In this very special episode of the Mashq Records Podcast, RJ Umar Nisar welcomes one of his all time favourite storyteller, Sajid Ali, the visionary director of Laila Majnu. A filmmaker who made us all cry, reflect, and fall in love with madness through his art, Sajid Ali opens up about the making of Laila Majnu, his inspirations, and his personal journey as a storyteller.Together, they explore Kashmir, cinema, art, love, pain, and the timeless story of Laila and Majnu , retold in a way that still resonates deeply with audiences. The conversation also dives into the impact of Rockstar, the creative genius of his brother Imtiaz Ali, and how their shared vision continues to shape modern Indian cinema.Highlights from this episode include:

• Sajid Ali’s childhood and entry into cinema
• The idea behind retelling Laila Majnu and collaborating with Imtiaz Ali
• Imtiaz Ali’s vision: “kaam hi break hai” — and what drives his storytelling
• The cinematic parallels of Rockstar and Laila Majnu
• Why Kashmir became the perfect backdrop for Laila Majnu
• Defining love after making the film
• Chemistry between Avinash Tiwary and Triptii Dimri
• Casting choices and preparing actors for emotionally heavy scenes
• Music as the heartbeat of the story
• Behind-the-scenes stories and Sajid Ali’s favorite shots
• Balancing classic romance with a modern narrative
• Reflections on Chamkila, the necessity of pain in art, and creative honesty
• Personal thoughts on life, mental health, happiness, and hope

This episode is more than a film discussion... it’s about cinema, legacy, love, madness, and the vision of two brothers shaping stories that stay with us forever.

In this episode of the Mashq Records Podcast, RJ Umar Nisar sits with Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, for an open and straightforward conversation about life, leadership, and the future of Kashmir.They talk about childhood, daily routines, happiness, stress, mistakes, and the pressure of governing a place as complex as Kashmir. Omar Abdullah shares his views on politics, peace, climate change, youth careers, social issues, national challenges, and the role of truth in public life. This conversation goes far beyond politics and press statements.Key topics in this episode:

• Childhood and early influences
• Myths people believe about him
• Happiness, mental health, and personal fears
• Climate change and its impact on Kashmir
• Making young people career-ready
• Why he chose politics
• Who actually holds power in Kashmir
• Political mistakes and regrets
• Reservation, bulldozer politics, and policy debates
• Kashmiri Pandit exodus
• Fragile peace in the Valley
• Rising crime and social changes in India
• Money and manipulation in politics
• AI, deepfakes, and the future of political messaging
• Kashmir’s next decade and the kind of leadership it needs

... and much more....This episode is simple, honest, and made for young listeners who want to understand politics without noise or drama.© Mashq Records – PodcastHost: RJ Umar Nisar