The Meethi Mirchi Life Of RJ Ravi
RJ Ravi is currently the host of Meethi Mirchi on Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM, Lucknow. Before becoming an RJ, he was a dropout and a vocalist for his own band – Alakh. Here’s an exclusive one on one interview where Ravi shares some of his personal experiences.
Before you became an RJ, you were a vocalist for Alakh India. Tell us something about that?
Alakh is an Indi-rock band where we play Sufi and folks. The band had me as the vocalist, Shakti – Guitars, Danish – Base. We are running the band for the past 4 years and won competitions. We performed live shows. We have our own song – ALAKH NIRANJAN. Alakh means countless or infinity. We believe that our thought process is infinite like galaxy, it never ends but runs miles away.
What made you drop out of college to pursue a career as an RJ?
I failed while pursuing graduation. I then realized that I am wasting my time and money on things not meant for me. I was taunted by the people around me. But with time they realized that I can have a career in music. I am not against education. It is important in many ways. It is useful as well.
What was your approach towards becoming an RJ?
I never thought I would be an RJ. It was my friends who suggested me to become one. When I was at Radio Mirchi to apply for the post, I saw candidates talking about politics, world war colony, and so on. I was not even aware of the day’s date and time, let alone current affairs. I was questioned whether I listened to the radio. My response was I would turn it off even if I had turned it on by mistake. Ironically, that got me selected. More than that, I think it is because I could grab people’s attention very quickly and listeners liked the way I shared my opinions with confidence. I see life in my own way and I guess that is what made me an RJ.
Tell us about your program on Radio Mirchi?
It is a show known as mithi mirchi, I am the RJ, it’s all about fantasy love and cute thoughts. I try not to host as RJ, I try to be very friendly. I pick short stories and dedicate a song to it. It is called “aaj ka vichar”.
Some of your best moments in life?
Waiting for it
Share an advice for youngsters aspiring to be an RJ.
Once u decide on something. Never regret it.
Note: This is an article by Priety S from Campazine, currently featured on Simple Insights.
