From a family shop in Indore to the world's biggest conversations.
Raj didn't start with a studio, a network or a famous name. He started with a problem to solve at sixteen, and a habit of learning from anyone who knew more than he did.
Born in Indore
Raj Shamani is born on 29 July into a Sindhi family in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. His father, Suresh Shamani, runs a textile and chemical trading business.
Indore, Madhya PradeshSixteen, and suddenly in charge
After his father's health setback and a tough stretch for the family's finances, Raj starts working in the family business. That same year he launches his first product, a dishwashing liquid called Jadugar Drop.
First productShamani Industries
Jadugar Drop merges with the family's chemical trading business to form Shamani Industries, which makes and distributes household cleaning products.
First companyFiguring Out begins
He launches Figuring Out with Raj Shamani, a long-form podcast on entrepreneurship and personal growth. The idea is simple: learn directly from people who have already done it.
The podcastOn the national stage
Raj speaks at the National Creators Award and addresses Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as India's creator economy gets formal recognition.
National Creators AwardThe world comes calling
Emmanuel Macron and Bill Gates join the list of guests. In December, Spotify Wrapped names him India's #1 podcaster, ahead of Joe Rogan.
India's #1 podcaster19.8 million and counting
Figuring Out passes 575 episodes, and the main channel crosses 19.8 million subscribers and 2.3 billion views.
TodayThree ideas behind Figuring Out.
Start before you feel ready.
He was running part of a business at sixteen. Readiness came from doing the work, not waiting for it.
Consistency compounds.
575 long-form conversations, week after week. The audience didn't arrive overnight; it was earned one episode at a time.
Borrow the best minds.
The fastest way to learn is to sit with people who have already done it, and ask how they think.
Beyond the microphone.
Forbes 30 Under 30Recognised among India's young leaders
TEDx speakerMultiple talks on growth and entrepreneurship
United Nations Youth AssemblySpoke to young leaders from around the world
Bestselling authorBuild Don't Talk, a practical guide for young builders
India's #1 podcasterSpotify Wrapped 2025
National Creators Award speaker2024, New Delhi
Stop guessing.
Start figuring out.
A new conversation lands every few days. Pick one mind, give it an hour, and walk away thinking differently.