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This week, Asim, Amrita, Sujoy, and special guest

Twenty years later, does Karan Johar’s infidelity epic still work?

Expect classic Khandaan chaos, emotional damage,

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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit Yeh Dillagi — the glossy 90s rom-com that gave us Ole Ole, soft-boy Akshay Kumar, and peak “pretty boy” Saif Ali Khan.

From Kajol’s unforgettable makeover arc and the film’s Sabrina roots to wildly outdated rich-people morality, rain-song dream logic, and VHS-era capitalism, the gang dives deep into why this movie still works as a nostalgia machine.

Expect conversations about 90s fashion, Bollywood’s disappearing rom-com energy, questionable drunk acting, random Karisma Kapoor cameos, and why every rich family in Hindi cinema apparently owned plastic lawn chairs.

Plus: the soundtrack absolutely slaps. 

03:20 – Introducing Yeh Dillagi
08:20 – Sabrina comparisons and Kajol nostalgia
17:10 – Saif, classism, and 90s morality
23:20 – Champagne ads, Shimla businessmen, and hilarious “wealth” aesthetics
29:15 – Soft Akshay Kumar appreciation hour
30:10 – Soundtrack deep dive: Ole Ole, Hothon Pe Bas & more
37:20 – Dream sequences, rain songs, and background extras
43:40 – Random observations and Karisma Kapoor cameo discourse
47:00 – Final thoughts on why Yeh Dillagi still matters

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This week on Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we return to a full-length catch-up episode and immediately spiral into discussions about playback legends, celebrity reinventions, political memes, and why the internet has suddenly decided Diljit Dosanjh is the hottest man alive.

We begin with a tribute to Asha Bhosle and what made her such a singular figure in Indian music. From cabaret songs and ghazals to Brit-Asian remixes and Gorillaz collaborations, we talk about the career of someone who never allowed herself to be boxed into one era or one sound.

Then we move onto Aamir Khan and his increasingly public phase of self-analysis. Are the flop narratives overblown? Has Bollywood itself lost confidence in what audiences want? And why does every Aamir interview suddenly feel like a live therapy session?

Elsewhere in the episode:

Karan Johar finally gets his Met Gala validation

The strange online discourse around Diljit’s global rise

Why comparing Diljit to Sidhu Moosewala reveals bigger conversations about class and celebrity

Vijay’s political victory and influencer politicians

50 50 - Pakistani sketch comedy from the 80s altering brain chemistry

Korean movie recommendations

And several completely unnecessary detours along the way

Chapters
03:10 Remembering Asha Bhosle
15:00 What’s happening with Aamir Khan?
26:45 Karan Johar and the Met Gala
32:40 Vijay’s political win & influencer candidates
38:05 Pakistani sketch comedy brain chemistry
40:15 Diljit Dosanjh on Fallon
44:00 Who could break through globally next?
47:00 Korean movie recommendations & Patreon picks

Amrita will be appearing on the Craft Lit channel

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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