Jugni explores the intersection of South Asian fashion history, Punjabi music, and the diasporic experience.
Join host Prabhleen as she bridges the gap between heritage and modern identity. Born from a desire to reclaim the education she missed growing up in Canada, this show offers two distinct formats: Solo Deep Dives that unearth the origins of cultural staples, from the history of the Parandi to the roots of Bhangra music. As well as Creative Conversations where Prabhleen interviews South Asian artists navigating the tension between creative calling and stability.
Inspired by the Sufi concept of Jugni, a feminine soul that wanders, witnesses, and seeks fulfillment, Prabhleen follows her curiosity wherever it leads. Whether you are looking to learn about the intricate history of royal textiles or want to hear honest discussions about balancing a corporate career with an artistic passion, Jugni is your guide to the South Asian creative soul.
Part 2: Billo Is the New Baddie (ft Simar): Reclaiming Women’s Space in Punjabi Music
What does it really take to survive, step back, and reclaim your space in the Punjabi music industry?
In this episode, I sit down with Toronto/GTA-based singer, songwriter, and composer Simar (@simarsworld_) for an unfiltered, two-part conversation covering the long, unvarnished journey of becoming an independent pop star. With the release of her debut album Billo, she joins a long line of trailblazers like Surinder Kaur, Amarjot Kaur, Miss Pooja, Jasmine Sandlas and many more women who have consistently gone against the grain to have their voices heard.
After 10+ years in the Punjabi music industry, Simar finally pulls back the curtain on the untold reality of navigating the scene. From facing uncomfortable, male-dominated trap-house studio setups to stepping away, experiencing starts and stops, and ultimately finding her way back to music on her own terms after becoming a mother.
This is a very special episode and I’m so excited for you all to hear it (both parts) <3
Watch full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@PrabKam/videos (https://www.youtube.com/@PrabKam/videos)
Connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt (https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt)
1 Oct 2026
Billo Is the New Baddie (ft Simar): Reclaiming Women’s Space in Punjabi Music
What does it really take to survive, step back, and reclaim your space in the Punjabi music industry?
In this episode, I sit down with Toronto/GTA-based singer, songwriter, and composer Simar (@simarsworld_) for an unfiltered, two-part conversation covering the long, unvarnished journey of becoming an independent pop star. With the release of her debut album Billo, she joins a long line of trailblazers like Surinder Kaur, Amarjot Kaur, Miss Pooja, Jasmine Sandlas and many more women who have consistently gone against the grain to have their voices heard.
After 10+ years in the Punjabi music industry, Simar finally pulls back the curtain on the untold reality of navigating the scene. From facing uncomfortable, male-dominated trap-house studio setups to stepping away, experiencing starts and stops, and ultimately finding her way back to music on her own terms after becoming a mother.
This is a very special episode and I’m so excited for you all to hear it (both parts) <3
Watch full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@PrabKam/videos (https://www.youtube.com/@PrabKam/videos)
Connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt (https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt)
2 Jul 2026
LateBloomer’s Sunny & Sugenja on Defying South Asian Expectations Part 2
What happens when you trade the traditional "approved" career path for the unpredictable world of acting?
In this episode, we’re sitting down with Sunny and Sugenja, two hilarious and brilliant cast members from the hit Crave series LateBloomer. They take us behind the scenes of life on set, give us an exclusive sneak peek into what to expect for Season 3, and share their personal journeys into the acting world.
But more importantly, we dive deep into a conversation that hits incredibly close to home for this podcast: the reality of pursuing a creative career within the South Asian community. From navigating family expectations and dealing with the “lokki ki kehnge” (what will people say?) mindset, to finding the resilience to claim their space in the industry, Sunny and Sugenja DO NOT hold back.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the show or a creative trying to find your own voice against the grain, this episode is for you!
This is Part 2 of a 2-part conversation. Make sure to check out Part 1 before!
Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/VWd96Vblpcg?si=Xad1huAjoVyRwKfB (https://youtu.be/VWd96Vblpcg?si=Xad1huAjoVyRwKfB)
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/)
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt (https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt)
3 Jun 2026
LateBloomer’s Sunny & Sugenja on Defying South Asian Expectations Part 1
What happens when you trade the traditional "approved" career path for the unpredictable world of acting?
In this episode, we’re sitting down with Sunny and Sugenja, two hilarious and brilliant cast members from the hit Crave series LateBloomer. They take us behind the scenes of life on set, give us an exclusive sneak peek into what to expect for Season 3, and share their personal journeys into the acting world.
But more importantly, we dive deep into a conversation that hits incredibly close to home for this podcast: the reality of pursuing a creative career within the South Asian community. From navigating family expectations and dealing with the “lokki ki kehnge” (what will people say?) mindset, to finding the resilience to claim their space in the industry, Sunny and Sugenja DO NOT hold back.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the show or a creative trying to find your own voice against the grain, this episode is for you!
This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. Make sure to check out Part 2 for the rest!
Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/VWd96Vblpcg?si=Xad1huAjoVyRwKfB
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prabkamt
31 Mar 2026
Beant Pt. 2
24 Mar 2026
Beant Pt. 1
24 Feb 2026
Jugni Punjabi Music Awards 2025
The results are officially in Welcome to the Jugni Punjabi Music Awards!!
Grab some popcorn, get comfy because 2025 was a year of massive albums and even bigger shifts in the Punjabi diaspora sound. Today, we crown the winners, from the most underrated gems to the songs that dominated our feeds and playlists. From Karan Aujla's P Pop, Param's That Girl, Channi Nattan's collab with Jazzy B, Navaan's House Navior hit Deewane with Bir, Raf Saperra, Sukha, Sidhu Moosewala, Arjan Dhillon and many more. Yeah it's A LOT and we'll be covering it ALL!
Watch full video episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0BYS8xy-wM&t=193s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0BYS8xy-wM&t=193s)
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/)
Tiktok: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/)
28 Jan 2026
Late Bloomer's Sunny Part 2: Pursuing Acting in my 40's and Why Don't Indians Have Their Own Slur?
Are you ready to die laughing?? In this episode of Jugni, I sat down with actor Sachin Mahashi AKA Sunny from the TV show Late Bloomer. We talk about his journey to acting from a completely different 25 YEAR career, life on set, the gap in representation for South Asians in TV and much more. Sunny is a true entertainer, I could not contain my laughter so I'm so excited for you guys to listen to the episode!
Connect:
Watch the full interview on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQVQcp2e9KU&t=126s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQVQcp2e9KU&t=126s)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/)
Tiktok: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/
20 Jan 2026
Late Bloomer's Sunny Part 1: Pursuing Acting in my 40's and Why Don't Indians Have Their Own Slur?
Are you ready to die laughing?? In this episode of Jugni, I sat down with actor Sachin Mahashi AKA Sunny from the TV show Late Bloomer. We talk about his journey to acting from a completely different 25 YEAR career, life on set, the gap in representation for South Asians in TV and much more. Sunny is a true entertainer, I could not contain my laughter so I'm so excited for you guys to listen to the episode!
Connect:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrabKam (https://www.youtube.com/@PrabKam)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/ (https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/)
Tiktok: https://www.instagram.com/prab.kam/
14 Jan 2026
Taboos of the Female Body: A History of Women's Nudity & Modesty in South Asia
When did "modesty" become a tool for control in South Asia? We often assume that current conservative norms are "ancient tradition," and that nudity or revealing clothing is Western influence. In reality, the actual Western influence is the idea that nudity is a lack of modesty or a moral failing. That is a Victorian belief, not a South Asian one.
In this episode, we trace the timeline of skin exposure from ancient civilizations to the modern day. From the gender-fluid roles of precolonial Kerala to the Mughal and royal courts of Punjab, we explore how the arrival of Victorian morality and the "Colonial Gaze" transformed the female silhouette into a battlefield. We also discuss how these patriarchal shifts continue to negatively impact not just women, but the lives of men and boys today.
In this episode:
00:00 Taboos and Stigmas behind Nudity
07:19 Ancient civilizations and true modesty
14:49 Gender roles in precolonial Kerala
20:29 The Mughal era and pre colonial Punjab
28:19 When did things start changing?
34:07 Patriarchal need for control
37:54 The consequences men and boys face
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