Sanjeev Kohli: Still Game, Department Q, and dressing like... the carpet in The Shining?!

In this episode of Who Are You (Wearing?), Alice Cruickshank is joined by actor, writer, comedian and broadcaster Sanjeev Kohli. Best known for playing the iconic Naveed in Still Game, Sanjeev reflects on the moments, memories and characters that have shaped both his career and his personal style. The conversation begins with an unexpected fashion confession: the cardigan Sanjeev wore to the recording turned out to feature the unmistakable carpet pattern from The Shining... and a fashion ghoul complimented him on it! From there, they explore his relationship with clothes, from growing up as the only brown child in his part of Glasgow and trying to blend in, to embracing a bolder sense of style that reflects who he is today. Sanjeev shares behind-the-scenes stories from Still Game, including how his portrayal of Naveed was inspired by his own father and what it felt like being transformed into an older version of himself. He also discusses the subtle ways costume shapes character and continues to influence his own wardrobe, from rocking tiny glasses in Dinosaur to why the wardrobe for his role in the new series of Department Q is among his favourite ever. The episode also looks ahead to Sanjeev's latest creative projects, including his new Scottish football anthem, Back in the Game, recorded with actor and musician Tom Urie. Stream Back in the Game here. In this episode: The story behind the accidental The Shining cardigan Growing up as the only child of Indian immigrants in his part of Glasgow Finding confidence through personal style How Sanjeev's dad inspired Naveed in Still Game Seeing himself aged up for one of Scotland's best-loved sitcoms How costumes and accessories help build a character Filming the new series of Department Q Writing and recording Back in the Game with Tom Urie About the podcast Who Are You (Wearing?) is the fashion podcast that's not really about clothes. Hosted by Scottish presenter, journalist and producer Alice Cruickshank, the show uses fashion as a lens to explore identity, ambition, creativity and the stories that shape us. Through conversations with figures from entertainment, arts, culture and media, each episode uncovers the experiences behind the public image. Follow and subscribe for new episodes. Find us on Instagram and TikTok for more content.