That's What Shree Said

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Some fleeting thoughts. Link to my first ever international podcast that I host and produced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGSIcPFvspU&t=113s

You've heard of the popular maxim ‘show, don't tell'. But when it comes to Gaurav Jain, who's worked with companies like Star and Hotstar, I'd say ‘show then tell' seems like a better fit. You'll see what I mean when you listen to the episode in full. This conversation takes us to midnights at the Hotstar office in Mumbai where G and his team were strategising and creating groundbreaking content, a sunny Central Park afternoon in New York with his daughter and wife, but most importantly, to his mind; the movies he's watched, the books that he's devoured, and the memes that he just. can't. stop. sharing. It's a supremely chill conversation, that tastes best, with some 'pink gin' and tonic. There are some great insights + anecdotes along the way too, especially if you're interested in the content business. Subscribe to shreemail, my newsletter around pop-culture: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/

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If you haven't listened to part 1 of this conversation, it's literally a tap away?? For Part 2, we start off with a rapid fire. Then, we understand what are some of the retail metrics they use to run a store like Capsul, some of the brand values that they believe in (which has led to partnerships with brands like Budweiser and Hoovu Fresh), and some words of caution and pieces of advice for anyone who wants to start out in the world of streetwear. It's a fun conversation. Fun fun fun. Follow Bhavisha: https://www.instagram.com/bhavishad/ Follow Meenakshi: https://www.instagram.com/travelintrunk/ Shop from Capsul: https://www.shopcapsul.com/ Say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ Picture used in the cover belongs to VOGUE. All rights reserved by them.

They're not just the ‘PUMA girls'. With Capsul, India's first multi-brand streetwear store, co-founders Bhavisha Dave and Meenakshi Singh have created a quiet revolution against the behemoth called fast fashion. It's a revolution that you can wear. In the first part, get to know how working for PUMA might just become a dream job for you, why Jalandhar might be a bigger streetwear market than Mumbai, and why 99 Specialty dosa is Bhavisha's go-to eating spot in the city. Part 2 coming soon. Follow Bhavisha: https://www.instagram.com/bhavishad/ Follow Meenakshi: https://www.instagram.com/travelintrunk/ Shop from Capsul: https://www.shopcapsul.com/ Say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ Picture belongs to VOGUE. All rights reserved by them.

On the 50th (!) episode of this podcast, I talk about how SOS by SZA has caused a generational musical revolution. And sorta saved my life. Subscribe to my 'shreemail', my newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ (pod) https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ (me) @ me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz

We'll do a screen-by-screen analysis of the backend of my 4-year old show's #SpotifyWrapped2022 The 50th episode of the show will be recorded live at Cubbon Park this Sunday, 4th December. Please come if you're in Bangalore? If not, do this: Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Say hi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz

It's a rhetorical question lol. I talk about how the latest album 'The Car' is their most vulnerable, cinematic, and meta work yet. Subscribe to my amaze newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ (pod) https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ (me) @ me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz #arcticmonkeys #thecar

The answer is fuzzy. I'll also be recommending three albums for the autumn/winter season that'll help you bring some warmth. Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Say hello on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreevar-chhotaria-57524b147/ @ me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz

Change is inevitable, no? Follow the show on your favourite audio platform. And Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreevar-chhotaria-57524b147/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz

Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers has been classified as Kendrick's most personal yet least consistent album yet. I really think you should still listen to it though. Why? Listen to the episode to find out. Join me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Please DM if you liked this episode? I feel really happy when I read your messages. Subscribe to my gyaan-free newsletter, shreemail: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Please 'follow' the show so that you know when the next episode drops. Thanks for listening! #kendricklamar #mrmorale #bigsteppers

It's okay even if you haven't watched the show. In this spoiler-free audio essay, I look at how the Adam Scott starrer 'Severance' makes you feel lonely: with the help of cinematography, music, and liminal spaces. Join me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Please DM if you liked this episode? I feel really happy when I read your messages. Subscribe to my gyaan-free newsletter, shreemail: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Please 'follow' the show so that you know when the next episode drops. Thanks for listening! #AdamScott #Severance #AppleTV #BenStiller

Aanchal Bordoloi has created waves in the indie music scene. We wanted to catch up with her before the tsunami hits the shore. Follow our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Fun stuff only. If you liked the show, please share it a friend?

If you've seen The Batman (2022), you'll know that the film has become an instant classic. But what does the grunge era's most successful band have to do with it? Follow the show on the platfrom you're reading this so you know when I release the next episode. Become a part of my Instagram community. Fun stuff only: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ BUY ME A COFFEE if you wanna help me keep this thing going: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar #MattReeves #RobertPattinson #ZoeKravitz #Nirvana #KurtCobain

Gehraiyaan is perhaps the most polarising Hindi film in recent memory. While I didn't necessarily love the film, it definitely evoked some intense emotions. And the ending added a touch of zing that made me want to record this episode. What did it really mean though? Follow the show on the platfrom you're reading this so you know when I release the next episode. Become a part of my Instagram. Fun stuff only: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ BUY ME A COFFEE if you wanna help me keep this thing going: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar

Shark Tank India has perhaps changed the face of Indian television. A few ago years though, another reality show revolutionised not just Indian TV, but the 'young Indian mindset.' Somewhere along the way though, they lost track. What happened? Follow the show on the platfrom you're reading this so that you know when I release the next episode. Become a part of my Instagram. Fun stuff only: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ BUY ME A COFFEE if you wanna help me keep this thing going: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar

No, I don't believe in soulmates, but I think Instagram Reels and 2021 were made from each other. From Love Nwantiti's Uleee to Runaway by Aurora's Wayaaaating, we saw reels that were cringe, catchy, and fun, sometimes all at once. Siddharth Gupta, a ‘musical comedy' specialist decodes and dissects eight reels on three judging scales. And tries to sing them to. Follow the show on the platfrom you're reading this so that you know when I release the next episode. Become a part of my Instagram. Fun stuff only: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Liked Siddharth Gupta? You'll love him here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siddharthh_gupta/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9YhjT_bzW3oNCZfhatnxuQ

Casey Neistat changed vlogging forever. But have you ever thought about his impact on music? Hint: It's huge. Support this independent show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar. You help this thing go on, seriously. Follow the podcast on Instagram @_thatswhatshreesaid_: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Fun stuff only. #YouTube #Podcast #NYC

"Bro, this is Pune. Even our after parties have after parties." But really, Raj Kadam and Pune are both soooo much more than just parties. Listen to the full episode to find out what I mean! It'd be really chill if you became a member of our smol community or even did a one-time support by clicking on this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar Follow @_thatswhatshreesaid_ on IG: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Fun stuff only.

With Netflix's mega success in 'Squid Game', has Korea finally arrived? Hear the full episode to find out. :D Support this independent show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar. You help this thing go on! Follow the podcast on Instagram @_thatswhatshreesaid_ for fun stuff only: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ P.S. Don't forget to answer the poll and the question if you're reading this on Spotify!

Design is a funny thing. Emily Zugay would know. Her viral TikTok videos almost single-handedly showed the big bad corporations (and in effect, the older generations) what 'contemporary' graphic design looks like. Not all of it, but definitely a part of it. Also, help me continue to make more episodes for you! It'd be really chill if you became a member of the community or even did a one-time support by clicking on this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar. It's quite affordable tbh. Like literally 1/4th of what actual Starbucks coffee costs. UPI (GPay fam where u at!!!) is accepted, and in fact, highly appreciated! (Also, please message me @_thatswhatshreesaid with the name/nickname that you'd like on your personalised laptop sticker) Shoutout to Atif, Aparajito, Armaan, Yash, Bharat, Siddharth, Johanna, Prachi, Furqan, Arya and my fam for buying the first few rounds of coffee!!! Links to all the articles mentioned: 1) https://www.fastcompany.com/90672231/the-case-for-ugly-design 2) https://www.adweek.com/creativity/this-tiktoker-gave-brands-the-refresh-they-didnt-know-they-needed/ 3) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1LyTThf7V0 Follow @_thatswhatshreesaid_ on IG: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Fun stuff only.

Zines have a pretty epic story that spans about a 100 years. They've been through the motions of being in and out of vogue, but one thing is for sure: zines are one of the most experimental and fluid forms of media to have ever been created. Once you listen to the full episode, you'll understand why. Checkout: My zine 'KO': https://www.flipsnack.com/shreevz/ko-a-zine-by-shreevar-chhotaria.html Zinedabaad: https://www.instagram.com/zinedabaad/ Farside Collective: https://farsidecollective.com/home The show's IG handle is https://www.instagram.com/thatswhatshreesaidpod/ Fun stuff only.

I recently saw Shershaah on Amazon Prime Video. While the movie was decent, the 'Yeh Dil Maange More' phrase really stuck with me! Pepsi's ad agency, JWT, came up with the tagline in the late 90's, and I think it perfectly encapsulated the sentiment of that generation. Listen to the full episode to find out exactly how! Support the show if you can?? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar pls click here! The Shah Rukh + Indian Cricket Team ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGsOgjAQuY8 Cheers!

Some places open your eyes. While others, never let you sleep. 'Sleepless in Saket' is an episode that's really an exploration of a month I spent in Delhi, in the year 2017. I stayed in a ‘youth hostel' in Saket that ended up changing my life. I wrote this show in beats. Meaning, nothing was really scripted rigidly, we just spoke on the fly and the conversation took off. And yaar, it was super fun. This was hopefully the first of many. With these LIVE sessions, I wanna bring back what we missed out during the past few months: Having a real freakin' conversation. Offline. Catch up with all that happens on the pod on our IG: @thatswhatshreesaidpod Which city should host our next LIVE session? DM on the IG handle itself na? Seee yaa!

With Call Me If You Get Lost, Tyler uses success as a coping mechanism to get through an unsuccessful relationship. Message me @shreevz on IG or mail me at shreevarc@gmail.com with your thoughts or comments! We're doing a fun listener special for our next episode. Become a member of That Club By Shree! on Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/that-club-by-shree. We host some cool rooms every Thursday night at 10PM IST!

This episode took me a while to write and produce, for the simple fact that there's so much that's been packed into the 84-minute runtime of this Netflix special. I won't say much about this one. Just that Bo Burnham is a freaking genius. Watch the show. And listen to the episode. It'll stay with you. We're on Clubhouse as 'That Club By Shree!', where we do some fun rooms on music, cinema and comedy. Link to our Clubhouse club page: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/that-club-by-shree. Memberships are open. And free. We'll catch up there?

Not gonna lie, I was aboard the 'What Is This Cringe' train when I saw the 'Aurora Challenge' explode on Instagram Reels. But as it turns out, the song has had a huge impact on people. Not just the artist behind the song or the creator behind the filter. The song's legacy is unexpected, but important. Listen to the entire episode to hear what I'm talking about! This article that I refer to by Shephali Bhatt is here: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/how-runaway-aurora-filter-became-the-new-black-on-social-amid-these-sombre-times/articleshow/83093538.cms If you haven't followed the podcast on Instagram yet, it'd be awesome if you can check out @thatswhatshreesaidpod. We keep doing fun polls, discussions and posts on films, music and comedy. Aaajao, mazza aayega.

AIB and Advertising go back a long way. Tanmay Bhat and his motley crew did a video called 'A Tribute To Classic Indian Ads' featuring the a cappella group Voctronica, back in 2014. Cut to 7 years later, AIB doesn't really exist. But the brains that ran the show still do, albeit behind hyperactive individual IG accounts or clickbait-prone YouTube channels. I think with the CRED films, starring the affable Rahul Dravid to the raunchy [yes, that's how I'd like to describe him] Jackie Shroff, the writers have subverted what Indian advertising has done in the past. And that's pretty exciting for what lies ahead. Follow @thatswhatshreesaidpod on IG for fun stuff.

I watched this film about two weeks ago. But it's just one of those pieces of cinema that stay with you. In this 4-minute episode, I analyse COURT's distinctive approach to cinematography, and how the film is so much more than a mere courtroom drama. The film has been written and directed by Chaitanya Tamhane, and has been produced by Vivek Gomber, who has also acted in the film. Vira Sathidar, the protagonist of the film, recently passed away due to complications from COVID 19. May his soul rest in peace. This episode is dedicated to all those people who've been fighting to get through. Of course, episodes likes these aren't gonna magically improve what's happening around us. But even if it managed to entertain you for a mere 4 minutes of your day, I'll be more than happy. Stay safe. Love and strength, Shree.

"Bro if you haven't been to Goa during the pandemic, are you even Indian?" On the final edition of Cities In Cinema, we travel to the star of everyone's IG story: GOA! Niyati talks to us about her chill upbringing where having a beach view from school was a pretty normal thing, how Catholics have been finally represented well in Bollywood and why the Rohit Shetty Cinematic Universe deserves more respect and less eyeballs. Want more from the show? Give @thatswhatshreesaidpod a follow on IG! P.S. Order yourself some CRUNCH Granola from @crunch_granola_ if you haven't already. It's delicioussss.

Lucknow is perhaps the only city in the world where even a kantaap [slap] is delivered with kindness. Niharika, a visual artist, navigates us through the narrow lanes of Old Lucknow, filled with kebabs and traffic, to the 'Gurgaonfied' new parts of the city, with high-rises and SUVs alike. It's an atrangi episode that'll make you travel in time through the glorious past or the hopeful future, with the backdrop of a few important films based out of the city. Since this our 25th episode [!], our sponsors CRUNCH Granola and I have decided to do a small giveaway on @thatswhatshreesaidpod on Instagram. Give it a follow in the meantime, more deets coming real soon! #SayHolaToGranola #GranolaByCRUNCH

Ah, here we go again. It's Mumbai. How can a description ever suffice? Ami Bhansali, a young filmmaker whose short film made it to MAMI a couple of years ago, guides us through her hometown that's got very little space, but is still, a city of stars. Before you tuck into the episode, don't forget to DM 'SHREE' to 9979710404 to get CRUNCH Granola delivered to your home, anywhere across India. It's crunchy and DELICIOUS! #GranolaByCRUNCH #SayHolaToGranola

That Aseem Chhabra is the festival director of the New York Indian Film Festival and the writer of three extravagant Bollywood biographies is reason enough for him to be the perfect guest for our NYC episode. Listen to his anecdotes of living through the decades with cinema and New York, packed into an explosive one hour conversation. While listening, don't forget to DM 'SHREE' to 9979710404 to get CRUNCH Granola delivered to your home, anywhere across India. It's crunchy and DELICIOUS! #GranolaByCRUNCH #SayHolaToGranola

You've seen the seminal coming-of-age drama 'Udaan' right? If the answer is yes, you're in luck. Vidushi Singh, a film professional, guides us through her hometown's tryst with destiny and fame, with the lens of Udaan. Listen to the full episode to discover why Jamshedpur is called 'Jampot', what makes the city stand-out in the crowded 'small-town film' space and how the film turned to be an important turning point of Hindi cinema. While listening, don't forget to DM 'SHREE' to 9979710404 to get CRUNCH Granola delivered to your home, anywhere across India. It's crunchy and DELICIOUS! #GranolaByCRUNCH #SayHolaToGranola

"It's filthy, that's true. But it's also beautiful." Although you can say that about pretty much any Indian city, nothing really fits the bill like Calcutta. Samuel, who studied at the fancy Science Po university in France, speaks about Satyajit Ray, why staying in South Cal is a blessing, and why Vidya Balan is more bangali than any other bangali. Don't forget to DM 'SHREE' to 9979710404 to get CRUNCH Granola delivered to your home, anywhere across India. It's crunchy and DELICIOUS! #GranolaByCRUNCH #SayHolaToGranola

If you thought Delhi was only limited to Delhi 6, think again. Madhavi, Sahej and I discuss the cultures and subcultures that some films based out of Delhi have managed to capture. Did you agree with our list? Let me know @shreevz. Cities in Cinema is supported by CRUNCH Granola! DM the code 'SHREE' to 9979710404 to get 2O% more granola with your order, if you order before the 18th of January. They deliver across India. It's delicious AF, give it a try! #GranolaByCRUNCH #SayHolaToGranola

Plans for the first half of 2021! Share this podcast with a friend, it'll do them a solid!

Did you know that Comicstaan had a disastrous season in Tamil? Did you know that there's a thing called 'Hyderabadi Chinese'? Did you know that Vijay Deverakonda, unlike Arjun Reddy, is actually quite chill IRL? Gaah, Episode 18 with Swetha was nothing short of an 'overload of awesomeness and GK' and perhaps my favourite one yet. We spoke about sitcoms and improv in India, her amazing experience working at Fully Filmy and had a feisty AMA segment at the end that you don't wanna miss. Follow Swetha here: https://www.instagram.com/swaythaaa/?hl=en Follow Fully Filmy: https://www.instagram.com/fullyfilmy/?hl=en Have a great listen!

Hari, a freelance filmmaker from Chennai, calls himself a 'stereotypical' Tamil boy. But when you complete listening to this episode, you'll agree with me when I say that he's sooooo much more that! We spoke about how his college life in Pune humbled him, why Dhanush's brother Selvaraghavan has changed Kollywood for good and had a super AMA session [With your questions from IG!] at the end of the episode. Check out his work here: https://www.instagram.com/hari.s.ram/?hl=en Hope you had a safe and chill Diwali!

I've never been to South Africa. But Guneet's vicarious storytelling of tipsy NRI uncles or going to an all-girls convent school in Jo'burg really transports you to the city, and serves as a stark contrast to her college years studying journalism in Pune. In India, she's worked with organisations such as P. Sainath's People's Archive of Rural India and The Quint, which gave her an insight into how the definition of 'journalism' changes, depending on where you work. Madhavi and I had a thrilling chat with her, and I'm sure it'll be a great listen for you too!

Nairika worked as a DA on ‘Shakuntala Devi' released directly on Amazon Prime earlier this year. Hear the entire episode to know how she scored the gig, why filmmaking is respected in the UK and the surprising revelation that Ms. Vidya Balan is the biggest prankster on set. Follow her on instagram @wildcookiecutters Give this podcast a 'Follow' on Spotify, it'll help me make so much more stuff for you!

United Kingdom. The 199O's. At a time when Raj was trying his best to woo Simran and her bauji, a small yet significant part of the South Asian community went to nightclubs in the day, called 'daytimers', an afternoon rave of sorts where young adults partied to bhangra, drum n bass and old Bollywood songs. Although it's barely documented in popular culture, Riz Ahmed's short film called 'Daytimer' which was selected at Sundance a few years ago, provides a great window to this world, following the coming-of-story of a Pakistani teenager in 1999. This episode was made possible with the help of The Creativery, an independent design agency. Head to https://thecreativery.com/ to make a interactive or shoppable video. They're really good at it. Link to Riz Ahmed's short: https://vimeo.com/185824857https://vimeo.com/185824857

Satya made gangster cool in India. Based solely in Mumbai, the film had so much say and so much to show. I've tried to compress whatever I loved about the film in 4 minutes, but I strongly suggest you watch the picture yourself! This is show is nothing without the support of its listeners. For a mere subscription fee of Rs. 69/per year, get some freshly brewed episodes delivered straight to your WhatsApp chat, along with show notes and interesting reading material. Add: shreevarc@okhdfcbank to your UPI app! So long! that's what shree said.

On a rainy Andheri East evening in 2O19, my friend Siddharth and I discussed Vikas Behl's SUPER3O; what it meant it for him and how little it meant for me. Along the way, he delved into how engineering changed his life when he chose not do it, and how BOX8's delivery speed is too good to be true.

Hans Zimmer said no to Chris Nolan's Tenet because of Denis Villeneuve's Dune. Here, I've tried to imagine what the environment of Dune can look and sound like, with such an army of talented actors and technicians. I've done Voice-over for three characters, and my sister has chipped in for one. Happy Listening!

Bill boss sittin' criss-cross applesauce. What a proactive meme, right? Hear me out as I describe 4 albums that I absolutely adore. Give them a listen here: 1. blckswn by Smino: https://open.spotify.com/album/3bTjPEgPzm1XwXsNlMVHhs 2. Light Upon The Lake by Whitney: https://open.spotify.com/album/5yMCA6HdFAeL1aqUjxO3MO 3. Process by Sampha: https://open.spotify.com/album/2gUSWVHCOerKhJHZRwhVtN 4. Mala by Devendra Banhart: https://open.spotify.com/album/1Z69PSnbIBojgF9NBJbKca Take care.

Inspired by the Chennai-based alternative funk band Funktuation, Egmore Interlude is a mashup of an old Tamil track and a funk mix that I created on GarageBand. This is not an episode. But an interlude. Egmore Interlude.

Gully Boy, India's official entry to the Oscars, shares an interesting thread with Arvind Adiga's seminal, award-winning 'The White Tiger'. You'll be listening to a simplified analysis of the protagonists and how their journeys are defined by not just how far they've come, but also how they've made it to the top, driving past all the obstacles that came their way!

I talk about a 20 year old song which is more than relevant today. Happy (?) Listening.

I just completed my first day at work today, so I thought this theme would be fitting for a 2-minute episode! Let's see how this goes.