Mundhe Banni Podcast

A Mysore boy with no business pedigree built Captain Fresh into a ₹10,000 crore global seafood company in just 7 years. From mafia threats in Bengaluru to bold acquisitions across the US and Europe, Utham Gowda’s story is one of the most audacious founder journeys to come out of Karnataka.In this episode of Mundhe Banni, Utham Gowda shares the complete Captain Fresh journey — from his early life in Mysore and time at NITK Surathkal, to investment banking, discovering the seafood opportunity, building a seafood startup in India, shutting down a ₹900 crore India business when the unit economics failed, and scaling Captain Fresh into a global seafood supply chain company operating across multiple countries. This episode is a deep dive into entrepreneurship, startup scaling, business pivots, acquisition strategy, founder mindset, and building a global company from India.What you’ll learn in this episode:• Why Utham Gowda took a major pay cut to enter the seafood industry• How a 90-day journey across India’s coastline led to the idea for Captain Fresh• What happened when Captain Fresh faced resistance and threats in Bengaluru markets• Why a ₹900 crore India business was shut down despite strong revenue• How Captain Fresh pursued large international acquisitions to scale globally• Utham Gowda’s framework for handling fear, risk, and ambition in entrepreneurship• Why India can build far bigger global companies in sectors like seafood and supply chainChapters:00:00-Trailer: A Mysore Boy Builds a Global Seafood Empire01:46-Why Mundhe Banni Exists02:41-Meet Utham Gowda and the Scale of Captain Fresh09:31-NITK Surathkal, College Politics, and the First Setbacks19:24-The Seafood Opportunity and the Conviction to Start25:00-Captain Fresh Begins and the Russell Market Mafia30:06-₹900 Crore Revenue, Broken Unit Economics, and the India Pivot38:39-The Secret Global Shift That Rebuilt the Company44:01-Flying to Miami: The ₹8,000 Crore Acquisition Hunt59:29-“I Built My Own IPL” — Leadership, Ambition, and Scale01:02:21-The Three Fears That Stop Most Entrepreneurs01:06:18-From ₹10,000 Crore to ₹1 Lakh Crore01:12:18-Kannada Cinema, Rocky Energy, and Personal Philosophy01:19:51-Personal Favourites: Seafood, Kheema, and Mangalorean Cuisine01:22:18-Why Mundhe Banni MattersUtham Gowda is the founder and CEO of Captain Fresh, a global seafood company building across supply chains, sourcing networks, and international markets. According to Captain Fresh’s official profile, he grew up in Mysuru, studied at NITK Surathkal, later completed management studies at S.P. Jain, and worked across consulting, strategy, and finance before entering seafood. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}Mundhe Banni (ಮುಂದೆ ಬನ್ನಿ) is a Kannada entrepreneurship podcast featuring bold founders, startup operators, and business builders from Karnataka and beyond.🎙️ Guest: Utham Gowda — Founder & CEO, Captain Fresh | Author, Money Wise🎤 Hosts: Vasant & Kiran | Mundhe Banni Podcast--------------Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.org/en/patronFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mundhebanni?igsh=MWMwOXQyenNjaWIwaA==https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.orgFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.org/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO--------------#UthamGowda #CaptainFresh #NITKSurathkal #MundheBanni #KannadaPodcast #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #SeafoodBusiness #FounderStory #GlobalStartup #podcast #kannadapodcast #kannadayoutube #youtubekannada #entrepreneurship #startups #startupsuccess #kannadaentrepreneur #karnataka #kannadiga #mysuru #mysore #bengaluru #bangalore #coastal

Deepak Shenoy started his first company in 1998 from Malleshwaram, Bengaluru — with no money and no experience. Seven years later, he fired himself as CEO because the company wasn't growing. He borrowed money from his wife to buy a fridge. Today, he's the founder of Capitalmind, managing over ₹2000 Crore, and the author of Money Wise, one of the most recommended investing books in India.In this episode, Deepak shares his raw, unfiltered entrepreneurial journey, from building an accounting software called Agni Finac, surviving the 2008 Lehman crash in Mumbai, losing all his personal money by going against his own system, to finally building Capitalmind into a SEBI-registered mutual fund house from Bengaluru.He also breaks down practical investing wisdom: why investing should be boring, how to spot red flags in stocks, why most people in the stock market are gambling without realizing it, the 1000-day Marwadi rule for startups, and whether AI can replace financial advisors.Whether you're a first-time investor or a serious entrepreneur — this conversation will change how you think about money.🎙️ Guest: Deepak Shenoy — Founder, Capitalmind | Author, Money Wise🎤 Hosts: Vasant & Kiran | Mundhe Banni Podcast--------------Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.org/en/patronFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mundhebanni?igsh=MWMwOXQyenNjaWIwaA==https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.orgFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.org/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO--------------00:00-Trailer01:56-Mundhe Banni Intro,Why This Podcast Exists05:25-Before Capitalmind,Where It All Started09:07-“I Fired Myself",Founder Reality Check12:20-The Expiry Date Rule for Startups16:02-Moving to Mumbai — The Big Career Bet24:15-Trusting Systems vs Breaking Them Yourself29:37-Lehman Collapse,When Everything Changed34:01-Patriotism vs Business — A Tough Lesson42:34-Why Every Startup Needs an End Date49:39-Naming Capitalmind & Moving to Bengaluru57:00-AI in Finance — Threat or Opportunity?01:05:49-Trading vs Gambling — What’s Really Happening01:16:30-“Investing Should Be Boring” — Why It Works01:16:48-Capitalmind Mutual Funds — Strategy Explained01:25:17-Personal Finance Rapid Fire01:32:55 Stock Market Red Flags You Must Know01:35:53-Nifty 2030 — What Could Happen?01:43:10-Personal Favourites — Life Beyond Work

Moonrider – World’s First Agriculture-Focused, High-Performance, Cost-Effective EV Tractor | Episode 16 | Ft. Anoop Srikantaswamy, Founder & CEO of MoonriderElectric tractors could transform farming in India. In this episode of Mundhe Banni, Moonrider founder Anoop Srikantaswamy explains how EV tractors could replace diesel tractors by drastically reducing operating costs while maintaining the power farmers depend on.After spending more than a decade at Volvo, Anoop decided to tackle one of agriculture’s toughest problems the high cost and maintenance of diesel tractors. His startup Moonrider is building the world’s first agriculture-focused electric tractor designed specifically for farmers. In this conversation, we dive deep into the engineering and business behind building an EV tractor from scratch from a world-first oil-cooled battery system and in-house powertrain design to solving rural charging challenges and testing prototypes directly with farmers.Beyond the technology, we also explore the massive tractor market in India, the realities of building deep-tech hardware startups, raising capital, and the lessons Anoop learned from years in the automotive industry before starting his own company. This episode also raises a bigger question: what does the future of Indian agriculture look like? From farm mechanization and electric vehicles to drones, AI, robotics, and digital marketplaces, could the next wave of innovation reshape rural economies and farming itself?--------------Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.org/en/patronFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mundhebanni?igsh=MWMwOXQyenNjaWIwaA==https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.orgFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.org/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO--------------Moonriderhttps://in.linkedin.com/company/moonrider-ai--------------Listen on Spotify:Get in touch with the guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anoop-srikantaswamy-8034974a/Hosts: Vasant Shettyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shettyvasant/?originalSubdomain=inKiran Kodladyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kiran-kodlady/?originalSubdomain=inProduction:Shishir S UPost Production:The Big Little Teamhttps://www.instagram.com/the_biglittle/--------------Chapters:00:00:00-Trailer The Tractor That Could Replace Diesel00:01:24-Introduction Meet the Founder Building EV Tractors00:04:17-Why EV Tractors The Hidden Opportunity in Agriculture00:10:30-From ₹1 Crore Jobs to Startup Risks00:19:03-EV vs Diesel Can Electric Tractors Match the Price00:30:50-Where Tractors Are Used The EV Charging Problem00:35:37-Building Hardware Startups Advice for Engineers00:41:25-DeepTech Startups The Reality of Raising Funding00:50:07-Why Rajasthan Has the Most Tractors in India00:54:52-Can Farming Become a Sustainable Career01:01:09-Startup Advice and Entrepreneurship Myths01:08:25-Personal Side Interests and Favourite Things01:10:30-Mundhe Banni Story and Final Thoughts#moonrider #chandrayaan3 #chandrayaan #mundhebanni #mundebanni #ev #tractor #mandya #mysuru #mysore #bengaluru #bangalore #kannada #karnataka #kannadapodcast #kannadiga #youtubekannada #kannadayoutube #tractor #tractorvideo #tractorlover #tractors #tractorlovers #tractorlovers #evtractor #agriculture #agri #farming #farmer #farmerslife

From Courier Boy to ₹30 Crore Tea Franchise | Malgudi Amruth Chaha StoryIn this episode of Mundhe Banni Podcast, we feature the inspiring journey of Shivaraj Kumar, founder of Malgudi Amruth Chaha, one of Karnataka’s fastest-growing tea franchise brands. Born near Nyamati in Davangere district and raised in poverty, he worked as a courier boy, newspaper delivery agent, and hotel cook before completing ITI and spending 12 disciplined years at Toyota’s Bengaluru plant, where he learned Japanese process excellence and system-driven quality. During COVID, with no business background and limited capital, he started a small tea outlet with a simple belief that India will always drink tea but instead of just another tea stall, he built a process-oriented, quality-focused tea franchise by sourcing premium chemical-free tea from Darjeeling and Bhutan and implementing strict consistency standards. Today, Malgudi Amruth Chaha operates 78+ outlets across Karnataka, generating ₹30 crore in annual turnover, making it a powerful example of first-generation entrepreneurship, low-investment business success, and a scalable franchise model for aspiring Kannada entrepreneurs looking for realistic business ideas beyond the tech startup world.--------------Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.org/en/patronFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mundhebanni?igsh=MWMwOXQyenNjaWIwaA==https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.orgFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.org/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO--------------Malgudi Franchisehttps://malgudiamruthchaha.com/franchise.html--------------Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kP7GrKabvuxIe0FyL3bsN?si=VMMfR4HLRDyIK54qC82xEwHosts: Vasant Shettyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shettyvasant/?originalSubdomain=inKiran Kodladyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kiran-kodlady/?originalSubdomain=inProduction:Shishir S UPost Production:Shashwath T G--------------Chapters00:00:00 – The Village Boy Who Built a ₹30 Crore Tea Empire ☕🔥00:04:44 – 12 Years at Toyota: The Discipline That Changed My Life 🚗00:08:32 – Why I Chose Tea & The Obsession With Quality That Made Us Different00:14:48 – Why MBA Chaiwala & Chai Sutta Bar Struggled… But Malgudi Won 👀00:16:36 – I Pledged My Last Gold to Start This Business 💔➡️💰00:23:26 – The Birth of Malgudi Amrutha Chaha & The Early-Day Struggles00:30:48 – Shankar Nag, Kannada Pride & Scaling a Franchise Across Karnataka00:39:07 – Inside Our Franchise Model: Quality Control, Systems & Tough Decisions00:50:39 – How to Start a Malgudi Franchise: Investment, Returns & Real Expectations00:56:51 – Starting a Business With Low Capital + Govt Schemes You Must Know 💡01:04:32 – Love for Kannada & Building a Truly Local Brand ❤️01:07:19 – Personal Favorites: Tea, Life & Lessons01:09:31 – Final Thoughts on Mundhe Banni & A Powerful Conclusion 🎙️#kannada #malgudiamruthchaha #entrepreneurship #malgudi #tea #chai #business #entrepreneurship

Jyothirmayee JT (HiveMinds Founder) - Building a ₹1500+Cr Digital Marketing EmpireIn this Mundhe Banni episode, HiveMinds founder Jyothirmayee JT shares her startup journey from a small Karnataka village to running one of India’s top digital agencies. She bootstrapped HiveMinds after her first tech startup failed and left her nearly bankrupt. Working from a Bengaluru apartment (her roots are in rural Ammasandra, Tumkur District), she grew the agency to manage well over ₹1000 crore in digital media budgets per year. HiveMinds has powered campaigns for major brands – from BigBasket and Cleartrip to driving 63,000 in-store visits for Tanishq. In 2017 Jyothi struck a partnership with Madison Media (India’s largest independent media agency, now ranked 4th largest globally), giving her reach to clients worldwide. This episode is packed with hard-hitting marketing and startup insights you won’t learn in school.Key Highlights.Startup to Success: Jyothirmayee’s first startup failed, pushing her to the brink of bankruptcy; she then did marketing side-gigs just to pay her team’s salaries – a decision that ultimately led to founding HiveMinds.Big Brand Campaigns: HiveMinds grew fast by delivering results for brands like BigBasket and Cleartrip. Notably, Jyothi’s team generated 63,000 store walk-ins for jewelry brand Tanishq (with a 667X RoAS).Massive Scale: Today the agency manages huge digital budgets (crossing ₹1,000 Cr in a single year) and has scaled to 400+ employees, all while staying true to its lean, startup roots.Madison Media Partnership: In 2017 Madison Media took a controlling stake in HiveMinds, creating a joint venture. Madison Media (part of Madison World) is India’s top homegrown media agency and was recently ranked the world’s 4th largest independent media network.No-BS Marketing Wisdom: Jyothirmayee emphasizes that “marketing is no longer about the stuff you make, but the stories you tell” – success comes from deep customer understanding, not formal degrees. (In her view, an MBA in Marketing is largely obsolete today.)Masterclass for Founders: If you’re a startup founder or marketer, expect brutal truth bombs on growth hacking, media planning, and building a business from zero – insights you won’t get in any business school.--------------Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.com/en/patronFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mundhebanni?igsh=MWMwOXQyenNjaWIwaA==Mundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO--------------Get in touch with the guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyothirmayee/--------------Chapters:00:00:00 – Introduction & Episode Overview00:04:16 – How HiveMinds Works & Why Water Heater Markets Differ in Bengaluru vs. Mumbai00:16:06 – Growing Up in Ammasandra: Small-Town Roots of a Marketing Mindset00:20:19 – Common Mistakes in Kannada Copywriting & the Importance of Regional Languages00:29:29 – First Entrepreneurial Venture: Lessons Learned from Bankruptcy00:41:14 – The Challenges of Being a Solo Founder & Why Teamwork Matters00:48:04 – Key Advice for Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs00:54:39 – How HiveMinds Was Acquired: The Buyout Story01:04:07 – Busting Common Myths in Digital Marketing01:13:20 – Market Segmentation & Why Daily Observations Are Crucial for Marketers01:16:18 – Can AI Handle Marketing on Its Own?01:24:48 – Do’s and Don’ts for Aspiring Angel Investors: Pre-Funding Tips from Jyothirmayee01:29:57 – Future Opportunities in Digital Marketing01:34:54 – Is an MBA in Marketing Really Necessary?01:37:44 – Personal Favorites & Recommendations01:39:22 – About “Mundhe Banni” & Conclusion

Why do so many startups fail in India even with good ideas? Is freelancing safer than joining a startup? And what happens to software engineers when AI becomes faster than humans?🎧 Listen till the end — this one doesn’t offer comfort, only clarity.Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.com/en/patronMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxOGet in touch with the guest:https://www.instagram.com/thevarunmayya?igsh=cTF0eDF5cGVsYjhjHosts: Vasant ShettyKiran KodladyProduction:Shishir S UPost Production:The Big Little Teamhttps://www.instagram.com/the_biglittle?igsh=MWR2MWMwdXgzcGh4dw==Special Thanks to:  @VarunMayya  & Aeos GroupChapters:00:00:00-00:01:29-Trailer00:01:30-00:02:08-Mundhe Banni Intro00:02:09-00:02:13-Disclaimer00:02:14-00:03:36-Guest Introduction00:03:37-00:08:29-The Kind of Childhood That Quietly Shapes Your Risk00:08:30-00:16:56-I Made Money Early. I Didn’t Understand Life Yet.00:16:57-00:20:55-A Startup I Truly Believed In… And Why It Still Failed00:20:56-00:26:10-That Uncomfortable Realisation Every Founder Eventually Has00:26:11-00:27:54-When 100,000 Followers Suddenly Felt Meaningless00:27:55-00:29:24-Community Feels Powerful — Until You Try to Sustain It00:29:25-00:32:10-The Small Pivot That Changed the Trajectory Completely00:32:11-00:36:48-The Exit Story Nobody Describes Honestly00:36:49-00:40:54-Why “Best Product” Is a Comforting Myth00:40:55-00:44:57-An Industry Everyone Ignored… Until It Started Printing Money00:44:58-00:48:35-Building Growth by Solving Pain, Not Chasing Vision00:48:36-00:52:44-The AI Bet I Was Actively Told Not to Take00:52:45-00:57:11-What AI Can Replicate — And What It Never Will00:57:12-00:58:24-Why Upendra Keeps Entering This Conversation00:58:25-01:09:36-A Childhood Obsession That Refused to Let Go01:09:37-01:12:22-The Attention Shift Most Creators Never Notice01:12:23-01:14:15-Tools Are Overrated. Leverage Isn’t.01:14:16-01:15:24-Seeing the Game From the Inside Changes Everything01:15:25-01:35:49-Why the Future of Jobs Is About to Get Uncomfortable01:35:50-02:01:49-The Opportunity India Is Quietly Sleeping Through02:01:50-02:04:20-What Actually Matters When Everything Is UnstableCredits:This video is made for entertainment and educational purposes only.All the images, video clips, and background music used in this video belong to their respective owners. We do not claim any ownership over the content used in this video.The list of copyrighted content used in this video, along with the original owner names and respective YouTube channel credits, is mentioned below in the description.Farzi : Amazon primeKatthegalu saar katthegalu : SGV Dhurandhar : Netflix Paisa : Pokhrel khushalKingdome : adithya musicSapta sagaradaache ello : Paramvah Music Bahubali the Epic : Lahari music A the Movie : SGV DigitalUppigintha ruchi bere illa : Aakash AudioThis video is made under Fair Use as described in Section 52 of the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, which allows limited use of copyrighted material for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research.Copyright Disclaimer under Section 52 of the Indian Copyright Act, 1957: Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.If you are the copyright owner of any content used in this video and believe that it has been used improperly, please contact us before taking any legal action. We will immediately remove or edit the content as requested.📧 Contact for removal / credit:Contact@mundhebanni.com

Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.com/en/patronSilicon Beach Program: https://www.siliconbeachprogram.com/enSilicon Beach Homecoming: https://homecoming.siliconbeachprogram.com/Follow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxOGet in touch with the guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohithbhat/Hosts: Vasant Shettyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shettyvasant/?originalSubdomain=inKiran Kodladyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kiran-kodlady/?originalSubdomain=inProduction:Shishir S UPost Production:Shashwath T GChapters:00:00:00-00:01:36-Trailer00:01:37-00:01:52-Mundhe Banni Intro00:01:53-00:01:56-Disclaimer00:01:57-00:03:07-Rohith Bhat Introduction00:03:08-00:08:42-Initial Journey & Japan-The Big Inspiration00:08:43-00:13:08-Inception of Robosoft, Freelancing & Bombay00:13:09-00:29:52-Growth Story of Robosoft & Partnership with Apple00:29:53-00:45:59-Robosoft Came to India & The App Revolution00:46:00-00:50:52-We Built a Big Glass Building to beat attrition and enhance perception00:50:53-00:59:24-800+ Crore Exit Story of Robosoft

Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.com/en/patronVisit NICE Org: www.niceorg.inFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxOGet in touch with the guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjayanandaram/?originalSubdomain=inHosts: Vasant Shetty https://www.linkedin.com/in/shettyvasant/?originalSubdomain=inKiran Kodladyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kiran-kodlady/?originalSubdomain=inProduction:Shishir S UPost Production:The Big Little TeamChapters00:00:00-00:01:28-Trailer00:01:29-00:01:45-Mundhe Banni Intro00:01:46-00:01:54-Disclaimer00:01:55-00:04:09-Guest Intro00:04:10-00:09:48-Why are there such less Kannadigas in Entreprenuership?00:09:49-00:15:38-Childhood in Kolkata, Initial Journey & Setbacks00:15:39-00:24:18-Employment at Wipro, IIM & Headings Operations in Africa00:24:19-00:36:18-"Neta"-The First Entreprenuerial Stint & Acquisition Journey00:36:19-40:33-Why we started the 'Jump Startup' Magazine00:40:34-00:48:40-The Story of Starting one of the very first VC Funds from India00:48:41-00:58:38-When you should become an entreprenuer00:58:39-01:06:03-Which startups you backed failed, and which succeeded?01:06:04-01:13:00-What is Cultural Entreprenuership & the story of NICE Org01:13:01-01:21:25-How a Channapattana Toy Can enter New York Market & how NICE helps Cultural Entrepreneurs01:21:26-01:28:49-Which Karnataka Product is capable to go global & Branding lessons01:28:50-01:37:28-Personal Philosophies & Favourites01:37:29-01:39:16-Conclusion#mundhebanni #mundhebannipodcast #kannadapodcast #podcast #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #podcast #kannadayoutube #youtubekannada #motivation #culture #kannadaentrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #business #businessgrowth #kannada #kannadiga #karnataka #startup #businessnews #kannadacontentcreator #kannadacontent #kannada

Get an exclusive 20% off on Wellbi products only for Mundhe Banni podcast viewers.Use this link to avail: https://wellbi.in/?discount=MUNDHEBANNISupport Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.com/en/patronToday, JAR reaches 12,000+ pin codes, serves 40+ million users, and powers nearly 4 million transactions daily. Strikingly, almost 90% of these users are saving money for the first time.In this episode of Mundhe Banni, we speak with Nishchay AG (@agNishchay), Founder of JAR, a company that redefined saving in India by enabling digital gold purchases starting at just ₹10.From his childhood in Hassan to the Bounce years and a pivotal realization during Covid, Nishchay shares how seeing financially stable people struggle day-to-day challenged the belief that saving requires large lump sums.We explore how JAR was built from scratch a hustle-driven early go-to-market with 1,000+ student interns, a product designed for real India, and availability across 12 Indian languages. This episode offers powerful lessons for anyone building beyond metros.A calm, thoughtful conversation rooted in grit, clarity, and long-term impact.Follow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxOListen to the podcast on Spotify:Get in touch with the guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishchay-ag-904b325/?originalSubdomain=inVisit:https://www.myjar.app/Hosts: Vasant Shettyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shettyvasant/?originalSubdomain=inKiran Kodladyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kiran-kodlady/?originalSubdomain=inProduction:Shishir S UPost Production:Shashwath T G Chapters:00:00-01:27-Trailer01:28-01:42-Mundhe Banni Intro01:43-01:49-Disclaimer01:50-03:46 Guest Intro03:47-13:00-Inception of Jar & what it's trying to solve13:00-19:34-Is Digital Gold Safe? The Process of saving using Jar App19:35-30:12-What was your Go to Market Strategy?30:13-32:13-First Principles for Consumer Product32:13-35:33-Bounce Journey & Vivekananda Hallekere (CEO of Bounce)35:34-38:08-My Co-Founder is 10 years younger to me & yet we are highly compatible38:09-40:45-Co-Founder Requisites40:46-47:02-How did you manage to get a funding of 60 million47:03-49:50-When should one go for funding49:51-53:04-What're your future plans?53:05-56:36-Top 3 Lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs56:37-57:55-Favourite Kannada Movie Stars57:56-59:53-Thoughts on Mundhe Banni & Conclusion#mundhebanni #mundhebannipodcast #kannadapodcast #podcast #jar #savings #womenentrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #podcast #kannadayoutube #youtubekannada #motivation #contentcreation #contentcreator #content #kannadaentrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #business #businessgrowth #kannada #kannadiga #karnataka #startup #businessnews #kannadacontentcreator #kannadacontent #mysore #pr #mysuru #journalist #publicity #kannada

In this episode, we sit down with N. Ravishankar, Founder of Aim High Consulting, one of India’s most respected PR firms that has worked with 500+ companies across 200 categories, including 18 unicorns such as Flipkart, Swiggy, and Ola.Ravi brings together three rare worlds in one conversation — a founder who built and scaled a category-defining firm, an author and columnist deeply rooted in Kannada literature, and a keen observer of India’s startup ecosystem with a ringside view spanning two decades.We trace his journey from Mysuru to building a national PR powerhouse, including early-stage memories of Flipkart’s Koramangala office, long before it became a billion-dollar company. The conversation moves beyond success stories into real founder playbooks — navigating early uncertainty, making pivots, go-to-market thinking, choosing the right co-founder, and growing with the ecosystem instead of against it.What sets this episode apart is Ravi’s calm, reflective storytelling, beautifully interwoven with Kaggas by DVG, adding a depth rarely seen in startup conversations.This isn’t just a story of building a company — it’s a story of shaping an ecosystem while growing within it.

From learning that “no job is too small” at The Oberoi Group to building companies from scratch, Vineet Patil’s journey is a lesson in smart, resourceful entrepreneurship.In this episode, discover how he:Built and exited a UK gaming startupScaled Laundro Kart to 140 outlets using idle hotel laundry unitsFounded VoizWorks, empowering Tier 2 & 3 Indians with remote telecalling jobsA sharp story of spotting opportunities, bouncing back after setbacks, and creating real impact in India’s gig economy.Visit: https://www.voizworks.com/ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ:ಮುಂದೆ ಬನ್ನಿ‌ ಎಂಟನೆಯ ಸಂಚಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿನೀತ್ ಪಾಟೀಲ್.ಒಬೆರಾಯ್ ಹೋಟೆಲ್‌ ಅಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಲಸಕ್ಕೆ ಸೇರಿದ ಹುಡುಗ ಅಲ್ಲಿ ಕಲಿತಿದ್ದು ಉದ್ಯಮದ ಪಾಠ. ಮುಂದೆ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲೇ‌ ಅತ್ಯಂತ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಲಾಂಡ್ರಿ ಚೇನ್ ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸಿ, ಈಗ ಭಾರತಾದ್ಯಂತ ಹೆಣ್ಣುಮಕ್ಕಳಿಗೆ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲೇ ಕೂತು ಆನ್ ಲೈನ್ ಕಾಲ್‌ಸೆಂಟರ್ ಕೆಲಸ ಕೊಡಿಸುವ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್ ಅಪ್‌ ಮಾಡುವವರೆಗೆ ಅವರ ಉದ್ಯಮದ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ ಸಾಕಷ್ಟು ಕುತೂಹಲ‌ ಮತ್ತು ಕಲಿಕೆಯಿಂದ ಕೂಡಿದೆ.Support Mundhe Banni: https://mundhebanni.com/kn/patronFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterJoin Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO?mode=wwtListen to the podcast on Spotify:Listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts:Listen to the podcast on Amazon Music:RSS Feed:Get in touch with the guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vineetpatil/

🎉 Exclusive Offer for Mundhe Banni Community!Use coupon code "MBPOD" and enjoy a special discount on your purchase of Cuzor Lab Products.Not just 10% — it’s a full 20% off for all Mundhe Banni users!Use coupon code MBPOD on https://gancharger.cuzorlabs.com/Episode 7: Ft. Sachin Naik, Founder & CEO Cuzor Labsಗದಗ ಜಿಲ್ಲೆ ರೋಣ ತಾಲೂಕಿನ ಹೊಳೆಆಲೂರಿನ, ಕನ್ನಡ ಮಾಧ್ಯಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಿದ ಹುಡುಗನೊಬ್ಬ ಚೀನಾದ ಚೀಪ್ ಚಾರ್ಜರ್, ಮಿನಿ ಯುಪಿಎಸ್ ಗಳಿಗೆ ಸೆಡ್ಡು ಹೊಡೆದು, ಭಾರತದಿಂದ ಜಗತ್ತಿಗೆ ಮಾರುವಂತಹ ಅದ್ಭುತವಾದ ಉತ್ಪನ್ನ ಮತ್ತು ಕಂಪನಿ ಕಟ್ಟಿ ತೋರಿಸಿದ ಸಾಹಸದ ಕತೆ ಇದು. ಅಮೇಜಾನ್ ಇಂಡಿಯಾದಲ್ಲಿ ಎಲ್ಲ ಅಗ್ಗದ ಚೈನೀಸ್ ಚಾರ್ಜರ್ ಮತ್ತು ಮಿನಿ ಯುಪಿಎಸ್ ಬ್ರಾಂಡ್‍ಗಳನ್ನು ಹಿಂದಿಕ್ಕಿ, ಅತೀ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ರೇಟಿಂಗ್ ಮತ್ತು ರೀವಿವ್ಸ್ ಪಡೆದು ಗೆದ್ದಿರುವ ಕುಝರ್ ಲ್ಯಾಬ್ಸ್ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯ ಸ್ಥಾಪಕರಾದ ಸಚಿನ್ ನಾಯಕ್ ಅವರು ಮುಂದೆ ಬನ್ನಿ ಪಾಡ್ಕಾಸ್ಟಿನಲ್ಲಿ...In an era where everyone is talking about AI, one man from Dharwad chose a different path — hardware.Meet Sachin D N, founder of Cuzor Labs, who decided to take on the challenge of building world-class Made in India products when the market was flooded with cheap Chinese imports. Starting with something as simple yet essential as a mini UPS for Wi-Fi routers, he went on to create one of the most reviewed and highest-rated tech brands on Amazon India.In this episode, we dive deep into his journey — from near-failures to incredible success — and explore his philosophy of relentless focus on quality, innovation, and customer trust.🎧 Watch the full episode now and get inspired by one of India’s boldest hardware entrepreneurs.

When COVID hit and wiped out her organic dairy business, Shwetha Rajashekar didn’t stop she turned adversity into opportunity. Using the milk from her farm, she built India Sweet House, now one of Karnataka’s fastest-growing food retail brands with 50+ outlets across the state and plans for an IPO soon.Meanwhile, Sowmya H S, a Mysuru-based entrepreneur, took a single bite of Mysore Pak that changed her life forever. That spark led to The World of Mysore Pak — an 8,000 sq. ft. sweet experience store, the largest of its kind in Karnataka, reimagining how people experience traditional sweets.In this Women’s Entrepreneurship Special episode of the Mundhe Banni Podcast, we sat down with these two inspiring Kannadati entrepreneurs who quit their stable IT careers to build brands that are rewriting the story of Karnataka’s homegrown food industry.🎤 Guests:Shwetha Rajashekar, Co-Founder, India Sweet Househttps://indiasweethouse.in/Sowmya H S, Co-Founder, The World of Mysore Pakwww.worldofmysorepak.com🎧 Hosted by Mundhe Banni Podcast — where we bring you powerful stories of entrepreneurs from Karnataka who are shaping India’s future.Listen to the podcast on Spotify:Listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts:Listen to the podcast on Amazon Music:.RSS Feed:Join. Mundhe Banni WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DOcdDdTum1t5X5qsdzUZxO?mode=wwtFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.com#mundhebanni #mundhebannipodcast #kannada #kannadapodcast #karnataka #kannadiga #podcast #indiasweethouse #youtubekannada #kannadayoutube #startup #startupindia #bengaluru #bangalore #mysore #mysuru #mangaluru #business #entrepreneurship #sharktankindia #sweet #sweets #deepavali #diwali #festival #women #womanentrepreneurs #female #femaleentrepreneur #femaleempowerment

Why are hardware startups so rare in India? Can a deep-tech company really be built from a small town like Hubballi? And how do founders land deals on shows like Shark Tank?Meet Navajith Karkera, a Mangaluru boy who built Sonic Lamb in Hubballi — the world’s first subwoofer-based headphones, now exported to 40+ countries. His story is a masterclass for every dreamer who wants to build a deep tech hardware startup from India.🎧 In this Mundhe Banni podcast, Navajith shares his real startup journey — from prototyping to pitching, from small-town struggles to global success.👉 Watch now for insights on:Building a deep-tech hardware product in IndiaGetting investment-ready for Shark TankTurning small-town innovation into global impactUse Code "MBPOD" on the website and get 10% OFF on your favourite Sonic Lamb headphone. Don’t just listen to the music! Feeeeel it..https://in.soniclamb.com/products/over-ear-headphones-grayಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ:ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಹಾರ್ಡ್‍ವೇರ್ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್ ಅಪ್ ಯಾಕೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿಲ್ಲ? ಹುಬ್ಬಳ್ಳಿಯಂತಹ ಸಣ್ಣ ಊರಿನಿಂದ ಡೀಪ್ ಟೆಕ್ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್‍ಅಪ್ ಕಟ್ಟುವುದು ಸಾಧ್ಯವೇ? ಶಾರ್ಕ್ ಟ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ತರದ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಡೀಲ್ ಪಡೆಯುವುದು ಹೇಗೆ? ಮಂಗಳೂರಿನ ಹುಡುಗನೊಬ್ಬ ಹುಬ್ಬಳ್ಳಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್ ಅಪ್ ಕಟ್ಟಿ, ಜಗತ್ತಿನಲ್ಲೇ ಮೊದಲ ಬಾರಿ ಸಬ್ ವೂಫರ್ ಇರುವ ಹೆಡ್‍ಫೋನ್ ಕಂಡು ಹಿಡಿದು ಜಗತ್ತಿನ ನಲವತ್ತು ದೇಶಗಳಿಗೆ ರಫ್ತು ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಈ ಕತೆ ಅಸಾಧಾರಣವಾದದ್ದು. ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಡೀಪ್ ಟೆಕ್ ಹಾರ್ಡವೇರ್ ಸುತ್ತ ಒಂದು ಪ್ರಾಡಕ್ಟ್ ಕಟ್ಟುವ ಕನಸುಳ್ಳ ಯಾರಿಗೆ ಆದರೂ ಒಂದು ಮಾಸ್ಟರ್ ಕ್ಲಾಸ್ ಇಲ್ಲಿದೆ .. ಸೋನಿಕ್ ಲ್ಯಾಂಬ್ ಫೌಂಡರ್ ನವಜೀತ್ ಕರ್ಕೇರ ಅವರೊಡನೆ ಮುಂದೆ ಬನ್ನಿ ಪಾಡ್ಕಾಸ್ಟ್ ಮಾತುಕತೆ ನಿಮಗಾಗಿFollow Mundhe Banni on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniMundhe Banni Website: www.mundhebanni.comFor Monthly Update on Startups & Entreprenuership in Kannada Subscribe to Mundhe Banni Newsletter:https://mundhebanni.com/newsletterCredits:Post Production: The Big Little#mundhebanni #mundhebannipodcast #kannada #kannadapodcast #karnataka #kannadiga #podcast #soniclamb #deeptech #technology #audio #sound #subwoofers #sharktank #youtubekannada #kannadayoutube #startup #startupindia #hubballi #hubli #mangalore #mangaluru #business #entrepreneurship #sharktankindia

Can you really build a career just by creating content? 🤔 How much does a YouTube creator in India actually earn if a video hits 100K views? What does it take to leave a safe IT job and go all in as a full time creator entrepreneur? And is there a playbook for building a team, scaling reach, and making viral content consistently on Instagram and YouTube?In this episode of Mundhe Banni, we explore the Creator Economy through the lens of entrepreneurship with two of Kannada’s biggest creators,  Vickypedia  and Raghu Vine Store. Both started solo, both took the leap from IT jobs, and today they are not just entertainers but entrepreneurs who run small teams, and show us what it takes to thrive in the Creator Economy.This episode is filled with laughter, learnings, and the real playbook for turning creativity into a business.If you are curious about the future of entrepreneurship in regional content, this one is a must watch.Inspiration is like happiness, it grows when you share it. Share this episode.!!

In this episode, Supreeth Kashyap shares his journey of leaving a corporate career to build WellBi, a D2C bamboo apparel brand from Mysuru. We dive into social entrepreneurship, the challenges of starting up in a tier-2 city, and what it really takes to build a sustainable business around fashion and impact.Subscribe to our YouTube Channel & Follow us on Social Media https://linktr.ee/mundhebanniListen to Episode 1: World's First Petrol Scooter: Ft. Vivekananda Hallekerehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2c44W9gYBxd7XkxOYOK2vr?si=Zo0PiFvISS6TdGlBU5hpiw&nd=1&dlsi=09eaa1e9a0e14648Listen to Episode 2:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2wRYco03aUuY94SrdcuKHd?si=nY1u9-iVQbmW093u0QXEhg&nd=1&dlsi=59d7df11559f4b3e

From Building India’s Largest Skill Assessment Company to Empowering Rural India 🇮🇳 | Madan PadakiIn this episode of the Mundhe Banni Podcast, we sit down with Madan Padaki – visionary entrepreneur, co-founder of MeritTrac Services (India’s first and largest skill assessment company), and founder of 1Bridge, a pioneering rural commerce platform.🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:How Madan Padaki went from corporate life to building India’s biggest skill testing company.The untold story of MeritTrac’s rise as a skill assessment leader serving millions of candidates and hundreds of corporates.Why “airport pitches” became a secret weapon for winning big deals.The challenges of entrepreneurship in India, from navigating over 1,000 regulations to scaling nationally.How 1Bridge is transforming rural India by connecting small-town entrepreneurs to big opportunities.Lessons on startup growth, leadership, and social impact that every aspiring founder must know.🌍 About Madan PadakiMadan Padaki is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and mentor. He co-founded MeritTrac, transforming the recruitment and education sectors in India, and later launched 1Bridge to bridge the rural-urban divide. He is also the Managing Trustee of Head Held High Foundation and a co-founder of GAME India (Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship).💡 Why watch this?If you’re interested in startup success stories, Indian entrepreneurs, rural innovation, skill development, or business leadership, this conversation is packed with real insights and inspiration.📌 Keywords:Madan Padaki, MeritTrac, 1Bridge, Head Held High, GAME India, skill assessment in India, Indian entrepreneur stories, startup growth, rural commerce, social impact business, Mundhe Banni Podcast, Karnataka entrepreneurs, business success stories India, entrepreneurship podcast.

ಮುಂದೆ ಬನ್ನಿ ಪಾಡ್‌ಕಾಸ್ಟ್‌ನ ಮೊಟ್ಟ ಮೊದಲನೆಯ ಸಂಚಿಕೆ - Bounce ನ ಸಹ ಸಂಸ್ಥಾಪಕರಾದ ಹಾಸನದ ವಿವೇಕಾನಂದ ಹಳ್ಳೆಕೆರೆ ಅವರೊಟ್ಟಿಗೆWelcome to Mundhe Banni, the podcast that brings you raw, real, and inspiring startup journeys straight from the heart of Karnataka.Here's a powerful conversation with entrepreneurial insights, and untold stories from Vivekananda Hallekere's entrepreneural journey. Our first season kicks off with Vivekananda Hallekere, CEO and co-founder of Bounce Infinity, who turned bold ideas into a game-changing mobility revolution in India.🔔 Subscribe now and join our community. Website :www.mundhebanni.comFollow us on Social Media:Instagram - https://www.instagram....​Facebook - https://www.facebook.c...​X - https://x.com/mundheba...​LinkedIn - / mundhe-banni ​Hosts: Vasant Shetty - Founder, Mundhe BanniKiran Kodlady - VP, TMV InvestmentsProducer:Shishir S UVideo Editing:Daniel NaikSpecial Thanks:Aditya Brammavar & Dhanush K #MundheBanni#MundheBanniPodcast#MundheBanniEpisode1 #KannadaPodcast#StartupKannada#KannadaEntrepreneurs#Bounce #EV #AI #electricvehicle

Mundhe Banni is a Kannada-language podcast that delves into the world of startups, entrepreneurship, and business insights, specifically aimed at young adults and early-career professionals . The name Mundhe Banni (ಮುಂದೆ ಬನ್ನಿ) translates to "Come Forward" or "Step Ahead" in Kannada, which reflects the podcast’s goal to inspire, motivate, and empower listeners to take bold actions in their professional and entrepreneurial journeys. This episode explores the reasons why entrepreneurial spirit is less prevalent in Karnataka, delving into the historical and cultural factors at play. Hosted by Vasant Shetty and Kiran Kodlady, the podcast offers valuable insights into fostering a more entrepreneurial mindset in the region.