Episodes

  • How Radico Khaitan Redefined Indian Luxury Spirits ft. Abhishek Khaitan | Perspectiv with Parthiv EP5

    How Radico Khaitan Redefined Indian Luxury Spirits ft. Abhishek Khaitan | Perspectiv with Parthiv EP5
    Apr 10 2026
    In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia is joined by Abhishek Khaitan, Managing Director of Radico Khaitan, to break down the business of alcohol in India. From building brands without traditional advertising to navigating complex regulations, this episode is all about the story behind Radico’s incredible turnaround. He talks about the shift from mass to premium consumption in India, the complexities of operating in a highly regulated industry, and why distribution and product quality matter more than ever. The conversation also explores India’s evolving drinking culture and the rise of premium and luxury spirits. All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:33 - The Origins of Radico Khaitan 08:23 - India’s Alcohol Industry and Trends 13:17 - The Premium Alcohol Wave 17:27 - Collaboration with Shahrukh Khan 18:40 - India’s Tequila Trend 23:28 - Gen-Z Drinking Patterns and Western Influence 26:02 - Radico Khaitan’s Growth and Positioning 31:03 - Navigating Through Regulations 36:45 - Expansion into International Markets 41:57 - Advice for Newcomers in the Alcohol Industry 45:48 - Top 5 Takeaways
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    47 mins
  • Building India’s Largest Newspaper ft. Dainik Bhaskar’s Sudhir Agarwal | Perspectiv with Parthiv E4

    Building India’s Largest Newspaper ft. Dainik Bhaskar’s Sudhir Agarwal | Perspectiv with Parthiv E4
    Mar 20 2026
    In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Sudhir Agarwal, Managing Director of DB Corp, about the evolution of media in India and the future of print as a medium. Sudhir Agarwal talks about Dainik Bhaskar’s unique growth story and how he converted an IT Raid into an accounting lesson for his company. He shares his views on AI in journalism, fake news, and the importance of credibility in a fast-changing media landscape. The two also discuss how India’s understanding of ‘family business’ is changing, and about the importance of media ethics. All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:02 Origins of Dainik Bhaskar 08:04 Is Print a Sunset Industry? 12:34 AI in Journalism 17:07 Dependence on Government Advertising 20:23 Publishing in the English Language 24:32 When 100 IT Officers Came Knocking 26:32 Accurate Predictions of 2024 Elections 30:58 Views on Independent Journalists 35:29 On TV News’s Coverage of Operation Sindoor 41:38 On Next Generation and Succession Planning
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    52 mins
  • Sunil Vachani on Dixon's 30x Growth and Manufacturing in India | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 3

    Sunil Vachani on Dixon's 30x Growth and Manufacturing in India | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 3
    Mar 6 2026
    In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Sunil Vachani, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Dixon Technologies, about building one of India’s most important electronics manufacturing companies. Sunil breaks down what it takes to build at a global scale in India. He also discusses the role of Private Equity and PLI Schemes in helping Indian manufacturing grow. He also talks about why no customer has ever left Dixon, and how manufacturing can reshape India’s economic trajectory. All of this, and much more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:07 Before Dixon: The Weston Years 04:42 Starting Own Business 08:48 Views on Family Business 12:20 Running a Brand vs Manufacturing 18:05 Challenges of Manufacturing in India 25:35 The Importance of Private Equity 29:51 Massive Leap in Dixon’s Revenues 34:52 Setbacks That Shaped Dixon’s Journey 40:16 Boosting Manufacturing with PLIs 47:02 What India can Learn from China 55:43 5 Lessons from Sunil Vachani
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    57 mins
  • Puneet Chhatwal on Transforming Taj, Hotel Economics, Indian Luxury | Perspectiv with Parthiv E2

    Puneet Chhatwal on Transforming Taj, Hotel Economics, Indian Luxury | Perspectiv with Parthiv E2
    Feb 20 2026
    In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Puneet Chhatwal, CEO & MD of IHCL, about his eight-year transformation of the Taj group and the Indian hospitality sector. Puneet speaks about reimagining one of India's oldest and most beloved hospitality brands and scaling Taj from 150 to 700 hotels. He talks about the philosophy behind empowering 40,000 employees, the economics of developing hotel properties in India, and the company's diverse brand strategy from luxury Taj to budget Ginger. All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv! Chapters 0:00 Introduction 3:06 Return to India and Past Experience 7:42 The TAJ Ethos 11:02 Securing Taj Mansingh 14:24 Navigating the COVID crisis 19:36 Taj’s International Expansion Plans 20:13 Favorite Hotels Across the World 22:14 Are Hotels a Viable Business? 25:13 Taj vs Oyo 28:40 IHCL Brand Architecture 32:58 The ‘Accelerate 2030’ Vision 36:10 Role of a GM 37:54 Favorite Taj Hotel 41:04 Taj vs Oberoi 45:05 Top 3 Takeaways
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    46 mins
  • Sanjiv Goenka on Joint Families, IPL Ownership, Dharma Deal | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 1

    Sanjiv Goenka on Joint Families, IPL Ownership, Dharma Deal | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 1
    Feb 6 2026
    In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman of the RPSG Group on leadership across business and sports. Dr. Goenka also discusses his IPL ownership experience, and the leadership lessons he has learnt from the sport. The episode also takes a closer look at his Bollywood plans, and why the Dharma deal fell through. All of this, and a lot more in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv! About Parthiv: Parthiv Neotia is the Joint Managing Director of the Healthcare Division at Ambuja Neotia Group. He also serves as Senior Vice President of the Executive Committee at the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Chapters 0:00 Introduction 05:25 The Hustle Years 11:03 From Builder to Leader 14:33 Business Philosophy, Future Plans 18:14 Buying Smart 19:49 Heart vs Head in Business 21:17 The Deal that Didn’t Happen 23:59 Why Fashion, Why Now? 26:58 Corporate Culture and Leadership 29:15 Becoming a Sportsepreneur 34:29 What Success Truly Means 43:02 Final Thoughts
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    45 mins
  • Introducing Perspectiv with Parthiv | Teaser

    Introducing Perspectiv with Parthiv | Teaser
    Feb 3 2026
    Introducing Perspectiv with Parthiv: A long-form conversation series hosted by Parthiv Neotia. The show features thoughtful, idea-led discussions with senior business leaders and founders on leadership, strategy, and the decisions that shape institutions and industries. Make sure to subscribe to the channel to get regular updates!
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    1 min