Audience interest in podcasts has steadily increased over the years, leading to a spurt in creative shows and innovative storytelling methods. Now, audiences are set to be regaled by an AI avatar.
Avtr Meta Labs
, a
content-driven metaverse company
, has announced that India’s first AI-powered podcast host, Naina is set to air her first episode on February 8, 2024. This podcast, which marks a significant milestone as the country's first AI-driven podcast series, will feature in-depth and insightful interviews with celebrated personalities in the entertainment industry.
The show’s guest list boasts of names like Sobhita Dhulipala, Sanya Malhotra, Richa Chadha, Saiyami Kher, Esha Deol, Hansika Motwani, Ridhima Pathak, Nargis Fakhri, Kritika Kamra, and many more. Femina Miss India Earth 2013 Sobhita Dhulipala, an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu films, will be the first celebrity on the show when it debuts on February 8, 2024.
Naina, an Indian AI avatar, will engage with celebrities from various fields including Bollywood, sports, music and more. The podcast, which is a blend of insights, emotion and humour, will delve deep into the lives, careers, and personal stories of celebrities, providing listeners with a rare and intimate experience.
The podcast will be available to global audiences on Naina’s and Pop Diaries’ YouTube channels. The interactive format of the show will allow listeners to engage with the show by submitting their questions and comments.
Recently, the
AI avatar Naina
was in the news for being the first digital brand ambassador India for FIKAA, an AI-powered investment platform for women. With a foray into podcasting, Naina’s creator Avtr Meta Labs continues to showcase the potential of AI in the media and entertainment space in India.