The Awaara Musaafir Show

About The Awaara Musaafir Show

The Awaara Musaafir Show is a podcast hosted by Jayesh Gangan, popularly known as Awaara Musaafir on the internet. It is a podcast that focuses on Indian Culture, Heritage, Spirituality, Art, Economics, Geopolitics & History. We have had guests from various backgrounds who have come to the show and talked about a plethora of topics. Our goal with this podcast is to educate Indians the right way & bring the real India in front of the world. We believe in Nation First policy.

Publisher

Awaara Musaafir

Category

education

Language

hi

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Oct 2020

Latest episode

30 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

80 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Oct 2026

   Lawrence Bishnoi - Underworld Ka Naya Badshah | w/ Anirudhya Mitra | The Awaaara Musaafir Show 07

   In this episode of The Awaara Musaafir Show, host Jayesh Gangan is joined by investigative journalist and author Anirudhya Mitra for an in-depth conversation on the Indian underworld, Lawrence Bishnoi, organised crime, Bollywood threats, international criminal networks and the changing face of India's gangster culture. The discussion examines Lawrence Bishnoi's growing influence, his alleged criminal empire and the mystery surrounding how a gangster operating from jail continues to make headlines across India and internationally.A major part of the episode focuses on the recent firing incidents and threats involving Bollywood celebrities, including Salman Khan, Tiger Shroff, Rohit Shetty, Disha Patani and Kapil Sharma. Anirudhya Mitra discusses the pattern of young shooters being recruited for criminal operations, the use of inexperienced individuals, the role of extortion and how fear and publicity can become powerful tools for organised crime. The conversation also explores the possible motives behind these attacks and whether Lawrence Bishnoi's name is being used to create a larger criminal image.The episode further examines Lawrence Bishnoi's alleged international connections, the FBI's Operation Hardball, the US Department of Justice indictment, Goldy Brar, drug trafficking, extortion, contract killings and the alleged criminal networks operating across Canada, the United States and Europe. Anirudhya Mitra shares insights into the alleged links between organised crime, political influence, intelligence agencies and the protection enjoyed by powerful criminals.Another key topic is the comparison between Lawrence Bishnoi and Dawood Ibrahim. The discussion explores the rise of the D-Company, Mumbai's underworld history, Chhota Rajan, international criminal syndicates, the alleged use of gangsters by intelligence agencies and how criminal networks continue to operate from inside prisons. The conversation also highlights prison corruption, illegal mobile phones, high-profile criminals and the limitations of India's law enforcement system.The episode also examines the role of religion, nationalism and public perception in building a gangster's image. Anirudhya Mitra discusses how young people are drawn towards underworld figures, the dangers of glorifying criminals and the possibility that criminal networks use public attention to conceal their larger activities. The discussion further explores the alleged involvement of unknown gunmen in Pakistan, the role of RAW, ISI and the complex relationship between intelligence operations and organised crime.Overall, this episode covers Lawrence Bishnoi, Dawood Ibrahim, Goldy Brar, Indian underworld, Bollywood gangster threats, Salman Khan security, Tiger Shroff firing, Baba Siddique assassination, Sidhu Moosewala murder, Operation Hardball, FBI investigation, international crime syndicates, extortion, drug trafficking, contract killing, prison corruption, intelligence agencies, D-Company, Chhota Rajan and the future of organised crime in India. Chapters00:00 - Trailer02:40 - Lawrence Bishnoi: Rise of a Gangster05:15 - Celebrity Shootouts & Tiger Shroff07:00 - Global Syndicate, Local Foot Soldiers11:05 - How Modern Gangs Are Built15:00 - Fear, Publicity & Gangster Branding20:00 - Salim Khan Incident & Public Panic22:15 - Lawrence Bishnoi vs Dawood Ibrahim24:23 - The Chilling Dawood Phone Call29:10 - The 1992 Dawood Interview Offer35:05 - Bollywood Threats: Real or a Facade?40:00 - Religion, Nationalism & Gang Recruitment44:05 - Prison Smuggling & Tihar Jail50:00 - Intelligence Agencies & Unknown Gunmen55:25 - Can Bishnoi Replace Dawood?59:45 - Bollywood & Underworld Money01:10:15 - Chhota Rajan: An Unexpected Phone Encounter01:22:00 - From Old-School Gangs to Cybercrime01:28:15 - D-Company’s High-Tech Extortion01:36:00 - Lawrence Bishnoi: What Lies Ahead?

2. 

   13 Feb 2026

   Dawood Ibrahim vs Sapna Didi - O’Romeo Real Story Explained | w/ S. Hussain Zaidi | The Awaara Musaafir Show 06

   In this episode of The Awaara Musaafir Show, Jayesh Gangan is joined by legendary crime journalist and author Hussain Zaidi for a no filter conversation on India’s underworld and the women who silently ruled it. This episode dives deep into real stories that most people have only seen in distorted Bollywood versions.The conversation starts with how Hussain Zaidi stumbled upon the idea of writing Mafia Queens of India while researching the male dominated Mumbai underworld. He explains why women criminals were often more dangerous, more patient and far more intelligent than their male counterparts, and how their stories were mostly erased or misunderstood.Jayesh and Hussain then break down the chilling real life story of Sapna Didi, the woman who trained herself to assassinate Dawood Ibrahim and how her brutal killing became a warning message from D Company. From fake encounters to underworld loyalty, this part exposes how power actually worked behind the scenes.The episode also explores the rise of Jenabai Daruwali, her role in shaping alliances between Dawood and rival gangs, and how crime, politics and police networks were deeply connected. Hussain shares ground level details about Dawood Ibrahim’s power in Pakistan, Rahman Dakait’s real image beyond films, and how Bollywood often softens the darkest truths.The discussion goes deeper into Gangubai Kathiawadi, other forgotten mafia queens, and why women in the crime world operated with sharper instincts, emotional control and long term vision. This is not a glamorous crime story. It is a brutal look at revenge, survival and power in India’s underworld.If you enjoy real crime stories told without drama or censorship, this episode will stay with you long after it ends.😎 Subscribe to The Awaara Musaafir Show for more fascinating journeys into the unknown. Stay curious, stay Awaara! 🌍✨ Chapters00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok) – Trailer01:47 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=107s) – Introduction02:47 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=167s) – Jayesh Gangan × S. Hussain Zaidi03:32 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=212s) – Mafia Queens of India07:12 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=432s) – O Romeo: Sapna Didi vs Dawood Ibrahim10:33 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=633s) – Sapna Didi: The Real Story14:04 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=844s) – Plan to Kill Dawood Ibrahim?18:15 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1095s) – Jenabai Daruwali’s Story20:25 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1225s) – Haji Mastan & Dawood Ibrahim21:45 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1305s) – Jenabai’s Political Links23:38 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1418s) – Women Sharpshooters in the Underworld25:05 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1505s) – Gangubai Kathiawadi: Reality Check28:37 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1717s) – Karim Lala & Gangubai30:09 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1809s) – India’s Most Dangerous Women Gangsters31:07 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=1867s) – Cleopatra & Varadarajan Mudaliar35:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=2117s) – Papamani: The Drug Queen40:04 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=2404s) – Male vs Female Gangsters44:44 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=2684s) – Neeta Naik & Ashwin Naik49:53 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=2993s) – Rehman Dakait: How Dangerous Was He?55:15 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3315s) – Did Rehman Dakait Kill Dawood’s Brother?56:19 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3379s) – Who Is “Bade Sahab” in Dhurandhar?57:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3437s) – Dawood Ibrahim’s Current Position in Pakistan1:00:45 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3645s) – Are We Glorifying Gangsters?1:03:50 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3830s) – Why Do People Admire Dawood Ibrahim?1:04:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3860s) – Did Zaidi Receive Threats from Dawood’s Gang?1:05:14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrVcVHzA-Ok&t=3914s) – Sign Off▶ About The Awaara Musaafir Show - The Awaara Musaafir Show is a highly popular podcast hosted by Jayesh Gangan, where Jayesh dives into various conversations with experts and talks about Bharat's Past, Present & the Future. The podcast has over One Crore views and releases a new episode every Wednesday & Saturday at 5 pm. The Awaara Musaafir Show covers a wide range of topics such as Bharat's Geopolitics, Economy, Military, Culture, History, and much more.

3. 

   16 Jan 2026

   Asli Dhurandhar - Inside India’s Most Dangerous Secret Operations | w/ Anirudhya Mitra | The Awaara Musaafir Show 05

   📚 Buy The Delhi Directive by Anirudhya Mitra - https://amzn.to/4skN1dt (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRmc3lPb2V4ZHFPUTZQamZjT29UOGVKNEF5Z3xBQ3Jtc0trUDVPMGNBcVByTzIzTHIzUll2VV9pbVFXY1FzUElyeW81SmwzQjFQMl9TckFEV3FWM1VNVU52MDFpY3d4cUdIcHJaOGdnQTAwVVpzbDRpcTBIc1RpM3BxT0hxSGtZbmI4YTBSdHdXLUV2d0lmMFJhaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F4skN1dt&v=2ns5msOchm8)In this episode of The Awaara Musaafir Show, host Jayesh Gangan is joined by author and national security expert Anirudhya Mitra for an intense and eye opening conversation on intelligence operations, terrorism, covert warfare and the hidden mechanics of global power. Drawing from deep research and real world interactions with intelligence communities, Anirudhya brings rare insights into how nations actually protect themselves beyond public narratives.The discussion begins with the origin of Anirudhya’s book The Delhi Directive and the long journey of research behind it. He explains how intelligence agencies operate in silence, how covert identities are built and destroyed and why the most critical operations in national security are designed to remain invisible to the public.The conversation moves into the shadow world of espionage, including the functioning of spy networks, unknown gunman operations, cross border counter terrorism actions and how India’s intelligence strategy has evolved after 2014. Anirudhya breaks down how deterrence truly works and why decisive covert action reshapes enemy behaviour far more than diplomatic statements.The episode also explores the global terror funding ecosystem, including the role of drug money, arms trafficking, money laundering and illicit networks that fuel extremist operations. Anirudhya explains how intelligence agencies manipulate these networks, extract resources from hostile actors and use the same shadow systems to dismantle terror structures from within.The discussion goes deeper into India’s national security leadership, the strategic mindset of decision makers, the role of risk in covert missions and the psychological warfare that defines modern conflicts. Real stories from intelligence operations reveal how nothing in this world is what it appears to be on the surface.This conversation is not just about spies or secret missions but about understanding how power is actually exercised in the modern world. If you want a raw, unfiltered and deeply informed view of intelligence, terrorism and India’s hidden war for security, this episode is a must watch.😎 Subscribe to The Awaara Musaafir Show for more fascinating journeys into the unknown. Stay curious, stay Awaara! 🌍✨ ▶ About The Awaara Musaafir Show - The Awaara Musaafir Show is a highly popular podcast hosted by Jayesh Gangan, where Jayesh dives into various conversations with experts and talks about Bharat's Past, Present & the Future. The podcast has over One Crore views and releases a new episode every Wednesday & Saturday at 5 pm. The Awaara Musaafir Show covers a wide range of topics such as Bharat's Geopolitics, Economy, Military, Culture, History, and much more.

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