Piyush Mishra on Music, Theatre & Truth | The Music Podcast

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We’re excited to host Piyush Mishra, one of India’s most celebrated and versatile artists, in this exclusive podcast episode! A powerhouse talent in acting, songwriting, composing, and writing, Piyush has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema and theater. From unforgettable performances in Gulaal and Gangs of Wasseypur to iconic tracks like Aarambh Hai Prachand and Husna on MTV Coke Studio, his artistry continues to inspire. A National School of Drama graduate, Piyush's journey spans decades of excellence in theater, music, and literature. We also dive into his acclaimed memoir, Kuch Ishq Kiya Kuch Kaam Kiya, uncovering rare insights into his life, craft, and unfiltered views on cinema, politics, and society.

His Socials -
Twitter - x.com/itspiyushmishra,

Facebook - www.facebook.com/officialpiyushmishra/,

Instagram - www.instagram.com/officialpiyushmishra/

YouTube -    / @officialpiyushmishra  ,

Spotify - open.spotify.com/artist/1EzHkoB4160h1B1xAyXSUR?aut…,
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His Books :
Tumhari Auqat Kya Hai Piyush Mishra - amzn.in/d/cox8df9,
Kuchh Ishq Kiya Kuchh Kaam Kiya - amzn.in/d/1sAMRUu,
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Piyush Mishra, one of India’s most versatile and honest artists. In this episode, Piyush shares his unique approach to music, theater, and life, offering insights into his Udankhatola tour, live performances with his band, and iconic tracks like The Whiskey Song and Main Nahi Manta. He opens up about individuality, staying true to oneself, and his deep connection with spirituality, including his transformative Vipassana experiences. Known for his raw honesty, Piyush discusses his journey of self-discovery, his philosophy on acting, and his refusal to conform to Bollywood’s norms. Discover his thoughts on ego, the role of life experiences in songwriting, and how personal struggles, like his first true love, inspire his timeless music. Piyush also reflects on working with A.R. Rahman and his minimalist approach to Bollywood. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation filled with music, wisdom, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of India’s finest creative minds!

EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Precap + Disclaimer
01:50 - Guest Intro.
03:45 - The Real Piyush Mishra
05:52 - About 'Udankhatola Tour'
10:55 - The Whiskey Song + Diljit Dosanjh Controversy
17:06 - Breaking Stereotypes in Live Shows
21:39 - On being Original & Individualistic
27:40 - Meditation & Vipassana
31:10 - His love for Acting!
34:22 - What does he want to talk about?
39:14 - His Creative Process
43:47 - Husna & Aarambh Hai Prachand songs
47:41 - Dealing with Rejection
51:02 - Theatre provides a lot!
52:49 - Dream Collab with A R Rahman!
57:58 - Meaning of 'Ishq' over the years
01:01:49 - Are experiences important when writing?
01:05:26 - Biggest Learning of his life!
01:10:56 - His Routine and Discipline
01:12:03 - The Many Happy Memories!
01:14:36 - His time at National School of Drama
01:17:51 - His Team
01:19:21 - Special Guest Joins - Rahul Gandhi
01:21:56 - Artist Checklist for Managers
01:24:47 - The Band - Ballimaaraan + Tour Statistics
01:30:39 - About his Young Audience
01:34:01 - The New Skill Piyush wants to acquire!
01:37:05 - BTS of the Band
01:38:21 - #AskTheGuest
01:48:25 - Change in the Industry
01:51:18 - His Legacy
01:53:18 - Thank You!
01:54:52 - Behind-the-scenes

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Host - Tarsame Mittal
Guest – Piyush Mishra + Rahul Gandhi
Manager - Kamlesh Kalyani

Audio Credits:
Dialogue Editor, Mix and Master by Nikhil Bhagwat
Producer - Vinita Sabberwal
Business Head - Dimple Mehta

THE CREW –
CONTENT TEAM - Abhineet Mandal, Janice Fernandes
Head of Production – Sahil Choubey
Post Production - Srinivas Rao, Ashutosh Surendra Kharunkar, Piyush Rajpoot
Content Researcher – Princy Surana

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