In episode 132 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vipul Shah, director of The Kerala Story and popular films like Namaste London, joins the conversation to discuss how audiences respond to nepotism in Bollywood, and why Indian movies struggle to win Oscars. He also shares the challenges behind making The Kerala Story and his candid take on working with Akshay Kumar.Recording Date: August 10, 2025

In episode 132 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vipul Shah, director of The Kerala Story and popular films like Namaste London, joins the conversation to discuss how audiences respond to nepotism in Bollywood, and why Indian movies struggle to win Oscars. He also shares the challenges behind making The Kerala Story and his candid take on working with Akshay Kumar.Recording Date: August 10, 2025Master the Most Useful Human Skill: https://bit.ly/3Vdu64AListen to this podcast and other episodes of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AyDc7N...#bollywood #movies #nepotism ----------------------------------------------👉🏻ART OF CONVERSATION----------------------------------------------Art of Conversation is a unique program with concepts, strategies, and guidance to help you have meaningful interactions with the people who matter.Get better at talking to people here: https://www.artofconversation.in/--------------------------------------------------------------CHECK OUT THIS PODCAST IN AUDIO--------------------------------------------------------------Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AyDc7ND9Kb29kJx7HG7G9Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-prakhar-gupta-xperience/id1458523731Google Podcast: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAeeKODZE2V1fNqYBkVcS5oH&si=wu7-Gdlk6deEIYTr--------------------------------------------------CHECK US OUT EVERYWHERE--------------------------------------------------👉🏻SOCIALSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprakharguptaxperience/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvr Facebook: https://facebook.com/prakharkepravachan Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AyDc7ND9Kb29kJx7HG7G9-----------------------------------------------------------------------BUSINESS ENQUIRIES & COLLABORATION-----------------------------------------------------------------------For sponsorship, brand collaborations, and more.Email to contact@thepravachan.com-----------------------------------------------------------------------For hiring queries.Email to govind@thepravachan.com--------------------------------------------------OTHER CHANNELS--------------------------------------------------PGX Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClipsPG Plus: https://www.youtube.com/@PrakharGuptaPlus ----------------------------------------------TEAM----------------------------------------------Produced by– Ansh Bhatnagar, Govind VashisthaHost– Prakhar GuptaThis is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro01:04 - Political Awareness Over Time03:42 - Movies’ Influence on Voters06:57 - Do People Like Political Films?08:25 - Good Cinema vs. Successful Cinema17:47 - Untold Truth Behind The Kerala Story25:13 - Why America Loses Every War28:30 - Indian vs. American Cinema31:45 - Making Indian Cinema More Global35:30 - Thoughts on Animal & Kabir Singh41:35 - How Comedy Films Changed46:54 - Making Namaste London & Singh Is Kinng50:28 - Why Akshay Kumar Excels in Comedy58:42 - Nepotism & New Actors01:07:56 - Why Vikrant Massey Isn’t ‘Big’ Yet01:09:35 - Star Directors of India01:10:46 - How Media Targets Directors01:12:25 - Decline of Paid PR01:15:37 - Road to an Oscar01:19:56 - Upcoming Projects01:27:18 - Advice for 20s & 30s

In episode 131 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Onkar Yadav, one of India’s rising stand-up comedians, joins the conversation to share how his roots shaped his comedy. He talks about the realities of child marriage, growing up in Haryana, and how turning personal and social experiences into humor helped him connect with audiences and carve his path in the Indian comedy scene.Recording Date: August 31, 2025

00:00 - Intro01:36 - Weird Ways People Use ChatGPT03:56 - Onkar on being a Haryanvi Feminist11:06 - Childhood Stories and Haryana Culture13:58 - Onkar's First Marriage18:46 - Onkar's Gambling Addiction23:14 - Parents’ Reaction to Him Getting Married25:04 - Onkar on Being High28:59 - Relationship with his Parents30:46 - First Drinking Experience37:11 - Onkar’s School Stories40:56 - Reddit Crush & Marriage45:26 - Bihar Calls Me Mehmaan Ji51:13 - Second Reddit Crush Story55:30 - JNU Stories56:16 - US Fake Sign Language01:02:27 - Shreya & Onkar’s Trampoline Video01:06:36 - Strong Women & Relationships01:10:11 - Onkar on Therapy01:13:57 - Samay Raina’s Masti01:17:39 - Onkar on Sunil Pal01:23:11 - Arpit Bala is a Genius01:24:57 - Life as a Comedian01:29:01 - His thoughts on Alimony01:31:28 - Onkar on Dating01:39:58 - Laxmi Nagar is another Kota01:43:13 - Vinamre’s Brotherhood Show01:47:37 - Kullu Is Fake01:50:24 - On Getting Married

In episode 130 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Ghazal Alagh, co-founder of Mamaearth, Shark Tank India judge, and one of India’s most inspiring entrepreneurs, joins the conversation to share how she built a brand with purpose from the very beginning. She talks about the challenges women entrepreneurs face, the lessons she learned while growing her business, and her journey of carving her own path in the startup world.Recording Date: August 19, 2025

This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro01:06 - Does Money Bring Satisfaction03:38 - Hard truth about being an Entrepreneur06:21 - “49 Out of 50 Manufacturers Rejected Me”09:15 - Finding Your WHY14:35 - Reality of Skincare Industry17:30 - Solving Skincare for India18:06 - Traits of an Entrepreneur20:57 - Reviving the Artist Within23:42 - How she started Mamaearth27:25 - The Fear of Failure30:33 - Mamaearth’s Bestselling Product34:36 - The Mindset of the Indian Consumer38:57 - How Global Brands Cheated Us40:56 - The Rise of Sunscreen44:38 - AI’s Impact on Business53:50 - Next Big Business Opportunities in India1:03:31 - How to Build a Global Brand1:09:20 - Challenges in Professional Life1:20:01 - Advice for Young Women Entrepreneurs1:29:39 - The Role of her husband1:38:29 - Ghazal’s Artistic Side

In episode 129 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vivek Agnihotri, filmmaker of The Kashmir Files and the upcoming The Bengal Files, joins the conversation to discuss his bold and often controversial takes on culture, politics, and history. He opens up about the philosophy that drives his storytelling, the debates his films have sparked, and the conviction it takes to create cinema that challenges mainstream narratives.Recording Date: August 29, 2025
This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro01:04 - Are his motives communal?04:41 - Hindu Enslavement07:44 - Who Failed India10:08 - Are we still slaves to the West?15:50 - Disagreement With Shashi Tharoor18:12 - Was Kashmir Files Anti Muslim20:36 - Bengal Files 2 Sequel 30:16 - Gopal Patha : The Real GOAT32:14 - Noakhali Genoc*de36:54 - Will Bengal Divide Again38:25 - Bone Chilling Stories Of Bengal Riots43:50 - Were Gandhi & Nehru Failed Leaders55:23 - Bose Is India's Best Kept Secret1:03:59 - What Happened After Kashmir Files1:11:14 - The Final Solution1:17:34 - Justice Clubs Of Bengal1:19:08 - Question That Vivek Couldn't Answer1:21:09 - Feedback To Prakhar1:21:55 – Final Words

In episode 128 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Nitin Vijay Sir, renowned JEE physics teacher and mentor, shares his journey of building one of India’s leading coaching platforms, his teaching philosophy, and invaluable life lessons on discipline, perseverance, and guiding students through the toughest phases of competitive preparation.
This is what we talked about:0:00 - Intro 1:00 - The Invisible Investor 7:23 - The Successful Failure13:30 - NV Sir's Mistake 16:50 - Advice To Parents 23:50 - IIT Changed His Perspective 26:34 - Long Drive With His Sundar Kanya 29:02 - Problems With N.E.P 35:33 - Is A.I Making Us Dumb 42:32 - Urgent Need Of Gurukuls 47:21 - NV Sir's Blueprint 52:25 - Selflessness Of Parents 57:54 - Understanding Your Parents 1:00:17 - Red Flag In NV Sir 1:03:56 - Having A Crush Is Normal 1:09 :17 - Drugs & Pornography Addiction In Kota 1:14:23 - Identification Of Toppers 1:19:40 - How To Become A Topper 1:24:00 - How To Set Your Goals1:26:53 - IIT Is Not The Best 1:29:30 - Relationship With Money 1:34:20 - NV Sir's Dream 1:40:19 - Reading Books V/S Real Life Experience 1:46:07 - Question For Prakhar 1:48:20 - Final Words

Episode 127 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Sahiba Bali, a rising talent in Indian cinema and OTT. Known for Laila Majnu and Bard of Blood, she brings a rare mix of acting depth and creative vision. Beyond the screen, Sahiba has worked in marketing with Zomato and with Cricbuzz on Criclytics, blending storytelling with data and strategy. She also co-hosted Shark Tank India, adding a new dimension to her creative journey.Recording Date: August 20, 2025

This is what we talked about:0:00 - Intro0:55 - Why Successful Women Are Hated6:43 - Overachiever Sahiba9:30 - Will Sahiba ever do Bigg Boss?12:45 - Bonding Over Love Island15:18 - Sahiba Learns WWE Is Fake18:27 - Is Prakhar Going To a Reality Show20:07 - Favourite Roadies Season23:43 - Sahiba's Guilty Pleasure25:24 - Shoutout To The Short Kings28:56 - Sahiba Is Attracted To...32:56 - 1 Breakup = 1 Tattoo37:50 - Sahiba's New Boyfriend41:48 - Juvenile Prison Experience43:53 - Sahiba's First Language47:14 - Why Sahiba Hates USA49:59 - Zakir Khan Is Not A Comedian51:25 - Music Is Dead57:54 - Are Travis Scott's Concert Satanic?1:02:18 - Metro Is Love1:08:17 - Struggle Of Not Being Taken Seriously1:09:17 - Suffering From Imposter Syndrome1:22:35 - Listening To Bhajan1:27:43 - Losing Nani and Dadi1:31:30 - Exploring Delhi With Friends1:32:28 - Question For Prakhar1:40:24 - Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana1:42:46 - Final Words

Episode 126 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Munawar Faruqui, one of India’s most acclaimed stand-up comedians, rappers, and reality TV stars. Rising from a challenging childhood in Junagadh, Gujarat, Munawar has won major shows like Lock Upp (2022) and Bigg Boss 17 (2023), captivating millions with his sharp wit, bold humor, and honest storytelling. Beyond comedy, he is known for his resilience, overcoming personal hardships and legal battles, making him a powerful voice of perseverance and creativity in India’s entertainment scene.Recording Date: August 10, 2025

This is what we talked about:0:00 - Intro 00:49 - Are Reality Shows Real or Scripted?06:33 - Munawar on What True Love Means10:42 - The Best Therapist He Ever Had12:47 - Childhood Struggles That Shaped Him19:17 - Losing His Mother23:14 - His Biggest Regret in Life24:58 - Facing Loss for the First Time33:40 - What Keeps Munawar Going42:40 - Lessons From His Wife44:21 - How Fatherhood Changed Him45:31 - What’s Next for Munawar?48:40 - Shayaris Straight From the Heart52:42 - His Take on Haters & Trolls54:15 - The Moment That Changed His Life56:54 - Final Words

Episode 125 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Dr. Ravi Sharma, one of India’s top neurosurgeons trained entirely at AIIMS, New Delhi. With over 15 years of experience and 120+ research papers, he has handled some of the toughest brain and spine surgeries with exceptional results. Awarded the Institute Medal by the Prime Minister as AIIMS’ best MBBS graduate, Dr. Sharma now leads at Paras Health, Gurugram, specializing in brain tumors, skull base surgery, Gamma Knife radiosurgery, and complex head injuries.Recording Date: August 4, 2025

This is what we talked about:0:00 - Scrolling Is Destroying Your Sleep01:28 - Vaping Is Making You Dumb05:08 - Dopamine Detox08:34 - New Disorder Discovered09:53 - Awareness Paradox11:50 - Porn Ruining Intimacy14:15 - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy18:47 - How He Topped NEET By Sleeping Well22:18 - Side Effects Of Melatonin23:18 - How To Unlock Super Intelligence28:02 - Can Neuralink Cure Blindness30:12 - What Is Parkinson's Disease33:32 - Humans Becoming Cyborgs35:12 - Do Dreams Have Meaning39:48 - What Is Personality Made Of42:37 - Real Life Aparichit49:48 - Causes Of PTSD54:24 - Trauma Response is Genetic55:55 - Delulu Is 'Not' The Solulu59:05 - The Pink Hippopotamus1:00:58 - Frontal Lobe Depression1:04:12 - Some Fascinating Cases1:08:40 - Most Common Issues1:16:12 - Headaches and Their Types1:17:52 - Migraine and Its Triggers1:23:33 - Left Brain vs. Right Brain Theory1:27:37 - What Does It Mean to Be Brain Dead?1:30:17 - Difference Between Coma and Brain Death1:31:42 - Consciousness and Its Origin1:34:47 - Meditation and Neuroscience1:37:46 - Supplements for the Brain1:40:32 - The Future of Neuroscience in 20 Years

Episode 124 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Maj Gen Ashok Kumar, a distinguished Indian Army veteran and Kargil War hero. He offers invaluable insights on counterinsurgency, India’s Pakistan-China relations, border security, and evolving national defense challenges.Recording Date: June 7, 2025

This is what we talked about: 00:00 - Intro00:58 - How India Won Kargil War08:52 - Why the Ceasefire Was Violated11:39 - Why India Didn't Capture PoK18:30 - Was Pakistan Unprepared?19:55 - Why Indian Army Didn’t Cross the LoC30:07 - Pakistan’s Siachen Blunder35:04 - Inside Pakistan's Military Dictatorship37:24 - 2016 Surgical Strike39:22 - India's Response to Pulwama40:55 - Pakistan-China Alliance46:06 - China's Role in Pahalgam51:18 - Timing of Operation Sindoor56:23 - Were Turkish Drones Aiding Pakistan?1:00:03 - Targeting Pakistan’s Nuclear Sites1:03:18 - Gathering Intel for Operation Sindoor1:14:08 - Inside the War Room1:21:55 - Untold Stories from PoK1:32:54 PoK v/s J&K1:37:59 - Truth About Surveillance in PoK1:39:02 - Questions for Prakhar

Episode 123 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Colonel Ranveer Singh Jamwal, a distinguished Indian Army officer and accomplished mountaineer. With three successful ascents of Mount Everest and completion of the Seven Summits challenge, he has led over 70 expeditions globally. As the Director of the National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (NIMAS), he successfully initiated the Har Shikhar Tiranga mission, which involved raising the national flag atop the highest peaks of all Indian states.Recording Date: June 5, 2025

This is what we talked about:00:00 - Why Kanchenjunga is so deadly04:03 - Dead Bodies in the Himalayas06:14 - Facing Fear in the Mountains09:53 - Tough Decisions on Expeditions14:51 - Dangers of Rafting24:21 - What is NIMAS?27:07 - Adventure Sports & Nature33:05 - Losing a Finger to Frostbite41:57 - Climbing the Seven Summits45:25 - Nepal Earthquake Rescue59:31 - Spiritual Tales of Nanda Devi01:02:41 - Who was Malli Mastan Babu?01:14:32 - Spirituality in the Mountains