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In this episode of the podcast we talk about Ramesh Sippy's iconic film Sholay. It was a throughly enjoyable experience conversing about this film as it is an extremely special film for us and it keeps aging brilliantly even fifty years after it's release.It is also a film which has given Hindi film fans some of the most unforgettable characters and dialogues. Amjad Khan's avatar of Gabbar Singh...

In the latest episode we talk about Shekhar Kapoor's 1983 classic Masoom. This was his debut film and he has delivered a timeless masterpiece. The central figures in the film are Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi and a young Jugal Hansraj. Masoom evokes the same emotion and introspection on every rewatch. Both Saahil and Saqib feel it is only natural to discuss this film with some deserved tight...

We have started creating episodes again! Our first episode after this hiatus focusses on one of our favorite larger than life filmi characters - Vijay Deenanath Chauhan! Mukul Anand's 1990 crime revenge saga - Agneepath, marked the return of Amitabh Bachchan as Vijay and this character takes us down the memory lane of similar characters from his glorious past. Saahil is convinced that this...

The podcast is back after a five month hiatus. We break the silence with Shyam Benegal's 1981 masterpiece Kalyug. Kalyug is a loose adaptation of ancient Indian epic Mahabharat. Film was seen as a bit ahead of its times in 1981 the year of its release as it brought together a film maker like Bengal who is seen as pioneer of parallel Hindi cinema and modern day film stars like Shashi Kapoor, Rekha...

In the new episode of the podcast we look back at RK films 1956 classic Jagte Raho - starring Raj Kapoor, Moti Lal, Iftikhar and Pradeep Kumar. in prominent roles. It is a film which we both(Saahil and Saqib) feel deserves to be in all lists that cover great hindi films. By some definition it is also film noir and by most definitions it is a social commentary of a very young nation. The story...

In the 11th episode of the podcast we discuss one of our absolute favorite films - Omkara. Joining us to do the honors is good friend Professor Kandarp Mehta. Mehta has studied motion pictures as part of his schooling and brings in a qualified take on films as well as literature. This episode is a bit longer but for good reason - as all three of us had a lot to say about Bharadwaj's homage to...

In the 10th episode of the podcast we look back at one of the ground breaking performances of Shah Rukh Khan's illustrious career - Darr. The film also starred Sunny Deol, Juhi Chawla and Anupam Kher in important roles. Saahil and Saqib are both very fond of Darr and discuss many aspects of the film in this episode - including its timelessness.This film also provokes a more open dialogue on...

In the latest episode of the podcast we look back at Zoya Akhtar's directorial debut film - Luck by Chance. This film is a personal favorite for both Saahil and Saqib. We believe this film is a masterclass on hidden tendencies of filmy people - their conflicts, insecurities, life lessons and best practices. We explore our favorite moments, grey characters and most impactful scenes of this great...

In the first episode of the new year we have taken a break from the normal format of this podcast as we host filmmaker Robby Grewal. Grewal is an ace ad film maker who has also directed four hindi feature films. Grewal is an established name in the world of ad films where he has received many accolades and notable international awards such as the Cannes.His first hindi language film was the crime...

In the latest episode of the podcast we look back at John Matthew Mathan's 1999 classic - Sarfarosh. This film is one of the most quotable hindi films of the last 25 years in terms of fans reciting the lines spoken by lead actor Aamir Khan and other cast members.Like most of our choices this film not only stands the test of time but it is also a first of a kind film which highlights the police...