Archive for the ‘Conversations’ Category

Rohan Soman: A versatile artist

A multi-talented artist, Rohan Soman has deep interest in choreographing, teaching, acting, drawing cartoons and photography. Trained in Latin-American dances, he now runs his own dance studio and shares his passion with his students. In a candid chat with The Punekar, he talks about his passion...
September 28th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Lila Poonawalla: At par with excellence

A lady with a determination and grit, Lila Poonawalla is the first lady who dared to venture into the men’s field. Hardworking and a learner, she never looked down on any job. Instead her ability to perform various tasks with skill made her the first woman CEO of India. In conversation with The...
September 21st, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Pandit Vijay Ghate: One of India’s finest tabla players

One of the enthusiastic and brilliant tabla players, Pandit Vijay Ghate picked up the talent at the tender age of three. His talent was encouraged by his parents, which helped him be one the finest tabla players across the world. Pandi Vijay Ghate is one of the few artists who are comfortable accompanying...
September 14th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Aditya Prabhu: The mastermind behind Dumru, India’s drum festival

Aditya Ashok Prabhu is the mastermind behind India’s first Drum festival which kick-starts on 16th September. An entrepreneur and director at GladPeople services, he has a rich experience in event management and has worked with biggies like Percept, Lintas, Nimbus, 360 degree etc. In conversation...
September 7th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Nikhil Gangavane: A complete talent package

A multi-talented artist, Nikhil Gangavane is a self taught person, who followed his passion and emerged successful. Gangavane is popular name in the international market for his stock photography, music and Michael Jackson concerts. In an interview with The Punekar, he talks about being close to...
August 31st, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Monika Trivedi: Bold and beautiful

A social activist, journalist and a socialite, Monika Trivedi is a popular name in Pune. Well known for her theme parties and unconventional dressing style, she is an inspiration for many. As a social activist, she believes in doing her bit for the betterment of society and firmly stands up for...
August 24th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Bridging the gap between commuters and rickshawallas:Mukesh Jha and Janardhan Prasad

Founder of Dial-a-Rickshaw, Mukesh Jha and Janardhan Prasad are IIT graduates from Kanpur. With a mission to make commute system better and reliable, the duo founded Dial-a-Rickshaw system, which caters to both commuters and auto-drivers. In a chat with The Punekar, they talk about their project...
August 17th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

Inspiring women: Sudha Menon

Stepping out from a fulfilling journalism career, Sudha Menon chose to be an author, which gave her the chance to write to her heart’s content without any rules and regulations. Writer of bestseller Leading Ladies, Menon’s book narrates the trials and tribulations of some of the most successful...
August 10th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

A tête-à-tête with the author of The Happiness Quotient, Dr. Rekha Shetty

Dr. Rekha Shetty is an author, entrepreneur and a thinker. Fondly called as the corporate doctor, Dr. Shetty, exclusively works on innovating tools that can help bring happiness in others lives. She is one off the first women Rotary Governor in Asia and is on the panel of several educational institutions. Here...
August 3rd, 2011 | Conversations | Read More

In conversation with first time author Manasi Vaidya

An avid blogger, writer and day dreamer, Manasi Vaidya is the latest to join the group of budding novelist. Inspired from her own corporate experiences, Vaidya is out with her first book No Deadline For Love. In conversation with The Punekar, Manasi Vaidya shares the making of her book, ‘No Deadline...
July 27th, 2011 | Conversations | Read More