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“We wanted to create a space that was nonlinear, unshackled from culture stereotypes; a place where identities are fluid and self-defined.We also wanted to help grow subcultures in the country while we did it. ”

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Varun, Varsha & Mandovi set up popular content platform Homegrown, which produces India-specific editorial content written on taboo subjects avoided by mainstream media. The business gets its revenue as a globally-oriented marketing and events agency; they've partnered on projects with everyone from Nike to Audi to Refinery29.

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Three inspiring minds, one common thread: yup, they're all dropouts.Watch Varun Patra, Varsha Patra and Mandovi Menon’s exciting journey as co-founders of Homegrown, the place they believe they belong to.