Join me in a conversation that’s beyond entrepreneurship. Its about identity. Its about building a mark. Its about being a woman with a vision. I sat down with Mira Kapoor, creator-turned-entrepreneur, investor, and the mind behind Dhun and Akind for a candid and thoughtful conversation. Mira opened up about her journey, from sharing her life online to building purpose-led brands, learning the realities of business, and finding balance as a founder and mother. Together, we dove into authenticity, ambition, wellness, personal growth and the unfiltered challenges that came with building something of our own.

Conversation Highlights

* How Mira built an authentic digital presence by sharing her life on her own terms

* The natural shift from creator to investor to entrepreneur

* Behind the scenes of building Dhun and co-founding Akind

* Learning business fundamentals as a first-time founder

* Finding the sweet spot between delegating and staying hands-on

* Juggling entrepreneurship, motherhood and personal life

* Why a strong support system matters for ambitious women

* Navigating public scrutiny with perspective and boundaries

* Building brands rooted in authenticity, not trends

* How Meera thinks about purpose, impact and long-term growth

Who this episode is for

* Creators thinking of launching a product or brand.

* Early-stage founders building consumer or wellness businesses.

* Investors and brand builders interested in founder-led products.

* Working parents and women navigating entrepreneurship and family life.

* Anyone curious about authenticity, community building and running a service-first business.

Key Takeaways

* Authenticity is a real strength. Building in your own voice creates deeper trust.

* You don’t need a perfect plan to start; growth can be gradual and intentional.

* Understanding the basics of business, numbers, margins, and decisions which empowers every founder.

* Delegation works best with clarity and gentle oversight, not micromanagement.

* A strong support system is essential for balancing family and ambition.

* Public scrutiny is unavoidable, but perspective and boundaries keep you grounded.

* Purpose evolves to focus on depth, impact and creating something meaningful.

* Personal interests can become powerful businesses when paired with consistency and courage. 

About Me:

A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity.

I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories.

Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally.

As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too.

The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business

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🎙️ About the show:

Hosted by Masoom Minawala, The Masoom Minawala Show brings honest, vulnerable conversations with changemakers, creators, and entrepreneurs. Every episode is designed to spark personal growth and meaningful change.

About Masoom: Masoom Minawala is a global influencer, entrepreneur, and content creator passionate about empowering women and promoting Indian talent worldwide.With over a decade of experience, Masoom has been featured in Vogue, CNN’s 20 under 40, and HSBC’s list of leading female entrepreneurs worldwide. She’s worked with over 500+ global brands, represented India at the Cannes Film Festival red carpet, and delivered impactful talks.

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