Nikhil, who The Signal Brief spoke to, started losing his hair at 24. He says it damaged his confidence and changed how he showed up on camera. He tried oils, treatments and medication like Minoxidil, but nothing worked. After months of deliberation, he chose a hair transplant. He paid around Rs three lakh and says he does not regret it.But hair transplants carry real risks. Poorly regulated clinics have caused serious complications and, in some cases, even deaths.In January, the government proposed stricter rules and plans to treat hair transplants as surgery.But, why are so many people signing up in the first place?To find out, listen to the latest episode of The Signal Brief.The Core produces The Signal Brief. Follow us wherever you get your favourite podcasts. Register for India Finance and Innovation Forum 2026The Core and The Signal Brief are ad supported and FREE for all readers and listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships and brand studio requirements.For more of our coverage, check out thecore.inSubscribe to our newsletterFollow us on:...
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