An Uncommon Love: Narayan Murthy & Sudha Murthy's Exclusive Conversation With Rajdeep Sardesai

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy, who was recently in the news for his '70-hour work per week' remark, has said that he stands by what he said. In an exclusive interview with India Today Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, Narayana Murthy said that he used to work nearly 90 hours a week while he was setting up his company, and he does not regret it.
Narayana Murthy opened up about how he would balance family time after he worked 85 to 90 hours a week while he was building the company. Murthy said he prioritised quality time over the amount of hours he spent with his family.
Narayana Murthy and his wife Sudha Murthy spoke about a host of other things, including office grind, their personal life and equation.
Watch this exclusive interview: 'An Uncommon love: Narayana and Sudha Murthy

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[VidyaSarma-xk]

Smt . Sudha Murthy is my favorite person .To listen to her talking itself is a joy for uplifting my life. I am 81 years from Chennai lived in Delhi after my marriage, settled down in Bangalore practicing as a lawyer. Smt. Sudha Murthy is my inspiration . People who are used to working, who are in the habit of reading and writing they don’t miss anything in life.

[Seangomes]

I simply love and like Mrs Murthy. Mr Murthy would not be a success without his most encouraging and a woman full of zest for life, simple and very content with herself. A wonderful soul. Hats off to her. She sets a beautiful example in this world of fake family values

[ankur.strings]

Wo ladki hai Kahan..Sudha ji is treat to watch. Pure bliss. ❣️

[rajv]

He turns emotion of love into a computer ... A good line by Rajdeep Sardesai. I laughed so hard. Good interview.

[rc]

These are not just middle-class values. These are values every human being should inculcate in himself / herself to live a fulfilled life.
In today's rat race, we often get mocked for having such morals & they're often seen to be outdated. But, Moorthy family has proved that, a phenomenally successful & respectable life can be achieved if we stick to these values passed on to us by our ancestors.

Kudos to the couple!! They're an excellent inspiration to all of us!!!👍👍

[AjayVakil-gojf]

Inspirational will be an understatement! Really simple and honest conversation.

[lalithaiyer]

A memorable interview in every possible way--lively, candid and totally without any pretensions.👌👌👌👌

[prakashrebello]

now the 70 hr makes sense, God bless you both and your families

[drjagan]

Great legend words of wisdom in life for indian society 21st century most needed.

[Krishaikshit]

50 years of togetherness and loved their mutual understanding.. Massive respect 🙏 27:10 Life's gentle message!

[abrarbhatt]

Wonderful interview! Great thoughts hv share to people's of India also World.

[uss]

Awesome couple. They would be the ideal role model. Loved their views and responses. Though didn't care too much for Rajdeep's line of questioning, wish he would get out of the habit of controversial questioning for trps. However, hats off to the Murthys for their graceful and simple honest answers

[basicorganicchemistryfromt]

Very interesting interview. We enjoyed thoroughly. Many won't be able to agree with Mr. Murthy as regards his work culture on account of various reasons. We should give adequate space for family life, entertainment, leisure, travels, physical activities etc. which contribute substantially to productivity of an employee. No body should be made to sit and work in the office for the whole day.

[lilydesouza]

Made for excellent viewing, thnx Rajdeep

[drjagan]

Real beauty of this great couple gentlemen and gentlewoman.

[Sir_Realist]

Fascinating interview, inspirational. Murthy alluded to his political ideology as compassionate capitalism that includes some socialist ideas. I propose Socio-Capitalism which includes the following bridge between Socialism and Capitalism, wherein everyone is served from the very poor to the very rich. The poor pay less for less and the rich pay more for more. For example, the first few units of electricity could be free for everyone, but each additional unit costs more after that. The more one consumes, the more one pays. The rich cross subsidise services for the poor.

[kanwaljitsingh]

Respects and accolades for this great couple

[AK--]

Promote WFH then employees can work extra hours instead of wasting 3 to 4 hours daily in the traffic. And for extra work pay extra also.

[sriprakashhr]

This idea about work - family llife balance never bothered people earlier. Commitment to complete the job was most important. Family's understood this and supported us.

[sudhakar]

39:13 That line by Sudha Murthy - We do Ayudha Pooja to the computer because that is the one which gives lines show hw grounded they are