chapter 6: 6:20-7:40

Closing: 7:41-9:08

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🎙️ **Podcast:** *The Big Picture with Abhijith Skanda HN*

🎧 **Host:** Abhijith Skanda HN

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What does it take to transform a jersey number into one of India's most powerful lifestyle brands?

In the very first episode of The Big Picture with Abhijith Skanda HN, we explore the incredible journey of Virat Kohli—from a young cricketer with big dreams to the founder of one8, a brand that changed the sports and fashion industry in India.

This episode dives deep into Virat Kohli's early life, the emotional story behind jersey number 18, his partnership with Puma, and the rise of one8 from a celebrity collaboration to an independent business empire.

00:00 – 01:03 — Introduction

01:04 – 01:52 — Chapter 1: A Boy with a Dream

01:53 – 02:49 — Chapter 2: The Rise of a Superstar

02:50 – 03:49 — Chapter 3: The Power of Number 18

03:50 – 04:40 — Chapter 4: Building the one8 Brand

04:41 – 05:28 — Chapter 5: From Brand Ambassador to Business Owner

05:30 – 06:10 — Chapter 6: The Future of one8

06:11 – 07:07 — Ending & Closing Thoughts

Join us as we uncover the strategy, vision, and business mindset behind one of the biggest athlete-led brands in India.

🎙️ Podcast: The Big Picture with Abhijith Skanda HN

🎤 Host: Abhijith Skanda HN

📅 Episode Release: 18 July 2026 • 6:00 PM IST

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The Legend is Back—and it’s a "Mass" Overload! 💥

Bangalore, we aren't just going to the movies; we are entering the Kingdom of AMB Cinemas Kapali. The old-school spirit of Gandhinagar has been upgraded with Superstar Mahesh Babu’s signature style and a Rajamouli-level vision.

South India’s first-ever Dolby Cinema has arrived, and it’s a total game-changer. Imagine blacks so deep they’d make a shadow jealous and sound so powerful it’ll blow your mind. As Mahesh Babu would say, "Nenu okkasari commit ayithe, naa maata nene vinanu"—and once you see this screen, you won't want to go anywhere else!

It’s bigger, it’s better, and it’s pure Cinema Mahayuddham. Experience the evolution. 🎬✨

The AMB (Asian Mahesh Babu) Cinemas Kapali Bangalore Revolution

Host:Abhijith Skanda HN

"Bangalore, the heart of Gandhinagar just got a massive heart transplant. The legendary Kapali Theatre—a place we all loved—is back, but not how you remember it. Welcome to the era of AMB Cinemas Kapali

Mana Superstar Mahesh Babu gari vision tho, ee iconic place ippudu oka futuristic marvel la maripoindi. South India lone modati **Dolby Cinema** ikkade undi! Aa Dolby Vision clarity ki, Atmos sound quality ki... meeru pise poye cinema experience ippudu veru!"

"9 Screens, luxury recliners, inka adiripoye tech. Asalu ee Dolby Cinema enduku chudali? Standard screen ki deeniki difference enti? Jan 27th roju full deep-dive episode lo matladukundam."

* **Telugu Script:** "9 స్క్రీన్స్, లగ్జరీ రెక్లైనర్స్, ఇంకా అదిరిపోయే టెక్. అసలు ఈ డోల్బీ సినిమా ఎందుకు చూడాలి? స్టాండర్డ్ స్క్రీన్‌కి దీనికి డిఫరెన్స్ ఏంటి? జనవరి 27th రోజు ఫుల్ డీప్-డైవ్ ఎపిసోడ్‌లో మాట్లాడుకుందాం."

"Get ready to experience cinema like never before. I’ll see you with the full story on January 27th. You’re listening to the **Abhijith Skanda HN Podcast**. Stay tuned!"

**What I can do next for you:**

Would you like me to **write a short 1-minute script for the Jan 27th full episode** that covers the technical difference between a normal screen and Dolby Cinema?

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