The street believes struggle makes the founder, so we removed the struggle — twenty-five strangers, a brand and four crores each, ninety days in one house in Alibaug and then sat down to ask the only question that scared us: does a head start make a founder, or unmake one? Nikhil Kamath, Kishore Biyani and Ronnie Screwvala audit the model, the equity split everyone questions, the two philosophies built into this house, and what the three of us will do if twenty brands don't sell. 00:00 Introduction06:18 Is The Foundery a selfish bet?12:29 Why building new beats the capitalist high18:28 How the company-builder model formed24:47 The new consumer categories driving the bets30:41 What happens after Day 9035:13 The equity split everyone questions: 25% vs 75%43:11 Where the ideas come from, and how the gates work50:56 Founder–idea fit and the flaws each founder owns58:05 Why equity beats an endorsement fee1:05:14 What happens if the brands fail1:11:08 What actually drives Nikhil1:17:46 Abundance vs scarcity in one house1:23:54 Social mobility and India's bubbles1:28:54 What the founders are unlearning1:33:09 Twelve months out: what they'd change #NikhilKamathCo-Founder of Zerodha and GruhasHost of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF'<ul><li>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">@nikhilkamathcio on X</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">@nikhilkamathcio on Instagram</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Nikhil Kamath LinkedIn</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Nikhil Kamath Facebook</a></li></ul> The Foundery is a venture builder that forges entrepreneurs into co-founders and builds companies with them from the ground up.<ul><li>Website: <a href="https://www.thefoundery.in/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">The Foundery</a></li><li>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@UCtJssM5FzLXSWIf5VWUmT2w" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.youtube.com/@UCtJssM5FzLXSWIf5VWUmT2w </a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jointhefoundery/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/jointhefoundery/?hl=en</a></li></ul> Kishore Biyani – Founder & CEO of Future Group Ronnie Screwvala – Co-Founder & Chairperson of upGrad, Founder of UTV Group<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronniescrewvala/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Ronnie Screwvala LinkedIn</a></li></ul> Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">WTF is Podcast on Spotify</a> Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">People by WTF Podcast on Spotify</a> Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">WTF Online on Spotify</a> #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

The street believes struggle makes the founder, so we removed the struggle — twenty-five strangers, a brand and four crores each, ninety days in one house in Alibaug and then sat down to ask the only question that scared us: does a head start make a founder, or unmake one? Nikhil Kamath, Kishore Biyani and Ronnie Screwvala audit the model, the equity split everyone questions, the two philosophies built into this house, and what the three of us will do if twenty brands don't sell.00:00 Introduction06:18 Is The Foundery a selfish bet?12:29 Why building new beats the capitalist high18:28 How the company-builder model formed24:47 The new consumer categories driving the bets30:41 What happens after Day 9035:13 The equity split everyone questions: 25% vs 75%43:11 Where the ideas come from, and how the gates work50:56 Founder–idea fit and the flaws each founder owns58:05 Why equity beats an endorsement fee1:05:14 What happens if the brands fail1:11:08 What actually drives Nikhil1:17:46 Abundance vs scarcity in one house1:23:54 Social mobility and India's bubbles1:28:54 What the founders are unlearning1:33:09 Twelve months out: what they'd change#NikhilKamathCo-Founder of Zerodha and GruhasHost of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF'Twitter: @nikhilkamathcio on XInstagram: @nikhilkamathcio on InstagramLinkedIn: Nikhil Kamath LinkedInFacebook: Nikhil Kamath FacebookThe Foundery is a venture builder that forges entrepreneurs into co-founders and builds companies with them from the ground up.Website: The FounderyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCtJssM5FzLXSWIf5VWUmT2w Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jointhefoundery/?hl=enKishore Biyani – Founder & CEO of Future GroupRonnie Screwvala – Co-Founder & Chairperson of upGrad, Founder of UTV GroupLinkedIn: Ronnie Screwvala LinkedInWatch 'WTF is' Podcast on SpotifyWTF is Podcast on SpotifyWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on SpotifyPeople by WTF Podcast on SpotifyWatch 'WTF Online' on SpotifyWTF Online on Spotify#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

WTF is with Nikhil Kamath

Abundance vs Scarcity: We Built 20 Brands With 30 Strangers In 90 Days | The Foundery

So we ran an experiment. We call it The Foundery. Sixty days ago, twenty-five people we'd never met moved into a house in Alibaug — each one handed a new-age consumer brand, four crores, and ninety days to build a real business with us. Not a college, not an accelerator: a place where we become your co-founders and build the company alongside you. In this first conversation, Nikhil Kamath, Kishore Biyani and Ronnie Screwvala get into why we built it, what we're risking, and what happens if none of it works. #nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha and GruhasHost of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast<ul><li>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li><li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio</li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li></ul> The Foundery is a venture builder that forges entrepreneurs into co-founders and builds companies with them from the ground up.<ul><li>Website: <a href="https://www.thefoundery.in/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.thefoundery.in/</a></li></ul> Kishore Biyani – Founder & CEO of Future Group Ronnie Screwvala – Co-Founder & Chairperson of upGrad, Founder of UTV Group<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronniescrewvala/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronniescrewvala/</a></li></ul> Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn</a> Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59</a> Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th</a> #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

So we ran an experiment. We call it The Foundery. Sixty days ago, twenty-five people we'd never met moved into a house in Alibaug — each one handed a new-age consumer brand, four crores, and ninety days to build a real business with us. Not a college, not an accelerator: a place where we become your co-founders and build the company alongside you. In this first conversation, Nikhil Kamath, Kishore Biyani and Ronnie Screwvala get into why we built it, what we're risking, and what happens if none of it works.#nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha and GruhasHost of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' PodcastTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/The Foundery is a venture builder that forges entrepreneurs into co-founders and builds companies with them from the ground up.Website: https://www.thefoundery.in/Kishore Biyani – Founder & CEO of Future GroupRonnie Screwvala – Co-Founder & Chairperson of upGrad, Founder of UTV GroupLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronniescrewvala/Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotifyhttps://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotifyhttps://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotifyhttps://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

We Gave 25 Strangers ₹4 Crore Each To Build 20 New Brands | The Foundery

I got two of the biggest names in Indian pharma into one room, Rajeev Juneja of Mankind and GV Prasad of Dr. Reddy's, who'd somehow never actually met before this, and what came out was part masterclass and part origin story, from why being relentlessly contrarian beat following the herd, to how a college dropout from Meerut turned everything he hated about a medical store into a pharma giant, to why a chemical engineer who says he owes his career to his marriage spent decades chasing one original molecule, and somewhere in between we got into why India makes the world's generics instead of discovering its own drugs, what it really takes in time and money to bring a single drug to market, why GV thinks the AI-will-cure-everything story is overstated, where GLP-1s go next, and the one thing they'd tell a 25-year-old trying to build in pharma. Timestamps:00:00 Introduction04:27 Rajeev Juneja's path from medical-store apprentice to building Mankind10:11 Mankind's contrarian OTC and bottom-up market strategy16:23 G.V. Prasad on science and the Dr. Reddy's lineage23:06 Segmenting the industry and how generic drugs are made29:15 Why drug purity standards are shared but enforcement differs36:40 Why India is the pharmacy of the world by volume, not revenue41:00 How margins are split across the pharma value chain45:17 Whether online pharmacy and consumer brands are real openings53:15 Whether hospital roll-up valuations are justified59:10 Tariffs, Jan Aushadhi and drug price controls1:03:21 How China built a pharma-innovation ecosystem in a decade1:10:02 Long-horizon governance and removing entrepreneurial fear1:15:40 China's incentives, talent and leverage over the US1:22:01 Why the Ayush and wellness market outgrows pharma1:25:05 The evidence, quality and standardisation debate around Ayurveda1:35:13 The sexual-wellness opportunity and the stigma problem1:40:26 The fertility, IVF and egg-freezing opportunity1:43:45 The API narrative debate and how a drug is synthesised1:50:54 Biologics, monoclonal antibodies and vaccines explained1:55:57 Stem cells and peptides, separating therapy from hype2:00:06 The semaglutide story and how GLP-1 works2:05:01 Mankind's ethical-selling philosophy on GLP-12:08:06 Why India leads in small molecules but lags in biologics2:15:07 Where a young founder can enter the GLP-1 wave2:23:38 The yin and yang of innovators and generics2:29:05 Diagnostics, CDMO and the China-plus-one opportunity2:37:18 Applying AI to pharma and the expired-medicine problem2:43:01 Why founders should never copy a set formula2:45:30 Succession, home diagnostics and the microfluidics frontier #nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast <ul><li>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li></ul> Rajeev Juneja-Vice Chairman & Managing Director at Mankind Pharma Ltd<ul><li>LinkedIN- <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-juneja-27882a24b/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-juneja-27882a24b/</a></li></ul> G.V Prasad Reddy-MD & Co-Chairman at Dr. Reddy's<ul><li>Linkedin-<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvprasadster/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvprasadster/</a></li></ul> Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn</a> Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59</a> Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th</a> #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

I got two of the biggest names in Indian pharma into one room, Rajeev Juneja of Mankind and GV Prasad of Dr. Reddy's, who'd somehow never actually met before this, and what came out was part masterclass and part origin story, from why being relentlessly contrarian beat following the herd, to how a college dropout from Meerut turned everything he hated about a medical store into a pharma giant, to why a chemical engineer who says he owes his career to his marriage spent decades chasing one original molecule, and somewhere in between we got into why India makes the world's generics instead of discovering its own drugs, what it really takes in time and money to bring a single drug to market, why GV thinks the AI-will-cure-everything story is overstated, where GLP-1s go next, and the one thing they'd tell a 25-year-old trying to build in pharma.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction04:27 Rajeev Juneja's path from medical-store apprentice to building Mankind10:11 Mankind's contrarian OTC and bottom-up market strategy16:23 G.V. Prasad on science and the Dr. Reddy's lineage23:06 Segmenting the industry and how generic drugs are made29:15 Why drug purity standards are shared but enforcement differs36:40 Why India is the pharmacy of the world by volume, not revenue41:00 How margins are split across the pharma value chain45:17 Whether online pharmacy and consumer brands are real openings53:15 Whether hospital roll-up valuations are justified59:10 Tariffs, Jan Aushadhi and drug price controls1:03:21 How China built a pharma-innovation ecosystem in a decade1:10:02 Long-horizon governance and removing entrepreneurial fear1:15:40 China's incentives, talent and leverage over the US1:22:01 Why the Ayush and wellness market outgrows pharma1:25:05 The evidence, quality and standardisation debate around Ayurveda1:35:13 The sexual-wellness opportunity and the stigma problem1:40:26 The fertility, IVF and egg-freezing opportunity1:43:45 The API narrative debate and how a drug is synthesised1:50:54 Biologics, monoclonal antibodies and vaccines explained1:55:57 Stem cells and peptides, separating therapy from hype2:00:06 The semaglutide story and how GLP-1 works2:05:01 Mankind's ethical-selling philosophy on GLP-12:08:06 Why India leads in small molecules but lags in biologics2:15:07 Where a young founder can enter the GLP-1 wave2:23:38 The yin and yang of innovators and generics2:29:05 Diagnostics, CDMO and the China-plus-one opportunity2:37:18 Applying AI to pharma and the expired-medicine problem2:43:01 Why founders should never copy a set formula2:45:30 Succession, home diagnostics and the microfluidics frontier #nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/Rajeev Juneja-Vice Chairman & Managing Director at Mankind Pharma LtdLinkedIN- https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-juneja-27882a24b/G.V Prasad Reddy-MD & Co-Chairman at Dr. Reddy'sLinkedin-https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvprasadster/Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

Why One New Drug Takes Ten Years To Make | Mankind x Dr. Reddy's | WTF is Pharma?

I always assumed India was becoming the pharmacy of the world, until this conversation made me sit with the sharper truth that we're the generic pharmacy of the world, and from there we got into whether China really killed our API industry or whether Indians still quietly lead it, why a drug like semaglutide turns into a miracle and a problem the second everyone wants it, the side effects nobody wants to talk about, the ethics of running a prescription-driven business, whether the global enthusiasm around Indian hospitals is actually justified, and why fear might be the single biggest thing holding Indian entrepreneurship back. #nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha and GruhasHost of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast<ul><li>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a></li></ul> Rajeev Juneja-Vice Chairman & Managing Director at Mankind Pharma Ltd<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-juneja-27882a24b/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-juneja-27882a24b/</a></li></ul> G.V Prasad Reddy-MD & Co-Chairman at Dr. Reddy's<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvprasadster/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvprasadster/</a></li></ul> Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn</a> Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59</a> Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th</a> #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

I always assumed India was becoming the pharmacy of the world, until this conversation made me sit with the sharper truth that we're the generic pharmacy of the world, and from there we got into whether China really killed our API industry or whether Indians still quietly lead it, why a drug like semaglutide turns into a miracle and a problem the second everyone wants it, the side effects nobody wants to talk about, the ethics of running a prescription-driven business, whether the global enthusiasm around Indian hospitals is actually justified, and why fear might be the single biggest thing holding Indian entrepreneurship back.#nikhilkamath Co-founder of Zerodha and GruhasHost of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' PodcastTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/Rajeev Juneja-Vice Chairman & Managing Director at Mankind Pharma LtdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-juneja-27882a24b/G.V Prasad Reddy-MD & Co-Chairman at Dr. Reddy'sLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvprasadster/Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotifyhttps://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotifyhttps://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotifyhttps://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

Generics, Ozempic & The Fear Holding India Back | WTF is Pharma? | Trailer

Spent a few hours with young bright founders below the age of 25 from the 3rd WTFund cohort. WTFund is a non-dilutive ₹20 lakh grant. From over 3,000 applications, we shortlisted 8 startups. We spoke about what they’re building, but also about doubt, ambition, money, and the uncertainty that comes with starting early. Some clear ideas. Some unfinished thoughts. A conversation that felt more real than structured. <a href="https://www.allthingswtf.com/wtfund" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.allthingswtf.com/wtfund</a> 00:00 - WTFund Bootcamp02:02 - Intro03:20 - Prava - AI-Led Transactions10:22 - Astraeus Innovus - Preventive Cancer Screening18:45 - Turocrates AI - AI-Driven Diagnostics26:35 - AntiMattr - Voice-First Computing32:12 - O3 security - Securing AI Systems39:05 - Bloom Rehab - Tech-Enabled Recovery42:00 - Journey to Building46:22 - Philosophies of life50:31 - Placestation - Automating PCB Assembly55:32 - AEYI : AI-Powered CCTV Monitoring57:50 - Q&A with Nikhil01:04:14 - AI Girlfriend & Dating01:05:35 - Schools of Psychology01:08:26 - Nikhil's Birthday Plans01:09:11 - Golden Hour01:10:10 - Healthcare & Longevity01:12:33 - Trading01:16:32 - Advice for Young Founders  #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, Gruhas Host of ‘WTF is’ & ‘People by WTF’ Podcast<ul><li>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio</a> </li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio</a> </li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio</a> </li></ul> WTFund India’s premiere non-dilutive grant fund for emerging entrepreneurs.<ul><li>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/TheWTFund" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/TheWTFund</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/wtfund" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/wtfund</a> </li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thewtfund" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/thewtfund</a> </li></ul> O3 Security A security platform that stops software supply-chain attacks in real time — whether it’s AI-generated or human-written code to production.<ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/o3_security/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/o3_security/</a> </li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeyi/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeyi/</a> </li></ul> Aeyi Aeyi is a GENAI-powered system that turns normal CCTV cameras into real-time safety and monitoring tools.<ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aeyi_surve/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/aeyi_surve/</a> </li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeyi/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeyi/</a> </li></ul> Antimattr AI-powered earbuds for hands-free audio computing.<ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antimattr.one/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/antimattr.one/</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/antimattr/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/antimattr/about/</a> </li></ul> BloomRehab Rehabilitation robots for neuro and ortho recovery.<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bloomrehab/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/bloomrehab/</a> </li></ul> Astraeus Innovus A ₹100 saliva test that screens for oral cancer in under 5 minutes.<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/astraeus-innovus/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/astraeus-innovus/about/</a> </li></ul> PlaceStation A desktop system that automates PCB assembly for faster, accessible electronics manufacturing.<ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/placestation_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/placestation_/</a> </li></ul> Prava A payments infrastructure layer built specifically for AI shopping assistants and agents.<ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pravapayments/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/pravapayments/</a> </li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/prava-payments/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/prava-payments/</a> </li></ul> Turocrates Improving patient outcomes using a digital and AI-driven operating system for diagnostic labs.<ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/turocrates-ai/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/turocrates-ai/</a> </li></ul> #WTFund

Spent a few hours with young bright founders below the age of 25 from the 3rd WTFund cohort. WTFund is a non-dilutive ₹20 lakh grant. From over 3,000 applications, we shortlisted 8 startups. We spoke about what they’re building, but also about doubt, ambition, money, and the uncertainty that comes with starting early. Some clear ideas. Some unfinished thoughts. A conversation that felt more real than structured.https://www.allthingswtf.com/wtfund00:00 - WTFund Bootcamp02:02 - Intro03:20 - Prava - AI-Led Transactions10:22 - Astraeus Innovus - Preventive Cancer Screening18:45 - Turocrates AI - AI-Driven Diagnostics26:35 - AntiMattr - Voice-First Computing32:12 - O3 security - Securing AI Systems39:05 - Bloom Rehab - Tech-Enabled Recovery42:00 - Journey to Building46:22 - Philosophies of life50:31 - Placestation - Automating PCB Assembly55:32 - AEYI : AI-Powered CCTV Monitoring57:50 - Q&A with Nikhil01:04:14 - AI Girlfriend & Dating01:05:35 - Schools of Psychology01:08:26 - Nikhil's Birthday Plans01:09:11 - Golden Hour01:10:10 - Healthcare & Longevity01:12:33 - Trading01:16:32 - Advice for Young Founders #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, Gruhas Host of ‘WTF is’ & ‘People by WTF’ PodcastTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio WTFund India’s premiere non-dilutive grant fund for emerging entrepreneurs.Twitter: https://x.com/TheWTFundLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/wtfund Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewtfund O3 Security A security platform that stops software supply-chain attacks in real time — whether it’s AI-generated or human-written code to production.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/o3_security/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeyi/ Aeyi Aeyi is a GENAI-powered system that turns normal CCTV cameras into real-time safety and monitoring tools.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aeyi_surve/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeyi/ Antimattr AI-powered earbuds for hands-free audio computing.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antimattr.one/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/antimattr/about/ BloomRehab Rehabilitation robots for neuro and ortho recovery.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bloomrehab/ Astraeus Innovus A ₹100 saliva test that screens for oral cancer in under 5 minutes.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/astraeus-innovus/about/ PlaceStation A desktop system that automates PCB assembly for faster, accessible electronics manufacturing.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/placestation_/ Prava A payments infrastructure layer built specifically for AI shopping assistants and agents.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pravapayments/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prava-payments/ Turocrates Improving patient outcomes using a digital and AI-driven operating system for diagnostic labs.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/turocrates-ai/ #WTFund

We Backed 17 of India's Brightest Young Founders with ₹20L Grants | WTFund Cohort 3

I sat down with His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, the UAE’s youngest minister and the world’s first AI Minister, to unpack how modern governments think about the future and the role younger leaders play in shaping it. A last-minute conversation in Dubai that opened up a thoughtful discussion on youth in politics, leadership, and how AI is beginning to influence the way nations are governed. Big thanks to @IndiaGlobalForum for creating the space for conversations like this, and Manoj Ladwa, a dear friend and a rare connector between India and the rest of the world. People like him, through IGF are helping frame the ideas that will define this decade, and bring them to life 00:00 – Introduction 01:24 – Why AI Changes the Power Balance Between Countries 05:05 – Jobs, Intelligence, & What AI Takes Away From Humans 13:20 – Why This Conversation Happened at IGF 15:42 – Making of a Minister 22:18 – Why does anything matter? 24:42 – Machiavelli 30:23 – Fear or love? How are Leaders Remembered? 33:26 – UAE's Legacy & It's Perpetual Importance 38:04 – How UAE goes about it's diasporic Governance 48:13 – Taxes, Value Exchange, and What Citizens Expect 55:09 – Education, Work, and the Path to Government 1:12:19 – The Phone Call That Made Him AI Minister at 27 1:14:22 – Corruption, Incentives, and Power Structures 1:24:46 – AI & Governance 1:27:55 – Global Neutrality, Building Bridges & Restraint 1:37:49 – Blockchain, Discourse, and Closing Reflections  #NikhilKamath Entrepreneur & Investor Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast<ul><li>X: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app</a> </li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li></ul> #omarsultanalolama : Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications at Government of the UAE <ul><li>Twitter - [<a href="https://x.com/OmarSAlolama" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/OmarSAlolama</a>] </li><li>LinkedIn - [<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae</a>] </li></ul> Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn</a> Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59</a> Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th</a>  #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

I sat down with His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, the UAE’s youngest minister and the world’s first AI Minister, to unpack how modern governments think about the future and the role younger leaders play in shaping it. A last-minute conversation in Dubai that opened up a thoughtful discussion on youth in politics, leadership, and how AI is beginning to influence the way nations are governed. Big thanks to @IndiaGlobalForum for creating the space for conversations like this, and Manoj Ladwa, a dear friend and a rare connector between India and the rest of the world. People like him, through IGF are helping frame the ideas that will define this decade, and bring them to life00:00 – Introduction 01:24 – Why AI Changes the Power Balance Between Countries 05:05 – Jobs, Intelligence, & What AI Takes Away From Humans 13:20 – Why This Conversation Happened at IGF 15:42 – Making of a Minister 22:18 – Why does anything matter? 24:42 – Machiavelli 30:23 – Fear or love? How are Leaders Remembered? 33:26 – UAE's Legacy & It's Perpetual Importance 38:04 – How UAE goes about it's diasporic Governance 48:13 – Taxes, Value Exchange, and What Citizens Expect 55:09 – Education, Work, and the Path to Government 1:12:19 – The Phone Call That Made Him AI Minister at 27 1:14:22 – Corruption, Incentives, and Power Structures 1:24:46 – AI & Governance 1:27:55 – Global Neutrality, Building Bridges & Restraint 1:37:49 – Blockchain, Discourse, and Closing Reflections #NikhilKamath Entrepreneur & Investor Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' PodcastX: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #omarsultanalolama : Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications at Government of the UAE Twitter - [https://x.com/OmarSAlolama] LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae] Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59 Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

Nikhil Kamath ft. H.E Omar Sultan Al Olama | The Case for Youth in Politics | Special Ep

Came for a conversation, Left with a shift in perspective. A solid case to prove that age isn’t the barrier we think it is. A big thank you to <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCWr5ComKejjkcaVmj-Vxofw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> @IndiaGlobalForum </a> for hosting this dialogue. And to Manoj Ladwa, for being the bridge that makes conversations like this happen.  #NikhilKamath Entrepreneur & Investor Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast<ul><li>X: <a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app</a> </li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> </li></ul> #omarsultanalolama : Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications at Government of the UAE<ul><li>Twitter - [<a href="https://x.com/OmarSAlolama%5D(https://x.com/OmarSAlolama)" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/OmarSAlolama](https://x.com/OmarSAlolama)</a> </li><li>LinkedIn - [<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae](https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae)" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae](https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae)</a> </li></ul> <ul><li>Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn</a> </li><li>Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59</a> </li><li>Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th</a> </li></ul> #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

Came for a conversation, Left with a shift in perspective. A solid case to prove that age isn’t the barrier we think it is. A big thank you to  @IndiaGlobalForum  for hosting this dialogue. And to Manoj Ladwa, for being the bridge that makes conversations like this happen. #NikhilKamath Entrepreneur & Investor Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' PodcastX: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #omarsultanalolama : Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications at Government of the UAETwitter - [https://x.com/OmarSAlolama](https://x.com/OmarSAlolama) LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae](https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-sultan-alolama-305b8366/?originalSubdomain=ae) Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59 Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

The Case for Youth in Politics | HE Omar Sultan Al Olama (One of the World's Youngest Ministers)

Three founders leading India’s skincare wave – Bhakti Modi (Tira), Shantanu Deshpande (Bombay Shaving Company), and Diipa Khosla (Inde Wild) join me to share the highs and lows of building beauty and skincare brands and the trends shaping this booming industry. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:39 - Bhakti’s journey & love story05:14 - Diipa’s road to Inde Wild10:34 - Persona’s role in brand building15:07 - How Shantanu started20:48 - Valuations & industry secrets27:30 - Decoding the salon industry34:58 - How Inde Wild made Champi cool again38:01 - Market size & shifting narratives45:14 - Marketing quality & building a community52:41 - Why fragrance is exploding1:00:42 - Community’s role in branding1:08:04 - Cracking the BPC industry1:22:26 - Omnichannel: A must-have?1:27:15 - Tariffs, growth & social selling1:31:00 - Can Indian brands go global?1:34:51 - Cracking influencer marketing1:42:15 - Sampling, distribution & minis1:48:07 - Sustainability: Do founders still care?1:52:54 - What’s the next wave?2:04:39 - How the world perceives India2:09:48 - Tech’s role in customising2:16:10 - Nikhil’s & Diipa’s tattoos2:18:14 - Why founders need grit2:19:47 - Bhakti & Tira’s origin story2:34:10 - Inside Tira: From concept to customer2:38:34 - Do celebrity brands work?2:44:51 - Why Diipa started Inde Wild2:48:25 - Mass, premium, prestige: Which segment is winning?3:05:45 - Quick commerce & Tier 2 markets3:11:11 - Ayurveda: Still a novelty?3:14:43 - The making of Bombay Shaving Company3:21:39 - From idea to product: Manufacturing & patents3:30:14 - Advice to aspiring skincare founders #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: [<a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio%5D(https://www.youtube.com/redirect?even.." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio] (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?even..</a>.) Bhakti Modi - CEO, TiraInstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bhaktim679/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/bhaktim679/.</a>..LinkedIn: / bhakti-modi-98a32293  Diipa Khosla - Founder, Inde WildInstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/diipakhosla." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/diipakhosla.</a>..LinkedIn: <a href="https://in.linkedin.com/in/diipa-khos.." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://in.linkedin.com/in/diipa-khos..</a>..Website: <a href="https://india.indewild.com/?utm_campa." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://india.indewild.com/?utm_campa.</a>.. Shantanu Deshpande - Founder, Bombay Shaving CompanyInstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shantanudes." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/shantanudes.</a>..LinkedIn: / shantanudeshpandebsc

Three founders leading India’s skincare wave – Bhakti Modi (Tira), Shantanu Deshpande (Bombay Shaving Company), and Diipa Khosla (Inde Wild) join me to share the highs and lows of building beauty and skincare brands and the trends shaping this booming industry.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:39 - Bhakti’s journey & love story05:14 - Diipa’s road to Inde Wild10:34 - Persona’s role in brand building15:07 - How Shantanu started20:48 - Valuations & industry secrets27:30 - Decoding the salon industry34:58 - How Inde Wild made Champi cool again38:01 - Market size & shifting narratives45:14 - Marketing quality & building a community52:41 - Why fragrance is exploding1:00:42 - Community’s role in branding1:08:04 - Cracking the BPC industry1:22:26 - Omnichannel: A must-have?1:27:15 - Tariffs, growth & social selling1:31:00 - Can Indian brands go global?1:34:51 - Cracking influencer marketing1:42:15 - Sampling, distribution & minis1:48:07 - Sustainability: Do founders still care?1:52:54 - What’s the next wave?2:04:39 - How the world perceives India2:09:48 - Tech’s role in customising2:16:10 - Nikhil’s & Diipa’s tattoos2:18:14 - Why founders need grit2:19:47 - Bhakti & Tira’s origin story2:34:10 - Inside Tira: From concept to customer2:38:34 - Do celebrity brands work?2:44:51 - Why Diipa started Inde Wild2:48:25 - Mass, premium, prestige: Which segment is winning?3:05:45 - Quick commerce & Tier 2 markets3:11:11 - Ayurveda: Still a novelty?3:14:43 - The making of Bombay Shaving Company3:21:39 - From idea to product: Manufacturing & patents3:30:14 - Advice to aspiring skincare founders#NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: [https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio] (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?even...)Bhakti Modi - CEO, TiraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhaktim679/...LinkedIn: / bhakti-modi-98a32293 Diipa Khosla - Founder, Inde WildInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/diipakhosla...LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/diipa-khos....Website: https://india.indewild.com/?utm_campa...Shantanu Deshpande - Founder, Bombay Shaving CompanyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shantanudes...LinkedIn: / shantanudeshpandebsc  

Tira, Bombay Shaving Co., Inde Wild | WTF is Fueling India's Beauty & Skincare Revolution? | Ep. 25

Bhakti Modi (Tira), Shantanu Deshpande (Bombay Shaving Company), and Diipa Khosla (Inde Wild) joined forces to answer one question: What should 25-year-old Dilip build next? Bhakti ModiCEO, TiraInstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bhaktim679/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/bhaktim679/.</a>..LinkedIn: / bhakti-modi-98a32293  Diipa KhoslaFounder, Inde WildInstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/diipakhosla." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/diipakhosla.</a>..LinkedIn : <a href="https://in.linkedin.com/in/diipa-khos.." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://in.linkedin.com/in/diipa-khos..</a>.. Shantanu DeshpandeFounder, Bombay Shaving CompanyInstagram : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shantanudes." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/shantanudes.</a>..LinkedIn : / shantanudeshpandebsc

Bhakti Modi (Tira), Shantanu Deshpande (Bombay Shaving Company), and Diipa Khosla (Inde Wild) joined forces to answer one question:What should 25-year-old Dilip build next?Bhakti ModiCEO, TiraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhaktim679/...LinkedIn: / bhakti-modi-98a32293 Diipa KhoslaFounder, Inde WildInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/diipakhosla...LinkedIn : https://in.linkedin.com/in/diipa-khos....Shantanu DeshpandeFounder, Bombay Shaving CompanyInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/shantanudes...LinkedIn : / shantanudeshpandebsc 

Inside India's Booming Skincare Industry | Ep. 25 Teaser

In this unfiltered conversation, we discuss bad bets, overhyped markets, and where VCs should actually put their money. I sat down with Deedy Das (Principal, Menlo Ventures), Nikunj Kothari (Partner, FPV Ventures), and Niko Bonatsos (Early-Stage Venture Capitalist) to get their hot takes on industries. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:58 - Deedy’s journey & the Anthropic story05:10 - Nikunj’s background11:32 - Niko’s story13:31 - Sectors to avoid as an investor23:17 - Today’s hottest sectors27:31 - Emerging AI trends38:37 - Declining birth rates + AI’s role48:19 - Abundance & capitalism53:19 - Raising kids in an Instagram world55:39 - No tech: the next big business?1:00:55 - The future of dating apps1:06:52 - Key predictions for the next frontier1:10:14 - Will urbanisation continue?1:13:51 - Longevity & wellness industry1:16:01 - Which sector will boom by 2035?1:25:59 - Rethinking senior living1:32:52 - Content vs. product: what builds a brand?1:43:50 - Individual vs. legacy brands1:47:30 - EVs & mobility: the road ahead1:58:03 - Opportunities in beauty & luxury2:02:17 - Where live events are headed2:06:14 - Climate tech & its impact2:11:49 - Data centers: the best bet?2:15:13 - Vices as an industry2:24:18 - Wrapping it all together2:29:02 - Legal AI: opportunities & challenges2:32:29 - India in the global AI race #NikhilKamath - 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In this unfiltered conversation, we discuss bad bets, overhyped markets, and where VCs should actually put their money. I sat down with Deedy Das (Principal, Menlo Ventures), Nikunj Kothari (Partner, FPV Ventures), and Niko Bonatsos (Early-Stage Venture Capitalist) to get their hot takes on industries.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:58 - Deedy’s journey & the Anthropic story05:10 - Nikunj’s background11:32 - Niko’s story13:31 - Sectors to avoid as an investor23:17 - Today’s hottest sectors27:31 - Emerging AI trends38:37 - Declining birth rates + AI’s role48:19 - Abundance & capitalism53:19 - Raising kids in an Instagram world55:39 - No tech: the next big business?1:00:55 - The future of dating apps1:06:52 - Key predictions for the next frontier1:10:14 - Will urbanisation continue?1:13:51 - Longevity & wellness industry1:16:01 - Which sector will boom by 2035?1:25:59 - Rethinking senior living1:32:52 - Content vs. product: what builds a brand?1:43:50 - Individual vs. legacy brands1:47:30 - EVs & mobility: the road ahead1:58:03 - Opportunities in beauty & luxury2:02:17 - Where live events are headed2:06:14 - Climate tech & its impact2:11:49 - Data centers: the best bet?2:15:13 - Vices as an industry2:24:18 - Wrapping it all together2:29:02 - Legal AI: opportunities & challenges2:32:29 - India in the global AI race#NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: [https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm9WZVh3cHVTX3JEeGptVjlOZ1R3cW5rVkZJUXxBQ3Jtc0tuekFjWnRXME9XUUVLcDNCTk9YcHd5OU1MV1NMamE0cWE1T25meGJ4VWRMa21OY3VYLWM2T05iOUJtYTNWbWRSLW5YUXNzTTRHUUpjOGdZSGJzNEYxMkt2Y2hmWVNUeU51Nk5MRFVieVNtSTJwMkFXZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fnikhilkamathcio&v=wHQiewz8k9g)LinkedIN: [](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGNsNjlxS2NyU3VxOUNIQU1VUmczaWNobmtJd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVmczaDdwdkpMZWlNaVdISk1mQUFfbmhZNVB2al9OU1hwbF9rYTFoMFJGN2FKRnFreXFEaXZhRGttd2xLRHBpQVhIS19XaW5wQTZ3UjB6bm5vazVmdUkwSEdsU0MxS1lXYmJvVnhlekVRczc0RmdTRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fnikhilkamathcio&v=wHQiewz8k9g)https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/#DeedyDas - Principal, Menlo VenturesTwitter: https://x.com/deedydasLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debarghyadas/#NikunjKothari - Partner, FPV VenturesTwitter: https://x.com/nikunjLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikunjk/#NikoBonatsos - Early-Stage Venture CapitalistTwitter: https://x.com/bonatsosLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonatsos/

Inside Silicon Valley's VC Playbook | WTF is Venture Capital? - 2025 Edition | Ep. 24

What industries will die out in the next decade? I sat down with three venture capitalists from Silicon Valley to decode. #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: [<a href="https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio</a>](<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm9WZVh3cHVTX3JEeGptVjlOZ1R3cW5rVkZJUXxBQ3Jtc0tuekFjWnRXME9XUUVLcDNCTk9YcHd5OU1MV1NMamE0cWE1T25meGJ4VWRMa21OY3VYLWM2T05iOUJtYTNWbWRSLW5YUXNzTTRHUUpjOGdZSGJzNEYxMkt2Y2hmWVNUeU51Nk5MRFVieVNtSTJwMkFXZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fnikhilkamathcio&v=wHQiewz8k9g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm9WZVh3cHVTX3JEeGptVjlOZ1R3cW5rVkZJUXxBQ3Jtc0tuekFjWnRXME9XUUVLcDNCTk9YcHd5OU1MV1NMamE0cWE1T25meGJ4VWRMa21OY3VYLWM2T05iOUJtYTNWbWRSLW5YUXNzTTRHUUpjOGdZSGJzNEYxMkt2Y2hmWVNUeU51Nk5MRFVieVNtSTJwMkFXZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fnikhilkamathcio&v=wHQiewz8k9g</a>) LinkedIN: [](<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGNsNjlxS2NyU3VxOUNIQU1VUmczaWNobmtJd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVmczaDdwdkpMZWlNaVdISk1mQUFfbmhZNVB2al9OU1hwbF9rYTFoMFJGN2FKRnFreXFEaXZhRGttd2xLRHBpQVhIS19XaW5wQTZ3UjB6bm5vazVmdUkwSEdsU0MxS1lXYmJvVnhlekVRczc0RmdTRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fnikhilkamathcio&v=wHQiewz8k9g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGNsNjlxS2NyU3VxOUNIQU1VUmczaWNobmtJd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVmczaDdwdkpMZWlNaVdISk1mQUFfbmhZNVB2al9OU1hwbF9rYTFoMFJGN2FKRnFreXFEaXZhRGttd2xLRHBpQVhIS19XaW5wQTZ3UjB6bm5vazVmdUkwSEdsU0MxS1lXYmJvVnhlekVRczc0RmdTRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fnikhilkamathcio&v=wHQiewz8k9g</a>) <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/</a> #DeedyDas - Principal, Menlo VenturesTwitter: <a href="https://x.com/deedydas" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/deedydas</a>LinkedIN: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/debarghyadas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/debarghyadas/</a> #NikunjKothari - Partner, FPV VenturesTwitter: <a href="https://x.com/nikunj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/nikunj</a>LinkedIN: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikunjk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikunjk/</a> #NikoBonatsos - Early-Stage Venture CapitalistTwitter: <a href="https://x.com/bonatsos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://x.com/bonatsos</a>LinkedIN: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonatsos/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonatsos/</a>

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Cracking Silicon Valley's VC Code | WTF is Venture Capital? - 2025 Edition | Ep. 24 Teaser

As someone from Bangalore, I’ve been a bit bothered by how much flak we get, especially about traffic. So I set out to see if the criticism is fair, and what’s actually being done about it.In this episode, I spend the day with two of Bengaluru’s top police officers — B. Dayananda, IPS (Commissioner of Police) and M.N. Anucheth, IPS (Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic) — to understand what’s really happening in the city.We get to know how the police are using AI and other technology to manage traffic more effectively, and what’s the future of urban transport. But this episode isn’t just about traffic. We delve into the reality of being a police officer, how they’re portrayed in movies, and the push-pull between politics and policing. We also discuss the rise in cybercrime and how you can protect yourself online.If you’ve ever complained about traffic, considered joining the force, or just want a closer look at how the system works, this episode is for you.Timestamps:⁠00:00⁠ - Intro & visit to the Office of the Commissioner of Police⁠2:31⁠ - Tracking calls at the Integrated Command & Control Centre⁠5:57⁠ - What police medals & uniforms represent⁠07:07⁠ - Police hierarchy & recruitment exams⁠12:36⁠ - Why is Bengaluru criticised & what’s the future of transport?⁠15:40⁠ - Are traffic fines a deterrent or government revenue?⁠17:41⁠ - How does Bengaluru use AI & data to improve traffic flow?⁠23:13⁠ - How cameras catch traffic violations⁠26:41⁠ - Combating bribery⁠29:35⁠ - Exploring the traffic police museum⁠31:26⁠ - The push-pull between politicians & police⁠33:00⁠ - B. Dayananda’s journey to policing⁠35:28⁠ - Should VIPs be above traffic rules?⁠38:47⁠ - Challenges & rewards of becoming a policeman⁠43:45⁠ - How MN Anucheth decided to enter the force⁠45:41⁠ - The sacrifices of policing & balancing family⁠48:32⁠ - How policemen cope with retirement⁠51:23⁠ - Kannadiga representation in government⁠53:48⁠ - Can policemen transition to politics?⁠55:39⁠ - Skills & talents of a good policeman⁠57:19⁠ - So low budgets force police to accept bribes?⁠58:31⁠ - Is there a solution to Bengaluru’s traffic problem?⁠1:02:22⁠ - What needs to change in India?⁠1:06:57⁠ - Nikhil's focus on building an Indian-first brand ecosystem⁠1:07:56⁠ - How accurately do movies depict police realities?⁠1:10:40⁠ - B. Dayananda’s love for bike rides: redefining the policeman’s image⁠1:14:05⁠ - Bangalore police’s growing social media presence⁠1:15:00⁠ - Advice for youth considering a career in policing⁠1:17:16⁠ - The rise of cybercrimes⁠1:21:35⁠ - Final thoughts: A message to aspiring policemen⁠#NikhilKamath⁠ - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: ⁠https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio⁠LinkedIN: ⁠  / nikhilkamathcio  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠  / nikhilkamathcio  ⁠ Facebook: ⁠  / nikhilkamathcio  ⁠ Bengaluru City PoliceTwitter: ⁠https://x.com/BlrCityPolice⁠ Facebook: ⁠  / blrcitypolice  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠  / blrcitypolice  ⁠ YouTube: ⁠   / @bengalurucitypolice3253  ⁠LinkedIN: ⁠  / blrcitypolice  ⁠Bengaluru Traffic PoliceTwitter: ⁠https://x.com/blrcitytraffic⁠ Facebook: ⁠  / bangaloretrafficpolice  ⁠Instagram: ⁠  / bengalurutrafficpolice  ⁠YouTube: ⁠   / @bengalurutrafficpolice  ⁠LinkedIN: ⁠  / bengalurutrafficpolice  ⁠⁠#wtfiswithnikhilkamath

Nikhil Kamath ft. Police Comm'r & Traffic Police Comm'r of Bengaluru | WTF is Policing? | Special Ep

This episode is a playbook for any curious 20-something in India dreaming of building the next big consumer electronics brand. Whether it’s smartphones, earbuds, AI-powered glasses or health wearables, we dig into what it really takes to break into, and survive, this highly competitive space.I sat down with three brilliant minds in the game who’ve actually done it: Carl Pei (Co-Founder, Nothing), Rahul Sharma (Co-Founder, Micromax), and Amit Khatri (Co-Founder, Noise). We tried to decode the what, how, and WTF of this industry—from regulations and the fairness of trade tariffs, to startup realities and what disruption might look like next. You might just spot the next big idea as they share some untapped opportunities waiting to be built in this sector. Resource Document: https://iridescent-party-a15.notion.site/Consumer-Electronics-Resource-Document-1e1aef3ec3e980f29b86dd9bae34410d Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:12 - How Apple sparked Carl’s love for tech05:05 - The reason for Y Combinator’s success07:28 - Carl’s ‘lazy genius’ approach towards his career15:05 - How Nothing differentiated itself16:36 - US tariff’s impact on China, India & the industry (Note: Since this episode was recorded before recent changes to global trade & tariff policies, some views may not reflect current regulations.)22:10 - Carl’s philosophical views on life24:23 - Rahul’s journey & the roots of his entrepreneurial spirit29:30 - Micromax’s early days: From payphones to GSM innovation38:23 - How traveling to villages led to Micromax’s success50:47 - Competing with China & Micomax’s manufacturing pivot1:00:00 - Apple’s vertical integration strategy: Lessons for companies & governments1:05:00 - Learnings from Rahul’s risk-taking & resilience1:09:00 - Amit’s journey from education to building Noise1:23:34 - Roadmap for 20-somethings entering the electronics industry01:41:47 - Identifying gaps in the commodity market1:48:02 - Disruption in smartphones through design and AI opportunities1:57:40 - Today’s youth vs. yesterday’s corporations2:01:13 - Building India’s supply chain & unlocking its market opportunity2:07:21 - An electronics launchpad for young entrepreneurs2:16:45 - India’s semiconductor push & restarting efforts2:22:26 - Future of TV: One UI for all streaming apps?2:25:41 - Can India build a global ecosystem in electronics?2:35:58 - Health wearables & EdTech opportunities2:42:44 - Advice for 20-somethings who want to break into this industry #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcioLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/#CarlPei - CEO & Co-Founder, NothingTwitter: https://x.com/getpeidLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/getpeid/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getpeid/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getpeid/#RahulSharma - Co-Founder, MicromaxTwitter: https://x.com/rahulsharmaLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-sharma-83038634a/#AmitKhatri - Co-Founder, NoiseTwitter: https://x.com/iamamitkhatriLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamamitkhatri/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsamitkhatri/

This episode is a playbook for any curious 20-something in India dreaming of building the next big consumer electronics brand. Whether it’s smartphones, earbuds, AI-powered glasses or health wearables, we dig into what it really takes to break into, and survive, this highly competitive space.I sat down with three brilliant minds in the game who’ve actually done it: Carl Pei (Co-Founder, Nothing), Rahul Sharma (Co-Founder, Micromax), and Amit Khatri (Co-Founder, Noise). We tried to decode the what, how, and WTF of this industry—from regulations and the fairness of trade tariffs, to startup realities and what disruption might look like next.You might just spot the next big idea as they share some untapped opportunities waiting to be built in this sector.Resource Document: https://iridescent-party-a15.notion.site/Consumer-Electronics-Resource-Document-1e1aef3ec3e980f29b86dd9bae34410dTimestamps:00:00 - Intro01:12 - How Apple sparked Carl’s love for tech05:05 - The reason for Y Combinator’s success07:28 - Carl’s ‘lazy genius’ approach towards his career15:05 - How Nothing differentiated itself16:36 - US tariff’s impact on China, India & the industry (Note: Since this episode was recorded before recent changes to global trade & tariff policies, some views may not reflect current regulations.)22:10 - Carl’s philosophical views on life24:23 - Rahul’s journey & the roots of his entrepreneurial spirit29:30 - Micromax’s early days: From payphones to GSM innovation38:23 - How traveling to villages led to Micromax’s success50:47 - Competing with China & Micomax’s manufacturing pivot1:00:00 - Apple’s vertical integration strategy: Lessons for companies & governments1:05:00 - Learnings from Rahul’s risk-taking & resilience1:09:00 - Amit’s journey from education to building Noise1:23:34 - Roadmap for 20-somethings entering the electronics industry01:41:47 - Identifying gaps in the commodity market1:48:02 - Disruption in smartphones through design and AI opportunities1:57:40 - Today’s youth vs. yesterday’s corporations2:01:13 - Building India’s supply chain & unlocking its market opportunity2:07:21 - An electronics launchpad for young entrepreneurs2:16:45 - India’s semiconductor push & restarting efforts2:22:26 - Future of TV: One UI for all streaming apps?2:25:41 - Can India build a global ecosystem in electronics?2:35:58 - Health wearables & EdTech opportunities2:42:44 - Advice for 20-somethings who want to break into this industry#NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcioLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/#CarlPei - CEO & Co-Founder, NothingTwitter: https://x.com/getpeidLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/getpeid/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getpeid/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getpeid/#RahulSharma - Co-Founder, MicromaxTwitter: https://x.com/rahulsharmaLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-sharma-83038634a/#AmitKhatri - Co-Founder, NoiseTwitter: https://x.com/iamamitkhatriLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamamitkhatri/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsamitkhatri/

Ep #23 | WTF are Consumer Electronics? | Nikhil ft. Carl Pei, Rahul Sharma & Amit Khatri

India has long been a tea-drinking nation, but in recent years, a new wave of craft beverage brands has started reshaping the way the country drinks. Specialty coffee, kombucha, and premium mixers are carving out space in an industry dominated by mass-produced options. While the demand for high-quality, homegrown beverages is growing, breaking into this space isn’t as easy as it looks. Import duties drive up costs, fragmented supply chains make scaling difficult, and price-sensitive consumers often hesitate to pay a premium. Unlike mass-market beverages, where marketing muscle can drive sales, craft brands have to build awareness, educate consumers, and create demand from scratch. In episode #22 of “WTF Is” Podcast, Nikhil Kamath sits down with some of the biggest names in India’s craft beverage industry—Rahul Reddy (Subko), Matt Chitharanjan (Blue Tokai), Aneesh Bhasin (Svami), and Adithya Kidambi (Mossant). They share their journey of navigating regulations, shifting consumer habits, and competing with legacy brands to bring high-quality, locally made beverages to the mainstream. Resource doc: https://www.notion.so/Resource-Craft-Beverages-19d26a5adf3180b68f1adbbbd2eea2f5#NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, True Beacon and GruhasTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcioInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio#MattChitharanjan Co-founder of Blue Tokai LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/mchitharanjan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_chit #AdithyaKidambi Co-founder of Mossant Fermentary LinkedIN - https://in.linkedin.com/in/adithya-kidambi-8866b1269 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kidambiadithya/ #AneeshBhasin Co-founder of Svami Twitter: https://x.com/aneeshb LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aneesh-bhasin-252b661/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aneeshb/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gentlemenlisten/ #RahulReddy Co-founder of Subko Coffee Twitter - https://x.com/rahulreddysc LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulgreddy/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raah_hool Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rahul.gurram.reddy/ Time stamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:48 - Matt’s Intro | Childhood & Family 00:05:13 - Starting Blue Tokai & Career Journey 00:07:29 - Adithya’s Intro 00:14:13 - Building Mossant 00:17:54 - Challenges in the Industry 00:20:05 - How big is Blue Tokai?00:21:39 - Aneesh’s Intro 00:25:36 - Starting Career Path leading to Beverage Industry 00:27:38 - Rahul’s Intro00:39:26 - Building Subko 00:42:40 - How are Subko & Blue Tokai different?00:47:54 - Hacks for a 25 year old to Compete with Subko & Blue Tokai00:50:30 - Cafe Offerings of both Coffee & Food00:58:09 - Waves of Coffee - Shift to Coffee01:04:27 - How Big is the Craft Industry in India01:10:21 - How to Influence the Crowd at a Coffee Shop 01:12:31 - Difference between Good & Bad Coffees 01:18:13 - Difference in Coffee Culture of India and USA 01:24:11 - Opportunities in Tier-2 Cities01:28:59 - Recent Consumption Trends01:33:21 - What’s Kombucha?01:41:28 - Difference of Flavour Palette in India and Abroad01:44:01 - Consumption Patterns in India 01:49:24 - Awareness of Kombucha as a Product01:58:21 - Craft Beverage Taxation Policies02:05:47 - Mossant’s Journey 02:09:27 - East Asian Beverage Markets02:10:12 - Building a Global Indian Beverage Brand 02:19:12 - How to Compete as a New F&B Brand 02:21:57 - Svami’s Journey 02:30:20 - Differentiating as a Tonic & Non-Alcoholic Brand 02:31:59 - Is Quick Commerce Sustainable in India? 02:41:12 - Svami, Mossant vs Schweppes 02:47:32 - Effects of Coffee as a Commodity02:49:13 - Steps to Starting a Cafe 02:58:07 - Learning from Abroad Beverage Markets 03:01:12 - Favourite Coffee Shops, Kombucha Brands, Non-Alcoholic Beverages 03:14:59 - Beverage Industry as an Investor #WTFiswithnikhilkamath

Ep #22 | WTF are Craft Beverages? Nikhil ft. the Founders of Blue Tokai, Subko, Svami, and Mossant

India’s craft beverage industry is on the rise, with brands redefining the way the country drinks. Specialty coffee, kombucha, and premium mixers are no longer just niche products—they’re part of a larger shift toward quality and innovation. As global trends in artisanal drinks take hold, Indian consumers are becoming more curious and willing to experiment. But building a brand in this space comes with unique challenges. In this episode, Nikhil Kamath sits down with Rahul Reddy (Subko), Matt Chitharanjan (Blue Tokai), Aneesh Bhasin (Svami), and Adithya Kidambi (Mossant) to explore the challenges and opportunities in India’s evolving beverage space.From sourcing the best beans to disrupting the beverage industry, they break down the art of brand-building, competition in this industry, and what lies next for craft beverages in India. #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, True Beacon and GruhasTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcioInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio#MattChitharanjan Co-founder of Blue Tokai LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/mchitharanjan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_chit #AdithyaKidambi Co-founder of Mossant Fermentary LinkedIN - https://in.linkedin.com/in/adithya-kidambi-8866b1269 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kidambiadithya/ #AneeshBhasin Co-founder of Svami Twitter: https://x.com/aneeshb LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aneesh-bhasin-252b661/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aneeshb/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gentlemenlisten/ #RahulReddy Co-founder of Subko Coffee Twitter - https://x.com/rahulreddysc LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulgreddy/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raah_hool Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rahul.gurram.reddy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.facebook.com/rahul.gurram.reddy/</a>

India’s craft beverage industry is on the rise, with brands redefining the way the country drinks. Specialty coffee, kombucha, and premium mixers are no longer just niche products—they’re part of a larger shift toward quality and innovation. As global trends in artisanal drinks take hold, Indian consumers are becoming more curious and willing to experiment. But building a brand in this space comes with unique challenges. In this episode, Nikhil Kamath sits down with Rahul Reddy (Subko), Matt Chitharanjan (Blue Tokai), Aneesh Bhasin (Svami), and Adithya Kidambi (Mossant) to explore the challenges and opportunities in India’s evolving beverage space.From sourcing the best beans to disrupting the beverage industry, they break down the art of brand-building, competition in this industry, and what lies next for craft beverages in India. #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha, True Beacon and GruhasTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcioInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio#MattChitharanjan Co-founder of Blue Tokai LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/mchitharanjan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_chit #AdithyaKidambi Co-founder of Mossant Fermentary LinkedIN - https://in.linkedin.com/in/adithya-kidambi-8866b1269 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kidambiadithya/ #AneeshBhasin Co-founder of Svami Twitter: https://x.com/aneeshb LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aneesh-bhasin-252b661/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aneeshb/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gentlemenlisten/ #RahulReddy Co-founder of Subko Coffee Twitter - https://x.com/rahulreddysc LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulgreddy/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raah_hool Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rahul.gurram.reddy/

Nikhil Explores What’s Brewing in the Craft Beverage Industry with Rahul, Matt, Aneesh & Adithya | Ep #22 Trailer

"WTF is" is a podcast series where Nikhil Kamath hosts friends and industry experts and holds casual yet intellectually stimulating conversations. The podcast covers a broad range of topics of particular current relevance, including technology, social media, renewable energy, electric vehicles, philosophy, gaming, psychology and more.

"WTF is" is a podcast series where Nikhil Kamath hosts friends and industry experts and holds casual yet intellectually stimulating conversations. The podcast covers a broad range of topics of particular current relevance, including technology, social media, renewable energy, electric vehicles, philosophy, gaming, psychology and more.

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