"Elon Musk’s surprise appearance on Nikhil Kamath’s WTF podcast has sparked huge buzz online after dramatic teasers and an AI-fake controversy. Here’s what’s confirmed so far."
Elon Musk is officially coming to India’s most talked-about podcast. Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, has confirmed that Musk appears on an upcoming episode of “WTF is with Nikhil Kamath”. What started as a mysterious teaser quickly became one of the biggest tech-news moments of the year, mixed with disbelief, speculation about AI deepfakes, and massive social media hype.
What started the buzz?
The internet first noticed a 39-second black-and-white teaser dropped by Kamath on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. The clip showed Kamath and Musk sitting casually in what looked like a factory or industrial setting, sipping coffee and laughing. A small but noticeable detail — a SpaceX logo on Kamath’s mug — caught sharp-eyed viewers.
- No dialogue, just candid laughter.
- Caption: “Caption this” with Elon Musk tagged.
- Sleek visuals that looked almost too clean to be real.
This instantly kicked off speculation: Is Elon Musk really on this Indian podcast?
Was it real or AI-generated?
Because of how polished the teaser looked, many users accused it of being an AI-generated deepfake. Some even turned to Grok (X’s own chatbot), which confusingly suggested the clip “appears to be AI-generated.” Headlines followed almost instantly.
The combination of disbelief and Grok’s response fueled weeks of confusion about whether the Musk appearance was genuine.
However, both Nikhil Kamath and multiple media outlets later confirmed that the teaser was from a real in-person shoot. Elon Musk is genuinely part of the upcoming episode — no deepfake, no AI trickery.
What does the second teaser reveal?
A second teaser finally gave fans short snippets of the actual conversation. Unlike the silent first clip, this trailer included light banter where:
- Kamath jokes about Musk looking more muscular than expected.
- Musk laughs about his obsession with the letter “X”.
- They reference pop culture like The Matrix, with Musk saying he would not want to be Agent Smith.
The tone feels friendly, informal, and genuinely relaxed — focusing on humor, perseverance, and Musk’s branding choices.
Is the full episode released yet?
As of now, the full episode is still not publicly available on YouTube or Spotify. Only the teasers are viewable online.
According to reports, early screenings have happened in Bengaluru for members of the “WTF Off Grid” community. Entry for this limited offline viewing experience reportedly costs around ₹500. This club-style launch strategy adds exclusivity ahead of the global streaming release.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Silent teaser | Publicly released |
| Conversation trailer | Publicly released |
| Full episode | Not yet released online |
| Early access screening | Offline, Bengaluru, ~₹500 |
Why is this podcast episode a big deal?
Nikhil Kamath’s podcast has already built an elite guest list featuring names like Bill Gates, Narendra Modi, Ranbir Kapoor, Nandan Nilekani, Vinod Khosla, and tech leaders such as Aravind Srinivas. Adding Elon Musk to that roster marks a major milestone not just for the podcast — but for Indian tech media as a whole.
On social media, reactions range from: "This guest lineup keeps leveling up!" to jokes about the internet breaking once the full episode drops.
What about referral or affiliate links?
Right now, there is no official public referral or affiliate program specifically linked to the Elon Musk episode or the WTF podcast. Access information is handled directly via Kamath’s official channels and the WTF Off Grid membership.
For bloggers and marketers, the safest approach is to link directly to:
- Kamath’s official teaser posts on X or Instagram.
- The podcast’s official YouTube and Spotify channels.
While you can track clicks through UTM parameters or your own redirect system, these are tracking tools only — not true referral commissions.
FAQs
Is Elon Musk really on Nikhil Kamath’s WTF podcast?
Yes. Both Kamath and major media outlets have confirmed that the teaser clips come from a real recording.
When will the full episode release online?
An official public release date has not been announced yet. Reports simply say the episode is “coming soon.”
Can I watch the episode right now?
Only early offline screenings are happening via the WTF Off Grid community. The online episode is still pending.
