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Satya (transl. Truth) is a 1998 Indian Hindi-language gangster action crime film, produced and directed by Ram Gopal Varma; written by Saurabh Shukla and Anurag Kashyap. It stars J. D. Chakravarthy, Urmila Matondkar, Manoj Bajpayee, Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Shrivastava and Paresh Rawal in lead roles. (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on the player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
- We talk about how Mano Bajpai had to work so hard to break being typecast as Biku Matre
- We talk about all the characters and their motive to join the gang
- We talk about Urmila and her versatility
Quotables:
I would definitely recommend this movie to someone who is not from India, if they like gangster movies - Flo
Before Satya, I didn’t have an opinion on gangster movies - Tanvi
It’s the names, right…like we hadn’t heard these names before - Tanvi
You can easily dissect each and every details in the movie, I don’t even know what to begin with - Flo
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Love is a 1991 Indian Hindi-language romance film directed by Suresh Krissna, starring Salman Khan and Revathi. It is the remake of the Telugu film Prema (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on the player below. Podcast Episode Summary:
-We talk about 90s Salman (of course) and Revathy and Salman’s chemistry
- We talk about all the scenes which brought so much relatability and down-to-earthness
- We talk about all different meet-cutes in this movie
Quotables:
Have you see 1991-Love-Salman’s face. It’s perfection - Flo
The songs have stayed with me for 30 years now -Tanvi
I was only looking at her face, not her clothes, not her shows, but only her face- Tanvi
I was a playful love story as well as a serious love story where they were invested in their careers - Flo
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Yes Boss is a 1997 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Aziz Mirza starring Aditya Pancholi, Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla. (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on the player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
-We discuss how the main characters were not written well and the supporting characters were pretty well written
- We talk about how they had to justify a character’s life ambitions
- We talk about Juhi’s clothes and hair, of course!
- We talk about Kashmira Shah’s character
Quotables:
Juhi’s character was not consistent at all - Flo
Unfortunately , I have seen his movies - Tanvi
Kashmira Shah’s character was written well - Flo
Her clothes are cut and fit her to the T -Tanvi
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Judwaa (transl. Twins) is a 1997 Indian Hindi-language action comedy film, directed by David Dhawan, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and starring Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor and Rambha with Kader Khan, Dalip Tahil, Shakti Kapoor, Deepak Shirke, Anupam Kher, Satish Shah and Mukesh Rishi in supporting roles. (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on the player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
- The Salman that actually made an effort to act and dance
- We discuss the Salman vs Salman scenes
- We talk about what David Dhawan could have done better :p
Quotables:
I realized that I hadn’t watched this movie at all and was pretty excited - Flo
This is the beginning of Salman that I don’t like -Flo
Salma trolling Salman was fun - Tanvi
Karishma was the best part about the movie - Tanvi
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Judaai (lit. 'Separation') is a 1997 Indian melodrama comedy film directed by Raj Kanwar. It stars Anil Kapoor, Sridevi and Urmila Matondkar. Kader Khan, Farida Jalal, Johnny Lever, Paresh Rawal, Upasana Singh and Saeed Jaffrey feature in supporting roles. (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below. Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about the middle class portrayal
We talk about how real the dialogues were between husband and wife while they argue
We talk about how inspite of the outrageous plot and story, the movie brought in so much realness
Quotables:
At that time, it felt like a Sridevi movie, but now it feels like it was an equal movie from all perspectives - Tanvi
She can be glamorous when she wants to be and she can be this relatable middle class woman when she wants to be - Flo
Her laugh was as good as her tears - Tanvi
She is as cute as a button - Flo
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On this episode, we talk about Ishq (transl. Sometimes yes, Sometimes no) is a 1994 Hindi-language Indian coming-of-age romantic comedy film directed by Kundan Shah, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Suchitra Krishnamurthy, Deepak Tijori and Naseeruddin Shah. (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about how the director turns stereotypical situations on its head
We talk about the cuteness of the entire case and the amazing "cute" choreography
We talk about a sequel to ISHQ and if anybody would be interested in our storyline for one
Quotables:
Juhi walks in like a hero - Flo
The essence of Juhi’s character arc did not change - Tanvi
Ajay plays to his strength - Tanvi
“Cute” is the word I keep getting a lot when I watch this movie - Flo
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On this episode, we talk about Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (transl. Sometimes yes, Sometimes no) is a 1994 Hindi-language Indian coming-of-age romantic comedy film directed by Kundan Shah, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Suchitra Krishnamurthy, Deepak Tijori and Naseeruddin Shah. (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about Sharukh's bike and Tux scenes in all his movies (Yes! )
We talk about Naseeruddin Shah and how he needs to get more roles in comedy
We talk about non-wannabe 90s
Quotables:
This is my favorite Sharukh movie - Tanvi
They are not trying too hard..I think that’s one of the main appeal here - Flo
Small towns are places that are not big cities ;) - Flo
Sunil has my heart - Tanvi
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On this episode, we talk about Darr (transl. Fear), an Indian romantic psychological thriller film directed by Yash Chopra through the studio Yash Raj Films. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Sunny Deol, with Anupam Kher, Tanvi Azmi and Dalip Tahil in supporting roles.(Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about Juhi, again!
We wonder if Sunny Deol's character would have been spoken about more, if it were to release in 2021
We talk about desi men picking up fights abroad !?!
Quotables:
My go-to playlist, if I don’t know what to listen to, is Sharukh’s filmography - Tanvi
She dresses like a girl next door - Flo
Her fear is shown so real - Flo
The relationship of Anupam Kher’s character with his wife, sister and sister’s boyfriend is all so wholesome, healthy and wonderful - Tanvi
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On this episode, we talk about Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, is a 1992 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Aziz Mirza starring Shahrukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Nana Patekar and Amrita Singh.(Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about Amrita Singh's screen presence
We dig deep into Sharukh Khan and his image and how much w miss seeing him on screen
We talk about Juhi's acting prowess and the innocence she brings on screen
Quotables:
I am a big Sharukh Khan fan…but not in the true sense of the word - Flo
I was crushing on her the whole time - Tanvi
I think everyone around him failed him.. it is not like he failed us - Tanvi
This movie brought back my innocence - Flo
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On this very first episode of this season, we talk about Lamhe. Lamhe (lit. Moments) is a 1991 Indian musical romantic drama film directed by Yash Chopra and written by Honey Irani, with Rahi Masoom Raza. The film stars Sridevi and Anil Kapoor in the lead roles, along with Waheeda Rehman and Anupam Kher in pivotal supporting roles. (Source: Wikipedia).You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube.
Podcast Summary:We talk about positive body image in the 80s
We talk about how professional identity may not be a bad idea
We talk about the legend that is Sridevi (of course!) and more
Quotables:
The light just shines through her and she is luminous -Tanvi
Please revoke my movie Wala podcast card- Flo
His understated performance is really understated - Tanvi
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We are back (kinda, sorta ;)) with Season 7, and we are talking about 5 feel-good movies. Feel-good movies, because who has the energy to sit through movies that we don't enjoy but we are forced to watch for the podcast, right? Join us on this small(ish) trip down the memory lane?
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Here’s a preview of our new podcast. Our very first season begins with us discussing our Top 10 Quintessential Hindi movies aka Bollywood movies. Join us as we talk about our favourite scenes, songs, some gossip and what makes these movies quintessential - Served with a side of nostalgia.
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On this episode, we talk about Hum. Hum (transl. We) is a 1991 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bollywood_films_of_1991) Indian Hindi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindi) -language action (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Action_film) crime film (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crime_film) directed by Mukul S. Anand (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mukul_S._Anand) . It stars Amitabh Bachchan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amitabh_Bachchan) , Rajinikanth (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajinikanth) , Govinda (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Govinda_(actor)) , Kimi Katkar (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimi_Katkar) , Deepa Sahi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepa_Sahi) , Shilpa Shirodkar (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shilpa_Shirodkar) , Danny Denzongpa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Denzongpa) , Anupam Kher (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anupam_Kher) and Kader Khan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kader_Khan) . (Source: Wikipedia). A wealthy and cruel businessman and lord over a dockyard is making slaves out of all his workers. Three brothers (Amitabh Bachchan, Rajnikanth and Govinda) with a troubled past decides to fight against his injustice.You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about how moms were portrayed in Indian movies
We talk about the gorgeous Kimi Katkar
We talk about the perfect casting of these three
Quotables:
Hum is far far better than Agneepath - Tanvi
She reminded me of 80s Brooke shields - Flo
This is the right dose of Govinda I can take - Tanvi
These three people made Hum - Flo -
Our twitter friend, Sujoy of The Khaandaan Podcast, joins us today as we talk about Agneepath. Agneepath (English: The Path of Fire) is a 1990 Indian action-drama film[2] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agneepath_(1990_film)#cite_note-2) [3] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agneepath_(1990_film)#cite_note-3) directed by Mukul Anand (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mukul_Anand) . It stars Amitabh Bachchan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amitabh_Bachchan) as the protagonist Vijay Deenanath Chauhan along with Mithun Chakraborty (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mithun_Chakraborty) , Madhavi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madhavi_(actress)) , Neelam Kothari (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neelam_Kothari) , Rohini Hattangadi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohini_Hattangadi) and Danny Denzongpa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Denzongpa) as the antagonist Kancha Cheena (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kancha_Cheena) . (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about Amitabh's voice in this movie
We talk about how women were badly represented in this movie
We talk about how much a character's name plays a role in a movie
Quotables:
This was a big passion project for Dharma - Sujoy
It was like a bad Marlon Brando hangover - Tanvi
The background score in some the scenes were really nice - Flo -
Our twitter friend, Shah Shahid of The Splitscreen Podcast, joins us today as we talk about Mard. Mard (English: Man) is a 1985 Hindi action film, starring Amitabh Bachchan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amitabh_Bachchan) and Amrita Singh (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amrita_Singh) and directed by Manmohan Desai (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manmohan_Desai) . It is the early 20th century when India remains part of the British empire. The story is about Raju (Amitabh Bachhan) , who follows in his father, Raja Azad Singh's footsteps and his fight against the British.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about the costumes and our confusion with the time period it was set in
We talk about how there were numerous villains and parallel stories going on
We talk about all of Manmohan Desai' previous movie references that were thrown in this movie
Quotables:
The outfits and the time period just did not match - Flo
These costumes looked like Mogambo rejects - Shah
After all these stellar performances, this was a disappointment - Tanvi -
Sharaabi (English: Alcoholic) is a 1984 Indian Hindi comedy drama film produced and directed by Prakash Mehra. A workaholic businessman (Pran) neglects his only son after his wife's death. The son (Amitabh Bachchan) grows up to be a rebellious alcoholic. You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about Amitabh's drunk swag
We talk about how everyone, from the director to the actors, brought in their A game
We talk about how not all popular cinema is "leave your brains at home" cinema
Quotables:
This is my most favourite movie of Amitabh - Tanvi
I am all for sacrificial mothers, but it was kind of nice to see this relationship between a father and a son - Flo
You can actually see that is work improved - Tanvi
He makes the vices look so good - Flo -
Coolie (lit. Porter) is a 1983 Indian Hindi action comedy film, directed by Manmohan Desai and written by Kader Khan. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amitabh_Bachchan) as Iqbal Aslam Khan, a railway coolie, with supporting roles played by Rishi Kapoor (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rishi_Kapoor) , Rati Agnihotri (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rati_Agnihotri) , Kader Khan, Waheeda Rehman (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waheeda_Rehman) , Suresh Oberoi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suresh_Oberoi) and Puneet Issar (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puneet_Issar) . (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about spunky heroines
Of course, we talk about THE accident
We talk about running ;)
Quotables:
When Manmoha Desai does it with conviction, coolie happens, and when he doesn't do it with conviction, Suhaag happens - Tanvi
This is the school of cinema I subscribe to - Tanvi
This movie has a place in history not just because of the accident but.. - Flo -
Satte Pe Satta (lit. Seven on Seven) is a 1982 Hindi action comedy film, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini. Joining us on this episode is out Twitter friend, Sam.The eldest of seven brothers, who run a family farm together, marries a pretty nurse, inspiring his country-bumpkin siblings to follow his example. (Source: IMDb). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about body image as shown in 80s movies
We talk about all the brothers and their casting
Quotables:
I wanted a beach holiday - Flo
You need all of them for the movie to be what it became - Tanvi
Even Shakti Kapoor looks bearable -Flo
He hasn't been bad in even one movie - Tanvi -
Joining us on this episode is out Twitter friend, Sam, as we discuss Namak Halaal. Namak Halaal (English: Loyal Servant) is a 1982 Indian action-comedy masala film, directed by Prakash Mehra and written by Kader Khan, with music by Bappi Lahiri and lyrics by Anjaan. Brought up by his grandfather, Arjun Singh moves to the city in search of a new job and life. While in the city he meets Bhairon who helps him find a job as a singer in a 5-star hotel owned by Raja. (Source: IMDb). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about ageism and how women actors had a shelf life
We talk about the contrast styling of Smita Patil and Parveen Bhabhi
We talk about Amitabh's mastery over hindi and if that added to his popularity
Quotables:
She is just owning the screen - Tanvi
The attention to details that they have done with the saree is immaculate - Sam
They both own that space at the terrace party - Flo -
Laawaris (transl. Orphan) is an 1981 Indian drama film directed by Prakash Mehra. Laawaris is a story of an orphan Heera, played by Amitabh Bachchan who is disowned by his father (Amjad Khan) before birth and the struggles he goes through to establish his legitimacy in society (Source: Wikipedia). You can listen and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes / Stitcher / TuneIn or on YouTube. You can also listen to this episode right here on this player below.
Podcast Episode Summary:
We talk about Amitabh's baritone and how he uses it effectively
We talk about Suresh Oberoi ;)
We talk about how different Kader Khan's writing is in this movie
Quotables:
People still love him and he deserves everything he has - Flo
Masala movies need to be made with conviction - Tanvi
Zeenat's acting has actually improved in this movie - Flo - Mostra di più
