I LOST ₹3.5 LAKH TO WEDMEGOOD! HERE’S THE TRUTH EVERY PHOTOGRAPHER MUST KNOW! ft. Arshid Bhimji

In this episode of #ExpertTalkWithBhavyaDesai, host Bhavya Desai sits down with Arshid Bhimji, Founder of TrueShades, as he breaks down the vendor side of wedding aggregator platforms, especially WedMeGood.From poor-quality leads to non-transparent systems, no-refund policies, and restricted account control, Arshid discusses how the platform falls short of what it promises. Backed by real experiences, industry insight, and stories from other photographers facing similar challenges, this conversation reveals the side of the wedding industry no one openly talks about.If you're a photographer, filmmaker, or wedding vendor, this episode offers clarity and conversations you need to hear.📢 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share this video! Your engagement helps us bring more such content.✅ Subscribe to Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai for more updates hit the bell icon to stay notified about our latest episodes.This podcast was shot on Sony A7 IV and FE 50mm F1.8 📷Timestamps00:55 – Bhavya x Arshid begins02:35 – Arshid’s background04:25 – What do Wedding photographers do in off season07:25 – Original experience with Wedmegood & Weddings.in10:35 – Wedmegood approached again recently13:55 – What's the Problem14:35 – Quality leads16:10 – “Handpicked photographers” – how leads are generated17:55 – Wedding Sutra is different18:55 – Tenure begins22:55 – 3 months – no conversation, no refunds26:20 – Platform controlling leads31:55 – How the platform works34:45 – Wedmegood vs Meta platforms36:20 – Not alone in this experience38:05 – Next steps39:55 – 8/10 photographers had the same experience41:35 – Why this campaign43:11 – Can’t delete your account!45:55 – You don't have control over your account47:20 – Problem with the platform itself49:25 – Bhavya’s experience53:30 – Why Wedding Photography is expensive56:05 – We’re neutral57:05 – Credibility01:01:15 – Final wordsConnect with us: [email protected]📢Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/X: https://www.twitter.com/ETwithBhavyaD/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/📢Follow Bhavya Desai: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhavya_desai/X: https://twitter.com/bhavya_desai/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhavya.desai.520/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhavya-desai-058652149/📢 Follow Arshid Bhimji:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arshid.bhimji/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arshid.bhimjiX: https://x.com/arshid__bLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arshid-bhimji-23990b64/▶ About Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai - "Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai" is a podcast channel where curiosity meets expertise! and our host Bhavya Desai, a curious and enthusiastic podcaster, talks to different experts and brings out the best in his guests, ensuring that every episode is packed with valuable takeaways. This show aims to connect people who love learning with professionals who have a lot of knowledge and experience.