Mumbai: With another weekend upon us, it is time to unwind with the latest Q&A edition of Indiantelevision.com’s Weekend Unwind—a series of informal chats that peek into the minds of business executives through a fun lens in an attempt to get to know the person behind the title a little better.
In this week’s session, we have Victor Tango Entertainment Pvt Ltd founder Tabassum Modi.
A multi-faceted business leader, Modi is an exemplary and well-reputed media, content, education and marketing mover and shaker. She balances being an entrepreneur and content producer with ease, as the founder of Victor Tango. A national award winner, Tabassum has produced and won applause for several short films across the globe and non-fiction OTT content.
Throughout her 17-year-long career, she has had an enviable trajectory of discovering opportunities across genres and building several sustainable business models. A genius when it comes to kids and the education genre, she has massively contributed to the edutainment and edtech sector by creating curriculums, IPs, experiential campaigns, content and tech platforms. Her biggest win has been Lit Kids- a digital community of kids and teens to explore and celebrate their creative expression.
So without further ado, let's get started….
1. Your mantra for life
Embrace the journey, cultivate gratitude, and treasure every stage of life
2. A book you are currently reading or plan to read
Back in college, Richard Branson's "Losing My Virginity" fueled my motivation, and now, stumbling upon his sequel "Finding My Virginity," I'm eager to dive into another inspiring journey of entrepreneurship and adventure
3. Your fitness mantra, especially during the pandemic
I focus on home workouts, yoga, and mindful walks to maintain both physical and mental well-being
4. Your comfort food
Whether I'm in Mumbai or travelling, I always seek out biryani and chilli chicken. There's something comforting about the familiarity of these dishes, even as they offer unique flavors in every place I visit
5. A quote or philosophy that keeps you going when the chips are down
In the words of Winston Churchill, 'Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts
6. Your guilty pleasure
Indulging in a binge-watch session of a series or films – a perfect escape from reality
7. The last time you tried something new
Just recently, I experimented with cooking a new cuisine, adding a flavorful twist to my culinary skills
8. A life lesson you learned the hard way
Not every setback is a failure; sometimes, it's just a redirection
9. What gets you excited about life?
The endless possibilities of things to explore, the chance to connect with diverse people and cultures, and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the world all fuel my excitement for life
10. If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?
Nothing lasts forever – good or bad. Make the most of the moment
11. One thing you would most like to change about the world
I wish for a world where equality and empathy are not aspirations but fundamental realities
12. An activity that keeps you motivated and charged during tough times
Engaging in creative pursuits like art fuels my passion and drive during tough times
13. What lifts your spirits when life gets you down?
Travelling to new destinations and the planning that leads up to the travel provide a welcome diversion during challenging times, lifting my spirits when life feels dim
14. Your go-to stress buster
Online shopping acts as my instant escape, whisking me away to a realm of endless options and momentarily shielding me from the demands of reality.
