Chotta Mumbai Rap: The Story Behind It | Arjun Sasi

Arjun Sasi shares the story behind his Chotta Mumbai rap, memories of S5, and his thoughts on how social media has changed music. In this Malayalam-English conversation on Stream Dubai, Arjun reflects on rap as self-expression, the importance of lyrics and feeling, and his friendship with Santhosh Narayanan. He also looks back on reconnecting with Joju George for Pani, life in Dubai and radio, and how photography became another creative outlet, including his account of an encouraging email from Tim Cook. Arjun also shares his hopes for an S5 reunion and ideas for future music collaborations, including a project involving his family. Which story or idea stayed with you? Share your favourite moment in the comments, and subscribe to Stream Dubai for more conversations. CHAPTERS 00:00 Music before and after social media 01:20 Music, lyrics and the chase for followers 02:52 Rap as self-expression 05:24 Santhosh Narayanan and a lasting friendship 06:54 Joju George and the Pani recording story 08:51 The Chotta Mumbai rap story 10:31 S5 and By the People 11:41 Dubai, radio and photography 13:24 The Tim Cook email story 14:15 S5 reunion hopes 15:34 ADK, family and new music plans 16:39 A dream for future collaborations #ArjunSasi #MalayalamPodcast #StreamDubai