Discover Goa through the eyes of 29-year-old Rohan Barbosa from the beautiful village of Moira. What began as a simple hobby with a phone camera has turned into a window to Goa's heritage, culture, nostalgia and more. @finding_feni isn’t about nightlife and casinos, it’s about showing you the true heart and soul of Goa.
How content creation began
Content creation started quite randomly for me. I always had a habit of capturing things through my phone camera. One day, I thought, why not start a page where I could document all of it? Initially, the idea was to talk about Goa and feature local Goan alcohol brands. Over time, the focus shifted more towards Goa’s culture, heritage, and traditions, but feni has always remained a part of it.
Purpose behind the page
The main reason I started documenting Goa on social media was to clear many misconceptions. Goa is not just about casinos, nightlife, and alcohol. There’s so much more to Goa, especially our rich traditions and culture, which many people don't know about.
Planning and structure
I have a calendar where everything is planned out. Every month, there’s something happening, and I make sure to stay updated if anything new comes up. I also have a list of categories I want to explore, like traditions, people, professions, and rituals. Under each category, I have several topics that I aim to cover.
Challenges with timing
Timings are a major challenge with my style of content creation. Since I work in nightlife, it gets tricky when some events happen in the morning or afternoon—but I make sure to be there on time to capture the entire process, from start to finish, which you will notice in my videos. After that comes the editing. I don't have a team, so I handle everything myself, using just my phone. One of the biggest challenges I face is finding the right song that matches the vibe of the video.
Staying true to my style
By creating raw, authentic content that people can relate to and enjoy, I try to press their nostalgia button.
Choosing music carefully
No, I don't follow trends or use trending songs. I believe the right type of song plays a major role in creating a beautiful video. I don’t want to be part of the race, I focus on making content that feels true and meaningful.
Managing time wisely
I make sure to plan my week, get my work sorted first, and then focus on content creation. When you note down what you need to do the next day, it makes the day much easier because you know exactly what needs to be done.
Life beyond content creation
Outside of social media, I’m a mixologist by profession, and I love making cocktails. I also enjoy chilling in my canoe and fishing.
Learning and future plans
I just observe other content creators and try to learn from them. The future of my content creation lies in starting my YouTube channel, where I can showcase everything in more detail, as YouTube is perfect for longer videos.
Advice for beginners
Don't wait for the right time or the perfect equipment, start with whatever you have. In the beginning, it might feel a bit weird, whether it's recording in a crowd or speaking in front of the camera, but over time, it all makes sense when you start doing well and when people appreciate your work.
Exciting things ahead
A lot of exciting things are coming up, including some new series. I am also managing a Feni brand called Sur, super excited to show a complete other side of Goa with that brand, also meetings with legendary people, and yes, @finding_feni' will soon have its own trails. I can’t wait to share it with you all.
Gratitude and support
I just want to say a special thank you. I’m blessed to have amazing people in my life who’ve been a constant support—my family, especially my mom and dad, and my girlfriend Minoshka DeSouza, who’s always been there for me. I’m also grateful for all my followers who leave positive comments and send supportive DMs. I feel truly blessed, and this motivates me to do even more.
