Bhubaneswar, Jan. 25 -- In a world dominated by tech-savvy influencers, one remarkable story stands out- that of Suman Dhamane, affectionately known as Aapli Aaji (meaning "our grandmother"), who turned her humble village kitchen into a digital empire. What began as a simple idea to share traditional Maharashtrian recipes blossomed into a cultural phenomenon, inspiring millions across India and beyond.

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Hailing from Sarola Kasar village near Ahmednagar in Maharashtra, Aapli Aaji had never used a smartphone or understood YouTube until her grandson, Yash Pathak, encouraged her to record one of her famous Pav Bhaji recip...