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• EP 129 😂😅RAO GARU OCHARUUU‼️ | Ft. SATYADEV | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK | 29.05.2026 2Std. 23Min.

  He left Vizag with nothing but a dream. Years later, that dream has a name — Satyadev.Satyadev didn't walk into the film industry. He crawled in - failed aptitude tests, no connections, juggling jobs just to survive, auditioning for Jyothi Lakshmi while counting every rupee, and working on films that didn't even pay him.But he stayed. And that stubbornness built a career.In this episode, he takes us through all of it - the Vizag streets that shaped him, the Hyderabad grind that tested him, and the moment he decided to remove one word from his life forever: doubt.He talks about Bluff Master - how it landed, what went wrong, and the truth nobody says out loud: that a single bad film doesn't just underperform at the box office. It quietly follows an actor everywhere, closing doors and shrinking opportunities in ways audiences never see.He talks about Fridays - the dread, the silence, the waiting. About standing next to Chiranjeevi on Godfather and what that weight actually feels like. About becoming a father and suddenly seeing every script differently. About the humiliation that still stings. The backstabbing. The RGV tweet.And then there's Samvarthi - five hours in a makeup chair, transforming into something that doesn't look human, and somehow finding stillness in it. Because for Satyadev, acting isn't performance.It's meditation.This one's not a promo. It's a story.
• ‼️EP - 128 |‼️⚠️ POLICE INSIDER STORIES | Ft. IPS CHARU SINHA | DGP - CID, ACB, Women Safety Wing | Raw Talks With VK 22.05.2026 1Std. 28Min.

  She walked into a room of 800 angry men alone. She lost her officers to Naxalites. She led sting operations, peacekeeping missions in Kosovo, and built systems that protect women across Telangana. And she did all of it in a uniform that some said didn't belong to her.IPS Officer Charu Sinha - Lady Singham - sits down with VK for one of the most powerful conversations we've ever had.Here's what we got into -How women officers are actually treated inside the police forceNaxalites, kidnappings, dead bodies - and whether she still feels the same after decades of itKosovo, Kashmir, Bihar - stories that will stay with youDilshuknagar sting operation - when will a girl walk alone at night safely?Betting apps, Ponzi schemes and why influencers need to be held accountableSHE Teams, Bharosa Centre, CEIR portal -  what actually works on the groundAssault survivors - how to channel pain and come out the other sideMen are not born insensitive - society makes them that wayThis is not just a police story. This is a mirror held up to all of us.
• 🔥EP - 127 | ‼️🔥LET’S NOT IGNORE THESEEEE! | Ft. The Temple Girl | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK 15.05.2026 1Std. 46Min.

  India has over 2 million temples. Each one carries a story - of energy, of architecture, of centuries-old tradition. In this episode, we sit down with Namratha Mohan, popularly known as Temple Girl - founder of Moksha Travels and one of the most influential voices on Sanatana Dharma today.She walks us through the four defining moments that turned her into Temple Girl, and the Kedarnath experience that changed her forever. We step inside the legendary vaults of Anantha Padmanabha Swamy with the Travancore royal family, demystify Tantra at Kamakhya Devi Shakti Peetha, unravel the secret of the Chidambaram Nataraja sanctum, and enter the great kitchen of Puri Jagannath — where the rituals of Navakalebara and the Sudarshan Chakra are explained like never before.The conversation turns sharper from there. Does black magic exist? Why do people end up crying inside sanctums? When did our poojas become a wealth show? Can temple energy be restored and what is the real science of Prana Pratishta? Should the government be managing our temples after the Sabarimala verdict? Is Gen Z more spiritual than millennials or simply better at performing it?And finally, she opens up about the economics of building a life around temples in modern India, her upcoming books, and her vision for the future of spiritual storytelling.This is more than a podcast - it is an oral archive of India's living temple tradition. 🙏
• EP - 126 | ‼️⚠️ MAZAAK KAADHUUU | INDIA’S BIGGEST HEALTH CRISIS | Ft. Dr. Guru N Reddy | Raw Talks With VK 08.05.2026 1Std. 56Min.

  And what's really happening inside India's healthcare system that nobody talks about?Dr. Guru N Reddy, Founder of Continental Hospitals, sits down with VK for one of the most honest health conversations we've ever had. Nothing is off limits.Here's what we covered - - Hospitals opening like supermarkets, doctor poaching & medical billing manipulation- Insurance companies, hospitals & patients - who's really winning?- Patented vs generic drugs - Ozempic, Mounjaro & Minoxidil explained- The REAL reasons for weight gain - it's a hormonal problem, not a willpower one- Gut-Brain Axis - how your gut and brain influence each other more than you think- Seasonal fruits, kitchen superfoods & the shocking sugar in cool drinks- Beer & the growing global epidemic of Fatty Liver- Rapid fire - AI for diagnosis, parasites in Indian guts, ENO & moreThis is not your regular health podcast. Raw, real & straight from one of India's top medical minds
• 🎉😎 125th SPECIALL | ROUND TABLE #1 | RAW TALKS WITH VK 02.05.2026 2Std. 34Min.

  7 industries. 7 real problems. 1 table.In this episode of Raw Talks VK, Pranavi Gupta, Vaibhav Sisinty, and Dileep Karri didn't just host a podcast — they ran a live boardroom. The guests? An actor, a songwriter, a marketing agency owner, a clothing brand founder, a restaurant owner, a psychiatrist, and a construction magnate. No scripts, no rehearsed answers  just the friction points keeping each of them up at night.This podcast has questions, bottlenecks, and a healthy dose of skepticism. What followed was a raw, unfiltered conversation about what AI actually looks like when it hits the real world: not the whiteboard version, but the messy, operational, does-this-actually-work version.This is what happens when a boardroom goes unplugged. In this episode:Can you automate 70% of a marketing agency?Running ads & SEO Automating WhatsApp, Slack & managing 1000s of messagesAI in healthcare: filtering urgent vs non-urgent patientsPredicting project delays & safer delivery timelinesDemand forecasting, production & market analysisAI in filmmaking, music & content creation  Featuring live call-ins from entrepreneurs & professionals facing real challenges.   If you want to understand how AI actually works in the real world — this episode delivers
• EP - 124 | ‼️⚠️ MISSS AVVADDUUU… NEED OF THE HOUR | Ft. Vaibhav Sisinty | Raw Talks With VK | 24.04.2026 1Std. 54Min.

  ⚠️ Your competition already watched this. ⚠️Vaibhav Sisinty is back for Round 2 on Raw Talks With VK and this time he is armed with not just answers but newer questions.The previous episode with Vaibhav became one of the most watched AI podcasts in Telugu. Thousands of people said it shaped how they think about their career, money, and future. In this episode we cover:The difference between AI assistants, AI agents, and AI automationThe ADAPT Framework Vaibhav’s Jerry: a personal AI agent that manages emails, calls, calendar, content, and brand deals Anthropic’s Claude Mythos OpenAI’s Industrial Policy for the Intelligence AgeUniversal Basic Income vs. Universal High Income and why Elon Musk thinks money may lose its valueAI hardware revolution Meta Orion glasses, OpenAI's Dime earpiece, Alter Ego brain-wave tech, and NeuralinkAI privacy, the ChatGPT message leak, running AI locally for free, and protecting your dataThe biggest AI money opportunities right now: consulting, content creation, vibe coding, and AI agents as a serviceWatch this with a pen and paper. Every minute has something worth writing down.👍 Like if this changed how you think about AI.🔔 Subscribe to Raw Talks With VK for weekly conversations that make you curious. 
• EP 123 | 😜PEDDOLLA MUCHATLUU | Jr. GVK UNVEILING INSIDER STORIES | FT. GV. KESHAV REDDY 17.04.2026 2Std. 16Min.

  90% of family wealth evaporates by the third generation. GV Keshav Reddy is building to beat those odds.In this episode of Raw Talks With VK, we sit down with Keshav Reddy — scion of the GVK Group, one of India's most iconic infrastructure conglomerates behind the  Bangalore and Mumbai Airports and the founder of Equal AI, an AI-powered assistant built to serve every Indian.Keshav opens up about growing up inside a business empire, what the third-generation curse really feels like from the inside, and why he's betting his career on building digital infrastructure for a billion people.In this episode:The real economics of how airports are built and bid for in IndiaWhy he founded Equal AI  and his goal of 1 million daily active usersHis early investments in CRED and Upstox and what he saw before others didHis personal philosophy: "Feet to the ground, eyes to the sky"How Transcendental Meditation and calendar discipline shape his decision-makingHis relationships with Nikhil Kamath, Nithin Kamath, and Kunal ShahHow Mukesh Ambani and Elon Musk inspire Whether you're building something from scratch or figuring out where to put your money — this conversation will give you boardroom perspectives and C-suite advice you won't find anywhere else.
• EP - 122 | 🔥🔥 MOST INTRIGUING STORIESSS‼️| Ft. Lt. Gen. Arun A | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK 11.04.2026 2Std. 29Min.

  What does it take to lead men into battle, stare fear in the face, and still come back stronger? VK sits down with Lieutenant General Arun Sir - one of India's most decorated military leaders - for the most powerful, raw, and honest conversation we've ever had.From the legendary parachute operations of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw to the real reason terrorism exists, this episode covers it all. Lt. Gen. Arun Sir breaks down what true leadership looks like, what happens inside a soldier's mind during a live operation, and why restraint is more powerful than firepower.In this episode, we talk about: Sam Manekshaw's leadership lessons and the parachute operation story that changed how India thinks about fearless command. What happens when a soldier wants to give up - and why there is no limit to human endurance. The untold story of Zamindarkhan, a soldier who became a legend not because of rank, but because of who he was. The real face of terrorism - where it starts, why ordinary people turn into terrorists, and what soldiers face when they can't tell a civilian from an enemy. What actually happens after an operation - the debriefing, the silence, and the weight soldiers carry home. The dark truth behind 983 Indian Army suicides between 2014 and 2024, and what no one is talking about. The Agniveer debate - straight talk from a man who spent decades in uniform. India vs Pakistan vs China - which is the real threat, and where does India stand in a world on the edge of war? The AK47, the SLR, bullet calibers, and why the best weapon is the one you understand. Army superstitions, traditions, and the bizarre foods soldiers eat in the field. The Grenadiers Regiment, Abdul Hameed, and India's greatest acts of bravery. Was Operation Sindoor a success? And did social media make it worse? Lt. Gen. Arun Sir's advice to young army aspirants and every young person chasing something worth fighting for.This is not just a podcast about the army. This is a masterclass in courage, discipline, and what it means to be truly human.
• EP - 121 | 😂🤩RAW TALKS IS BACKKK AGAINN WITH SUPERRR FUNNN‼️ Ft Adivi Sesh | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK 03.04.2026 1Std. 39Min.

  Adivi Sesh pulls up a chair with VK for one of the most candid and unfiltered podcast conversations about his journey, his craft, and the making of some of Telugu cinema's most iconic films.Sesh and VK dig into his new action thriller Dacoit starring Mrunal Thakur and Anurag Kashyap — what it took to shoot the film simultaneously in Telugu and Hindi, and how he blended a Telugu soul with sharp, American-style editing. Sesh also takes us behind the scenes of Kshanam, reflects on working with SS Rajamouli on Baahubali, and opens up about the highly anticipated Goodachari 2 (G2).From growing up in California to carving his own space in Tollywood, Sesh gets raw and real about filmmaking on shoestring budgets, using personal favors to get films made, the revenue model of Indian cinema, and the sheer madness of editing films on set while still shooting.They also get into the power of silence in storytelling, the big debate on whether acting is a natural talent or a learned skill, and Sesh's thoughts on fame, animal rights, and why art is not a race.Whether you're an aspiring actor, filmmaker, Telugu cinema fan, or someone who loves honest conversations about the creative life — this one's for you.
• EP - 120 | ⚠️‼️ VERYYY IMPORTANT | UNKOWN SECRETS OF MEDICAL INDUSTRY | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK | 20.02.2026 1Std. 44Min.

  Before marriages in India families sit together, horoscope charts ✨⭐️  and kundalis are compared, and futures are predicted and decided.But rarely do we ask a far more tangible question: What do our health reports say?What does the cell reveal about our fate?If your father has hair fall or diabetes, is it coincidence or inheritance? What does it mean when one says it “runs in the family”?The answer lies in DNA  (deoxyribonucleic acid), the biological blueprint that quietly shapes who we are. It influences whether we are tall or short, our eye color, our metabolism, our athletic potential, and even our susceptibility to conditions such as diabetes, cancer, and certain neurodevelopmental disorders like autism.In this episode, we move the conversation from astrology to biology.We sit down with Sudhakar Kancharla, founder of Yoda Diagnostics, one of India’s largest DNA diagnostics laboratories, to understand what our genes really reveal, and what they do not.From the realities of at-home blood sample collection to the science behind genetic compatibility and inter-caste marriages, from Yoda’s DNA Decoder tests to the role of AI in predicting and preventing disease  this conversation explores how data, diagnostics, and technology are reshaping healthcare in India. 
• EP - 119 | 🔥😂SUPER FUNNN‼️ Ft. JAGAPATHI BABU GARU | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK | 13.02.2026 2Std. 16Min.

  “Yogi, bhogi,roghi,” that is the life mantra of actor Jagapathi Babu. In this Telugu podcast episode of Raw Talks With VK we take you outside of our studios and into Jagapathi Babu’s farmhouse for a raw and reflective conversation.In this chat Jagapathi Babu reflects on his journey from a romantic hero to powerful antagonist, from stardom to setbacks, from indulgence to introspection. He speaks honestly and candidly about the entourage culture in the film industry, the emotional and financial setbacks he faced, rejection of his unique voice, and the importance of fitness and spirituality. He also shares about his experience working with legends Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan and unpacks the idea of stardom in Indian cinema. We discuss the making of his iconic films like Kabadi Kabadi, Pravarakyudu, and Anukokunda Oka Rojju.The actor shares his thoughts on family, friends, goodbyes and grief, feminism, caste, superstition and his tumultuous bout with gambling and smoking addiction. For him life is a design and manifestation is about focus, discipline, and relentless hard work toward one’s purpose.
• EP - 118 | 🔥🤩 HIS VIBE IN THIS EPISODE 👌🏻 | FT ARJUN SARJA GARU | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK | 06.02.2026 54Min.

  In this Telugu episode of Raw Talks with VK, we sit down with Arjun Sarja—actor, producer, and director. Widely celebrated for his iconic action sequences, Sarja is fondly known as the “Action King” and the “Bruce Lee of India.”This candid conversation takes us beyond the glamour of the film industry, opening up about the financial struggles of filmmaking, the realities of an actor’s life, and the pressures and joys that come with entertaining audiences.Sarja also reflects on the role of fitness and discipline in his life, his expansive filmography across multiple languages, and his deep devotion to Lord Hanuman. He shares memories of working with legends like Mani Ratnam and actors such as Soundarya.We also discuss the making of some of his most popular films like Roja, Sri Manjunatha, Sri Anjaneyam, and Suyamvaram, which holds the record for being the fastest-produced feature film, shot in just 23 hours and 58 minutes.
• EP - 117 | 🤣🎬 READY AA?…ACTIONNN!!🔥 Ft. Dr. Gurava Reddy on Raw Talks With VK | Telugu Podcast 30.01.2026 1Std. 55Min.

  Dr. AV Gurava Reddy returns for an absolute wholesome conversation that goes far beyond orthopaedics and hospitals, touching life, love, discipline, empathy, ethics, and what it truly means to live well in today’s fast, convenience-driven world.In this Telugu podcast episode, we get to see the human being behind the surgeon. From how he became an orthopaedic doctor to defining moments from his early life and his years working in the UK, Dr. Reddy reflects on the experiences that shaped not just his medical practice, but his outlook on life. Personal stories flow naturally —his love story, marriage, parenting, and the constant balancing act between family and an intense medical career, filled with joy, pressure, regret, and gratitude.The conversation moves into themes that resonate deeply with today’s generation: anxiety, burnout, work-life balance, and the pressure to constantly perform. He explains why happiness is not an act but a habit, how counting blessings is an art, and why liking what you do changes everything. From music and favourite songs to celebrity encounters and simple everyday joys, he reminds us why life should feel like a celebration.We also dive into the realities of modern healthcare; time with patients, critical care decisions, empathy versus sympathy, ICU ethics, allegations against doctors, consumer court pressures, and moral conflicts in corporate hospitals. With clarity and honesty, he explains how doctors make decisions under pressure and why ethics must stand firm even when the system pushes otherwise.Beyond medicine, the episode highlights his work through the Sarvejana Foundation, road safety awareness, free knee replacements, accident prevention, insurance education, and mentoring young doctors. He speaks passionately about responsibility, parenting, family bonding, lifestyle diseases, digital detox, physical activity, hobbies, aging well, and the importance of slowing down.Warm, reflective, and grounded, this conversation is for anyone who sees life as a celebration, and for those who are still trying to understand how.Because sometimes, life is not about fixing everything… It's about living. Just living.
• EP -116 | ⚠️‼️JAGRATHA సోదరా…!!! | ‘CYBER FORENSIC EXPERT’ ON RAW TALKS | Ft. Krishna Sastry | Telugu Podcast 23.01.2026 2Std. 29Min.

  In this episode, to share the much-needed knowledge of the hour, we have Krishna Sastry Pendyala, one of India’s senior-most cyber security and digital forensics experts, with over 25 years of experience working with the Ministry of Home Affairs and leading national institutions. We entered the real world of cyber crime investigations, digital fraud, and cyber warfare as it unfolded on the ground, not in theory.The conversation traces the evolution of cyber crime across generations. From early certificate frauds using scanners and computers, to e-governance scams, banking frauds, phishing, QR code scams, ransomware, and today’s AI-driven cyber attacks, Krishna Sastry explains how cyber crime moved from individuals to organised networks, state actors, and crime-as-a-service models. He explains why his famous line, “Distance is dead and identity is a doubt,” perfectly describes the modern digital world.We break down how social engineering, malware, RAT Trojans, keyloggers, zero-click exploits, Pegasus-style surveillance, steganography, homoglyph attacks, vishing, smishing, fake QR codes, and personalised fraud mails actually work. The episode explains how one click, one message, or one panic moment is enough to trigger massive damage.The discussion includes real landmark cases such as the Cosmos Bank cyber heist, ATM skimming, shimmer attacks, jackpoting, man-in-the-middle attacks, and how fraud risk management, user behaviour analytics, and RBI safeguards protect Indian banks today. Krishna Sastry also shares rare cases where crimes were solved using electronic evidence from unexpected devices like smart water meters, gaming consoles, and embedded systems.A major part of the episode focuses on digital forensics. How deleted messages are recovered, why police never switch on seized systems, how metadata can expose the truth, what cross-examination in courts looks like, and why electronic evidence is time-sensitive, repeatable, and reproducible. He also explains his role as an expert witness, handling cases that resurface even decades later.We dive into the dark web ecosystem including TOR networks, marketplaces, ransomware gangs, virtual currencies, mule accounts, mixers, tumblers, and cyber slavery rings. The episode also addresses elder frauds, sextortion, digital arrests, cyber insurance, ethical hacking, OSINT, social media risks, and why both individuals and organisations must rethink cyber safety.The conversation also offers insights on the future of cyber forensics, AI and cyber security, and practical advice for everyday digital life.If you want to understand how cyber crimes actually happen, how investigations really work, and how to stay safer in a connected world, this episode is for you.
• EP - 115 |‼️ THE WAIT IS OVER | SADHGURU ON RAW TALKS | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK | 17.01.2026 1Std. 18Min.

  In this Telugu podcast episode with Jagadish Vasudev, popularly known as Sadhguru, an Indian spiritual leader and the founder of the Isha Foundation, headquartered in Coimbatore, India;  we explore the life, philosophy, influence, and contradictions surrounding Sadhguru, one of the most widely discussed spiritual figures of our time. From his formative years and the defining experience at Chamundi Hills to the scale and functioning of the Isha Foundation, this conversation attempts to understand the man beyond labels, opinions, and surface narratives.The discussion moves through Sadhguru’s early life, his views on learning, intelligence, and enlightenment, and what he believes is the true potential of human beings. He speaks about the difference between knowing through belief and knowing through experience, and why explanation alone cannot replace inner clarity. The episode also touches upon how spirituality is often misunderstood, oversimplified, or reduced to ideology in the modern world.Addressing controversies and criticism, Sadhguru responds to allegations, missing case narratives, land encroachment claims, and the resistance commonly faced by large spiritual institutions. He shares his perspective on why such challenges arise, how institutions like Isha function structurally, and the balance between expansion, responsibility, and transparency. We also discuss his recent brain surgery, how it altered his outlook temporarily, and the public debates he has engaged in within the digital and intellectual space, including exchanges with voices like Javed Akhtar.The conversation further explores mental health and how the term is increasingly used as a label rather than understood as a deeper psychological condition. Sadhguru shares his views on emotional well-being, inner stability, and the difference between medical intervention and inner discipline. Topics such as spirituality versus religion, the Adiyogi statue controversy, spiritual tourism, civilizational symbols, and national recognition including the Padma Vibhushan are discussed in a broader cultural context.If you’re looking for a conversation that doesn’t push conclusions but encourages reflection on life, consciousness, and how to live consciously in today’s world, this episode might be for you.
• EP -114 | 🤩😅KONCHAM KOTHAGAAA‼️ FT. MANTHENA SATYANARAYANA RAJU | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK 09.01.2026 1Std. 34Min.

  In this Telugu podcast episode, prominent Indian naturopath and wellness advocate, Manthena Satyanarayana Raju, breaks down how modern food habits, lifestyle choices, and over-medicalisation are silently affecting our health, and what actually helps in reversing the damage. In a calm, practical, and deeply insightful conversation, he explains why listening to your body matters more than blindly following diet trends, and how age-appropriate eating, rest, and discipline shape long-term wellbeing.The discussion explores what to eat, how much to eat, and when to eat, along with much-needed clarity on health checkups. From understanding which blood tests truly matter, when to start them, how often they should be done, and how to read reports beyond just numbers, he explains everything using ICMR-backed data and real-world observation. He also highlights why frequent testing without lifestyle correction doesn’t lead to real health, and how mindful assessments every 4–5 months can make a meaningful difference.We dive into *intermittent fasting Vs traditional fasting*, the importance of giving the body one rest day every week, and the spiritual and biological reasoning behind practices like Shivarathri fasting and Kedarnath journeys. He explains the difference between discipline built into daily life versus relying on special occasions, and why consistency always works better than extremes.The episode also unpacks modern health traps such as tablet culture,drug-resistance, packaged foods entering Indian homes, social media-driven food influence, and fast food normalisation. From Swiggy fruit bowls and the illusion of freshness to contradictory celebrity advice online, he explains why enjoyment and self-care are often confused. Using powerful analogies from animals, fever response, sunlight, hormones, and natural recovery, he tells why humans break down early while natural systems don’t.Touching upon naturopathy, yoga, ashram life, and preventive living, he reflects on the philosophies of Mahatma Gandhi and Morarji Desa. He shares personal principles, experiences during floods in Krishna river, his role as a yoga and naturopathy advisor, and why true detox is not a product or shortcut, but a long-term process.This episode doesn’t preach. It gently helps you rethink food, medicine, discipline, and rest, making it especially relevant for parents, working professionals, and anyone trying to stay healthy in a fast, noisy world.
• EP - 113 | 🤩🥳 🎉 SPECIAL PODCAST - RAW TALKS | Ft. Chandra Bose Garu 01.01.2026 1Std. 56Min.

  In this Telugu podcast episode, Oscar-winning lyricist Mr. Kanukuntla Subhash Chandrabose shares a deeply personal and inspiring journey through words, music, and resilience, marking a historic moment for Indian cinema with *RRR* becoming the first absolute Indian film to win an Oscar. He relives the emotion of that night, the pride of global recognition, and the lesser-known moment when legendary American songwriter Diane Warren predicted the Oscar win weeks before nominations were even announced. For Chandrabose, the award was not just a trophy but validation of Indian storytelling, Telugu language, and music reaching the world.With over 3600 Telugu film songs to his name, Chandrabose reflects on how songs like *Nenu Unnanani*, *Panchadara Bomma*, *Raju Nuvve*, *Chiru Chiru Chinukai*, *Kumkumala*, *Oo Antava*, and many others were born in the most ordinary yet magical moments like train journeys, petrol bunk stops, long nights, and emotional conversations. He talks about writing songs during travel, singing them to himself hundreds of times, and creating multiple versions before arriving at the final lyric. Long before digital metrics existed, he believed that people were the only true measure of success, even distributing cassettes by hand during *Student No.1* and learning directly from audience reactions.The episode dives into his unique writing philosophy shaped by his illiterate mother who deeply loved songs, and the lifelong influence of literary giants like Acharya Aatreya, Sri Sri, Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry, and others. Chandrabose explains why writing simply is far more difficult than writing complex poetry, how he avoids repetition across thousands of songs, and why emotion always comes before structure. He reflects on rejection, humiliation, and the patience required to keep going, sharing how some songs received true recognition only after 20 years.He also speaks about the evolution of Telugu cinema music, the misunderstood role of item songs, and how their purpose and meaning have transformed over time. From decoding lyrics on shows like Swarabhishekam to collaborations with iconic directors and composers, Chandrabose shares behind-the-scenes stories that shaped landmark soundtracks. The conversation touches on dubbing songs, lip-sync challenges, the greatness of the Telugu language, and how lyrics can travel beyond cinema to influence society, business, and real-life decisions.A significant part of the discussion focuses on royalties, IPRS, and intellectual property rights, and how songwriters today can finally receive long-term recognition and earnings. Chandrabose explains how songs like *Kumkumala* and *Chiru Chiru Chinukai* continue to generate royalties years later, proving that music outlives films. He also acknowledges pioneers like Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry for fighting for writers’ rights and creating a foundation for future generations.Blending childhood memories, his BTech background, early struggles, love for language, emotional connection with “amma,” and unforgettable moments from his career, this episode is warm, reflective, and deeply motivating. If you love Telugu songs, lyric writing, Indian cinema, music history, creative journeys, and stories behind iconic melodies, this conversation offers inspiration, honesty, and timeless wisdom that stays with you long after the music fades.
• EP - 112 | 🤣‼️DON’T MISSSS | Ft. Prof K Nageshwar | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK 26.12.2025 1Std. 27Min.

  In this Telugu podcast episode, Prof. K. Nageshwar Rao, senior journalist, political analyst, and former MLC, shares rare insights from a career that spans journalism, politics, academia, and legislative responsibility. From witnessing India’s media evolution since the early days of Doordarshan and The Indian Express to being part of the first 24-hour Telugu news ecosystem with TV9, he reflects on how news, narratives, and political theatre have reshaped public discourse.The conversation explores how parliamentary discussions should ideally function, the gap between democratic intent and political drama, and why voters today are often ill-informed or misinformed, echoing Jayaprakash Narayan’s warning from 1997. Prof. Nageshwar breaks down the deep nexus between media, business, and politics, the systematic delegitimisation of independent journalists, and why intellectual debate has been replaced by noise-driven television formats. Drawing from ancient references like Krishna, Sita, and Buddha, he places modern democracy in a broader civilisational context.He speaks candidly about money in politics, daily expenses of MLAs and MPs, manifesto design, welfare schemes like Dalit Bandhu, and how policies are crafted more for optics than outcomes. The discussion covers voter responsibility, opposition as a democratic asset, warning signals of institutional collapse, and why a healthy opposition and free media are essential checks on unlimited power.Prof. Nageshwar also reflects on student politics, Osmania University, the limits of funding without intellectual leadership, and how some of India’s finest leaders emerged from campus movements. He shares personal experiences from the time of Indira Gandhi’s assassination, his transition from journalism to politics, his eight years as an MLC, achievements, regrets, and the challenge of staying intellectually honest in public life.The episode touches on threats, ideological labelling, public perception, media pressure, AI in journalism, currency performance, global awareness, and the discipline required to stay informed. With calm reasoning and sharp clarity, he explains why neutrality is not the absence of values, but the courage to speak truth without fear.If you are interested in Telugu politics, Indian democracy, journalism ethics, media influence, voter awareness, student politics, and political analysis without theatrics, this conversation offers depth, context, and perspective that cuts through the chaos.
• EP - 111 | ⚠️‼️ THIS WAS TOUGH 🥺 | Ft Sunitha Krishnan | Telugu Podcast | Raw Talks With VK 19.12.2025 1Std. 57Min.

  In this Telugu podcast episode, social activist Sunitha Krishnan; a Padma Shri awardee, co-founder of Prajwala Foundation, one of world’s largest anti-trafficking shelters that rescues, rehabilitates and reintegrates victims into society, speaks about one of the darkest yet most urgent realities of our time, preventing child sexual abuse, human trafficking, and cyber-enabled exploitation.What happens when child sexual abuse and human trafficking move online, demand creates supply, and society looks away? This conversation with Sunitha Krishnan forces us to confront what most choose not to see.She takes us through the journey behind a landmark legal fight that contributed to the creation of India’s National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, and explains why the correct term is not child pornography but CSAM (Child Sexual Abuse Material). Sunitha breaks down how language matters, how misnaming the crime hides accountability, and why recognizing CSAM is crucial to protecting children.The conversation exposes how trafficking and abuse have shifted into digital spaces, from social media and dating apps to encrypted platforms like Telegram, where organized networks trade thousands of child abuse videos for small amounts of money. She explains how demand fuels supply, how coded language operates in brothels and online markets, and how technology has silently enabled trafficking networks to scale and globalize abuse. Drawing from her findings in India, the United States, and Europe, she reveals how content produced in India circulates worldwide.The episode dives deep into secondary victimization, where survivors are blamed, silenced, or retraumatized by legal procedures, institutional failures, and social attitudes. Sunitha discusses brutal cases involving children, the psychology of sexual violence, abuse that goes beyond sexual intent, and how unresolved trauma can perpetuate cycles of harm. She also speaks about the abuse of boys, shifting societal tolerance levels, and the dangers of normalizing exploitation.Sunitha shares personal experiences of threats, attacks, and backlash for challenging powerful systems, including her advocacy in the Supreme Court, her anger during critical hearings, and campaigns such as #ShameTheRapist. She reflects on her book I Am What I Am, including the chapter that begins with questioning God, and the resilience required to continue despite stigma and labels imposed by society.The episode also sheds light on survivor rehabilitation through the Prajwala Foundation, children born in red-light areas, transition centers, education, dignity-based recovery, and long-term reintegration. From missing-child golden hour drills and funding realities to why men must speak against demand and why we must invest in boys as much as we protect girls, this conversation asks deeply uncomfortable but necessary questions.Intense, honest, and deeply human, this episode is not meant to shock, it is meant to wake us up.This episode stands as a powerful reminder of why child safety, women’s rights, cyber crime prevention, and social justice demand our attention on urgent notice.
• EP - 110 | 😜😂😍 MAD FUNNNN!! FT. SUMA AKKAAA!! | RAW TALKS WITH VK 07.11.2025 1Std. 48Min.

  In this Telugu podcast episode, we had one of our amazing conversations with Suma Kanakala, most commonly revered as  the queen of Telugu television, iconic anchor, actress, and household name who has hosted over 2000+ shows. She sat down with us for a  rare and unfiltered conversation. Known for her wit, spontaneity, and unmatched energy, Suma opens up like never before about her journey from Doordarshan serials to becoming Telugu TV’s most celebrated female host.She shares how her unexpected entry began in the 1990s, her early serials like Geetanjali (the first Telugu show shot in the US), and how Avakkayara changed her life in 2006. Suma recalls her iconic Star Mahila days, shooting five episodes in a single day, and how a non-prime-time show became one of the most successful Telugu programs ever.The conversation turns emotional as she reflects on the paradox of fame, the cost of being Suma Kanakala, and how she manages to stay kind and composed amid criticism, rumors, and intense public life. She shares how she finds balance between her public persona and private peace, revealing stories from her Palakkad roots to her life in Hyderabad.From handling divorce rumors and creative burnout to dealing with on-stage pressure during events like Khaidi No.150, Andhrawala, and OG, Suma opens up about surviving exhaustion, emotional breakdowns, and near-death moments at stampede-prone events.She talks about parenting, women’s career restarts, and how family support kept her grounded. Her stories about being 8 months pregnant during a pre-release event, facing period pain, and still performing show her strength as a working woman in the media.Suma also discusses her long association with Swarabhishekam, heartfelt memories with SP Balasubrahmanyam, and how years of heavy makeup affected her health. She dives into topics like beauty standards, financial independence, and how she stays relevant despite changing trends.With humor and honesty, she reveals fun memories from Ravi Teja’s trailer event, fan wars, and Rajiv Kanakala’s influence on her life. She opens up about their relationship, his accident, and her NGO and welfare work that reflect her compassion beyond the camera.Suma credits her success to her presence of mind, discipline, and theatre background, saying she still observes newcomers and evolves constantly. As she talks about language, matriarchy, and Kerala traditions, it’s clear that Suma Kanakala is not just an entertainer but a symbol of resilience, reinvention, and grace. 🎧 A heartfelt, humorous, and inspiring conversation that reveals the real woman behind the unstoppable anchor, one who made Telugu households laugh, cry, and believe in persistence.