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Love of CinemaEpisode 82: Suparn VarmaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Suparn S Varma is here! A true-blue film nut turned film journalist turned film critic turned filmmaker. We chopped it up about everything from Feroz Khan and Mukul Anand to Weapons and Sinners, and from Karam and Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena to Manoj Bajpayee and Haq.If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu...
2025-12-041h 15
Love of CinemaEpisode 81: Shiva - with Ram Gopal VarmaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Ram Gopal Varma's Shiva (1989) is a tremendous action drama. Everybody from Ashutosh Gowariker to S. S. Rajamouli to Anurag Kashyap to Sandeep Reddy Vanga count Shiva among their personal favorites. RGV is back on the pod for a deep dive of his stunning debut film. If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@l...
2025-10-271h 01
Love of CinemaEpisode 80: Omkara - with Jamie AlterHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Omkara, Vishal Bhardwaj's critically acclaimed adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello, is unarguably one of the best Hindi film adaptations of all-time. Jamie Alter joins me as we look back on one of our favorite films of last 25 years.If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul...
2025-10-011h 04
Love of CinemaEpisode 79: Raj Khosla - with Amborish RoychoudhuryHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Raj Khosla, one of the absolute greats, made films across genres. His films were often marked by outstanding music, well-written women characters, and self-referential nods. National Award-winning writer Amborish Roychoudhury has written a fantastic new biography of the man. I was delighted to host Amborish on the pod, for the second time, to take a closer look at Khosla and his films. Join us!Amazon link for Amborish's book: https://www.amazon.in/Raj-Khosla-Authorized-Amborish-Roychoudhury/dp/9357317708/f you enjoy the...
2025-09-041h 44
Love of CinemaEpisode 78: Sholay Restoration - with Shivendra Singh DungarpurHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sholay turns 50 this year! Film Heritage Foundation's Shivendra Singh Dungarpur is here to talk about the film that over the years, as he puts it, has become part of our consciousness. We fanboyed over Sholay and talked about his foundation's years-long effort to restore the Ramesh Sippy classic to the director's original vision. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.com
2025-08-1452 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 77: Bhediya - with Niren BhattHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer and co-architect of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, Niren Bhatt, is here for a deep dive of Bhediya! We also talked about writing horror comedies, how our horror comedies differ from the horror comedies in the West, Niren's takeaways from working on a VFX-heavy film, and much more. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:...
2025-08-041h 13
Love of CinemaEpisode 76: Guru Dutt - with Yasser Usman & Alok SharmaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Screenwriter Alok Sharma and author Yasser Usman are here for a freewheeling discussion on Guru Dutt and his legacy, as we mark the filmmaker's centenary this month. Join us! Amazon link to Yasser Usman's book on Guru Dutt: https://www.amazon.com/Guru-Dutt-Unfinished-Yasser-Usman/dp/9386797887If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu J...
2025-07-081h 36
Love of CinemaEpisode 75: Vikram Vedha - with Pushkar & GayatriHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer-director duo Pushkar and Gayatri are here for a deep dive of their compelling action thriller, Vikram Vedha. They talked about both Tamil and Hindi versions of the film and shared fascinating insights and interesting stories behind the two films. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor...
2025-06-131h 52
Love of CinemaEpisode 74: ChaalBaaz - with Pankuj ParasharHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Director Pankuj Parashar joins us as we focus on Sridevi's most popular film, ChaalBaaz (1989). Stories, memories and more!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love of Cinema 2025Support the showIf y...
2025-05-231h 03
Love of CinemaEpisode 73: Paatal Lok S2 - with Sudip SharmaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Showrunner Sudip Sharma joins us for a probing discussion on the excellent second season of Amazon's hit crime thriller, Paatal Lok. And yes, I also got a chance to ask him about Kohrra 2 and why Balbir won't be returning this season.If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika...
2025-04-1053 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 72: Covering Hindi Cinema in 80s and 90s - with Dilip ThakurHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Senior film journalist and author Dilip Thakur joins us to recount memories of covering Hindi cinema in the 80s and the 90s. The excitement of muhurat shots, the glitz of premiere parties, the charm of single screen cinemas, Bachchan media boycott, access to stars, and Mumbai of the old — it's all here. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCr...
2025-03-121h 09
Love of CinemaEpisode 71: Deewaar turns 50 - with Alok, Dipta and ShivaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Deewaar (1975) turns 50 this year. The Bachchan Coolies (Alok Sharma, Diptakirti Chaudhuri and Shiva Krishnamurthy) are back to celebrate the film that proved to be a landmark film not just for Bachchan, Salim-Javed and Yash Chopra but Hindi cinema itself. We discussed how Deewaar is a goldmine of quotable as well as throwaway lines, how Bachchan sensed very early on during the making that this film could be his golden ticket, how the film has loomed large over many films and shows right upto Scam 1992...
2025-01-241h 43
Love of CinemaEpisode 70: Mithun in the 80s - with Avijit GhoshHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Mithun is among the actors who have become an integral part of Indian pop culture. Author Avijit Ghosh joins me as we look back on Mithun's career in the 80s, when he broke through as a star, not just in India but across the globe, including countries as far as Russia and Egypt. Amazon link for all the books authored by Avijit: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09HSKZH5X/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=35a473f4-6be9-44d9...
2024-12-1557 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 69: Aditya Sarpotdar - Part 2Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! The second part of my conversation with Aditya Sarpotdar where we talked about his favorite films and shows, his A R Rahman fandom (including an anecdote which he has never shared publicly until now), and much more!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul...
2024-09-141h 53
Love of CinemaEpisode 68: Aditya Sarpotdar - Part 1Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Aditya Sarpotdar is here! His horror comedy Munjya is one of the biggest hits of 2024 and his next film Vampires of Vijay Nagar is one of the most eagerly anticipated films of 2025. Before making his Hindi debut with Munjya, Aditya made some of the more interesting and refreshing Marathi cinema of recent years, including Narbachi Wadi, Faster Fene, Unaad and the insanely hilarious zombie comedy, Zombivli. Aditya and I chopped it up for almost 4 hours. This is the first part of our...
2024-08-172h 02
Love of CinemaEpisode 67: Dil Dhadakne Do (2015) - with Vanita Kohli-KhandekarHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadakne Do puts the fun in dysfunctional. Vanita Kohli-Khandekar and I revisit the 2015 comedy drama that happens to be one of our favortie films by Zoya. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love o...
2024-07-1754 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 66: Aatish (1994) - with Avneesh, Vikram and SaurabhHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Aatish: Feel the Fire turns 30 this year. Avneesh Prashar, Saurabh Nair, Vikram Bondal and I celebrate Sanjay Gupta's 1994 action drama, a film that all four of us are fond of. Join us as we look back on — the bromance of Baba and Nawab; Gupta's eye for style, music, action and locations; and all other things Aatish! If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.com
2024-06-171h 26
Books & TheoriesHow To Achieve Success With Average Dreams#podcast #motivational #books Order Now: https://amzn.to/4af5WgAHey everyone! Today we're diving into the world of Average Dreams, a captivating book written by Anupma Prakash. Joining us for this podcast discussion is none other than the author herself, Anupama.In Average Dreams, Anupama takes us on a journey through the ups and downs of life, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. The characters are relatable, the storytelling is engaging, and the emotions are raw and real.During our...
2024-06-1343 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 65: Sharaabi (1984) - with Alok, Dipta and ShivaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sharaabi (1984) turns 40 this year. Superfans Alok Sharma, Diptakirti Chaudhuri and Shiva Krishnamurthy join me as we celebrate the Prakash Mehra film that gave us one of Amitabh Bachchan's top performances, Bappi-da's ace soundtrack, and some of the most incisive and clear-eyed dialouge penned by Kader Khan. We talked about everything from the car-o-bar (bar in the car trunk) to the parallels with Animal!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support...
2024-05-161h 40
Love of CinemaEpisode 64: Sapta Sagaradaache Ello, Kavaludaari - with Hemanth M RaoHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Hemanth M Rao joins us to chat about his gripping, noir-ish investigative thriller Kavaludaari and the stirring Sapta Sagaradaache Ello (Side A and Side B). Hemanth also shared his experiences assisting Girish Kasaravalli and co-writing with Sriram Raghavan. Joins us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika Joglekar
2024-04-161h 21
Love of CinemaEpisode 63: Kohrra, Halahal - with Randeep JhaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Randeep Jha joins us for a long chat on his excellent debut feature film Halahal, Netflix's Kohrra, his equally uncompromising short film Kartaa, and Trial by Fire which he co-directed. If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love o...
2024-03-161h 25
Books & TheoriesUnlocking Author Success: Social Media Secrets by Avnika Gupta #books #books#books #podcast #authorbranding About Avnika Gupta : Avnika Gupta is a storyteller and a spoken word poet with a cause who lives by her purpose statement, “Building One Word At A Time.” She has performed at the National Youth Poetry Slam, covered the Jaipur Literature Festival, and written widely for Thought Catalog, Terribly Tiny Tales, and Berlin ArtParasites. She is always telling stories, whether through articles, blogs, poems, or simply narrating funny or embarrassing incidents from her life to her friends.In this enlightening video with Avnika, we delve into the valuable concept of author branding and...
2024-02-1855 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 62: Box Office Roundup - with Akkshay RathieHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! For cinephiles, cinema halls are like places of worship. Following the long and harsh Covid winter, cinema halls had a massive sunny run in 2023 thanks to Pathaan, Gadar 2, Jawan and Animal.Exhibitor and friend of the podcast, Akkshay Rathie joins us for a chat on — the banner year that was 2023 for Hindi cinema, consumption patterns, trends, revival of single screens thanks to Gadar 2 and Jawan, and as Akkshay put it, the "out of syllabus" phenomenon of Animal. Join us!I...
2024-02-161h 11
RamcharitmanasEpisode 24किष्किन्धाकाण्ड रामचरितमानस का सबसे छोटा सोपान है I परन्तु इस का महत्व पूरी रामचरितमानस पढने जितना है I पूरे कांड की व्याख्या एक एपिसोड में समझाने की कोशिश की है I हालांकि कुछ प्रश्न उठते है जिनका निराकरण आगे आने वाले एपिसोड में किया जाएगा क्योकि यह एपिसोड बहुत बड़ा हो गया था I आप पूर्व की भांती अपने सुझाव मुझे मेल पर भेजते रहेगे I रामजी की कृपा आप पर बनी रहे एपिसोड सुन कर आप अपना एक कदम और अध्यात्म की और बढाये जय श्री राम राम भक्तो का सेवकhimanshu.vaastu@gmail.com
2024-02-0930 min
Books & TheoriesSecrets Of Hindu History, Mythology, Gods, And Energies With Vadhan #podcast #booksBuy "Song of Trinity by Vadhan from the below link:https://amzn.to/3SvJ2uTAbout Vadhan: Sai Chandravadhan Bommadevara writes under the pen name of Vadhan. He is an author with four published books. He intends to unravel the Stories, mysteries, poignances and wonders of India, one thriller at a time.While his first book, ‘Shatru, is a prequel to ‘Song of the Trinity, a fantasy series, is a thriller based on the Puranas, Upanishads, and Vedas. His second book, ‘Agniputr, is based on a single stanza...
2024-02-0259 min
Books & TheoriesThriller book recommendations & how to write thrillers Ft. Ajaybir Singh Garkal#podcast #books #reading Order from the below link "The Other Man - Love, Loathing and Murders" : https://amzn.to/3vGd6v3Unravelling Political Intrigue with Ajaybir Singh Garkal Secrets, Scandals, and the Thrill of the Hunt.Buckle up for a high-octane ride into the world of political intrigue with Ajaybir Singh Garkal! In this episode, we dive deep into the mind of a master storyteller who weaves pulse-pounding narratives of power, betrayal, and forbidden love.His latest book: The Other Man...
2024-01-1944 min
Books & TheoriesWhy Content Marketing is Important Ft. Devanshi Sharma#podcast #books #contentcreator What is Content Marketing? Why content marketing is important? The content marketing is about building relationships with your audience through valuable and engaging content. It's a long-term commitment that requires consistent effort, but the rewards of increased brand awareness, website traffic, leads, and customer loyalty make it a worthwhile investment for any business or individual looking to make a lasting impact. An author must use and work on the content for their book marketing. In this Podcast, we will be discussing a Bestselling author/entrepreneur/content marketing expert, the owner of Mithaas...
2024-01-1246 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 61: Raakh (1989) - with Aditya BhattacharyaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Aditya Bhattacharya's Raakh (1989) is a powder keg of a film. The kind of film which you can't stop thinking about for a day or two, every time you watch it. Aditya joins me for almost a 2-hour long chat on his remarkable debut film, the story behind the film, Aamir Khan, and more. Join us! If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.com
2023-12-311h 48
Books & TheoriesChallenges That Women Face Today Ft. Sharika | Women Empowerment#books #podcast #women Buy "Unchain My Heart": https://amzn.to/3TKBw0pWomen empowerment is about creating a world where women have the freedom and resources to make their own choices, reach their full potential, and participate equally in all aspects of society. It's about dismantling inequalities and biases that hold women back and advocating for their rights and well-being.Sharika Esther Sharma comes from a diverse background: she is half Indian and half Dutch, was born in Washington, D.C., and has lived most of her...
2023-12-2848 min
Books & TheoriesUnlocking Farmer Sutra's Brilliant Theories#books #viralvideo #farming Order Farmer Sutra: https://amzn.to/41ilrRiFARMER SUTRA offers the journey of an urban farmer celebrating nature in all its glory while creating a food forest on a half-acre land.Come face to face with her challenges and achievements along the way, while moving towards a truly self-sufficient way of living. Savour the sunlight trickling in, smell the beautiful scent of a bustling vegetable garden and feel the shimmering dew drops in the morning light at Kalpavriksha Farms.Witness how sometimes taking the first...
2023-12-1515 min
Books & TheoriesPros And Cons Of Traditional Publishing Ft. Arup Bose, Books, Podcast#books #podcast #viralvideo You can learn more about Srishti Publishers from this link: https://www.srishtipublishers.com/Choosing between self-publishing and traditional publishing can be a complex decision, as there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Numerous factors influence the best path for each author, and the choices aren't always clear-cut.Given our channel's focus on books and their theories, we decided to invite Arup Bose, the owner of Srishti Publisher, a renowned traditional publishing house, to shed light on traditional publishing and its workings....
2023-12-1558 min
Love of CinemaEpisode 60: Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part 2 (2003) - with Shashanka GhoshHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! One of my favorite Arshad Warsi films turns 20 this week. Writer-director Shashanka Ghosh joins me to talk about Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part 2, a film that was an absolute trip and had banger of a soundtrack that included Kailash Kher's chartbuster Allah Ke Bande. Crazy stories about a crazy film. Join us! If you like the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:
2023-11-141h 05
Love of CinemaEpisode 59: Thoovanathumbikal (1987) - with Bejoy NambiarHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Bejoy Nambiar (Shaitan, David, Solo, Taish) joins us for a deep dive of one of his all-time favorites, Padmarajan's Thoovanathumbikal. We talked about the complex characterizations, Mohanlal's terrific performance, Sumalatha's fascinating Clara and Johnson's timeless background score. Bejoy also shared a conversation he had with his mentor Mani Ratnam around the Padmarajan classic. If you like the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:
2023-10-111h 05
Love of CinemaEpisode 58: Hansal MehtaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Hansal Mehta joins us for a chat on two of his early films, Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar and Chhal. One's a black comedy about end of innocence. The other's a sharp action drama centered around betrayal. Both films had compelling story lines, terrific cast, great music and both attempted something new in their technique. Two films I wish more people would watch. Why? I make my case on the episode. Join us! If you like the podcast, do consider supporting t...
2023-08-301h 53
Love of CinemaEpisode 57: Rangeela (1995) - with Mrunmayee Lagoo WaikulHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Mrunmayee Lagoo Waikul, who co-created Scoop and wrote Thappad, joins me for a deep dive of one of her favorite films, Rangeela! We talked about Rangeela's charming old-school writing, the strong lead female character, women in RGV's films, Aamir Khan's method performance, Rahman's generational soundtrack, Ahmed Khan's tremendous choreography and much more. Join us! If you like the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comC...
2023-07-311h 14
Love of CinemaEpisode 56: Ram Gopal VarmaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Fanboy moment! On the eve of Satya's 25th anniversary, a 2-hour-long chat with RGV on everything from Shiva and Raat, to Satya and Company, to Sarkar and Bhoot, to Nishabd and Mast. Unfiltered and unabashed as always, RGV shared some cool insights, stories and anecdotes. Join us! If you like the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: H...
2023-07-011h 46
Love of CinemaEpisode 55: Vikram BhattHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Vikram Bhatt's Ghulam, a key 90s film and one of Aamir Khan's most popular film, turns 25 this year. Vikram joins me for a wide-ranging chat on Ghulam, music in his films, Raaz and the horror genre, his early days assisting Mukul Anand and Mahesh Bhatt, his streaming platform, and an interesting round of Shoot, a game of rapid-fire questions. Join us!If you like the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments...
2023-06-151h 03Love of CinemaEpisode 54: Zanjeer (1973) - with Diptakirti ChaudhuriHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Amitabh Bachchan's breakout film was Zanjeer (1973). The film not only proved to be the breakout vehicle for India's biggest superstar and cultural icon, but it also ushered in the Bachchan-Salim-Javed era and the trend of action dramas. Diptakirti Chaudhuri, a lifelong Hindi cinema enthusiast and the author of seven books on Hindi cinema, including one on Salim-Javed, joins me as we celebrate Zanjeer, which turns 50 this month. Join us!Diptakirti's books: https://www.amazon.in/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3...
2023-05-101h 05Love of CinemaEpisode 53: Jubilee - with Atul Sabharwal and Vikramaditya MotwaneHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! I really enjoyed the new period drama Jubilee, set in the 40s and 50s, and centered on the aspiration and ambition of a group of people from the world of Hindi cinema. I got a chance to pick the brains of writer Atul Sabharwal (Powder, Aurangzeb, Class of 83) and director/showrunner Vikramaditya Motwane (Udaan, Lootera, Trapped) on the scripting and the making of the show. We talked about everything from the research, casting and lighting of the show to the music and the exquisite...
2023-04-2052 minLove of CinemaEpisode 52: Tashan (2008) - with Vijay Krishna AcharyaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Tashan (2008) turns 15 this year. Writer-director Vijay Krishna Acharya joins me as we look back on the YRF film that tried to break new ground and tried to do it in style. We chatted about writing the film, the terrific soundtrack, the nods, the action, and its reception. An hour on Tashan with 'the' Vijay Krishan Acharya. Join us! If you like the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@g...
2023-04-041h 25Love of CinemaEpisode 51: Imtiaz Ali's Socha Na Tha (2005) - with Kanika KatyalHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Imtiaz Ali's exploration of romance and relationships stands out among his peers. Kanika Katyal, a freelance culture writer and Imtiaz Ali superfan joins me as we try to deconstruct the filmmaker's storytelling, focussing on his debut film, Socha Na Tha (2005). Join us! Now, you can support the Love of Cinema podcast on a monthly basis. If you like the podcast, please do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.com...
2023-03-061h 40Love of CinemaEpisode 50: Agneepath (1990) - with Amborish RoychoudhuryHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! National Film Award-winning author Amborish Roychoudhury joins me for a deep dive of one of my favorite films produced by Dharma Productions, Agneepath (1990). Directed by Mukul Anand, Agneepath was ahead of its time and was never fully appreciated. This episode is our small attempt to resurrect and present a solid action drama, as well as an important film of the gangster genre, in new light. Join us!Now you can support the Love of Cinema podcast on a monthly basis and help...
2023-02-081h 26Love of CinemaEpisode 49: Favorite films of 2022Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Listeners join in to chat about some of our favorite films of 2022! Sandeep Padhi, Amey Pandit and Anirudh Somani join me as we reflect on RRR, Gangubai, Me Vasantrao, Kantara, Monica O My Darling, Jhund, Laal Singh Chaddha, Toolsidas Jr., and Jersey. We also chatted about Rajamouli, RRR's crossover success, SRK's Pathaan and more. Join us!Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul...
2022-12-301h 50Love of CinemaEpisode 48: Sholay (1975) - with Sanjay GadhviHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sanjay Gadhvi directed Dhoom and Dhoom 2, two of the biggest action films of last 20 years. Sholay is not just the biggest film but probably the biggest action film of all-time as well. (More than) an hour on Sholay with Sanjay Gadhvi! Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love of Cinema 2022
2022-12-081h 24Love of CinemaEpisode 47: Mumbai Meri Jaan (2008) - with Upendra SidhayeHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Nishikant Kamat's Mumbai Meri Jaan (2008) is a story of a city, grappling with paranoia and prejudice, that somehow always manages to muster the courage and show good sense in conquering its fears and prejudice. Upendra Sidhaye, who co-wrote (with Yogesh Vinayak Joshi) the film and assisted Kamat on Mumbai Meri Jaan, joins me for a deep-dive of one of the most relevant films of last 15 years.Mumbai Meri Jaan is currently streaming on Netflix. Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf...
2022-10-191h 00Love of CinemaEpisode 46: Sejal Shah (Bombay Fables)Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Bombay Fables is one of the more interesting production houses. Their first two projects, Serious Men and Decoupled, both, have tasted critical acclaim and wide popularity. Their slate looks equally interesting with the recently released second season of Delhi Crime and the second season of Asur gearing up for release later this year. Sejal Shah of Bombay Fables joins me for a chat on producing prestige shows, OTT landscape, OTT trends, lessons learned from Serious Men and Decoupled, and much more. Join us!
2022-09-2056 minLove of CinemaEpisode 45: Abhishek ChaubeyHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer-director Abhishek Chaubey joins us for a chat on his films (Ishqiya, Dedh Ishqiya, Udta Punjab, Sonchiriya) as well as Omkara and Maqbool, films which he co-wrote/assisted on. Abhishek and I chatted about adapting classics, writing good story endings, and prioritizing storytelling voice ahead of cinematic chops. He shared some cool stories around casting Naseeruddin Shah in Ishqiya, shooting the shootout at the train station in Dedh Ishqiya, the decision to nod to Ismat Chughtai's Lihaaf, and working with the Pakistani a...
2022-08-251h 11Love of CinemaEpisode 44: Sonchiriya (2019) - with Sudip SharmaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer Sudip Sharma (NH10, Udta Punjab, Paatal Lok, Laal Kaptaan) joins us for a Sonchiriya deep dive. Sonchiriya is one of my favorite films of last 10 years. It's also my favorite Sushant Singh Rajput film. I believe his performance, much like the film, remains underrated and under-discovered. This episode is, in part, an attempt to help people discover and appreciate Sonchiriya. Sudip and I talked about key scenes and moments, conducting script research in Bundelkhand, casting Sushant and Bhumi, working w...
2022-07-251h 02Love of CinemaEpisode 43: Gupt (1997) - with Abhishek MukherjeeHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Gupt: The Hidden Truth evokes a wide range of memories for many. The timeless soundtrack by Viju Shah, the smashing reveal, wild dialogue, Rajiv Rai's direction, Ashok Mehta's cinematography, the amusing ensemble of supporting cast and of course, Manisha Koirala, Kajol and Bobby Deol.As the film turns 25, cricket historian, statistician and author Abhishek Mukherjee joins us, in the capacity of a Bobby Deol fan and Gupt superfan, to look back on Rajiv Rai's bonkers 1997 murder mystery that has become an integral...
2022-06-2555 minLove of CinemaEpisode 42: Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994) - with Hardik MehtaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! A senior film journalist once mentioned that Gauri Khan (SRK's wife) once told her that reel-life Sunil of Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa was very similar to real-life SRK. Hardik Mehta (Trapped, Kaamyaab, Decoupled) joins me to talk about Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994), a film that holds a special place in the hearts of many 90s kids and fans of SRK. Join us as we fanboy over SRK and Kundan Shah's Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa! Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.com
2022-05-181h 20Love of CinemaEpisode 41: RRR (2022) - with Josh HurtadoHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Rajamouli's newest movie is more than 3 hours long. Can't recall the last time I watched a film that long and walked out of the cinemas wishing it was longer. Loved it. Film critic Josh Hurtado joins us for a deep dive of RRR as we try to unpack the film's goodness, Rajamouli's arc, and the film's traction outside India. We chatted about our favorite moments from the film, the magnetic charisma of Ram Charan and Tarak, the ridiculous action set pieces, the st...
2022-04-2049 minLove of CinemaEpisode 40: Johnny Gaddaar (2007) - with Sagar Haveli (Paatal Lok)Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Sagar Haveli, who co-wrote Paatal Lok, joins us for a deep dive of Sriram Raghavan's Johnny Gaddaar (2007). Sagar and I tried to unpack how Raghavan excels at building tension and doing it beautifully, while paying homage to classic films and masters of cinema like Hitchcock, Vijay Anand, De Palma and Brij.We chatted about — the creative transitions, the strong characterization, the on-note casting, Dharmendra, the MacGuffin, the tremendous music by Daniel B George & Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Govind Namdeo and the supporting cast, and...
2022-03-191h 06Love of CinemaEpisode 39: Monsoon Wedding (2001) - with Rakhee SandilyaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Rakhee Sandilya co-wrote and directed the engaging 2017 drama Ribbon, starring Kalki Koechlin and Sumeet Vyas. She joins us for the next installment in our series of deep dives with screenwriters/filmmakers on their favorite films. Rakhee chose Mira Nair's celebrated 2001 drama Monsoon Wedding.We tried to unpack why Monsoon Wedding was such a bold and important film, and how it was a triumph of weaving together multiple strands of narrative. Rakhee elaborated on her favorite scenes, Mira Nair's style, the wonderful casting...
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Digital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu VermaUnedited#3 | OMCP Exam Kya Hai | What is OMCP Exam | OMCP Certification Full Details | OMCP vs OMCA | How to Prepare for OMCP Exam | Online Marketing Certified Professional ExamHi Everyone, For more helpful content check out Instagram for posts, stories and igtv https://www.instagram.com/vermahimanshu380/ 13 Copywriting Secrets Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qibmPHr2_Q&t=775s About this video: In this video, you will learn about the 'What is OMCP & OMCA exam' & what is the criteria and process to apply for the OMCP exam, and how to get an OMCP certificate. to learn or for consultation your business you can subscribe to my channel. and you can ask your doubts in the comment section. I'm Himan...
2022-01-2425 minDigital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu VermaUnedited#2 | 13 Copywriting Secrets part 2 | Advance Copywriting Course by Himanshu VermaHi Everyone, 13 Copywriting Secrets Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qibmPHr2_Q&t=775s About this video: In this video, you will learn about advanced copywriting. this is part 2 of 13 advanced copywriting hacks. in this video, I tell you 7 Advanced copywriting hacks or secrets. In the 2nd part which I will post on 23-1-22, I will tell you the remaining 7 Secrets. to learn or for consultation your business you can subscribe my channel. and you can ask your doubts in the comment section. I'm Himanshu Verma. Welcome to our YouTu...
2022-01-2316 minDigital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu VermaUnedited#1 | 13 Copywriting Secrets part 1 | Advance Copywriting Course by Himanshu VermaHi Everyone, About this Podcast: In this podcast, you will learn about advanced copywriting. this is part 1 of 13 advanced copywriting hacks. in this video, I tell you 6 Advanced copywriting hacks or secrets. In the 2nd part which I will post on 23-1-22, I will tell you remaining 7 Secrets. to learn or for consultation your business you can subscribe my channel. and you can ask your doubts in the comment section. I'm Himanshu Verma. Welcome to our YouTube channel Himanshu Verma(Marketing Psychologist). #digitallinkway #digitalmarketing, #Facebookmarketing #HimanshuVerma(Marketing Psychologist) #digitalmarketingfullcoursebyHimanshuVerma #digitalmarketingConsultationsforbusiness&startUps #mindmap #mind...
2022-01-2220 minLove of CinemaEpisode 38: A R Rahman of 90s - with Karthik SrinivasanHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! A look back at A R Rahman of 90s with popular music blogger and Rahman super-fan, Karthik Srinivasan. We revisit 16 songs from 90s, curated with the singular goal of showcasing what made Rahman of 90s so unique and special. The collection includes songs in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu and Malayalam. We've tried to stay clear of Rahman anthems in the interest of maintaining a HIGH 'discovery factor' for most listeners. We also chatted about everything from our first impressions of Roja to...
2022-01-141h 41Digital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu Verma7 Kickass Skills that Everybody Must Learn in 2022 | 7 Skills that will Make You Insanely RichAbout this podcast: In this Podcast, you will know about 7 skills that will definitely make you rich this year if you learn and practice those skills. Hi Everyone, I'm Himanshu Verma. Welcome to our YouTube channel Himanshu Verma(Marketing Psychologist). #digitallinkway #digitalmarketing, #HimanshuVerma(Marketing Psychologist) #digitalmarketingfullcoursebyHimanshuVerma #digitalmarketingConsultationsforbusiness&startUps #marketingmanagement #digitalmarketingsecretswithhimanshuverma #entrepreneurship #freelancingThis is Himanshu Verma signing off. Knowledge Share in this video: 1. 7 Kickass Skills that everybody must learn. 2. Use of various social media platforms to improve your communication Queries Solved-: 1. How to be good in b...
2022-01-1210 minDigital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu Verma22 Ways to Effective Business Communication | How to be an Effective Communicator at workplaceAbout this Podcast: In this podcast, you will know about how to develop effective business communication skills. 22 ways to improve your business communication. Hi Everyone, I'm Himanshu Verma. Welcome to our YouTube channel Himanshu Verma(Marketing Psychologist). #digitallinkway #digitalmarketing, #HimanshuVerma(Marketing Psychologist) #digitalmarketingfullcoursebyHimanshuVerma #digitalmarketingConsultationsforbusiness&startUps #marketingmanagement #digitalmarketingsecretswithhimanshuverma #entrepreneurship #freelancingThis is Himanshu Verma signing off. Knowledge Share in this podcast: 1. 22 ways to improve your business communication 2. Use of various social media platforms to improve your communication Queries Solved-: 1. How to be good in business co...
2022-01-0909 minDigital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu VermaHow to Get Clients for Freelancing Services | How to Get My First Client | Ways to Get CustomersAbout this podcast: In this podcast, you will know about what are the various ways to get clients for your business or as a freelancer from online sources. what are the various sources where you can sell your freelancing services and to build your subscribers list and much more to know more watch the video? Hi Everyone, I'm Himanshu Verma. Welcome to our YouTube channel Himanshu Verma(Marketing Psychologist). #digitallinkway #digitalmarketing, #HimanshuVerma(Marketing Psychologist) #digitalmarketingfullcoursebyHimanshuVerma #digitalmarketingConsultationsforbusiness&startUps #marketingmanagementThis is Himanshu Verma signing off. Knowledge Share in this video: 1. Get clients from LinkedIn 2. Use of various social media platforms to sel...
2022-01-0423 minLove of CinemaEpisode 37: Ghulami (1985) - with Atul SabharwalHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! This season, a small series of deep dives with directors/screenwriters on personal favorites, where I asked a small group of directors and screenwriters to talk about a favorite film that they have admired over the years. First up, writer-director Atul Sabharwal (Powder, Aurangzeb, Class of '83) on J. P. Dutta's Ghulami (1985).Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul Abhyankar
2021-12-161h 06Love of CinemaEpisode 36: Gautham Vasudev MenonHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer-director Gautham Vasudev Menon joins us on the season's last episode to talk about his writing, straddling the genres of action and romance, his process behind picturizing songs, and RHTDM at 20!He shared cool stories behind Thalli Pogathey and Aaromale, the prominent use of closeups in his storytelling, what he makes of RHTDM's criticism, why Mani Ratnam thought Minnale was not the right movie for Madhavan at the time, and much more.Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.com
2021-10-1953 minLove of CinemaEpisode 35: Shakti (1982) - with Gautam ChintamaniHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Film historian and writer Gautam Chintamani joins us for a deep dive into Ramesh Sippy's Shakti (1982). A film that Sippy is most proud of, by some accounts. A film that's Salim Khan's personal favorite among the films he co-wrote with Javed Akhtar. A film that pits together two giants of Hindi cinema, Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan. Gautam and I tried to unpack why Shakti is one of Dilip Kumar's greatest films and how the legendary actor was able to ele...
2021-09-251h 17Love of CinemaEpisode 34: Ritesh Shah (D-Day, Pink and Raid)Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! An hour with screenwriter Ritesh Shah on D-Day (2013), Pink (2016) and Raid (2018). We dissected scenes from those films and chatted about writing dialogue, screenwriting tips, Salim-Javed and what makes them special, some of Ritesh's fave screenplays: L. A. Confidential (1997) and October (2018), and much more. Feedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love of...
2021-08-201h 02Love of CinemaEpisode 33: Gulzar's Ijaazat (1987) - with Pavan JhaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Gulzar's poetically cinematic Ijaazat (1987) is perhaps Hindi cinema's most mature exploration of divorce and live-in relationships. It's also a film whose dialogue is almost as lyrical as its songs. Featuring a memorable feature-length waltz between two fine actors, Rekha and Naseeruddin Shah, and a terrific soundtrack by Pancham, Ijaazat is a film that truly showcases Gulzar's poetic sensibilities. A film worth celebrating, time and again. We are joined by Pavan Jha, a technology consultant, an avid film buff, archivist and f...
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Digital Marketing Secrets with Himanshu Vermathink and grow rich series Ch-1this is himanshu Verma. you can mail us if you have any queries or suggestions for us related to our podcast. our mail Id is vermahimanshu380@gmail.com we post every day one chapter of a book. so by subscribing to our channel you can finish any book very fast. this is the first video of the 'Think and Grow Rich' series.our other youtube channel is HTTP://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe3KNmQCLmkPMZwXDgI6Dzg https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe3KNmQCLmkPMZwXDgI6DzgHAPPY LEARNING ENJOY THE PODCAST
2021-07-121h 00Love of CinemaEpisode 32: Tere Ghar Ke Samne and Vijay Anand - with Karan BaliHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! One of our absolute greats and arguably the most versatile Hindi filmmaker of all-time, Vijay Anand, left behind a legacy worthy of frequent celebration. Filmmaker, film instructor and co-founder of the popular film blog, Upperstall — Karan Bali joins us to celebrate Vijay Anand and revisit one of his favorites, Tere Ghar Ke Samne (1963). We chatted about the legendary director's craft, his gift for filming songs, his innovative approach to storytelling and his tremendous range as a filmmaker. We th...
2021-06-2554 minLove of CinemaEpisode 31: Watching Bachchan on big screen in the 70s and 80sHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Chances are, if you love Hindi cinema, you love Amitabh Bachchan and his films. Having grown up in the 90s, well past peak Bachchan mania, I've always wondered what it would've been like to have lived through that peak mania. What must the thrill have been like to have witnessed his stardom at its peak? To get a better idea, I spoke with a small group of cinephiles and Bachchan fans who were fortunate enough to have watched the actor's 70s...
2021-05-271h 05Love of CinemaEpisode 30: Ram Jaane (1995) - with Vinay ShuklaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Early in his career, Shah Rukh Khan did a series of films where he played the anti-hero. One of those films was Ram Jaane (1995), a full-bodied remake of the James Cagney classic, Angels with Dirty Faces. Ram Jaane could've been a career-defining film for SRK but it failed to have a lasting impact. Nevertheless, it's a very peculiar film and if you're a SRK fan, you probably have many memories around the film. In conversation with Vinay Shukla, who wrote R...
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RADIO VISION AKOLASpecial program of Shahid diwas And World Water Day by Radio Vision Akola and Divyang Social Foundation Akola .*'Radio Vision'* presented by *Divyang Social Foundation ,Akola* (MH 85/2020)*Broadcast director:* Mr. Vishal Korde (Shivaji College ,Akola) *Advisory board and technical support :*Mr.Himanshu NimkardeyMr.Prasad Zade Mr.Shrikant Korde .Please call on 09423650090 for broadcasting your social program on our radio channel Give your valuable feedback and Please join & support our NGO.दिव्यांग सोशल फाउंडेशन अकोला प्रस्तुत रेडिओ व्हिजन (ऑनलाइन रेडिओ )रेडिओ व्हिजन प्रसारण दि. 24 March 2021 कार्यक्रम सूची: १ शहीद दिवस के उपलक्ष मे रेडिओ व्हिजन अकोला की विशेष प्रस्तुती | लेखन - रियाज तांबोळी ,निवेदन - आर जे गुंजा ,निर्मिती सहयोग - हिमांशू निमकर्डे ,संकल्पना और प्रस्तुती - प्रा.व...
2021-03-2437 minRADIO VISION AKOLACelebration of *WORLD SPARROW DAY* by Radio Vision Akola, Divyang Social Foundation Akola & Shivaji College Akola.*'Radio Vision'* presented by *Divyang Social Foundation ,Akola* (MH 85/2020)*Broadcast director:* Mr. Vishal Korde (Shivaji College ,Akola) *Advisory board and technical support :*Mr.Himanshu NimkardeyMr.Prasad Zade Mr.Shrikant Korde .Please call on 09423650090 for broadcasting your social program on our radio channel Give your valuable feedback and Please join & support our NGO.दिव्यांग सोशल फाउंडेशन अकोला प्रस्तुत रेडिओ व्हिजन (ऑनलाइन रेडिओ )रेडिओ व्हिजन प्रसारण दि. 20 March 2021 कार्यक्रम सूची: १. विश्व चिडिया दिवस के उपलक्ष में दिव्यांग सोशल फाउंडेशन अकोला और रेडिओ व्हिजन अकोला कि विशेष प्रस्तुती |*लेखन:-अनामिका देशपांडे*विशेष सहभाग :- संध्या प्रजापति, हिमांशू निमकर्डे,प्रांजल ढेंगे, पुजा गुंटीवार,पुनम पांडेनिर्मिती सहयोग:हिमांशू निमकर्डेसंकल्पना और प्रस्तुती: प्रा.विशाल कोरडे.2 . रेडिओ व्हिजन निर्मिती की भूमिका - प्रा.विशाल कोरडे (संस्थापक अध्यक्ष ,दिव्यांग सोशल फाउंडेशन अकोला )3 .शुभेच्छा संदेश - रेडिओ
2021-03-2039 minLove of CinemaEpisode 29: Satyajit Ray's documentaries - with Subha Das MollickHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Satyajit Ray made an absolutely moving documentary on Rabindranath Tagore. He also made documentaries on — the blind artist, Binode Behari Mukherjee; Bharatanatyam dancer, Balasaraswati; Sikkim; and Sukumar Ray. Ray had also planned documentaries on Nehru and Pandit Ravi Shankar, which never got made.As we inch closer to Ray's centenary, we take a close look at the filmmaker's equally excellent documentary work. Professor of Film Studies at Aliah University (Kolkata) and documentarian, Subha Das Mollick, joins me to sha...
2021-02-111h 07Love of CinemaEpisode 28: Ek Chalis Ki Last Local (2007) - with Sanjay KhanduriHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Ek Chalis Ki Last Local (2007) is packed with quirk. A delightful crime comedy, pulling off one improbable scene after another, and delivered with the confidence that's rare from a director making his debut film. In conversation with writer-director Sanjay Khanduri on —-his early days in films, assisting Kundan Shah and Subhash Ghai; Kundan's Shah's advice-writing ECKLL and getting a small film made in 2007-casting Abhay Deol and Neha Dhupia -the film's de...
2021-01-1656 minLove of CinemaEpisode 27: Remembering Kader Khan - with Sukanya VermaHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Kader Khan was an extraordinary writer and actor. He was also one of the primary architects of, what I like to call, the Bachchan aura. He was instrumental in the careers of two other big stars as well - Jeetendra and Govinda. Sukanya Verma, film critic, quiz-maker, and a true blue Hindi film buff, joins us as we look back on Kader Khan's legacy. We talked about Kader Khan's difficult childhood, his course down the path of theatre, hi...
2020-12-0551 minLove of CinemaEpisode 26: Kamlesh Pandey (Tezaab, Aatish, Aks, Delhi 6)Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Kamlesh Pandey has written upwards of 45 films, including Tezaab, Saudagar, Aatish, Aks, Rang De Basanti, Delhi 6, and Yalgaar.Kamlesh Pandey joins us for a chat on screenwriting, stories behind some of his biggest films, and how writing for Hindi cinema has changed over the last 30 years.We chatted about Tezaab, Aks, Delhi-6, Aatish, his admiration for Walter Hill, working with Feroz Khan, and why our lives are incomplete without stories. Also...Did you know the trial s...
2020-11-071h 04Love of CinemaEpisode 25: Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983) - with Kaveree BamzaiHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with columnist, author and former editor of India Today, Kaveree Bamzai on Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983).Superfan Kaveree and I tried to unpack what makes Kundan Shah's endlessly fascinating comedy — timeless. We talked about our favorite scenes, Kundan Shah's style, the comedic genius of Satish Shah, the film's increasingly relevant satire, its take on corruption and media, and the spoken language dialogue of the film.We also touched on the influences on the film, from the Marx Brothers to...
2020-10-0957 minLove of CinemaEpisode 24: Pankuj ParasharHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! 2 cult comedies, 2 massively entertaining blockbusters, and an iconic TV show...In conversation with director Pankuj Parashar on — Ab Ayega Mazaa (1984), Karamchand (1985), Peechha Karro (1986), Jalwa (1987) and ChaalBaaz (1989).Pankaj and I chatted about the films he made in the 80s. Films which I am a fan of. Films which have had an influence on Andaz Apna Apna, Rangeela, and Priyadarshan's comedies.Along the way, Pankaj shared a truckload of anecdotes around making of those films. Anecdotes you do not want to...
2020-09-111h 09Love of CinemaEpisode 23: Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri at 50 - with Amitava NagHi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! In conversation with independent film critic and author Amitava Nag on one of Satyajit Ray's magnificent films, Arranyer Din Ratri (1970). We reflect on one of my favorite films by Ray, as it turns 50 this year, discussing — scenes from the film, the craft behind the film, the strong women of the film, Sunil Gangopadhyay's novel, the film's place in Ray's oeuvre, influences on the film and the film's legacy. Guest Amitava Nag has authored Satyajit Ray's Heroes and Heroines, decoding Ray's un...
2020-08-111h 09Love of CinemaEpisode 22: YZ, Double Seat - with Sameer Vidwans (in Marathi)Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! **My first podcast episode in Marathi**In conversation with director Sameer Vidwans on — Double Seat (2015) and YZ (2016), present day Marathi cinema, takeaways from assisting Sachin Pilgaonkar, his creative partnership with writer Kshitij Patwardan, and more.We chatted about the common thread between Double Seat and YZ, some of my favorite scenes from those two films, and the writing of the films.We also touched on the problems facing Marathi cinema today - dwindling footfalls, why a large section of...
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