What happens when a young boy becomes separated from his family, ends up thousands of kilometres from home, and decades later decides to find his way back?

In this episode of The Divesh Sareen Show, I sit down with Saroo Brierley - author, speaker, and the inspiration behind the six-time Oscar-nominated film Lion.

Saroo's extraordinary journey began when he became separated from his family in India as a young child. After surviving alone and eventually being adopted by a family in Australia, he grew up thousands of kilometres away from the home he barely remembered.

Years later, armed with fragments of childhood memories and Google Earth, Saroo began an extraordinary search to find the family and place he had lost.

Against all odds, he found his way home.

But in this conversation, we go beyond the story seen in Lion.

We explore identity, belonging, family, adoption, resilience, hope, purpose, and what home really means.

Saroo also reflects on the experiences that shaped him, the emotions behind reconnecting with his past, and the lessons he has learnt from a journey that has inspired millions around the world.

This is a conversation about much more than finding a place on a map.

It is about understanding where we come from, discovering who we are, and holding onto hope even when the odds seem impossible.

If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear Saroo's extraordinary story.

Guest: Saroo Brierley
Author of A Long Way Home
The inspiration behind the six-time Oscar-nominated film Lion

Host: Divesh Sareen

The Divesh Sareen Show
Deep Conversations with Big Dreamers

What does it take to rebuild your life in a new country and find your true purpose?

In the very first episode of The Divesh Sareen Show, Divesh Sareen sits down with Panitha Perera - Founder of Elevar Digital, entrepreneur, and one of the inspiring individuals featured in Migrants Life - Volume 1.

From growing up during the Sri Lankan civil war to migrating to Australia, facing more than 500 job rejections, and ultimately helping thousands of migrants build successful careers, Panitha shares the defining moments that shaped his life.

This conversation explores:

* Identity and belonging

* Migration and starting over

* Leadership and entrepreneurship

* Building confidence and finding your voice

* Turning rejection into opportunity

* Creating impact by helping others succeed

Whether you are an entrepreneur, professional, migrant, student, or someone navigating change, this episode offers practical lessons and a story that will leave you inspired.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, like, and share it with someone who would benefit from Panitha's story.

Hosted by Divesh Sareen | The Divesh Sareen Show | Deep Conversations with Big Dreamers.

Real-life experiences have the power to change the way we think, lead, and live.

That belief has taken me from writing books and building communities to sitting down with remarkable people from business, sport, leadership, and life.

Today, I am excited to launch The Divesh Sareen Show - a place for Deep Conversations with Big Dreamers.

Each episode goes beyond headlines and achievements to explore the moments that shaped the person behind the success.

Over the coming weeks, I will be sharing conversations with some incredible guests.

If you enjoy meaningful conversations and stories that make you think differently, I would love for you to join me on this journey.