In this candid and inspiring conversation, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Faisal Shaikh, popularly known as Mr Faisu, one of India’s biggest digital creators with over 34 million followers.

Faisu shares his journey from growing up in a modest background in Mumbai to becoming a social media sensation. He talks about survival mindset, early struggles, and how he started creating content with his “07” group during the early days of Instagram.The episode dives deep into:
 His first earnings (₹300 from Instagram!) 
 Building a career through consistency and content 
 Reality show experiences: Khatron Ke Khiladi, MasterChef, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa
 Why he avoids “game-playing” and stays authentic 
 His strong bond with friends and family despite fame 
 Fitness discipline and lifestyle choices 
 Future plans in acting, OTT, and films 

Faisu also reflects on humility, loyalty, and why staying grounded matters even after massive success.A must-watch for creators, aspiring influencers, and anyone chasing big dreams.

Follow:
Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu): @mr_faisu_07
Cyrus Broacha: @cyrus_broacha

In this candid and inspiring conversation, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Faisal Shaikh, popularly known as Mr Faisu, one of India&rsquo;s biggest digital creators with over 34 million followers. Faisu shares his journey from growing up in a modest background in Mumbai to becoming a social media sensation. He talks about survival mindset, early struggles, and how he started creating content with his &ldquo;07&rdquo; group during the early days of Instagram.The episode dives deep into:
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;His first earnings (₹300 from Instagram!)&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;Building a career through consistency and content&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;Reality show experiences:&nbsp;Khatron Ke Khiladi,&nbsp;MasterChef,&nbsp;Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa</li>
<li>&nbsp;Why he avoids &ldquo;game-playing&rdquo; and stays authentic&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;His strong bond with friends and family despite fame&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;Fitness discipline and lifestyle choices&nbsp;</li>
<li>&nbsp;Future plans in acting, OTT, and films&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Faisu also reflects on humility, loyalty, and why staying grounded matters even after massive success.A must-watch for creators, aspiring influencers, and anyone chasing big dreams. Follow: Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu): @mr_faisu_07 Cyrus Broacha: @cyrus_broacha

Broadcasting through the week with a rotating panel of guests, Cyrus Says is the definitive show on life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense, traffic, kids, food, and everything that matters. Mostly.

Broadcasting through the week with a rotating panel of guests, Cyrus Says is the definitive show on life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense, traffic, kids, food, and everything that matters. Mostly.

Cyrus Says

Reality Shows, Hustle & Staying Real | Mr. Faisu AKA Faisal Shaikh | Cyrus Says

Welcome to Cyrus Says!

In this episode, Cyrus is joined by artist and filmmaker Aditya Kripalani, who drops by to talk about his new film ‘Mein Actor Nahi Hoon’, releasing in theatres on 8th May. The film stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Chitrangada Singh, and its concept is as wild as it is ambitious, shot live across two countries, with the actors performing in real time over video call. What follows is a fascinating conversation about filmmaking, risk, performance, and what it really takes to create something original.

The episode also dives into Aditya’s unusual creative journey, from FTII to advertising, from writing books and songs to crowdfunding films, busking in Mumbai locals, and choosing art over comfort again and again. Funny, thoughtful, and refreshingly honest, this is a great episode for anyone who loves cinema, storytelling, and artists who truly do things their own way.

To our new listeners, this is Cyrus Says where cinema, chaos, and crazy ideas always make for a great conversation.

And to our regular ones, Welcome Back!

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode, Cyrus is joined by artist and filmmaker Aditya Kripalani, who drops by to talk about his new film &lsquo;Mein Actor Nahi Hoon&rsquo;, releasing in theatres on 8th May. The film stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Chitrangada Singh, and its concept is as wild as it is ambitious, shot live across two countries, with the actors performing in real time over video call. What follows is a fascinating conversation about filmmaking, risk, performance, and what it really takes to create something original. The episode also dives into Aditya&rsquo;s unusual creative journey, from FTII to advertising, from writing books and songs to crowdfunding films, busking in Mumbai locals, and choosing art over comfort again and again. Funny, thoughtful, and refreshingly honest, this is a great episode for anyone who loves cinema, storytelling, and artists who truly do things their own way. To our new listeners, this is Cyrus Says where cinema, chaos, and crazy ideas always make for a great conversation. And to our regular ones, Welcome Back!

Aditya Kripalani on ‘Mein Actor Nahi Hoon’, Nawazuddin Siddiqui & Making Cinema Against the Odds

Welcome to Cyrus Says! 

In this special episode, Cyrus Broacha is joined by his son Mikhaail Broacha for a hilarious reaction session to some of the most memorable moments from the show.

From Bollywood stars like Anupam Kher, Shruti Haasan, Ali Fazal, Jamie Lever to cricket legends like Muttiah Muralitharan and Makaya Ntini, the episode revisits iconic clips but with a twist. Mikhaail, who openly admits he doesn’t follow films or pop culture, reacts to these moments with complete honesty (and confusion).

The episode blends comedy, generational contrast, and candid conversations covering everything from celebrity culture and nepotism to fitness transformations and cricket analysis. It also dives into unexpected territory like maps, flags, and Mikhaail’s unique interests, making for a chaotic yet entertaining watch.

If you enjoy unfiltered conversations, celebrity anecdotes, and a fresh outsider perspective on Indian pop culture, this one’s for you.

Featuring:
Cyrus Broacha (Host, Comedian)
Mikail Broacha (Junior Broacha)

Follow:
Cyrus Broacha: @‌whatcyrussays
IVM Podcasts: @‌ivmpodcasts

Welcome to Cyrus Says!&nbsp;
In this special episode, Cyrus Broacha is joined by his son Mikhaail Broacha for a hilarious reaction session to some of the most memorable moments from the show.
From Bollywood stars like Anupam Kher, Shruti Haasan, Ali Fazal, Jamie Lever to cricket legends like Muttiah Muralitharan and Makaya Ntini, the episode revisits iconic clips but with a twist. Mikhaail, who openly admits he doesn&rsquo;t follow films or pop culture, reacts to these moments with complete honesty (and confusion).
The episode blends comedy, generational contrast, and candid conversations covering everything from celebrity culture and nepotism to fitness transformations and cricket analysis. It also dives into unexpected territory like maps, flags, and Mikhaail&rsquo;s unique interests, making for a chaotic yet entertaining watch.
If you enjoy unfiltered conversations, celebrity anecdotes, and a fresh outsider perspective on Indian pop culture, this one&rsquo;s for you.
Featuring: Cyrus Broacha (Host, Comedian) Mikail Broacha (Junior Broacha)
Follow: Cyrus Broacha: @&zwnj;whatcyrussays IVM Podcasts: @&zwnj;ivmpodcasts

Showed Him My Best Clips and his reaction shocked me | Mikhaail Broacha | Cyrus Says

In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha is joined by Prochy Mehta, Sanaya Dalal, and Sanaya Mehta Vyas for a thought-provoking conversation on identity, law, and gender within the Parsi community.

At the heart of the discussion is a critical question: Who gets to be called a Parsi? The episode explores how historical laws and their modern-day interpretations have created a divide—especially when it comes to interfaith marriages and the rights of women.

While children of Parsi men are often accepted within the community, those of Parsi women can face exclusion, raising serious questions about equality and fairness. The conversation also touches on ongoing Supreme Court cases that could potentially reshape how identity is defined in the community.

From the role of religious institutions to contradictions in policies like the “Jiyo Parsi” scheme, this episode unpacks the complex intersection of tradition, law, and personal choice.

A sharp, honest, and often humorous take on a deeply sensitive issue—this isn’t just about one community, but about identity and rights in modern India.

In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha is joined by Prochy Mehta, Sanaya Dalal, and Sanaya Mehta Vyas for a thought-provoking conversation on identity, law, and gender within the Parsi community.
At the heart of the discussion is a critical question: Who gets to be called a Parsi? The episode explores how historical laws and their modern-day interpretations have created a divide&mdash;especially when it comes to interfaith marriages and the rights of women.
While children of Parsi men are often accepted within the community, those of Parsi women can face exclusion, raising serious questions about equality and fairness. The conversation also touches on ongoing Supreme Court cases that could potentially reshape how identity is defined in the community.
From the role of religious institutions to contradictions in policies like the &ldquo;Jiyo Parsi&rdquo; scheme, this episode unpacks the complex intersection of tradition, law, and personal choice.
A sharp, honest, and often humorous take on a deeply sensitive issue&mdash;this isn&rsquo;t just about one community, but about identity and rights in modern India.

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