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Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast A nostalgic deep dive into the movies of Aamir, Salman, and Shahrukh Khan, three global superstars of enduring interest. Additionally, on alternate weeks, we cover current events in Bollywood, new/interesting streaming content in English and other Indian languages, plus other news in film. Hosted by three Bollywood-loving millennials with an encyclopedic knowledge of Hindi film, Khandaan is your one stop shop for nostalgia, laughter, and distraction. #Bollywood #Podcast #BollywoodPodcast #SRK #SalmanKhan #AamirKhan Millions of listeners seek out Bingepods (Ideabrew Studios Network content) every day. Get in touch with us to advertise, join the network or click listen to enjoy content by some of India's top audio creators. [email protected] Android | Apple
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Ramayana Marketing, Jailer 2, Udta Teer & Koffee with Karan Reviews
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It's another week of Bollywood chaos, and Asim and Sujoy are joined by returning guest Parth for Episode 321 of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast.
We kick things off with Ramayana and its increasingly confusing marketing campaign. Who exactly is this film trying to appeal to, and can it possibly live up to the expectations surrounding it?
Then we're off to Street Fighter, where Vidyut Jammwal's casting as Dhalsim gets us talking about his career, before Sujoy takes us through Jailer 2, Rajinikanth's unstoppable aura and the joys of completely ridiculous action cinema.
Parth reviews Hunkkaar and Udta Teer, which somehow leads us into Bollywood's obsession with Pakistan, disastrous promotional campaigns and Asim explaining one of the most bizarre films ever made in Pakistani cinema.
We also catch up on Koffee with Karan, including Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor's reunion, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, and whether Shah Rukh Khan might finally return to Karan's couch.
And because apparently we hadn't suffered enough, we finish with Manoj Bajpayee's Gajab Raat.
Expect the usual Khandaan mix of questionable opinions, Bollywood gossip, unnecessary tangents and a surprising amount of discussion about mangoes.
In this episode:
Ramayana: Can the marketing live up to the hype?
Vidyut Jammwal, Street Fighter and Jailer 2
Hunkkaar and Udta Teer
Salman Khan, SRK and Koffee with Karan
Gajab Raat and the state of Bollywood thrillers
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Madhuri vs Sridevi: Who Is the Queen of Bollywood? | Khandaan A Bollywood Podcast
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Madhuri Dixit or Sridevi? We put two favourites through seven categories and somehow make ourselves choose.
Asim, Amrita and Sujoy compare dance performances, acting range, box office power, fashion, chemistry with co-stars, comebacks and lasting influence. Sujoy admits his Madhuri bias early. Amrita makes the case for Sridevi. Asim discovers that choosing the categories hasn’t made choosing a winner any easier.
From Mr. India and Chandni to Beta, Devdas and English Vinglish, we revisit the performances that shaped our love of Hindi cinema.
This week’s topics:
• Madhuri’s precision or Sridevi’s storytelling through dance?
• Who could carry a film on her name alone?
• What made English Vinglish such a remarkable comeback?
• Who wins on style and chemistry with co-stars?
• Whose influence will the next generation carry forward?We discuss scenes and character moments from films across both careers.
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Drishyam 3: One Body, Too Many Twists? | Khandaan A Bollywood Podcast
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Drishyam 3: One Body, Too Many Twists?
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One body, three films, and a family that really needs a holiday.
Asim and Sujoy tackle Drishyam 3, its increasingly elaborate twists, Jaideep Ahlawat’s scene-stealing performance and Tabu’s sidelined storyline. We compare Vijay Salgaonkar with Georgekutty and ask whether this is finally the right place to end the story.
With Amrita away, we also catch up on Digger, Animals, Baby Do or Die, Runner and Awarapan 2, discuss Bollywood music through Komal Nahta’s interview with the Tips brothers, and take questions from our live audience. Can Koffee with Karan recapture its early magic? And is Shah Rukh Khan entering his Tom Cruise era?
Spoilers throughout the Drishyam discussion.
Timestamps
00:00 Livestream setup and technical chaos
03:53 Welcome: Asim and Sujoy go live
06:13 Drishyam 3: first impressions and increasingly wild twists
12:41 Jaideep Ahlawat joins the chase
14:44 Tabu and the missing emotional resolution
18:03 Vijay Salgaonkar versus Georgekutty
22:29 Unpacking the twists and reveals
31:35 Do we really need Drishyam 4?
39:32 Can Koffee with Karan bring back the magic?
42:37 Our final Drishyam 3 verdicts
43:45 Komal Nahta, the Tips brothers and Bollywood music
51:15 Digger and Tom Cruise
54:30 Animals and Ben Affleck as a director
57:40 Film recommendations from the live audience
1:00:23 Baby Do or Die
1:06:02 Runner and our Alan Ritchson watchlist
1:08:18 Awarapan 2: embracing the melodrama
1:13:11 Is Shah Rukh Khan in his Tom Cruise era?
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Maa Inti Bangaram, Mirzapur & Welcome to the Jungle | Bollywood Would You Rather
Samantha deserves a better family, Sujoy makes a case for Mirzapur, and Asim has found two good jokes in Welcome to the Jungle. Was it worth sitting through the rest of the film? You can probably guess. Asim …
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Samantha deserves a better family, Sujoy makes a case for Mirzapur, and Asim has found two good jokes in Welcome to the Jungle. Was it worth sitting through the rest of the film? You can probably guess.
Asim, Amrita and Sujoy catch up on Maa Inti Bangaram, the Mirzapur movie and Welcome to the Jungle, before taking on a listener-submitted Bollywood Would You Rather game. Would you choose Geet or Poo? Could you spend a year watching only Arjun Kapoor films? And how long would it take Aamir Khan to explain PK?
There’s also a catch-up on Pakistani dramas, streaming frustrations and the guests we’d love to bring back.
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Send your questions, game suggestions and guest recommendations to [email protected].
Chapters
00:00 Welcome and the current movie slump
00:56 Amrita on wholesome romcoms and female stardom
03:16 Maa Inti Bangaram: Samantha, action and family dynamics
09:42 Streaming subscriptions and the right packet of biscuits
10:40 Mirzapur: Sujoy’s movie review
15:20 Do you need to watch the Mirzapur series first?
18:18 Welcome to the Jungle
27:27 Bollywood Would You Rather
28:08 Jaya Bachchan or a lift from Salman Khan?
30:02 Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and explaining PK
32:20 Arjun Kapoor films or bad Bollywood remakes?
36:04 Geet versus Poo
37:55 Dancing behind Hrithik Roshan
40:17 Bollywood drafts and past podcast chaos
42:43 Pakistani dramas and streaming frustrations
45:25 Where to find us and Patreon extrasMitti De Baway: Mahira Khan, Wahaj Ali and a Drama Built on a Grand Scale (extended)
Asim and Amrita are joined by Pakistani drama reviewer Sophia Q to discuss the opening episodes of Mitti De Baway. Does the much-anticipated pairing of Mahira Khan and Wahaj Ali deliver? We get into the three …
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Asim and Amrita are joined by Pakistani drama reviewer Sophia Q to discuss the opening episodes of Mitti De Baway. Does the much-anticipated pairing of Mahira Khan and Wahaj Ali deliver? We get into the three timelines, the performances, the striking production design and the amount of slow motion.
The longer conversation also takes in Pakistani dramas more broadly, from subtitles and international audiences to the shows Sophia thinks are worth watching.
Contains spoilers for the opening two episodes.
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Best of the Best, Vibe & Lust Stories 3 | Khandaan Podcast
Support Khandaan and watch our full video episodes at Patreon.com/KhandaanPodcast. Three films arrived in the same week, so Asim, Amrita and Sujoy have plenty to discuss. Sujoy thinks Kunal Khemu’s Vibe is one …
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Three films arrived in the same week, so Asim, Amrita and Sujoy have plenty to discuss.
Sujoy thinks Kunal Khemu’s Vibe is one of Bollywood’s best films of the year. Amrita appreciates Khemu’s distinct comic voice but wonders whether the movie occasionally feels like a showcase for its writer, director, producer and star.
Asim reviews Netflix’s Lust Stories 3 and asks why four acclaimed filmmakers have delivered an anthology that feels so strangely uniform.
The main review is Best of the Best, a South Asian college dance comedy starring Maitreyi Ramakrishnan. The hosts discuss girlhood, female friendship, colourism, diaspora identity, cultural gatekeeping and the importance of joyful South Asian stories. Sujoy, meanwhile, remains unconvinced by the film’s dancing, college rivalries and Hasan Minhaj.
Also: Preity Zinta, Bollywood music rights, Kunal Khemu versus the YRF Spy Universe and Asim inventing yet another Indian celebrity.
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Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and too many new releases
00:26 Four films arrived in one week
03:21 Vibe review
06:04 Is Vibe a “boys’ movie”?
07:02 Kunal Khemu’s directorial voice
09:34 Preity Zinta returns
12:08 AI terrorists and competent comedy
14:03 Vibe versus the YRF Spy Universe
15:02 Should Kunal Khemu direct other actors?
16:24 Asim invents another Indian celebrity
18:01 Lust Stories 3 review
20:21 Four acclaimed directors, one uniform style
22:32 The relationship problems of Lust Stories
24:16 Kiran Rao’s contribution
25:38 Vikramaditya Motwane’s contribution
26:56 Shakun Batra’s contribution
28:02 Vishal Bhardwaj’s contribution
30:00 The strangely sanitised intimacy
31:32 Why Lust Stories is not for Asim
32:59 A growing cultural disconnect
33:32 Best of the Best review
36:04 Girlhood and complicated friendships
39:32 Why Sujoy could not connect with it
42:07 Can Maitreyi Ramakrishnan dance?
43:23 A joyful South Asian movie
44:11 Diaspora culture versus Indian culture
45:28 Why all group activities are dorky
45:57 The outsider experience
46:55 South Asian identity beyond India
47:22 Sisterhood and brown male characters
50:33 Maitreyi versus Hasan Minhaj
52:23 Identity, history and speaking honestly
54:39 Popularity, aggression and female friendship
56:15 Watching the movie with Sofia
57:09 The cost of licensing Bollywood music
59:28 The film’s best dance joke
01:00:18 Choreography and campus culture
01:03:55 Why Asian stories struggle to survive
01:07:19 The Best of the Best soundtrack
01:08:45 Game the Netflix algorithm
01:09:05 Where to find Khandaan
English Babu Desi Mem: SRK’s Triple-Role Disaster | Khandaan Podcast
Watch the full video and support Khandaan on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcastWe revisit English Babu Desi Mem, the 1996 Shah Rukh Khan film that gives us three SRKs and somehow still leaves us …
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We revisit English Babu Desi Mem, the 1996 Shah Rukh Khan film that gives us three SRKs and somehow still leaves us wanting less.Sujoy chose English Babu Desi Mem. Amrita would like to know why.
In this episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy revisit one of the strangest films in Shah Rukh Khan’s 1990s filmography. Loosely remade from the Clark Gable and Sophia Loren film It Started in Naples, it features Shah Rukh in a triple role, Sonali Bendre as a cabaret dancer raising his nephew and a plot that appears to abandon logic almost immediately.
We discuss Shah Rukh’s wigs, accents and aggressively broad performance, Sonali Bendre’s place in 1990s Bollywood, the film’s peculiar ideas about British Indians, Sujoy’s enduring love for the soundtrack and whether the voiceovers, flashbacks and abrupt ending suggest that the production simply ran out of money.
Is this really one of Shah Rukh Khan’s worst films? And more importantly, should Sujoy ever be allowed to choose the movie again?
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00:00 Sujoy arrives unprepared 02:27 Why did he choose English Babu Desi Mem? 03:45 Shah Rukh Khan’s only triple role 05:12 Remaking It Started in Naples 09:16 The film’s extraordinary SRK introduction 13:24 Diwali becomes a fatal disaster 15:14 The child-rearing gets increasingly disturbing 17:17 Sonali Bendre enters the story 19:34 Revisiting Sonali Bendre’s career 24:17 Is Shah Rukh actually terrible in this? 25:35 Did the production run out of money? 28:35 Bhima Khalasi and committed villainy 30:20 The child who was supposed to carry the film 33:35 Sujoy defends the soundtrack 35:22 The troubling history behind the songs 37:36 Have Bollywood item songs disappeared? 41:06 What did we actually enjoy? 42:45 Ranking Shah Rukh Khan’s worst films 47:35 Sujoy’s final warning 49:23 Should listeners choose the next film?
Toxic vs Cocktail 2: Yash, Shahid & the Female Gaze
Watch the full video version exclusively on Patreon: Khandaan on Patreon Asim, Amrita and Sujoy are finally back together for Episode 317, with two very different movies on the agenda: Yash and Geetu Mohandas’ …
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Asim, Amrita and Sujoy are finally back together for Episode 317, with two very different movies on the agenda: Yash and Geetu Mohandas’ Toxic, and Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in Cocktail 2.
Toxic leads us into a surprisingly complicated conversation about masculinity, the female gaze, sex, violence and whether Geetu Mohandas has actually smuggled something interesting into a giant Yash mass movie... or whether Asim and Amrita are giving the film far more credit than Sujoy thinks it deserves.
Then there’s Cocktail 2: part relationship drama, part Judaai, part Reddit AITA post. We discuss Shahid Kapoor’s increasingly intense screen persona, Kriti and Rashmika, the original Cocktail, and how Bollywood romance somehow went from grand declarations of love to “tu meri phati hui T-shirt hai.”
Plus, Asim recommends Babitha Singh Reporting, Amrita brings us Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, and your listener questions take us into Bollywood’s sequel obsession, David Dhawan’s retirement, Varun Dhawan’s career, whether the Khans will ever play grandfathers, and what happened to the stars who emerged in the 2000s.
And we end with a wonderful email from longtime listener Pragati, who has been with Khandaan since the Irrfan and Rishi Kapoor episodes and, most importantly, would like slow motion to finally retire.
00:00 Amrita Is Late & Khandaan Is Getting Older
09:20 Toxic Review
28:00 Toxic: Masculinity, Women & the Female Gaze
38:00 Are We Reading Too Much Into Toxic?
46:50 Yash, Kiara Advani & Final Toxic Thoughts
53:50 Bethlehem Kudumba Unit
56:30 Babitha Singh Reporting
1:02:00 Cocktail 2 Review
1:07:00 Cocktail 2: AITA Meets Judaai
1:11:00 What Happened to Shahid Kapoor?
1:17:00 Listener Questions: Bollywood’s Best & Worst Sequels
1:22:00 David Dhawan, Varun Dhawan & the Khans as Grandpas
1:27:00 What Happened to Bollywood’s 2000s Stars?
1:34:00 Email & the Khandaan Community
1:39:00 Wrap-Up🎧 Support Khandaan and get exclusive episodes and bonus content:Khandaan Patreon📺 Watch our video episodes:Khandaan Podcast on YouTube
Awarapan 2, Batwara 1947 & Has Bollywood Forgotten How to Make Movies?
🎧 BONUS ON PATREON: This week we're also reacting to the completely bonkers trailer for Yash's Toxic. Is it spectacular maximalist action, Manosphere: The Movie, or are Asim and Sujoy simply too old for this …
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🎧 BONUS ON PATREON: This week we're also reacting to the completely bonkers trailer for Yash's Toxic. Is it spectacular maximalist action, Manosphere: The Movie, or are Asim and Sujoy simply too old for this shit?
Watch the full video reaction exclusively on Khandaan Patreon
Asim and Sujoy catch up on the latest releases, starting with Awarapan 2 and the enduring appeal of Emraan Hashmi before turning to Rajkumar Santoshi's Batwara 1947 and its surprisingly nuanced take on Partition.
Then they attempt to survive David Dhawan's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, which raises the bigger question of whether Bollywood has forgotten how to make mainstream comedy. Plus: Varun Dhawan's identity crisis, Asim's inexplicable rage at Manish Paul, and why Maa Vaapas Aunga turned out to be one of the most moving films Asim has seen recently.
Timestamps:
02:30 — Awarapan 2
12:11 — Batwara 1947
23:36 — Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
33:38 — Maa Wapas Aunga
39:07 — Cocktail 2 & what's next
40:21 — Toxic on Patreon💬 Join the conversation:
Do you think Awarapan 2 earns its nostalgia? Has Sunny Deol's recent filmography hurt Batwara 1947? And when was the last genuinely great mainstream Bollywood comedy?🎧 Support Khandaan and get exclusive episodes and bonus content:
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The Greatest Bollywood Opening Scenes Ever? | Om Shanti Om, Rang De Basanti, Don & More
🎧 Support us on Patreon → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast](https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast) 👥 Hosts: Asim | Amrita | Sujoy What makes an unforgettable opening scene? Is it spectacle, character …
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🎧 Support us on Patreon → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast](https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast) 👥 Hosts: Asim | Amrita | Sujoy What makes an unforgettable opening scene? Is it spectacle, character, music—or simply making you fall in love with a film in the very first five minutes?
This week Asim, Amrita and Sujoy celebrate some of Bollywood's greatest openings, including Om Shanti Om, Rang De Basanti, Don, Don 2, Special 26, Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., Andaz Apna Apna, Jab We Met, Parvarish and the iconic musical openings of Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Dil To Pagal Hai and Bunty Aur Babli.
Which opening scene would make your list?
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Ramayana, Batwara 1947 and The Odyssey Backlash
🎧 Support Khandaan on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast This week Asim, Amrita and Sujoy had originally planned to review English Babu Desi Mem... but life (and perhaps self-preservation) got in …
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https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcastThis week Asim, Amrita and Sujoy had originally planned to review English Babu Desi Mem... but life (and perhaps self-preservation) got in the way.
Instead, they dive into one of the busiest weeks in film fandom.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey continues to dominate conversation, but should adaptations stay faithful to the source? The team discusses translator Emily Wilson's criticism and why myths are meant to evolve.
Then it's time for the biggest Bollywood trailer of the year: Namit Malhotra's Ramayana. Is Ranbir Kapoor convincing as Ram? Does Yash's Ravana have enough complexity? And can a film rooted in Indian mythology truly connect with a global audience?
They also react to Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947, discussing Partition cinema, changing political narratives and whether Rajkumar Santoshi can still deliver.
Finally, Asim and Sujoy give their spoiler-free thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with the full review available exclusively on Patreon.
Chapters
00:00 Why English Babu Desi Mem was postponed
02:30 The Odyssey obsession continues
03:30 Emily Wilson vs Nolan
08:20 Troy vs The Odyssey
13:00 Asim survives internet comments
15:00 Ramayana trailer reaction
37:00 Batwara 1947 trailer reaction
59:55 Spider-Man review moves to Patreon
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Video version of this episode is available as a Patreon exclusive here
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https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcastThis week, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy catch up on one of the busiest weeks Bollywood has had in months.
We review Alpha, the latest entry in YRF's Spy Universe starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, before diving into two of the year's most affecting films: Mein Vaapas Aunga and Satluj. Along the way we discuss censorship, Partition, state violence, memory, the National Film Awards, and why some stories still matter decades later.
• Alpha — Did the YRF Spy Universe miss the mark?
• Mein Vaapas Aunga — Imtiaz Ali's moving exploration of memory and Partition.
• Satluj — A powerful film surrounded by controversy and censorship.
• Ikka — Sunny Deol returns to the courtroom.
• National Film Awards reactions.
• Remembering legendary playback singer S. Janaki.
• Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey.
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Bollywood Jodis That Quit Too Soon | SRK–Aishwarya, Hrithik–Kareena & More
🎧 Support us on Patreon for exclusive episodes https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast Some Bollywood jodis become legends. Others disappear before they ever reach their full potential. This week, Asim, Amrita …
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Some Bollywood jodis become legends. Others disappear before they ever reach their full potential.
This week, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy revisit the iconic pairings that should have made many more films together. From Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor's complicated history, to Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai's unforgettable chemistry, Salman Khan and Rani Mukerji's underrated partnership, Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta's effortless charm, and Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukerji's incredible run before everything changed.
Along the way, we revisit forgotten films, industry gossip, behind-the-scenes stories, and ask one question: which Bollywood jodi deserved another chance?
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Which Bollywood jodi deserved more films together?
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Let us know in the comments!
Ranbir Kapoor vs Ranveer Singh: Bollywood's Biggest Star Debate
🎧 Support us on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast Who wins the ultimate Bollywood face-off: Ranbir Kapoor or Ranveer Singh? This week, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy put two of Hindi cinema's biggest …
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🎧 Support us on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast Who wins the ultimate Bollywood face-off: Ranbir Kapoor or Ranveer Singh? This week, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy put two of Hindi cinema's biggest stars head-to-head. We compare everything from Band Baaja Baaraat vs Saawariya, Rockstar vs Gully Boy, iconic screen chemistry, Koffee With Karan appearances, career choices, controversies and cultural impact. Along the way we debate Deepika Padukone, Anushka Sharma, Alia Bhatt, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Imtiaz Ali, Barfi!, Lootera, Rockstar, Animal, Bajirao Mastani and much more before reaching a surprisingly definitive verdict. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & the rules 01:40 - Debut films: Band Baaja Baaraat vs Saawariya 05:00 - Signature performances: Rockstar, Barfi!, Gully Boy & more 09:10 - Worst films and career misfires 13:30 - Koffee With Karan showdown 16:50 - Who has the best on-screen chemistry? 21:55 - Directors and career choices 25:00 - Cultural impact and star power 28:40 - Side hustles and business ventures 30:10 - Controversies and public image 32:40 - The ultimate tiebreaker 34:35 - The final verdict 👥 Hosts: Asim | Amrita | Sujoy 🔗 Follow Khandaan: YouTube: [ / @khandaanpodcast ] Instagram: [ / khandaanpodcast ] X (Twitter): [ / khandaanpodcast ] Merch: [https://khandaanpodcast.redbubble.com] © Khandaan Podcast. All rights reserved. 🎧 Where to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bZLrLZ... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... Khandaan is a weekly Bollywood podcast covering Hindi cinema, Indian pop culture, celebrity news, movie reviews, streaming releases and the history of Bollywood. #KhandaanPodcast #RanbirKapoor #RanveerSingh #BollywoodPodcast #HindiCinema #Bollywood #Rockstar #Barfi #GullyBoy #Animal #DeepikaPadukone #AliaBhatt #BollywoodMovies Copyright Disclaimer: This podcast contains commentary, criticism and discussion for educational and entertainment purposes. All film clips, music and images remain the property of their respective copyright holders.
Luck By Chance: Bollywood's Greatest Inside Story
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This week, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy revisit Luck By Chance, Zoya Akhtar's remarkable debut and one of Bollywood's sharpest films about itself. From outsider myths and star-making machinery to ambition, compromise and the price of success, the gang explores why this 2009 classic feels even more relevant today. Along the way there's discussion of Ranveer Singh's Don 3 fallout, Farhan Akhtar's career, Konkona Sen Sharma's incredible performance, and why Luck By Chance remains one of the most insightful films ever made about the Hindi film industry.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome and Patreon Pick
00:45 – Ranveer Singh vs Excel Entertainment
03:45 – Celebrity victimhood and modern Bollywood PR
09:55 – Farhan, Don 3 and Bollywood power politics
14:50 – Luck By Chance recap
15:40 – Why Sujoy rewatches this film regularly
16:50 – Zoya Akhtar's astonishing directorial debut
17:45 – Is Vikram actually a Bollywood Baazigar?
18:40 – Farhan Akhtar's best acting performance?
20:30 – Why the film is really Sona Mishra's story
22:00 – The ensemble cast and forgotten MVPs
23:40 – Luck By Chance vs Om Shanti Om
25:00 – A love letter to Bollywood and filmmaking
27:25 – Why audiences weren't ready for this film
28:25 – The film that helped create a new era of Hindi cinema
29:15 – Favourite performances and overlooked details
31:10 – Rishi Kapoor: a force of nature
32:25 – Kareena Kapoor and true star power
34:20 – The Bollywood ecosystem: gossip, auditions and investors
35:40 – Konkona Sen Sharma's extraordinary run
36:10 – Did Bollywood fail Isha Sharvani?
37:35 – The power of the theatre scene
38:35 – Favourite dialogues and comic moments
39:15 – Dimple Kapadia steals every scene
40:40 – Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy's incredible soundtrack
41:20 – Hrithik Roshan's memorable cameo
42:00 – Listener comments and mailbag
44:00 – Movies about movies and the magic of Filmistan
45:15 – Final verdict on Luck By Chance
👥 Credits
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Maa Behan, Alpha, Bandar and Bollywood’s Bad Men
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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy discuss the newly released Alpha teaser before diving into two very different films. First up is Anurag Kashyap’s Bandar, a dark and unsettling look at power, corruption, and the machinery of the Indian justice system, featuring what Sujoy calls the performance of Bobby Deol’s career. Then it’s on to Maa Behen, Suresh Triveni’s sharp, funny, and surprisingly moving Netflix film starring Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri, and Dharna. The Khandaan gang unpack its commentary on patriarchy, gossip, beauty, motherhood, and survival, while also celebrating one of Madhuri’s most interesting performances in years.
⏱️ 3. Timestamps / Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups and Istanbul recommendations
04:05 – Alpha teaser reactions
17:20 – Bandar (Monkey in a Cage) review
23:10 – Maa Behan review
24:00 – Madhuri Dixit’s performance
32:00 – Nostalgia, patriarchy, and Adarsh Colony
42:00 – Triptii Dimri, Dharna, and the cast
53:00 – Final thoughts and recommendations
57:00 – Patreon, YouTube, and where to find us👥 4. Credits
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From SRK's Jacket to Shahid's Door: Peak Priyanka Chopra
🎧 Support us on Patreon → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast] Before she became a global star, Priyanka Chopra was already one of Bollywood's most entertaining personalities. This week, Asim, Amrita and …
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🎧 Support us on Patreon → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast] Before she became a global star, Priyanka Chopra was already one of Bollywood's most entertaining personalities. This week, Asim, Amrita and Sujoy revisit some of Priyanka's most viral moments: the infamous "SRK jacket", the legendary Kareena Kapoor comeback, Shahid Kapoor opening the door during an income tax raid, and the many reasons Priyanka remains one of the internet's favourite celebrities. From Bollywood gossip to iconic one-liners, we're looking at the moments that turned Priyanka Chopra into a meme queen long before social media became what it is today.
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Pakistani Zombies, Dharma Romance and the Cost of Adulting
Thisweek on Khandaan, we're covering a little bit of everything. Amrita returns from her accidental social media detox with glowing skin, better sleep, and a newfound appreciation for blissful ignorance. Then …
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Thisweek on Khandaan, we're covering a little bit of everything.
Amrita returns from her accidental social media detox with glowing skin, better sleep, and a newfound appreciation for blissful ignorance. Then it's on to the movies.
We discuss Chand Mera Dil and why its young-love-meets-adult-responsibility story left us feeling older than ever. We talk Ananya Panday's performance, the strange online discourse around the film's dance sequence, and whether Lakshya can successfully pivot from action star to romantic lead.
Sujoy reports back from Drishyam 3, exploring how the latest chapter shifts from thriller to character study and asks what life looks like after Georgekutty gets away with everything.
Asim recommends Dacoit: A Love Story, a Telugu romantic thriller starring Mrunal Thakur, and wonders why Bollywood still seems unsure what to do with one of its most compelling actresses.
And finally, we dive into Zombeeid (or Zombie Eid), Pakistan's first zombie movie. Despite the online backlash, we found a surprisingly entertaining genre film packed with zombie mayhem, steroid-fuelled horror, Pakistani humour, and some genuinely impressive gore on a modest budget.
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A varied episode, but exactly the kind of film-and-pop-culture catch-up we love doing.
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Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna- Love, Lust & New York Melodrama
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This week, Asim, Amrita, Sujoy, and special guest Parth from TooManyTats revisit Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna — the glossy, messy, deeply divisive relationship drama that pushed Bollywood into uncomfortable territory.
Twenty years later, does Karan Johar’s infidelity epic still work? The gang unpack Shah Rukh’s aggressively miserable “Dev,” Rani Mukerji’s quietly heartbreaking performance, Sexy Sam’s outrageous energy, and why this film feels both ahead of its time and completely stuck in the 2000s. There’s also a detour into today’s Bollywood stars, OTT-era morality, Cannes discourse, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, and whether Maya and Dev would actually survive modern Toronto rent prices.
Expect classic Khandaan chaos, emotional damage, soundtrack worship, and a surprising amount of analysis about chewing gum etiquette.
You can also check out Parth's Animation Studio Mikudi here
Segments
00:00 – Introducing Parth / tattoos & Om Shanti Om dreams
04:15 – Why Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna now?
07:50 – Pati Patni Aur Woh Do review
12:20 – Kartavya, caste politics & OTT thrillers
22:40 – Alia Bhatt, Cannes & Bollywood discourse
31:35 – Revisiting KANK after 20 years
44:30 – Why Shah Rukh’s Dev is so hard to love
57:00 – Marriage, infidelity & Karan Johar psychology
01:14:30 – The hotel room scene & Bollywood taboo-breaking
01:22:50 – Rani Mukerji’s performance appreciation
01:28:35 – Soundtrack deep dive: Mitwa, Tumhi Dekho Na & more
01:40:30 – Would Maya and Dev actually last?
01:42:30 – Dream casting a modern KANK remake👥 Credits
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Special Guest: Parth / TooManyTats
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This episode was picked by one of our Patreon supporters, Farzan — and that’s exactly the kind of thing we do over there. If you’d like to help shape future episodes, get access to bonus content, video …
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This episode was picked by one of our Patreon supporters, Farzan — and that’s exactly the kind of thing we do over there. If you’d like to help shape future episodes, get access to bonus content, video exclusives, and subscriber-only chats, join us at patreon.com/KhandaanPodcast. Memberships start at just $1/month.
In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit Yeh Dillagi — the glossy 90s rom-com that gave us Ole Ole, soft-boy Akshay Kumar, and peak “pretty boy” Saif Ali Khan.
From Kajol’s unforgettable makeover arc and the film’s Sabrina roots to wildly outdated rich-people morality, rain-song dream logic, and VHS-era capitalism, the gang dives deep into why this movie still works as a nostalgia machine.
Expect conversations about 90s fashion, Bollywood’s disappearing rom-com energy, questionable drunk acting, random Karisma Kapoor cameos, and why every rich family in Hindi cinema apparently owned plastic lawn chairs.
Plus: the soundtrack absolutely slaps.
03:20 – Introducing Yeh Dillagi
08:20 – Sabrina comparisons and Kajol nostalgia
17:10 – Saif, classism, and 90s morality
23:20 – Champagne ads, Shimla businessmen, and hilarious “wealth” aesthetics
29:15 – Soft Akshay Kumar appreciation hour
30:10 – Soundtrack deep dive: Ole Ole, Hothon Pe Bas & more
37:20 – Dream sequences, rain songs, and background extras
43:40 – Random observations and Karisma Kapoor cameo discourse
47:00 – Final thoughts on why Yeh Dillagi still matters👥
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This week on Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we return to a full-length catch-up episode and immediately spiral into discussions about playback legends, celebrity reinventions, political memes, and why the …
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This week on Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we return to a full-length catch-up episode and immediately spiral into discussions about playback legends, celebrity reinventions, political memes, and why the internet has suddenly decided Diljit Dosanjh is the hottest man alive.
We begin with a tribute to Asha Bhosle and what made her such a singular figure in Indian music. From cabaret songs and ghazals to Brit-Asian remixes and Gorillaz collaborations, we talk about the career of someone who never allowed herself to be boxed into one era or one sound.
Then we move onto Aamir Khan and his increasingly public phase of self-analysis. Are the flop narratives overblown? Has Bollywood itself lost confidence in what audiences want? And why does every Aamir interview suddenly feel like a live therapy session?
Elsewhere in the episode:
Karan Johar finally gets his Met Gala validation
The strange online discourse around Diljit’s global rise
Why comparing Diljit to Sidhu Moosewala reveals bigger conversations about class and celebrity
Vijay’s political victory and influencer politicians
50 50 - Pakistani sketch comedy from the 80s altering brain chemistry
Korean movie recommendations
And several completely unnecessary detours along the way
Chapters
03:10 Remembering Asha Bhosle
15:00 What’s happening with Aamir Khan?
26:45 Karan Johar and the Met Gala
32:40 Vijay’s political win & influencer candidates
38:05 Pakistani sketch comedy brain chemistry
40:15 Diljit Dosanjh on Fallon
44:00 Who could break through globally next?
47:00 Korean movie recommendations & Patreon picksAmrita will be appearing on the Craft Lit channel
Govinda and Avatar and Bollywood Lies
In this episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we take on some of the most talked-about Bollywood conspiracy theories… and explain why we don’t believe them. From the long-standing narrative around *Salman …
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In this episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we take on some of the most talked-about Bollywood conspiracy theories… and explain why we don’t believe them. From the long-standing narrative around *Salman Khan and Vivek Oberoi, to the deeply sensitive and widely debated **Sushant Singh Rajput case, to the internet-favourite **Govinda–James Cameron story*, we break down what actually makes sense — and what doesn’t. This isn’t about blind defence or outrage. It’s about looking at how these narratives form, why they stick, and what they say about Bollywood fandom, media culture, and the internet. As always, expect strong opinions, context, and a conversation that goes beyond headlines.
Ep 306- Why Nothing in Bollywood Is Hitting Anymore
A video version of this episode is available on our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast In this episode, Asim and Sujoy are holding things down without Amrita — what started as a casual catch-up …
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In this episode, Asim and Sujoy are holding things down without Amrita — what started as a casual catch-up turns into a wider conversation about where Bollywood is right now.
We get into the current slump at the box office, why modern romcoms aren’t landing the way they used to, and the growing feeling that a lot of what’s coming out just isn’t connecting anymore. Along the way, we talk awards drama, stand-up comedy, industry fatigue, and what audiences actually want from Hindi cinema.
It’s a looser episode than usual, but one that ends up going a bit deeper than expected.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro
01:00 – Bollywood slowdown & Dhurandhar fatigue
02:15 – Awards shows & industry credibility
04:00 – Why Bollywood feels irrelevant right now
05:55 – Indian stand-up comedy discussion
10:00 – “We have morals… and no money”
14:45 – Akshay Kumar & Bhoot Bangla
17:05 – Why romcoms aren’t working
20:00 – Dharma & the hype problem
24:00 – Kriti Sanon discourse
28:00 – Korean movie recommendations
35:15 – Project Hail Mary review
42:40 – Bait (Riz Ahmed)
46:00 – British media & diversitySupport & Follow
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🎧 Support us on Patreon for exclusive episodes → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast] This week, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy continue their conspiracy series with even spicier takes. From the long-running …
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🎧 Support us on Patreon for exclusive episodes → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast] This week, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy continue their conspiracy series with even spicier takes. From the long-running Kangana Ranaut vs Hrithik Roshan saga to whether Filmfare awards are rigged (and what Shah Rukh Khan has said about it), plus the murky world of PR manipulation in Bollywood — nothing is off limits. Expect gossip, industry insight, and unapologetically strong opinions. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - “We 100% believe this” intro 00:23 - Conspiracies Pt. 2 begins 00:37 - Kangana Ranaut & Hrithik Roshan: what really happened? 04:29 - “This is NOT a conspiracy” 05:00 - Are Filmfare Awards rigged? 06:35 - Inside Bollywood award show politics 08:30 - Why awards don’t mean what they used to 08:45 - PR wars, planted stories & sabotage 10:00 - Is Bollywood PR basically extortion? 11:10 - Final thoughts + your conspiracies 👥 Hosts: Asim | Amrita | Sujoy 🔗 Follow Khandaan: YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@khandaanpodcast] Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/khandaanpodcast] X (Twitter): [https://twitter.com/khandaanpodcast] Merch: [https://khandaanpodcast.redbubble.com] © Khandaan Podcast. All rights reserved. 🎧 Where to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bZLrLZHCuLDmJzgm9MPm0 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/khandaan-a-bollywood-podcast/id1362881501 #BollywoodPodcast #KhandaanPodcast #DivyaBharti #KalHoNaaHo #BollywoodConspiracies #HindiCinema #SRK #KaranJohar
Bollywood Conspiracies We Secretly Believe Part 1
🎧 Support us on Patreon for exclusive episodes → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast] In this episode, the Khandaan gang dives into Bollywood conspiracy theories we might actually believe…Asim, Amrita, and …
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In this episode, the Khandaan gang dives into Bollywood conspiracy theories we might actually believe…Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy go full filmi conspiracy mode. From the long-standing mystery around Divya Bharti’s death to whether Bollywood box office numbers are quietly manipulated, and even the authorship of Kal Ho Naa Ho, nothing is off limits.Expect wild theories, sharp takes, and just enough disclaimers to avoid legal trouble.
⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 - Intro: “Don’t sue us” disclaimer
00:38 - Why conspiracy theories are everywhere
00:45 - Divya Bharti: accident or something else?
05:52 - Are Bollywood box office numbers inflated?
09:36 - Kal Ho Naa Ho: who really directed it?
13:55 - Final thoughts + your conspiracy theories
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Ep 303- Dhurandar 2 Backlash, Subedaar, and Film Chat
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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy dig into the reaction around Dhurandar 2—from audience hype to questions around storytelling, politics, and whether it’s even worth your time. Sujoy shares a full spoiler breakdown, while the team unpack the film’s reception and what it says about Bollywood right now. Plus, quick takes on Subedar, a Malayalam wrestling drama, and a heartfelt listener message as Khandaan crosses 300 episodes. Expect sharp takes, film nerdery, and a few unexpected tangents along the way.
Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups & intro
03:00 – Dhurandar 2 reactions and debate
18:30 – Spoiler discussion & politics in the film
38:30 – Subedar review
44:30 – Malayalam wrestling film chat
49:30 – Listener mail & 300 episode reflections4. Credits
Hosted by Asim | Amrita | Sujoy
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Follow us on YouTube, Instagram & PatreonEp 302- Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge: Pure Vibes, Zero Logic
Asim’s monthly Letterboxd deep dive — what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised him — is now up exclusively on Patreon. In this episode, Asim, Amrita, Sujoy — and returning guest Yamini — revisit Dulhan Hum …
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Asim’s monthly Letterboxd deep dive — what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised him — is now up exclusively on Patreon.
In this episode, Asim, Amrita, Sujoy — and returning guest Yamini — revisit Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge, David Dhawan’s gloriously chaotic 2000 rom-com starring Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor. What follows is a mix of nostalgia, disbelief, and reluctant admiration as we unpack the film’s unhinged plotting, iconic soundtrack, and undeniable star chemistry. Expect debates on toxic fandom, Bollywood’s Europe obsession, Salman’s… unique flirting techniques, and why this film somehow still works despite itself — plus listener shoutouts and a quick catch-up before the madness begins.
Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups & guest return
05:00 – Should we even watch certain Bollywood films?
15:45 – Main Review: Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge
40:00 – Salman & Karisma: chemistry vs content
55:00 – Songs, nostalgia & final thoughtsShownotes:
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Follow us on YouTube, Instagram & PatreonBollywood's Best Remakes - from Baazigar to Dev D
🎧 Support us on Patreon → [https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast](https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast) In our last episode we talked about the *worst Bollywood remakes* — so now it’s time to celebrate the …
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In our last episode we talked about the *worst Bollywood remakes* — so now it’s time to celebrate the ones that actually worked.
Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy dive into the *best remakes in Bollywood history, discussing why films like **Baazigar, Dev D, Agneepath, and Parineeta* succeed where so many others fail. From Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic anti-hero debut to Hrithik Roshan’s most intense performance, we break down how these remakes adapted their originals and made them unforgettable.
Expect nostalgia, film nerdery, and a few controversial honourable mentions along the way.
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Ep 301- Khandaan at 300: Love, Burnout and Streaming Chaos
Patreon Exclusive: We recorded a bonus video episode where we debate AI-generated “movies,” tech hype vs reality, and launch a new idea for a recurring Rewatchables series. Join us on Patreon to watch and …
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Patreon Exclusive: We recorded a bonus video episode where we debate AI-generated “movies,” tech hype vs reality, and launch a new idea for a recurring Rewatchables series. Join us on Patreon to watch and weigh in.
In this milestone 300th episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy take stock of Khandaan’s journey — from lockdown comfort-listening to surviving pandemics, political chaos, and some truly questionable movie choices (yes, Kyun Ki was #300).
We talk honestly about where Bollywood is right now: the lack of joy, the fatigue around current releases, and whether we still want to watch everything. Along the way, we respond to listener mail about Sanjay Leela Bhansali, debate art vs aesthetics, unpack Kohrra Season 2, react to O Romeo, and review The Bluff starring Priyanka Chopra — plus a wider conversation about her Hollywood trajectory and the “action star” box.
It’s reflective, a little ranty, occasionally bleak, but ultimately grateful — because 300 episodes later, we’re still here, still arguing, and still obsessed with desi cinema.
Timestamps
00:00 – 300 episodes & the world on fire
08:15 – Is Bollywood losing its joy?
15:40 – Listener mail: Bhansali debate
25:30 – O Romeo review
33:50 – Kohrra Season 2
42:20 – The Bluff & Priyanka in Hollywood4. Credits
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Produced by Khandaan Podcast
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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit Kyun Ki — Priyadarshan’s 2005 “romantic tragedy” starring Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Jackie Shroff and Om Puri — and try to figure out what on earth happened …
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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit Kyun Ki — Priyadarshan’s 2005 “romantic tragedy” starring Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Jackie Shroff and Om Puri — and try to figure out what on earth happened. Is this a misunderstood melodrama? A chaotic remake experiment? Or peak mid-2000s Bollywood madness? From mental asylum tropes and questionable Rorschach tests to lobotomies, disco flashbacks, and one very tragic swimming pool, we unpack the film’s wild tonal swings and that infamous ending. Expect the usual Khandaan mix of nostalgia, sharp side-eyes, soundtrack detours (hello Kunal Ganjawala), and a deep dive into Salman’s mid-2000s era — plus a comparison to the original Malayalam version that Asim heroically watched for research.
Referenced in this episode:
• Salman Khan press conference clip: https://youtu.be/PSRteZ3LW3o?si=SA4hyjWfCy6FPGU-
• Rediff article discussed: https://im.rediff.com/movies/2005/oct/31khan.htm⏱️ 3. Optional Timestamps / Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups & Salman’s chaotic era
05:10 – What even is Kyun Ki? Plot breakdown
20:30 – Mental health, masala-fication & Priyadarshan remakes
33:45 – The ending (yes, we spoil it)
44:00 – Patreon picks & what’s next👥 4. Credits
Hosted by Asim | Amrita | Sujoy
Produced by Khandaan Podcast
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Bollywood, Hindi films, Indian cinema, pop culture, Khandaan Podcast, Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Priyadarshan, movie review
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