'The Royals' has been a royal rage on Netflix. And we caught up with Kavya Trehan who plays the delightful Princess Jinnie. In the latest episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, actor and musician Kavya Trehan opens up about life after the success of *The Royals*—a show that not only introduced her to a wider audience but also marked a pivotal shift in how she is now perceived as both an actor and an artist. Kavya delves into the emotional and creative journey of becoming Jinnie—a vibrant, mul...
Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 24
From Dehradun to Mumbai, from pageants to becoming a household name on Indian television, Asha Negi’s journey has been anything but ordinary. In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, hosted by Bani Anand, Asha opens up about the hustle, heartbreak, self-discovery, and second chances that shaped her career and identity.Winning Miss Uttarakhand gave Asha the confidence to move to Mumbai, despite her family’s initial hesitation. But her early struggles in Mumbai and navigating auditions an...
Jul 05, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 23
In this thought-provoking episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, hosted by Bani Anand, entrepreneur Pratham Mittal opens up about his unique journey, his philosophy on work and life, and the hard-earned lessons that have shaped his career. Growing up in Jalandhar, surrounded by a community where entrepreneurship was part of his daily life, Pratham shares how early exposure to business conversations — from trading to profit-making — instilled in him a natural curiosity for building and innovat...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 22
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, Bani Anand sits down with Shriya Pilgaonkar to talk about how life shifts when you move from your twenties into your thirties. Shriya explains how she used to follow social media checklists for validation and how she’s more confident now, sets clear boundaries, and tackles problems early. From playing Sweety in Mirzapur to landing a part in Fan through surprise auditions, she shows how hard work, practice, and a dash of good timing can help build...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 21
From performing with Kareena Kapoor in Tareefan Reprise to working with Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar in The Royals, Lisa Mishra has come a long way. And she's not stopping anytime soon. In this expansive, emotional, and at times hilarious episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, singer-songwriter and Netflix star Lisa Mishra joins Bani Anand for a conversation that is equal parts soul-baring and unfiltered. Lisa reflects on her remarkable journey — she grew up in a traditional Indi...
Jun 14, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 20
In this delightfully candid episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, stand-up comedian and writer Kushagra Srivastava sits down for an honest chat about life behind the jokes.The Pretty Good Roast Show: Behind The ScenesKushagra shares behind-the-scenes insights into writing jokes for The Pretty Good Roast Show, especially for non-comic guests, how some celebrities (like Kusha Kapila) came exceptionally well-prepared, and the hilarious inner workings of writing as a team with Kaustubh and Rohit...
Jun 06, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 19
In this compelling episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, we sit down with Alakh Pandey, widely known as Physics Wallah, for a conversation that goes far beyond academics and exam preparation. This isn’t just a story about cracking IIT or building an edtech empire, it’s a heartfelt exploration of India’s educational crisis, the emotional cost of social mobility, and the inner life of a teacher carrying the hopes of millions.Physics Wallah on the Indian education systemWhy is it that, in India...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Acclaimed filmmaker Ram Madhvani, creator of Aarya, joins Bani Anand on AfterHours Season 4, powered by Catch, for a candid and heartfelt conversation on storytelling, resilience, and the evolving landscape of cinema.Directing Sushmita Sen in AaryaHe begins by recounting the emotional rollercoaster behind Aarya—originally conceived as a film nearly a decade ago, only to fall apart just weeks before filming. With disarming humour, Ram recalls “scheduling” 24 hours of crying and finding comfort in...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 17
In this emotional episode of AfterHours Season 4 powered by Pulse Golmol, actor-musician Paresh Pahuja opens up about the silent years of struggle behind the spotlight. Paresh Pahuja Bandish Bandits, Voice Notes concert and his popular songsKnown for Bandish Bandits, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Tandav, Paresh reflects on a pivotal heartbreak that gave rise to his Voice Notes Concert—a deeply personal music project born from vulnerability and pain.In this podcast, Paresh shares the emotional and unpredi...
May 16, 2025•49 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Watch Costao on ZEE5 now. In this episode of AfterHours Season 4 podcast, powered by Catch, we sit down with Nawazuddin Siddiqui, one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated and humble actors. Known for his raw talent and unmatched dedication to his craft, Nawazuddin takes us through his remarkable journey—from his early days working as a security guard in Noida to becoming a household name after Gangs of Wasseypur.Nawazuddin Siddiqui opens up about the harsh realities of fame, discussing how stardom...
May 13, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Watch Logout on ZEE5 now. In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast Season 4, actor Babil Khan reflects on the grief of losing his father, the legendary Irrfan Khan, and the quiet strength of his mother, Sutapa Sikdar. He opens up about the pressures of growing up in his father’s shadow, the complexities of legacy and individuality, and the emotional vulnerability of living in the public eye. Babil recounts a moving moment at the IIFA Awards where he chose to honour his mother ins...
May 05, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve Season 4, powered by Pulse, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor reflects on his iconic journey—from revolutionising Indian cooking on Khana Khazana to becoming a household name. He speaks about how his famous phrase "Namak Swaad Anusaar" became a symbol of home cooking and how it has now evolved to "Namak Sehat Anusaar", in response to growing health concerns.He revisits the early stages of his career, from his accidental entry into hotel management to becoming t...
Apr 26, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Do you have a right to inherit your parents' property even if they will it to someone else? If you are involved in a property dispute, do you know your rights fully? Do you need to make a will, and if you do, what is the right time to make one?In this powerful and deeply insightful episode of AfterHours Season 4, Bani Anand sits down with senior advocate Geeta Luthra to unravel the complex legal web of Indian succession law.What happens when a brother refuses to share ancestral property with his...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve Season 4 powered by Pulse Golmol, Bani Anand interviews acclaimed wedding photographer Joseph Radhik. From Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, and many more, Joseph is the photographer India's biggest celebrities want for their wedding. What began as a goal to shoot for 100 days a year soon turned into high-profile assignments, including Allu Arjun’s wedding and a major event in Bali. ...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this inspiring and nostalgic episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, actor Juhi Parmar opens up about her remarkable journey in the entertainment industry with Bani Anand. From her iconic role as Kumkum in Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan to embracing the OTT space, Juhi shares her personal experiences and lessons learned.Juhi Parmar recounts emotional fan moments, such as a blind admirer who "watched" Kumkum daily by listening to it and wished to touch her face to "see" Kumkum, and a y...
Apr 04, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In this special episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, host Bani Anand sits down with Swanand Kirkire, the celebrated lyricist, singer, and three-time National Award winner, for an unfiltered conversation about his journey in music, poetry, and cinema. From struggling as an aspiring artist to writing some of Bollywood’s most iconic songs, he shares the defining moments of his career—starting with Bavra Mann, the song that changed everything.Swanand Kirkire reflects on collaborating wi...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 9
From the Nirgun Nirakar concept of Shiva as pure consciousness to his portrayals as Adiyogi, Nataraj, and Sundareshwar, Amish unpacks Shiva’s contradictions—fierce yet compassionate, elite yet accessible, masculine yet deeply connected to his feminine side. He redefines Shiva as a transformer, not a destroyer, where death is merely a passage to creation. The discussion bridges ancient wisdom with modern science, delving into Shiva’s cosmic connection to the Big Bang, the Hiranyagarbha (golden wo...
Mar 22, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, Bani Anand sits down with poet Nayab Midha for an unfiltered conversation on poetry, privilege, self-acceptance, and the harsh realities of social media. Nayab opens up about her journey—the highs, the lows, and the privileges that come with success. She beautifully articulates how poetry is about emotion and relatability, not power. As the conversation unfolds, Nayab discusses 'Muskurao', a poem that resonat...
Mar 15, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 7
In this heartfelt episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, Bani Anand sits down with content creator Ankush Bahuguna, known for challenging gender norms and redefining masculinity. In this episode, he opens up about navigating online hate, and his viral Digital Arrest Scam experience, while sharing insights on fame, creativity, and self-worth.The podcast begins with Ankush’s journey of breaking the outdated belief that men cannot wear makeup. Inspired by his love for painting and a background i...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, Bani Anand sits down with Laxmi Singh, the trailblazing Commissioner of Police, Gautam Buddh Nagar, to discuss leadership, resilience, and the evolving nature of policing. From being an engineering gold medallist to choosing the Indian Police Service, Laxmi Singh talks about her unwavering dedication to justice. She opens up about the immense responsibility of her role—how each day is measured by impact, the challenges of distressing situations, ...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 5
Bani Anand sits down for an exclusive interview with Feroz Abbas Khan, the visionary director of Mughal-e-Azam: The Musical, and actor Kirti Killedar, who brings Anarkali to life on stage. Feroz Abbas Khan shares in the podcast that the aim was never to create history but to bring a vision to life. Producing a Broadway-style musical in India once seemed impossible, but with the right team and resources, they took the leap. Just days before opening night, he feared failure, but when the curtains ...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Did you know that traditional Hindu weddings should not have saat phere? Did you also know that weddings should not happen after dark?In this thought-provoking episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, Bani Anand sits down with Pandit Acharya Vidya Prasad Mishra to unveil the reality of popular Indian traditions. Together, they debunk age-old misconceptions and explore the deeper meaning behind marriage rituals and more. The podcast begins with Bani introducing Pandit ji and sharing how her all-...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Join Bani Anand for an exclusive conversation with actors and producers Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal and the powerhouse team behind Girls Will Be Girls! In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast (Season 4), Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal, Keshav, and Preeti share their journey of bringing the film to life, offering insights into its production, release, and heartfelt reception. Bani also speaks to Richa Chadha about her unconventional role in Heeramandi and Ali Fazal gives insight into his...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, host Bani Anand engages in a conversation with sitar maestro Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, whose music is capturing the attention of YouTube and Instagram audiences around the world. Bani recalls how their friendship began after discovering Rishab’s viral Zara Zara reel, which led to his stunning rendition of O Ri Chiraiya for All About Eve in 2020, making this episode a full-circle moment in their connection. Bani reflects on how a childhood video of ...
Jan 31, 2025•54 min
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, Bani Anand sits down with the ever-versatile Kalki Koechlin for an interview that is both insightful and inspiring. From her unforgettable performances in 'Dev.D' to the beloved characters in 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' and 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', Kalki opens up about crafting a career on her own terms. Kalki Koechlin reflects on the price of staying true to her art, embracing theatre, and raising her child. She also discusses the dicho...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr•Season 9Ep. 10
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, Neil Bhoopalam chats with Bani Anand about life, work, and self-care. Bani praises Neil’s powerful performance in 'NH10', sparking a candid discussion about how often the artist behind the work is overlooked. Neil shares his unique approach to staying grounded, from embracing spontaneity, to finding solace in meditation, walks, and even lying on the floor staring at the fan—a refreshing take on the art of doing nothing. Bani and Neil refl...
Nov 28, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 9
In this episode of the AfterHours with All About Eve, Bani Anand sits down with actor Saqib Saleem, who opens up about his journey in the film industry, his love for horror comedies, and the intriguing story behind his name. The podcast begins with a warm welcome and quickly transitions to Saqib’s new project, 'Kakuda'. With Saqib reassuring Bani that 'Kakuda' leans more towards laughter than scares, they fondly recall classic horror shows like Zee Horror Show and Ram Gopal Varma's 'Raat', which...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this engaging episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, Bani Anand converses with Deven Bhojani—acclaimed actor, director, and comedian—about his extraordinary journey through Indian entertainment. Known for his iconic roles in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, and Dunki, Deven shares behind-the-scenes stories and insights from his many years in the industry. Bani opens the interview by expressing admiration for Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, prompting Deven to reveal how creative ...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 8
In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve, host Bani Anand engages in an honest conversation with actor and politician Ravi Kishan. Bani expresses her excitement for Ravi’s film 'Laapata Ladies', which is headed to the Oscars. Ravi humbly thanks her and shares his appreciation for the podcast. The conversation explores Ravi’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings. Bani asks about a time when he could only afford vada pav, highlighting how far he’s come. Ravi credits his father, a pries...
Nov 03, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Today, on AfterHours with All About Eve, we have the incredibly talented Shweta Tripathi with us! We’ve all adored her in some remarkable projects like Mirzapur, Masaan, Haraamkhor, Gone Kesh, Laakhon Mein Ek, and more. In this heartwarming interview, Bani welcomes Shweta, who brings a beautiful sunflower as a thoughtful gesture. Shweta shares how her work has sparked profound emotions, particularly the overwhelming reactions to Mirzapur and her journey with the character Golu over the past nine...
Nov 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 5
