Dancing, acting, and creating—Aadil Khan is a powerhouse of talent with an inspiring journey. From a childhood passion for dance to performing in musicals like Zangoora, Aadil transitioned seamlessly into the world of social media and choreography, amassing nearly 3 million YouTube subscribers along the way.
In today’s episode of Happy Hour with FinCocktail, Our founder Sayali Rai sits down with Aadil to uncover his story—from his early days in dance to the challenges of moving to Mumbai, meeting Shah Rukh Khan, and building a career in choreography and acting.
They also dive into his approach to personal finance, navigating the highs and lows of his creative career, and how he turned a pandemic challenge into an opportunity for growth. Aadil shares lessons on resilience, smart investing, and advice for aspiring artists looking to make their mark.
This episode is packed with inspiration, anecdotes, and valuable insights for anyone chasing a creative dream!

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Chapters

00:00 Sneak Peek
01:26 Intro
02:10 Dancing dreams as a kid
09:10 Starting his career with Zangoora
14:55 Moving to Mumbai for a new start
24:12 When nothing seemed to work
26:00 Meeting Shah Rukh Khan
28:38 Stepping into social media
34:04 Finding his groove in choreography
38:30 Navigating Covid challenges
44:15 Real estate investments
53:45 Going to USA and getting back into acting
1:01:50 Three tips for aspiring artists
1:05:40 Where to invest?


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https://www.youtube.com/c/AadilKhann/videos


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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sayalirai/

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Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/iamaadilkhan/

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