Gaurav Agarwal is the co-founder of Tata 1mg, India’s largest digital healthcare platform. He played a key role in revolutionizing India’s healthcare landscape. Returning from Silicon Valley, Gaurav leveraged his expertise to scale Tata 1mg, tackling cultural and operational challenges while driving strategic innovations. His journey offers deep insights into entrepreneurship, technology-driven impact, and business scaling in a complex market.00:00 - Key highlights. 01:42 - Introduction. 03:21 - Gaurav's major influences during early years. 10:05 - Gaurav's motivation for moving to the US and personal experience. 16:56 - Gaurav's return to India in 2013 and early challenges. 25:24 - Evolution of Tata 1mg and key inflection points. 35:42 - Experience on the day of the acquisition by TATA38:30 - Significance of being the largest Digital healthcare company in the country. 45:34 - 1 MG's current valuation. 47:14 - Gaurav's potential impact if he had remained in the US. 48:58 - Gaurav's advice for Indians abroad considering opportunities in India. 54:43 - Gaurav's suggested opportunities for those with strong conviction. 01:00:14 - Gaurav's personal obsessions outside of work. 01:01:09 - Common misconceptions about Gaurav.🔗 CONNECT WITH Gaurav Agarwal👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agarwalga🐦 Twitter - https://x.com/agarwal_gaurav🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ...🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/shivassangwan🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/1947Rise👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shiva-sin...🎙 ABOUT THE PODCASTOur purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳!1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drainand 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem.🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZiSpotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW.

Rahul Chowdhri is the co-founder of Stellaris Venture Partners, one of India's leading venture capital firms. Stellaris has backed some of the country's most successful startups, including Mamaearth and Whatfix.00:00 - Top Moments 01:29 - Introduction. 02:51 - Rahul's major influences during early years. 06:11 - Early days and founding story of Stellaris Venture Partners. 08:33 - Rahul meeting Ritesh and Alok. 09:37 - First believer who supported the fund’s launch. 11:44 - Founders who backed the fund and critical inflection point. 13:04 - Evolution of the fund since 2017, investment thesis, check size, and founder profile. 16:16 - Notable investment examples. 18:58 - Future trends in startups and venture capital. 22:30 - Scaling Indian companies from $50 billion to $100 billion+. 24:31 - Rahul's key lessons from 15+ years of investing. 25:15 - Rahul's biggest investment misses and lessons learned. 26:29 - Unique superpower of Ritesh and Alok. 27:32 - Rahul's current investment thesis. 27:55 - Rahul's desired changes in the startup ecosystem. 31:18 - Role of the Indian diaspora in scaling businesses from $10 billion to $200 billion+. 33:58 - Rahul's advice for Indians abroad considering opportunities in India. 36:16 - Changes over the last 20 years since moving to India. 38:34 - Steps to succeed in venture capital. 41:20 - Biggest challenges in building a fund. 42:37 - Rahul's personal obsessions outside of work. 43:44 - Rahul's essential life hack. 44:19 - Common misconceptions about Rahul. 45:30 - Rahul's work interests if money and attention were irrelevant. 46:27 - Three ideal dinner guests and reasons for the choice. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Rahul Chowdhri👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulchowdhri/🐦 Twitter- https://x.com/rchowdhri🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ...🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/shivassangwan🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/1947Rise👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shiva-sin...🎙 ABOUT THE PODCASTOur purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳!1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drainand 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem.🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZiSpotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW.

Ashish Kumar is a co-founder and General Partner at Fundamentum Partnership, an early growth-stage fund launched in 2017 with Nandan Nilekani and Sanjeev Aggarwal. Fundamentum backs tech-driven startups with product-market fit, leading or co-leading $25M-$40M rounds. Its second fund closed in 2022 at $227M, with a portfolio including unicorns like Pharmeasy and Spinny. Collectively, its companies have raised over $1B in follow-on funding. 00:00 - Top moments 01:29 - Intro 03:20 - Key influences during Ashish's early years. 06:26 - Ashish's hometown and educational background. 08:38 - Ashish's journey from moving to the US to working at Microsoft. 11:16 - Ashish's self-discovery through professional experiences. 14:33 - Ashish's reasons for returning to India and initial experiences. 17:36 - Ashish's returning companionand starting the first business. 19:31 - Explanation of a trade fair. 23:32 - Origin and story behind TBO.com. 28:24 - Ashish's interest in venture capital and journey with Fundamentum. 35:25 - Overview of Fundamentum’s role and operations. 40:00 - Investment examples and insights into fund operations. 44:03 - Growth investing reaching critical mass and need for local understanding. 48:10 - Blurring lines between private equity and venture capital and its impact on non-linear bets in India. 54:11 - Explanation of "outlier" business models. 01:03:23 - Ashish's advice for those abroad considering opportunities in India. 01:10:02 - Ashish's daily routine and work-life structure. 01:12:18 - Ashish's personal obsessions outside of professional life. 01:15:26 - Ashish's strategies for achieving highest potential. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Ashish Kumar 👥 Linkedin -   / ashishk   🐦 Twitter- https://x.com/ashishkumar?lang=en 🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA 💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ... 🐦 Twitter -   / shivassangwan   🐦 Twitter -   / 1947rise   👥 Linkedin -   / shiva-sin.  . 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Our purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳! 1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drain and 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem. 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZi Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5 🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

Kintan Brahmbhatt is a prominent entrepreneur, operator, and investor who has built and scaled products and businesses from zero to nearly 100 million customers. He is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of Olto, an AI platform for personalizing sales demos. Previously, he held key roles at Amazon, including GM & Co-Founder of Amazon Podcasts, Head of Product at Amazon Music, and IMDb. 00:00 - Top moments 01:37 - Introduction 02:43 - Kintan's influences during formative years. 07:46 - Kintan's motivation for moving to the US, college experience, and journey. 20:42 - Building trust and convincing leadership at Microsoft or Amazon. 24:41 - Inspiration behind Olto, its purpose, and envisioned outcomes. 28:48 - Kintan's advice for leaders looking to start their own ventures. 31:58 - Influence of mentors on Kintan in shaping the career in the US. 39:16 - Traits and skills contributing to the success of the Indian diaspora. 42:27 - Kintan's entry into the Indian tech ecosystem and excitement about its future. 45:28 - Kintan's obsessions outside of professional life. 47:36 - Kintan's unexplored interests or experiences due to lack of time. 52:17 - Kintan's traits recognized by friends. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Kintan Brahmbhatt 👥 Linkedin -   / kintan   🐦 Twitter- https://x.com/kintan 🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA 💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ... 🐦 Twitter -   / shivassangwan   🐦 Twitter -   / 1947rise   👥 Linkedin -   / shiva-sin.  . 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Our purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳! 1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drain and 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem. 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZi Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5 🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

Mayank Banerjee is the co-founder and CEO of Even Healthcare, currently valued $100 Million. Even is a healthcare provider that offers 24/7, unlimited consultations with in-house clinical and wellness team to offer episodic care, lifestyle care and managed care to keep members healthy and out of hospitals. 00:00 - Top moments 01:33 - Intro 02:53 - Mayank's influences during upbringing. 06:44 - Mayank's transition to the UK and the journey. 09:40 - Mayank's reasons for moving back to India. 12:32 - Inspiration and origin of Even Healthcare. 16:39 - Meeting co-founders and early experiences. 19:27 - Initial phase of building Even Healthcare. 23:29 - Description of Mayank's new healthcare model. 27:49 - Journey and evolution of Even Healthcare. 33:54 - Current scale of Even Healthcare. 36:42 - Even Healthcare first investor support. 40:12 - Mayank's skills from the UK applied in building the venture. 45:26 - Mayank's advice for those considering moving back to India. 48:55 - Mayank's current obsessions outside of work. 50:30 - Mayank's unfulfilled personal ambitions. 53:01 - Mayank's version to his friends. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Mayank Banerjee 👥 Linkedin -   / mayank-banerjee   🐦 Twitter - https://x.com/meeyanki 🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA 💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ... 🐦 Twitter -   / shivassangwan   🐦 Twitter -   / 1947rise   👥 Linkedin -   / shiva-sin.  . 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Our purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳! 1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drain and 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem. 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZi Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5 🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

Neel Ghose is a renowned social entrepreneur and the Co-Founder of the Robin Hood Army, a volunteer-based organization dedicated to combating hunger and food waste across the globe. Over the past decade, the Robin Hood Army has grown into a massive network of volunteers, impacting millions of lives. Alongside his social initiatives, Neel has had a distinguished career with global companies like Zomato, Google Pay, and Skyscanner, where he made significant contributions to their growth and innovation. 00:00 - Highlighting top moments. 01:56 - Introduction. 04:10 - Neel's influences during early years. 08:45 - Neel's motivation behind joining Zomato at the time. 15:08 - Building friendships at work versus prioritizing them. 16:41 - Neel's experience at Harvard Business School and reasons for returning to India. 23:33 - Joining Google Pay and key skills or experiences gained. 30:51 - Origin, journey, and current status of Robin Hood Army. 39:19 - Major setback at Robin Hood Army and lessons learned. 43:06 - Decision-making process for new initiatives and vision for Robin Hood Army. 46:39 - Leadership growth through Robin Hood Army. 50:02 - Neel's advice for young individuals aiming to create an impact. 53:36 - Neel's transition to Skyscanner. 57:30 - Evolution of Indian travel spending and future trends. 01:04:46 - Neel's message for Indians abroad considering returning to contribute to India's growth. 01:07:23 - Neel's personal excitement outside of work. 01:08:59 - Neel's image among friends. 01:10:58 - Neel's ideal dinner guests and reasons for choosing them. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Neel Ghose 👥 Linkedin -   / neelghose   🐦 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blueghose/?... 🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA 💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ... 🐦 Twitter -   / shivassangwan   🐦 Twitter -   / 1947rise   👥 Linkedin -   / shiva-sin.  . 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Our purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳! 1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drain and 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem. 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZi Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5 🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

Sahil Jain is a prominent entrepreneur and the Co-Founder of Dineout, an online platform that allows users to reserve tables at restaurants across India. Swiggy Acquired Dineout for $120 Million in 2022. 00:00 - Top Moments 01:42 - Introduction 03:04 - Factors that shaped Sahil's growth during childhood 04:16 - Beginnings of Sahil's start-up journey 08:33 - Early journey of Dineout 13:43 - First believer and the fundraising journey 17:57 - Evolution of Dineout 26:20 - Four partners' experience of signing the term sheet 27:12 - Current scale of Dineout 29:02 - Influences on building Dineout 31:04 - Challenge that Sahil overcame that gives him confidence 35:43 - Evolution of dining out culture and future outlook 40:42 - Potential impact comparison between Sahil staying in the US and returning to India 42:19 - Sahil's concept and goals of the new company 47:29 - Sahil's message to Indians abroad considering opportunities in India 53:03 - Sahil's identity outside of work 54:22 - Sahil's activities outside of work that provide energy 🔗 CONNECT WITH Sahil Jain 👥 Linkedin -   / sahilj   🐦 Twitter - https://x.com/sahil685 🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA 💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ... 🐦 Twitter -   / shivassangwan   🐦 Twitter -   / 1947rise   👥 Linkedin -   / shiva-sin.  . 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Our purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳! 1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drain and 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem. 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZi Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5 🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

Sailesh is the Managing Partner at Rocketship.vc. A global VC fund notable for data-driven investment approach. Prior to rocketship.vc, Sailesh was CTO and co-founder of LocBox which got acquired by Square before that Sailesh helped build Kosmix which they sold to Walmart. 00:00 - Top Moments 01:36 - Intro 03:15 - Factors that shaped Sailesh's personal development during childhood. 11:53 - Key instance that led Sailesh to pursuing a career in AI. 13:52 - Sailesh's experience of founding and running two companies. 25:42 - Evolution of the Indian tech ecosystem and reasons for Rocketship's early-stage investments. 32:23 - Examples of companies, discovery process, and Rocketship’s investing approach. 43:00 - Unique advantages of the Indian technology ecosystem over others globally. 46:48 - Sailesh's advice for the Indian diaspora on contributing to the Indian digital ecosystem. 50:08 - Sailesh's recognition among friends 53:19 - Sailesh's dessert preference.

Dheeraj Pandey is a standout Indian-born American tech entrepreneur and philanthropist. He founded Nutanix took it public in 2018, and it’s now worth $17 billion. These days, he’s the co-founder and CEO of DevRev, valued at $1.1 billion. 00:00 - Top moments 01:23 - Intro 02:43 - Factors that had the greatest influence on Dheeraj during his childhood. 05:44 - Dheeraj's motivation for relocating to the US and the journey details. 09:04 - Dheeraj's pathway into the technology industry. 15:29 - Core values that contributed to Nutanix's success. 20:34 - Opportunity identified in building DevRev and the envisioned outcome. 26:23 - Influential instances or mentors that impacted Dheeraj's career direction. 27:36 - Influence of Indian heritage on Dheeraj's professional success. 30:19 - Dheeraj's personal journey related to India. 32:30 - Evolution of India’s ecosystem, lessons learned, and future excitement. 37:20 - Unique advantages of India’s tech ecosystem compared to global counterparts. 39:57 - Dheeraj's personal journey in giving back. 44:04 - Dheeraj's advice for Indian diasporas. 48:44 - A friend's perspective of Dheeraj 49:56 - Three ideal dinner guests (alive or deceased) and reasons for Dheeraj's selection.

Matt Chitharanjan, the Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, a prominent coffee brand based in New Delhi, India. Recently, Blue Tokai raised $35 million, valuing the company at approximately $180 million. 00:00 - Top moments 01:21 - Intro 02:44 - What shaped Matt the most while growing up. 04:13 - Matt's education, college and experience at work 05:52 - Reason to move back to India 06:53 - Life changing moment 12:17 - Early days of Blue Tokai 16:14 - Things that shaped Matt as a person 18:54 - Evolution of customer transparency 20:27 - Inflection point that led to boosted confidence 24:38 - Magical outcome you for Blue Tokai 25:32 - Overcoming the hardest times 27:52 - What kept Matt going 28:45 - Evolution of consumer behaviour 31:40 - Matt's vision for the coffee market 34:17 - One thing, Matt wishes he knew earlier, about building Blue Tokai 36:41 - A customer story that stayed with Matt 38:23 - Matt's advice to folks considering moving back to India?l 40:37 - Matt's typical day 42:32 - Matt's sleep schedule 42:59 - Matt's obsession outside of work 43:40 - A decision altering regret 44:52 - Risk taking ability 45:23 - A setback which was a blessing in disguise 46:33 - Kindest thing towards Matt 🔗 CONNECT WITH Matt Chitharanjan 👥 Linkedin -  / mchitharanjan   🐦 Twitter - https://x.com/matt_chith 🔗 CONNECT WITH SHIVA 💌 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter - https://1947tech.substack.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfiQ... 🐦 Twitter -   / shivassangwan   🐦 Twitter -   / 1947rise   👥 Linkedin -   / shiva-sin.  . 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Our purpose is to help startups go mainstream in 🇮🇳! 1947 Rise Podcast is helping in accelerating the speed of reverse brain drain and 1947 Operators Podcast is helping in increasing the number of operator-angels in the startup ecosystem. 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3KI3bZi Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AEO5z5 🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW