Mere sangeet ke lessons chalte rahe, par mera dhayan sangeet mein nahi tha: Join Jyotika as she dives into the powerful 2000 film Astitva, a gripping drama by Mahesh Manjrekar th ... Read more
Mere sangeet ke lessons chalte rahe, par mera dhayan sangeet mein nahi tha: Join Jyotika as she dives into the powerful 2000 film Astitva, a gripping drama by Mahesh Manjrekar that explores secrets, suspicion, and the complex life of Aditi Pandit, played by the exceptional Tabu. When a mysterious inheritance from her former music teacher lands in her hands, her seemingly happy marriage is put to the test as her husband Srikant digs into the past. With award-winning performances and a story that challenges norms, Astitva is a film that redefines identity, loyalty, and truth. Tune in for a deep dive into this unforgettable tale! Read more
Celebrate Children's Day with us this week! In this episode we dive into Amole Gupte’s iconic film, Stanley ka dabba. Life Bahot Simple Hai, Gol Gol Mat Bol l Stanley, a popular ... Read more
Celebrate Children's Day with us this week! In this episode we dive into Amole Gupte’s iconic film, Stanley ka dabba. Life Bahot Simple Hai, Gol Gol Mat Bol l Stanley, a popular fourth grader known for his creativity and humor, never brings lunch to school. He entertains friends and impresses his English teacher, but hides his real struggles. When his friends and a teacher discover his truth, they support him, helping him stand up to challenges and celebrate his talent, friendship, and resilience. To know more about this film and why Jyotika recommends it tune in to our podcast! Read more
'Paheli' is a Bollywood fantasy film released in India on 24 June 2005. It is a remake of the 1973 Hindi movie Duvidha by Mani Kaul. It was directed by Amol Palekar and produced by ... Read more
'Paheli' is a Bollywood fantasy film released in India on 24 June 2005. It is a remake of the 1973 Hindi movie Duvidha by Mani Kaul. It was directed by Amol Palekar and produced by Juhi Chawla, Aziz Mirza, Sanjiv Chawla and Shah Rukh Khan, who also plays the male lead. Paheli is based on the short story written by Vijayadan Detha in Rajasthani language and tells the story of a wife (Rani Mukerji) who is left by her husband (Shah Rukh Khan) and visited by a ghost, disguised as her husband, who is in love with her and takes her husband's place. Sunil Shetty, Juhi Chawla, Rajpal Yadav and Amitabh Bachchan have supporting roles in the film. The movie opened the ninth Zimbabwe International Film Festival at the Libertie Cinema Complex in Harare. It was also screened at both the Sundance Film Festival and the Palm Springs International Film Festival. To know more about this film and why Jyotika recommends it tune in to our podcast! 🫶 Read more
"Ajnabee" (2001) is a Bollywood thriller directed by Abbas-Mustan. The film follows Raj Malhotra (Bobby Deol), a wealthy businessman, and Priya (Kareena Kapoor), his wife, who beco ... Read more
"Ajnabee" (2001) is a Bollywood thriller directed by Abbas-Mustan. The film follows Raj Malhotra (Bobby Deol), a wealthy businessman, and Priya (Kareena Kapoor), his wife, who become embroiled in a complex web of deceit and betrayal. As secrets are revealed, a “seemingly perfect”marriage turns out to be a facade. The movie explores themes of love, loyalty, and deception, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Read more
In the latest episode, we dive into Ketan Mehta’s iconic film, Mirch Masala. Released in 1987, Mirch Masala is a hard-hitting drama set in colonial India, focusing on a group of vi ... Read more
In the latest episode, we dive into Ketan Mehta’s iconic film, Mirch Masala. Released in 1987, Mirch Masala is a hard-hitting drama set in colonial India, focusing on a group of village women who bravely stand together to protect one of their own from a subedar (tax officer). With powerhouse performances by Smita Patil and Naseeruddin Shah, the film shines a light on themes of women’s empowerment, resistance, and the fight against oppression. Directed by Ketan Mehta, National award winning Mirch Masala is lauded for its gripping storyline, vibrant visuals, and bold portrayal of female strength. A film that is perhaps forgotten but must be watched by all! Read more
