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A show where I invite fascinating individuals from across the UAE to explore how our cultures make each of us who we are. We talk all things happiness, identity, life, culture, and philosophy to provide thought-provoking and meaningful insights to the youth about how society shapes us about from the people who seem like they’ve figured it all out…or not.
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S1E72 Dubai Perfumes are Overtaking the World| Karak with Mahreen | Cassim & Ahsan Pardesi
Mahreen sits down with Cassim and Ahsan Pardesi, the visionary founders behind a huge family-owned perfume brand based in Dubai, for a deep session on the booming fragrance industry. They talk about…
S1E71 Is Dubai Still Safe? (The Truth No One Is Talking About) | Karak with Mahreen | Siraj Ahmed
Mahreen sits down with Siraj, who is the Head of Real Estate Strategy at one of the UAE's top firms where he guides governments, developers, and leader is property decisions, for a deep session on…
S1E70 Shae Gill on Art, Identity, Coke Studio & Building a Career in Pakistan | Karak With Mahreen
A deep, heartfelt conversation with Shae Gill on global fame, identity, faith, and navigating Pakistan’s music industry as a young woman. From the viral explosion of Pasoori and the magic of Coke…
S1E69 The TRUTH About Female Friendships (Why They’re So Complicated) | Always x Karak With Mahreen
A real and honest conversation with Alina and Umer about periods, first periods, and the taboos girls grow up with. From everyday girl problems to confidence, self-care, and feeling supported, this…
S1E68 Inside Ali Zafar’s Life: Music, Movies & Lessons on Being a father
A deep, honest conversation with Ali Zafar on music, philosophy, fatherhood, and Pakistan’s cultural identity. From his album Roshni and Lahore’s influence on his craft to freedom of expression,…
S1E67 Bollywood vs Pakistani Music: Farhan Saeed On Karak With Mahreen
A deep, honest conversation on music, culture, “Khat,” Lahore’s influence, and the realities of the Pakistani industry. We talk Urdu vs Punjabi, why “Lahore Lahore Aye” hits, and the fears artists…
S1E66 Small Town Dreams to Dubai Reality | Karak With Mahreen | Brooke Bond Red Label
In this Chaiwallahs Roundtable, Karak With Mahreen brings together the faces behind Dubai’s most loved café culture — the chaiwallahs whose stories often go untold. From leaving home for the UAE to…
S1E65 The Truth About Women, Work & Marriage in Pakistan | Sidra Iqbal On Karak with Mahreen
In this episode of Karak With Mahreen, we dive into the unspoken realities of womanhood in Pakistan — from the invisible rules that shape daily life to the emotional burdens women silently carry. Our…
S1E64 Natasha Baig: Sufi rock, Coke Studio, Female Artist From Pakistan Reality | Karak with Mahreen
In this episode, Mahreen sits down with the powerhouse voice of Natasha Baig, one of Pakistan’s most soulful artists redefining the sound of modern Sufi music. From her early days breaking into Sufi…
S1E63 The Most Honest Conversation About Islam You’ll Ever Hear | Yousuf Bashir Qureshi On Karak With Mahreen
In this episode, we journey through the intersections of culture, faith, and human experience—seen through the eyes of a traveler who has lived between worlds. From discovering kindness in unexpected…
S1E62 Why Eastern & Western Cultures See Life So Differently | Karak with Mahreen | Brooke Bond Red Label
In this episode, we dive deep into the meeting point of Eastern, Western, and Islamic philosophies, exploring how each shapes our understanding of identity, happiness, and the human condition. From…
S1E61 He Cracked the Desi Fat-Loss Code | Nathan Johnson on Karak with Mahreen
In this episode, we dive into the mind of an entrepreneur, exploring what drives ambition, resilience, and vision in the face of risk and uncertainty. From his first venture and early failures to…
S1E60 Cricket, Chai & Culture: The Religion of South Asia | Karak With Mahreen | Brooke Bond Red Label
In this episode, we step onto the pitch of cricket culture, exploring its power to unite, divide, and inspire across South Asia and the Gulf. From the craze of fans who idolize their favorite…
S1E59 What Living in the Gulf Is REALLY Like? | Karak with Mahreen | Brooke Bond Red Label
In this episode, we journey through the heart of Gulf culture with stories spanning the UAE, Kuwait, and Oman. From the warmth of Arab hospitality to the history of Omani trade, the politics of…
S1E58 What REALLY Happens on MasterChef India? | Chef Kunal On Karak With Mahreen
In this episode, we sit down with celebrity chef and MasterChef India judge Kunal Kapur for a delicious deep dive into the heart of Indian cuisine. From the science of food oils to why we don’t like…
S1E57 Expat VS Emirati Life in UAE | KarakWithMahreen: South Asians, Emiratis & Chai | Brooke Bond Red Label
This episode is brought to you by Brooke Bond Red label! In this episode, we bring together two voices who don’t often share the same mic — a South Asian expat raised in Dubai and a young Emirati…
S1E56 Chai, Biryani & Marriage Pressure - South Asia’s Reality | KarakWithMahreen | Brooke Bond Red Label
This episode is brought to you by Brooke Bond Red label! In this episode, we bring together creators from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal to unpack what it means to be South Asian, together and…
S1E55 Reality of Pakistan’s 2% Divorce Rate | Karak with Mahreen
In this episode, we explore fatherhood, identity, and what it means to stay in a broken system. Topics include raising kids abroad, desi marriages falling apart, men’s mental health, public pressure,…
S1E54 Why You Feel LOST, Real Truth About Trauma | Sundeep Fernandes on Karak With Mahreen
In this episode, we explore parallel universes, reincarnation, and the nature of our thoughts. Topics include self-awareness, the struggle to sit with your mind, finding purpose, craving attention,…
S1E53 This Generation Is Broken - Relationships, Brown Parents & More | Karak With Mahreen
In this episode, we explore the realities of modern relationships, what causes breakups, gender roles, and mental health. We discuss divorce rates, societal expectations in brown families,…
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Karak with Mahreen has published 74 episodes since June 2023, covering topics in Society & Culture.
Karak with Mahreen is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 9m.
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