being on air
An exclusive with RJ Malishka
Wake up early to start your Radio, tune into your favourite station and probably you might end
up hearing a husky poised female voice go Good Morning Mumbai!
That confidence is the expression of India’s most popular Radio Jockey, Malishka Mendonsa
popularly known as RJ Malishka.
In a ride to rewind the timeline by nine years of the show Morning no. 1 and to also understand
the current scenarios in the booming radio industry, The Brown Scooter caught up in an
exclusive interview with the celebrity radio jockey to find out what it takes to be the next RJ
Malishka.
Before we understand how Malishka became RJ Malishka, tell us your journey till becoming a
Radio Jockey.
Well, I was a communication student pursuing my studies in Sophia’s, post which I assisted
Prahlad Kakkar Sir for three months. In those three months of working in an advertising agency I
knew this just wasn’t what I wanted to do and hence started going for voiceovers. I always
knew I have a good voice. I loved singing in college bands, parties, celebrations and thought
why not give a shot in voiceovers. Meanwhile, I also auditioned for Channel V’s Popstars where
I was one of the finalists. And finally the boom of radio industry incepted and here I’m running a
show on Red FM since 9 years.
So what does it take to make a successful show?
Good research, a very good team spontaneous team which thank God I have and
impulsiveness.
What is the coolest thing about your job?
Oh there are many cool things about my job like Shahrukh Khan knows me by my first name.
*laughs* Other than that, we have a lot of fun every day. Connecting with your listeners and
coming up with creative campaigns is always fun. Also, through radio we not only get to inspire
people with our social campaigns but also shape & mould an idea for a good cause. So the
concept of Bajao For A Cause I think is the coolest [