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5 Leading YouTube Channels

If you are really interested in starting your own YouTube channel but want a little more convincing you need to check out this list of 5 leading YouTube channels in India. These channels are currently doing very well and are making good money:

ChuChu TV:

Ask a 2 year old what they like the most on YouTube and they will definitely yell out ChuChu TV. All the moms are in love with it too because it keeps their toddlers occupied when they are busy with other work. It is probably the largest content creator in India currently. ChuChu TV is a Chennai based channel which is popular for animated videos for kids. The channel is very entertaining and educational. Kids love to sing along and learn new rhymes with it. ChuChu TV is the second most watched YouTube channel in India right now. It is also gaining popularity in the US, UK, Ireland, the Middle East, South East Asia and many other geographies.

BB Ki Vines

Another super-duper hit YouTube channel in India is BB Ki Vines. The channel is dedicated to making you laugh; Bhuvan Bam is the creator of the channel and uploads great humorous videos. He usually plays 4-5 characters himself and does it really well. He is from Delhi and is a musician by profession. He does live shows but loves to make people laugh. He is one of the most popular artists on YouTube currently.

Sandeep Maheshwari

There are a large number of people who rely on YouTube to learn different things, which has lead to many people creating tutorials. Sandeep Maheshwari is one of the entrepreneurs in India who has become very popular in recent times. He is the founder and CEO of Imagesbazaar.com which has the biggest collection of Indian images. He is also a great motivational speaker who is famous for his life changing seminars. His YouTube channel motivates young people and helps them in personality development, public speaking, meditation, etc. He has more than 4.5 million subscribers and growing fast.

Amit Bhadana

Another leading comedian is Amit Bhadana. He is very popular in the YouTube community. He is an expert in using age and relationships and turning it into something comic. He uses daily scenarios and can make people laugh for hours. His aim in life is to make a Bollywood movie soon which does not seem difficult for him as he has a great fan following.

Nisha Madhulika

Nisha Madhulika is a famous name among the ladies in India. She is a 59 year old YouTuber who has become an inspiration among women of all ages. She started her channel 7 years ago and has been making innovative and delicious dishes. She can make great curries to cakes. She uses Hindi and is very soft spoken which makes her a darling. She is one of the leading cookery YouTubers currently.

How to Make Money through YouTube Channels

If you are also interested in making a YouTube channel and earn through it then you need to first decide on what kind of profit you want to make from it – you can either use it as a promotional outlet for your own products or you can create video content to generate ad revenue from it. Remember, YouTube does not pay you for uploading your videos but you need to monetize your channel to make money from it. You can either join the YouTube Partners Program or have your videos listed on YouTube Premium.

You don't need a million subscribers to start earning from your channel as the earning does not depend only on the number of subscribers and views, it also depends on the level of engagement and the niche you use. You can also turn your videos into ad space and take in advertisements, for this you will need a balance of US$ 100 (about ₹ 7,500.00) or more from views. In other words you will need at least 20,000 views to get US$ 5 (about ₹ 375.00) per 1,000 views. To start the YouTube Partner Program you should have 4,000 watch hours in 12 months, you will have to sign and agree to the terms and conditions, have an AdSense account, and you need to get reviewed and approved.

You can also start an affiliate link where you will be reviewing a product or a service. When a person clicks the link and buys the product you earn a percentage in that purchase.

Another way of making money through a YouTube channel is to find your niche – some of the popular niches are gaming, news, celebrity gossip, product reviews, cooking, pranks and life hacks. You will need to be consistent and upload videos regularly to keep your viewers engaged. You will also have to invest in the right equipment to make perfect videos like a good camera, a microphone and lights. You should also know how to edit your videos and make them look professional.

How to Create a YouTube Channel

Want to get your own YouTube channel now? Indeed, a new found love among the young generation is making YouTube videos. A lot of people are showing their interest in it either for fun or as a way to earn some money. To start uploading your videos you will have to first create a channel on YouTube which is very easy to do with your Google Account. Follow the steps mentioned below:

  • Sign in to YouTube on your device.

  • You will get a list of the things you want to use your channel for like uploading videos, posting comments etc.

  • Follow the prompt and create your own channel.

  • The next step is to fill in the About section to draw people's attention to your channel. You will need to describe your brand, you can add links to your website and other social media networks if you use any. This description will appear on your channel so use your creative side to fill the section.

  • Upload your cover photo, remember the first impression is the last one so choose a picture wisely. YouTube recommends photos of 2560 x 1440 pixels with a maximum file size of 4MB.

  • Then sit back and think about what you want to achieve from your channel. Ask who are your target audiences? Think of their age range, think about their gender and demographics. Ask what they will really be interested in to figure out who will be watching your channel and why should they watch your channel. Know how you are going to deliver your content through your channel. Will you be posting every day, weekly or monthly? Think about what the ongoing trend is and what is in demand.

  • When you are done with these questions make a small package on it, it is called your value proposition. This will help you tell your audience who you are and why should they watch your channel, but be brief.
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Sarita Tiwari
Sarita worked in the development sector for 20 years but found her passion in writing. She is a blogger, a content writer and a ghost writer for various industries. When not writing, you will find her spending time with her family, cooking and traveling. She is an introvert and feels that writing gives a voice to her thoughts.

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