DadSense with Subhasis Mishra

What does it truly mean to be a strong man today?

In this special Men’s Day episode of the DadSense Podcast, actor Sudhanshu Pandey opens up about fatherhood, fame, vulnerability, balance, and the experiences that shaped him both as a man and as a parent.

This conversation is not about perfection—it's about honesty.

It’s about the men who show up.

The men who carry responsibilities quietly.

The men who learn, unlearn, evolve, fail, rebuild, and rise again.

If you are a father, a son, a partner, or simply a man trying to find your place in an overwhelming world, this episode is for you.

And if you love a man, this will help you understand him better.

Timestamps

00:00 Opening Quote: “What does it mean to be a strong man?”

01:45 Sudhanshu on redefining masculinity

06:20 Early struggles & the journey that shaped him

12:40 Fatherhood: lessons, fears & breakthroughs

20:15 Balancing fame, expectations & identity

28:30 Vulnerability and why men don’t talk enough

35:55 The pressure of providing & protecting

44:10 Being present as a modern-day father

53:25 What today’s boys must learn on time

1:02:10 Advice to young men finding their way

1:10:45 Final message for Men’s Day

About DadSense

DadSense Podcast is a space for honest conversations about parenting, manhood, emotional wellbeing, and the unseen journeys of fathers.

Hosted by Subhasis Mishra

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