Our latest episode of Sunday Brunch took an interesting turn as our Editor-in-Chief, Kamiya Jani, hosted a candid chat with the Hisaab Barabar trio—R. Madhavan, Neil Nitin Mukesh, and Kirti Kulhari. While food and fun were on the table, so was an engaging discussion about money—how they spend it, save it, and manage it. Of course, no Sunday Brunch is complete without some light-hearted fun, and this one wrapped up with dessert and a round of Never Have I Ever, ensuring the money talk didn’t get too serious!
R. Madhavan On India’s Cashless System
In an insightful conversation with Kamiya Jani, R. Madhavan, Neil, and Kirti shared their preferences when it comes to making payments, revealing a mix of old-school habits and digital convenience. Kamiya brought up the topic of payment methods, asking, “Do you use cash, card, or UPI?” Neil quickly admitted to preferring cash for its tangible control: “At least I know how much I withdrew from the bank, how much is in my pocket, and by the end of the month, it should stay that way.” R. Madhavan shared that he mostly uses a card managed by his wife, while Kirti depends on UPI.
Maddy couldn’t help but express his admiration for India’s cashless system, saying, “But I’ve got to tell you, man, India’s cashless system is the best in the world. It’s so convenient.” Neil agreed and recalled a moment in Madh Island when he was relieved to find a street vendor accepting UPI. Maddy pointed out how, when travelling abroad, he’s surprised by the absence of such technology, finding them backwards in this area. In India, as even small street vendors have embraced UPI, it’s hard not to feel a sense of progress and pride!
Kirti Kulhari On Financial Independence
Kirti has always been financially independent, but her approach to money management has evolved over the years. During the conversation, she revealed that when she started working in 2007, she handed over her earnings to her father, entrusting him with her finances rather than managing them herself. For years, she remained unaware of where her investments, mutual funds, and provident funds were allocated. It wasn’t until the COVID-19 pandemic that she began actively engaging with her financial decisions, marking a significant shift in her relationship with money.
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