Join Kiran Manral on this episode of Chasing Creativity as she converses with Madhureeta Anand, a versatile writer, filmmaker, and founder of the women's safety app 'Phree For Safety'. Madhureeta shares her inspiring journey into filmmaking, the influence of her creative upbringing, and her passion for combining art and activism. Discover her experiences in the film industry, her ventures into documentary making, and her insights into societal issues. Learn about her upcoming projects, including the film 'Yellow Line' and her novel 'Krishna Circus', which features a unique female superhero. This engaging discussion delves into the challenges and triumphs of a multifaceted creator dedicated to making a difference. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:34 Madhureeta Anand's Early Inspirations 02:27 Journey into Filmmaking 04:20 The Rise of Satellite TV 06:58 Documentary Filmmaking and Challenges 10:48 Meeting Werner Herzog 15:17 Creating Personal Stories 19:45 The Drive to Create 20:33 Bombay Dreams and Realities 21:10 The Birth of Kajarya 22:01 The Horrors of Gender Bias 25:42 Kajarya's Global Impact 26:00 Upcoming Project: Yellow Line 28:44 The Creative Process 32:58 Innovating with Phree 36:30 Krishna Circus: A New Venture

Join Kiran Manral on this episode of Chasing Creativity as she sits down with Kulpreet Yadav, a former Commandant of the Indian Coast Guard turned writer, actor, and entrepreneur. Kulpreet shares his fascinating transition from a military career to the uncertain world of creativity, discussing his journey of writing his first book, the challenges he faced, and his eventual success with 15 published books, including the widely acclaimed 'Battle of Rezang La.' He also opens up about his foray into acting, co-founding startups, and his ongoing ventures in historical non-fiction and fiction genres. This inspiring conversation sheds light on the courage it takes to reinvent one's life and passions. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:56 Kulpreet Yadav's Journey from Defense to Writing 03:13 Early Writing Experiences and Challenges 07:44 Transition to Non-Fiction and Research Process 09:39 Battle of Rizangla: A Deep Dive 18:02 Exploring Historical Fiction and Future Projects 22:44 Venturing into Acting 28:46 Entrepreneurial Pursuits and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral sits down with Tarana Marwah, the electronic alternative artist known as Komorebi. Find out Tarana's musical journey from her first concert at age seven to her current projects like performing at Lollapalooza and working on her new album 'The Fall'. Tarana shares her inspirations, the influence of Japanese culture on her work, and her creative processes. They delve into her unique performances, alter-egos, and her foray into producing a #Marathi song for @cokestudioindia . Tune in for an insightful conversation about music, creativity, and the evolving indie music scene in India. 00:00 Introduction 01:42 Getting into Music 02:55 First Steps in Electronica 05:25 Choosing the Name Komorebi 06:20 Creating Personas and Inspirations 10:54 The Fall Album 13:01 Collaborations and Future Projects 21:41 Advice for Aspiring Artists 25:59 Favorite Performances and Upcoming Work 27:37 Conclusion and Best Wishes @KomorebiTV #cokestudio #srushtitawade #music #japanese #anime #manga #comics #music #indie #desi #desimusic

Join Kiran Manral in this episode of #ChasingCreativity as she converses with Sanghmitra Hitaishi. Discover her unconventional path from learning #Bharatanatyam at Kalakshetra to becoming an #actress, writer, and now a #podcaster. Explore Sangamitra's insights on navigating cultural boundaries, the differences between working in India and Europe, and her approach to embodying diverse characters. She delves into the challenges and triumphs of her career and discusses her upcoming podcast, 'The Real Story,' which aims to uncover the human journeys of various #artists. Remember to like, share and subscribe! #sanghamitra 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Sangamitra's Early Life and Dance Journey 06:15 Transition to Acting 12:22 Berlin Film Festival Experience 17:12 Working Across Cultures 21:40 The Impact of Hierarchy on Artistic Collaboration 24:37 Exploring the Character of Miriam 28:52 Choosing Roles and Rejecting Stereotypes 31:30 The Influence of Social Media on Beauty Standards 37:00 The Emotional Toll of Acting 38:23 Acting Techniques and Personal Methodology 40:41 Introducing a New Podcast: The Real Story #dahaad #bapass #bombaybegums #netflix #actor #creativity #movies #netflixseries #acting #bharatnatyam #dancer #dahaad #ott #cinema #films #hindi #actress #indian #actress

In this episode of 'Chasing Creativity', host Kiran Manral meets the versatile actor Rajesh Kumar, popularly known as 'Rosesh' from 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai'. Rajesh talks about his diverse acting career, including his roles in 'Rautu Ka Raaz' and 'Kota Factory', and how he prepared for these roles. He also delves into his shift to farming, discussing the challenges and rewards of sustainable agriculture. Rajesh shares his insights on breaking typecasts, his evolving acting techniques, and his ambitious future projects, including playing Liaqat Ali Khan in 'Freedom at Midnight'. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:47 Discussing Rautu Ka Raaz 03:21 Character Development and Acting Insights 09:40 Breaking the Rosesh Image 13:31 Diverse Roles and Career Evolution 17:35 Preparation and Acting Techniques 25:07 Overcoming Math Fears 25:22 Embracing Farming Roots 25:59 The State of Agriculture in India 27:05 Consumer Awareness and Organic Farming 27:31 Involving the Next Generation 32:46 Challenges in Farming 36:45 Acting Philosophy and Approach 44:19 Desire for Authentic Roles 47:32 Upcoming Projects and Farewell

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral engages in a delightful conversation with her friend and author Meeti Shroff Shah. Meeti shares her intriguing transition from a career in advertising to writing novels, revealing how her subconscious always knew she would become an author by the age of 30. She discusses the valuable lessons from advertising that shaped her writing style, the inspiration behind her first memoir, and her enthrallment with crime fiction, leading to her Temple Hill mystery series. Meethi also delves into her writing process, the challenges of character continuity in a series, and the balancing act between writing and personal life. Lastly, she provides insights into dealing with rejections, managing marketing, and her future literary aspirations.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:19 Journey from Advertising to Writing

01:35 Lessons from Advertising

04:51 First Book and Personal Experiences

06:05 Transition to Fiction and Mystery Writing

11:30 Writing Process and Daily Routine

13:19 Balancing Writing and Marketing

15:49 Challenges of Writing and Research

19:10 Future Projects and Genre Exploration

21:02 Balancing Personal Life and Writing

25:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, Kiran Manral interviews Paula McLynn, who shares her intriguing journey from Vancouver to India. Paula discusses how she transitioned from a filmmaking student to a Marathi Mulgi, co-founding the successful digital entertainment company Bhadipa.

The conversation delves into her experiences in the Indian film industry, the creation of the Marathi YouTube channel, venturing into Marathi stand-up comedy, and tackling themes of cultural assimilation and storytelling. Paula also reflects on her acting roles and future projects, including the prospective teen drama series 'Bambis.'

00:00 Introduction to Paula McLynn's Journey

00:48 Paula's Initial Steps in India

02:38 Founding Baripa and Early Challenges

03:40 Success in Digital Content Creation

04:38 Cultural Adaptation and Storytelling

07:06 The Essence of Local Stories

12:46 Series vs. Films: Creative Approaches

18:16 Exploring Marathi Stand-Up Comedy

27:52 Paula's Acting Journey

33:49 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, we sit down with Tanya and Sujata Biswas, the inspiring sister duo behind the innovative sari brand, Suta.

Discover their journey from small-town engineers to fashion trailblazers who have redefined the traditional sari. Learn about their creative process, childhood inspirations, and the thoughtful approach they bring to designing accessible and stylish saris.

Get insights into their initial struggles, the philosophy behind their designs, and how they have successfully brought the sari back into everyday wear.

Join us as we delve into their mission to revive traditional crafts and make the sari a global fashion staple.

00:00 Introduction to Suta and the Founders

01:00 Childhood Memories and Inspirations

03:15 Revolutionizing the Sari

05:52 Challenges and Breakthroughs

12:16 Design Philosophy and Team Building

23:31 Personal Touch and Social Media

26:26 Creative Photoshoots and Family Involvement

27:42 The Emotional Connection to Clothing

28:17 Shooting Challenges and Creative Solutions

30:20 Interior Design of Unique Stores

30:49 Raksha's Inspiring Journey

33:09 Creative Process and Methodical Planning

35:08 Innovative Experiments and Sustainability

37:55 The Birth of Suta

40:05 Future Innovations and Travel Influences

44:21 Vision for Suta's Future

47:16 Rapid Fire and Closing Thoughts