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What does it take to go from creating content to building a business of your own? On this episode of **Offscript with Social Nation**, Sonal Ambekar sits down with **Ishita Khanna, content creator and co-founder of SlashO**, for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, building a footwear brand with her sister, and navigating life on both sides of the creator economy. From her journey after UPSC preparation to building a presence as a content creator and launching SlashO, Ishita opens up about the realities of finding your own path, growing a business, and figuring things out along the way. **IN THIS EPISODE:** - Ishita Khanna's journey from UPSC preparation to content creation - Building SlashO, a footwear brand, with her sister - The challenges of being both a founder and a content creator - What changes when a creator becomes a business owner - The creator economy, brand collaborations and influencer marketing - Why consistency and authenticity matter more than going viral - Navigating algorithms without losing your creative identity - The realities of sibling partnerships and building a team - Modern arranged marriage, relationship expectations and protecting your peace This conversation goes beyond the highlight reel to explore what it means to build something of your own while continuing to figure out who you are. 🎙️ **Offscript with Social Nation** brings you candid conversations with creators, founders and voices shaping culture. **Guest:** Ishita Khanna **Host:** Sonal Ambekar **Featuring:** SlashO If you enjoyed this conversation, like the video, share your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe to Offscript with Social Nation for more conversations that go beyond the script. #IshitaKhanna #Entrepreneurship #CreatorEconomy Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Why Is Arranged Marriage So Exhausting? | Ishita Khanna | OffScript with Social Nation
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Why Is Arranged Marriage So Exhausting? | Ishita Khanna | OffScript with Social Nation

From singing covers to headlining her own shows, Sairaah is building a musical identity that is unmistakably hers. 🎶 On this episode of **Offscript with Social Nation**, Sonal Ambekar sits down with Sairaah to talk about her journey as a singer, the experience of completing her half-million tour, and what it takes to turn a love for music into a career. Saira opens up about discovering her passion for live performances, learning to connect with audiences, navigating the independent music scene, and finding the confidence to own her sound. She also talks about personal growth, handling criticism, her pre-show ritual, and the artists she dreams of collaborating with. Plus, stay till the end for a fun musical segment featuring songs you know and love, live singing, and a glimpse into Sairaah’s latest original track, **“Saanware.”** **IN THIS EPISODE:** 🎤 Sairaah’s journey from college gigs to touring 🎸 Discovering her sound through covers and original music 🌍 Performing across India and internationally 💭 Choosing music over a conventional career path ✨ Building stage confidence and connecting with audiences 🧠 Handling criticism, difficult people and personal growth 🙏 Her pre-show ritual and life on the road 🎶 Her latest song, Saanware, and dream collaborations If you love independent music, live performances, and honest conversations with artists who are carving their own paths, this episode is for you. Subscribe to **Social Nation** for more conversations with your favourite singers, creators and storytellers. 🎧 **Guest:** Sairaah | @sairaahlive 🎙️ **Host:** Sonal Ambekar 📺 **Podcast:** Offscript with Social Nation #Sairaah #IndependentMusic #OffScriptWithSocialNation Chapters: 00:00 Saira Sings Live | Musical Highlights 02:05 From Covers to Finding Her Own Sound 02:19 The 500K Tour: Behind the Scenes 03:01 The First Show and Tour Nerves 04:13 Performing Across Cities and Countries 05:02 Discovering Her Love for Singing 05:54 Learning Guitar Without Formal Training 06:24 Building Stage Confidence 07:09 How Mumbai Changed Her as a Performer 08:30 The Power of Social Media and Independent Music 09:08 Building a Career Beyond Record Labels 13:26 Family, Safety and Life as a Performer 14:36 Telling Her Parents She Wanted to Pursue Music 15:47 Choosing Music Over a Conventional Career 17:30 The Reality of Building a Music Career 18:26 Handling Difficult People and Protecting Your Peace 19:11 Learning to Handle Criticism 20:16 How Life and Experience Changed Her 21:27 Saira’s Pre-Show Ritual 22:02 When Live Performances Don’t Go to Plan 24:15 Performing “Jugni” Live 28:13 “Saanware”: Her New Original Song 29:40 Training Her Voice and Expanding Her Range 30:40 From Bollywood Covers to Independent Music 31:04 Dream Collaborations With Arijit Singh and A. R. Rahman 32:08 Singer Inspirations and Stage Presence 33:23 Guess the Song | A Fun Musical Challenge 35:25 Songs for Friendship, Self-Love and Life 37:11 What’s Next for Saira? 38:31 Outro | Offscript with Social Nation Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
From Covers to Concert Tours: Sairaah’s Journey as an Independent Singer | OffScript
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From Covers to Concert Tours: Sairaah’s Journey as an Independent Singer | OffScript

From working 18 hours a day across three jobs to building a community that celebrates her unapologetic personality, Sejal Khandekar's journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode of Offscript with Social Nation, hosted by Sonal Ambekar, we sit down with Sejal Khandekar, the creator known for her Marathi humour, relatable characters, infectious energy and fearless authenticity. Sejal opens up about leaving her Master's degree midway to pursue content creation, taking a leap of faith against conventional expectations, and navigating the uncertainty of building a career on social media. We get into the realities behind the reels: the sleepless nights, the pressure of numbers, her first brand deal, and the moment she bought her mother a gold necklace with her own money. We also talk about online trolling, racism, body shaming, embracing her loud personality, and using her platform to help women feel more confident in their own skin. From her close bond with her younger brother and the role her family played in her journey to her love for bikes, tattoos and her dream of becoming an actress, this conversation reveals the person behind the screen. In this episode: Quitting her Master's degree to pursue content creation Working three jobs and hustling for her dream Going viral with relatable characters and Marathi humour Facing online hate, racism and body shaming Finding confidence and staying unapologetically herself Her first brand deal and buying her mother a gold necklace Her bond with her family and younger brother Women, bikes, tattoos and her dream of becoming an actress 🎙️ Offscript with Social Nation is where creators go beyond the content and share the stories, struggles and personalities behind their online lives. Hosted by Sonal Ambekar Subscribe to Social Nation for more candid conversations with your favourite creators. Chapters: 00:00 – Meet Sejal Khandekar | The Creator Behind the Camera 05:32 – Choosing Content Creation Over a Master’s Degree 10:28 – The Reality of Being a Full-Time Creator 14:33 – Growing Up With Her Brother 17:23 – Being Loud, Different & Unapologetically Herself 19:16 – Online Hate, Racism & Body Image 24:13 – The Viral Reel That Changed Everything 28:42 – First Brand Deal & Making Her Mom Proud 32:01 – How Content Creation Changed Her Confidence 35:37 – Her Relationship With Her Father 39:30 – Real vs. Reel: The Side of Sejal You Don’t See 43:02 – Biking, Freedom & Finding Herself 49:09 – Tattoos, Acting Dreams & What’s Next Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
I Quit My Master's to Become a Creator | Sejal Khandekar on Fame, Family & Finding Herself
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I Quit My Master's to Become a Creator | Sejal Khandekar on Fame, Family & Finding Herself

Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Just before entering the Bigg Boss Bangla house, Niranjan Mandal sat down with us for a completely OffScript conversation about his journey from CA aspirant to content creator, actor, Cannes red carpet guest and now Bigg Boss Bangla contestant. Best known for his iconic character Laughter Sen, Niranjan opens up about starting content creation during lockdown, his first brand deal, the story behind Mita Aunty, his love for Bengali culture, staying true to his roots and his transition from comedy and reels into acting. He also talks about playing a psychotic character, his ambition to make films, representing West Bengal at Cannes, the story behind his Bengali-inspired Cannes outfit, and what it felt like to realise just how big that moment really was. From making random videos during lockdown to creating characters millions can relate to, walking the Cannes red carpet and entering the Bigg Boss Bangla house, this is Niranjan Mandal like you've never seen him before. In this episode: • Niranjan Mandal's journey from CA aspirant to content creator • Starting content creation during the COVID lockdown • His first brand deal and first big paycheck • How Laughter Sen came to life • The story behind Mita Aunty • Creating Bengali content for a wider audience • His transition from content creator to actor • Playing a psychotic/serial-killer character • His dream of becoming a filmmaker • Representing West Bengal at Cannes • His Bengali-inspired Cannes outfit • Staying unapologetically connected to his roots • His Bigg Boss Bangla journey • What's next for Niranjan Mandal Watch till the end for a fun Mita Aunty-inspired segment and some completely unfiltered Niranjan. Subscribe to OffScript with Social Nation for honest, entertaining conversations with creators, actors, entrepreneurs and culture-shapers. #NiranjanMandal #BiggBossBangla #LaughterSen #MitaAunty #OffScript #Cannes #BengaliCreator #SocialNation Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
From Cannes to Bigg Boss Bangla: @laughtersane Niranjan Mondal on CA, Mita Aunty & Becoming an Actor
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From Cannes to Bigg Boss Bangla: @laughtersane Niranjan Mondal on CA, Mita Aunty & Becoming an Actor

Sahil Gupta has built a career out of turning everyday corporate life into comedy. But what happens when the company you’re making jokes about actually finds out? In this episode of Offscript with Sonal Ambekar, Sahil talks about the moment his workplace discovered his corporate-comedy videos, the conversation with HR that followed, and how he eventually got the freedom to keep creating. He also opens up about a story he’s never shared before: auditioning for years, turning down an opportunity because of a family commitment, and then unexpectedly getting the chance to appear on Wheel of Fortune with Akshay Kumar. From fake productivity and performance reviews to endless meetings, quiet quitting, Gen Z and workplace culture, Sahil gets candid about the realities of corporate life. We also talk about entrepreneurship, the creator economy and why you shouldn’t quit your stable job just because content creation looks glamorous online. This is Sahil Gupta, Offscript. #SahilGupta #Offscript #SonalAmbekar #AkshayKumar #CorporateComedy #ContentCreator #CreatorEconomy #Entrepreneurship #CorporateLife Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Sahil Gupta On His Corporate Comedy, Akshay Kumar & Why You Shouldn’t Quit Your Job | Offscript
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Sahil Gupta On His Corporate Comedy, Akshay Kumar & Why You Shouldn’t Quit Your Job | Offscript

Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official What happens when an Indian and an American fall in love in Vietnam, build a life together, and accidentally turn their relationship into a 20-million-view content journey? 👀 Liz and Shiv are the couple behind the popular India-meets-America content that blends culture shocks, everyday differences, relationship humour and life between countries. In this episode of Offscript with Social Nation, we go back to where it all began: Vietnam, where Liz and Shiv first met, their completely unexpected first date, and the moment Shiv quit his job and showed up at Liz’s house with all his belongings. We also talk about: • How they went from around 1,000 followers to a video with 20 MILLION views • Why they quit their jobs to pursue content creation full-time • The biggest India vs America culture shocks • Indian weddings vs American weddings • Why Liz has been learning Hindi and dealing with comments about her accent • The hilarious DMs they receive asking how to find an American girlfriend • How they turn tiny cultural differences into viral content • Life in Mumbai vs Vietnam • Indian street food, hospitality and everything Liz loves about India • Their experience navigating two very different cultures as a couple From a random bike ride in Vietnam to building a life and career together, this is the story behind the people you see on screen. Hi, I’m Sonal and today we’re going Offscript with Liz & Shiv. Subscribe to Offscript with Social Nation for more conversations with creators, entertainers and fascinating people with stories you haven’t heard before. #LizAndShiv #OffscriptWithSocialNation #SocialNation #IndianAmericanCouple #ContentCreators #IndiaVsAmerica Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
They Quit Their Jobs & Their First Video Got 20 MILLION Views | Liz & Shiv | Offscript
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They Quit Their Jobs & Their First Video Got 20 MILLION Views | Liz & Shiv | Offscript

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Bhagya Bro opens up about one of the most emotional moments from her journey on Maa Hai Na, the hit reality show streaming on ZEE5. Shooting alongside her mom wasn't easy. Since her mother wasn't comfortable speaking Hindi, the very first day on set became overwhelming. She was nervous, emotional, and even wanted to quit the show. But as the journey unfolded, she surprised everyone, including Bhagya herself, by adapting, making friends, and giving an incredible performance. In this heartfelt conversation, Bhagya reflects on the challenges of working with family, overcoming fear, and watching her mother shine on one of the biggest stages of their lives. 🎙️ Watch the full conversation on Offscript with Social Nation for more untold stories from Bhagya Bro's reality show journey, behind-the-scenes moments from Maa Hai Na, and her life as one of India's most loved comedy creators. Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Her mom wanted to quit... but ended up surprising everyone on the reality show! ❤️ @bhagyabroo #zee5
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Her mom wanted to quit... but ended up surprising everyone on the reality show! ❤️ @bhagyabroo #zee5

Bhagya Bro opens up about one of the toughest phases of her reality show journey. Despite falling ill, battling loose motions, and dealing with a painful breakup behind the scenes, she chose to show up and give every challenge her all. A reminder that resilience often looks like simply refusing to quit. Stay tuned for the full conversation that drops tomorrow! Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
The right motivation! @bhagyabroo Full conversation dropping tomorrow! #maahaina #zee5
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The right motivation! @bhagyabroo Full conversation dropping tomorrow! #maahaina #zee5

Sibling rivalry meets relationship debate. Kunal Ahlawat confidently claims he'd make a better boyfriend than Kartik Ahlawat, leading to a hilarious exchange between the brothers. Green flags, dating standards, and pure banter all packed into one fun conversation. Who do you think wins this debate? #BoyfriendMaterial #DatingTalk #RelationshipGoals #KunalAhlawat #KartikAhlawat #AhlawatBrothers #PodcastShorts #FunnyPodcast #siblingbanter Watch full conversation on our Youtube Channel! Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Who according to you would be a better boyfriend? @K.Ahlawat @Kartikahlawatt
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Who according to you would be a better boyfriend? @K.Ahlawat @Kartikahlawatt

Flowers, grand gestures, emotional availability... are K-Dramas changing what women expect from men? In this candid discussion, the Ahlawat Brothers explore how Korean dramas have influenced modern dating expectations and why many women are drawn to the romantic male leads portrayed on screen. A fun yet insightful conversation on relationships, romance, and pop culture. #KDrama #DatingCulture #Relationships #ModernDating #AhlawatBrothers #KunalAhlawat #KartikAhlawat #PodcastShorts #KoreanDrama #LoveAndRelationships Watch the full conversation on our Youtube Channel! Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Have K-Dramas Ruined Dating Expectations? 👀 @Kartikahlawatt @K.Ahlawat
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Have K-Dramas Ruined Dating Expectations? 👀 @Kartikahlawatt @K.Ahlawat

A powerful conversation that everyone needs to hear. Kartik Ahlawat recalls an incident where he intervened to stop an elderly man from harassing a young girl on a bus. Kunal Ahlawat explains why public silence often empowers offenders and why speaking up can make all the difference. An important discussion about public responsibility, women's safety, and standing up for what's right. #WomenSafety #RespectWomen #SocialAwareness #KartikAhlawat #KunalAhlawat #AhlawatBrothers #PodcastShorts #PublicResponsibility #ViralPodcast Watch full conversation on our Youtube Channel! Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Why Staying Silent Helps Harassers Get Away 🚨
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Why Staying Silent Helps Harassers Get Away 🚨

Imagine discovering someone is impersonating you online and using your identity to message girls. Kartik Ahlawat shares the shocking story of a fake Snapchat account created in his name, where the impersonator allegedly asked girls for inappropriate photos. A conversation about online safety, digital identity, and social media risks. #Snapchat #SocialMedia #Catfish #OnlineSafety #KartikAhlawat #AhlawatBrothers #PodcastClips #DigitalIdentity #InternetCulture #ViralShorts Watch the full conversation on our Youtube Channel! Click Here to Subscribe to Social Nation :- http://bit.ly/SocialNation_Official Follow Social Nation on :- Instagram :- https://www.instagram.com/socialnationnow/ Twitter : -https://twitter.com/socialnationnow?s=11 Facebook :- https://www.facebook.com/socialnationnow/ Digitally Powered by One Digital Entertainment [https://www.instagram.com/onedigitalentertainment/] [http://www.onedigitalentertainment.com]
Someone Made a Fake Snapchat as Kartik 😳 It Got Dark Fast @Kartikahlawatt @K.Ahlawat
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Someone Made a Fake Snapchat as Kartik 😳 It Got Dark Fast @Kartikahlawatt @K.Ahlawat

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