From Vancouver to Pune: Paula McGlynn's Journey to Becoming a Marathi Mulgi
Description
In this episode of Chasing Creativity, Kiran Manral interviews Paula McLynn, who shares her intriguing journey from Vancouver to India. Paula discusses how she transitioned from a filmmaking student to a Marathi Mulgi, co-founding the successful digital entertainment company Bhadipa.
The conversation delves into her experiences in the Indian film industry, the creation of the Marathi YouTube channel, venturing into Marathi stand-up comedy, and tackling themes of cultural assimilation and storytelling. Paula also reflects on her acting roles and future projects, including the prospective teen drama series 'Bambis.'
00:00 Introduction to Paula McLynn's Journey
00:48 Paula's Initial Steps in India
02:38 Founding Baripa and Early Challenges
03:40 Success in Digital Content Creation
04:38 Cultural Adaptation and Storytelling
07:06 The Essence of Local Stories
12:46 Series vs. Films: Creative Approaches
18:16 Exploring Marathi Stand-Up Comedy
27:52 Paula's Acting Journey
33:49 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts
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