Welcome to Perspectiv with Parthiv
Where we explore how India’s most respected founders and business leaders think, decide, and build. Hosted by Parthiv Neotia, Perspectiv with Parthiv features conversations with promoters, CEOs, and founders across India that go beyond headlines to uncover the mindset, judgment calls, and philosophies behind enduring companies.
🎙 What you’ll find here: • Honest conversations on leadership, legacy & decision-making • Deep dives into business strategy, growth & company culture • The stories behind pivotal choices that stay behind closed doors
Whether you’re a founder, operator, investor, or simply curious about how great businesses are built from the inside - this channel is for you.
How Harshavardhan Neotia Built Ambuja Neotia | Perspectiv with Parthiv E9
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Mr Harshavardhan Neotia, Chairman of Ambuja Neotia Group, about the journey of building one of Eastern India's most respected business groups.
From starting out in real estate by chance to creating businesses across hospitality, healthcare and education, Mr Neotia shares the defining moments that shaped his entrepreneurial journey.
This father-son conversation talks about rebuilding after the sale of the family's cement business, why design is at the heart of every successful business, the importance of customer trust, and the philosophy that has guided him for over four decades. The conversation also explores leadership, legacy, family business, and building institutions that stand the test of time.
All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
04:25 - Decision to Enter the Real Estate Business
08:02 - On Udayan Housing Project and the Padma Shri
14:35 - Sale of Cement Business and Return to Real Estate
21:17 - On Rebuilding a Business at 45
27:17 - The Hotel Business and Collaboration with Taj
34:25 - Advice on Work-Life Balance
37:02 - Insights Into How to Keep Customers Happy
45:55 - On Legacy and Working with His Son
49:58 - Q&A Session with the Audience
28 Jul 2026
How Anamika Khanna Built a Global Luxury Brand from Kolkata | Perspectiv with Parthiv E8
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Anamika Khanna, founder and creative director of one of India's most influential luxury fashion houses, about building a global brand from India.
From accidentally entering the world of fashion to redefining Indian couture on the global stage, Anamika shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey. She talks about why creativity requires courage, the business of luxury fashion, working with over 2,000 artisans, and the challenges of scaling a handcrafted luxury brand.
The conversation also explores India's rich textile heritage, the future of Indian fashion, the launch of AK|OK, and why staying true to honest design has been the foundation of her success.
All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:17 Early Days and Paris Fashion Week
09:12 Anamika Khanna’s Design Process
12:14 Experience of Working With Her Sons
15:52 Working with Artisans Across India
18:00 On Bridal Wear and Menswear
21:22 Creating AK|OK and Getting Investors on Board
30:02 On Social Media vs Creativity
32:20 Creative Collaborations with Celebrities
35:22 Taking Indian Textiles to a Global Stage
39:09 Closing Questions
1 Jul 2026
Inside ITC's 115-Year Empire ft. Chairman Sanjiv Puri | Perspectiv with Parthiv E7
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Sanjiv Puri, Chairman and Managing Director of ITC Limited, about leading one of India's largest and most diversified companies through a period of remarkable transformation.
Sanjiv Puri shares stories from his early years in ITC and how he saw the company become a diversified enterprise spanning FMCG, hotels, agriculture, and more. He discusses the philosophy behind building new businesses, fostering entrepreneurship within a large organization, and creating a culture where innovation thrives.
The conversation also explores ITC's approach to brand building, capital allocation, sustainability, acquisitions, and the leadership principles that have shaped one of India's most enduring companies.
All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:51 Mr Sanjiv Puri’s Early years at ITC
07:13 How ITC Built a Culture of Empowerment
11:38 How to Successfully Diversify a Business
17:12 How ITC’s Hotel Business Started Off
23:43 ITC’s Competitive Advantage in FMCG
30:33 How ITC Makes Smart Acquisitions
36:24 ITC’s Sustainability Strategy
40:26 Mr Sanjiv Puri’s Learnings from his Career
51:52 Why ITC Chose to Stay in Kolkata
55:31 ITC’s Vision for the Future
58:15 Learnings from the Episode
15 May 2026
Building Wai Wai into a Global Brand | ft. Varun Chaudhary, CG Corp Global | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 6
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Varun Chaudhary, Managing Director of CG Corp Global (the company behind Wai Wai Noodles), shares how a boarding school snack became a global FMCG brand present in over 70 countries.
Varun talks about competing with Maggi without matching its advertising budgets, maintaining the iconic ₹5 price point for over two decades, and how quick commerce is reshaping consumer behaviour across India.
The conversation also explores family businesses, scaling across volatile markets, managing 200+ companies, discipline in entrepreneurship, and CG Corp’s future IPO ambitions in India.
All of this, and much more, in episode 6 of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
02:51 – Varun Chaudhary's Family roots: Migration from Rajasthan to Nepal
07:02 – Diversification strategy for CG Corp
10:07 – Varun Chaudhary's early career in Dubai
16:22 – The origin story of Wai Wai
20:55 – Wai Wai competing with Maggi in India
23:20 – India’s instant noodle consumption opportunity
27:24 – The ₹5 FMCG pricing phenomenon
33:22 – CG Corp IPO plans & India’s capital markets
36:10 – Nepal political unrest & personal losses
40:25 – Why India excites global entrepreneurs
45:24 – Varun Chaudhary's advice for young entrepreneurs
47:24 – The truth about third-generation businesses
10 Apr 2026
How Radico Khaitan Redefined Indian Luxury Spirits ft. Abhishek Khaitan | Perspectiv with Parthiv EP5
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia is joined by Abhishek Khaitan, Managing Director of Radico Khaitan, to break down the business of alcohol in India. From building brands without traditional advertising to navigating complex regulations, this episode is all about the story behind Radico’s incredible turnaround.
He talks about the shift from mass to premium consumption in India, the complexities of operating in a highly regulated industry, and why distribution and product quality matter more than ever.
The conversation also explores India’s evolving drinking culture and the rise of premium and luxury spirits. All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:33 - The Origins of Radico Khaitan
08:23 - India’s Alcohol Industry and Trends
13:17 - The Premium Alcohol Wave
17:27 - Collaboration with Shahrukh Khan
18:40 - India’s Tequila Trend
23:28 - Gen-Z Drinking Patterns and Western Influence
26:02 - Radico Khaitan’s Growth and Positioning
31:03 - Navigating Through Regulations
36:45 - Expansion into International Markets
41:57 - Advice for Newcomers in the Alcohol Industry
45:48 - Top 5 Takeaways
20 Mar 2026
Building India’s Largest Newspaper ft. Dainik Bhaskar’s Sudhir Agarwal | Perspectiv with Parthiv E4
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Sudhir Agarwal, Managing Director of DB Corp, about the evolution of media in India and the future of print as a medium.
Sudhir Agarwal talks about Dainik Bhaskar’s unique growth story and how he converted an IT Raid into an accounting lesson for his company. He shares his views on AI in journalism, fake news, and the importance of credibility in a fast-changing media landscape. The two also discuss how India’s understanding of ‘family business’ is changing, and about the importance of media ethics.
All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:02 Origins of Dainik Bhaskar
08:04 Is Print a Sunset Industry?
12:34 AI in Journalism
17:07 Dependence on Government Advertising
20:23 Publishing in the English Language
24:32 When 100 IT Officers Came Knocking
26:32 Accurate Predictions of 2024 Elections
30:58 Views on Independent Journalists
35:29 On TV News’s Coverage of Operation Sindoor
41:38 On Next Generation and Succession Planning
6 Mar 2026
Sunil Vachani on Dixon's 30x Growth and Manufacturing in India | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 3
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Sunil Vachani, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Dixon Technologies, about building one of India’s most important electronics manufacturing companies.
Sunil breaks down what it takes to build at a global scale in India. He also discusses the role of Private Equity and PLI Schemes in helping Indian manufacturing grow. He also talks about why no customer has ever left Dixon, and how manufacturing can reshape India’s economic trajectory.
All of this, and much more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
03:07 Before Dixon: The Weston Years
04:42 Starting Own Business
08:48 Views on Family Business
12:20 Running a Brand vs Manufacturing
18:05 Challenges of Manufacturing in India
25:35 The Importance of Private Equity
29:51 Massive Leap in Dixon’s Revenues
34:52 Setbacks That Shaped Dixon’s Journey
40:16 Boosting Manufacturing with PLIs
47:02 What India can Learn from China
55:43 5 Lessons from Sunil Vachani
20 Feb 2026
Puneet Chhatwal on Transforming Taj, Hotel Economics, Indian Luxury | Perspectiv with Parthiv E2
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Puneet Chhatwal, CEO & MD of IHCL, about his eight-year transformation of the Taj group and the Indian hospitality sector.
Puneet speaks about reimagining one of India's oldest and most beloved hospitality brands and scaling Taj from 150 to 700 hotels. He talks about the philosophy behind empowering 40,000 employees, the economics of developing hotel properties in India, and the company's diverse brand strategy from luxury Taj to budget Ginger.
All of this, and a lot more, in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv!
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:06 Return to India and Past Experience
7:42 The TAJ Ethos
11:02 Securing Taj Mansingh
14:24 Navigating the COVID crisis
19:36 Taj’s International Expansion Plans
20:13 Favorite Hotels Across the World
22:14 Are Hotels a Viable Business?
25:13 Taj vs Oyo
28:40 IHCL Brand Architecture
32:58 The ‘Accelerate 2030’ Vision
36:10 Role of a GM
37:54 Favorite Taj Hotel
41:04 Taj vs Oberoi
45:05 Top 3 Takeaways
6 Feb 2026
Sanjiv Goenka on Joint Families, IPL Ownership, Dharma Deal | Perspectiv with Parthiv Ep 1
In this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv, Parthiv Neotia speaks with Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman of the RPSG Group on leadership across business and sports. Dr. Goenka also discusses his IPL ownership experience, and the leadership lessons he has learnt from the sport. The episode also takes a closer look at his Bollywood plans, and why the Dharma deal fell through. All of this, and a lot more in this episode of Perspectiv with Parthiv!
About Parthiv: Parthiv Neotia is the Joint Managing Director of the Healthcare Division at Ambuja Neotia Group. He also serves as Senior Vice President of the Executive Committee at the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC).
Chapters
0:00 Introduction 05:25 The Hustle Years 11:03 From Builder to Leader 14:33 Business Philosophy, Future Plans 18:14 Buying Smart 19:49 Heart vs Head in Business 21:17 The Deal that Didn’t Happen 23:59 Why Fashion, Why Now? 26:58 Corporate Culture and Leadership 29:15 Becoming a Sportsepreneur 34:29 What Success Truly Means 43:02 Final Thoughts
3 Feb 2026
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