Shweta's Talkies

A passage through Haridwar and Dehradun 🚩🏔️This journey began in Haridwar — where faith is not just devotion, but a living rhythm of everyday life. 🔔 Along the ghats, temple bells blended with the sounds of old bazaars, copperware shops, incense smoke, astrology houses, and generations-old rudraksh traders. We spent time with Haridwar’s hereditary genealogical pandas 📜 — guardians of handwritte...

From the prehistoric rock paintings of Lakhudiyar Caves to the sacred forests of Jageshwar Dham, this episode explores the spiritual, historical and human landscapes of Kumaon beyond tourism. Journey through Almora as we visit Kasar Devi Temple, Chitai Golu Devta Temple and the ancient temple clusters of Jageshwar, while also exploring migration, village life and cultural identity in Katarmal Vill...

84 Villages Lost. 34 Years Sober. The Truth About Addiction. Navin Ansal speaks with exceptional honesty about power, privilege, and the quiet erosion of control. An established legacy businessman, once a feudal lord, and a former alcoholic, he had access, influence, and every advantage. Yet addiction found its way in, not as a crisis, but as a slow, almost invisible shift. This is not a story abo...

⭐ What’s Hidden Inside This Rare Money Collection? Rezwan Razack — Joint Chairman of Prestige Group — steps away from building skylines to preserve something far more timeless: history captured in currency. 🏙️📜 From humble beginnings in Bangalore to becoming a city builder, his journey takes an unexpected turn inside his office — home to one of India’s most fascinating private collections of ban...

What if a 300-year-old Goa mansion was designed not just for luxury… but also to defend against robbers? 🤯In the historic village of Loutolim, South Goa, we step inside the stunning Araujo Alvarez heritage mansion, a house that has been standing for nearly three centuries and is now looked after by the sixth generation of the family. But this isn’t just another Indo-Portuguese house tour. Inside...

⭐⛪ In the quiet heritage village of Chandor, far from the crowded pilgrimage routes of Old Goa, stands the legendary Braganza House — a 350-year-old Goa mansion filled with secrets, faith, and history. Inside the Bragança Pereira wing lies something extraordinary — a holy relic attributed to Saint Francis Xavier himself. Not in a cathedral. Not in a museum. But preserved within a private family...

✨ 👑 A long-held dream to film the legendary Menezes Braganza House Goa for Shweta’s Talkies. 🌧️ On a rain-soaked day in Chandor, that dream finally came true. Guided by Rohan Louis de Braganza, a 7th generation descendant, we walk through rooms that once hosted freedom fighters, scholars, and social reformers. 🕰️ 🔔 Subscribe for more untold heritage stories. You’ll see:✨ 18th-century books in...

💵🇮🇳 Welcome to the Rezwan Razack Museum of Indian Paper Money. With an entry fee of only Rs.100, you will witness a gorgeous museum where the story of our nation unfolds not through kings or wars, but through the paper that passed through our hands. This is India’s only museum devoted entirely to the history of its paper money — 250 years of design, protest, empire, independence and art — collect...

Goa isn’t just a holiday postcard — it’s a living kitchen of stories. In this deep dive, we explore Goan cuisine, Goa food culture, and how Goa tourism has been shaped by flavors carried across oceans and preserved by families and heritage institutions. From bebinca baked in convent kitchens to fiery Chicken Cafreal, comforting tuna sandwiches, prawn rissois, neureos, sardines and laddoos, every b...

Goa’s tourism heavyweight Ralph de Sousa — historian, entrepreneur, and Past President of the Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Travel & Tourism Association of Goa, and CII Goa Chapter — joins us for an unmissable deep-dive into the real state of Goa’s economy, culture, labour force, and future tourism strategy. Goa 2026: Paradise Lost or Reborn? In this powerful conversation, Ralph brea...

🇬🇧 Stepping away from London and entering the deep British countryside felt like slipping into another century — three towns, three eras, and a treasure trail of antiques I’ve never seen before. This film documents my historic trail through Petworth, Tetbury, and Arundel — three iconic English towns shaped by royalty, artists, and eccentric collectors. Along the way, I explored legendary antique s...

London 2025: The City That Rewrites Its Own StoryI walked through London in 2025 — a city still split between velvet and concrete, a paradox between heritage and hustle. From Mayfair’s silent elegance to Camden’s rain-soaked rebellion, this London is a living museum of contrasts. This time, I felt a shift — more caution, more control. I found myself avoiding random cabs, sticking to Black Cabs, wa...

You will almost never see him around. A passionate curator and a recluse - Sandeep Katari brings to life India’s rich automotive heritage. As a member of HMCI and FHVI, Sandeep Katari has spent decades restoring vintage cars and classic cars that once defined eras. His journey began with a Morris Minor in the 1980s and has grown into a lifetime dedicated to preserving automotive history. When I vi...

Tuning into the younger lot of collectors - Discover one of the rarest and most iconic off-roaders ever made — the 1977 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40, now in India with the young collector Vikram Malik. This classic SUV is a legend in durability, design, and off-road dominance. This particular Piece under Restoration is an Original 3.0L Toyota B-series Diesel Engine • H41 Heavy-Duty 4-Speed Manual Tran...

Step into the world of automotive royalty with Ranjit Malik — one of India’s most celebrated vintage car collectors, restorers, and curators. From reviving century-old machines to showcasing them at prestigious rallies, his passion for motoring heritage is unmatched. In this episode, you’ll discover: 🚗 1950 Bentley MKVI Convertible — Coachwork by Park Ward, once owned by advertising legend David...

Peeling layers & some Hard myths- Sitting down with Shehzad Poonawalla was like sitting down with a kindred spirit filled with Main of Humor & Side of Sarcasm… which by the way I totally enjoy. His 360° storytelling spans from student activism and legal battles to national politics—the arc of his journey is rich narrative material. In this fearless conversation, national spokesperson Shehz...

Dr. Prashant Mali: India’s Leading Cyber Law Expert on Bitcoin Frauds, Data Theft & Cybercrime Cases | Cyber Law India | Cyber Crime | Bitcoin Fraud India’s most trusted Cyber Law Expert, Advocate (Dr.) Prashant Mali, joins us for an exclusive look into the world of cybercrime, online frauds, and data privacy. From defending high-profile celebrities to busting banking frauds and advising law e...

What drives Tehseen Poonawalla beyond the headlines, heated debates, and panel shows? Note: Offensive comments will be deleted. Intelligent discourse is welcome. Filmed in March 2025, this candid discussion with Tehseen Poonawalla dives into his political beliefs, his hopes for the future of Indian politics, and the real cost of leadership today. From domestic governance to global geopolitics, Teh...

Welcome to Episode 2 of Legends on Wheels – your audio gateway into the soul-stirring world of India’s most iconic vintage cars. This episode takes you on a nostalgic ride through five rare classic cars and the passionate collectors who’ve brought them back to life. From a regal 1928 Rolls-Royce Phantom I to a roaring 1958 Chevrolet, every vehicle is a time machine on wheels—reborn with care, craf...

Reveal – Episode 1: Inside the World of Luxurious Vintage & Classic Cars Step into the golden age of motoring with Reveal , where vintage luxury, classic craftsmanship, and collector passion take center stage. These aren’t just cars—they’re moving pieces of history. In this premiere episode, we dive into four iconic vintage and classic cars, each with a rich legacy and an equally passionate ow...

In Conversation with Dr. Samir Parikh: Understanding Mental Wellness in Everyday Life In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Samir Parikh , Chairman of Mental Health & Behavioral Sciences at Fortis Healthcare, to explore how mental wellness affects all of us—regardless of age, profession, or background. With decades of experience in psychiatry, behavioral science, and mental health adv...

Young Master of Music – Hidayat Khan In this candid and light-hearted episode, we’re joined by acclaimed sitarist and vocalist Hidayat Khan , declared a "Young Master" by Rolling Stone magazine. A globally celebrated artist, he has shared the stage with icons like Alicia Keys, Zakir Hussain, Will. I.AM, and Jay-Z. Hidayat Khan is the son of the legendary Ustad Vilayat Khan , one of the g...

In this thought-provoking episode of Shweta’s Talkies, we sit down with defence and foreign policy expert Abhijit Iyer-Mitra at The Grand, New Delhi, for an insightful conversation titled How India Went from Spices to Superfood . Known for his sharp intellect and cultural commentary, Abhijit shares his unique perspective on Indian food , culinary heritage , and the evolution of traditional cooking...

In this bold conversation, Shazia Ilmi reflects on her political journey from Anna Hazare’s India Against Corruption movement to becoming a national spokesperson for the BJP. She discusses media bias, women’s rights, Muslim identity, and why she believes equality must replace tokenism. A fearless dialogue on politics, faith, and reform—only on Shweta’s Talkies.

I'm sitting down with Chander M. Lall , a leading Senior Advocate specializing in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in New Delhi, India. In this crucial discussion, titled " Global IP Rise: How Creators Are Changing the World ," we dive deep into the world of IP protection. From battling piracy for global film giants and Bollywood superstars to championing India's pharmaceutical...