Love of Cinema (Himanshu Joglekar)
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| 23 Mar 2019 | Episode 2: Atul Sabharwal Part 2 | 00:52:45 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Part 2 of our wide-ranging chat with Atul Sabharwal, writer and director of the landmark Indian television show, Powder. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | Episode 39: Monsoon Wedding (2001) - with Rakhee Sandilya | 01:10:27 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Rakhee Sandilya co-wrote and directed the engaging 2017 drama Ribbon, starring Kalki Koechlin and Sumeet Vyas. She joins us for the next installment in our series of deep dives with screenwriters/filmmakers on their favorite films. Rakhee chose Mira Nair's celebrated 2001 drama Monsoon Wedding. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 03 Apr 2019 | Episode 3: Yasser Usman | 00:54:05 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! On this episode, I spoke with Yasser Usman about writing honest biographies, the debate about authorized versus non-authorized biographies, and why there's a dearth of good writing on Hindi film personalities. Credits: If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 19 Mar 2022 | Episode 40: Johnny Gaddaar (2007) - with Sagar Haveli (Paatal Lok) | 01:06:28 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sagar Haveli, who co-wrote Paatal Lok, joins us for a deep dive of Sriram Raghavan's Johnny Gaddaar (2007). If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 10 Apr 2019 | Episode 4: Apurva Asrani Part 1 | 01:07:19 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Storytelling (on film) occurs in three stages: on paper (writing), on sets (direction) and in the editing room. Spoke with Asrani about his experiences working with RGV, Kalpana Lajmi, Hansal Mehta and Nagesh Kukunoor; his role in persuading RGV to switch from Steenbeck to Avid; the personally cathartic experience of writing ALIGARH; Indian queer cinema; and struggles of gay men in India. Asrani was articulate and insightful with his responses, and bared his soul on several issues he holds close to his heart. I greatly appreciated that. I think you’ll too. Part 1 of my conversation with Apurva Asrani.
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| 16 Apr 2019 | Episode 5: Apurva Asrani Part 2 | 00:55:51 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Storytelling (on film) occurs in three stages: on paper (writing), on sets (direction) and in the editing room. Spoke with Asrani about his experiences working with RGV, Kalpana Lajmi, Hansal Mehta and Nagesh Kukunoor; his role in persuading RGV to switch from Steenbeck to Avid; the personally cathartic experience of writing ALIGARH; Indian queer cinema; and struggles of gay men in India. Asrani was articulate and insightful with his responses, and bared his soul on several issues he holds close to his heart. I greatly appreciated that. I think you’ll too. Part 2 of my conversation with Apurva Asrani. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 20 Apr 2022 | Episode 41: RRR (2022) - with Josh Hurtado | 00:49:58 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Rajamouli's newest movie is more than 3 hours long. Can't recall the last time I watched a film that long and walked out of the cinemas wishing it was longer. Loved it. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 25 Apr 2019 | Episode 6: Shivendra Singh Dungarpur | 01:08:03 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! My chat with Shivendra Singh Dungarpur about film preservation and film restoration. We chatted about preservation and how restoration also entails keeping the filmmaker’s original intent intact. We also spoke about Muzaffar Ali’s Zoonie; the recent restoration of Kubrick’s masterpiece, 2001: A space Odyssey; the first Bengali silent film, Bilwamangal; and Peter Jackson’s They Shall Not Grow Old. Dungarpur also touched on his unfinished film, Ittefaq. For which he had assembled an enviable crew, comprising Rahman, Gulzar, Sriram Raghavan, Karan Bali and Sharmishta Roy. And.. of course, I asked him about the wonderful documentary, Celluloid Man. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 18 May 2022 | Episode 42: Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994) - with Hardik Mehta | 01:20:43 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! A senior film journalist once mentioned that Gauri Khan (SRK's wife) once told her that reel-life Sunil of Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa was very similar to real-life SRK. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 02 May 2019 | Episode 7: Devyani Chaubal - with Suparna Sharma | 00:58:37 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Suparna Sharma about Devyani Chaubal, the film columnist extraordinaire. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 25 Jun 2022 | Episode 43: Gupt (1997) - with Abhishek Mukherjee | 00:55:43 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Gupt: The Hidden Truth evokes a wide range of memories for many. The timeless soundtrack by Viju Shah, the smashing reveal, wild dialogue, Rajiv Rai's direction, Ashok Mehta's cinematography, the amusing ensemble of supporting cast and of course, Manisha Koirala, Kajol and Bobby Deol. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 25 Jul 2022 | Episode 44: Sonchiriya (2019) - with Sudip Sharma | 01:02:05 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer Sudip Sharma (NH10, Udta Punjab, Paatal Lok, Laal Kaptaan) joins us for a Sonchiriya deep dive. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 09 May 2019 | Episode 8: Mayank Shekhar | 00:53:58 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Mayank Shekhar on the craft of the interview, print v. video, the changing landscape of the business of covering films, the state of film criticism, and the tricky song-and-dance with the celeb PR-machinery. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | Episode 45: Abhishek Chaubey | 01:11:31 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer-director Abhishek Chaubey joins us for a chat on his films (Ishqiya, Dedh Ishqiya, Udta Punjab, Sonchiriya) as well as Omkara and Maqbool, films which he co-wrote/assisted on. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 20 Sep 2022 | Episode 46: Sejal Shah (Bombay Fables) | 00:56:13 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Bombay Fables is one of the more interesting production houses. Their first two projects, Serious Men and Decoupled, both, have tasted critical acclaim and wide popularity. Their slate looks equally interesting with the recently released second season of Delhi Crime and the second season of Asur gearing up for release later this year. Sejal Shah of Bombay Fables joins me for a chat on producing prestige shows, OTT landscape, OTT trends, lessons learned from Serious Men and Decoupled, and much more. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 19 Oct 2022 | Episode 47: Mumbai Meri Jaan (2008) - with Upendra Sidhaye | 01:00:49 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Nishikant Kamat's Mumbai Meri Jaan (2008) is a story of a city, grappling with paranoia and prejudice, that somehow always manages to muster the courage and show good sense in conquering its fears and prejudice. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 08 Dec 2022 | Episode 48: Sholay (1975) - with Sanjay Gadhvi | 01:24:08 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sanjay Gadhvi directed Dhoom and Dhoom 2, two of the biggest action films of last 20 years. Sholay is not just the biggest film but probably the biggest action film of all-time as well. (More than) an hour on Sholay with Sanjay Gadhvi! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 30 Dec 2022 | Episode 49: Favorite films of 2022 | 01:50:36 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Listeners join in to chat about some of our favorite films of 2022! Sandeep Padhi, Amey Pandit and Anirudh Somani join me as we reflect on RRR, Gangubai, Me Vasantrao, Kantara, Monica O My Darling, Jhund, Laal Singh Chaddha, Toolsidas Jr., and Jersey. We also chatted about Rajamouli, RRR's crossover success, SRK's Pathaan and more. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 28 May 2019 | Episode 9: Ani... Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar (2018) - with Abhijeet Deshpande | 01:00:51 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with writer/director Abhijeet Deshpande on Ani... Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar, Amazon's Breathe, screenwriting, Marathi cinema and V. Shantaram. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Episode 50: Agneepath (1990) - with Amborish Roychoudhury | 01:26:14 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! National Film Award-winning author Amborish Roychoudhury joins me for a deep dive of one of my favorite films produced by Dharma Productions, Agneepath (1990). Directed by Mukul Anand, Agneepath was ahead of its time and was never fully appreciated. This episode is our small attempt to resurrect and present a solid action drama, as well as an important film of the gangster genre, in new light. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | Episode 51: Imtiaz Ali's Socha Na Tha (2005) - with Kanika Katyal | 01:40:06 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Imtiaz Ali's exploration of romance and relationships stands out among his peers. Kanika Katyal, a freelance culture writer and Imtiaz Ali superfan joins me as we try to deconstruct the filmmaker's storytelling, focussing on his debut film, Socha Na Tha (2005). Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 04 Apr 2023 | Episode 52: Tashan (2008) - with Vijay Krishna Acharya | 01:25:47 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Tashan (2008) turns 15 this year. Writer-director Vijay Krishna Acharya joins me as we look back on the YRF film that tried to break new ground and tried to do it in style. We chatted about writing the film, the terrific soundtrack, the nods, the action, and its reception. An hour on Tashan with 'the' Vijay Krishan Acharya. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 20 Apr 2023 | Episode 53: Jubilee - with Atul Sabharwal and Vikramaditya Motwane | 00:52:51 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! I really enjoyed the new period drama Jubilee, set in the 40s and 50s, and centered on the aspiration and ambition of a group of people from the world of Hindi cinema. I got a chance to pick the brains of writer Atul Sabharwal (Powder, Aurangzeb, Class of 83) and director/showrunner Vikramaditya Motwane (Udaan, Lootera, Trapped) on the scripting and the making of the show. We talked about everything from the research, casting and lighting of the show to the music and the exquisite closing seven minutes of the final episode. All things Jubilee, join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 10 May 2023 | Episode 54: Zanjeer (1973) - with Diptakirti Chaudhuri | 01:05:11 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Amitabh Bachchan's breakout film was Zanjeer (1973). The film not only proved to be the breakout vehicle for India's biggest superstar and cultural icon, but it also ushered in the Bachchan-Salim-Javed era and the trend of action dramas. Diptakirti Chaudhuri, a lifelong Hindi cinema enthusiast and the author of seven books on Hindi cinema, including one on Salim-Javed, joins me as we celebrate Zanjeer, which turns 50 this month. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 15 Jun 2023 | Episode 55: Vikram Bhatt | 01:03:31 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Vikram Bhatt's Ghulam, a key 90s film and one of Aamir Khan's most popular film, turns 25 this year. Vikram joins me for a wide-ranging chat on Ghulam, music in his films, Raaz and the horror genre, his early days assisting Mukul Anand and Mahesh Bhatt, his streaming platform, and an interesting round of Shoot, a game of rapid-fire questions. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 01 Jul 2023 | Episode 56: Ram Gopal Varma | 01:46:47 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Fanboy moment! On the eve of Satya's 25th anniversary, a 2-hour-long chat with RGV on everything from Shiva and Raat, to Satya and Company, to Sarkar and Bhoot, to Nishabd and Mast. Unfiltered and unabashed as always, RGV shared some cool insights, stories and anecdotes. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 31 Jul 2023 | Episode 57: Rangeela (1995) - with Mrunmayee Lagoo Waikul | 01:14:34 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Mrunmayee Lagoo Waikul, who co-created Scoop and wrote Thappad, joins me for a deep dive of one of her favorite films, Rangeela! We talked about Rangeela's charming old-school writing, the strong lead female character, women in RGV's films, Aamir Khan's method performance, Rahman's generational soundtrack, Ahmed Khan's tremendous choreography and much more. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 29 Jun 2019 | Episode 10: Tridev turns 30 - with Gautam Chintamani | 01:02:48 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with film historian, Gautam Chintamani on the legacy of Tridev as it turns 30. Credits: If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 30 Aug 2023 | Episode 58: Hansal Mehta | 01:53:41 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Hansal Mehta joins us for a chat on two of his early films, Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar and Chhal. One's a black comedy about end of innocence. The other's a sharp action drama centered around betrayal. Both films had compelling story lines, terrific cast, great music and both attempted something new in their technique. Two films I wish more people would watch. Why? I make my case on the episode. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 11 Oct 2023 | Episode 59: Thoovanathumbikal (1987) - with Bejoy Nambiar | 01:05:27 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Bejoy Nambiar (Shaitan, David, Solo, Taish) joins us for a deep dive of one of his all-time favorites, Padmarajan's Thoovanathumbikal. We talked about the complex characterizations, Mohanlal's terrific performance, Sumalatha's fascinating Clara and Johnson's timeless background score. Bejoy also shared a conversation he had with his mentor Mani Ratnam around the Padmarajan classic. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 14 Nov 2023 | Episode 60: Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part 2 (2003) - with Shashanka Ghosh | 01:05:15 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! One of my favorite Arshad Warsi films turns 20 this week. Writer-director Shashanka Ghosh joins me to talk about Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part 2, a film that was an absolute trip and had banger of a soundtrack that included Kailash Kher's chartbuster Allah Ke Bande. Crazy stories about a crazy film. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 31 Dec 2023 | Episode 61: Raakh (1989) - with Aditya Bhattacharya | 01:48:40 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Aditya Bhattacharya's Raakh (1989) is a powder keg of a film. The kind of film which you can't stop thinking about for a day or two, every time you watch it. Aditya joins me for almost a 2-hour long chat on his remarkable debut film, the story behind the film, Aamir Khan, and more. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 16 Feb 2024 | Episode 62: Box Office Roundup - with Akkshay Rathie | 01:11:00 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! For cinephiles, cinema halls are like places of worship. Following the long and harsh Covid winter, cinema halls had a massive sunny run in 2023 thanks to Pathaan, Gadar 2, Jawan and Animal. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 16 Mar 2024 | Episode 63: Kohrra, Halahal - with Randeep Jha | 01:25:44 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Randeep Jha joins us for a long chat on his excellent debut feature film Halahal, Netflix's Kohrra, his equally uncompromising short film Kartaa, and Trial by Fire which he co-directed. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 29 Jul 2019 | Episode 11: Nipun Dharmadhikari | 00:45:38 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with writer/director Nipun Dharmadhikari on Baapjanma (2017), the smash-hit talk show Casting Couch, Marathi cinema, and Marathi streaming content.
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| 16 Apr 2024 | Episode 64: Sapta Sagaradaache Ello, Kavaludaari - with Hemanth M Rao | 01:21:50 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Hemanth M Rao joins us to chat about his gripping, noir-ish investigative thriller Kavaludaari and the stirring Sapta Sagaradaache Ello (Side A and Side B). Hemanth also shared his experiences assisting Girish Kasaravalli and co-writing with Sriram Raghavan. Joins us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 16 May 2024 | Episode 65: Sharaabi (1984) - with Alok, Dipta and Shiva | 01:40:37 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sharaabi (1984) turns 40 this year. Superfans Alok Sharma, Diptakirti Chaudhuri and Shiva Krishnamurthy join me as we celebrate the Prakash Mehra film that gave us one of Amitabh Bachchan's top performances, Bappi-da's ace soundtrack, and some of the most incisive and clear-eyed dialouge penned by Kader Khan. We talked about everything from the car-o-bar (bar in the car trunk) to the parallels with Animal! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | Episode 66: Aatish (1994) - with Avneesh, Vikram and Saurabh | 01:26:26 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Aatish: Feel the Fire turns 30 this year. Avneesh Prashar, Saurabh Nair, Vikram Bondal and I celebrate Sanjay Gupta's 1994 action drama, a film that all four of us are fond of. Join us as we look back on — the bromance of Baba and Nawab; Gupta's eye for style, music, action and locations; and all other things Aatish! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | Episode 67: Dil Dhadakne Do (2015) - with Vanita Kohli-Khandekar | 00:54:16 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadakne Do puts the fun in dysfunctional. Vanita Kohli-Khandekar and I revisit the 2015 comedy drama that happens to be one of our favortie films by Zoya. Join us! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 17 Aug 2024 | Episode 68: Aditya Sarpotdar - Part 1 | 02:02:31 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Aditya Sarpotdar is here! His horror comedy Munjya is one of the biggest hits of 2024 and his next film Vampires of Vijay Nagar is one of the most eagerly anticipated films of 2025. Before making his Hindi debut with Munjya, Aditya made some of the more interesting and refreshing Marathi cinema of recent years, including Narbachi Wadi, Faster Fene, Unaad and the insanely hilarious zombie comedy, Zombivli. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 14 Sep 2024 | Episode 69: Aditya Sarpotdar - Part 2 | 01:53:11 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! The second part of my conversation with Aditya Sarpotdar where we talked about his favorite films and shows, his A R Rahman fandom (including an anecdote which he has never shared publicly until now), and much more! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 15 Dec 2024 | Episode 70: Mithun in the 80s - with Avijit Ghosh | 00:57:45 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Mithun is among the actors who have become an integral part of Indian pop culture. Author Avijit Ghosh joins me as we look back on Mithun's career in the 80s, when he broke through as a star, not just in India but across the globe, including countries as far as Russia and Egypt. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 24 Jan 2025 | Episode 71: Deewaar turns 50 - with Alok, Dipta and Shiva | 01:43:13 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Deewaar (1975) turns 50 this year. The Bachchan Coolies (Alok Sharma, Diptakirti Chaudhuri and Shiva Krishnamurthy) are back to celebrate the film that proved to be a landmark film not just for Bachchan, Salim-Javed and Yash Chopra but Hindi cinema itself. We discussed how Deewaar is a goldmine of quotable as well as throwaway lines, how Bachchan sensed very early on during the making that this film could be his golden ticket, how the film has loomed large over many films and shows right upto Scam 1992 and Pushpa, where the film sits in top 5 Bachchan, and much more! If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 12 Mar 2025 | Episode 72: Covering Hindi Cinema in 80s and 90s - with Dilip Thakur | 01:09:14 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Senior film journalist and author Dilip Thakur joins us to recount memories of covering Hindi cinema in the 80s and the 90s. The excitement of muhurat shots, the glitz of premiere parties, the charm of single screen cinemas, Bachchan media boycott, access to stars, and Mumbai of the old — it's all here. Join us! If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 10 Apr 2025 | Episode 73: Paatal Lok S2 - with Sudip Sharma | 00:53:45 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Showrunner Sudip Sharma joins us for a probing discussion on the excellent second season of Amazon's hit crime thriller, Paatal Lok. And yes, I also got a chance to ask him about Kohrra 2 and why Balbir won't be returning this season. If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 14 Sep 2019 | Episode 12: Ajit Andhare (Viacom18) | 01:08:33 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Ajit Andhare (COO, Viacom18 Studios) on the studio's approach with its film slate, challenges with regional cinema markets, post-mortem of films, pay parity, explosion in the digital space, and much more.
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| 13 Dec 2019 | Episode 13: Tigmanshu Dhulia | 01:05:39 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Tigmanshu Dhulia on - Haasil, Paan Singh Tomar, Shagird, his craft, his approach to acting, his creative takeaways from working with Shekhar Kapur and Mani Ratnam, the towering talent of Irrfan, his admiration for K. Asif, and much more
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| 16 Jan 2020 | Episode 14: Manish Gupta (Sarkar, The Stoneman Murders, Section 375) | 00:58:59 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with writer-director Manish Gupta on
and more!
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| 06 Feb 2020 | Episode 15: Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2003) - with Sudhir Mishra | 01:10:17 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Sudhir Mishra on Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2005) as it turns 15 this year. Mishra shared memories about conceiving the film, as well as the writing, casting and music of the film.
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| 22 Feb 2020 | Episode 16: Remembering Kobe Bryant - with Akshay Manwani | 01:01:35 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! An episode dedicated to the memory of a generational, champion athlete.
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| 13 Mar 2020 | Episode 17: Gol Maal, Hrishida and more - with Jai Arjun Singh | 01:02:05 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Jai Arjun Singh on Gol Maal, recurrent themes in Hrishida's films, Utpal Dutt, Amol Palekar and more.
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| 04 Apr 2020 | Episode 18: Ritesh Batra | 00:41:57 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with writer/director Ritesh Batra on themes and some of my favorite scenes from his films.
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| 28 Apr 2020 | Episode 19: Pune 52 (2013) - with Nikhil Mahajan | 00:52:30 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with writer/director Nikhil Mahajan on Pune 52 (2013), genre filmmaking, Marathi cinema and Shah Rukh Khan
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| 27 May 2020 | Episode 20: Manorama Six Feet Under - with Navdeep Singh | 00:56:59 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Navdeep Singh on Manorama Six Feet Under, NH10, and Laal Kaptaan
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| 20 Jun 2020 | Episode 21: Nayakan (1987) - with Baradwaj Rangan | 01:06:06 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with Baradwaj Rangan on Mani Ratnam's modern classic, Nayakan (1987).
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| 20 Jul 2020 | Episode 22: YZ, Double Seat - with Sameer Vidwans (in Marathi) | 00:51:47 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! **My first podcast episode in Marathi**
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| 11 Aug 2020 | Episode 23: Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri at 50 - with Amitava Nag | 01:09:23 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with independent film critic and author Amitava Nag on one of Satyajit Ray's magnificent films, Arranyer Din Ratri (1970).
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| 11 Sep 2020 | Episode 24: Pankuj Parashar | 01:09:00 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! 2 cult comedies, 2 massively entertaining blockbusters, and an iconic TV show...
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| 09 Oct 2020 | Episode 25: Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983) - with Kaveree Bamzai | 00:57:33 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with columnist, author and former editor of India Today, Kaveree Bamzai on Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983).
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| 07 Nov 2020 | Episode 26: Kamlesh Pandey (Tezaab, Aatish, Aks, Delhi 6) | 01:04:32 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Kamlesh Pandey has written upwards of 45 films, including Tezaab, Saudagar, Aatish, Aks, Rang De Basanti, Delhi 6, and Yalgaar.
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| 05 Dec 2020 | Episode 27: Remembering Kader Khan - with Sukanya Verma | 00:51:16 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Kader Khan was an extraordinary writer and actor.
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| 16 Jan 2021 | Episode 28: Ek Chalis Ki Last Local (2007) - with Sanjay Khanduri | 00:56:07 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Ek Chalis Ki Last Local (2007) is packed with quirk.
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| 11 Feb 2021 | Episode 29: Satyajit Ray's documentaries - with Subha Das Mollick | 01:07:33 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Satyajit Ray made an absolutely moving documentary on Rabindranath Tagore.
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| 03 Apr 2021 | Episode 30: Ram Jaane (1995) - with Vinay Shukla | 00:49:21 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Early in his career, Shah Rukh Khan did a series of films where he played the anti-hero. One of those films was Ram Jaane (1995), a full-bodied remake of the James Cagney classic, Angels with Dirty Faces.
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| 27 May 2021 | Episode 31: Watching Bachchan on big screen in the 70s and 80s | 01:05:53 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Chances are, if you love Hindi cinema, you love Amitabh Bachchan and his films.
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| 25 Jun 2021 | Episode 32: Tere Ghar Ke Samne and Vijay Anand - with Karan Bali | 00:54:07 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! One of our absolute greats and arguably the most versatile Hindi filmmaker of all-time, Vijay Anand, left behind a legacy worthy of frequent celebration.
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| 26 Jul 2021 | Episode 33: Gulzar's Ijaazat (1987) - with Pavan Jha | 01:05:15 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Gulzar's poetically cinematic Ijaazat (1987) is perhaps Hindi cinema's most mature exploration of divorce and live-in relationships. It's also a film whose dialogue is almost as lyrical as its songs.
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| 20 Aug 2021 | Episode 34: Ritesh Shah (D-Day, Pink and Raid) | 01:02:48 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! An hour with screenwriter Ritesh Shah on D-Day (2013), Pink (2016) and Raid (2018).
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| 25 Sep 2021 | Episode 35: Shakti (1982) - with Gautam Chintamani | 01:17:44 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Film historian and writer Gautam Chintamani joins us for a deep dive into Ramesh Sippy's Shakti (1982).
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| 19 Oct 2021 | Episode 36: Gautham Vasudev Menon | 00:53:38 | |
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| 16 Dec 2021 | Episode 37: Ghulami (1985) - with Atul Sabharwal | 01:06:03 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! This season, a small series of deep dives with directors/screenwriters on personal favorites, where I asked a small group of directors and screenwriters to talk about a favorite film that they have admired over the years. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 14 Jan 2022 | Episode 38: A R Rahman of 90s - with Karthik Srinivasan | 01:41:47 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! A look back at A R Rahman of 90s with popular music blogger and Rahman super-fan, Karthik Srinivasan. If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support | |||
| 14 Mar 2019 | Episode 1: Atul Sabharwal Part 1 | 00:50:27 | |
Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! A wide-ranging chat with Atul Sabharwal, writer and director of the landmark Indian television show, Powder.
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