India has nearly 1 crore crorepati households, but only around 8,000 to 10,000 wealth managers serving this growing segment. So who really needs professional wealth management, and when is DIY investing enough?

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta speaks with Sandeep Jethwani, Co-Founder of Dezerv, about how Indian investors should think about direct mutual funds, financial advisory and PMS.

Sandeep explains why choosing funds purely on past performance can be misleading, why last year’s best-performing fund may not repeat its success, and why 40% of Dezerv’s inflows come from investors transferring existing mutual fund portfolios.

The conversation also explores the real value of a wealth manager, the cost of professional advice and why investing is often more about personality and mindset than numbers. They also discuss why comparing portfolio returns with friends can lead to poor financial decisions.

From decoding your personal finances to demystifying business models, Paisa Vaisa delivers candid, insightful, and jargon-free conversations.

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Most investors spend their time searching for the best mutual fund. Gajendra Kothari believes the bigger advantage is having the patience to leave a good investment alone.

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta speaks with Gajendra of Etica Wealth about his attempt to build a ₹100 crore corpus entirely through mutual funds. He shares how he started with a ₹10,000 SIP, continued investing through years of poor returns and built the temperament required to stay invested across multiple market cycles.

The conversation explores why investors chase recent winners, why too many funds can weaken a portfolio and why market declines may benefit people investing for the next 10–20 years.

Gajendra also discusses his approach to Nifty 500 index funds, asset allocation, debt for short-term goals, large-, mid- and small-cap funds, and current opportunities he sees in Indian IT, banks and China.

At its core, this episode is about simplifying wealth creation: start early, automate your SIP, avoid unnecessary interference and give compounding enough time to work.

The views expressed are personal and should not be considered investment advice.

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Traditional long-only investing is generally focused on finding securities that can increase in value. A hedge fund manager must also search for risks, weaknesses and opportunities on the short side.

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, we explore long–short and absolute-return investing from an Indian-market perspective. The conversation explains what hedge fund managers do, why they are “paid to be paranoid,” and how short positions can help express a negative market view or manage portfolio risk.

We also examine the tortoise-versus-hare approach to investing: progressing steadily, avoiding damaging losses and focusing on consistency instead of chasing spectacular short-term returns. At the heart of the discussion is a simple philosophy take care of risk first, and allow returns to become a byproduct of disciplined decision-making.

A useful introduction to hedge funds, short selling, market objectivity and professional risk management.

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In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta is joined by Mohit Bhatia, CEO, Bank of India Mutual Fund, for a practical conversation on mutual funds, SIPs, valuations, and India’s long-term investing mindset.

They discuss what retail investors should do in today’s market, why SIPs should be seen through the lens of discipline and rupee-cost averaging, and how below-average market returns can create opportunities for patient investors. Mohit also explains the role of satellite portfolios, the importance of reviewing allocations, and how mutual funds can serve different investor needs, including very short-term money.

The episode also explores India’s 2047 growth vision, the shift from saving to investing, distributor sentiment on the ground, and why smaller or mid-sized AMCs can still create strong outcomes for investors.

Tune in for a clear, India-focused conversation on mutual fund investing, investor behaviour, and long-term wealth creation.

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In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta is joined by Satishwar B., MD & CEO of Bandhan Life, for a practical conversation on life insurance and financial protection.

They discuss why insurance is an important part of personal finance, how people should think about protection versus returns, and what families need to keep in mind while planning for uncertainty. Satishwar also shares an industry view on how life insurance is changing in India, from digital adoption to better customer access.

Tune in to understand how life insurance fits into a smarter, more secure financial plan.

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Indian art feels like it is suddenly getting global attention. But what is driving this shift?

On this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta speaks with Ayesha Parikh, Founder & Gallerist at Art & Charlie, about India’s growing art market, what it takes to invest in art, and why global attention is shifting towards India.

They discuss the aging collector base in Europe, India’s young population, and why Europe is now looking at India as a serious art market. Ayesha also breaks down how art connects with wealth, power, culture and status especially after a certain level of wealth creation.

The conversation also explores the role of Instagram in decentralizing power in the art world, Mumbai’s growing gallery ecosystem, and whether taste has become a new status symbol for urban India.

A sharp episode on money, culture, investing and the rise of Indian art.

From decoding your personal finances to demystifying business models, Paisa Vaisa delivers candid, insightful, and jargon-free conversations.

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On this episode of Paisa Vaisa, host Anupam Gupta is joined by Harini Dedhia, Fund Manager at Tamohara Investment Managers, for a wide-ranging conversation on investing, stock picking, portfolio construction, AI, pharma, and the future of Indian equities.

Harini shares her journey into investing, the hard lessons she learned from the stock market, and why she believes investing is simple but human behavior makes it complicated. She explains why the old “buy and forget” examples may not work the same way for today’s generation, why disruption has changed long-term investing, and what retail investors often get wrong when they act on public information.

The episode also explores SIPs, midcaps, smallcaps, second-order thinking, DCF models, pre-mortems, global investing, and how serious equity portfolios are built. Harini breaks down Tamohara’s approach to finding businesses that can grow faster than India’s nominal GDP, gain market share, and compound over time.

Anupam and Harini also discuss why India may not be an anti-AI trade, how AI could accelerate drug discovery, why pharma CDMO and API manufacturing matter, and how small engineering companies and premium consumption could become important investing themes.

A sharp and practical episode for anyone interested in Indian markets, long-term investing, direct stocks, mutual funds, PMS strategies, and wealth creation.

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Can you fund a world-class higher education without draining your parents' retirement funds or destroying your own financial future? On this episode of Paisa Vaisa, host Anupam Gupta is joined by Vivek Baranwal, CBO, Education Loan - Domestic Business at Avanse Financial Services.

Together, they break down the structural shift in how student loans are evaluated in India today. Learn how modern lenders underwrite based entirely on a student's future income potential, the realistic costs of top-tier Indian engineering, MBA, and medical programs, and the critical importance of maintaining a clean co-applicant credit score. Vivek also shares invaluable data on using micro-loans for short-term upskilling in AI and Data Science to combat India's 45% unemployability rate, and how international campuses in Gift City are changing the game. Whether you are a parent planning ahead or a young professional looking to upgrade your skills, plug in your earphones for a highly pragmatic take on balancing career dreams with financial reality.

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.

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