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Open Mic With Prem - Telugu Podcast Show

A Telugu podcast where host Prem Chand conducts in-depth interviews with figures from sports, politics, and culture, primarily for an Andhra/Telangana audience.

The brief

This is a long-form Telugu interview show where host Prem Chand sits down with public figures, particularly from the world of sports and politics. The conversations are detailed and often chronological, tracing a guest's entire career from their origin story to their current ventures. It's less of a debate and more of a biographical exploration, allowing guests ample time to share their stories and expertise.

The show's distinctiveness lies in its deep, biographical focus on a single guest per episode, often a well-known sports figure. Unlike panel shows, it provides a platform for long, uninterrupted storytelling, grounded in the host's specific, well-researched questions about the guest's career milestones.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Prem Chand hosts "Open Mic With Prem," a Telugu-language podcast focused on candid conversations with notable personalities from sports, politics, and society. The show targets audiences in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, aiming to provide a platform for stories and perspectives that deserve to be heard. Prem's interview style is characterized by well-researched questions that delve into a guest's career journey, personal anecdotes, and professional craft.

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Credentials & credits

  • Podcast Host
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Country
India
Region
india
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    #KalyanKrishna Inspirational Journey | Cricketer to IPL Commentator

    A comprehensive look at Kalyan Krishna's career, from his Ranji Trophy debut and dismissing Rahul Dravid to a career-ending injury and his successful transition to commentary.

  2. 02
    #Cricket Commentary అంటే మాటలు కాదు 😳 Emotion Create చేయాలి

    Kalyan Krishna breaks down the art of cricket commentary, explaining his preparation and how he blends cinematic dialogue with live analysis.

  3. 03
    DeccanChargers #IPL రోజులు. #RohitSharma, Gilchrist, Symonds తో Dressing Room Story

    Features anecdotes from the early days of the IPL, sharing a dressing room with legends like Adam Gilchrist and a young Rohit Sharma.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How the host interviews

Prem Chand typically begins interviews by either establishing the guest's origin story or diving directly into their professional craft. He uses specific, well-researched career highlights as a foundation for his questions, such as asking about a famous cricket dismissal or a major career transition. He probes by asking about the guest's feelings during key moments, their family's reaction, or their early assessment of now-famous colleagues. Rather than pushback, his style is to let the guest narrate their own story in detail, creating a comfortable, biographical atmosphere.

The format is a one-on-one interview, with host Prem Chand guiding the conversation. He often opens with a question about the guest's origin story or a key aspect of their craft to set the stage. He allows guests to speak at length, interjecting primarily to move the narrative forward or probe a specific career moment.

Questions the host keeps coming back to

9 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.

origin

2
  1. Q.01

    Who was your inspiration to get into your field?

    Often asked early to establish the guest's origin story and motivations.

  2. Q.02

    Tell us about your professional debut and what that felt like.

    Used to ground the conversation in the guest's first major professional milestone.

personal

5
  1. Q.01

    Did your family have any objections when you chose this career path?

    This question explores the personal support system behind the guest's professional start.

  2. Q.02

    What was your early assessment of [famous colleague] back then?

    This surfaces the guest's perspective on well-known figures before they became famous.

  3. Q.03

    How did you feel after achieving a major success early in your career?

    Focuses on the emotional impact of professional achievements.

  4. Q.04

    Can you share any personal stories about interacting with [legendary figure]?

    Prompts for personal anecdotes about other famous people in their field.

  5. Q.05

    What prompted the major shift in your career, like your move into politics?

    Addresses significant career changes or pivots, often towards the end of the interview.

craft

1
  1. Q.01

    Can you walk us through a specific, famous moment in your career?

    The host uses well-researched highlights, like a key cricket dismissal, to elicit detailed stories.

process

1
  1. Q.01

    If you had to prepare for your work tomorrow, what would that process look like?

    A hypothetical question used to dive deep into the guest's professional process and craft.

Topics covered repeatedly

Cricket CommentaryIndian PoliticsCareer JourneysCricket HistoryPlayer AnecdotesSports PsychologyAndhra Pradesh/Telangana CultureIPL (Indian Premier League)Sports Injuries & ResilienceGully Cricket
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

The show primarily books well-known figures from the Telugu-speaking world, with a strong emphasis on former and current cricketers who can share detailed career anecdotes and expert analysis.

Recent guests
  • Kalyan Krishna
    on #KalyanKrishna Inspirational Journey | Cricketer to IPL Commentator | #TeluguPodcast
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
15.3K
15,300
Avg views / video
379K
Trailing window
Total views
17.5M
17,458,163
Videos published
260
Sponsor readEstimated

The podcast features sponsors like "Khyathi Connects," suggesting a potential appeal to an audience of professionals or those interested in business services within the Telugu community.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What is the format of the show?
It's a long-form, one-on-one interview show hosted by Prem Chand, focusing on the life and career of a single guest.
What language is the podcast in?
The podcast is primarily in Telugu.
Who is the host of Open Mic With Prem?
The host is Prem Chand.
Is the podcast still active?
Yes, the podcast releases new episodes and clips regularly on its YouTube channel.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
The podcast is available on the "Open Mic With Prem - Telugu Podcast Show" YouTube channel.
What kind of topics are discussed?
The show covers politics, sports, culture, and society, with a heavy focus on cricket and the personal journeys of public figures.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthResearchedHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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