Best Shilpa DasGupta Podcasts (2024)

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S02_EP12: 40 Girls' Story from Uzbekistan 27:30

2M ago27:30

27:30

Step into a world where myth and reality intertwine, where legends are passed down through generations like precious heirlooms. In this enchanting journey through the heart of Central Asia, we will explore the cultural tapestry and thousands of year old captivating folktales of Uzbekistan! Uzbeki folk tales are more than just a set of tales passed …

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Ep. 172 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Anand Bhaskar 44:31

3M ago44:31

44:31

This episode features the mastermind of a music composer, singer – Anand Bhaskar with Host Eva Bhatt. He is the music composer of some of the most loved songs in the OTT space, of iconic web series like Mirzapur, Masoom and recently released Showtime, starring Emraan Hashmi. Anand Bhaskar talks about his journey from exploring various music genres …

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S02_EP11: Lunar Eclipse Story from Bangladesh 30:30

5M ago30:30

30:30

Bangladesh!! A country once described as "a sleeping beauty emerging from mists and water" by the Chinese traveler and poet Huen Tsang. Mother earth has been generous on this country with an abundance of natural resources, widespread greenery, beautiful coastlines and an extensive range of flora and fauna. Bangladesh is that unique country that fou…

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S02_EP10: Earthquake Story from Korea 22:44

1y ago22:44

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When we say 'Korea', so many paradoxical images come to mind. While North Korea predominantly continues to stay isolated from the rest of the world, South Korea has made a significant global impact in the last few decades. But in this episode, keeping aside all the paradoxes, let's get to know Korea a bit differently through their thousands of year…

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Ep. 171 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Honey Singh 24:01

1y ago24:01

24:01

The much-awaited interview is out! Listen to the eventful journey of one of the most successful as well as controversial pop icons in India, Yo Yo Honey Singh, in conversation with Host Eva Bhatt. From chartbuster singles like ‘Brown Rang’, ‘High Heels’ to Bollywood tracks like ‘Chaar Botal Vodka’, ‘Lungi Dance’, ‘Party All Night’ etc., the fact th…

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S02_EP09: Interview with Storyteller/Author Dr. Csenge Zalka 38:28

1+ y ago38:28

38:28

In the first interview episode of Ohh Folk, we are in conversation with a very special person, Dr. Csenge Virág Zalka. Dr. Zalka is a professional storyteller and author from Hungary. She is Hungary's first international storyller. She collects, researches, and performs traditional stories in three languages. Csenge holds a master's degree in Story…

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Ep. 170 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Vismay Patel 18:31

1+ y ago18:31

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Listen to the 23 year old singer-song writer- music producer, Vismay Patel, who has acclaimed his position in the independent space with the release of only 10 singles across global platforms, till date. His songs have organically crossed millions of views & streams. Host Eva Bhatt asks him about his roots in Assam, his ‘army’ family background and…

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S02_EP08: Coffee Story from Yemen 23:55

1+ y ago23:55

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Yemen - a country torn apart by almost a decade-long civil war was once used to be the epitome of prosperity and wealth. A country that gave us one of our favorite beans that also happens to wake up most of the world every morning - Coffee. In this episode, we will go back and revisit that glorious nation Yemen used to be and discover its true colo…

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S02_EP07: Island Story from Brunei 25:42

1+ y ago25:42

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Brunei - A small island country from Asia's largest island Borneo. This pocket sized nation is a treasure house of history, culture, and folklore that dates back into an age beyond any recorded existence. While on the other hand, this is one of the richest countries in the world with the economy primarily being supported by global exports of crude …

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Ep. 169 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Gurashish Singh 23:18

1+ y ago23:18

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Your favourite podcast wins an award! Thank you listeners for showing your love, we are proud to announce that this podcast bagged the prestigious India Audio Summit Awards 2023. Keep listening and sharing! In this episode, Host Eva Bhatt talks to the heartthrob of the ‘indie’ music scene, Gurashish Singh, whose covers, mash-ups, and originals have…

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Ep. 168 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Nilotpal 26:59

1+ y ago26:59

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One of the most sought-after & award-winning music composers in the Indian OTT space, ‘Dhaaga’(TVF-Aspirants) fame singer-composer-lyricist Nilotpal Bora is on this episode with Host Eva Bhatt. His latest musical work is for Bhuvan Bam’s web-series ‘Taaza Khabar’. Known for his soulful compositions & modern, organic soundscape in popular web-series…

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Ep. 167 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Dhaval Kothari 22:44

1+ y ago22:44

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Host Eva Bhatt chats with singer Dhaval Kothari who has a multi-genre profile that contains recreations of Indian classical, indie, pop and regional folk to being a music business entrepreneur. He talks about his musical series called #Folktales where he drew inspiration from folk music, pan-India. His versions of ‘Kon Halave Limdi’, ‘Kaho Poonam N…

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Ep. 166 9XM Soundcaste Ft. Nakash Aziz 7:18

1+ y ago7:18

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Singer, music producer-composer Nakash Aziz is back on the Podcast, this time to talk about his latest, back-to-back successful releases as well as his independent music. He talks about the song ‘Keti Ko’, composed by Amit Trivedi for the much-loved ‘Uunchai’ as well as the songs in the mega hit Rishab Shetty starrer ‘Kantara’. He talks about the c…

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S02_EP06: Andare Stories from Sri Lanka 25:54

1+ y ago25:54

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Sri Lanka, the Land of Serendipity is known for its abundance of natural beauty, timeless historical remains, and folk tradition that dates back thousands of years. Though Sri Lankan culture and social structure are primarily influenced by the predominant Buddhist philosophy, there is also significant influence of Hindu, Islamic, and Christian cult…

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S02_EP05: Emerald Lake Story from Pakistan 25:25

2y ago25:25

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The world media has created a certain perception of Pakistan through exaggeration and agenda-setting. But beyond all of these, lies another Pakistan. A country rich in cultural and traditional diversity, literature, music, and folklore. This country is a melting pot of Indian, Persian, Afghan, Central Asian, South Asian, and Western Asian influence…

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Ep. 165 9XM SoundcasE ft Gourov Dasgupta 21:02

2y ago21:02

21:02

Multi-talented musician, Gourov Dasgupta who has helmed multiple music projects as a composer, arranger/curator, talks about his creative discipline and projects. From songs in Bollywood movies like Kaabil to Bhuj: The Pride of India, Dhokha Round D Corner, Jawaani Jaaneman, Total Dhamaal, Mubarakaan to singles like Tum Na Aaye, Ek Tu Hi Kaafi Hai,…

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Ep. 164 9XM SoundcasE ft. Vipin Patwa 14:10

2y ago14:10

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Singer-Composer Vipin Patwa talks to Host Eva Bhatt on this episode about his childhood, training in music & musical journey, till date. His recent compositions in Bollywood namely ‘Matlabi Yaariyaan’ (The Girl On The Train), ‘Ishq Mera’ (Bhuj: The Pride of India), ‘Vaddi Sharaban’ (De De Pyaar De) etc. The soulful ‘Auliya’ (Hum Chaar), voiced by A…

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Ep. 163 9XM SoundcasE ft. Kunaal Verma 23:18

2y ago23:18

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Kunaal Vermaa, one of the busiest lyricists in the industry who has penned superhit songs for top music composers and singers, talks to Host Eva Bhatt about his creative discipline and his latest International collab ft. Allu Arjun. He talks about some of the most celebrated songs like ‘Hasi’(Hamari Adhuri Kahani) ‘Dil’ (Ek Villian Returns), ‘Pal’(…

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Ep. 162 9XM SoundcasE ft. Nikhita Gandhi and Siddhant Bhosle 20:27

2y ago20:27

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Nikhita Gandhi and Siddhant Bhosle come together for a new single 'Tu Hi Bata' and in this episode, they talk about their shared love for western, Indian & other music genres & styles and creating independent music apart from their ‘mainstream’ music career. After chart-toppers like Qaafirana, Ullu Ka Pattha, Aao Kabhi Haveli Pe, Burj Khalifa, Jugn…

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S02_EP04: Pearl Story from Tajikistan 26:16

2y ago26:16

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In this episode, we travel to Rumi’s land, the land of magic and mysticism. A place where scenic blue lakes crystal clearly reflects the scraping mountains, where hospitality is beyond anything one can even imagine - The land of the Tajiks, Tajikistan!! This age-old Tajik folktale reminds us to value family and the true importance of the people we …

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Ep. 161 9XM SoundcasE ft. DJ Shadow Dubai 19:45

2y ago19:45

19:45

Listen to one of the biggest names in the DJ scene, DJ Shadow Dubai, on this episode, about his eventful journey from engineering to mixing tracks! The creator of ‘Banna Re’ that got viral on social media, recently, DJ Shadow Dubai, talks about his experiences of working with Yo Yo Honey Singh, Guru Randhawa & Badshah to his upcoming collabs with i…

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S02_EP03: Proposal Story from Cambodia 25:52

2y ago25:52

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In this episode, Ohh Folk travels to the Land of Smiles, Cambodia, and brings to you a very old traditional Khmer story. The story might be old but it addresses a deep-rooted social issue that is quite persistent to this date. It makes a refreshingly stark contrast. Interestingly this folk tale is still alive in Cambodia through a very special plac…

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Ep. 160 9XM SoundcasE ft. Harshit Chauhan 21:19

2y ago21:19

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Composer-arranger & singer Harshit Chauhan chats with Host Eva Bhatt about his passion for creating ‘original’ music and some interesting stories about his ‘hustle’ in the music world. He talks about his mentors, veterans Kalyanji Anandji and some other key people who helped him in his journey, till date, namely singer Divya Kumar, Aditya Narayan &…

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Ep. 159 9XM SoundcasE ft. Kanishk & Kavita Seth 34:32

2y ago34:32

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This episode features the young, multi-talented music composer-producer-singer Kanishk Seth & his mother, ‘Iktara’ fame’, Kavita Seth. They talk about their common passion to explore and experiment with different genres and styles in music – from Indian classical to Sufi & ghazals to contemporary. Their latest song ‘Rangisaari’ was an independent r…

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S02_EP02: Sea Salt Story from Taiwan 18:30

2y ago18:30

18:30

In the second episode of Season 2, we travel to Taiwan. This small island country of unexpected beauty has a rich and very old folktale culture but very few have explored it. In this episode, I bring to you a lesser-known Taiwanese folktale that has transcended the litmus test of time and has an extremely fascinating climax. Hope you enjoy listenin…

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Ep. 158 9XM SoundcasE ft. Gurbax 21:55

2y ago21:55

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Bengaluru based DJ/producer Kunaal Gurbaxani aka GURBAX is one of the top DJ/ producers in the Indian electronic music scene. After massive independent releases like ‘Boom Shankar’, ‘Aghori’ and ‘Aatank’, that have gathered over 50 million+ plays on YouTube alone, GURBAX is excited about his maiden album titled ‘Rebirth’, a futuristic 8-track compi…

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Ep. 157 9XM SoundcasE ft. Aaryan Banthia 22:58

2y ago22:58

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Listen to the young singer-composer-lyricist & guitarist Aaryan Banthia as he talks to Host Eva Bhatt about his eventful musical journey from Kolkata to Mumbai. His debut Hindi track ‘Yaadein’ was a rock ballad with a subtle touch of blues, after which he produced six more singles, both in Hindi & English. In this episode, he talks about his song ‘…

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S02_EP01: Sushi Story from Japan 21:23

2y ago21:23

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Every culture around the world relates some special food items with happiness, good luck, positivity, and new beginnings. So as I embark on Season 2 of Ohh Folk, no doubt I had to pick up a fascinating food tale to kick start this new chapter. Food that is beyond just a dish. Food that travels through time. Since the theme of this new season is 'En…

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Ep. 156 9XM SoundcasE ft. Shaan 35:14

2y ago35:14

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One of the most renowned and loved singers in India, with a glorious career of 20+ years, owning a string of superhits in the Hindi film industry (in other languages as well), in movies like Jhankaar Beats, Dil Chahta Hai, Fanaa, 3 Idiots, Saawariya, Jab We Met, Shaan talks to us about his undying passion for music and his evolving creative discipl…

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Ep. 155 9XM SoundcasE ft. Daniel B George 23:59

2y ago23:59

23:59

From Andhadhun, Agent Vinod, Helicopter Eela, Johnny Gaddar, , Bell Bottom to Judgementall Hai Kya and the latest Ashutosh Gowariker’s production Toolsidas Junior, music composer Daniel B George has carved his own niche in the Indian music industry. An award-winning music composer-arranger, Daniel never received any formal training in music. Howeve…

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Ep. 154 9XM SoundcastE ft. Dino James 12:51

2y ago12:51

12:51

Rapper, singer-songwriter, composer, music producer and YouTube sensation, Dino James, talks about his evolving creative discipline, his latest album ‘D’ and his experiments with different genres as a multi-faceted artist. From releasing his videos on YouTube, without any support to creating an impact through his hard-hitting lyrics, gathered from …

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Ep. 153 9XM SoundcastE ft. Dhruv Ghanekar 30:12

2y ago30:12

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One of the most versatile and loved musicians in the fusion/indie music scene in India, Dhruv Ghanekar talks to Host Eva Bhatt, about his evolving musical discipline and his projects, till date. He talks about one of the most anticipated movies starring Kangana Ranaut, ‘Dhakkad’, having composed the background score and being one of the music compo…

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Ep. 152 9XM SoundcastE Ft. Suchismita Banerjee 23:28

2y ago23:28

23:28

Hindustani classical vocalist Suchismita Das Banerjee chats with Host Eva Bhatt, about her musical training in Patiala Gharana, experiences, and her creative discipline. Spanning across 2 decades, her diverse musicality embraces everything from classical to ghazal to contemporary to film and world music forms. She has sung & co-written the songs in…

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Ep.151 9XM SoundcastE ft. Qaran 14:13

2y ago14:13

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Listen to the music composer-producer & singer, Qaran, talking about his music, his training and creative discipline. His ‘Tareefan’ ft. Badshah, in Veere Di Wedding was a rage & now he is back with a sensational single, ‘Ooo Ooo’ starring Ileana D Cruz. Qaran talks about the making of his songs & his take on the current music trends. Qaran talks a…

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Ep.150 9XM SoundcastE ft. Mike McCleary 19:22

2y ago19:22

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The versatile music composer, music producer, singer, lyricist Mikey McCleary, talks to Host Eva Bhatt about his musical journey till date, and his creative discipline. Besides his prolific work on soundtracks for ad-films, background scores and songs for Bollywood he is also well known for his re-interpretations of Bollywood classics under the sta…

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Ep.149 9XM SoundcastE ft. Neha Bhasin 21:28

2y ago21:28

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We have the singer of Bollywood chartbusters like ‘Dhunki’, ‘Kuch Khaas Hai’, ‘Jag Ghoomeya’, ‘Dil Diyan Gallan’& many more, Neha Bhasin, once again on the podcast, to talk about her recent achievements, challenges and her ever-evolving artistry. From Bollywood to indie, Punjabi folk to songs in multiple languages, the award-winning singer has capt…

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Ep.148 9XM SoundcastE ft. Manoj Muntashir 19:40

2+ y ago19:40

19:40

Renowned lyricist of some of the most popular & loved songs in Bollywood like ‘Teri Galliyan’ (Ek Villain), ‘Kaun Tujhe’ (MS Dhoni), ‘Teri Mitti’ (Kesari) etc., Manoj Muntashir, is on the podcast, once again, to share some inspiring thoughts & tips. After back-to-back chartbuster singles like ‘Lut Gaye’, ‘Humnava Mere’, the latest romantic single ‘…

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Ep.147 9XM SoundcastE ft. Lucky Ali 14:21

2+ y ago14:21

14:21

Lucky Ali, one of the most loved artists whose voice has defined Indian pop music and has captured the imagination of music lovers across generations & for decades, is on this episode, to share his heart out on music, life lessons, and ‘Intezaar’, his latest offering for his fans! After his successful collaboration with renowned composer/producer &…

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Ep.146 9XM SoundcastE ft. Amaan and Ayaan Ali 30:35

2+ y ago30:35

30:35

Sarod virtuosos Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash chat with Host Eva Bhatt about their love for Sarod & their phenomenal contribution towards the global music industry & excellence in the classical & contemporary music sphere. Disciples of their father, the great sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, they represent the seventh generation of a musical linea…

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Ep.145 9XM SoundcastE ft. Ajay-Atul 26:04

2+ y ago26:04

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Listen to one of the most prolific music composer duos, who have excelled in regional as well as mainstream Hindi cinema, Ajay-Atul, in this episode. From the National Award winning ‘Jogwa’; to the blockbuster soundtracks of ‘Natrang’, ‘Sairat’ to their Bollywood songs in movies like Agneepath, Brothers, Dhadak, Singham, Zero, Tanhaji, Super 30 & m…

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Ep.144 9XM SoundcastE ft. Sona Mohapatra- Women's Day Special 31:55

2+ y ago31:55

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Host Eva Bhatt talks to ‘Ambarsariya’ girl, Sona Mohapatra, on this episode, about her musical journey, her love for folk music & her creative discipline. Her latest indie release is ‘Noor’, composed by Ram Sampath. Known for her Bollywood hits like ‘Bedardi Raja’ (Delhi Belly), ‘Jiya Lage Na’ (Talaash), ‘Naina’ (Khoobsurat) etc., Mohapatra talks a…

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Ep.143 9XM SoundcastE ft. Neeti Mohan 22:29

2+ y ago22:29

22:29

Singer of superhit songs like ‘Jiya Re’ (Jab Tak Hai Jaan), ‘Ishq Wala Love’ (Student Of The Year) & ‘Sau Aasmaan’ (Baar Baar Dekho), Neeti Mohan chats up with host Eva Bhatt, in this episode about her creative discipline, her new work-life balance post motherhood & her latest songs. She talks about her work chemistry with various composers from A.…

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Ep.142 9XM SoundcastE ft. Arjun Kanugo 17:06

2+ y ago17:06

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Multi-talented artist Arjun Kanungo chats with Host Eva Bhatt, in this episode about his eventful journey as a singer, actor, composer and entrepreneur, till date. The singer of viral hits like 'Baaki Baatein Peene Baad', ‘Fursat’ & ‘Aaya Na Tu’, is back with a beautiful romantic single, ‘Baha Le Jaa’, sung & composed by him, written by Kunaal Verm…

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Ep.141 9XM SoundcastE ft. Pratibha Singh Baghel 31:26

2+ y ago31:26

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Host Eva Bhatt talks to Hindustani vocalist Pratibha Singh Baghel about her musical journey, her training & inspirations & her creative discipline. Awarded by the prestigious Mangeshkar Alankaran Award in 2008, National classical vocal category, the singer talks about her ‘musical’ upbringing in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, also the birthplace of the Late…

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Ep.140 9XM SoundcastE ft. Deedar Kaur 29:19

2+ y ago29:19

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This episode features a refreshing & a promising voice in the industry, Deedar Kaur, who has impressed music lovers with her earlier indie hits like ‘Munda London Da’ & ‘Ladeya Na Kar’. The young singer talks about her growing up years in Panipat, singing Kirtan at Gurudwaras, along with her siblings & learning from the journey of her elder sister,…

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Ep.139 9XM SoundcastE ft. Devil The Rhymer 39:11

2+ y ago39:11

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Abhay Prasad, better known as Devil The Rhymer, talks to Host Eva Bhatt, about his love for hip-hop music, his personal hustle & his debut album that has already made him the fastest rapper in India. The newest signee on Ranveer Singh’s artist collective and label IncInk, Devil The Rhymer offers his listeners a glimpse into his gripping, intricate …

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Ep.138 9XM SoundcastE ft. Kanika Kapoor 17:21

2+ y ago17:21

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The voice of chartbusters like ‘Baby Doll’, ‘Lovely’, ‘Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan’ to the sizzling track ‘Oo Bolega Ya Oo Oo Bolega’, Kanika Kapoor talks to Host Eva Bhatt about her musical journey. The Lucknow girl talks about her experiences of working with the best in the industry, the highs & lows, facing challenges & learning from success & failures…

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Ep.137 9XM SoundcastE ft. Romy 28:27

2+ y ago28:27

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Singer of superhit Bollywood tracks like ‘Challa’(Uri: The Surgical Strike), ‘Dum Dum’ (Phillauri), ‘Sanu Kehndi’ (Kesari), ‘Gabru’(Shubh Mangal Zyada Savdhaan), Romy, joins us on this episode to talk about his story & his musical journey from Patiala to Mumbai. He also talks about his Bengali - Punjabi roots, his great bonding with musicians Shash…

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Ep.136 9XM SoundcastE ft. Amit Mishra 39:13

2+ y ago39:13

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Singer of chartbusters in Bollywood movies like ‘Dilwale’, ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’, ‘Jagga Jasoos’, ‘Judwaa 2’ etc., Amit Mishra joins Host Eva Bhatt in this episode, to talk about his musical journey from Lucknow to Mumbai. His latest release is Pritam’s ‘Sakht Jaan’ for the movie ‘83’. He lets out some interesting, unheard stories about working with…

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Ep.135 9XM SoundcastE ft. Rachita Arora 37:45

2+ y ago37:45

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This episode features one of the most impactful singer-composer Rachita Arora. Her work as a music composer comprises of theatre (National School of Drama, ‘Pitaji Please’ & Makrand Deshpande’s ‘Epic Gadbad’), Bollywood films like Newton, Gurgaon, Kaamyaab, Mukkabaaz (4 songs), Shubh Mangal Savdhaan (background score), OTT films like ‘Choked’ & ser…

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