The Prakhar Gupta Xperience

In episode 63 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, we dive deep into the life of Ashu Ghai, as he joins us for an insightful and candid conversation. Ashu opens up about his personal struggles, relationships, fears, and the lessons he's learned along the way. This episode also explores some of the tough realities of student life, like dealing with board exams, substance abuse, breakups, and more.Ashu Ghai is a popular physics educator who has gained a massive following for his unique approach to teaching. Known for combining humor and relatable life lessons with rigorous academic content, he has become a viral sensation among school students, particularly those in grades 6 to 12. Ashu’s classes go beyond standard textbooks; he frequently discusses real-life issues that resonate with teenagers, such as relationships, academic pressures, and personal challenges, making him a relatable mentor for young minds.This is what we talked about:00:00 - Ashu’s School Life17:41 - Funny incidents during live classes20:26 - Role of a teacher in student’s life23:25 - What’s wrong with our Education?29:52 - Crazy school and College Fight Stories39:35 - Relationship with his mother45:09 - Relationship with his friends46:47 - Lessons he learnt from his struggles49:53 - Ashu Ghai’s Biggest Fear58:53 - Board exams1:05:16 - Substance abuse during school life1:14:41 - Breakups and Relationship problems1:22:37 - Ashu’s Question for Prakhar1:30:12 - Monologue

In episode 130 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Ghazal Alagh, co-founder of Mamaearth, Shark Tank India judge, and one of India’s most inspiring entrepreneurs, joins the conversation to share how she built a brand with purpose from the very beginning. She talks about the challenges women entrepreneurs face, the lessons she learned while growing her business, and her journey of carving her own path in the startup world.Recording Date: August 19, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro01:06 - Does Money Bring Satisfaction03:38 - Hard truth about being an Entrepreneur06:21 - “49 Out of 50 Manufacturers Rejected Me”09:15 - Finding Your WHY14:35 - Reality of Skincare Industry17:30 - Solving Skincare for India18:06 - Traits of an Entrepreneur20:57 - Reviving the Artist Within23:42 - How she started Mamaearth27:25 - The Fear of Failure30:33 - Mamaearth’s Bestselling Product34:36 - The Mindset of the Indian Consumer38:57 - How Global Brands Cheated Us40:56 - The Rise of Sunscreen44:38 - AI’s Impact on Business53:50 - Next Big Business Opportunities in India1:03:31 - How to Build a Global Brand1:09:20 - Challenges in Professional Life1:20:01 - Advice for Young Women Entrepreneurs1:29:39 - The Role of her husband1:38:29 - Ghazal’s Artistic Side

In episode 139 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Priyanshi Jain, a forensic expert, joins the conversation to share her insights into the world of forensic science. She talks about the realities behind criminal investigations, the challenges experts face in the field, and her analysis of the Burari case, offering a rare look into the science, psychology, and precision that drive forensic work.Recording Date: September 8, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Inside a Crime Lab01:02 - Can Science Catch Every Killer?04:33 - The Most Bizarre Case Ever12:35 - Is Privacy Even Real?15:19 - What Parts of the Body Leave Prints17:27 - How Fingerprints Trap Killers22:13 - What Dead Bodies Reveal26:20 - The Horrifying Case from Haryana28:04 - Why Are Some Crimes So Hard to Solve?34:32 - Are All Psychopaths Serial Killers?42:27 - The Future of Forensic Science43:20 - Why Some Crimes Fool Everyone55:16 - What Forensics Found in the Burari Case01:04:40 - Mistakes That Expose Killers01:05:50 - Why Experts Struggle in India01:09:52 - Top Movies & Shows on Forensics01:12:29 - Final Question

In episode 138 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Ankur Aggarwal, entrepreneur and real estate investor, joins the conversation to share his inspiring journey. He talks about building a life in Dubai, navigating the ups and downs of the real estate world, and how losing his father at a young age shaped his mindset, resilience, and approach to success and life.Recording Date: September 3, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro00:52 - How he became an Entrepreneur06:14 - What Makes Dubai so Special09:55 - Dubai's Exceptional Leadership10:42 - Innovations In Dubai13:40 - Why Dubai has no crime16:12 - Indian Security Vs Dubai Security21:21 - Life Without A Father26:01 - Problems in the mindset of Indians30:34 - What BNW Actually Does32:18 - Luxury Vs Regular Real Estate37:38 - How BNW Grew To a billion dollar company 41:12 - How BNW Trains Its Agents44:15 - Key Qualities Of A Businessman52:15 - Facing Fear In Life54:55 - Where People Spend The Most In Dubai57:32 - Dubai’s Royal Family 58:43 - Indians in Dubai 1:05:05 - Opportunity In Dubai 1:05:50 - Ras Al-Khaimah - The New Dubai?1:10:09 - Tips For Success1:14:17 - How Money, Fame & Power Actually Feels1:18:48 - Does He Miss India?1:21:24 - BNW’s 5-Year Vision1:22:30 - Question For Prakhar

In episode 137 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Raunaq Sahni, popularly known as Monkey Magic, joins the conversation to share his incredible journeys across India. He talks about traveling from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, unforgettable adventures on the road, and the life-changing Ganga trip, reflecting on the freedom, culture, and experiences that shaped his perspective.Recording Date: September 6, 202500:00 - Intro01:09 - He wanted to Be a Truck Driver02:08 - Kashmir to Kanyakumari Journey Stories08:13 - Stories He’s Never Told Before19:24 - Why Banaras Is Special25:20 - Escaping the Sand Mafia31:10 - His Rule for Life38:01 - How Raunaq Went Viral40:56 - Travel Philosophy Explained46:42 - Delhi to London Drive51:22 - Losing Money in Casino53:29 - Raunaq talks about his Girlfriend 54:20 - Books That Changed Him01:01:39 - His Next Big Adventure01:06:55 - Craziest Adventure of his Life 01:14:20 - Will he join Politics?01:16:04 - Question for Prakhar01:17:31 - Real Meaning of Yatra

In episode 135 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Kuntal Joisher, world-renowned mountaineer and the first vegan to summit Mt. Everest, joins the conversation to share his extraordinary journey of resilience and purpose. He talks about the challenges of climbing the highest peaks, the philosophy that drives him, lessons on discipline and decision-making, and how his lifestyle choices shaped both his adventures and his outlook on life.Recording Date: August 25, 202500:00 - Intro00:56 - Deadliest Earthquake in 100yrs.24:54 - Why he cancelled the expedition?32:58 - Secret He Never Told Before44:30 - I Saw A Huge *******51:36 - His true obsession54:10 - Turning around his life01:03:30 - Panama Mountain Experience01:07:37 - Climbing Everest01:18:24 - Be One With The Mountain01:26:41 - How Mountain changed him?01:29:58 - The Truth About Human Ego01:33:09 - Openness About Nature01:36:16 - Yeti : Myth or Reality?01:54:12 - Prakhar got Scared01:56:51 - He saw The Milky Way02:04:41 - Relationship with his Father

In episode 136 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Jigna Vora, former crime journalist and author, joins the conversation to revisit her experiences covering Mumbai’s underworld. She talks about the city in the 80s, the split between Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Rajan, and her interactions with gangsters and their world. Jigna also opens up about her arrest, life inside jail, and how she rebuilt her life after one of the toughest chapters of her journey.Recording Date: September 1, 202500:00 - Intro01:03 - Dark Side of 80s Mumbai04:58 - Why Actresses loved Gangsters07:18 - Dawood & Chota Rajan split07:36 - Did Dawood Really Save Mumbai?09:52 - Who Defended Dawood?10:25 - Truth about Abu Salem & Anees Ibrahim11:29 - Meeting Gangster for the first time14:22 - Gangster’s girlfriend15:08 - Crimes behind beauty parlours15:55 - How Match Fixing Worked in the 90s17:10 - Inside a Gangster’s Mind17:56 - Media’s Obsession With Gangsters18:40 - Where Are Gangsters Now?20:28 - How Gangs Recruit Members22:15 - Reality of Underworld Today23:47 - Why Jigna went to jail31:49 - Life in Jail37:18 - First shocking jail interaction38:41 - Nigerian Peddler's Story40:40 - How Trauma Pushes People to Crime43:10 - Mental health of Prisoners 46:40 - Why Jail Life Breaks People50:10 - Prisoner-staff relationships50:42 - Fight inside Jail59:39 - How Her Family Got Affected01:04:48 - J Dey family’s reaction01:06:30 - Questions for Prakhar

In episode 134 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vivek Oberoi, acclaimed actor known for films like Company and Saathiya joins the conversation to share his insights on life and cinema. He discusses spirituality and philosophy, the challenges facing OTT platforms, the essence of acting, and how thoughtful decision-making shapes both his personal and professional journey.Recording Date: September 9, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro00:49 - Why Masti Was Embarrassing03:11 - Vivek on Being Versatile04:41 - Audience Expectations05:11 - Meaning of “Neti Neti”05:50 - What Vairagya Really Means07:40 - Discovering Indian Philosophy09:56 - Take on 2003 Controversy13:13 - Asking “Why Me?”15:08 - Life-Changing Realisations20:30 - Facing Injustice22:48 - Trusting God’s Plan24:27 - Oneness with Work26:32 - Banke Bihari Story31:30 - Coping with Loss34:09 - On Sushant Singh Rajput36:23 - Therapy & Yoga37:55 - Bollywood’s Downfall42:41 - Cinema as Experience46:08 - Audience Makes Stars47:13 - Actor vs. Entrepreneur52:44 - Winning Quality55:58 - Strengths & Weaknesses58:49 - AI in Business1:01:52 - India & AI1:07:44 - Endgame Goal1:10:24 - Advice for Prakhar

In episode 133 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Saurabh Jain joins the conversation to share his perspective on investing and personal growth. He talks about the common mistakes people make while investing, why fixed deposits can sometimes be a safer bet, and how to discover your uniqueness in a competitive world. The discussion also explores the role of AI in shaping smarter decisions for the future.Recording Date: September 9, 2025

In episode 132 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vipul Shah, director of The Kerala Story and popular films like Namaste London, joins the conversation to discuss how audiences respond to nepotism in Bollywood, and why Indian movies struggle to win Oscars. He also shares the challenges behind making The Kerala Story and his candid take on working with Akshay Kumar.Recording Date: August 10, 2025In episode 132 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vipul Shah, director of The Kerala Story and popular films like Namaste London, joins the conversation to discuss how audiences respond to nepotism in Bollywood, and why Indian movies struggle to win Oscars. He also shares the challenges behind making The Kerala Story and his candid take on working with Akshay Kumar.Recording Date: August 10, 2025Master the Most Useful Human Skill: https://bit.ly/3Vdu64AListen to this podcast and other episodes of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AyDc7N...#bollywood #movies #nepotism ----------------------------------------------👉🏻ART OF CONVERSATION----------------------------------------------Art of Conversation is a unique program with concepts, strategies, and guidance to help you have meaningful interactions with the people who matter.Get better at talking to people here: https://www.artofconversation.in/--------------------------------------------------------------CHECK OUT THIS PODCAST IN AUDIO--------------------------------------------------------------Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AyDc7ND9Kb29kJx7HG7G9Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-prakhar-gupta-xperience/id1458523731Google Podcast: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAeeKODZE2V1fNqYBkVcS5oH&si=wu7-Gdlk6deEIYTr--------------------------------------------------CHECK US OUT EVERYWHERE--------------------------------------------------👉🏻SOCIALSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprakharguptaxperience/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvr Facebook: https://facebook.com/prakharkepravachan Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AyDc7ND9Kb29kJx7HG7G9-----------------------------------------------------------------------BUSINESS ENQUIRIES & COLLABORATION-----------------------------------------------------------------------For sponsorship, brand collaborations, and more.Email to contact@thepravachan.com-----------------------------------------------------------------------For hiring queries.Email to govind@thepravachan.com--------------------------------------------------OTHER CHANNELS--------------------------------------------------PGX Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClipsPG Plus: https://www.youtube.com/@PrakharGuptaPlus ----------------------------------------------TEAM----------------------------------------------Produced by– Ansh Bhatnagar, Govind VashisthaHost– Prakhar GuptaThis is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro01:04 - Political Awareness Over Time03:42 - Movies’ Influence on Voters06:57 - Do People Like Political Films?08:25 - Good Cinema vs. Successful Cinema17:47 - Untold Truth Behind The Kerala Story25:13 - Why America Loses Every War28:30 - Indian vs. American Cinema31:45 - Making Indian Cinema More Global35:30 - Thoughts on Animal & Kabir Singh41:35 - How Comedy Films Changed46:54 - Making Namaste London & Singh Is Kinng50:28 - Why Akshay Kumar Excels in Comedy58:42 - Nepotism & New Actors01:07:56 - Why Vikrant Massey Isn’t ‘Big’ Yet01:09:35 - Star Directors of India01:10:46 - How Media Targets Directors01:12:25 - Decline of Paid PR01:15:37 - Road to an Oscar01:19:56 - Upcoming Projects01:27:18 - Advice for 20s & 30s

In episode 131 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Onkar Yadav, one of India’s rising stand-up comedians, joins the conversation to share how his roots shaped his comedy. He talks about the realities of child marriage, growing up in Haryana, and how turning personal and social experiences into humor helped him connect with audiences and carve his path in the Indian comedy scene.Recording Date: August 31, 202500:00 - Intro01:36 - Weird Ways People Use ChatGPT03:56 - Onkar on being a Haryanvi Feminist11:06 - Childhood Stories and Haryana Culture13:58 - Onkar's First Marriage18:46 - Onkar's Gambling Addiction23:14 - Parents’ Reaction to Him Getting Married25:04 - Onkar on Being High28:59 - Relationship with his Parents30:46 - First Drinking Experience37:11 - Onkar’s School Stories40:56 - Reddit Crush & Marriage45:26 - Bihar Calls Me Mehmaan Ji51:13 - Second Reddit Crush Story55:30 - JNU Stories56:16 - US Fake Sign Language01:02:27 - Shreya & Onkar’s Trampoline Video01:06:36 - Strong Women & Relationships01:10:11 - Onkar on Therapy01:13:57 - Samay Raina’s Masti01:17:39 - Onkar on Sunil Pal01:23:11 - Arpit Bala is a Genius01:24:57 - Life as a Comedian01:29:01 - His thoughts on Alimony01:31:28 - Onkar on Dating01:39:58 - Laxmi Nagar is another Kota01:43:13 - Vinamre’s Brotherhood Show01:47:37 - Kullu Is Fake01:50:24 - On Getting Married

In episode 129 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Vivek Agnihotri, filmmaker of The Kashmir Files and the upcoming The Bengal Files, joins the conversation to discuss his bold and often controversial takes on culture, politics, and history. He opens up about the philosophy that drives his storytelling, the debates his films have sparked, and the conviction it takes to create cinema that challenges mainstream narratives.Recording Date: August 29, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro01:04 - Are his motives communal?04:41 - Hindu Enslavement07:44 - Who Failed India10:08 - Are we still slaves to the West?15:50 - Disagreement With Shashi Tharoor18:12 - Was Kashmir Files Anti Muslim20:36 - Bengal Files 2 Sequel 30:16 - Gopal Patha : The Real GOAT32:14 - Noakhali Genoc*de36:54 - Will Bengal Divide Again38:25 - Bone Chilling Stories Of Bengal Riots43:50 - Were Gandhi & Nehru Failed Leaders55:23 - Bose Is India's Best Kept Secret1:03:59 - What Happened After Kashmir Files1:11:14 - The Final Solution1:17:34 - Justice Clubs Of Bengal1:19:08 - Question That Vivek Couldn't Answer1:21:09 - Feedback To Prakhar1:21:55 – Final Words

In episode 128 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Nitin Vijay Sir, renowned JEE physics teacher and mentor, shares his journey of building one of India’s leading coaching platforms, his teaching philosophy, and invaluable life lessons on discipline, perseverance, and guiding students through the toughest phases of competitive preparation.This is what we talked about:0:00 - Intro 1:00 - The Invisible Investor 7:23 - The Successful Failure13:30 - NV Sir's Mistake 16:50 - Advice To Parents 23:50 - IIT Changed His Perspective 26:34 - Long Drive With His Sundar Kanya 29:02 - Problems With N.E.P 35:33 - Is A.I Making Us Dumb 42:32 - Urgent Need Of Gurukuls 47:21 - NV Sir's Blueprint 52:25 - Selflessness Of Parents 57:54 - Understanding Your Parents 1:00:17 - Red Flag In NV Sir 1:03:56 - Having A Crush Is Normal 1:09 :17 - Drugs & Pornography Addiction In Kota 1:14:23 - Identification Of Toppers 1:19:40 - How To Become A Topper 1:24:00 - How To Set Your Goals1:26:53 - IIT Is Not The Best 1:29:30 - Relationship With Money 1:34:20 - NV Sir's Dream 1:40:19 - Reading Books V/S Real Life Experience 1:46:07 - Question For Prakhar 1:48:20 - Final Words

Episode 127 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Sahiba Bali, a rising talent in Indian cinema and OTT. Known for Laila Majnu and Bard of Blood, she brings a rare mix of acting depth and creative vision. Beyond the screen, Sahiba has worked in marketing with Zomato and with Cricbuzz on Criclytics, blending storytelling with data and strategy. She also co-hosted Shark Tank India, adding a new dimension to her creative journey.Recording Date: August 20, 2025This is what we talked about:0:00 - Intro0:55 - Why Successful Women Are Hated6:43 - Overachiever Sahiba9:30 - Will Sahiba ever do Bigg Boss?12:45 - Bonding Over Love Island15:18 - Sahiba Learns WWE Is Fake18:27 - Is Prakhar Going To a Reality Show20:07 - Favourite Roadies Season23:43 - Sahiba's Guilty Pleasure25:24 - Shoutout To The Short Kings28:56 - Sahiba Is Attracted To...32:56 - 1 Breakup = 1 Tattoo37:50 - Sahiba's New Boyfriend41:48 - Juvenile Prison Experience43:53 - Sahiba's First Language47:14 - Why Sahiba Hates USA49:59 - Zakir Khan Is Not A Comedian51:25 - Music Is Dead57:54 - Are Travis Scott's Concert Satanic?1:02:18 - Metro Is Love1:08:17 - Struggle Of Not Being Taken Seriously1:09:17 - Suffering From Imposter Syndrome1:22:35 - Listening To Bhajan1:27:43 - Losing Nani and Dadi1:31:30 - Exploring Delhi With Friends1:32:28 - Question For Prakhar1:40:24 - Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana1:42:46 - Final Words

Episode 126 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Munawar Faruqui, one of India’s most acclaimed stand-up comedians, rappers, and reality TV stars. Rising from a challenging childhood in Junagadh, Gujarat, Munawar has won major shows like Lock Upp (2022) and Bigg Boss 17 (2023), captivating millions with his sharp wit, bold humor, and honest storytelling. Beyond comedy, he is known for his resilience, overcoming personal hardships and legal battles, making him a powerful voice of perseverance and creativity in India’s entertainment scene.Recording Date: August 10, 2025This is what we talked about:0:00 - Intro 00:49 - Are Reality Shows Real or Scripted?06:33 - Munawar on What True Love Means10:42 - The Best Therapist He Ever Had12:47 - Childhood Struggles That Shaped Him19:17 - Losing His Mother23:14 - His Biggest Regret in Life24:58 - Facing Loss for the First Time33:40 - What Keeps Munawar Going42:40 - Lessons From His Wife44:21 - How Fatherhood Changed Him45:31 - What’s Next for Munawar?48:40 - Shayaris Straight From the Heart52:42 - His Take on Haters & Trolls54:15 - The Moment That Changed His Life56:54 - Final Words

Episode 125 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Dr. Ravi Sharma, one of India’s top neurosurgeons trained entirely at AIIMS, New Delhi. With over 15 years of experience and 120+ research papers, he has handled some of the toughest brain and spine surgeries with exceptional results. Awarded the Institute Medal by the Prime Minister as AIIMS’ best MBBS graduate, Dr. Sharma now leads at Paras Health, Gurugram, specializing in brain tumors, skull base surgery, Gamma Knife radiosurgery, and complex head injuries.Recording Date: August 4, 2025This is what we talked about:0:00 - Scrolling Is Destroying Your Sleep01:28 - Vaping Is Making You Dumb05:08 - Dopamine Detox08:34 - New Disorder Discovered09:53 - Awareness Paradox11:50 - Porn Ruining Intimacy14:15 - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy18:47 - How He Topped NEET By Sleeping Well22:18 - Side Effects Of Melatonin23:18 - How To Unlock Super Intelligence28:02 - Can Neuralink Cure Blindness30:12 - What Is Parkinson's Disease33:32 - Humans Becoming Cyborgs35:12 - Do Dreams Have Meaning39:48 - What Is Personality Made Of42:37 - Real Life Aparichit49:48 - Causes Of PTSD54:24 - Trauma Response is Genetic55:55 - Delulu Is 'Not' The Solulu59:05 - The Pink Hippopotamus1:00:58 - Frontal Lobe Depression1:04:12 - Some Fascinating Cases1:08:40 - Most Common Issues1:16:12 - Headaches and Their Types1:17:52 - Migraine and Its Triggers1:23:33 - Left Brain vs. Right Brain Theory1:27:37 - What Does It Mean to Be Brain Dead?1:30:17 - Difference Between Coma and Brain Death1:31:42 - Consciousness and Its Origin1:34:47 - Meditation and Neuroscience1:37:46 - Supplements for the Brain1:40:32 - The Future of Neuroscience in 20 Years

Episode 124 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Maj Gen Ashok Kumar, a distinguished Indian Army veteran and Kargil War hero. He offers invaluable insights on counterinsurgency, India’s Pakistan-China relations, border security, and evolving national defense challenges.Recording Date: June 7, 2025This is what we talked about: 00:00 - Intro00:58 - How India Won Kargil War08:52 - Why the Ceasefire Was Violated11:39 - Why India Didn't Capture PoK18:30 - Was Pakistan Unprepared?19:55 - Why Indian Army Didn’t Cross the LoC30:07 - Pakistan’s Siachen Blunder35:04 - Inside Pakistan's Military Dictatorship37:24 - 2016 Surgical Strike39:22 - India's Response to Pulwama40:55 - Pakistan-China Alliance46:06 - China's Role in Pahalgam51:18 - Timing of Operation Sindoor56:23 - Were Turkish Drones Aiding Pakistan?1:00:03 - Targeting Pakistan’s Nuclear Sites1:03:18 - Gathering Intel for Operation Sindoor1:14:08 - Inside the War Room1:21:55 - Untold Stories from PoK1:32:54 PoK v/s J&K1:37:59 - Truth About Surveillance in PoK1:39:02 - Questions for Prakhar

Episode 123 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Colonel Ranveer Singh Jamwal, a distinguished Indian Army officer and accomplished mountaineer. With three successful ascents of Mount Everest and completion of the Seven Summits challenge, he has led over 70 expeditions globally. As the Director of the National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (NIMAS), he successfully initiated the Har Shikhar Tiranga mission, which involved raising the national flag atop the highest peaks of all Indian states.Recording Date: June 5, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Why Kanchenjunga is so deadly04:03 - Dead Bodies in the Himalayas06:14 - Facing Fear in the Mountains09:53 - Tough Decisions on Expeditions14:51 - Dangers of Rafting24:21 - What is NIMAS?27:07 - Adventure Sports & Nature33:05 - Losing a Finger to Frostbite41:57 - Climbing the Seven Summits45:25 - Nepal Earthquake Rescue59:31 - Spiritual Tales of Nanda Devi01:02:41 - Who was Malli Mastan Babu?01:14:32 - Spirituality in the Mountains

Episode 122 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Aakash “Sky” Malhotra, adventure athlete and founder of Wander with Sky. With 2M+ followers, Sky has explored 53 countries and all of India, turning wanderlust into a digital empire. A digital marketing and entrepreneurship expert, he inspires young Indians to embrace transformative travel. Founder of AWRA, an athleisure brand tested in the Himalayas, he shares insights on building location-independent businesses, evolving travel content, and taking calculated risks..Recording Date: July 15, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro00:50 - Story he’s never told anyone03:17 - What happens before the jump07:40 - What happens in mid-air?13:57 - His First skydive experience22:30 - How he broke his back27:07 - Skydiving 187 times34:12 - His near-death experience41:10 - Why Aakash loves adventure sports45:15 - His best skiing experience48:28 - Best skiing destinations55:44 - How he escaped a shootout01:00:14 - Traveling across India01:08:00 - Hidden gems of India01:12:45 - Traveling in India vs. abroad01:15:10 - Experiencing the Northern Lights01:21:00 - What’s next for Akash

Disclaimer: The opinions of the guest speaker are his personal views and not any form of investment advice or recommendation. Please reach out to a professional advisor for any form of advice before investing in any security. The speaker has discussed their personal journey and profession, and this must not be considered as any recommendation or advice to follow the same ideas and principles as the speaker has followed.Episode 121 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Ajinkya Kulkarni, co-founder of Wint Wealth, a fintech platform making investing and financial planning simple for young Indians. With a strong background in finance and technology, Ajinkya is passionate about empowering the next generation of investors to build long-term wealth through smart, accessible investment strategies. He shares insights on the future of fintech, financial literacy, and the importance of starting early with investing. This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro 00:39 - How to Make More Money06:54 - When to Start Investing09:52 - What Financial Freedom Really Means13:28 - How to Organize Your Finances19:14 - Are FDs & Real Estate Worth It?21:54 - Best Investments for 2025–2625:54 - Diff. b/w Equities & Bonds31:04 - How to Invest Your Money Smartly34:30 - Is Gold a Bad Investment37:09 - How Compounding Actually Works42:54 - Spending Habits & Instant Gratification44:14 - Lessons from Rich Dad Poor Dad46:42 - The Psychology of Financial Discipline48:04 - Can Money buy freedom?51:24 - Biggest Money Mistakes55:14 - Spend your Money Wisely59:49 - Best Resources for Financial Wisdom01:03:49 - Books Ajinkya Recommends