Episodes
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S3 Ep3: Indian Streaming: Reality TV, FOMO Culture and Sustaining Quality - Part 2 (Clubhouse Live Show)
In part 2, host Aditya Pisharody and the panel continue to discuss the OTT streaming space - including their favourite underrated YouTube gems, and why it's so hard for Indian shows to sustain quality over multiple seasons or episodes. The heart of this episode though is an impassioned debate…
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S3 Ep2: The best and worst of Indian streaming platforms - Part 1 (Clubhouse Live Show)
In part 1, Aditya and the panel discuss some of their favourite shows streaming on OTT platforms - both good and bad. From the obvious choices in Sacred Games to Made in Heaven, to the pioneering classics of Permanent Roommates and Pitchers - via some hidden gems like Better Life Foundation…
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S3 Ep1: Most Underrated Bollywood Films (Clubhouse Live Show)
As part of Bollywood Weekly's revamped live format on Clubhouse, host Aditya Pisharody got the whole gang together - with podcast regulars and new faces - to discuss the most underrated Bollywood films. From big budget disasters like Bombay Velvet, hidden gems like Waiting, and some surprisingly...
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S2 Ep24: (Announcement) Bollywood Weekly Live broadcast on Clubhouse! Sunday 21 Feb, 7:30pm IST
Bollywood Weekly is now on Clubhouse! We will be broadcasting a special live session on Sunday Feb 21st, 730pm IST / 10pm SGT / 9am EST - to discuss our favourite cringe Bollywood movies that are "so bad they're good". May be the first of many :) More regular episodes on the way too...watch this...
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S2 Ep23: Paatal Lok
Host Aditya Pisharody and Satyen Rao descend into the depths of Paatal Lok...and come out the other side immensely satisfied. A slick, intense, gripping crime thriller that is possibly the best show yet out of India's growing OTT boom.
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S2 Ep22: Song remakes, Sidharth Malhotra's career choices, and more (NYC Lockdown Reunion special - Part 2)
Host Aditya Pisharody is joined by Shaaz and Mansha to discuss the AR Rahman 'Masakali' remake controversy, and the whole advent of remakes in general. The panel also discusses how content will evolve in the digital age with new OTT players and other disruptions.
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S2 Ep21: Luka Chuppi (NYC Lockdown Reunion special - Part 1)
(Part 1 of 2) Host Aditya Pisharody is joined by pod veterans Shaaz and Mansha - as they take their mind off lockdowns and coronavirus by watching Luka Chuppi.
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S2 Ep20: WAR ya Pyaar?
Is Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff's WAR actually an ode to love? Host Aditya Pisharody is joined by Satyen and Devika to de-construct the undeniable sexual tension between the two male leads in WAR. With the help of well-executed action sequences and Abbas-Mustan level plot twists, the biggest…
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S2 Ep19: Om Shanti Om (Classics Special) | BW One-Take
Why Om Shanti Om is the perfect thing to watch while in self-quarantine - entertaining, nostalgic and possibly even more relevant today than when it released. Host Aditya Pisharody explains why the film is ahead of its time, and possibly doesn't get the dues it deserve.
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S2 Ep18: Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota | BW One-Take
Part 1 - we address our sporadic publishing schedule, and present our plan to make things *a little bit* better by launching a new format. Part 2 - the glorious surprise that is Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota, and why Radhika Madan is the best thing...
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S2 Ep17: Housefull 4
Aditya Pisharody and Satyen Rao re-live the scarcely believable scenes of Housefull 4 - as Satyen tries (in vain) to justify the existence of this film. From casual sexism to continuity errors, amid intense speculation about the existence or lack thereof of the film's script - the Housefull...
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S2 Ep16: The Sky is Pink
Why host Aditya Pisharody thinks that 'The Sky is Pink' is possibly the best film of 2019, despite what the critics will have you believe. A wonderfully well-crafted narrative which manages to stay light-hearted even when dealing with an emotionally draining subject matter.
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S2 Ep15: Kabir Singh: Misogynistic or Misunderstood?
Arjun kare toh theek, Kabir kare toh character dheela hai? Host Aditya Pisharody welcomes back Bharat Misra to discuss why Kabir Singh, despite being a nearly frame-by-frame re-make suffers in comparison to Arjun Reddy - as well as the outrage surrounding the film. Also featuring Bharat's growing...
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S2 Ep14: Zero: SRK's Fading Charm, Static Hair-dos and more (feat. Bharat Misra) | BW Catch-up
Host Aditya Pisharody invites self-confessed SRK fan Bharat Misra to try and make sense of Zero - a frankly puzzling film. Along the way, they discuss SRK's influence on films as a producer, why Katrina Kaif was the best part of the move and speculate why all Bollywood actors have static hair.…
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S2 Ep13: Karwaan | BW Catch-up
Bollywood Weekly receives it's first ever Chinese guest on the show as the pod revisits Karwaan (2018) - and looks back on why it fell short of being a great road trip movie. Plus a look ahead to Bharat, Article 15 and the extreme hypocrisy of Kabir Singh. Also maybe the first ever analysis of...
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S2 Ep12: Kalank
A movie that tried to do so much that it didn't do anything - we run the rule over 'Kalank', a 90s SRK film by Dharma masquerading as a wannabe SLB epic.
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S2 Ep11: Badla: The Mystery of Tony Luke
This week, the pod ponders the mysteries of Bollywood - specifically why the makers of Badla chose to abandon a solid whodunnit and go full 'Race' mode with their plot twists? Other fun topics include Delhi Crime, Delhi accents, and the Kalank time warp. Also, we have a completely unbiased,...
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S2 Ep10: Gully Boy and the rise of Indian rap
On this week's show, we discuss why Gully Boy affirms Zoya Akhtar's status as the most talented filmmaker in Bollywood currently - as well as Ranveer Singh's increasingly diverse acting portfolio. Other topics we touch upon include the rise of India's rap scene and the challenges they face, key...
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S2 Ep9: Accidental PM, Uri and Bollywood propaganda
The podcast is back! We discuss the 2 first releases of the year, Accidental PM and Uri - two movies with the same large objective but opposite in every other way. We talk about why Uri was so great and why Accidental PM was effectively a 2 hour SNL episode - and of course talk about the big...
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S2 Ep8: Sui Dhaaga
Why Sui Dhaaga grows on you as you keep watching, and could have been a much better film with a tighter first half. Also, we discuss 'Thugs of Hindostan' blatantly ripping off Pirates, and Ayushmann Khurana's box office prowess.
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S2 Ep7: Stree in high Spirits
Why Stree is a triumph of matching good, progressive content with wholesome entertainment - powered by brilliant dialogues and the enduring class of Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi and Aparshakti Khurana. We also discuss why Andha Dhun is the best trailer of the last decade, and the Sidharth...
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S2 Ep6: Gold (not Tamba) with a hint of Saffron
Gold is a simplistic movie of cliches - but it's a good watch. Strong performances and a beautifully nuanced treatment of India-Pakistan relations do enough to cover up the flaws and cringe-worthy moments that occasionally find their way into the script.
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S2 Ep5: Dhadak but no heartbeat: a poor imitation of Sairat
Was there really any point in re-making Sairat? Dhadak adds a whole lot of glamour, but completely sucks out all the emotion of the original Sairat. On this episode, BW host Aditya is joined by podcast debutant Ishana Rai Setha to dissect all the numerous failings of Dhadak and where it falls…
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S2 Ep4: Sanju: Picture ya Progaganda?
Is 'Sanju' simply the untold, inside story of a complicated life of regret and bad choices? Or is it a problematic and dangerous whitewashing of an irresponsible person turned into a hero? On this week's podcast, we go in-depth into addressing this polarising biopic of Sanjay Dutt's life. Oh, and...
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S2 Ep3: Lust Stories, Netflix's long game and the wasted potential of Race 3
On this week's episode: 1. Why Lust Stories - despite it's clickbait title - is more just about human relationships, love and affection. Karan Johar and Zoya Akhtar shine, but Anurag Kashyap disappoints. 2. A brief overview (read: unpopular opinion)of Race 3: the plot twists alone make it a…
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S2 Ep2: Kaala, Nana Patekar's dialoguebaazi and the sub-humanness of Jhanvi Kapoor
Why Kaala is a must-watch - in any language - and how Pa. Ranjith successfully manages to make 2 films co-exist in one: a typical Rajnikanth potboiler alongside gripping political commentary. Also, we discuss the reaction to the trailer of 'Dhadak' and why people are just so outraged about it.
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S2 Ep1: Veere Di Wedding, Bhavesh Joshi and the biggest beneficiary of Race 3
DISCLAIMER: This episode contains SPOILERS! But it's still worth listening to because if you haven't seen these films yet, you aren't going to watch them. Part 0 (0:00) - Welcome to Season 2! Part 1 (3:10) - Why Veere di Wedding is a terrible film, despite all the plaudits and success it's been...
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S1 Ep84: Padman, Padmaavat and apologies
Nearly 1 month ago, our host Aditya sat down with regular panelist Satyen to discuss the joys of Padman (minus Sonam Kapoor), the frustratingly nonsensical Padmaavat, and the mildly amusing inconsistencies of Tiger Zinda Hai - which is more than what can be said of this episode.
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S1 Ep83: Tumhari Sulu, Padmavati debacle, and the futility of Indian award shows
Ashwin Chhabria drops by for a wide-ranging chat featuring: Why the simplicity of Tumhari Sulu, and Vidya Balan's sheer force of will, powers this film through despite some questionable narrative choices. The farce that Indian award shows are, particularly illustrated by the Zee Cine Awards who...
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S1 Ep82: Ittefaq, and the art of the Whodunnit
Bollywood Weekly is back from hiatus, and we have an action-packed episode. 1) Why Ittefaq is a solid detective story, held aloft by Akshaye Khanna but let down by the mediocrity of those surrounding him. 2) A wide-ranging discussions on our favourite detective stories, Indian whodunnit films…
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S1 Ep81: Secret Superstar, MAMI Round-up and 'Family Entertainment'
Why Secret Superstar may just be the best film of 2017 as Zaira Wasim's powerhouse performance is ably supported by Aamir Khan and the rest. A round-up of this year's MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, with special focus on Shlok Sharma's 'Zoo' - shot entirely on an iPhone. Golmaal Again is the highest...
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S1 Ep80: Anupama Chopra on MAMI, Independent Cinema and 2017's biggest disappointment
On a special edition of Bollywood Weekly, we catch up with Anupama Chopra - renowned film critic and festival director at the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival - as she gets candid about her journey with MAMI, why festivals are important for independent filmmakers and how MAMI aims to provide something…
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S1 Ep79: Newton, Democracy and the art of film-making
Why Newton is a fiercely patriotic film that should be made tax-free. We discuss a wide-ranging array of topics from Rajkummar Rao and Pankaj Tripathi's perfect portrayals, the hidden meanings and symbolism behind different scenes, and why Newton stands out from other so-called 'indie films'....
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S1 Ep78: Shubh Mangal Savdhan
An inconsistent, but ultimately enjoyable affair, 'Shubh Mangal Savdhan' will definitely get you up and running. Underpinned by fantastic performances from Ayushmann, Bhumi Pednekar and the entire supporting cast, who carry the film despite a limp second half. We also look ahead to the Jio MAMI...
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S1 Ep77: | Lipstick Under My Burkha | BW Catch-up
Why Lipstick Under My Burkha, despite its numerous flaws, had enough going for it to be a significant film. This is the first in a new Bollywood Weekly episode format - where we provide a catch-up episode of a movie that released in the last few months that we were not able to cover on the…
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S1 Ep76: Bareilly ki Barfi's sweetness, Saif's acting ability, and a heartfelt plea to watch 'Newton'
The pod is back, and this week we celebrate the sweetness and simplicity of Bareilly ki Barfi, held aloft by acting masterclasses from Rajkummar Rao and Pankaj Tripathi. We also discuss that pair's upcoming film Newton, and why it is important that we take the time to go watch it. That's part of...
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S1 Ep75: Toilet: Ek Problematic (but Important) Katha
1) Toilet: Ek Prem Katha is problematic in so many ways, most significantly reinforcing stalking and male privilege in a film about empowering women and giving them basic rights. 2) Despite this, the main crux of the movie - toilets and lack thereof - is addressed and delivered effectively. Bhumi...
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S1 Ep74: Jab Harry Met Sejal
Why Harry Met Sejal...is not a question we have an answer to - and to be honest we wish they didn't. For the first time, Imtiaz Ali has let us down. In the absence of any plot line, SRK and Anushka are forced to recycle previous roles and the result can only be described as a strange, mediocre...
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S1 Ep73: Jagga Jasoos, IIFA Debacles and Mandira Bedi
Why Jagga Jasoos should be applauded for its vision and technical brilliance, despite faltering and losing its way in the 2nd half. In defence of Katrina Kaif, who - accent apart - delivers a career-best turn across the always brilliant Ranbir An in-depth look at Anurag Basu's many sources of...
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S1 Ep72: Tubelight, and the hypocrisy of Indian audiences
1) Why Tubelight, contrary to critics and popular opinion, is actually a well-made film - let down solely by the insufferable presence of Salman Khan 2) In praise of Kabir Khan, who always tries to portray important messages of faith even in commercial masala entertainers 3) Why Indian…
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S1 Ep71: Bank Chor, and the omnipresence of Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Why Bank Chor was nothing more than an extended series of Whatsapp jokes brought to life Trailer round-up where Nawazuddin is in everything - from Munna Michael to Babumoshai Bandookbaaz to MOM. Other trailers including Daddy and Toilet - Ek Prem Katha Reaction to the title of Imtiaz Ali's next...
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S1 Ep70: Raabta
On this week's show - we discuss why Raabta is possibly the worst movie of 2017, and wonder how otherwise competent writers could create something so bad. Also on this show - trailer round-up featuring Mubarakan, Baadshaho and Haseena Parkar, how Anees Bazmee's titles his movies, confusion on...
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S1 Ep69: Half Girlfriend, Hindi Medium, song remakes and more
Everything that went wrong with Mohit Suri's Half Girlfriend, from fake British accents to CGI Bill Gates - but why the hate towards it has been unjustified. Why Hindi Medium on the other hand is a great watch - funny and with a social message. Do song remakes really work? Suit Suit and Main Tera...
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S1 Ep68: Sarkar 3
Why Sarkar 3 should be the last film Ram Gopal Verma makes in a long, long time; as well as our look ahead to Sachin: A Billion Dreams and the Simran controversy. #bollywood #bollywoodweekly #podcast #film #movie #moviereview #comment #comedy #sarkar3 #rvg #amitabh #AmitabhBachchan #ManojBajpai...
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S1 Ep67: Meri Pyaari Bindu
Why Meri Pyaari Bindu was probably better off as a short film, but still has enough moments to make it worth watching. Plus, we discuss Maneesh Sharma's views on marriage, debate whether there is any logic to the song '440 Volt' from Sultan, and review the latest trailers. #Bollywood...
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S1 Ep66: Baahubali 2
Our breakdown and analysis of how Baahubali 2 destroyed every box office record there is, plus trailer round-up featuring Raabta, Half Girlfriend, Meri Pyaari Bindu, Hindi Medium, and more! #baahubali #rajamouli #prabhas #rana #dagubatti #anushka #shetty #ramya #krishnan #dharma #bollywood…
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(Rebroadcast) Episode 37 - Sultan
Bollywood Weekly - Podcast #37 How can we describe Sultan? By Salman standards - it was better than usual. By normal standards - it was Salman. Full review - plus how Bhai became Bhai, and the case for and against Bhai-cott. #salman #bhai #sultan #anushka
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S1 Ep65: Naam Shabana
Why Neeraj Pandey's Naam Shabana is badly let down by the quality of it's writing, which leaves it mired in mediocrity. Plus lots of other fun stuff such as the return of Sridevi and Raveena Tandon, and a Mexican remake for 3 Idiots .
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S1 Ep64: Phillauri, Machine and Lucky Ali
On this week's episode we cover a wide range of topics including a first-hand account of Abbas-Mustan's Machine, why Phillauri was entertaining and dragged on for too long, and a spot of reminiscing about some of Bollywood's forgotten singers like Sonu Nigam, Lucky Ali and more. Guests: Ashwin...
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(Re-broadcast) Episode 55 - Befikre
Why Ranveer Singh's energy is not enough to save Adi Chopra's latest - despite some fun moments, seems like the writers were too #Befikre to create any compelling chemistry or intrigue.\ #befikre #yrk #yashraj #ranveer singh #vaani kapoor #france #raees #srk
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