Episode Overview

Finding X with Ashish Rahane
Episode: Mastering the Art of Communication ft. Adil Noor Shaikh
Date: January 9, 2026

In this episode, host Ashish Rahane sits down with multi-talented artist Adil Noor Shaikh to explore what it means to truly master the art of communication. The conversation traverses Adil’s journey through acting, directing, voiceover artistry, and the important role communication plays in creativity, personal growth, and self-expression. The discussion is candid and inspiring, filled with personal anecdotes, practical advice, and thought-provoking reflections on adapting to change in creative fields, especially in the age of AI.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Early Influences and Journey into the Arts

• Background & Education
  • Adil shares that he started with a government diploma in drawing and painting, ultimately moving toward performance and commerce due to suggestions from others.
    • "Commerce. Clear Kerose. So tani suggest. Voiceover artist. Mandatory." [00:40]
• Performance as Priority
  • The conversation underscores how performance—on stage or through voice—is at the heart of his pursuits.
    • "First priority. So but twice. Struggle in the sense already. Immediately so." [01:15]

2. Acting, Voiceover, and Evolving Mediums

• Struggles and Evolution
  • Adil recounts how acting and character work continuously evolve, mentioning how AI is influencing voice acting:
    • "Realistic character expression. Emotions. AI generated voice. So I don't know. So. Moreover. Aj thambu parvahi thambu." [02:15]
• Adapting to Change
  • He openly acknowledges the challenges of AI-generated voices and insists on the importance of unique human expression.
    • "Script strongly AI ata then a takeover Kalia. Visharas." [06:05]
• Emotional Connection
  • Adil emphasizes how authentic emotions are key, whether in live performance or voiceover.
    • "Emotionally connect. So mihes Maninki balance. So it. Is. Through me content generate." [02:50]

3. Practice and Continuous Learning

• Practice as Foundation
  • Adil underscores the mantra of “practice makes perfect” in every discipline—be it art, music, acting, or voiceover.
    • "Practice makes man perfect. Chitragala sangeet as well Nataka voiceover asil acting Asilah. So practice practice practice." [07:10]
• Workshops & Online Platforms
  • He shares his strategy of creating workshops and using social media to share and refine his work:
    • "So to online kind of workshop. Create. Mic laptop. Source of income generate."
    • "Instagram through your social media through jakahi platform." [07:30]

4. Communication as Personal Development

• Theater as a Tool for Growth
  • Adil advocates for theater as more than entertainment, highlighting its power in building stage confidence and developing personality, especially in youth.
    • "Theater. So personality development through theater. Colleges theater. She related stage daring. She related Natka she related activities. Hey Patek entertainment. Quality." [04:20]
• Connecting with the Audience
  • He reflects on the energy and reward of connecting with a live audience versus recorded mediums.
    • "So hits naki to. Stage daring. Almost sobat zali. Video. Thank you. Powerful experience waiting for sensation." [05:00]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Evolving as an Artist:

  • "Turning point. Then. Thank you so much. Realistic character expression. Emotions. AI generated voice. So I don't know." — Adil [02:20]

• On Practice and Mastery:

  • "Practice makes man perfect. Chitragala sangeet as well Nataka voiceover asil acting Asilah. So practice practice practice." — Adil [07:10]

• On Theater and Personal Growth:

  • "Personality development through theater. Colleges theater. She related stage daring. She related Natka she related activities." — Adil [04:30]

• On Coping with Industry Changes:

  • "Script strongly AI ata then a takeover Kalia. Visharas. To me AKA particular bahone parantata intelligent." — Adil [06:05]

• Message for Aspiring Creators:

  • "Instagram through your social media through jakahi platform. Once again thank you. Thank you so much." — Adil [07:30]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:40] — Early education and entry into performance arts
• [02:15] — The evolving world of acting and voiceover, and the arrival of AI
• [04:20] — The value of theater in personal development
• [05:00] — The thrill of live stage versus digital mediums
• [06:05] — Responding to AI’s impact on creative fields
• [07:10] — The centrality of practice and adaptability
• [07:30] — Leveraging online and social platforms for growth

Conclusion

This episode of Finding X stands out as an honest and uplifting look at the art of communication in today’s rapidly evolving creative landscape. Ashish and Adil’s discussion offers actionable insights for anyone interested in performance, content creation, or personal development. The episode blends wisdom about artistic mastery with practical advice on adapting to change, never losing sight of the intrinsic human element in all forms of communication.

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