Cyrus Says

Join us for a fun and insightful episode of Cyrus Says featuring Scherezade Shroff—aka Sherry Shroff—one of India’s pioneering content creators. In this engaging conversation, Sherry opens up about her journey from being a model to becoming one of the country’s earliest YouTubers, back when shooting on a webcam and uploading videos was still a novel idea.

She takes us through the early days of content creation, sharing personal anecdotes about her family’s reactions to her unconventional career path, and how she moved from writing blogs to creating videos. Sherry also reflects on her decade-long modelling career, offering an unfiltered look at the industry and what led her to pivot full-time into digital content.

On the personal front, Sherry talks about her marriage, her decision to retain her surname, and shares thoughtful views on identity and relationships today. The conversation also spans her adventurous travel diaries—from curating K-drama tours in South Korea and shark cage diving in South Africa to wildlife safaris in Masai Mara.

She bravely discusses her battle with tuberculosis, her quirky fear of driving, and her love for her pets—Sammy the dog and her cat—who are as much a part of her online world as she is.

From the evolution of YouTube in India and brand collaborations to staying authentic in the age of changing algorithms, Sherry brings honesty, humour, and heart to this episode. Don’t miss it!

#ScherezadeShroff #SherryShroff #CyrusSays #YouTubeIndia #ContentCreator #IndianVlogger #Modelling #TravelVlog #Kpop #KDrama #PersonalJourney

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theatre ka Devta is in the house! 
In this wildly entertaining and unfiltered episode, Cyrus Broacha is joined by actor, writer, director and theatre legend Makarand Deshpande. From working in the TV show Circus with Shah Rukh Khan to doing plays in Sanskrit, to voicing gangster films like Company, to making his Hollywood Debut in Monkey Man and playing Albert Einstein for kids, Mac shares his philosophies on art, acting, madness, and the purpose of education.

They also talk about:
🎭 “The National School of Deshpande”
🎙 How his voice in Company changed his career
👶 Why he wrote a solo play on Einstein — for children
🔥 His unfiltered take on NSD, Naseer, De Niro, and angry artists

Plus, the madness of Paisa Vasool, late-night Sanskrit rehearsals, Vijay Tendulkar and Dubey ji’s brutal direction style.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Cyrus Says AMA, Cyrus is joined by writer, screenwriter, and ex-MTV producer Vrushali Samant for an absolutely unfiltered, nostalgic, and gloriously off-the-rails conversation.

Together, they take on a fresh batch of ridiculous (and sometimes suspiciously deep) questions from our listeners — covering everything from international politics to Mumbai’s monsoon potholes.

What else?!

🌍 Donald Trump’s shocking Nobel Peace Prize nomination
🥘 The ultimate Parsi vs Marathi food debate — Misal Pav or Salli Boti?
🎥 The CBFC’s new claim to fame: censoring Superman’s kiss
🌧️ Are Mumbai rains romantic or just public health threats?
❤️ Would MTV Loveline work in a world full of ghosting?

PLUS — they deep-dive into their weekly horoscopes vs real life

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🎬 This week on Cyrus Says, acclaimed filmmaker Mohit Suri joins Cyrus to talk about his upcoming romantic drama Saiyaara. From his early days hustling scripts, to casting fresh faces and collaborating with YRF, Mohit shares the heartfelt and often hilarious journey of bringing a pure love story to life in today’s action-heavy cinema landscape.

💬 Mohit opens up about being a hopeless romantic, casting newcomers, the challenges of finding authenticity in actors, his long-standing creative bond with Mithoon, and discovering voices like Arijit Singh. Expect laughs, sharp banter, and a surprising amount of wisdom on storytelling, love, and tattoos.

👉 Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories, Bollywood nostalgia, and some wonderfully unfiltered moments only Cyrus can pull off.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American dancer and actress Lauren Gottlieb joins Cyrus Says and drops bomb after bomb — from working with Tom Cruise on Tropic Thunder, pitching Britney Spears (but choosing JLo), and the time Tobey Maguire fired her!

She also reflects on her whirlwind life: from dancing on Glee and So You Think You Can Dance, to shifting to India, doing Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, starring in ABCD, and becoming a desi at heart (almost).

🎧 Expect stories about:

Getting personally called by Tom Cruise
How she ended up training him for MTV
Choosing JLo over Britney!
Getting fired by Tobey Maguire on a Hollywood set
Working on Glee, puking in a trashcan, and getting written into the show!
Moving to India, struggling with aunties, accents, and culture shock
Representing India at the Oscars for Naatu Naatu

This is one of the wildest ride episodes we've done. From Hollywood madness to Mumbai monsoons — Lauren's done it all.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyrus and Shreyas Manohar return for a chaotic yet insightful episode covering everything from iconic restaurants to superhero hypotheticals. They begin with the news about Jimmy Boy, the beloved Parsi eatery forced to shut down just before its 100th year—only for Shreyas to clarify that the legacy continues across Mumbai in the form of takeaways and pop-ups.

The episode also ventures into what one should do in a zombie apocalypse, before moving into a sharp comparison between comedy scenes in New York and India. They cap things off with a funny discussion about Superman landing in Maharashtra—and MS Dhoni trademarking the phrase “Captain Cool.” Is it branding genius or just peak Dhoni?

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful episode of Cyrus Says, journalist and author Rudraneil Sengupta joins Cyrus to talk about his deeply researched book The Beast Within, which explores the raw, real world of Indian wrestling and the socio-cultural landscape that surrounds it.

From the akhadas of Haryana to the rise of female wrestlers like the Phogats, Rudraneil shares what it was like to witness a society where women in veils live alongside girls training in wrestling singlets — a striking portrait of tradition clashing with progress. He also recounts stories of Chandgi Ram and the early days of resistance to women’s wrestling, leading to the eventual rise of Mahavir Phogat and his daughters.
The conversation also touches on sexual misconduct scandals, the resilience of women athletes in the face of fear, and what we can learn about culture by truly immersing ourselves in it.
Rudraneil also opens up about the darker realities he uncovered while writing the book — stories of missing children, ineffective policing, and the silent heroes fighting to make a difference. With vivid characters like Meera and ACP Sophia, and insights into gymnastics, Virat Kohli, this episode is both wide-ranging and deeply rooted in truth.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this deeply honest and entertaining episode of Cyrus Says, veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi returns to the studio — not just as a performer, but as a storyteller, stand-up comic, and motivator. He opens up about how fear shaped his life, how language and theatre gave him wings, and how he's embraced reinvention in every season of his journey.

Cyrus and Ashish dive into everything — from acting in 11 languages and doing 300+ films, to judging food shows, launching a musical storytelling performance, and starting stand-up comedy at 60! Ashish shares his hilarious struggles with math, the joy of instant audience feedback, his tech tools for vlogging, and a moving reflection on childhood fears that still guide him today.

Expect laughter, wisdom, GoPro tips, food talk, and soulful stories — all wrapped up in Ashish’s signature warmth and wit.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hilarious and candid episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with stand-up comedian Siddhartha Shetty, blending sharp comedy with relatable life stories. The conversation dives into Sid’s rise as a comedian while balancing a full-time corporate job in construction equipment sales, and how he keeps his natural Mumbai charm on stage. From BMC bridge rants and corporate jargon like “aligned” and “circle back”, to memories of teenage romance in Gorai and the trials of growing up Shetty without owning a restaurant, the episode is packed with Mumbai nostalgia and humour.
The AMA section brings even more fun — covering space travel dreams, cheap aviation ideas, vada pav business schemes, and quirky reflections on modern relationships and meme culture.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this action-packed episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia takes us through his incredible journey — from the chaos of managing 10,000 extras on the set of Lagaan to leaving Aamir Khan behind as the production bus drove off in Bhuj. Apoorva opens up about how he brought Hollywood-style discipline to Bollywood, sharing hilarious and intense moments from the shoot.

He also recounts his terrifying skydiving experience in Thailand, where a parachute failure led to a crash landing and a broken leg — and how he was made to jump again immediately to conquer the fear. Add to that his obsession with superbikes, wild biker gang adventures, and stories of working with legends like Mira Nair, Ang Lee, and on The Sopranos.

This is a conversation filled with adrenaline, humour, and surprising insights into filmmaking, stunts, and life itself. Don’t miss it!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.