Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast

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This 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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This 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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Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast is a weekly show where Asim, Amrita and Sujoy discuss Bollywood, Hindi cinema and Indian pop culture—from new releases and forgotten classics to streaming shows, industry news and everything in between.

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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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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

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📝 Show Notes

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

Hosted by Asim Burney, Amrita, and Sujoy

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