Real Verses, with Saugat

What Vinod Seshan Wishes He Knew Before Becoming an IAS Officer?

We begin 2026 with a conversation that demanded patience.This episode of Real Verses with Saugat featuring Vinod Seshan, IAS, Joint Secretary, Government of India, was recorded earlier this year.As an active IAS officer in service, the episode required official clearance before release. Out of respect for due process and institutional integrity, we chose to wait - and did not publish any other episode this year before this one.And today, we’re proud to finally share it.In this deeply reflective conversation, we explore:• Purpose over popularity• Leadership in a loud world• The emotional weight of public service• UPSC reality vs. social media aspirations• Fear of failure and quitting before trying• What responsibility truly feels like• Meaning beyond rank and designationFrom All-India Rank 3 in the Civil Services Examination to shaping India’s energy narrative, Vinod Seshan speaks not about power - but about clarity, discipline, and humility.This is not a policy discussion.This is a human conversation.If you are:– A UPSC aspirant– A young professional at a crossroads– A leader navigating responsibility– Or someone searching for deeper meaningThis episode is for you.#RealVersesWithSaugat #VinodSeshan #IASOfficer #UPSCMotivation #PurposeOverPopularity #LeadershipIndia #PublicService #IndianPodcast

Varun Dagar: Not All Wounds Bleed; Some Create Art

He danced through pain. He survived judgment. He rose through fire. This is the Varun Dagar you’ve never heard before. In this powerful full-length episode of Real Verses with Saugat, street performer and artist Varun Dagar opens up about the battles behind the applause - the fear, the humiliation, the heartbreak, the viral moments, and the courage that kept him moving when everything around him was trying to break him. This is not just an interview.This is an emotional, gritty, deeply personal conversation about surviving, evolving, and choosing yourself again and again. IN THIS EPISODE, VARUN SHARES: 🔥 The truth behind his rise as a street performer 🔥 The incident that changed his life 🔥 The loneliness behind viral fame 🔥 Why soft men are misunderstood in India 🔥 His most painful memories 🔥 The mindset that helped him rebuild himself 🔥 What he wants to create for the next generation of artists 🔥 His message for anyone who feels lost or broken If you’ve ever fought a silent battle, if you’ve ever felt underestimated, if you’ve ever wanted to follow your heart - this episode will speak to you. WHY YOU SHOULD WATCH THIS EPISODE ✓ Raw honesty ✓ Unfiltered emotions ✓ Never-before-heard stories ✓ Deep reflections on identity, masculinity, pain & purpose ✓ Inspirational insights for creators, dreamers & anyone chasing a difficult path This is Varun Dagar beyond the dance.This is the man, the mind, the heart, the fire. FOLLOW & CONNECT 🎤 Real Verses with SaugatA podcast about real stories, real battles, and the courage behind human transformation.Subscribe for more conversations that move you.

The Search After Success | Verse 8 with Eshaan Agarwal

What do you chase after you’ve achieved everything you weretold to dream of? At just 30, Eshaan Agarwal has lived the Indian ambition blueprint: ✔️ IIT Delhi ✔️ BCG ✔️ Head of Business, Cars24 (Australia) ✔️ Stability, success, money, milestones But behind the accomplishments lies a quieter, deeper truth -success didn’t end the search. It intensified it. InVerse 8 of Real Verses with Saugat, Eshaan opens up about: ·      The pressure of being “the ideal child” ·      Losing his father at 19 and how it changed him ·      The IIT paradox - success outside, emptiness inside ·      Consulting at BCG and the intense grind ·      Leading Cars24 in Australia ·      Having “everything” yet still yearning for meaning ·      Balancing ambition with stillness ·      Redefining purpose beyond titles, money, and achievements ·      Marriage, love, partnership & emotional growth ·      The truth about success in your 20s and 30s ·      What our generation still gets wrong about happiness This is not a story of achievement. This is a story of introspection, vulnerability, and the search after success. If you’ve ever felt like you’re chasing something you can’t name… If you’ve ever wondered why success sometimes feels incomplete… If you’ve ever felt the pressure of a life that “looks perfect” but doesn’t feel whole - This episode will speak to you. 🎙️ Real Verses with Saugat Raw. Real. Unfiltered conversations on meaning, purpose, ambition & identity. 👇 Let’s hear from you: Whatare you searching for in life right now? #IITDelhi #BCG #Cars24 #EshaanAgarwal #RealVersesWithSaugat #IndianPodcast #SelfGrowth#Purpose #SuccessMindset #StartupLife #Fulfillment #LifeLessons #PodcastIndia

From Failure to Chartered Accountant: Siddharth Gambhir's Path

Only 0.029% of India’s population ever becomes a Chartered Accountant and Siddharth Gambhir is one of them.From the bustling lanes of Ghaziabad to the world of finance and grit, Siddharth’s story is not just about numbers. It’s about the sleepless nights, the heartbreak of failure, the fear of not being enough, the relentless spirit to rise again - stronger, wiser, and more grounded. It is also his story about surrender.In this deeply raw and real conversation, we explore:🎯 What drives someone to chase a dream against impossible odds🔥 The untold pressure and mental toll behind “success”💔 The loneliness that follows big wins and small losses🌄 How manifestation, mindset, and madness shape destinyThis is not just a podcast - it’s a masterclass in resilience.🎧 Tune in to Real Verses with Saugat📺 Watch now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon#RealVersesWithSaugat #SiddharthGambhir #CAJourney #Motivation #GritAndGrace #PodcastIndia #Inspiration #everydayheroes

Naaz Sultana: How Music Became Her Rebellion | Verse 5

Naaz Sultana is not just a singer-songwriter, composer, and aspiring actor - she’s a force of nature. In this deeply personal and unfiltered conversation, we explore how music became her rebellion, her sanctuary, and her voice.🎶 From Assam to national stages, Naaz has carved her journey without waiting for permission. A self-taught artist, her story is one of defiance, dreams, and the raw courage to stand tall in an industry that isn’t always kind.In this episode, we talk about:✨ Growing up with music as both escape and expression✨ Finding identity as a self-taught musician in Assam✨ The struggles, stereotypes, and breakthroughs of being a rebel artist✨ How she channels her voice into songwriting, storytelling, and acting✨ Why art is both rebellion and healingIf you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood, this conversation will remind you why your voice matters.📌 Watch the full episode now and don’t forget to:👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Real Verses💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments - let’s keep it real.🔗 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music#NaazSultana #RealVersesWithSaugat #DaughterofAssam #SingerSongwriter #RebelArtist #Podcast #EverydayHeroes #HopeandDreams