When I started  Chai With Ilachi , I thought I was creating a podcast.This year showed me something much bigger I was sitting across from  real people carrying real dreams, real fears, and real battles . Different guests. Different industries. Different journeys. Yet, underneath every conversation, I kept hearing the  same truths repeating in different voices . Here are 10 lessons I learned as a host this year, lessons that stayed with me long after the cameras stopped roll

When I first sat down with Mark Bennington  on Chai With Ilachi , I sensed that this conversation would go far beyond filmography. There was something deeply human about his story — a creative spirit constantly evolving, reshaping himself across continents, cultures, and artistic forms. As someone who often explores journeys of transformation on my show, Mark’s path — from the studios of Hollywood to the sets of Bollywood — spoke to me on a personal level. It’s a reminder tha

My Conversation With Rishabh Sawhney on Chai With Ilachi When I created  Chai With Ilachi , my goal was clear—to build a podcast that...

Ankit’s big break came with Rishton Ka Chakravyuh on Star Plus, where he played the male lead. Sitting across from him, I could sense the passion with which he spoke about his debut and the challenges of making it in Indian television without any acting background. His dedication and authenticity quickly made him a household name.