Success Isn't About One Business | Mahesh Krishnachari on O'ver Coffee, COVID Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Expressions

Success Isn't About One Business | Mahesh Krishnachari on O'ver Coffee, COVID Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Expressions

Mahesh Krishnachari, founder of O'ver Coffee and Director of VEVRA, joins Expressions for a conversation on entrepreneurship, hospitality, architecture and buildingbusinesses with purpose. From creating one of Bengaluru's most distinctive café and wine destinations to leading industrial projects across India, Mahesh shares how patience, quality and long-term thinking shaped his journey. He talks about working with renowned chef Abhijit Saha, why he waited four years before launching O'ver Coffee, and how the COVID-19 pandemic inspired him to develop IoT-enabled medical isolation pods that later received recognition from the Karnataka government. The conversation also explores European café culture, customer experience, mentorship, business failures and why true success is about creating value wherever you're needed.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why patience matters in entrepreneurship • The story behind O'ver Coffee • How Chef Abhijit Saha shaped the brand • Why customer experience is everything • Lessons from building COVID isolation pods • Why quality should never be compromised • What failure teaches every entrepreneur? • Mahesh's definition of success  PEOPLE & PROJECTS FEATURED  • Mahesh Krishnachari •O'ver Coffee • VEVRA • Chef Abhijit Saha • 48-H Pizza • COVID Isolation Pods • Dr. K. Sudhakar   ABOUT MAHESH  Mahesh Krishnachari is the founder of O'ver Coffee and Director of VEVRA, an architecture, engineering and construction company. His work spans hospitality, industrial infrastructure and healthcare innovation, including the development of IoT-enabled medical isolation pods during the COVID-19 pandemic. Follow Mahesh : @maheshkrishnachari @overcoffeeindia @overcoffeesadashivanagar

Kasim Raja — Preventing Crime Before It Happens | Cybercrime, AI & Modern Policing | Expressions | The New Indian Express

Deputy Commissioner of Police Kasim Raja joins Expressions for a conversation on cybercrime, digital safety, AI's role in policing, and the lessons he learned directly from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. With 30 years of service transforming Bangalore's police force through technology and human judgment, he shares practical tips on spotting scams, protecting your digital footprint, and why prevention will always beat punishment. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • The difference between a digital arrest and a real one • How language barriers can stop scammers mid-call • Why criminals will always be one step ahead—and how to stay ahead • The three golden rules of financial transactions and device security • How Dr. Kalam's "prevention mindset" revolutionized policing • Why witness interrogation will always be an art, not an algorithm • The real cost of peer pressure on teenagers' digital footprints • How 30 years of police work doesn't killyour belief in human goodness • The future of crime: What's coming next that doesn't exist yet PEOPLE AND CONCEPTS FEATURED • Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Whose advice shaped his approach to preventive policing • Karnataka Police: Modern policing through technology, heat mapping, and facial recognition • Bangalore City: Where his 30 years transformed public safety through innovation • Digital Arrest Scams: The concept created by criminals that doesn't exist in Indian law • AI and Voice Cloning: How criminals use artificial intelligence to mimic loved ones • MCA Education: His technical background that bridged technology and policing • Crime Prevention Technology: Electronic Bit System and police data digitalization • IPL and World Cup: Large-scale event management with Karnataka Police • Cyber Harassment: Online fraud, cybercrime, and digital safety awareness ABOUT RAJA IMAM KASIM P. Raja Imam Kasim P is Deputy Commissioner of Police, Bangalore City Police, with 30 years of service transforming law enforcement through technology and human intelligence. An MCA graduate, he brings a unique combination of technical expertise and investigative skill to modern policing.From preventing cybercrime to managing large-scale events, he has made Bangalore one of India's safest cities.

The Best Life Lessons from Expressions | 100th Episode Special | The New Indian Express

#expressions #100thepisode #lifelessons #inspiration #podcast #thenewindianexpress #motivation #leadership #successstories #india To mark this milestone, we've handpicked some of the most inspiring conversations and timeless lessons from the Expressions archive. Whether you're a long-time viewer or joining us for the first time, this special episode is a celebration of the ideas, stories, and perspectives that continue to inspire.

‘I Could Have Been Rich’ | Arjun Sajnani on Sunny's, Theatre & Success | Expressions

Theatre director, filmmaker, actor and restaurateur Arjun Sajnani joins Expressions for a conversation on creativity, success, envy, old Bangalore and building a meaningful life. From directing acclaimed productions like The Fire and the Rain and Amadeus to founding Sunny's, one of Bangalore's most iconic restaurants, Arjun reflects on passion, ambition,legacy and why success isn't always measured by wealth. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why success isn't always about becoming wealthy • What Girish Karnad taught Arjun about storytelling • Why theatre demands attention unlike any other art form • The lesson behind Salieri, envy and creative ambition • Why Arjun chose passion over scaling a business • How Bangalore has changed over the decades • The importance of loyalty in hospitality • What makes a meaningful legacy • Lessons on creativity, discipline and purpose People, Projects & Works Featured in This Episode ● Arjun Sajnani: Theatre director, filmmaker, actor and founder of Sunny's ● Sunny's: One of Bangalore's most iconic restaurants andthe story behind its creation ● Sunny the Dog: The beloved dog whose arrival inspired thename and identity of Sunny's ● Vivek: Arjun's close friend and business partner, whoplayed a key role in the Sunny's journey ● Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: One of Sunny's earliest customers and supporters, remembered through stories from the restaurant's early days ● Geeta Menon, Vikram and Geetanjali Kirloskar:: Mentioned in the discussion on friendship, community and Bangalore's social circles ● Girish Karnad: Playwright, actor and one of India's most influential literary figures ● The Fire and the Rain: The production that became a turning point in Arjun's theatre career ● Amadeus: The acclaimed play that sparked a discussion on genius, ambition and envy ● Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri: Referenced during a conversation on comparison, self-doubt and artistic excellence ABOUT ARJUNArjun Sajnani is a theatre director, filmmaker, actor and restaurateur best known as the founder of Sunny's. Over the past three decades, he has directed acclaimed stage productions, worked in film and hospitality, and played a significant role in shaping Bangalore's theatre and cultural landscape.

AI Will Replace Marketers, Digital Is a Disaster & Why Hard Work Never Dies | Expressions

Brand strategist, author, and consumer behavior expert Harish Bijoor joins Expressions for a conversation on branding, AI, digital culture, relationships, and the future of work. From his dream of becoming an IAS officer to advising some of India's biggest brands and political campaigns, he shares the lessons that shaped his journey, his views on a rapidly changing world, and why understanding people remains at the heart of every great idea. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why hard work never goes out of fashion • The failure that still motivates Harish today • How AI is changing marketing and business • Why consumer research remains irreplaceable • What makes brands memorable • The hidden costs of digital dependency • Why relationships are becoming more transactional • The importance of continuous learning • How curiosity creates opportunity • Why empathy is a competitive advantage People, Brands & Topics Mentioned • Atal Bihari Vajpayee — Former Prime Minister of India • Neelam Sanjiva Reddy — Former President of India • V. V. Giri — Former President of India • George Fernandes — Former Defence Minister of India • Shiv Khera — Author & Motivational Speaker • Tata Coffee — Indian Coffee Company • Brook Bond Lipton — FMCG Company • Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Brand Positioning • Consumer Behaviour • Political Campaigns • Dating Apps & Relationships • Digital Culture • Rural India Marketing • Leadership & Entrepreneurship ABOUT HARISH BIJOOR Harish Bijoor is a brand strategist, author, business consultant, and consumer behavior expert. Over the years, he has advised leading corporations, startups, political campaigns, and public figures on branding, positioning, market strategy, and consumer insights. Known for his sharp views on marketing, technology, and culture, he continues to be one of India's most influential voices in the world of brands and business. #HarishBijoor #Branding #Marketing #AI #ConsumerBehaviour #ArtificialIntelligence #Thenewindianexpress #Expressions #DigitalCulture #FutureOfWork