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In this episode, Asim and Sujoy are holding things down without Amrita — what started as a casual catch-up turns into a wider conversation about where Bollywood is right now.

We get into the current slump at the box office, why modern romcoms aren’t landing the way they used to, and the growing feeling that a lot of what’s coming out just isn’t connecting anymore. Along the way, we talk awards drama, stand-up comedy, industry fatigue, and what audiences actually want from Hindi cinema.

It’s a looser episode than usual, but one that ends up going a bit deeper than expected.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro
01:00 – Bollywood slowdown & Dhurandhar fatigue
02:15 – Awards shows & industry credibility
04:00 – Why Bollywood feels irrelevant right now
05:55 – Indian stand-up comedy discussion
10:00 – “We have morals… and no money”
14:45 – Akshay Kumar & Bhoot Bangla
17:05 – Why romcoms aren’t working
20:00 – Dharma & the hype problem
24:00 – Kriti Sanon discourse
28:00 – Korean movie recommendations
35:15 – Project Hail Mary review
42:40 – Bait (Riz Ahmed)
46:00 – British media & diversity

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In this episode, the Khandaan gang dives into Bollywood conspiracy theories we might actually believe…Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy go full filmi conspiracy mode. From the long-standing mystery around Divya Bharti’s death to whether Bollywood box office numbers are quietly manipulated, and even the authorship of Kal Ho Naa Ho, nothing is off limits.Expect wild theories, sharp takes, and just enough disclaimers to avoid legal trouble.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 - Intro: “Don’t sue us” disclaimer

00:38 - Why conspiracy theories are everywhere

00:45 - Divya Bharti: accident or something else?

05:52 - Are Bollywood box office numbers inflated?

09:36 - Kal Ho Naa Ho: who really directed it?

13:55 - Final thoughts + your conspiracy theories

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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy dig into the reaction around Dhurandar 2—from audience hype to questions around storytelling, politics, and whether it’s even worth your time. Sujoy shares a full spoiler breakdown, while the team unpack the film’s reception and what it says about Bollywood right now. Plus, quick takes on Subedar, a Malayalam wrestling drama, and a heartfelt listener message as Khandaan crosses 300 episodes. Expect sharp takes, film nerdery, and a few unexpected tangents along the way.

Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups & intro
03:00 – Dhurandar 2 reactions and debate
18:30 – Spoiler discussion & politics in the film
38:30 – Subedar review
44:30 – Malayalam wrestling film chat
49:30 – Listener mail & 300 episode reflections

4. Credits
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Asim’s monthly Letterboxd deep dive — what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised him — is now up exclusively on Patreon.

In this episode, Asim, Amrita, Sujoy — and returning guest Yamini — revisit Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge, David Dhawan’s gloriously chaotic 2000 rom-com starring Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor. What follows is a mix of nostalgia, disbelief, and reluctant admiration as we unpack the film’s unhinged plotting, iconic soundtrack, and undeniable star chemistry. Expect debates on toxic fandom, Bollywood’s Europe obsession, Salman’s… unique flirting techniques, and why this film somehow still works despite itself — plus listener shoutouts and a quick catch-up before the madness begins.

Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups & guest return
05:00 – Should we even watch certain Bollywood films?
15:45 – Main Review: Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge
40:00 – Salman & Karisma: chemistry vs content
55:00 – Songs, nostalgia & final thoughts

Shownotes:

Nachinola Ninja short film

Aag Lage Basti Mein Trailer

Credits
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In our last episode we talked about the *worst Bollywood remakes* — so now it’s time to celebrate the ones that actually worked.

Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy dive into the *best remakes in Bollywood history, discussing why films like **Baazigar, Dev D, Agneepath, and Parineeta* succeed where so many others fail. From Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic anti-hero debut to Hrithik Roshan’s most intense performance, we break down how these remakes adapted their originals and made them unforgettable.

Expect nostalgia, film nerdery, and a few controversial honourable mentions along the way.

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⁠Patreon Exclusive:⁠ We recorded a bonus video episode where we debate AI-generated “movies,” tech hype vs reality, and launch a new idea for a recurring Rewatchables series. Join us on Patreon to watch and weigh in.

In this milestone 300th episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy take stock of Khandaan’s journey — from lockdown comfort-listening to surviving pandemics, political chaos, and some truly questionable movie choices (yes, Kyun Ki was #300).

We talk honestly about where Bollywood is right now: the lack of joy, the fatigue around current releases, and whether we still want to watch everything. Along the way, we respond to listener mail about Sanjay Leela Bhansali, debate art vs aesthetics, unpack Kohrra Season 2, react to O Romeo, and review The Bluff starring Priyanka Chopra — plus a wider conversation about her Hollywood trajectory and the “action star” box.

It’s reflective, a little ranty, occasionally bleak, but ultimately grateful — because 300 episodes later, we’re still here, still arguing, and still obsessed with desi cinema.

Timestamps
00:00 – 300 episodes & the world on fire
08:15 – Is Bollywood losing its joy?
15:40 – Listener mail: Bhansali debate
25:30 – O Romeo review
33:50 – Kohrra Season 2
42:20 – The Bluff & Priyanka in Hollywood

4. Credits
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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit Kyun Ki — Priyadarshan’s 2005 “romantic tragedy” starring Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Jackie Shroff and Om Puri — and try to figure out what on earth happened. Is this a misunderstood melodrama? A chaotic remake experiment? Or peak mid-2000s Bollywood madness? From mental asylum tropes and questionable Rorschach tests to lobotomies, disco flashbacks, and one very tragic swimming pool, we unpack the film’s wild tonal swings and that infamous ending. Expect the usual Khandaan mix of nostalgia, sharp side-eyes, soundtrack detours (hello Kunal Ganjawala), and a deep dive into Salman’s mid-2000s era — plus a comparison to the original Malayalam version that Asim heroically watched for research.

Referenced in this episode:
• Salman Khan press conference clip: https://youtu.be/PSRteZ3LW3o?si=SA4hyjWfCy6FPGU-
• Rediff article discussed: https://im.rediff.com/movies/2005/oct/31khan.htm

⏱️ 3. Optional Timestamps / Segments
00:00 – Catch-ups & Salman’s chaotic era
05:10 – What even is Kyun Ki? Plot breakdown
20:30 – Mental health, masala-fication & Priyadarshan remakes
33:45 – The ending (yes, we spoil it)
44:00 – Patreon picks & what’s next

👥 4. Credits
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Produced by Khandaan Podcast
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This week, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit Devdas — Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s maximalist epic that continues to divide audiences 20+ years later. Joined by Saleha Salam, we unpack Shah Rukh Khan’s most self-destructive hero, Aishwarya Rai as Bhansali’s ultimate muse, Madhuri Dixit’s scene-stealing Chandramukhi, and the film’s strange, enduring grip on pop culture.

Is Devdas a tragic romantic, a spoiled coward, or both? Does the excess heighten the emotion — or drown it? And why does this soundtrack still hit so hard? Expect sharp takes, Bengali masculinity discourse, and full-throated Dola Re Dola appreciation.

Highlights
– Shah Rukh vs Dilip Kumar comparisons
– Aishwarya, Madhuri, and the Bhansali muse dynamic
– The eroticism and darkness inside Devdas
– Why the music remains iconic
– Devdas’ cultural afterlife

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