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Star Jam Ft. Sujith Bhakthan | RJ Rafi

In this episode of Star Jam on Club FM

Opens in a new window, popular travel creator Sujith Bhakthan (@TechTravelEat) sits down with RJ Rafi to share his journey from vlogging to building a brand. He dives into the business side of content creation, his travel experiences across the globe, dealing with public perception, and insights into the evolving creator economy in Kerala.

Star Jam Ft. Nahas Hidhayath & RJ RafiIn this episode of Star Jam, director Nahas Hidhayath sits down with RJ Rafi to share the inside story behind his latest Malayalam film, "I'm Game". Discover the real-life incident that inspired the movie's plot, how the team built the Casino set in Varapuzha, and the reasons behind casting Antony Varghese (Peppe) and Dulquer Salmaan (DQ). Nahas also opens up about managing the film's budget, executing high-risk creative choices, and pulling off the production within tight timeframes.

Star Jam Ft. Vinay Fort | RJ Rafi

In this episode of Star Jam, acclaimed actor Vinay Forrt sits down with RJ Rafi to dive deep into his craft, career milestones, and his latest project, I'm Game.

Vinay opens up about the unique challenge of playing unlikable, irritating characters and turning that friction into audience applause. He reflects on his journey through Malayalam cinema, discussing fan-favorite performances in films like Malik, Thamaasha, Shutter, and Premam, while sharing his perspective on selecting roles that push his boundaries as a performer.

What’s inside this episode:

• The art and challenge of executing minute screen expressions and challenging roles

• Behind-the-scenes insights from I'm Game

• Reflections on iconic past roles and career choices

Star Jam Ft. Ashish Joe Antony & Bobby Kurien | RJ Rafi

In this episode of Star Jam, host RJ Rafi chats with actors Ashish Joe Antony and Bobby Kurien about their latest projects, performance dynamics, and what goes into crafting intense screen roles.

from breaking down their approach to intimidating villain characters to sharing lighthearted on-set moments, Ashish and Bobby dive into their acting journeys, character prep, and industry experiences. Tune in for an engaging, candid conversation packed with fun anecdotes and insider insights!

Star Jam with Girish AD | RJ Rafi

In this episode of Star Jam, hitmaker director Girish A.D. sits down with RJ Rafi to look back on his filmography and share insights behind his latest movie, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.

Girish breaks down early casting plans—including initial thoughts on casting Naslen as Nivin Pauly's brother—how character arcs like Glikson evolved during production, and his experience collaborating once again with Bhavana Studios. Tune in for an engaging conversation packed with behind-the-scenes stories, filmmaking processes, and what's next for the director!

Star Jam with Jude Antony | RJ Rafi

In this episode of Star Jam, director Jude Antony Joseph sits down with RJ Rafi to talk all about his latest film, Thudakkam.

Jude shares the story behind casting Vismaya Mohanlal and how the project became her debut, along with insights into the making of the movie, behind-the-scenes shooting experiences, and memorable moments from his directorial career. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with cinema stories, creative decisions, and candid insights!

Star Jam Ft. Amritha Rajan | RJ Rafi

From Kerala to the national stage! 🌟

Join RJ Rafi as he talks to Amritha Rajan about her incredible journey to Indian Idol. Discover the audition secrets, the pressure behind the stage, her favorite musical moments, and how she stayed true to her passion throughout the journey.

In this candid and emotional episode of Star Jam, host RJ Rafi sits down with rapper Gabri to dive deep into his life, personal struggles, and raw passion for music.

Gabri opens up about how writing music became his ultimate outlet for self-expression, helping him navigate his toughest personal battles, including dealing with dark moments and turning pain into art. From turning his life around to giving 100% to hip-hop, Gabri shares the raw truth behind his lyrics and his journey as an artist.

Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on resilience, music, and finding purpose through art.

🎙️ Host: RJ Rafi

👤 Guest: Rapper Gabri

📻 Show: Star Jam (Club FM)

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B Talk with Sumesh Govind | RJ Rafi The owner and CEO of the iconic Paragon Group of Restaurants, Sumesh Govind, sits down with B Talk to unpack the story behind one of Kerala’s most loved food institutions. In this conversation, he explains why “biriyani is religion and porotta is soul”, and how Paragon turned Malabar flavours into a global culinary brand.

Sumesh goes deep into the craft of biriyani, fish curries and porotta, the “wow factor” he chases in every plate, and the philosophy that turns chefs into “diamonds” through constant sharpening of taste. He shares how Paragon maintains consistency across dozens of outlets, the role of taste auditors and feedback systems, and why great food is always backed by discipline, data and daily tasting.

Star Jam Ft. Sithara Krishnakumar | RJ Rafi

Versatile Malayalam singer Sithara Krishnakumar joins RJ Rafi on Star Jam to revisit her musical journey, from independent tracks like “Chayappattu” and “Poovmotta” to major film songs and live performances around the world. She opens up about reality shows—the pressure of competition, how constant negative comments can destroy a person’s spirit, and why mindful participation matters in today’s social media-driven music scene. The conversation also touches on vocal training, independent music freedom, trolls and criticism, family support, Kochi’s café culture, and her fan-girl love for Mammootty, making this a warm, insightful, music-filled episode for Malayalam music lovers everywhere.