From Blaming Banks To Refusing To Pay Back, 8 Revelations Made By Vijay Mallya In Recent Podcast
Vijay Mallya finally broke his silence after nine years in a podcast with Raj Shamani, revealing shocking details about Kingfisher Airlines!
By Sakshi SinghUpdated June 06, 2025 8:47 PMShare:
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Vijay Mallya finally broke his silence after nine years in a podcast with Raj Shamani, revealing shocking details about Kingfisher Airlines, his loan controversy, and the rise of Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. From clarifying bank allegations to expressing regret and resilience, Mallya shares his side of the story and addresses his ongoing legal issues in India. Here's everything you need to know from the recent podcast.
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Vijay Mallya claimed Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif became stars after appearing in the Kingfisher Calendar.
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He said he never refused to repay loans and wanted to settle, but was met with resistance from banks. Mallya clarified that Kingfisher Airlines borrowed money, not him personally, despite being its guarantor.
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He insisted Kingfisher never borrowed directly from SBI, correcting long-standing public perception.
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He blamed systemic issues and contradictory advice from banks for the airline’s downfall. Mallya expressed deep regret towards Kingfisher employees and apologised publicly for the first time.
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He avoided giving a clear answer about returning to India, citing lack of faith in agencies like the CBI and ED.
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He said leading for 50 years and facing setbacks had made him resilient and emotionally stronger.
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Mallya felt the collapse of Kingfisher Airlines affected him most, but he stayed strong as a leader.
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This podcast marked his first public interview in nine years, where he claimed to set the record straight.
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