In this episode Mohua sits down with Deepa Chauhan — MasterChef finalist, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate of Sindhi cuisine. From entering MasterChef at the age of 52 to redefining food through memory, culture, and emotion, Deepa shares h...

Introduction:Once a child living on the streets of Delhi, to being named in Forbes 30 under 30, photographer Vicky Roy’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, Vicky opens up about running away from h...

In this powerful episode, Dalit Christian poet Aleena opens up about navigating caste discrimination in Christianity, growing up in rural Kerala, and reclaiming identity through poetry and activism.We dive deep into uncomfortable truths:...

Can wisdom be shared in a minute? In this profound and thought-provoking conversation, Prof. Debashis Chatterjee—author, philosopher, and Director of IIM Kozhikode—challenges our conventional notions of time, knowledge, and reality. Drawing fro...

What does it take to leave a stable corporate job and dive into filmmaking, without a studio, budget, or backing? In this compelling episode, Ananyabrata Chakravorty, writer-director of Kaisi Ye Paheli, shares his courageous journey fr...

In this episode, social entrepreneur Jack Sim, founder of the World Toilet Organization, shares how he turned a global taboo into a movement. From starting the Restroom Association of Singapore to launching the first World Toilet Summit in Delh...

In this powerful episode, author, activist, and festival curator Sharif D. Rangnekar joins Mohua Chinappa for a deeply personal and political conversation on queer rights in India. They discuss the slow implementation of the NALSA verdict, the ...

Celebrated actor and activist Kalki Koechlin joins us to share her journey across cultures and art forms—from growing up in Tamil Nadu with French parents to making bold creative choices in theatre, film, and digital media. She opens up about n...

In this enlightening podcast episode, Sonal Giani, a prominent LGBTQIA+ advocate, delves into the complex landscape of queer activism. The discussion opens with the impact of global political backlash, exemplified by figures like Donald Trump, ...

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Dr. Nighat Arif, GP, women’s health expert, and author of The Knowledge: Your Guide to Female Health, takes us on a journey through the often-overlooked landscape of women’s health. With warmth...

In this conversation, Mohua and Trauma counselor Renee Chopping delve into the alarming realities of digital exploitation, particularly focusing on the safety of children in a hypersexualized online environment. They discuss the troubling influ...

In this engaging conversation, Anuradha Gupta, a pioneering woman entrepreneur, shares her journey in the matchmaking industry and the challenges she faced as a woman in business. She discusses the evolution of relationships, the importance of ...

What if the journey of parenting began long before your baby is even born? In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Dr. Sonal Jain Jayaswal takes us through the practice of Garbh Sanskar—a timeless tradition that combines ancient Indian wisdo...

In this warm and reflective episode of The Mohua Show, Dr. Saroj Dubey—gastroenterologist and author of Rx for Resilience—shares the deeply personal journey that led him to write his book. Born from heartbreak and emotional up...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with the multi-faceted Amrutha Dongray—a poet, author, and jewellery designer—who shares the winding path she’s taken to find her voice, both on the page and in life.Amrutha opens up a...

In this episode of The Mohua Show, we celebrate the legacy of one of India’s most iconic textile businesses, Mysore Saree Udyog. In conversation with co-founder Dinesh Talera, we explore the fascinating journey of a family business that has sto...

What makes a nuclear physicist leave science to transform millions of lives? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kalpana Sankar shares her extraordinary journey—from working in cutting-edge research to building Hand in Hand India, an organizatio...

In this engaging conversation, Anuj Radia, a British film journalist and broadcaster, shares his journey in promoting South Asian cinema through his platform, Filme Shilmy. He discusses the evolving trends in Indian cinema, the impact of OTT pl...

In this engaging conversation, Gautam Gupta, co-owner of Asha Gautam and founder of GG by Asha Gautam, shares his journey in the Indian fashion industry, highlighting the evolution of his brand, the importance of reviving traditional crafts, an...

In this engaging conversation, filmmakers Jayant Somalkar and Shefali Bhushan  discuss their debut feature film 'Sthal', exploring its personal roots, the challenges of independent cinema, and the importance of authenticity in storytelling...

Kanika Dewani, founder of Mintree, shares her journey in the beauty and wellness industry and her commitment to sustainability. She emphasizes the importance of creating products that solve problems and provide value to customers. Kanika discus...

In this conversation, Mohua engages with filmmakers Sridhar Rangayan And Saagar Gupta, who are at the forefront of LGBTQ+ storytelling in Indian cinema. They discuss their latest film 'Kuch Sapne Apne', the challenges of queer representation, t...

In this enlightening conversation, Rajyogi Brahmakumar Nikunj shares his unique journey from being an atheist to becoming a spiritual leader within the Brahma Kumaris organization. He discusses the importance of spirituality in today's chaotic ...

In this episode, Dr. Saurabh Mishra, Senior Consultant at Apollo Hospital, shares the inspiration behind his book Incisions and discusses the challenges faced by medical professionals, including violence against doctors and the corpora...

In this heartwarming episode, Bijal Vachharajani, children’s author of planet-friendly books, takes us on a unique journey of all the beloved fairy tales we grew up with, but against a backdrop of climate change. Imagine Snow White without snow...