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This week on Extra Shot of Chai, we're diving into all the drama, gossip, and unexpected revelations from Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan's Koffee With Karan episode! From Karan Johar's fallout with his favorite stars to their relationships and behind-the-scenes Bollywood drama, we've got plenty to say.

We're also taking a look back at Janhvi and Varun's film careers, breaking down their hits, misses, and everything in between. Which movies did we love, which ones could we have done without, and have they really lived up to the Bollywood hype? Let's just say we don't agree on everything!

It's Bollywood gossip, movie debates, reality TV drama, and plenty of unfiltered opinions. Grab your chai and join us for another episode of Extra Shot of Chai!

VOWs: 

ESOC Poll Pick: Promise by Sachet-Parampara.

Munni's Pick: Different by Marshaal Ahmad

Kavi's Pick: Pokito by Daddy Yankee and Diljit Dosanjh

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A Zack Knight night, a sari controversy, and a Koffee With Karan couch full of relationship opinions.

This week on Extra Shot of Chai, we recap our night out, swap watchlist recommendations, and unpack Natasha Thasan’s design-copying allegations involving Netflix’s Best of the Best and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan’s response. Where does inspiration end and copying begin, especially when cultural traditions enter the conversation?

Then it’s Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s turn on Koffee With Karan, and apparently everyone has a verdict. The proposal! The rings! The relationship dynamics! But are viewers spotting genuine red flags, or is the internet reading too much into a reserved man and his bubbly partner?

We also discuss Karan Johar opening up about loneliness and his own search for love.

Grab your chai—we’re weighing in!

VOWs: 

ESOC Poll Pick: Chann from Udta Teer

Kavi's Pick: Kiliye From Arm

Munni's Pick: Judaii from I-Popstar Vol 2, Anmol Salh

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In this episode of Extra Shot of Chai, our watchlists are getting longer, Bollywood’s headlines are getting heavier, and Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor have the internet playing matchmaker.

From celebrity security scares and Imran Khan’s immigration controversy to reactions to Ramayana and questionable celebrity meet-and-greets, there’s plenty to unpack. Then, we head to the Koffee With Karan couch for old stories, unexpected comments, and the chemistry that has everyone talking.

Join Munni and Kavitha for watchlist verdicts, Bollywood side-eyes, nostalgic shipping, and the usual amount of completely unnecessary opinions.

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ESOC Poll Pick: Jhumka Patola from Yeh Prem Mol Liya

Munni's Pick: Nach O Bulleya by Roach Killa and Zain Zohaib

Kavi's Pick: Jai Jai Ram from Ramayana

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In this episode of Extra Shot of Chai, we’re talking about Nana Patekar, an actor whose intensity, dialogue delivery, and comic timing have made him unmistakable. 

We explore his background, his journey from theatre into films, and the performances that shaped his career. From the fiery Krantiveer to the emotional Khamoshi and the unforgettable Uday Shetty in Welcome, there’s much more to discuss than his famous one-liners.

We also address the controversies surrounding him, including Tanushree Dutta’s allegations and his response, while reflecting on his contribution to Hindi and Marathi cinema.

Grab your chai and join us for a conversation about memorable movies, complicated legacies, and an actor who always commanded attention.

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ESOC Poll Pick: Nal Nal Ve - Darshan Raval 

Kavi's Pick: I Really Do - Karan Aujla 

Munni's Pick: Maheya - Asim Azhar, AARYAN, Rovalio

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In this episode of Extra Shot of Chai, Kareena Kapoor sits down with Mira Rajput, and we have thoughts. Is the pairing really awkward, or is everyone else making it more uncomfortable than it actually is?

We also discuss the reported revival of Alia Bhatt and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Inshallah and debate who should step into the leading-man role. Plus, Rakul Preet Singh responds to reports linking her to Income Tax searches, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani share their baby news, and the first look at Ramayana has our attention—but are we buying Ranbir Kapoor as Rama?

Then, the conversation takes a serious turn as we discuss the non-consensual AI deepfake targeting Janhvi Kapoor, the support she received, and the larger questions it raises about consent, accountability, and online safety.

Grab your chai and join Munni and Kavitha for Bollywood news, honest reactions, and plenty to debate.

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ESOC Poll Pick: Bindaas from Jailer 2

Munni's Pick: Dil From Coke Studio Nu.WAV

Kavi's Pick: Yeshanagula from Paradise 

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In this episode of Extra Shot of Chai, we’re diving into the career of Bollywood’s soundtrack king and the “serial kisser,” Emraan Hashmi. From Murder and Gangster to Jannat, Awarapan, and beyond, we’re looking back at the films, music, and unconventional roles that made him one of the most recognizable stars of the 2000s.

We’re talking iconic soundtracks, morally complicated characters, career highs and lows, and the image that followed him for years. 

Grab your chai, because this one’s full of nostalgia, unforgettable music, career reinventions, and a whole lot of Emraan Hashmi.

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You know that feeling when a song you haven’t thought about in years comes on and you somehow still know every word?

This week on Extra Shot of Chai, Ramya joins us to revisit the songs we loved but somehow forgot existed. We’re pulling out the unexpected favorites, the tracks that deserved more attention, and the ones that instantly take us back to a very specific time in our lives.

Come for the music memories, stay for the inevitable “wait, how did we forget this one?” moments. And tell us: what song would be on your forgotten favorites list?

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In this episode of Extra Shot of Chai, we’re coming off a magical weekend, falling down TikTok story-time rabbit holes, and catching up on everything happening in Bollywood.

From Mirzapur making the jump to the big screen and Toxic troubles to Kartik Aaryan’s next move, suspicious Bollywood blinds, and star-kid relationship rumors, there’s plenty of chai to get into.

Join us for Bollywood side-eyes, TikTok chaos, juicy blinds, new music, and the usual amount of completely unnecessary opinions.

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ESOC Poll Pick: Kaho Tu from Prem Keetanu

Munni Pick: Boohe Baarian  by Aditya Rikhari

Kavi Pick: Gujariya by Ben Parag, 

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Sometimes real life serves up stories more unbelievable than anything Bollywood could write.

This week on Extra Shot of Chai, we’re talking about ALPHA, and  the latest developments surrounding Disha Salian and Sushant Singh Rajput, and the tragic Lindsay Clancy case that has everyone debating mental health, motherhood, and what really happened.

Add in a juicy Bollywood blind, our usual side-eyes, and plenty of completely unnecessary opinions, and there is a lot to unpack over chai.

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ESOC Poll Pick: Tera Mera Rishta 2.0 from Awaarapan 2

Kavi's Pick: Afreen Afreen - Coke Studio by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Momina M

Munni's Pick: Stars by Manj Musik

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This Plot Is Too Bollywood to Be Real 🎬

Welcome back to Extra Shot of Chai — where we talk Bollywood, celebrity gossip, juicy blinds, rumors, and all the stories everyone is whispering about… with an extra shot of chai, of course. ☕👀

But every once in a while, a story comes along that sounds less like a blind and more like a Bollywood thriller.

In this episode, we dive into the tragic and mysterious death of Ketan Agarwal and the events surrounding his trip to Lohagad Fort. There’s romance, betrayal, secrets, unexpected twists—and honestly, a storyline that feels like Bollywood couldn't have written it better.

So grab your chai and settle in, because we're going down a very different kind of Bollywood rabbit hole this time.

And if you love celebrity blinds, Bollywood gossip, rumors, and the stories behind the headlines, you’re definitely in the right place. 🎬☕

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Poll Pick : Barsaat Lagdi Ae - By Darshan Raval

Munni: Russi Aa by Harsh Nussie

Kavi: Varreva Varreva from Lenin (Telugu)

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