The Hidden Economics Of Entertainment (Bollywood)
From Paisa Vaisa with Anupam Gupta by IVM Podcasts
June 1, 2026 · 58 min · Season 1 · Episode 569
About this episode
Anupam Gupta discusses the economics of the entertainment industry with Amita Madhvani, exploring career challenges and insights from filmmaking.
What does it really take to build a successful career in the entertainment industry? In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta speaks with Amita Madhvani about the business of storytelling, the realities behind filmmaking, and the lessons creative industries can teach all professionals. The conversation explores the economics of movies, where leverage and decision-making power truly sit, the challenges of building sustainable careers, and why staying trapped in survival mode can limit long-term growth. Amita also shares insights from her journey in entertainment, reflections on filmmaking during COVID, and her thoughts on what makes stories connect with audiences. Tune in for an engaging discussion on creativity, careers, business, and the evolving world of entertainment. From decoding your personal finances to demystifying business models, Paisa Vaisa delivers candid, insightful, and jargon-free conversations. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, Gaana & more Watch full episodes right here on YouTube Explore more at ivmpodcasts.com Connect with Anupam Gupta: Twitter: @b50 Instagram: @b_50 LinkedIn: Anupam Gupta Follow IVM Podcasts We’re…
People in this episode
Host: Anupam Gupta
Guest: Amita Madhvani
Topics covered
- entertainment industry
- filmmaking
- storytelling
- career development
- economics of movies
- creative industries
Keywords
- entertainment
- Bollywood
- filmmaking
- career
- economics
- storytelling
- COVID
- creative industries
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: IVM Podcasts
Books & works: Paisa Vaisa
Places: Bollywood
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