Chasing Creativity with Kiran Manral

Join us on an enchanting episode of 'Chasing Creativity' as Kiran Manral engages in a heartfelt conversation with the versatile actress Saumya Tandon. From the stage to the silver screen, Saumya shares her insights into the craft of acting, the challenges, and the boundless creativity that fuels her performances. Discover the stories behind the characters, the nuances of expression, and the artist...

Kiran Manral, embarks on a soul-stirring conversation with the exceptionally talented singer, Aashima Mahajan. In this episode of "Chasing Creativity," Kiran delves into the intricacies of Aashima's musical journey, exploring the depths of her inspiration and the unique processes that fuel her creative spirit.

Step into the vibrant world of comic book art as Kiran Manral sits down with the visionary Abhijeet Kini on this episode of 'Chasing Creativity.' Uncover the intricacies of storytelling through illustrations, as Abhijeet shares his journey, techniques, and the boundless imagination that breathes life into his characters. Join the conversation as they explore the fusion of creativity and sequential...

Join Kiran Manral on this episode of 'Chasing Creativity' as she delves into the world of photography with the incredibly talented Ronny Sequeira. Explore the unique perspectives and creative processes that drive Ronny's captivating work behind the lens. Gain insights into the mindset of a photographer, unraveling the stories each frame tells, and discover the intersection of art and imagination i...

In this episode, host Kiran Manral is joined by veteran actor Mr Mukesh Tiwari for a spirited and illuminating chat about the craft of acting for the stage and screens, big and small. Together, they uncover not only his journey into the craft, but also his approach to inhabiting characters in his most well-known roles from China Gate to Golmaal. Follow Bingepods on  Instagram  for more updates. Sh...

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral speaks with Deepali Naair, Group CMO of the CK Birla Group. They discuss the role and importance of creativity in organisations and marketing. Nair shares insights about innovative ideas appealing to consumers, marketing creativity, fostering inclusivity, and coping with failure. She talks about the need for resilience and adaptability in th...

In this enthralling edition of "Chasing Creativity," host Kiran Manral engages in an exhilarating dialogue with the acclaimed best-selling author Neil D'Silva, renowned for his expertise in the realm of horror literature. Plunge into the depths of Neil's imaginative psyche as they delve into his wellsprings of inspiration, the craft of conjuring spine-tingling concepts, and the intricate journey o...

In the latest episode of "Chasing Creativity," your host Kiran Manral engages in an inspiring conversation with the multifaceted  Barnali Ray Shukla. As a Director, writer, and poet, Barnali's creative journey is a captivating exploration of artistry and expression. Tune in to discover the insights she shares about her creative process and gain a sneak peek into her exciting new  feature film, Joo...

In this episode of "Chasing Creativity," host Kiran Manral engages in a captivating conversation with Sunita Wazir, an HR leader at Unilever and a passionate advocate for women's empowerment. Together, they delve into the realms of management and leadership, offering valuable insights into the importance of creativity in the corporate world. Moreover, Sunita shares her profound interest in health...

Join us for an engaging episode of "Chasing Creativity" as Kiran Manral sits down with the prolific writer and blogger, Preeti Shenoy. In this insightful discussion, they delve into the world of creativity and the inspiration behind Preeti's captivating books, including the real-life incident-based gem, "34 Bubblegums and Candies."Discover the intriguing stories behind Preeti's books and how her r...

In this episode, host Kiran Manral chats with acclaimed film and television actor Jimmy Shergill on the release of his latest Netflix series Choona. From his much lauded debut in Gulzar's Maachis, to his turn as a chocolate hero in Aditya Chopra's multi-starrer Mohabbatein, Shergill soon moved towards more unconventional and challenging roles in films like Haasil, Munnabhai MBBS, A Wednesday and m...

In this episode of "Chasing Creativity," Kiran Manral engages in a captivating conversation with the versatile  Koël Purie Rinchet . Join them as they delve into Koel's diverse body of work, which has seen her evolve from an actress to a television presenter, then a producer, and now to a celebrated author. Together, they demystify the art of storytelling, exploring the intricate process of creati...

In the latest episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral is in conversation with Eika Chaturvedi Banerjee, the founder of Eikam Resonance,  an organisation that delves into ancient wisdom to solve contemporary issues. In this engaging dialogue, they explore profound themes such as dharma, karma, bhav, and bhakti, while also delving into modern day relevance of lessons from our sacred texts....

In this episode of "Chasing Creativity," host Kiran Manral chats with Kainaz Karmakar, Chief Creative Officer of Ogilvy India, about her journey into advertising, her mentors, the lessons she's learned about creativity that works for brands, the process of creating ad campaigns, what everyone looking to pursue a career in creative advertising must keep in mind, and why she calls her advertising jo...

In this episode of "Chasing Creativity," host Kiran Manral sits down with Rochelle Potkar, who has embarked on a captivating journey from a corporate career to that of a writer and poet. Tune in to discover Rochelle's unique path, the wellspring of her inspiration for both fiction and poetry, and the challenges she faced on the way. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credits: Pro...

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral gets into the mind of Shweta Kaushik, Founder and Creative head of SKID, the creative brain behind the interiors of some of the most famous and popular restaurants and bars in Mumbai like Bayroute, Tresind, Olive, Hitchki, and many, many more. They discuss her creative process from ideation to execution, what it takes to create a cutting edg...

On this week's episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with the fab duo of Raj and DK, whose latest series Guns & Gulaabs just dropped on Netflix. With a penchant for pushing boundaries, Raj and DK have mastered the art of storytelling that captivates audiences worldwide. They've brought us a range of films that defy traditional categorizations, from the quirky zombie-comedy "Go...

Rewriting myths, telling stories In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with Koral Dasgupta, author and founder of the digital storytelling platform, Tell Me Your Story. They speak about the creative process, retelling mythology, where stories come from and much much more. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credits: Produced by: Taha Shamshuddin  Sound Eng...

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with designer, graphic artist and the founder of Drawater, Mishta Roy on how she got into design, her love for the visual world, how she goes about from brief to concept to design, working with peripheral neuropathy, and her later passion miniature gardens. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credits: Produced by: Taha...

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with music journalist and editor of Rolling Stone India, spoken word poet Nirmika Singh about music, her love for singing and her passion for music and her spoken word series #AurSuno, powerful performative poems that have powerfully redefined the female voice in Hindi poetry. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credit...

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with  Indian poet, art critic, cultural theorist, independent curator and Sahitya Akademi awardee Ranjit Hoskote, about words and art, how they came to him, the importance of art for human beings, the challenges of art curation and why we need to value and respect our pluralistic narratives. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updat...

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with actor and anchor Shruti Seth on her journey in the glamour world, how she tried to overcome being typecast, her love for yoga, and the joy from challenging herself and retraining in a sphere completely different from what she has been doing so far, art based therapy. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credits: Pr...

In this week's episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral speaks with social worker, sculptor, artist Rouble Nagi, about how she creates her art, her work in empowering the underprivileged and women, her inspirations, and much more.  Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credits: Produced by: Jyoti Chaurasia Sound Engineer: Siddharth Adhicary

She's a producer who has made some of the most iconic films and shows in India. Over the years, she has also expanded her sphere of creativity beyond the screen.  In this truly freewheeling conversation with Kiran Manral, Elahe Hiptoola shares her thoughts on creativity, being a filmmaker, offering spaces for creative people and most importantly, being a Hyderabadi!   

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral chats with sexual health educator, influencer and mythologist, Seema Anand on how she reinvented herself during the lockdown and made instagram her medium, and went on to become a phenomenon. She spoke about storytelling and sexuality, being an older person in what is perceived as a younger person's space, of trolling, and much more. Don't m...