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India’s startup ecosystem has many builders — but only a few catalysts.Utsav Somani is one of them.From cold-emailing Naval Ravikant to launching AngelList India, and from early bets on ‪@CoinDCX‬ and ‪@BharatPeIndia‬ to building Offline, Utsav has helped shape India’s modern angel investing movement.In this episode of the Create Wealth podcast, our co-founder Sandeep Jethwani sits down with Utsav to decode his journey — one of backing 180+ startups, creating access for founders where there was none, and now, solving for depth in India’s founder-investor networks.Utsav opens up about his investment philosophy, lessons from massive exits, his evolving portfolio, and why private communities like Offline are the next frontier for serious wealth builders.In this episode, Utsav reveals:1️⃣ What it took to build India’s early-stage investing infrastructure from scratch2️⃣ How Utsav translated Naval’s principles into actionable strategy3️⃣ The thesis behind some of his biggest investments4️⃣ What goes into a 100x return — and why most people get angel investing wrong5️⃣ Why he’s betting on curated, offline communities in a world obsessed with scaleThis is the kind of conversation that rewires how you think about investing and networking.🎥 Listen to the full podcast now!#createwealthpodcast #navalravikant #naval #startup #angelinvesting #wealthcreation #dezervFollow Sandeep Jethwani on:LinkedIn -   / sandeepjethwani  X -   / sandeepjethwani  Follow Dezerv on:LinkedIn -   / dezerv-in  Instagram -   / dezerv.in  X -   / dezervhq  300,000+ wealth creators have reviewed their mutual fund portfolios and received an in-depth analysis of their investments. You can get started too - https://wealthcheckup.onelink.me/aenA...

Private clubs are becoming modern sanctuaries for India’s wealth creators — built for those who value privacy, taste, and access.They’re where top founders, investors, and creatives meet — not to be seen, but to connect with intent.At The Quorum Club, membership means being part of a curated circle — one that’s always exchanging ideas, building relationships, and shaping what comes next.In the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast, our co-founder, Sandeep Jethwani, sits down with Vivek Narain — founder of The Quorum — to take you inside this new world of quiet power and curated access.In this episode, Vivek shares: 1️⃣ What it takes to build a modern private club in India 2️⃣ How curation creates a lasting community 3️⃣ Why experience is the new moat in lifestyle brands 4️⃣ What the future looks like for hospitality, real estate, and culture🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1BYR5WSGWE

Meet the man who sold his business and then, just as the final tranche was completed, bought the company back from his investors Deep Bajaj's journey is one of innovation, astute leadership and clarity of thought.For the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast, I sat down with Deep Bajaj, the founder of Sirona —  India’s leading female hygiene brand.Deep’s story of building a brand, selling it through one of India's biggest FemTech exits, and then buying it back from the investors is extremely interesting. In this episode, Deep shares:1️⃣ How he built Sirona by exploring all distribution channels2️⃣ Raising external capital and eventually selling the company to Good Glamm Group3️⃣ Why he decided to buy the company back4️⃣ How D2C founders should think about scaling and building a brandWatch now!

In this episode, Sandeep speaks with Akash Saxena, the CTO of JioHotstar, whose efforts have shattered ceilings in live streaming—achieving a record-breaking 62 million concurrent viewers. From their first-ever live-streamed India-Pakistan match crashing in 2014-15, the team recognised India's enormous streaming demand and built capabilities ambitious enough to even take on YouTube. In this episode, Akash shares:1️⃣ How IPL live streaming actually works2️⃣ JioHotstar’s operations that mirror Formula 1’s precision, speed, and performance at scale.3️⃣ Reliance’s tech-driven innovation with a sharp, business-first mindset4️⃣ How JioHotstar is leveraging AI to enhance its storytelling and build audience engagementThis episode is a masterclass in foresight, problem-solving and building global-scale products right here in India.🎥 Watch the full video now - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnUZvxqSe0c&t=2s

In the latest Create Wealth podcast, our co-founder, Sandeep Jethwani, speak to Amit Damani, co-founder of StayVista, who is helping second homeowners turn their idle properties into income-generating assets.Managing a second home can be incredibly challenging—they need regular upkeep, and nearly 90% of them remain underutilised.StayVista was formed to close this very gap—by renting second homes to travellers seeking premium, private stays.They identify good locations where families and groups would like to vacation, provide a standardised luxury experience to travellers and help homeowners earn up to INR 1.5-3 lakh per month from their properties.🎥 Watch the full podcast now!#createwealthpodcast #hospitality #hotel #postcardhotel #eazydiner #india

"If Elon Musk was visiting India, would he stay in this hotel?"Can you think of a better north star metric for a hospitality brand?Meet Kapil Chopra, ex-President of Oberoi Hotels who uses this guiding principle to build Postcard Hotel - a luxury hotel chain that is giving traditional players like Taj and Oberoi tough competition!No Check-In/Check-Out Time All day breakfastComplimentary drinksOffbeat locations and rustic architecture The Postcard Hotel boasts all this and more. In this episode, Kapil shares how Postcard Hotels, which has fast become the go-to option for celebrities, entrepreneurs, and wealth creators, will ensure that you never forget your stay with them. There's more!Did you know, Kapil is also the founder of EazyDiner, the premium restaurant discovery and instant reservation platform?With such vast experience in the hospitality industry, Kapil shares interesting insights on every aspect of running a luxury hospitality company. From how to bowl over patrons with a once-in-a-lifetime experience to beating old players like Taj and Oberoi, from how to earn 100x returns by investing in a hotel to how the rich travel - in this episode, Kapil shares insights that will blow your mind.This one's for all those who dream of creating something extraordinary, who believe that attention to the smallest details makes the biggest difference, and who understand that true luxury isn't about opulence—it's about creating meaningful experiences.

Ashish Dhawan, a prominent figure in India's investment scene and founder of ChrysCapital, shares his transformative journey from private equity to philanthropy. He discusses his ambitious plan to donate over ₹1000 crores in a decade, emphasizing the crucial role of collective effort in nation-building. Ashish also explores long-term investment strategies, the significance of early childhood education, and the pivotal synergy between philanthropy and government in driving social progress.

In the latest episode of the Create Wealth Podcast, Sandeep Jethwani speaks with Rishabh Shroff, Co-Head at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas.As a trusted advisor to billionaires, family offices, and leading corporations, Rishabh has decades of experience in high-stakes disputes, complex negotiations, and wealth and legacy planning.Key highlights:➡️ How families like the Godrejs and Tatas manage disputes and transitions➡️ The three pillars of preserving generational wealth➡️ The untold story of Amarchand Mangaldas's split🔗 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/kn0Ml9OGjtE

In the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Saurabh Gadgil, the Chairman and Managing Director at PNG Jewellers.Saurabh is the 6th generation business owner and has been running this 192-year-old company for over 25 years now.A few months ago, Saurabh reached a major milestone — taking PNG Jewellers public with a successful IPO and joining the billionaire's club.In this podcast, he shares:➡️ How PNG Jewellers has stayed relevant across 6 generations.➡️ Strategic pivots that paved the way for a billion-dollar IPO.➡️ Why trust and relationships are the foundation of PNG’s enduring success.From preserving tradition to navigating modern business challenges, Saurabh’s journey is extremely interesting for business owners, founders and entrepreneurs.

How did an ex-Amazon engineer discover a billion-dollar opportunity in jewellery?The journey of Gaurav Kushawaha, the founder of BlueStone, one of India’s leading jewellery brands is a story of resilience, business acumen and adherence to first-principles. Watch the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast, where Sandeep Jethwani talks to Gaurav Kushwaha about how he grew BlueStone into an INR 8,000 company and disrupted the jewellery industry in India.