Harka Podcast

Episodi

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  Married at 15, Betrayed & Divorced - How Maya Bhandari Rebuilt Her Life 17.10.2026 1h 10min

  Maya Bhandari was married at just 15 years old. After marriage, she faced poverty, an alcoholic husband, lack of family support, financial struggles, and the responsibility of raising two children.Hoping to build a better future for her family, Maya went to Saudi Arabia and worked hard to support her children from abroad. But the money she sent home was misused, and later she discovered her husband was involved with another woman.After years of struggle, Maya finally chose divorce and began rebuilding her life. Today, she has been living in Dubai for the past three years, and she says both she and her children are finally happy.In this episode of Harka Podcast, Maya openly shares her journey of marriage, motherhood, betrayal, divorce, working abroad, and finding the courage to start again.
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  From Struggle to Gold Medal, From Love to Business | Shanti & Palden Tamang | Harka Podcast 10.10.2026 1h 42min

  Shanti Tamang and her husband Palden Tamang share their inspiring journey of struggle, love, family, sports and entrepreneurship.Shanti opens up about growing up in a financially difficult family, the support and sacrifices of her sisters, her journey to becoming a Karate Coach in Abu Dhabi, and winning a Gold Medal in the Women’s 55kg category at the International Martial Arts Championship.The couple also shares how they met, fell in love, got married, the ups and downs of their life together, Palden’s life before marriage, and how they recently started Nari Vastra, a ladies clothing collection in Abu Dhabi.A conversation about family, sacrifice, love, discipline, dreams and building a life together.
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  From Kathmandu to Dubai: Dr. Arman Thaman’s Journey as a Dentist | Teeth Care & Root Canal 07.10.2026 1h 19min

  Dr. Arman Thaman shares her journey from Kathmandu to India and eventually Dubai, including how she chose dentistry and completed her Master's focused on root canal treatment.In this episode, we also discuss oral health, proper dental care, routine checkups, common dental problems, root canal treatment, and simple habits that can help keep our teeth healthy for the long term.
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  Singer to Banker to Astrologer | Astrology: Myth vs Reality ft. Dr. Prakash Poudel | Harka Podcast 03.10.2026 1h 19min

  In this episode of Harka Podcast, Dr. Prakash Poudel shares his fascinating journey from being a singer in Nepal to moving to the UAE nearly 20 years ago, building a professional career in banking, and later studying astrology, numerology and Vastu.For the past five years, he has also been providing astrology-related consultations alongside his banking career. We discuss his personal journey, what attracted him to astrology, common misconceptions, beliefs surrounding predictions, numerology, Vastu, and the myths and realities of astrology.Note: Astrology, numerology and Vastu are discussed here from the guest’s experience and perspective; their predictive claims are not established by modern scientific evidence.
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  She Paid Rs. 7 Lakh for a Europe Job, But Ended Up Stranded in Dubai for 18 Months | Durga Basyal | Harka Podcast 30.09.2026 1h

  Durga Basyal shares her deeply personal journey—from a difficult childhood and working in other people’s homes at a young age to carrying the regret of how she treated her mother during her illness.She also opens up about a painful job scam. After being promised a better job opportunity in Europe, she paid around NPR 700,000 to an agent and was brought to Dubai instead. According to Durga, around 25 people were eventually brought under similar promises and remained in Dubai for months without the jobs or European opportunities they had been promised.After everything she experienced, Durga now works as a caregiver in Dubai and shares her story to warn other Nepalis: verify agents, documents and job offers carefully before paying money or travelling abroad.This is a story of struggle, regret, survival and an important lesson for anyone dreaming of working abroad.
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  Nepathya Live In Dubai 2026 | Krishna Bhattarai & Anil Lamichhane 23.09.2026 1h 7min

  NEPATHYA LIVE IN DUBAI 2026Sunday, 4 October 2026Gates Open: 4:00 PMThe Agenda, Dubai Media CityTicket Booking:https://www.theagenda.com/events/nepathya-live-in-dubaiFor More Details: 0555749832 | 0569203570Don’t miss the legendary Nepali band NEPATHYA live in Dubai!#HarkaPodcast #NepathyaLiveInDubai #NepaliPodcast #LifeStory #DubaiNepali
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  Growing Up Without Her Father to Building a Business in Dubai | Sarita Adhikari 09.09.2026 1h 10min

  Sarita Adhikari grew up in Nepal while her father worked in the UAE to support the family. His absence was deeply felt—especially during festivals, difficult family moments and social discrimination.After coming to the UAE four years ago, Sarita finally understood the sacrifices her father had made. She arrived as a beautician, but her journey took her through sales, cashier and hypermarket promoter roles. Today, she works as a content creator and brand promoter and runs a business with her younger brother.This is Sarita’s story of sacrifice, an emotionally strong mother, career changes and building a new life in the UAE.
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  Raised by a Single Mother, Heartbroken After 10 Years of Love | Muna Chhetri 06.09.2026 1h 13min

  Muna Chhetri shares her deeply personal journey of growing up without a father after losing him at just four years old. She remembers how her mother struggled, sacrificed, and protected all eight children while raising the family alone.She also talks about moving to Dubai, falling in love at a very young age, and the heartbreak of discovering that her relationship of nearly 10 years was coming to an end.A conversation about family, sacrifice, love, betrayal, heartbreak, and starting again.
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  From Her Own Journey to HR in Dubai | Career, Marriage & Job Search Reality - Rashmi Bastola 02.09.2026 1h 59min

  In this episode of Harka Podcast, experienced HR professional Rashmi Bastola shares her personal journey—from family, education, love and marriage to building her career in Dubai.She also shares practical insights for the Nepali community about job searching in the UAE, preparing a strong CV, understanding the real role of HR, career growth and recruitment scams. We also discuss people who take advantage of job seekers by charging money with false promises of employment.A useful conversation for anyone currently looking for a job or planning to build a career in the UAE.It’s not an interview. It’s a story.
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  Dubai Has Opportunities, But Competition Is Tough | Phurrba Lama | Harka Podcast 29.08.2026 49min

  In this episode of Harka Podcast, I sit down with Phurrba Lama for a short conversation about AI, careers, Dubai's competitive job market, and why continuously learning new skills has become more important than ever.We also talk about setting clear goals in life, opportunities in the age of AI, content creation, and the growing trend of scripted or manufactured stories being presented as real storytelling podcasts.A short but thought-provoking conversation about career, technology, competition and authenticity.
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  I'm Alive Because of My Mother | Janaki Bhatt's Story of Love, Breakup & Starting Again | Harka Podcast 22.08.2026 55min

  Janaki Bhatt opens up about love, heartbreak, suicide attempts, judgment from society, and the struggles she faced while building a life in Dubai. She shares how her mother became the reason she kept going and how she transformed difficult experiences into strength. Today, Janaki creates promotional videos and supports several businesses with their branding and social media presence.
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  From a Broken Childhood to Finding Love Again | Saugat Pun Magar’s Story – Harka Podcast 20.08.2026 51min

  Saugat Pun Magar shares a deeply personal journey shaped by love, separation, family changes, and the difficult realities of growing up during Nepal’s Maoist conflict.After finishing school, his mother remarried and left home, leaving his grandparents to play an important role in raising and supporting him. He speaks with deep gratitude for everything they did for him during some of the most challenging years of his childhood.Saugat also opens up about his first love, marriage, and the painful separation that followed. But his story did not end there. Today, he has found love again, is happily married, and is a proud father to a daughter.This is a conversation about childhood, family, heartbreak, gratitude, second chances, and finding happiness again.
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  Dreaming of Stardom Without Compromising Her Values | Punam Century 15.08.2026 1h 29min

  Punam Century, a dancer in Nepal’s dohori club scene, shares her struggles, ambitions and the difficult realities of pursuing recognition while staying true to her values.
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  Atif Aslam: From selling flowers on the streets of Dubai to singing Nepali songs today | Harka Podcast 12.08.2026 52min

  Pakistani singer Atif Aslam shares his journey from selling mobile chargers and flowers on Dubai’s streets to performing at concerts and recording a Nepali song. He speaks about his deep connection with Nepali music and expresses gratitude for the love and respect he has received from the Nepali community.
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  Born After Losing His Father | Ranjit Rijal's Journey from His Mother’s Struggles to Dubai | Harka Podcast 08.08.2026 54min

  In today’s episode, Ranjit shares his emotional journey from Nepal to Dubai—from struggling with a new environment and extreme heat to facing every challenge for his family. He also remembers his mother, who raised and protected four children alone after losing their father just one month before Ranjit was born.
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  How Her Life Changed After the First Podcast - Sanjita Khatiwada is back - Harka Podcast 01.08.2026 1h 7min

  After her first appearance on Harka Podcast, she received thousands of messages and experienced many changes in her life. In this episode, she shares her journey from the previous podcast to becoming an internationally certified makeup artist.
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  I Wanted to Make My Husband and In-Laws Happy - Sunita Neupane’s Story | Harka Podcast 29.07.2026 1h 55min

  In this emotional episode of Harka Podcast, Sunita Neupane shares her painful life journey — from getting married at a young age, facing family pressure, betrayal in marriage, domestic abuse, and the deep regret of being separated from her family.This is a real story of pain, survival, regret, courage, and hope.
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  Married at 17, Survived a Life-Threatening Pregnancy & Faced a Dangerous Trap in Dubai | Devi Chapagain 18.07.2026 50min

  Devi Chapagain grew up in a family of six siblings and entered an arranged marriage at just 17. During her pregnancy, she suffered severe health complications, and her family feared she might not survive. Her struggles continued after the birth of her daughter.When her daughter turned four, Devi moved to Dubai to join her husband and build a better future. However, she faced numerous challenges involving employment, visas, fraud and false promises. Hoping to surprise her husband with a good earning opportunity, she kept one offer secret from him—without knowing the troubling reality behind it.Today, Devi has a good job and is living a happier life. Through her story, she wants to warn others: never trust attractive job offers or promises of easy money without properly verifying them.Listen to her inspiring and cautionary journey on Harka Podcast.
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  My sad days began after marriage - Ritu Ghayal's story 11.07.2026 1h 25min

  In this emotional episode of Harka Podcast, Ritu Ghayal shares her painful life journey — from getting married at a young age, betrayal in marriage, domestic abuse, forced abortion, and the deep regret of being separated from her family.Ritu opens up about her struggles, her mother’s death, and the pain of being a mother. Today, she is living independently and working in Dubai, carrying the strength to move forward despite everything she has faced.This is a real story of pain, survival, regret, courage, and hope.
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  Her Family Rejected Her After Inter-Caste Marriage | Rajani Adhikari’s Real Story | Harka Podcast 27.06.2026 1h 58min

  In this emotional episode of Harka Podcast, Rajani Adhikari shares her painful life journey — from getting married at a young age while studying in grade 8, facing family pressure, caste discrimination, betrayal in marriage, domestic abuse, forced abortion, and the deep regret of being separated from her family.Rajani opens up about her struggles, her father’s death, the pain of not being informed, and her heartfelt apology to her mother and brother. Today, she is living independently and working in Dubai, carrying the strength to move forward despite everything she has faced.This is a real story of pain, survival, regret, courage, and hope.#HarkaPodcast #RajaniAdhikari #NepaliPodcast #LifeStory #DubaiNepali