A Face in the Crowd
A Face in the Crowd Hosted by RJ Sarkar Raj & RJ Neha BhatiaPowered by Radio Tarana | Stream on ROVA App “A Face in the Crowd” is a heartfelt, community-driven podcast that celebrates the untold stories of everyday people—migrants, workers, artists, parents—who arrived in New Zealand with little more than hope in their pockets and resilience in their hearts. Each episode brings forward an individual whose journey from the margins to recognition reflects the rich, diverse fabric of Aotearoa. From walking alone late at night after a job shift… to facing cultural, financial, and emotional challenges—these are not celebrities, but they are the real faces shaping our neighbourhoods, raising families, and adding meaning to the Kiwi migrant identity. Why we are doing this podcast:Because behind every radio voice, there’s a real human story. Both hosts—RJ Sarkar Raj and RJ Neha Bhatia—have lived those stories. From being new immigrants to becoming respected broadcasters, they now return to the community with a microphone, but this time, it's for you. What makes this podcast unique and relevant to New Zealand: It is rooted in the migrant experience, which is central to NZ’s multicultural growth. It provides representation and dignity to those who often remain unseen in mainstream media. It amplifies community voices on a platform powered by Radio Tarana, NZ’s leading South Asian / Fiji Indian
Episodes
In this inspiring episode of A Face in the Crowd, hosts Neha Bhatia & RJ Sarkar Raj welcome Sancy Prabhakar — an 18-year-old singer, songwriter, author, and First XI cricketer whose story proves that passion has no age limit.From writing a book at 10 to creating 350+ original songs, winning national music awards, performing on major stages, and excelling in cricket, Sancy opens up about her journey, struggles, discipline,...
A face in the Crowd new guest,Anjali Balwal – an inspiration to anyone who’s ever doubted themselves! 💫 She told Tarana that her mission is to motivate every person who’s paused their dreams to believe again — because you can still do it! Representing New Zealand, Anjali was crowned 1st Runner-Up at Mrs India Worldwide in the Australia/NZ zone, a prestigious pageant by Hautmonde now in its 14th year. Held i...
What makes someone stand out in the crowd?
For Rahul Chopra, it wasn’t just talent — it was courage, connection, and community.Born in India and brought to New Zealand as a young School student, Rahul’s story reflects the journey of countless migrants — a child adjusting to a new land, battling the pressure of fitting in, and slowly finding his space to belong.
But Rahul didn’t just ad...
In this very first episode of A Face in the Crowd, RJ Neha Bhatia shares her deeply personal journey — how she came to New Zealand at just 16 with her family, facing a new world, unfamiliar people, and a culture that was both exciting and overwhelming.
She reflects on the emotional and practical challenges of adjusting to life in Aotearoa, and how—over time—those silent struggles helped shape her identity and v...
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