In this episode of Voices for Local, we sit down with Shraddha Sawant, the passionate founder of Massakali, a brand dedicated to celebrating Indian handwoven sarees and empowering women entrepreneurs. 🌸✨

What started as a love for traditional textiles has grown into a movement that brings the elegance of handwoven sarees to modern wardrobes, while keeping the artistry, heritage, and craftsmanship alive.

👉 Discover how Massakali curates each saree with care, ensuring every piece tells its own unique story
👉 Learn about the challenges and triumphs of building a women-led brand in a male-dominated industry
👉 Explore how tradition, culture, and modern style come together in Massakali’s collections

From intricate weaving techniques to the cultural significance of paithani sarees, Massakali is redefining how we wear, appreciate, and celebrate handwoven textiles.

✨ Voices for Local highlights Indian creators who are shaping industries with passion, purpose & authenticity.

📍Ready to embrace timeless elegance? Explore Massakali and bring home sarees that are truly one-of-a-kind.

💬 COMMENT: Which handwoven saree would you love to own?

In this episode of Voices for Local, we sit down with Shraddha Sawant, the passionate founder of Massakali, a brand dedicated to celebrating Indian handwoven sarees and empowering women entrepreneurs. 🌸✨
What started as a love for traditional textiles has grown into a movement that brings the elegance of handwoven sarees to modern wardrobes, while keeping the artistry, heritage, and craftsmanship alive.
👉 Discover how Massakali curates each saree with care, ensuring every piece tells its own unique story 👉 Learn about the challenges and triumphs of building a women-led brand in a male-dominated industry 👉 Explore how tradition, culture, and modern style come together in Massakali&rsquo;s collections
From intricate weaving techniques to the cultural significance of paithani sarees, Massakali is redefining how we wear, appreciate, and celebrate handwoven textiles.
✨ Voices for Local highlights Indian creators who are shaping industries with passion, purpose &amp; authenticity.
📍Ready to embrace timeless elegance? Explore Massakali and bring home sarees that are truly one-of-a-kind.
💬 COMMENT: Which handwoven saree would you love to own?

The Secret Behind Handwoven Sarees Nobody Talks About!

In this episode of Voices for Local, we sit down with Gagan Sharma, the torchbearer of the iconic Shegaon Kachori a delicacy that began as a humble prasad and grew into one of Maharashtra’s most loved food legacies. ✨
What started with a grandfather’s simple recipe in a small town has today transformed into a flavour that travels across cities, homes, and generations, carrying history, devotion, and craftsmanship in every bite.

👉 Discover how Shegaon Kachori evolved from a temple prasad to a household favourite
👉 Learn about the family’s 70+ year journey of preserving authenticity through changing times
👉 Get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges, innovations, and dreams shaping its next chapter

From its unique, easy-to-digest recipe to the passion that keeps the brand rooted in tradition, this is the story of food that goes beyond taste it carries emotion, culture & faith.

✨ Voices for Local celebrates Indian creators who turn heritage into timeless experiences.

📍Ready to taste the legacy? Explore the story behind Shegaon Kachori where every kachori is more than a snack… it’s tradition served warm.

💬 COMMENT: Have you ever tried Shegaon Kachori?

In this episode of Voices for Local, we sit down with Gagan Sharma, the torchbearer of the iconic Shegaon Kachori a delicacy that began as a humble prasad and grew into one of Maharashtra&rsquo;s most loved food legacies. ✨ What started with a grandfather&rsquo;s simple recipe in a small town has today transformed into a flavour that travels across cities, homes, and generations, carrying history, devotion, and craftsmanship in every bite.
👉 Discover how Shegaon Kachori evolved from a temple prasad to a household favourite 👉 Learn about the family&rsquo;s 70+ year journey of preserving authenticity through changing times 👉 Get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges, innovations, and dreams shaping its next chapter
From its unique, easy-to-digest recipe to the passion that keeps the brand rooted in tradition, this is the story of food that goes beyond taste it carries emotion, culture &amp; faith.
✨ Voices for Local celebrates Indian creators who turn heritage into timeless experiences.
📍Ready to taste the legacy? Explore the story behind Shegaon Kachori where every kachori is more than a snack&hellip; it&rsquo;s tradition served warm.
💬 COMMENT: Have you ever tried Shegaon Kachori?

Story Behind Shegaon Kachori | A Legacy of Taste & Tradition

In this episode of Voices for Local, we sit down with Dr. Rupali Ambegaonkar, the inspiring founder of Tea Culture of the World, a brand rooted in wellness, purity, and Indian heritage. 🍃

What started as a mother’s search to heal her child transformed into a passion that birthed one of India’s most thoughtfully curated tea brands offering 80+ blends crafted to nourish mind, body & soul.

👉 Discover how Dr. Rupali transitioned from orthopedics to building a global tea movement
👉 Explore how each blend is sourced and designed with wellness at its core
👉 See how Tea Culture of the World is elevating India’s tea culture with luxury packaging + premium ingredients

From soothing infusions for stress to energising blends for daily rituals, this is tea that tells a story one cup at a time.

✨ Voices for Local highlights Indian dreamers who reshape industries with purpose, passion & innovation.

📍Ready to sip smarter? Experience Tea Culture of the World & bring home blends inspired by tradition, crafted for today.

💬 COMMENT: What’s your daily tea ritual?

In this episode of Voices for Local, we sit down with Dr. Rupali Ambegaonkar, the inspiring founder of Tea Culture of the World, a brand rooted in wellness, purity, and Indian heritage. 🍃
What started as a mother&rsquo;s search to heal her child transformed into a passion that birthed one of India&rsquo;s most thoughtfully curated tea brands offering 80+ blends crafted to nourish mind, body &amp; soul.
👉 Discover how Dr. Rupali transitioned from orthopedics to building a global tea movement 👉 Explore how each blend is sourced and designed with wellness at its core 👉 See how Tea Culture of the World is elevating India&rsquo;s tea culture with luxury packaging + premium ingredients
From soothing infusions for stress to energising blends for daily rituals, this is tea that tells a story one cup at a time.
✨ Voices for Local highlights Indian dreamers who reshape industries with purpose, passion &amp; innovation.
📍Ready to sip smarter? Experience Tea Culture of the World &amp; bring home blends inspired by tradition, crafted for today.
💬 COMMENT: What&rsquo;s your daily tea ritual?

From Pain to Purpose: Why She Built Tea Culture of the World

In this episode of Voices for Local, we meet Manav Danda, the passionate founders of D'Moksha a sustainable home fashion brand redefining how India decorates. From eco-friendly fabrics to empowering girl child education, this is the story of how purpose and design came together to create beauty that gives back.

👉 Discover how a couple turned their love for mindful living into a global Indian brand rooted in sustainability
👉 Learn how D'Moksha’s products not only elevate homes but also fund education for young girls across India
👉 From linen and hemp to recycled textiles, see how the brand is leading the way for conscious, luxurious living

✨ Voices for Local celebrates Indian entrepreneurs who dream differently the ones crafting a future where design, purpose, and impact live in perfect harmony.

📍 Ready to decorate with purpose? Explore D'Moksha and be part of a movement where every product tells a story.
💬 Tell us in the comments: What does “sustainable living” mean to you?

In this episode of Voices for Local, we meet Manav Danda, the passionate founders of D'Moksha a sustainable home fashion brand redefining how India decorates. From eco-friendly fabrics to empowering girl child education, this is the story of how purpose and design came together to create beauty that gives back.
👉 Discover how a couple turned their love for mindful living into a global Indian brand rooted in sustainability 👉 Learn how D'Moksha&rsquo;s products not only elevate homes but also fund education for young girls across India 👉 From linen and hemp to recycled textiles, see how the brand is leading the way for conscious, luxurious living
✨ Voices for Local celebrates Indian entrepreneurs who dream differently the ones crafting a future where design, purpose, and impact live in perfect harmony.
📍 Ready to decorate with purpose? Explore D'Moksha and be part of a movement where every product tells a story. 💬 Tell us in the comments: What does &ldquo;sustainable living&rdquo; mean to you?

Decor Brand That Sends Girls to School | The D'Moksha Journey

What if a single bite could take you back in time? What if street food could become a legacy loved across generations?

In this episode of Voices for Local, we meet Jasmeet Tibb, the face behind Tibbs Frankie the iconic wrap that has been winning hearts since the 1960s. From a humble food cart near Vihar Lake to a nationwide favorite, this is the story of how passion and family values turned a simple idea into a cultural phenomenon.

👉 Discover how a London-returned dreamer created a completely new category in Indian street food
👉 Learn how the commitment to honesty, quality, and integrity helped Tibbs Frankie build trust with millions
👉 From mutton wraps to modern plant-based innovations see how the brand continues to evolve while protecting its original charm

✨ Voices for Local celebrates Indian brands that shape our culture the ones creating food, memories, and emotional connections that last forever.

📍 Craving a bite already? Head to a Tibbs Frankie outlet near you!
💬 Tell us in the comments: Which Frankie flavor is your all-time favorite?

What if a single bite could take you back in time? What if street food could become a legacy loved across generations?
In this episode of Voices for Local, we meet Jasmeet Tibb, the face behind Tibbs Frankie the iconic wrap that has been winning hearts since the 1960s. From a humble food cart near Vihar Lake to a nationwide favorite, this is the story of how passion and family values turned a simple idea into a cultural phenomenon.
👉 Discover how a London-returned dreamer created a completely new category in Indian street food 👉 Learn how the commitment to honesty, quality, and integrity helped Tibbs Frankie build trust with millions 👉 From mutton wraps to modern plant-based innovations see how the brand continues to evolve while protecting its original charm
✨ Voices for Local celebrates Indian brands that shape our culture the ones creating food, memories, and emotional connections that last forever.
📍 Craving a bite already? Head to a Tibbs Frankie outlet near you! 💬 Tell us in the comments: Which Frankie flavor is your all-time favorite?

One Cart To 220 Outlets! Why Tibb's Frankie Hits Different?

Thaely isn’t just a sneaker it’s a step towards a greener world. Made from recycled plastics, each pair transforms waste into style while inspiring sustainable living.

✨ Voices for Local – stories that inspire, fashion that matters.

Thaely isn&rsquo;t just a sneaker it&rsquo;s a step towards a greener world. Made from recycled plastics, each pair transforms waste into style while inspiring sustainable living.
✨ Voices for Local &ndash; stories that inspire, fashion that matters.

Thaely: Revolutionizing Sneakers With Purpose!

Weirdough isn’t just bread; it’s Pallavee Duggal’s story of turning passion into purpose, patience into perfection, and ideas into reality.

Weirdough isn&rsquo;t just bread; it&rsquo;s Pallavee Duggal&rsquo;s story of turning passion into purpose, patience into perfection, and ideas into reality.

Weirdough | Baking Sourdough, Building dreams

Ever wondered how a small idea can turn into something huge?

Meet Sujata & Tanya, the sisters behind Suta Sarees. They started in a tiny garage during Covid with just one employee, dreaming of making malmal sarees that are simple, fun, and affordable. Today, their brand reaches women across India, empowering artisans and changing the way people wear sarees.

👉 How did one online batch spark a nationwide movement?
👉 What keeps them going through challenges and long days?

This is more than sarees—it’s about following your dream, celebrating simplicity, and creating impact that matters.

✨ Voices for Local – stories that inspire, culture that connects.

💬 Tell us: Which Suta Saree would you love to wear?
#VoicesForLocal #SutaSarees #Malmal #WomenEntrepreneurs #StartupStory

Ever wondered how a small idea can turn into something huge?
Meet Sujata &amp; Tanya, the sisters behind Suta Sarees. They started in a tiny garage during Covid with just one employee, dreaming of making malmal sarees that are simple, fun, and affordable. Today, their brand reaches women across India, empowering artisans and changing the way people wear sarees.
👉 How did one online batch spark a nationwide movement? 👉 What keeps them going through challenges and long days?
This is more than sarees&mdash;it&rsquo;s about following your dream, celebrating simplicity, and creating impact that matters.
✨ Voices for Local &ndash; stories that inspire, culture that connects.
💬 Tell us: Which Suta Saree would you love to wear? #VoicesForLocal #SutaSarees #Malmal #WomenEntrepreneurs #StartupStory

Suta Sarees | Two Sisters, One Vision, 17,000 Dreams!

What if retirement was the start of your boldest chapter yet? 

Meet Prakash Baid, the Marwari entrepreneur who turned India’s most loved after-meal ritual - Mukhwas into a refreshing new brand: After Eats. From spicy, tangy twists to classic family flavors, every mix is 100% natural and made to keep traditions alive.

Why did he refuse to “retire”?
How did a simple mouth freshener become his mission?

One of the most special moments? A family ordered After Eats boxes as return gifts for a birthday, a reminder that this brand is now part of people’s celebrations.

This is not just about Mukhwas. It’s about tradition, positivity, and proving that there’s no age to chase a new dream.


This isn’t just a story about food. It’s about culture, resilience, and proving that passion has no age limit.

Welcome to Voices for Local — where everyday traditions meet extraordinary entrepreneurs.


Share in the comments: What’s YOUR favorite after-meal ritual?
#VoicesForLocal #AfterEats #Mukhwas #IndianSnacks #Entrepreneurship #StartupStory

What if retirement was the start of your boldest chapter yet?&nbsp;
Meet Prakash Baid, the Marwari entrepreneur who turned India&rsquo;s most loved after-meal ritual - Mukhwas into a refreshing new brand: After Eats. From spicy, tangy twists to classic family flavors, every mix is 100% natural and made to keep traditions alive.
Why did he refuse to &ldquo;retire&rdquo;? How did a simple mouth freshener become his mission?
One of the most special moments? A family ordered After Eats boxes as return gifts for a birthday, a reminder that this brand is now part of people&rsquo;s celebrations.
This is not just about Mukhwas. It&rsquo;s about tradition, positivity, and proving that there&rsquo;s no age to chase a new dream.
 This isn&rsquo;t just a story about food. It&rsquo;s about culture, resilience, and proving that passion has no age limit.
Welcome to Voices for Local &mdash; where everyday traditions meet extraordinary entrepreneurs.
 Share in the comments: What&rsquo;s YOUR favorite after-meal ritual? #VoicesForLocal #AfterEats #Mukhwas #IndianSnacks #Entrepreneurship #StartupStory

After Eats: Turning Everyday Tradition Into a Brand!

What happens when two Bangaloreans in Mumbai decide they can’t live without their favorite childhood dosa? They don’t just crave it… they create a revolution.

In this episode of Voices for Local, host Monisha Singh Katial sits down with Akhil and Shreya, the couple behind Benne – Mumbai’s newest obsession where queues wrap around the block for a plate of butter-soaked nostalgia.

From giving up the comfort of established careers (a psychologist & a film producer!) to building a restaurant from scratch, their story is one of risk, honesty, and community.
From sleepless nights and opening day disasters to viral social media buzz, they share what it really takes to create a homegrown brand that resonates with the youth of India.
And at the heart of it all? A dosa that’s more than food – it’s heritage, culture, and comfort.

Voices for Local is all about celebrating India’s homegrown entrepreneurs, their struggles, dreams, and resilience. This isn’t just a story of food – it’s about turning passion into purpose and community into culture.

If you’re in Mumbai, don’t miss the chance to try Benne Dosa at Bandra or Juhu.
Tell us in the comments: What’s your favorite local brand story that inspires you?

#VoicesForLocal #Benne #IndianFood #Entrepreneurship #StartupJourney #LocalBrands #DosaLove

What happens when two Bangaloreans in Mumbai decide they can&rsquo;t live without their favorite childhood dosa? They don&rsquo;t just crave it&hellip; they create a revolution.
In this episode of Voices for Local, host Monisha Singh Katial sits down with Akhil and Shreya, the couple behind Benne &ndash; Mumbai&rsquo;s newest obsession where queues wrap around the block for a plate of butter-soaked nostalgia.
From giving up the comfort of established careers (a psychologist &amp; a film producer!) to building a restaurant from scratch, their story is one of risk, honesty, and community. From sleepless nights and opening day disasters to viral social media buzz, they share what it really takes to create a homegrown brand that resonates with the youth of India. And at the heart of it all? A dosa that&rsquo;s more than food &ndash; it&rsquo;s heritage, culture, and comfort.
Voices for Local is all about celebrating India&rsquo;s homegrown entrepreneurs, their struggles, dreams, and resilience. This isn&rsquo;t just a story of food &ndash; it&rsquo;s about turning passion into purpose and community into culture.
If you&rsquo;re in Mumbai, don&rsquo;t miss the chance to try Benne Dosa at Bandra or Juhu. Tell us in the comments: What&rsquo;s your favorite local brand story that inspires you?
#VoicesForLocal #Benne #IndianFood #Entrepreneurship #StartupJourney #LocalBrands #DosaLove

The Benne Story: From Zero Expectations to Endless Queues!

The time has come for India’s homegrown brands to shine. Through this podcast series, media personality Monisha Singh Katial takes you on a journey through the galli-mohalle and local high streets of the country to meet the founders of our most incredible up-and-coming brands. On the way, we get to be inspired by their stories, learn something new from their work, pick up some practical advice, check out their unique products, and understand the passionate minds of our Voices For Local.

Voices for Local with Monisha Singh Katial

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