In this episode I am joined by Neeraj Pandey (writer) and Helly Shah (writer), and we debate if writers romanticise childhood or not! We also discuss Neeraj's first novel "Door Aasmaan Mein" in detail. Hope you like the episode.

And after a long break, 'Main Tera Mehmaan' is back with a very special episode featuring Daahab Chishti , a wonderful human and equally brilliant comedian. This podcast is brought to you in collaboration with Varnan Films. Credits: Directed by Vernita Verma Produced by Varnan Films & Nihal P. Camera: Mayank Agrawal & Rohan Saini Editor: Gajender Solanki Special Thanks to Joy Sharma

In the latest episode we discuss the family structures and how they impact our lives. We debate and discuss if the rigid structures are changing with time or not. I am joined by Rishabh Pratipaksh (writer, whose latest book 'Familynama' is discussed in this podcast) and Neeraj Pandey (writer). Happy listening!

In this episode we discuss and debate what the future of digital journalism in India (and larger world) will look like. I am joined by Amit Bhardwaj, a young journalist who has worked with various prestigious media organisations. He is currently working with India Today group. I am also joined by Rishabh Pratipaksh, who is an authour. Do let us know what do you think about the episode!

In this episode we discuss the world of Hindi pulp fiction. Satya Vyas, apart from being a brilliant writer, is an encyclopedia when it comes to hindi pulp fiction. He shares his insight on the topic. Rishabh Pratipaksh and Vishwas Sharma (writers) join me in discussing and understanding pulp fiction with Satya Vyas.

In this very special episode of 'The Usual Debate', I and Rishabh are joined by Manav Kaul who discusses his writing, death and the new novel 'Titali'. It's genuinely a fascinating episode as we get to know Manav's experience of writing 'Titali'.

In this episode of the Usual Debate we explore why villages are portrayed romantically in literature, especially Hindi literature (and also in Hindi cinema). Nilotpal Mrinal, acclaimed author, joins me and Rishabh Pratipaksh in this discussion.

In this episode of 'The Usual Debate', se talk something which is very close to our heart - art! We constantly discuss the meaning of art - and this episode is one such exercise in understanding the meaning of art. Puneet Sharma (lyricist-writer) and Rishabh Pratipaksh (writer) join me in this fun episode.

In this episode we discuss if it is of any help to take recommendations from people. Ironically we end up giving a lot of book recommendations! Rishabh Pratipaksh (writer), Vishwas Sharma (writer) and Sagar Vishnoi (political analyst) join me in this fun episode.

In the latest episode of 'Main Tera Mehmaan', I talk to Bihar's 'Supercop' Abhyanand Ji! He is the man behind the phenomenon of Super 30, EX-DGP of Bihar and much more. I try to understand my home state, Bihar, better in this episode. 

Abhyanand Ji recently wrote a book titled 'Unbounded' (published by Rupa Publications). We discuss the book in detail in this podcast.

This episode is brought to you in collaboration with Rupa Publications.

Camera: Sweety Sinha & Pawan Raj

Editing: Ramesh Bhatoa 

Location: Abhyanand Ji's residence in Patna

The Usual Debate is a friendly conversation between friends about random things. In this episode I am accompanied by Neeraj Pandey (Writer, Lyricist) & Rishabh Sriwastava (Writer) to discuss if it is really important to read books.

Ek mulaqaat mere bahut khaas dost se, jinse baat karo toh baat khatm hi nahin hoti: Zakir Khan!

In this conversation, we talk about the three cities which shaped Zakir and his life. I met Zakir a decade back, and since then I have learned so much from him. Many important decisions were taken because of Zakir. We discuss all of this and much more in this video.  Listen. Share. And let me know in the comments what you think about this extremely close-to-heart conversation.

Thank you.

This is the first episode of 'Main Tera Mehmaan', an audio-video podcast series where I become guests of people I admire. We discuss the randomness of the world and things less important. In the first episode, I made Manav Kaul host me. I have always been fascinated by the travel stories of Manav. I always wanted to document his random and sometimes bizarre travel stories! This is my first attempt.

Recorded in the balcony of Manav Kaul.

Audio engineered by Varun Gupta.

Video edited by Ramesh Bhatao, available on my YouTube channel.