The BarberShop with Shantanu

In this engaging episode of Shantanu’s podcast, we’re joined by @VarunMayya, a visionary entrepreneur, tech innovator, and author known for his cutting-edge insights on technology and content creation. Together, Varun and Shantanu discuss a variety of compelling topics, from the potential of AI avatars and deepfake technology to the evolving relationship between AI and content creation.Varun offers his unique perspective on how to build long-term intellectual property, and develop personal branding strategies. Discover how AI, technology, and innovative thinking are revolutionizing content creation and personal branding. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation packed with actionable advice and forward-looking perspectives on tech, AI, and content creation!Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorprenuer 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor and you could stand a chance to win a contract ≈ ₹10 Lakh, influencer deals, and a feature with Shantanu on The Barbershop!Here’s how to jump in:1. Sign up through the link in bio.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @Bombayshavingcompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaunThis is your chance to shine! Show us what you have got and register here: https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

Revant Himatsingka, aka Foodpharmer known for his innovative approach towards content, shares his journey in this insightful episode. With topics ranging from monetising content to the future of @Foodpharmer , Revant offers valuable advice for aspiring creators and entrepreneurs alike.The episode opens with an introduction to Revant’s background in content creation, highlighting his path and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Delving into the essentials of how he monetises his content, Revant reveals practical strategies for creators to turn their passion into profit, making it an invaluable guide for those aiming to sustain their passion projects financially with honesty.Revant further explores the concept of FoodPharmer, emphasizing why it’s a necessary model across various business sectors. In discussing Revant’s future goals, he shares his vision and ambitions, offering a roadmap for anyone looking to expand their impact through transparency.The episode wraps up with Revant’s review of the Sensi Smart 3 Razor, giving a glimpse into his content creation style and commitment to honest reviews and a very interesting rapid-fire round where Revant discloses his plans of becoming the Health Minister in 2029. Packed with actionable insights and forward-thinking ideas, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow in the content creation space and drive real value across industries.Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorprenuer 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor and you could stand a chance to win a contract ≈ ₹10 Lakh, influencer deals, and a feature with Shantanu on The Barbershop!Here’s how to jump in:1. Sign up through the link in bio.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @Bombayshavingcompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun.This is your chance to shine! Show us what you have got and register here:https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

In this episode Shantanu Deshpande, CEO of Bombay Shaving Company, and Tanmay Bhat dive into the quest to find India’s next top creator! 🎨🚀Tanmay gives shoutouts to his favorite content creators, from Zakir Khan’s unmatched wisdom to Kunal Kamra’s unexpected passion for farming. He also highlights the reason for success of Samay Raina. Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or just someone curious about content, this episode is packed with valuable insights on building brands, taking creative risks, and the power of collaboration.Think you have what it takes to be India’s Smartest Creator? Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)Here’s how to join the challenge:1. Sign up through the link below2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun.This is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here: https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9#Razorpreneur #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun #BombayShavingCompany #ShantanuDeshpande #TanmayBhat #Entrepreneurship #contentcreation

Yashraj Mukhate is known for transforming content on the Internet into viral music sensations - like Rasode Mein Kaun Tha (featuring Rupal Patel), Tuada Kutta Tommy (featuring Shehnaz Gill), Charsulli Gardulli (featuring Rakhi Sawant).Be it Pawri Hoi Hai or Biggini Shoot, Yashraj has repeatedly proven that virality can be engineered and is not a fluke.In this episode, ‪@YashrajMukhateOfficial‬ shares his inspiring journey -- from an aspiring musician to a social media sensation -- in his conversation with Shantanu Deshpande. Discover how Yashraj crafts music content that resonates with millions, time and again.Yashraj shares deep insights with Shantanu, he shares his creative process, the software he uses for music production and the strategies that help his content go viral on platforms like Instagram and YouTube, this episode is a masterclass for any musician with a unique talent to break the Internet.Furthermore, for young entrepreneurs and music creators, this episode is packed with actionable tips on producing engaging content, and building an audience.🚀 Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)Here’s how to join the challenge:1. Sign up on the link below.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaunThis is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here:https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

Step into @sahibabalii dynamic world in this exciting episode! From starring in movies to hosting Shark Tank, Sahiba takes us behind the scenes of her multifaceted career. She opens up about how her time at Zomato played a pivotal role in helping her network and connect with influential people in the industry. She talks about her vision for building a content-driven enterprise and how storytelling is the key to connecting with audiences and building a lasting brand.Get ready to be inspired as Sahiba reveals her future goals and the strategies that have made her a true multitasking queen. From acting to entrepreneurship to working with Samay Raina and Netflix, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to carve their path in the entertainment and business world. Watch now to discover how Sahiba balances her many roles and what drives her to keep innovating in a competitive industry!🚀 Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)Here’s how to join the challenge:1. Sign up through the link below2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaunThis is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here:https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

Kenny Sebastian is known to be a comedic maestro who is celebrated for his stand ups like Middle Class Restaurant Problems; Indian Parents, OCD and Electricity at Home. He has masterfully turned the mundane into hilarious anecdotes, captivating audiences across the globe with his relatable charm.In this episode, @KennySebastian shares his inspiring journey and thoughts on building a brand that runs in the long run - in his conversation with Shantanu Deshpande. Find how Youtube helped him go viral and touch the lives of so many people.Kenny reveals how he draws inspiration from major companies like Google to understand business strategies and shares the key lessons he's learned from business books like Small Giants. He opens up about his fear of scalability and how he almost gave up before his viral success with Middle Class Restaurant Problems. This episode serves as a masterclass for anyone looking to build a lasting brand with meaningful impact.Additionally, for young artists and entrepreneurs, it’s packed with invaluable insights and practical advice on creating engaging content and growing an audience.Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorprenuer 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor and you could stand a chance to win a contract ≈ ₹10 Lakh, influencer deals, and a feature with Shantanu on The Barbershop!Here’s how to jump in:1. Sign up through the link in bio.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @Bombayshavingcompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun.

Yashraj Mukhate is known for transforming content on the Internet into viral music sensations - like Rasode Mein Kaun Tha (featuring Rupal Patel), Tuada Kutta Tommy (featuring Shehnaz Gill), Charsulli Gardulli (featuring Rakhi Sawant).Be it Pawri Hoi Hai or Biggini Shoot, Yashraj has repeatedly proven that virality can be engineered and is not a fluke. In this episode, ‪@YashrajMukhateOfficial‬ shares his inspiring journey -- from an aspiring musician to a social media sensation -- in his conversation with Shantanu Deshpande. Discover how Yashraj crafts music content that resonates with millions, time and again.Yashraj shares deep insights with Shantanu, he shares his creative process, the software he uses for music production and the strategies that help his content go viral on platforms like Instagram and YouTube, this episode is a masterclass for any musician with a unique talent to break the Internet. Furthermore, for young entrepreneurs and music creators, this episode is packed with actionable tips on producing engaging content, and building an audience.🚀 Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)Here’s how to join the challenge:1. Sign up through the link in bio.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaunThis is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here:https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

Step into @sahibabalii dynamic world in this exciting episode! From starring in movies to hosting Shark Tank, Sahiba takes us behind the scenes of her multifaceted career. She opens up about how her time at Zomato played a pivotal role in helping her network and connect with influential people in the industry. She talks about her vision for building a content-driven enterprise and how storytelling is the key to connecting with audiences and building a lasting brand.Get ready to be inspired as Sahiba reveals her future goals and the strategies that have made her a true multitasking queen. From acting to entrepreneurship to working with Samay Raina and Netflix, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to carve their path in the entertainment and business world. Watch now to discover how Sahiba balances her many roles and what drives her to keep innovating in a competitive industry!🚀 Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)Here’s how to join the challenge:1. Sign up through the link in bio.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaunThis is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here:https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

In this episode Shantanu Deshpande, CEO of Bombay Shaving Company, and Tanmay Bhat dive into the quest to find India’s next top creator! 🎨🚀Tanmay gives shoutouts to his favorite content creators, from Zakir Khan’s unmatched wisdom to Kunal Kamra’s unexpected passion for farming. He also highlights the reason for success of Samay Raina. Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or just someone curious about content, this episode is packed with valuable insights on building brands, taking creative risks, and the power of collaboration.Think you have what it takes to be India’s Smartest Creator? Showcase your creativity with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor! You could win a contract worth ₹10 Lakh, secure influencer deals, and get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop. (T&Cs apply)Here’s how to join the challenge:1. Sign up through the link in bio.2. Create a reel, ad, or post featuring the Sensi Smart 3 Razor.3. Tag @BombayShavingCompany with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun.This is your chance—don’t let it slip by! Show us what you’ve got and register here: https://bit.ly/3Y6LZU9

Join us for a power-packed conversation with Tanmay Bhat, Sahiba Bali, Shashank Mehta, Revant Himatsingka, and Shantanu Deshpande about how to be successful at content creation in today’s world. These creators and entrepreneurs have mastered the game of content, brand-building, and monetization, and they’re here to spill their secrets (some really brutal ones).💡 What's in it for you?If you’ve been looking for a moment to break the Internet with your groundbreaking content, this is it. This is the opportunity to turn it into reality.This episode is full of real-world advice on storytelling, building trust, and using user-generated content (UGC) to fuel your brand. Most importantly, how to make money from it all! Get the scoop on what really works in today’s creator economy.🚀 Want to Join the Action IRL?Participate in Razorpreneur 2.0! Create any type of content using Sensi Smart 3 Razor as a prop/medium and showcase your creativity the best way you can. Compete for exciting rewards like mentorship, cash prizes, and influencer deals. If you ask us - this is the easiest, quickest way to kickstart your content creation journey.How to Participate: 1. Sign up for Razorpreneur 2.0 on https://shorturl.at/rjKLM and create a unique code. 2. Create an outstanding piece of content with the Sensi Smart 3 Razor. 3. Hit publish. (Don’t forget to use your unique code) 4. Follow, tag and collaborate with us, with #IndiaKaSmartestCreatorKaun so we can track your submission. What do you get? Influencer deals, get featured with Shantanu on The Barbershop, cash rewards of ₹1L+, exclusive mentorship from the best content creators in business and so much more! If you think your content deserves a bigger audience, apply now! 🚀

In this episode of The Barbershop, Shantanu sits down with Krish Ramineni, founder of Fireflies.ai, an AI-powered app that is transforming the role of an executive assistant. Krish shares his journey of building a groundbreaking tool that automates meeting notes, summaries, and task management, revolutionizing how teams work and communicate. Dive into the world of AI, learn how Fireflies.ai is streamlining workflows for businesses, and get inspired by Krish’s entrepreneurial insights. If you're interested in the future of AI and productivity, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

In this episode of The Barbershop, Shantanu sits down with Aseem Dhru, CEO of SBFC, to discuss the challenges and realities of India's extremely complicated financial landscape. Tune in for an engaging conversation about housing, the personal loan industry, and how SBFC is making a difference in helping people achieve their financial goals. Don't miss this candid talk on the financial landscape in India!

In today’s episode of The BarberShop with Shantanu, Shantanu Deshpande (CEO and Founder, Bombay Shaving Company) sits down for a conversation with Sukhleen Aneja (Ex CEO, Good Glamm Brands, Ex- HUL, L’Oreal). We discuss Sukhleen’s varied and rich career trajectory, her takeaways, insights, and learnings over the years.

In this episode of The Barbershop with Shantanu, we sit down with Varun Khaitan and Raghav Chandra, Co-founders of Urban Company, and try to understand how to crack service in India. Join us as Varun and Raghav reveal the secrets behind Urban Company's remarkable growth strategy and how they have built and scaled a leading service business in India. From understanding the unique challenges of the Indian market to crafting innovative service offerings such as the variety of Native appliances they offer, Varun and Raghav share their journey and the key tactics that have made Urban Company a household name, and one that many Indians in urban India now trust! Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply interested in the service industry, this episode offers valuable insights into the dynamics of building and scaling a successful service business in India.

Welcome to another Roundtable Edition of the Barbershop. where we gather the best in the business to talk about issues relevant to building in 2024. Our guests are: 🎙️Deepak Garg, Founder, Rivigo & Anywhere Jobs 🎙️Kiran Deshpande, Former CEO, TechMahindra & Founder, MOJO Networks 🎙️Arindam Paul, Founding Member & CBO, Atomberg 🎙️Arjun Purkayastha, SVP & Managing Director, Reckitt Greater China 🎙️Aniket Nikumb, Founding Member, Mensa Brands

In this exciting episode, Shantanu sits down with the Romita Mazumdar, CEO and Founder of Foxtale, a rapidly growing brand in the Beauty & Personal Care (BPC) space in India. Join us as we delve into the incredible journey of a former banker turned founder and explore their inspiring story of conquering the personal care market. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and innovative strategies that have propelled Foxtale to the forefront of the D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) landscape. Learn how they identified a gap in the market, developed unique products tailored to Indian consumers, and built a brand that resonates with customers across the nation. From market research and product development to effective marketing techniques and scaling the business, this D2C masterclass offers invaluable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone interested in the personal care industry. Tune in to hear firsthand accounts of the obstacles faced and lessons learned on the path to success. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes workings of a thriving personal care brand, this episode is packed with knowledge, inspiration, and actionable advice.

Join us as we dive deep with Foodpharmer, a passionate health crusader, solo content creator, and influential voice in health policy. In this episode of TBWS, we explore his journey, from tackling big companies to promoting conscious capitalism. Discover his strategies for navigating the complex world of health and wellness, the challenges he faces, and the victories he's achieved. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that sheds light on the power of individual influence in shaping health narratives. Watch now and get inspired to make a difference in your own community!

Join us in this D2C Masterclass featuring Moxie Beauty, where we delve into the intricacies of building a haircare brand specifically tailored for Indian hair. Discover the unique challenges and innovative strategies employed by Moxie Beauty to crack the Indian haircare market. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a beauty enthusiast, this masterclass is packed with insights and takeaways that will inspire and inform. Don't miss out!

In this exciting new episode of The Barbershop, we break down the future of the food industry in India, with an exciting roster of guests! 🎙️Ravi Nigam, Founder, TastyBite 🎙️Raghav Verma, Co-founder, Chaayos 🎙️Sameer Khetarpal, MD & CEO, Jubilant Foodworks 🎙️Shashank Mehta, Founder and CEO, The Whole Truth Foods 🎙️Arjun Purkayastha, Senior VP, and Managing Director, Reckitt We discuss important food trends, case studies of mind-blowing food technologies, and a lot more.

Welcome to another episode of The Barbershop! In this episode, Shantanu sits down with the founder of Go Zero, Kiran Shah, as he decodes the success of the ice-cream business. We dive deep into the details of the business, including what led to Go Zero’s meteoric growth this summer on quick-commerce channels!Tune in for a highly educational masterclass!