The Prakhar Gupta Xperience

In episode 135 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Kuntal Joisher, world-renowned mountaineer and the first vegan to summit Mt. Everest, joins the conversation to share his extraordinary journey of resilience and purpose. He talks about the challenges of climbing the highest peaks, the philosophy that drives him, lessons on discipline and decision-making, and how his lifestyle choices shaped both his...

In episode 136 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Jigna Vora, former crime journalist and author, joins the conversation to revisit her experiences covering Mumbai’s underworld. She talks about the city in the 80s, the split between Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Rajan, and her interactions with gangsters and their world. Jigna also opens up about her arrest, life inside jail, and how she rebuilt her life...

In episode 134 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vivek Oberoi, acclaimed actor known for films like Company and Saathiya joins the conversation to share his insights on life and cinema. He discusses spirituality and philosophy, the challenges facing OTT platforms, the essence of acting, and how thoughtful decision-making shapes both his personal and professional journey. Recording Date: September 9,...

In episode 133 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Saurabh Jain joins the conversation to share his perspective on investing and personal growth. He talks about the common mistakes people make while investing, why fixed deposits can sometimes be a safer bet, and how to discover your uniqueness in a competitive world. The discussion also explores the role of AI in shaping smarter decisions for the futu...

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...

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...

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 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 ma...

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...

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 di...

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 resil...

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 Hea...

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 Cease...

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...

Episode 122 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Aakash “Sky” Malhotra, adventure athlete and founder of Wander with Sky. With 2M+ followers, Sky has explored 53 countries and all of India, turning wanderlust into a digital empire. A digital marketing and entrepreneurship expert, he inspires young Indians to embrace transformative travel. Founder of AWRA, an athleisure brand tested in the Himal...

Disclaimer: The opinions of the guest speaker are his personal views and not any form of investment advice or recommendation. Please reach out to a professional advisor for any form of advice before investing in any security. The speaker has discussed their personal journey and profession, and this must not be considered as any recommendation or advice to follow the same ideas and principles as th...

Disclaimer: This conversation with Mr. Ajay Bisaria was recorded on August 6, 2025 and reflects the information available to us at that time. Any developments that occurred after the recording date have not been covered by the guest or the host. Episode 120 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Ajay Bisaria. Ajay Bisaria is a former Indian diplomat who served as High Commissioner to Canada (2020...

Episode 119 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Farhan Akhtar, one of the most versatile talents in Indian cinema. He made his directorial debut with the iconic Dil Chahta Hai and went on to build a successful career as a filmmaker, actor, writer, and singer. From Rock On!! to Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Farhan has consistently pushed creative boundaries and left a lasting impact on Indian storytellin...

Episode 118 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Viswanathan Anand, one of the greatest chess players of all time. He is a five-time World Champion and was the first Grandmaster from India. His journey has inspired millions and helped make chess popular across the country. Known for his calm mind and sharp thinking, Anand has received many top honours, including the Padma Vibhushan. Beyond the...

Episode 117 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features C. Sivasankaran, a fearless visionary entrepreneur who transformed India’s telecom landscape with Aircel and Sterling Cellular. His latest venture AIWO offers preventive healthcare solutions targeting physical, mental and cellular-level rejuvenation. Recording Date: July 14, 2025

Episode 116 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Balaji Srinivasan, a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and author known for his influential ideas on technology, decentralization, and the future of society. Based in Silicon Valley, CA, he’s the former CTO of Coinbase, co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz-backed startups like 21 Inc., and author of The Network State, a groundbreaking book on buildi...

Episode 114 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Akaash Singh, an Indian-American stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster. He’s known for his work on MTV’s Guy Code and Wild ‘N Out, and co-hosts the Flagrant podcast with Andrew Schulz. Recording Date: July 18, 2025 This is what we talked about:00:00 - Virat Kohli's controversy07:28 - Akaash on Andrew Tate 09:48 - His Take on Donald Trump14:...

Episode 113 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Namit Malhotra, Founder of Prime Focus and Global CEO of DNEG - the VFX powerhouse behind global hits like Inception, Interstellar, Dune, Avatar, Oppenheimer, and major Marvel & DC films. Starting Prime Focus from a garage in Mumbai, Namit has gone on to work with top directors like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve. His companies have a...

Episode 112 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features India’s top mental health experts in a round table discussion on depression. Dr. Annie BaxiDr. Annie Baxi is a psychologist and academic with over 7 years of teaching experience. She is currently a visiting faculty member at Ashoka University, where she teaches courses such as Qualitative Research Methods and Psychology of Health and Illness. Her...

Episode 111 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Arjun Vajpai, India’s youngest mountaineer to scale Mt. Everest at the age of 16. Since then, he has climbed some of the world’s most dangerous peaks, including Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Manaslu, and Mt. Makalu, surviving avalanches, extreme altitudes, and multiple near-death experiences. Recording Date: June 3, 2025 This is what we talked about 0:00 - Int...