The Superman Scene That Broke Us— w/ Dinesh Thyagarajan (Malik "Mali" Ali) | LIF #33

This week, we’re joined by Dinesh Thyagarajan, the rising star who plays Malik "Mali" Ali in James Gunn’s Superman. In one of the most talked-about films of the year, Dinesh brings depth and authenticity to a pivotal character in a story that reimagines the DC universe.In this episode, Dinesh opens up about his journey from growing up in South India to landing a breakout role in a Hollywood blockbuster. He walks us through the emotional highs and lows of his acting path, shares behind-the-scenes stories from set, and reflects on the impact of working with a visionary like Gunn. From the grind of auditions to the magic of performance, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone who loves cinema or dreams of breaking into the industry.If you enjoyed the episode and want to see more like this, you can support us directly by becoming a Patreon member:👉 patreon.com/LoveitFilmThe perks:🔹 Shoutouts at the end of every podcastHost: Jamie LovettProducers: Chris Lovett & Jamie LovettFounder: Chris LovettCamera Operator: Carl LovettVideo Editor: Carl LovettSound: Carl LovettLighting & Grip: Carl LovettSelect background content in this video was sourced from IMDB, Google Images, and other databases including movie posters, set photos and screenshots. These are the property and creation of the studios and respective creators/owners.All other content in this video, including but not limited to audio, video, graphics, logos, and text, is the intellectual property of Love it Film and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of this content without express written permission is strictly prohibited.© 2025 Love it Film. All rights reserved.