The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life. Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity. Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.

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The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life. Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity. Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.
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Recent Episodes

December 4, 2025
Indian Men Miss Out On This ft San Kalra | Style, Grooming & Dating Hacks
Most Indian men were never taught the basics of looking and feeling their best how to dress sharp, approach women confidently, smell good, sit with perfect posture, or even pose naturally for photos. In this episode of Call Him Curious, Shikhar Varshney sits down with men’s coach San Kalra to break down a practical, no-nonsense “glow-up” guide tailored for Indian men, especially from tier 1 and tier 2 cities. We cover everything from approaching women without being awkward, building a versatile wardrobe on a budget, picking the right fragrances, fixing posture mistakes, posing for photos, styling the perfect haircut, to a simple yet effective skincare routine. If you’ve ever thought, “Mujhe fashion aur grooming ka kuch nahi aata”, consider this episode your ultimate starter pack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 1, 2025
Want a PERFECT SMILE? Try This One Simple Brushing Technique
Is night-time brushing a must? Are sensitivity toothpastes just marketing? In this eye-opening dental podcast episode of Call Him Curious, Shikhar sits down with Dr. Prateek Jain, an expert dentist to bust the most common oral health myths, explore the truth about electric toothbrushes, and uncover what's really causing your bad breath and ulcers. From jawline exercises to the flasking trend, from tooth whitening to wisdom tooth formation, we cover it all. If you've ever been confused about Invisalign vs Toothsy, or wondered if mouthwash actually helps, this is the ultimate dental care guide you didn’t know you needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September 22, 2025
50 Lakh Bottles a Day & No Marketing? | The Unbelievable Lahori Zeera Story
In this episode of Call Him Curious, join host Shikhar as he sits down with Nikhil Doda, COO & Co-founder of Lahori Zeera, to uncover the incredible business journey behind one of India's fastest-growing beverage brands. From a simple idea to producing over 50 lakh bottles a day, Nikhil reveals the mindset shifts and strategies that built Lahori Zeera into a household name. He dives into the tactical secrets of building a brand from scratch, including how they navigated the competitive beverage market and onboarded their first distributors. Discover why a product with almost zero marketing budget is winning in the offline market and how it still tastes better than all its competitors. This is more than just a conversation about business; it's a masterclass in entrepreneurship, brand building, and distribution, with a brutally honest look at the economics and future of the beverage industry. Subscribe for More! If you found this conversation valuable, hit that subscribe button! We're decoding the mindset shifts and psychological struggles of our generation every week. Connect with the Host & Guest Follow Shikhar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shikhar_var/ Connect with Nikhil Doda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhil-doda-256a7a57/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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