The Snakes And Ladders Show With Ronita Sengupta

Is being a 'Star Kid' really just an escalator to success? In this episode of The Snakes & Ladders Show, Meghna Ghai Puri reveals the raw, unfiltered reality of working under her father, the legendary Subhash Ghai. While the world saw privilege, Meghna was living a different story. She admits that while her surname opened doors, her father made sure she earned her place from the 'lowest rung'....

In this powerful episode of The Snakes & Ladders Show with Ronita Sengupta, we sit down with Priyanka Chaturvedi, Rajya Sabha MP and Deputy Leader of Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray), to discuss the realities of being a woman in Indian politics. Priyanka opens up about the relentless trolling, gendered hate, and misinformation she has faced—and why she refuses to be silenced. From naviga...

🇮🇳 Operation Sindoor. A Nation Strikes Back. Today, as India responds with strength through Operation Sindoor—a powerful reply to the cowardly Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives—it was heartening to see two women officers confidently briefing the nation. On this day of resilience and resolve, we launch our special episode of The Snakes and Ladders Show featuring Major Prajakta D...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Lakshmi Nadkarni, a trailblazer in HR and corporate leadership, joins host Ronita Sengupta to share her inspiring journey and candidly unpack the systemic biases women face in climbing the corporate ladder. From ageism and qualification bias to the double standards women in leadership often battle—being perceived as either “too aggressive” or “too soft”—Dr. Nadkarni d...

What does it take for a woman to lead in a space dominated by men? In this heartfelt conversation, Priya Dutt shares her journey of stepping into politics, facing challenges head-on, and staying true to her values. Growing up with a visionary father like Sunil Dutt, she learned that leadership isn’t about power—it’s about purpose. Priya gets real about the struggles women face in leadership roles,...

Life isn’t a straight path—it’s full of highs and lows, just like a game of snakes & ladders. In this episode, Ira Khan gets real about her healing journey, what healthy relationships actually look like, and how she deals with anxiety. No filters, no fluff—just honest conversations about the struggles we all face and how to navigate them. If you’ve ever felt stuck, anxious, or unsure about you...

In this eye-opening episode of The Snakes and Ladders Show with Ronita Sengupta, Ritesh Bhatia, India’s leading cybercrime expert, uncovers the latest digital threats targeting women. From cyber slavery to digital grooming, data breaches, and more, discover the hidden dangers lurking online. Learn how to identify and navigate these "digital snakes" and protect yourself in the ever-evolving cyber w...

In this episode of The Snakes and Ladders Show with Ronita Sengupta, we are joined by the incredibly talented Lataa Sabarwal, best known for her iconic role as Rajshree Maheshwari in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. Lataa opens up about her fascinating journey in television and film, sharing the highs, lows, and the "snakes" she had to overcome along the way. She speaks candidly about: Navigating the e...

It's Live! The Snakes and Ladders Show with Ronita Sengupta: Episode 2 - Diwali Special with Nina Lekhi We’re proud to release the 2nd episode of The Snakes and Ladders Show with Ronita Sengupta! This time, we have the inspiring entrepreneur and “firebrand” herself, Nina Lekhi, the founder of Baggit! Join us as she shares her journey, from overcoming the ‘snakes’ of business challenges to reaching...

In this episode, host Ronita Sengupta sits down with Hilde Faber, COO of Canara Robeco, to explore her remarkable ascent in the corporate world. The conversation reveals how Hilde navigated the snakes of adversity and challenges, transforming them into valuable lessons on her journey to success. Each ladder she climbed represents her bold decisions and unwavering determination that led her to the...