From Vancouver to Pune: Paula McGlynn's Journey to Becoming a Marathi Mulgi

In this episode of Chasing Creativity, Kiran Manral interviews Paula McLynn, who shares her intriguing journey from Vancouver to India. Paula discusses how she transitioned from a filmmaking student to a Marathi Mulgi, co-founding the successful digital entertainment company Bhadipa.

The conversation delves into her experiences in the Indian film industry, the creation of the Marathi YouTube channel, venturing into Marathi stand-up comedy, and tackling themes of cultural assimilation and storytelling. Paula also reflects on her acting roles and future projects, including the prospective teen drama series 'Bambis.'

00:00 Introduction to Paula McLynn's Journey

00:48 Paula's Initial Steps in India

02:38 Founding Baripa and Early Challenges

03:40 Success in Digital Content Creation

04:38 Cultural Adaptation and Storytelling

07:06 The Essence of Local Stories

12:46 Series vs. Films: Creative Approaches

18:16 Exploring Marathi Stand-Up Comedy

27:52 Paula's Acting Journey

33:49 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts