Raj Shamani's Figuring Out
Indian Rap Industry, Mafia Mundeer, Fake Views & Income ft. Badshah | FO 106 | Raj Shamani
15 Jul 2023
Order my first book 'Build, Don't Talk' here: https://amzn.eu/d/eCfijRu--------------Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:-https://www.youtube.com/@rajshamaniclipshttps://www.youtube.com/@RajShamani.Shorts ------------In this podcast we are in coversation with Indian rapper Badshah. The Delhi boy has worked his way up to make it to Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart, BBC Asian Network charts, and YouTube Music video charts, putting India on the global rap music map.Much like most of the Indian population, Bollywood has had a lasting impact on Badshah's life. In fact, the musician changed his stage name from ‘Cool Equal’ to Badshah after being starstruck by Shah Rukh Khan.He joined the band Mafia Mundeer in 2006, alongside fellow rapper Honey Singh. In this episode, we have discussed a wide range of topics that delve into Badshah's life, career, and perspectives on the music industry. Get ready for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion that offers a unique glimpse into the world of one of India's most celebrated artist. Badshah discusses his upcoming projects and ventures, and share how to pursue a career as a rapper or musician. He also shares his insights on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry and why he admire late Sidhu Moose Wala. Don't miss this captivating episode, where we provide invaluable insights into the life and mind of one of India's biggest music sensations.----------------🎧 Stream Figuring Out episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/736rhmW7vilNgkFFo8aDz4📺 Watch Figuring Out episodes on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE0Jo6NF_JYO5-phess8GKafKMtPv3tfZ---------------Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction2:18 - Raj’s first meeting with Badshah4:17 - Badshah’s story5:34 - Badshah’s meeting with SRK and Salman Khan7:18 - Reason behind the name Badshah bhaiya8:32 - Competition in the industry11:18 - Badshah’s approach towards business and life16:28 - India; the next big thing21:14 - How to enter the Rap industry? 24:28 - Badshah’s take on new rappers27:42 - Mafia Mundeer33:04 - Badshah’s sources of income38:40 - Ideology behind becoming a legend 39:35 - Sidhu Moose Wala40:59 - Badshah’s favourite singers44:14 - What’s going wrong with the Hip Hop industry?48:45 - Will AI destroy musicians?51:02 - YouTube views controversy55:11 - Badshah’s biggest show57:04 - Dream big58:44 - A mysterious incident in Badshah’s life1:02:51 - Badshah’s demands for a show1:04:57 - Ashneer Grover1:07:20 - Badshah being a Gold Medalist in MathsAbout Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamanihttps://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamanihttps://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRajhttps://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamanihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/• • •#Podcast #FiguringOut #RajShamaniAbout Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
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