Zerodha 's co-founder Nikhil Kamath shared valuable business insights with rapper Badshah and actress Kriti Sanon , covering various industries and offering advice on where to invest and how to approach business ventures. Kamath suggested that aspiring entrepreneurs should avoid industries overcrowded with passion and instead focus on more practical, profit-driven sectors. He noted that while passionate people often enter these fields, the financial returns are not guaranteed, particularly in the film industry, where investments frequently fail to yield profits.
Kamath explained, "People often fund movies for the proximity to popular figures, but it’s like a funnel where money comes in from the outside and gets burned." When discussing potential investment opportunities , Kamath highlighted the energy transition as a promising area. He pointed out that the global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources presents a significant opportunity, particularly in sectors like electric vehicles, battery manufacturing, and solar energy.
"Energy transition is such a big thing in the world; most wars in our history have been fought over it," Kamath remarked. He stressed that this industry is less glamorous but offers better odds for profitability, especially with government incentives backing the transition to renewable energy. Badshah, curious about investment strategies, asked Kamath what he looks for before investing in a company.
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