The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life.
Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity.
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The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life.
Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity.
Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.
Ever wondered who’s behind the voice that made your childhood feel like magic? In this episode of Call Him Curious, host Shikhar Varshney sits down with India’s most iconic voice artist — Sonal Kaushal, known to millions as The Motor Mouth and the voice behind Doraemon, Chhota Bheem, Harley Quinn, and dozens more.
This is not just an interview. It’s a deep-dive into how voice acting works, how a young girl from Delhi turned into the sound of a generation, and why voice-over artistry is far more layered, technical, and powerful than most people realize.
0:00 – 1:35 – Coming up
1:55 – 5:05 – The Motor Mouth Journey
5:06 – 8:59 – How She Treated Fame
9:58 – 11:26 – First Audition
11:27 – 12:51 – Voice vs. Screen Acting
12:55 – 18:05 – Pro Voice Acting Tips
18:15 – 19:44 – Breathing Matters
21:47 – 23:42 – Speak with your Head
24:47 – 27:50 – Reality of Voice Institutes
28:43 – 30:12 – Indian Animation Today: Limits & creative freedom.
30:41 – 33:22 – Cartoons Then vs. Now
33:23 – 36:50 – Prank Call with @ComicKaustubhAgarwal
37:07 – 39:46 – Bollywood in Cartoon Voices
40:01 – 42:51 – Closing Thoughts and Wrap-up
Whether you’re a budding voice artist, an animation lover, or simply curious about the craft of creating unforgettable characters, this episode is your crash course in the voice acting world with India's cartoon queen.
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Call Him Curious
The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life.
Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity.
Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.
