ElevenLabs, a global leader in AI-driven voice and audio innovation, has dubbed Lex Fridman’s recent podcast with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi into Hindi and English. The three-hour conversation, now accessible in both languages, preserves the natural tone of each speaker through advanced AI technology.
Collaboration Ensures Authentic Multilingual Audio
The ElevenLabs Productions team collaborated closely with Modi and Fridman to match Modi’s voice in English and Fridman’s in Hindi, ensuring accuracy and authenticity. India has emerged as ElevenLabs’ largest global market, leading the company to expand its local team, invest in AI audio research, and support regional initiatives.
The podcast traces Modi’s journey from childhood to becoming India’s Prime Minister. It covers topics like leadership, diplomacy, democracy in India, poverty, the 2002 Gujarat riots, U.S. President Donald Trump, and China.
Modi shared insights on AI, stating, “Without genuine human intelligence, AI cannot thrive or progress sustainably.” He emphasized collaboration in AI development and India’s critical role, saying, “No matter what the world does with AI, it will remain incomplete without India. I’m making this statement very responsibly.”
AI Voice Cloning
ElevenLabs describes AI dubbing as a cutting-edge process using generative AI to translate speech into different languages seamlessly. AI voice cloning replicates a speaker’s unique traits—intonation, emotion, and authenticity—for a natural listening experience.
This technology, showcased in the Modi-Fridman podcast, helps global leaders, educators, and influencers reach wider audiences authentically.
Mati Staniszewski, Co-founder of ElevenLabs, praised the team’s efforts in a post on X (formerly Twitter) and said:
Inspired by Lex Fridman and Narendra Modi’s conversation—so proud of our team for making it accessible in both English and Hindi. ElevenLabs was founded on the back of poor-quality dubbing. Seeing it evolve into an immersive experience that preserves emotion and intent is incredible.
As AI voice cloning advances, this podcast demonstrates its power to enhance cross-cultural communication, making significant discussions accessible worldwide.