The Raj Mahal Show

Episode 5: Finding A'niche: An artist's story of of his pursuit of music

MIT grad, career in fintech...nah, lets leave it all behind to pursue a career in music! Thats the story of A'niche. As an Indian-American hip-hop artist from Denver, Colorado. A'niche unearthed his potential for artistry during his senior year at MIT. After graduating in 2016, he moved out to San Francisco and began pursuing his passion for music. His goal is to use music as a means to shatter stereotypes and create acceptance within the entertainment realm. His influences include the likes of Childish Gambino, Eminem, and Logic. A'niche uses tongue-twister word play, coupled with powerful storytelling imagery. He aims to fuse his Indian heritage into the hip-hop world. He released his debut single “Can’t Hang” on October 2nd, 2019, followed by his debut EP “ABCD” a week later. Wherever you listen to your music- you're going to want to check him out!

Episode 4 - Talking shop with Vishal Kalyanasundaram

Exciting episode talking with up and coming comic and Indian Matchmaking season 2 star, Vishal Kalyanasundaram! We get the chance to hear Vishal's side of the story and hear his thoughts and experience on the show. He shares with us how he got into comedy and we even get personal talking about how important it is to seek the help of therapy if you need it. Listen for more!

Episode 3 - A Wildfire(side) Chat with Co-Founder Vinay Ramesh

Berkley grads- remember that sick app to alert you about nearby events around campus? WILDFIRE! Today, we hear from co-founder and COO Vinay Ramesh. He gives us some insight into how it started, walks us through their acquisition by Opendoor, and what he's been doing to give back to the community. Additionally, Raj and Vinay discuss their shared culture and what their experience growing up as south asian men!

Episode 2 - Oui Chef with Lucas Fanucci

On the 2nd episode of the Raj Mahal Show, Raj is joined by Co- founder and General Manager of Nicolas Eatery, a french-themed, farm-fresh restaurant in Malibu, CA, just off the PCH. Lucas and Raju's friendship goes back over 10 years as they both met as teammates in Berwyn, PA where they were both on the swim team at the Upper Main Line YMCA. Lucas and Raju discuss the journey of the Fanucci Restaurant Group and Lucas shares some insight on what it's like being 26 years old and managing up and coming restaurant. The episode would not be complete without a quick shoutout to the boys back in Philly!

Episode 1 - Welcome to The Rajmahal Show

Hello everyone! Welcome to Episode 1 of The Rajmahal Show, hosted by Raju Kolluru- The RmS is the world's only "non-standard" podcast hosted by the worlds only "Gindian". On this show, we talk about South Asian culture and talk to influential South Asians and "Non-standard" professionals who share with us their journey and experiences to success. Raju is well traveled and has a unique background - so take a look inside and hear from the amazing people who have shaped his life!