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 📷
Timestamps
00:55 – Bhavya x Arshid begins
02:35 – Arshid’s background
04:25 – What do Wedding photographers do in off season
07:25 – Original experience with Wedmegood & Weddings.in
10:35 – Wedmegood approached again recently
13:55 – What's the Problem
14:35 – Quality leads
16:10 – “Handpicked photographers” – how leads are generated
17:55 – Wedding Sutra is different
18:55 – Tenure begins
22:55 – 3 months – no conversation, no refunds
26:20 – Platform controlling leads
31:55 – How the platform works
34:45 – Wedmegood vs Meta platforms
36:20 – Not alone in this experience
38:05 – Next steps
39:55 – 8/10 photographers had the same experience
41:35 – Why this campaign
43:11 – Can’t delete your account!
45:55 – You don't have control over your account
47:20 – Problem with the platform itself
49:25 – Bhavya’s experience
53:30 – Why Wedding Photography is expensive
56:05 – We’re neutral57:05 – Credibility
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