From Corporate to Cinema: Poonam Kaul on Passion, Perseverance, and Purpose #35

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Journey from Corporate Marketing to Filmmaking with Poonam Kaul | Indian Community Podcast
In this episode of the Indian Community Podcast, hosts Rahul Mehra and Amit Gupta delve into an inspiring conversation with Poonam Kaul.
Poonam shares her remarkable journey from over two decades in corporate marketing with giants like Nokia, Apple, PepsiCo, and Microsoft to establishing her own film studio, House of Omkar. She discusses the making of socially impactful films like 'Pinky Ka Basta' and 'The Last Color,' which tackle critical issues such as girls' education and societal norms.
Learn about her collaboration with Michelin star chef Vikas Khanna and the legendary actress Neena Gupta. Packed with personal anecdotes, challenges faced, and the passion driving her work, this episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in impactful storytelling and social change.
00:38 Introduction to the Indian Community Podcast and Poonam Kaul
01:32 Poonam Kaul's Transition to Filmmaking
02:03 The Inspiration Behind 'The Last Color' movie
03:59 Challenges and Triumphs in Filmmaking by Poonam kaul
08:21 Casting Neena Gupta and Other Actors
10:09 The Making of 'The Last Color'
19:30 Divine Interventions and Filming in Banaras
23:44 Introduction to 'Pinky Ka Basta'
26:59 The Birth of Pinky Ka Rasta During COVID
29:17 Challenges Faced by Adolescent Girls During the Pandemic
30:57 Government Efforts and Societal Responsibilities
34:18 The Role of NGOs and Skilling Initiatives
35:32 Personal Stories and Impact
37:25 Building a Unified Indian Community
40:09 The Journey of Ek Desh by Poonam kaul
43:36 From Corporate to Cinema: A Bold Transition by poonam kaul
44:24 Upcoming projects of Poonam Kaul- Imaginary Rain: A Story of Hope and Resilience
49:07 Reflections and Future Projects of poonam kaul
51:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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