The Reel Deal with Aanam C

Dive into a brutally honest, hilarious, and eye-opening conversation with Raunaq Rajani - standup comedian, creator of RelationShit, and one of India’s most viral comedy voices.  In this episode, Raunaq opens up about the creator economy, CPM vs RPM, the reality of social media money, and why same views don’t pay the same. We break down his journey from open mics, viral hits, corporate shows, EIC...

In this episode, Aaliyah Kashyap opens up about the real creator life — the pressure to stay perfect, dealing with judgement, rebuilding confidence, brand expectations, slow growth, anxiety, and what people always get wrong about her online. From aesthetic culture to creator burnout, Aaliyah shares an unfiltered look at what it truly means to grow up on social media and constantly be misunderstood...

What does it really take to run a podcast in 2025? In this bold and brutally honest episode of The Reel Deal, Aanam Chashmawala sits down with Naina Bhan - actor, content creator, and host of Moment of Silence Podcast - to unpack the real cost of podcasting, creator burnout, and the pressure to stay relevant in the influencer economy. From monetization myths to stealth marketing, authenticity fati...

What really goes on behind your favorite beauty and skincare brands? In this episode of The Reel Deal, Stuti Sethi (Plum Goodness) and Aman Mohunta (Aminu Wellness) sit down with Aanam Chashmawala to uncover the truth about beauty marketing, clean beauty myths, influencer culture, and what today’s Indian consumer really wants. From how brands manipulate perception to why honesty doesn’t always sel...

What really happens behind the glamorous world of influencers? In this brutally honest episode of The Reel Deal with Aanam C, influencer managers Prashant Dubey (who manages Jahnvi Tiwari & Gopali Tiwari) and Anisha (Manager of Juhi Godambe) pull back the curtain on India’s booming creator economy — and expose the truth that most creators stay silent about. They talk about: Late brand payments and...

In this honest, funny and insightful conversation, Aditya Naik and Aadya Naik open up to Aanam C. about what it’s really like being creators, managing brand deals, working with family, and finding that perfect balance between love, work and life. In this episode, you’ll hear: The behind-the-scenes of running a creator business: brand collaborations, negotiations, and campaign management Balancing...

Zahra Jani and Simone Khambatta open up in this brutally honest and emotional conversation about what it really means to be a mom creator in India. From nanny shaming, body shaming, and online trolling to brand deals, PR hypocrisy, and being pregnant at 40, this episode dives deep into the unspoken struggles of motherhood in the creator economy. This is a must-watch for influencers, parents, marke...

In this brutally honest episode, Sakshi Shivdasani opens up about being cancelled 25 times, receiving rape threats, and how she turned online hate into creative power. From her MTV Supermodel journey to becoming a top comedy creator and podcaster, Sakshi shares the unfiltered truth about the creator industry, cancel culture in India, and what it’s like to be a female influencer navigating fame, fe...

What is the real truth of influencer marketing, PR deals, and brand campaigns? In this explosive episode of The Reel Deal, Shalini & Alfiya get brutally honest about the hidden struggles of women creators, exploitation in influencer marketing, and the double standards of the Indian PR industry. From underpaid brand deals, unfair treatment, and constant judgment to the pressure of building an image...

In this powerful episode of The Reel Deal with Aanam C, actress Elnaaz Norouzi opens up about her unfiltered journey from Iran and Germany to Bollywood and Hollywood. Best known for her unforgettable performance on Traitors India, Elnaaz reveals the dark side of reality TV, the mental health struggles she faced, and how she turned fear into fan love. What you’ll hear in this episode with Elnaaz No...

Join us for an unfiltered conversation with Leeza Mangaldas — India’s leading sex educator, content creator, and entrepreneur — as we break down the biggest taboos around sex education, women’s pleasure, sexual wellness, and censorship in India. In this explosive episode, Leeza shares why scientifically accurate, judgment-free sex ed is essential, how social media platforms like Instagram and YouT...

Supriya (Supaarwoman) and Gopali Tiwari join The Reel Deal with Aanam C for a raw and unfiltered conversation on the creator economy, influencer culture, money, fame, burnout, and brand deals. In this explosive episode, they discuss the dark truths of content creation, the pressure of social media, and how creators really earn. From cancel culture to toxic brand expectations, Supriya and Gopali ho...

In this episode of The Reel Deal, host Aanam C sits down with Siddharth Aalambayan to trace his incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a well-known name in the industry. Siddharth opens up about the real struggles and turning points that shaped his career — sharing stories that go far beyond the highlight reel. From his early days of uncertainty to finding his path, Siddharth reveal...

Step behind the velvet ropes into the world of India’s luxury events and lifestyle industry with Harshad Chavan (Managing Director, Toast Events) and Pooja Doshi-Sharma (Co-Founder, AER Media & HoneyComb Talents) in conversation with Aanam C. In this exclusive episode, they discuss: - What it takes to run high-profile luxury events in India - The secrets behind celebrity collaborations & billionai...

Step into a raw, unfiltered chat with Scherezade Shroff (Sherry) - one of India’s earliest YouTube creators - and Jahanvi Tiwari, the Gen Z voice shaping today’s creator economy, in conversation with Aanam C. In this episode, they discuss: The evolution of YouTube & Instagram for creators Brand deals, money talk & why influencers often feel undervalued Balancing mental health & online hate while s...

Step inside the world of Juhi Godambe — one of India’s leading fashion influencers and the founder of Arabella, as she sits down with Aanam C for a deep dive into the creator economy, luxury fashion industry, and what it really takes to run a brand while staying relevant on social media. In this candid interview, Juhi shares: - How she went from her first paid fashion project to collaborating with...

Alert! Fashion police on patrol! Get your fashion game a notch above as Aanam gets into conversation with the most followed fashion influencer Riya Jain. Famously known for her blog Caught in a cuff, Riya is your answer to what to where! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...

In today's episode host Aanam chats with a renowned beauty writer, founder of Lavender Room and a trusted source of a wealth of information for beauty enthusiasts. Join us in this episode, Aparna Gupta to talk about beauty trends and more.  Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Instagram: https://www.instagra...

How do you turn your passion for fashion in profession? Tune to get your fashion game on point, as Anaam C gets into a conversation with Shubhika Sharma, entrepreneur and founder of the popular brand Papa Don’t’ Preach Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aanamc/?hl=enPod...

In today's episode of reel deal, Anaam c chats with an astonishing photographer, snazzy model, great influencer and a proud cancer survivor. Meet  Roshini Kumar as we speak about her hassles in the journey.  The following content contains discussions of depression,self-harm and self perception. While every effort has been made to provide factual and helpful information, the information shared in t...

In today's episode host Aanam C talks to Tarot Card reader, an occult science admirer, a phenomenal content creator and the one who predicted her time ahead precisely. Meet Rinky Punjabi as we speak with the stars... and beyond. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aanamc...

As someone who has helped me on my YouTube journey, and the guru of YouTube growth, Mridul Sharma is not just a guest on this show. Join us as we chat about our creator journeys, business and a whole lot more. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aanamc/?hl=enPodcast Inst...

With over 21 years in the communications space and 12 running her own business - Tute Consult - Komal Lath is the OG PR person for creators! Join us as she shares insights, learnings and a whole lot more with Aanam. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aanamc/?hl=enPodcas...

From being the "King of Clubs" to an influencer, Rijj Eapen found his calling on the social scene quite by accident. But he's more than embraced it to build a loyal and committed following. Catch this amazingly insightful episode where he shares his journey and more. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between uploads:Inst...

From doing theatre to TV to films, Delnaz Irani has portrayed some iconic characters through her career. She insists she went with the flow but hard work definitely played an important role. Catch this fascinating conversation and know more about the various facets of Delnaz. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate and review us ★★★★★ :)New episodes every Wednesday! Hang with Aanam in-between upl...