Cyrus Says

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On this episode of Cyrus Says, Sahil Khattar joins Cyrus Broacha for a chaotic conversation about football, hosting, films, relationships and everything in between.

Sahil talks about getting the chance to host FIFA World Cup coverage, how the entire broadcast was put together in just 10 days, and what it was like working alongside names like Sunil Chhetri, Bhaichung Bhutia, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and Sandesh Jhingan. He also opens up about his sporting background in roller hockey, and how that helped shape the way he understands football.

The conversation also gets into the state of Indian football, why India still hasn’t qualified for the FIFA World Cup, Sahil’s love life, and why he now wants a more stable personal life so he can focus on work. Sahil also reveals that he is working on a major family comedy, which he has co-written and will star in as the lead, backed by a legacy studio and set to shoot in Chandigarh. 

Watch the full episode for Sahil Khattar, FIFA World Cup, Indian football, Sunil Chhetri, Bhaichung Bhutia, his upcoming film and plenty of Cyrus Says madness.

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Shantanu Anam joins Cyrus Broacha for a Cock & Bull filled with marriage roasts, protest stories and a very unexpected rant about Farah Khan’s Dilip.

Cyrus reveals Jesse Lever’s compliment about Shantanu’s wife, while Shantanu shares the brutal Instagram DM that left her laughing for two minutes. They also discuss his weight-loss journey, being overlooked by police at a protest, Harmanpreet Kaur’s captaincy and cricketing future, and Virat Kohli’s World Cup prospects.

Plus, a _Drishyam_-inspired crime story gets tangled up with the film’s plot, the producer steps in to rescue the discussion, and Cyrus diagnoses himself with “Dilipitis.”

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On this episode of Cyrus Says, Richa Chadha joins Cyrus Broacha to talk about 'Musafiri', her new documentary series that explores Mumbai beyond the usual landmarks and tourist stories.

Richa talks about writing and creating the series herself, uncovering Mumbai’s surprising connections to Armenian history, the opium trade, HSBC, iconic food spots, local communities and the city’s original inhabitants. She also explains why she wanted 'Musafiri' to feel personal and conversational rather than like a conventional history documentary. Pasted text Pasted text

The conversation also goes into motherhood, life with Ali Fazal, reading, Indian identity and diversity, and one particularly bizarre date Richa once had with a famous actor who apparently hadn’t read a proper book in years. Pasted text Pasted text

Watch the full episode for Richa Chadha, 'Musafiri', Mumbai history, Ali Fazal, Bollywood stories and plenty of Cyrus Says madness.

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On this episode of Cyrus Says, Anand Gandhi and Zain Memon join Cyrus Broacha to talk about Maya, the massive story universe they’re building across books, films, games and graphic novels.They reveal how the idea first began during Tumbbad, why Maya mixes Indian mythology with AI, algorithms and modern technology, and how the project grew into everything from an 18 kg board game to a planned film trilogy.

Anand also looks back at writing Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, while the conversation covers world-building, copyright, virtual reality, moving from Mumbai to Goa and how Hugo Weaving came on board to narrate the audiobook.

Listen to the full episode for Anand Gandhi, Zain Memon, Maya, Tumbbad, AI, mythology, Hugo Weaving and plenty of Cyrus Says madness.

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On this Cock & Bull Cricket Special, Cyrus Broacha sits down with veteran sports journalist Ayaaz Memon for a wide-ranging conversation on the changing landscape of world cricket.They begin with Pakistan cricket, from its legendary lineage of Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and Shoaib Akhtar to questions around Babar Azam, administration, captaincy, coaching changes and whether Pakistan’s talent pipeline is being properly nurtured.Ayaaz and Cyrus also look at the contrasting rise of India and Bangladesh, the impact of the IPL and domestic structures, and why administration, selection and strong captain-coach partnerships matter as much as raw talent.The conversation moves through India’s memorable Test successes in Australia, Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara’s importance, Jasprit Bumrah’s impact, New Zealand’s consistency and the challenges facing red-ball cricket.Later, they debate Joe Root’s place among England’s greatest batters, revisit legends including Sunil Gavaskar, Viv Richards, Kapil Dev, Javed Miandad and Sachin Tendulkar, and compare terrifying fast-bowling combinations across eras.A cricket conversation packed with history, nostalgia, strong opinions and Cyrus-style detours.

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From the Cyrus Says archives: we’re revisiting this 2024 conversation with actor and sports presenter, Gaurav Kapur.

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In this conversation, Cyrus is joined by Gaurav Kapur! The episode delves into the intriguing moment when Gaurav first crossed paths with the legendary Cyrus and Gaurav also reflects on the memorable first conversation with Cyrus.

As the episode unfolds, Gaurav shares anecdotes from his time at Channel V, offering a trip down memory lane to the golden era of music television. The episode reaches its pinnacle when Gaurav opens up about his first encounter with the cricketing legend, Sunil Gavaskar. Gaurav sheds light on the inception and evolution of his acclaimed show, "Breakfast with Champions”.

This episode is a must-listen for fans of Gaurav, enthusiasts of spoken fest, and those curious about the fascinating world of sports commentary.

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From the Cyrus Says archives: we’re revisiting this 2023 conversation with actors, producers and now parents, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal.

Lights, camera, parenting! 
In this heart-to-heart episode of Cyrus Says, actors Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha open up about their exciting new chapter as parents to daughter Zuneyra Ida Fazal. From sleepless nights to the rollercoaster of fatherhood, they share the highs and lows of balancing parenthood with thriving careers. Together they roast Ali, while Richa reveals how she navigates her professional life alongside motherhood. 

Expect a mix of funny moments with grilling Ali Fazal & pranks Richa played on him. They spill the beans on their latest venture as producers of the much-anticipated film Girls Will Be Girls, a bold and refreshing take on growing up.

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From the Cyrus Says archives: we’re revisiting this 2023 conversation with actor, writer and filmmaker Kunal Kemmu.

Kunal and Cyrus go back years, from an old Surf Ultra ad and an unforgettable MTV Bakra prank to working together on 99. Naturally, that means this episode comes packed with embarrassing stories before they get anywhere near the serious questions.

Kunal looks back at becoming a child actor, working with Aamir Khan at a young age, choosing acting over a conventional academic path, and making the difficult transition from child performer to adult actor.

He also talks about breaking out of typecasting, moving between comedy and darker roles, the making of Go Goa Gone, and how conversations around that cult film helped spark his interest in writing and filmmaking.

Recorded in 2023, Kunal was also in the middle of editing his directorial debut at the time, and he opens up about stepping behind the camera, managing actors and crews, and discovering a very different side of himself as a director.

Plus: motorcycles, Ladakh rides, Saif Ali Khan’s blonde Go Goa Gone look, marriage, fatherhood and plenty of classic Cyrus chaos.

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On this episode of Cyrus Says, Harleen Sethi joins Cyrus Broacha to talk about her new kidnapping thriller called, 'Shaque: Trust No One', which is now available on Netflix.
She also talks about her unconventional journey into acting, and everything that happened before Broken But Beautiful made her a familiar face. Harleen talks about being among the top students at Mumbai University, paying for MBA classes and then leaving that path after receiving a dance scholarship. What started with ballet and dance eventually led to advertisements, including major campaigns, before an audition for Salman Khan’s Sultan at YRF made her realise she needed to properly train as an actor.

She also opens up about her breakthrough with 'Broken But Beautiful', working with Vikrant Massey, her long struggle with acne and PCOD, and why she was more nervous about how she would look on screen than how audiences would judge her acting.Harleen also talks about the pressure to get married, dating as a known actor, driving herself around Mumbai, shooting 'Shaque: Trust No One' in the hills, and what she wants to do next.

Listen to the full episode for Harleen Sethi, Shaque: Trust No One, Broken But Beautiful, Sultan, Salman Khan, Vikrant Massey, acting auditions, PCOD, dating, Bollywood and plenty of Cyrus Says madness.

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On this episode of Cyrus Says, Rajeev Masand joins Cyrus Broacha for a conversation about his journey from being one of India’s best-known film critics to working on the other side of Bollywood with Dharma and helping actors navigate scripts, films and their careers.Rajeev talks about why he walked away from film criticism, how Karan Johar convinced him to make the switch, what really goes into choosing scripts for actors, and some of the bizarre requests and realities that come with managing major stars.  

The conversation also goes into how Bollywood has changed, from the more unfiltered stars of the past to today’s carefully managed social-media era. Rajeev shares stories involving Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Rekha and more, while talking about influencers, celebrity culture and whether Bollywood can still create stars with the same mystery and impact.  

Listen to the full episode for Rajeev Masand, Bollywood stories, Dharma, Karan Johar, Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, film criticism and plenty of Cyrus Says madness.

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