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Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast

The Khandaan Podcast

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast A nostalgic deep dive into the movies of Aamir, Salman, and Shahrukh Khan, three global superstars of enduring interest. Additionally, on alternate weeks, we cover current events in Bollywood, new/interesting streaming content in English and other Indian languages, plus other news in film. Hosted by three Bollywood-loving millennials with an encyclopedic knowledge of Hindi film, Khandaan is your one stop shop for nostalgia, laughter, and distraction. #Bollywood #Podcast

tv & film film reviews

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55:49

Ep 289- Veergati (1995): Salman’s Grit, 90s Chaos,...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Support us on Patreon for bonus episodes and Asim’s monthly Letterboxd video — now live! → https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcastWatch full episodes and clips on our YouTube channel → https://www.youtube.com/khandaanpodcast Grab our merch on Redbubble → https://www.redbubble.com/people/khandaanpodcast/shop In this episode, Asim drags Amrita and Sujoy into the chaotic world of Veergati — Salman Khan’s wild, homoerotic, action-packed fever dream from 1995. Expect nostalgia, moral

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23:11

Ep 284- Ranking Salman Khan’s Top 5 Movies | Khandaan...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/09/26

This episode is part of our first in-studio recordings together in London — and while you’re hearing the audio here, the full video version is available on our YouTube channel.After nearly 300 episodes of dissecting Bollywood’s biggest stars, the Khandaan Podcast finally lays down the definitive Salman list — no discussions allowed! Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy debate, reminisce, and occasionally lose their minds as they revisit Salman’s most iconic performances. From forgotten gems

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34:51

Bonus Episode: Param Sundari Review | Janhvi & Sid Go...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/09/05

This is a bonus audio version of our Youtube Spoiler Review of Param SundariFollow, like and subscribe to ⁠our Youtube Channel ⁠for more videos from the Khandaan crew You can also support us and interact with us by joining our PATREON community on: https:///www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast This week, the Khandaan Podcast takes on Param Sundari, a film that promised a breezy rom-com but left audiences scratching their heads. Starring Janhvi Kapoor as the titular Sundari and Sidharth Malhotra

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19:12

Bonus Episode: 3 Reasons to Watch LOKAH (spoiler free...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/09/02

This is a bonus audio version of our Youtube Spoiler Free Review of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra. Follow, like and subscribe to our Youtube Channel for more videos from the Khandaan crew Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast makes the case for why Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra is the female-led superhero movie Indian cinema desperately needed, produced by Dulquer Salmaan, is not just a fun superhero film but a landmark in Indian cinema. If you’ve been looking for the future of Indian superhero cinema,

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57:47

Ep 279- War 2 and Coolie Reviews

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/08/28

This week on Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we’re tackling two of the most talked-about (and trolled) recent releases — War 2 and Coolie.It’s safe to say neither film blew us away, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t have plenty to say. From Hrithik Roshan’s sleepwalking Kabir to NTR Jr. stuck in the wrong movie, from Shruti Haasan’s mannequin-level characterisation to Aamir Khan’s husky-filled cameo, this episode covers it all. We dig into: Why Coolie proves pan-India blockbusters have cracked

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58:26

Ep 278 – Chashme Buddoor | 80’s Dhamaka Series

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Patreon Bonus this week:Watch The Khandaan Reaction video to the Baaghi 4 Teaser here Amrita's 5 min catch ups with fun and gossip that are full episodes ⁠here⁠ (on the Free Tier) Asim's July LetterBxd ⁠Video⁠ We're also active on Tik Tok so follow us ⁠here⁠ We’re almost at the end of our 80’s Dhamaka series, and for our penultimate pick, we’re heading into very different territory with Sai Paranjpye’s Chashme Buddoor (1981). This is the penultimate episode in our 80s mini-series before we

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57:49

Episode 277: Chaalbaaz (1989) – Sridevi’s Double...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/08/07

Patreon Bonus this week:Amrita's 5 min catch ups with fun and gossip that are full episodes here (on the Free Tier) Asim's July LetterBxd Video We're also active on Tik Tok so follow us here We’re back with another entry in our 80s Dhamaka series—this time diving headfirst into Chaalbaaz, the iconic 1989 double-role masala starring Sridevi, Sridevi… and also Sridevi. Joined by Rajnikanth, Sunny Deol, Anupam Kher, Rohini Hattangady and Shakti Kapoor at his absolute creepiest, Chaalbaaz is a

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39:22

Ep 275- Sitaarein Zameen Par Review

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/06/26

In this very special episode, the entire Khandaan team—Asim, Sujoy, and Amrita—is together in London and recording live. We sat down in the middle of a very hot British summer to review Aamir Khan’s long-awaited return to the screen with Sitarein Zameen Par.Is this an emotional sequel or an accidental parody?Does Aamir’s magic still work with the next generation?And how does this film stack up against Taare Zameen Par, Secret Superstar, and other “message with a heart” movies? We unpack it

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64:03

Ep 274 – Khoon Bhari Maang: Crocodiles, Comebacks,...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Welcome to another 80s Dhamaka! episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast.This time we’re diving face-first into the drama, glamour, and full camp spectacle that is Rakesh Roshan’s KHOON BHARI MAANG (1988). Starring Rekha, Kabir Bedi, Sonu Walia, and an extremely underpaid crocodile, this revenge thriller has everything: makeover montages, fashion show trauma, and villains who just won’t die. Join us as Amrita leads a passionate defense of Rekha’s action-heroine era, Sujoy questions the plot logic

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59:17

Saagar: Wet Saris & the Return of Dimple

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/06/12

This weeks' Patreon are: Sujoy Watches Thug Life So You Don’t Have To 5 Min Catchup: Amrita In this episode, we dove into Saagar (1985)—the ultimate Dimple Kapadia comeback and a masterclass in how to shoot slow-motion beach walks. We talked: Why Dimple is pure fire (even when Rishi and Kamal are doing the most) The unbearable softness of 80s Kamal Haasan Why this is basically the horniest film we’ve watched all season And of course, Sujoy’s cinematic thirst for all things

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50:38

Ep 271: Namak Halaal – Disco, Dialogue, and Dadu Trauma

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/05/29

Patreon bonus episodes whilst we were away:⁠Live Reaction: Sitaare Zameen Par and Thug Life Trailer and Laal Pari⁠ ⁠Bonus Patreon: Too Sad to Be Funny, Too Funny to Be Cancelled⁠ ⁠This week on Khandaan: chaos, candour, and a touch of Shah Rukh.⁠ Khandaan continues the 80s Dhamaka series with one of Amitabh Bachchan’s most iconic—and polarizing—comedies: Namak Halaal (1982). Is this peak masala madness or a nostalgia trip gone wrong? In this episode, Asim passionately defends his

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66:42

Ep 269- Patreon Listener Pick- Sangam (1964)

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/04/23

This week Khandaan A Bollywood Podcast gives you a taster of the all the fun we have in our Patreon Community with a full episode available for the main feed.In this bonus episode of the Khandaan Podcast, it’s just Asim and Amrita catching up and having one of those classic, freewheeling chats you’ve come to expect from us. We cover a bunch of films, including a special listener’s pick – the iconic Sangam! Amrita saw Khalid Rehman's "Alappuzha Gymkhana" which makes us discuss about masculinity in

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Ep 268- Tezaab- 80s Dhamaka Series

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/04/10

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where this week we’re taking a new look at an old favorite as part of our 80s Dhamaaka series: 1988’s TEZAAB. Directed by N. Chandra, this Anil Kapoor - Madhuri Dixit starrer is mostly remembered today for its iconic number, Ek Do Teen. But this is also an excellent example of 80s masala — violent, political, angsty, furious, and just plain fun. Costarring Chunky Pandey, Mandakini, Anupam Kher, and more, Tezaab is a real trip down nostalgia lane for us at

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96:48

Ep 267- Sikandar and L2 Empuraan Review

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/04/02

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast and we’re talking EMPURAAN and SIKANDAR with friend to the pod, Pappuchaaru. We took a break from our 80s Dhamaaka series to watch the Malayalam masala actioner, Empuraan. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and starring Mohanlal, Manju Warrier, and a whole host of other actors including R10 himself, this movie has run into political foul weather just days after its release. We discuss how it all unfolded, the movie itself, and what this means for Malayalam

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60:42

Ep 266- Umrao Jaan- 80s Dhamaka Series

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/03/28

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where we’re continuing with our 80s Dhamaaka episodes. This week we have UMRAO JAAN. One of the most iconic cinematic moments of 1981, Umrao Jaan is widely considered to be Rekha’s most celebrated performance. Directed by Muzaffar Ali and with enduring music by Khayyam, Rekha plays the role of a famous courtesan who navigates love and family in the midst of the Sepoy Rebellion of 1857. Costarring Naseeruddin Shah, Farooq Shaikh, Raj Babbar, Shaukat Azmi,

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105:57

Ep 265- Santosh INTV with Shahana Goswami and...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/03/25

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where this week we’re taking a small break from our 80s Dhamaka episodes to bring you the audio of our YouTube livestream. We go through the upcoming slate of Netflix releases and what we’re most excited about watching this year. We also answer questions from the audience during the livestream. You can also listen to our interview of Shahana Goswami, whose new film SANTOSH was the UK’s submission for best picture at the Oscars earlier this year. Conducting

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75:58

Ep 264- Tridev - 80s Dhamaka Series

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/03/13

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast and the next movie in our 80s Dhamaka series is TRIDEV (1989). Directed and cowritten by Rajiv Rai, TRIDEV was a ginormous hit when it came out - enough for the Rais to repurpose it with Vishwatma a couple of years later. Starring Sunny Deol, Madhuri Dixit, Jackie Shroff, Sangeeta Bijlani, Naseeruddin Shah, Sonam, Amrish Puri and Anupam Kher among others, Tridev is still famous for its songs, composed by Kalyanji-Anandji although a case could be made that

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52:48

Ep 263- Nagina- 80s Dhamaka Series

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/02/27

Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast’s 80s Dhamaaka series continues with 1986’s NAGINA. Arguably the most famous snake film made in the Hindi film industry, this Sridevi starrer shattered records with its blockbuster debut. Co-starring Rishi Kapoor and a mesmerising Amrish Puri, this movie had amazing music and iconic dance numbers that can never be replicated. Directed by Harmesh Malhotra and with music by Laxmikant Pyarelal, Nagina was shoo in on this list — but does it deserve the spot? Join us to

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61:27

Ep 261- Arth - 80s Dhamaka Serires

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast and our 80s Dhamaaka series! This week’s feature is 1982’s ARTH. Starring Shabana Azmi, Khulbhushan Kharbanda, Raj Kiran, and Smita Patil in key roles, this Mahesh Bhatt directorial about marital infidelity is a classic of Hindi cinema. Drawn from Bhatt’s short lived extramarital affair with Parveen Babi, Arth features some of the best performances by Hindi film actors as well as music that has stood the test of time. Join us as we introduce this film to

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69:54

Ep 257- Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai 25 YR Anniversary- Hritik...

Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast ·

2025/01/15

Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where this week we’re taking a trip down nostalgia lane with KAHO NA PYAAR HAI (2000). Directed by Rakesh Roshan, the debut of Hrithik Roshan and Ameesha Patel remains a landmark blockbuster in the history of Hindi cinema. We discuss how no other director/producer father has been to replicate this launch for their progeny and how it set up both Hrithik and Ameesha for success. We talk about our memories of this movie and its place in pop culture. And we

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