On the 150th episode of the show, Vineet reflects on some of the best conversations he’s had recently, and shares an important update. About the Show: The Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all enterta...
Apr 06, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Supari Studios is a decade old creative collective, the people behind some of the most loved videos and content IPs. Supari partners some of the coolest brands in India like Netflix, Tinder, Spotify, and more. On this episode, Vineet talks to Shirley D’Costa and Manoti Jain from Supari’s leadership to learn what makes the dakus tick. Find Shirley on Instagram | LinkedIn Find Manoti on Instagram | LinkedIn Find Kulfi Collective at Website | Instagram Find Supari Studios at Website | Instagram Abo...
Mar 30, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 149
On this episode, Vineet talks to Sitar maestro and global ambassador for classical music, Purbayan Chatterjee. Purbayan da tells Vineet the difference between the Sitar and the Veena, talks about how the perceptions for Indian classical have changed, and why it needs to be evolved for Indian youth. Find Purbayan da on his LinkTree ( https://linktr.ee/Purbayanchatterjee) About the Show: The Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told ...
Mar 23, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 148
This week, we have a quick episode highlighting India's journey at the Oscars. From Mother India in the 50s to Naatu Naatu last week, Vineet takes us through the films that have made it to the Oscar nominations and shares trivia about them. About the Show: The Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vinee...
Mar 16, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 147
DId you know that out of 10 people 8 are tuned into FM radio; Only 5% are listening to some other form of audio. Out of 5%, 3% are tuning into digital audio and 2% are using some device. On this episode, Vineet talks to Preeti Nihalani, COO at ENIL. Preeti talks to Vineet about Mirchi's expansion into video, and digital apps, why radio is a tough business to enter and to exit, and how technology is disrupting the radio ads business. They also celebrate 100 years of Radio Broadcasting. Find Preet...
Mar 09, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 146
Vineet sits down with Madhyama and Chayan, two of the fresh faces in the new Netflix show, Class. They play the roles of Saba & Dhruv respectively. The duo tells Vineet about how they prepared for the roles, how it was working with Ashim Ahluwalia, and how they're welcoming new-found fame. Watch ' Class' on Netflix Find Madhyama & Chayan on Instagram About the Show: The Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tu...
Mar 02, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 145
Writer, director, and actor Raj Singh Chaudhary takes Vineet on a film tour of the unseen parts of Rajasthan, through his movies Gulaal, Shaadistaan, and the new Netflix film, Thar. They talk about filmmaking, the Anurag Kashyap universe, Storytelling, Indian Cinema, bringing small tons and their culture alive on screen, learning on the ground, and making an impact through the medium. You can find Raj Singh on Instagram About the Show Storytellers and Storytellers Podcast gives you a front-row s...
Feb 23, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 144
If you’re keen on learning more about influencer marketing, building media tech products or growing your Startups, this episode is for you. Chtrbox founder Pranay Swarup tells Vineet about how the company has grown from their high velocity beginnings. Now operating in multiple markets, working on the biggest brands and entertainment projects, Pranay shares his PoV on building from India for the world. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how...
Feb 09, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 143
Dheer Momaya is the Founder at Jugaad Motion Pictures, and the producer of Chhello Show, India’s entry to the Oscars this year. He’s among a crop of young creators taking Indian entertainment to the world. If you’re keen on knowing how a film gets pitched to the Oscars after being nominated, or how the next generation of great Indian filmmakers look at entertainment, this episode is for you. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best ...
Feb 03, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 142
Ever wondered why big films fail, or why shows get renewed or cancelled? Audience research, testing, and performance are the final word for broadcast, OTT or Film producers, and many of them, swear by Ormax - India's only specialized media research & consulting firm. On this episode, Vineet talks to Ormax Founder & CEO, Shailesh Kapoor about their fascinating work over the last 15 years. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the b...
Jan 26, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 141
If you like indie music, are curious about songwriting, or are fascinated by the logistics of putting together a tour, this episode is for you. Singer songwriter Shantanu Pandit released his first album, the critically acclaimed, Milk Teeth in 2021. He set out on a 3000 mile tour in a minivan. On this episode, Vineet & Shantanu talk about the tour, his music and why it took him 7 years from his first EP to release an album. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a fro...
Jan 12, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 140
If you want a behind the scenes look into writing and producing Webseries for OTTs, this episode is for you. Writer, producer, entrepreneur and father Vaibhav Modi runs Victor Tango productions, the banner behind Mukhbir and producer of shows like Tripling. Vineet talks to Vaibhav about his 20 years of production, how the current political climate affects creators and how he is inculcating storytelling habits in his son. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row ...
Jan 05, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 139
Vineet goes solo on the last episode of 2022, the best ever year for the show. Includes notes on #SpotifyWrapped, and three pop-culture nuggets to remember the year by. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creato...
Dec 29, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 138
Did you know that 10% of the world’s GHGs come from the textile industry? Did you know that the Indian handloom textile industry could hold the key to our country’s unemployment problems. This week on the show, I talk to Archana Shah, founder of Bandhej and author of Crafting a Future: Stories of Indian Textiles & Sustainable Practices, about the economy & ecology of sustainable fashion. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the b...
Dec 22, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 137
If you've dreamt of writing for the screen, have ideas that you want to bring to life, or want to know what a film writer's struggles are like, this episode is for you. Aakash Kaushik, the writer of Bhool Bhulaiyya 2 and Thank God talks to Vineet about having an epic year, about his methods, and why writers must get more of the limelight in the film industry. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune i...
Dec 14, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 136
If you're keen on learning how a show becomes a multi-season success, this episode is for you. Vineet talks to Ahsaas Channa and Shreyasi Sharma, the star and the creator of the hit Girliyapa show, Girls Hostel. Now in Season 3, on Sony Liv, Girls Hostel is a runaway success, depicting the lives of young women the way they want to be portrayed. Ahsaas & Shreyasi talk about the journey of the show, about writing relatable feminist shows and women friendships on set. About the Show Storyteller...
Dec 08, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 135
On this episode, Vineet takes you on a journey around Bombay with Harshvardhan Tanwar- Founder of No Footprints. They talk about the history of Bombay, the first-time ice came to the Indian subcontinent, unheard historic anecdotes, and how No Footprints is your go to place to embark on an unforgettable journey of the city of dreams. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storyt...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 134
If you're dreaming of being a published author, or want to know what goes into getting published, this episode is for you. Vineet talks to the Director of the prestigious JCB Prize for Literature, and founder of Syaahi, one of India's first literary consultancies. Draw on Mita's wealth of experience as an agent, an editor and an author, and find out why Mita always replies to emails within 24 hours. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how t...
Nov 24, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 133
If you're looking for a career in writing, or pitching your stories to publications, this episode is for you. Vineet talks to editor of Tweak India, Rochelle Pinto. Conversation ranges from Rochelle's writing origins and her steep learning curve in her early journalistic years. Rochelle talks about her mission at Tweak India to tell modern stories about urban Indian. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold...
Nov 17, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 132
On this episode, Vineet talks to poet, performer, and Spoken Fest curator Shantanu Anand. Conversation ranges from the state of poetry in the times of Instagram, the sadness of being a Manchester United fan and Shantanu’s origins as a poet. If you like writing, poetry, or performing for an audience, this episode is for you. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling pe...
Nov 10, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 131
It’s a big moment as Vineet asks American creator Daniel Mac a question he’s always wanted to. If you wanted to know how a creator blows up almost overnight, and becomes a global sensation - this is the episode for you. Daniel shares his journey from quitting his job in banking to create full-time, about the challenges of mastering one format, and discusses what next as he plans to diversify his output. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out h...
Nov 03, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 130
On this episode, Vineet talks to Divay Agarwal, the brains & the voice behind the successful horror YouTube creators, Khooni Monday. Divay shares Khooni Monday's journey to become the spookiest Indian content creator on video & audio, talks about his horror inspirations and sets his sights on creating the biggest community of horror fans in India. Tune in! About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. T...
Oct 27, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 129
On this episode, Vineet talks to virtuoso space designer Rupin Suchak, known for his work on films like Ra.One, Jai Ho, Agneepath and more. Rupin's work in films and in designing commercial spaces for the film industry's best & biggest has got everyone swooning. He tells Vineet about his methods, his philosophy and how he manages to bring fresh ideas to the discipline. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told an...
Oct 20, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 128
On yet another fun episode of Storytellers & Story Sellers, Vineet talks to Neha, whose passion for doodling paved her path to becoming a full-time illustrator and cartoonist. Neha shares her journey, from early days of Perusing Chartered Accountancy to getting desired doodling projects! About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling perspectives from the brightest min...
Oct 13, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 127
Jamtara, the Netflix Original Series about scam callers in India's hinterland is back with Season 2. On this episode, Vineet sits down with Sparsh & Monica to talk about how their lives have changed with the runaway hit, what it was like shooting with an amazing cast and how season 2 builds on the story of the scams. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling persp...
Oct 06, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Karan Nohria is the Gen Z entrepreneur behind the buzzy Mumbai restaurant, Silly. Billed as a place that is whatever you want it to be - a bar, a co-working space, a place to relax with your friends, Silly was the culmination of 5 years of dreaming, planning, and strategizing for Karan. On this episode, Karan tells Vineet about what motivates him, how his mother is his biggest ally and bouncing board, and what lies ahead for this promising Gen Z restauranteur. About the Show Storytellers and Sto...
Sep 29, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 125
On this episode, travel vlogger, actor and all round great guy MSK talks to Vineet about his plans to visit all the UNESCO heritage sites in India for an upcoming effort. They also talk about MSK's Content Creator journey and get philosophical about life. Tune in! About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy & storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conv...
Sep 22, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 124
Netflix India’s Series Head, Tanya Bami is a content development pro with a resume that also lists Viacom, Star and Sony. On this episode, Vineet talks to Tanya about how Netflix is creating something for everyone in India. With diverse programming like Web series (Mismatched, Decoupled), original thriller programming (Aranyak, Mai) reality & documentaries (Bad Boy Billionaires, Indian Matchmaking) and specials (Kapil Sharma), Netflix wants to make sure that every night, is a Netflix night. ...
Sep 15, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 123
On this episode, Vineet talks to AmiGaming & ElderGod about their journeys as Facebook Gamers. Full-time Facebook gaming creators are taking India by storm with small-town dreams of finding their feet in the competitive world of game-streaming. Amitesh & Subhav share the similarities and expound on the differences in their journeys to the top of the game-streaming scene. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are t...
Sep 08, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 122
On the episode, Vineet talks to theatre powerhouse Faezeh Jalali about her journey, inspirations and process. Faezeh is the creative brain behind acclaimed productions like Shikhandi and Strictly Unconventional. Faezeh shares her acting journey, her time on the stage as a director and her distinctive and experimental style of pysical theatre. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a front-row seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy &a...
Sep 01, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 121
