YouTube Shorts have become a popular source of infotainment for viewers, and Indian content creators are leading the way. Many have found monetizing their Shorts videos with ads and the Shorts Fund to be lucrative.
Gaurav Chaudhary founded his tech channel Technical Guruji in 2015. He uses his platform to educate and inspire viewers through his unboxing and reviews of technology, smartphones, and gadgets.
1. Gaurav Chaudhary
Gaurav Chaudhary, aka Technical Guruji, is an engineer from Bikaner who became famous for his YouTube videos concerning technology in Hindi. He moved to Dubai in 2012 to pursue his Master’s degree in microelectronics from BITS Pilani’s Dubai campus.
He started his channel in 2015 to share advice and reviews on phones and gadgets. The content was a hit in a country that is eager to try new technologies as mobile data becomes cheaper. He now has 15 million subscribers. He has also branched out into long-form videos.
2. Sandeep Maheshwari
He is a college dropout and has had his own share of failures but never let it stop him. He has a vision that is bigger than himself and tries to inspire and motivate millions of people with his videos.
He is one of the earliest YouTube creators to focus on Shorts, posting content in byte-sized videos. He has built a strong community of learner subscribers on YouTube. He combines fun with information in his videos. He also makes shayaris and teaches music composition. He is a true inspiration to many young minds.
3. RG Factboy
For many young Indians, YouTube Shorts offers a path to social mobility and internet fame. Rural creators with record views, like RG Factboy, earn as much as $600 a month.
With TikTok’s departure, rival platforms are scrambling to offer a similar service in India. One of them is YouTube Shorts, Google’s monetisation platform that has completed two years in the country. It is backed by a full revenue share for creators.
4. Pradeep Malhotra
YouTube launched its Shorts feature in India in 2020 as a TikTok competitor. It has gained traction globally and is now one of the platform’s main sources of revenue in the country.
Marketers say creators on YouTube’s Shorts can earn a range of between Rs 5-7 lakh a month. Many of them use their earnings to invest in further productions. This monetization will boost the platform’s growth. YouTube is offering artists access to a library of songs for their videos. They can even purchase affordable music licenses.
5. Khushaal Pawaar
YouTube Shorts empower creators to connect with audiences in meaningful ways. They can post Shorts on their main channels or create a separate Shorts channel.
Observational comedy inspires creator Khushaal Pawaar to create content. A quirky conversation here, a unique walk there—it all adds up to make his videos come alive for viewers.
Market research firm Redseer predicts India’s short-form video market could grow to $19 billion by 2030. And monetization is an important part of that growth.
6. Shreyas Gupta
Gupta, who is 17, draws millions of views by adding Hindi voice-overs to viral video memes and skits. He and other Indian teenagers operating YouTube Shorts channels have grown rapidly, despite a proliferation of copyright-related takedowns.
Gupta said he’s been encouraged by YouTube’s promotion of its Shorts platform, which offers ad revenue-sharing to creators. However, he says brands are more willing to pay for his Instagram Reels collaborations. That’s why he’s working to expand his content to the longer form.
7. Amit Bhadana
Amit Bhadana rose to fame after his dubbed video of Adele’s “Hello” went viral. He is a village-based YouTuber who collaborates with friends and family for his humorous videos.
He was scared to tell his parents about pursuing YouTube as his career choice, but they finally accepted it. He is now able to make a decent living out of his channel. He also earns through ads and brand endorsements. He dreams of venturing into comedy genre feature films.
8. Sukhwinder Singh
Whether it’s calisthenics, Rubik’s Cube art, cricket or the comicverse, communities are bursting into YouTube and creating unique Shorts. These are bringing a sense of fun and adventure into people’s lives.
With high production values and engaging scripts, creators are delivering blockbusters and even “shortbusters.” Scripted content is exploding in the short-form across languages with snappy, fast-paced and quick-witted episodes. YouTube is also becoming a place for learning, with creators like Round2Hell and Mr. Gyani Facts bringing facts and knowledge to life in byte-sized videos. These are helping people stay informed and get ahead in their careers and lives.
9. Dilraj Singh
Dilraj Singh, better known by the moniker Mr Indian Hacker, loves to take apart electronic devices and explore their inner workings. His passion for experiments is reflected in his YouTube content.
Whether it’s celebrating culture and traditions or helping those in the diaspora stay connected to their roots, creators in India are connecting with their communities worldwide through YouTube Shorts. This is a trend that’s not going to slow down. We can expect more and more regional language content to be seen on the platform as well.
10. Ujjwal Singh
From calisthenics to Rubik’s Cube art, YouTube Shorts bring diverse communities together. From regional instruments to beats synced with lyrics, they are helping creators connect with viewers in new ways.
While there’s still a large chunk of creators who focus solely on YouTube Shorts, many are trying to boost their reach by posting videos in both formats. Some are even foraying into long-form content to nurture a more engaged community. It’s about being able to meet the needs of their audience, and that’s where a share of ad revenue comes in handy.