Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast

We’ve reached the end of our 80’s Dhamaka journey — and we’re closing it out with the ultimate classic: Mr India(1987). And while our 80’s Dhamaka series is wrapping up, we’ve got something new: our in-studio Khandaan Video Series is now live on YouTube!👉 Watch the first 2 episode here and subscribe: ⁠Khandaan on YouTube⁠ In this episode, we: Look back at the surprises and disappointments of the 80’s Dhamaka series — from unexpected gems like Chashme Buddoor to slogs like Kalia. Talk about how the decade wasn’t as “bad” as Bollywood history suggests, especially for women actors and character performers like Saeed Jaffrey. Debate whether the 80’s really belonged to Amitabh… or if it was secretly Anil Kapoor’s decade. Review Mr India in depth: from Amrish Puri’s legendary Mogambo to Sridevi’s iconic Charlie Chaplin routine and Anil Kapoor’s unsung brilliance. Discuss why Mr India’s emotional core — hungry children, found family, loss, and resilience — still works almost 40 years later. This episode is part nostalgia trip, part critical reflection, and 100% Khandaan. 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions!💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion!📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more!🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content!

This is a bonus audio version of our Youtube Spoiler Review of Param Sundari Follow, like and subscribe to ⁠our Youtube Channel ⁠for more videos from the Khandaan crew You can also support us and interact with us by joining our PATREON community on: https:///www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast This week, the Khandaan Podcast takes on Param Sundari, a film that promised a breezy rom-com but left audiences scratching their heads. Starring Janhvi Kapoor as the titular Sundari and Sidharth Malhotra as the clueless “investor” Param, the movie combines poor writing, botched cultural representation, and inexplicable creative choices — like coconut tree confessions and Tamil Nadu boats showing up in Kerala. Amrita unpacks why the portrayal of Malayalis is not just lazy but offensively bad, pointing out how none of the cast seemed to have received even basic language coaching. Asim reads out savage Letterboxd reviews and admits the movie makes nobody look good — Punjabis, Malayalis, or otherwise. Yet both hosts find surprising moments of charm: Janhvi’s sweetness in songs, her occasional Sridevi-esque mannerisms, and Sidharth’s hotness (if not much else). They also debate the bigger picture: Bollywood’s ongoing struggle with authenticity, the lack of genuine rom-coms, and why films like this end up being more “streaming filler” than theatrical event. Still, in a world of War 2 and endless action clones, Asim controversially admits he’d rather watch Param Sundari again than some of Bollywood’s recent blockbusters. Funny, sharp, and slightly irreverent, this is Khandaan at its best — spending more time thinking about a film than its creators ever did. #ParamSundari #JanhviKapoor #SidharthMalhotra #BollywoodPodcast #BollywoodReview #BollywoodFans #KhandaanPodcast #HindiCinema #IndianCinema #BollywoodHotTake #BollywoodDiscussion Follow us on our socials: / khandaanpodcast / khandaanpodcast / khandaanpodcast Visit our merch store at REDBUBBLE: https://www.redbubble.com/people/khan... You can listen to Khandaan - A Bollywood Podcast on all podcast platforms: Team Khandaan Is: Asim: / asimburney Amrita: / amritaiq Sujoy: / 9e3k

This is a bonus audio version of our Youtube Spoiler Free Review of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra. Follow, like and subscribe to our Youtube Channel for more videos from the Khandaan crew Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast makes the case for why Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra is the female-led superhero movie Indian cinema desperately needed, produced by Dulquer Salmaan, is not just a fun superhero film but a landmark in Indian cinema. If you’ve been looking for the future of Indian superhero cinema, Loka is where you’ll find it. And yes, there are even post-credit scenes you won’t want to miss. #LokaMovie #ParamSundari #BollywoodPodcast #BollywoodReview #FemaleSuperhero #India #Cinema #MalayalamCinema #DulquerSalmaan #BollywoodFans #KhandaanPodcast #SouthAsianCinema #moviediscussion Follow us on our socials: / khandaanpodcast / khandaanpodcast / khandaanpodcast Visit our merch store at REDBUBBLE: https://www.redbubble.com/people/khan... You can listen to Khandaan - A Bollywood Podcast on all podcast platforms: Team Khandaan Is: Asim: / asimburney Amrita: / amritaiq Sujoy: / 9e3k Like, Subscribe, Share if you like our content. You can also support us and interact with us by joining our PATREON community on: https:///www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast Copyright: https://www.khandaanpodcast.com

This week on Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we’re tackling two of the most talked-about (and trolled) recent releases — War 2 and Coolie. It’s safe to say neither film blew us away, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t have plenty to say. From Hrithik Roshan’s sleepwalking Kabir to NTR Jr. stuck in the wrong movie, from Shruti Haasan’s mannequin-level characterisation to Aamir Khan’s husky-filled cameo, this episode covers it all. We dig into: Why Coolie proves pan-India blockbusters have cracked the “fanbase activation” formula Why War 2 fails as both mass masala and spy-universe film The baffling treatment of female characters in both films The accidental gay rom-com energy of Raghu & Kabbu Whether YRF’s spy universe has any future after this mess It’s ranty, it’s unfiltered, it’s classic Khandaan. Plus: don’t miss our brand new video series now live on YouTube! Our first episode — Ranking All the Salman Khan Movies — is up, with much more coming soon.👉 Watch and subscribe here: Khandaan on YouTube

Patreon Bonus this week: Watch The Khandaan Reaction video to the Baaghi 4 Teaser here Amrita's 5 min catch ups with fun and gossip that are full episodes ⁠here⁠ (on the Free Tier) Asim's July LetterBxd ⁠Video⁠ We're also active on Tik Tok so follow us ⁠here⁠ We’re almost at the end of our 80’s Dhamaka series, and for our penultimate pick, we’re heading into very different territory with Sai Paranjpye’s Chashme Buddoor (1981). This is the penultimate episode in our 80s mini-series before we close out with Mr. India. If you have loved or hated the 80's Dhamaka Series, send us your thoughts by email! Forget action set pieces and melodramatic revenge plots — this is the 80’s at its most charmingly low-key, with Farooq Shaikh, Deepti Naval, Rakesh Bedi, and Ravi Baswani bringing us a slice-of-life romcom that’s as Delhi as chai in chipped cups. In this episode, we talk about: Why Sai Paranjpye’s writing still feels fresh decades later Farooq and Deepti’s effortless chemistry The way Chashme Buddoor nails everyday humor How the ill-fated remake lost all the magic 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions!💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion!📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more!🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content!

Patreon Bonus this week: Amrita's 5 min catch ups with fun and gossip that are full episodes here (on the Free Tier) Asim's July LetterBxd Video We're also active on Tik Tok so follow us here We’re back with another entry in our 80s Dhamaka series—this time diving headfirst into Chaalbaaz, the iconic 1989 double-role masala starring Sridevi, Sridevi… and also Sridevi. Joined by Rajnikanth, Sunny Deol, Anupam Kher, Rohini Hattangady and Shakti Kapoor at his absolute creepiest, Chaalbaaz is a slapstick remix of Seeta Aur Geeta, and a showcase of Sridevi’s unmatched star power. In this episode, we talk about: Rewatching this classic on VHS and Z Cinema loops How Sridevi steamrolled two massy heroes without even blinking The Bollywood obsession with twin/double roles and what it says about acting in the 80s Sujoy’s VHS-core memories, Amrita’s cosplay confessions, and Asim’s righteous rage at some VERY male-gazey direction choices Whether Chaalbaaz holds up in 2025—and how it compares to other twin films like Judwaa, Kishen Kanhaiya, and Dushman This was a fun one with some deep dives into nostalgia, film tropes, and that uncomfortable undertone of male-written “masala feminism.” This is the penultimate episode in our 80s mini-series before we close out with Mr. India. Next up: Chashme Buddoor! 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions!💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion!📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more!🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content!

Patreon Bonus this week: Amrita's 5 min catch ups with fun and gossip that are full episodes here We're also active on Tik Tok so follow us here The Khandaan team dives headfirst into the latest pop culture meteor: Saiyaara – the YRF hit film that no one saw coming. We unpack its unexpected virality, emotional ending, and the fan reactions flooding TikTok – from all across the globe– as Asim forces Sujoy and Amrita to drop everything and watch it. Amrita cathes up with Metro In Dino and Sujoy is obsessed with the soundtrack. Then it’s on to Mohit Suri’s cinematic redemption via the emo classic Awaarapan. Yes, Sujoy has thoughts. Yes, they’re emotional. We also take a detour through his newer offerings (Sister Midnight, anyone?) and Aap Jaisa Koi. We also discuss: Metro In Dino – and the larger question: can these multi-character dramas still work? Aap Jaisa Koi – songs vs films, vibes vs substance It’s messy, chaotic, and unfiltered – just how you like it. 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps:

In this very special episode, the entire Khandaan team—Asim, Sujoy, and Amrita—is together in London and recording live. We sat down in the middle of a very hot British summer to review Aamir Khan’s long-awaited return to the screen with Sitarein Zameen Par. Is this an emotional sequel or an accidental parody?Does Aamir’s magic still work with the next generation?And how does this film stack up against Taare Zameen Par, Secret Superstar, and other “message with a heart” movies? We unpack it all—narrative swings, surprisingly good child actors, and that very Aamir ending. Important announcement:Your entire Khandaan is currently in London filming hours of brand-new video content—our first time in-studio together, with chaos guaranteed.Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch it all as we roll it out. Want to go behind the scenes and get the full video version of this episode?Support us on Patreon for exclusive access, bonus clips, and more here Audio note:This episode was recorded during a heatwave in London, so if we sound like we're melting... we absolutely were. Blame the British summer, not the vibes. Leave us a review, share with your filmi friends, and let us know what you thought of Sitarein Zameen Par. We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps:

Welcome to another 80s Dhamaka! episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast. This time we’re diving face-first into the drama, glamour, and full camp spectacle that is Rakesh Roshan’s KHOON BHARI MAANG (1988). Starring Rekha, Kabir Bedi, Sonu Walia, and an extremely underpaid crocodile, this revenge thriller has everything: makeover montages, fashion show trauma, and villains who just won’t die. Join us as Amrita leads a passionate defense of Rekha’s action-heroine era, Sujoy questions the plot logic (and the horse), and Asim tries to make peace with crocodile VFX and the film’s very unique pacing. We also revisit the film’s legacy, its place in the 80s VHS canon, and why it deserves to be seen as more than a meme. A big shoutout to our friend DJ Shai Guy for the 80s Dhamaka theme song! You can check out more of Shai's work here. Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes A Bollywood-Loving Community Bonus & Video Content Vote in Polls & Pick Movies ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! patreon.com/KhandaanPodcast Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to keep going! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps:

This weeks' Patreon are: Sujoy Watches Thug Life So You Don’t Have To 5 Min Catchup: Amrita In this episode, we dove into Saagar (1985)—the ultimate Dimple Kapadia comeback and a masterclass in how to shoot slow-motion beach walks. We talked: Why Dimple is pure fire (even when Rishi and Kamal are doing the most) The unbearable softness of 80s Kamal Haasan Why this is basically the horniest film we’ve watched all season And of course, Sujoy’s cinematic thirst for all things Sridevi, accidentally triggered by… Saagar? We’re down to our final three films in the Dhamaka series—and now and if you are are a Khandaan Patreon you get to decide the order we tackle them in. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps:

This week's Patreon Bonus is available for free! Watch my monthly Letterboxd wrap up video here The Khandaan gang is back with the next entry in our 80s Dhamaka series—and this time, it’s Subhash Ghai’s iconic masala bonanza Ram Lakhan (1989). Picked by our Patreon supporters, this episode dives deep into the unforgettable world of two brothers, high-octane revenge plots, iconic songs, and the kind of full-blown filmi logic that defined a generation. We discuss: Why Ram Lakhan is peak 80s masala cinema The sheer charisma of Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff How this film influenced Bollywood for decades to come The soundtrack’s everlasting legacy—from My Name is Lakhan to Tera Naam Liya Why Amrita thinks it’s basically the Avengers of desi VHS Sujoy’s nostalgia from Chitrahaar to Zee Cinema reruns Asim’s obsession with Debu the American Plus: Havelis, vengeful widows, song interludes every 6 minutes, and the chaotic joy of watching Bollywood do everything at once. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps:

Patreon bonus episodes whilst we were away: ⁠Live Reaction: Sitaare Zameen Par and Thug Life Trailer and Laal Pari⁠ ⁠Bonus Patreon: Too Sad to Be Funny, Too Funny to Be Cancelled⁠ ⁠This week on Khandaan: chaos, candour, and a touch of Shah Rukh.⁠ Khandaan continues the 80s Dhamaka series with one of Amitabh Bachchan’s most iconic—and polarizing—comedies: Namak Halaal (1982). Is this peak masala madness or a nostalgia trip gone wrong? In this episode, Asim passionately defends his childhood favorite while Amrita and Sujoy wrestle with the film’s dated humor, dizzying plot logic, and eyebrow-raising romance arcs. We discuss: The comedy Amitabh debate — genius or grating? The legacy of Kader Khan’s unforgettable one-liners Bappi Lahiri’s absolute banger of a soundtrack (Pag Ghungroo, Raat Baaki, Jawaani Jaaneman) Smita Patil's rain-soaked dance number and the discomfort behind the scenes The villain lair logistics (seriously, where do you even buy a villain lair?) Dadu-related emotional trauma and masala film magic Disco suits, absurd aliases, and Shashi Kapoor’s unexpectedly spicy side Next episode of the 80's Dhamaka will be Ram Lakhan (Dhina Dhin Da!) 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! ⁠⁠Asim⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Sujoy⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Amrita⁠⁠ Follow us on Socials: ⁠⁠Amrita⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Sujoy⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Asim⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠,⁠⁠ Tik Tok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Sujoy's Instagram⁠⁠ Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- ⁠⁠Amrita By The Book⁠⁠ You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: ⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Jio Saavn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Deezer⁠⁠

Patreon bonus episodes whilst we were away: Live Reaction: Sitaare Zameen Par and Thug Life Trailer and Laal Pari Bonus Patreon: Too Sad to Be Funny, Too Funny to Be Cancelled This week on Khandaan: chaos, candour, and a touch of Shah Rukh. After a short break, the full Khandaan crew is back in the house—and we’re not easing in gently. In this episode, we dive headfirst into everything that’s been on our minds: the personal cost of conflict, censorship in media, and how Bollywood fits into a world that feels increasingly divided. From WhatsApp group tensions to government-issued podcast warnings (!), this is one of our most personal episodes yet. 🎙️ What we talk about: The India–Pakistan conflict and how it’s impacted real friendships Media propaganda, misinformation, and the risks of being "too political" Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par trailer—can it survive the noise? Suhana Khan in King—is this the launch her stardom needs or a risky bet? Bhool Chuk Maaf, Sanam Teri Kasam, Lal Pari, and why viral Bollywood music won’t die The surreal podcasting moment when we found out we’d been flagged by the Indian government Our stance on love, peace, and why we'll always choose each other—even when it’s not popular 🎧 Plus: We laugh through the weirdness of Housefull 5, dissect the awkward uncle energy of Akshay Kumar, and rant about Abhishek Bachchan’s rap career (again). If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong in your own fandom anymore, or you’re struggling with how to talk about art during political chaos—this one's for you. 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! ⁠Asim⁠ ⁠Sujoy⁠ ⁠Amrita⁠ Follow us on Socials: ⁠Amrita⁠, ⁠Sujoy⁠, ⁠Asim⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠,⁠ Tik Tok⁠ ⁠Sujoy's Instagram⁠ Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- ⁠Amrita By The Book⁠ You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: ⁠Apple Podcast⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Jio Saavn⁠ ⁠Deezer⁠

This week Khandaan A Bollywood Podcast gives you a taster of the all the fun we have in our Patreon Community with a full episode available for the main feed. In this bonus episode of the Khandaan Podcast, it’s just Asim and Amrita catching up and having one of those classic, freewheeling chats you’ve come to expect from us. We cover a bunch of films, including a special listener’s pick – the iconic Sangam! Amrita saw Khalid Rehman's "Alappuzha Gymkhana" which makes us discuss about masculinity in today’s cinema – especially how it’s evolving in Malayalam films – and, of course, we reply to some of your comments and dive into comparing Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, their career choices, and their very different approaches to stardom. Then we dive headfirst into Sangam: Raj Kapoor’s love triangle extravaganza, packed with sweeping romance, societal expectations, and some surprising gender dynamics. We chat about the film’s historical context, its cultural impact, and even some of the off-screen drama involving the actors that may have shaped what we saw on screen. And yes – we talk about that soundtrack too. 🎶 Come hang out with us! A video version of this episode is available and streaming our Patreon page. 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where this week we’re taking a new look at an old favorite as part of our 80s Dhamaaka series: 1988’s TEZAAB. Directed by N. Chandra, this Anil Kapoor - Madhuri Dixit starrer is mostly remembered today for its iconic number, Ek Do Teen. But this is also an excellent example of 80s masala — violent, political, angsty, furious, and just plain fun. Costarring Chunky Pandey, Mandakini, Anupam Kher, and more, Tezaab is a real trip down nostalgia lane for us at the podcast. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer Audible Amazon Music Omny iHeart TuneIn

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast and we’re talking EMPURAAN and SIKANDAR with friend to the pod, Pappuchaaru. We took a break from our 80s Dhamaaka series to watch the Malayalam masala actioner, Empuraan. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and starring Mohanlal, Manju Warrier, and a whole host of other actors including R10 himself, this movie has run into political foul weather just days after its release. We discuss how it all unfolded, the movie itself, and what this means for Malayalam cinema. And then we have a lot to discuss with Sikandar. Directed by A. R. Murugadoss (Ghajini, 2008), this movie stars Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi and others. Social media has already been ripping this movie apart. We discuss how low the bar has gotten and what lies ahead for Salman and the Hindi film industry. 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer Audible Amazon Music Omny iHeart TuneIn

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where we’re continuing with our 80s Dhamaaka episodes. This week we have UMRAO JAAN. One of the most iconic cinematic moments of 1981, Umrao Jaan is widely considered to be Rekha’s most celebrated performance. Directed by Muzaffar Ali and with enduring music by Khayyam, Rekha plays the role of a famous courtesan who navigates love and family in the midst of the Sepoy Rebellion of 1857. Costarring Naseeruddin Shah, Farooq Shaikh, Raj Babbar, Shaukat Azmi, Dina Pathak and others, Umrao Jaan is an essential part of 80s Hindi cinema. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer Audible Amazon Music Omny iHeart TuneIn

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where this week we’re taking a small break from our 80s Dhamaka episodes to bring you the audio of our YouTube livestream. We go through the upcoming slate of Netflix releases and what we’re most excited about watching this year. We also answer questions from the audience during the livestream. You can also listen to our interview of Shahana Goswami, whose new film SANTOSH was the UK’s submission for best picture at the Oscars earlier this year. Conducting the interview is friend of the podcast, the one and only Yamini aka Pappuchaaru. Shownotes: Trailer: Santosh You can watch the video version of our Khandaan Live Show with the comment section here Our Live reaction the the Sikandar trailer is available here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer Audible Amazon Music Omny iHeart TuneIn

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast and the next movie in our 80s Dhamaka series is TRIDEV (1989). Directed and cowritten by Rajiv Rai, TRIDEV was a ginormous hit when it came out - enough for the Rais to repurpose it with Vishwatma a couple of years later. Starring Sunny Deol, Madhuri Dixit, Jackie Shroff, Sangeeta Bijlani, Naseeruddin Shah, Sonam, Amrish Puri and Anupam Kher among others, Tridev is still famous for its songs, composed by Kalyanji-Anandji although a case could be made that this was just an early Viju Shah soundtrack. This movie embodies the 80s vibe in a way that few others can pull off. The fashion, the songs, the villains, the homoerotic tension, there’s a lot to get through this week. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer

Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast’s 80s Dhamaaka series features 1985’s MERI JUNG this week. Starring Anil Kapoor, Meenakshi Seshadri, Nutan and Amrish Puri in lead roles, this Subhash Ghai movie written by Javed Akhtar is about as nonsensical as masala cinema gets. It is also one of the great pleasures of our movie watching lives. With music by Laxmikant Pyarelal and Javed Jaffrey making his breakdancing debut, every kid from the 80s knows their Meri Jung. Join us to see if it stands up to our nostalgia. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here 💖 Join Our Patreon & Get Exclusive Perks! 💖 Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: 🎬 Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes – Be the first to hear our 80’s Dhamaka series without interruptions! 💃 A Bollywood-Loving Community – Connect with fellow fans who share your passion! 📺 Bonus & Video Content – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended discussions, and more! 🗳️ Vote in Polls & Pick Movies – Help decide which films and shows we cover next! ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! 🎧 Link in bio! 🌟 Support the Podcast: Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to bring you the best content! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer