Podcast appearances and mentions of Javed Akhtar

Experience the magic of a grand live Mushaira from Shaam-e-Rekhta Mumbai, hosted by the Rekhta Foundation.Two of the greatest living legends of Urdu poetry, Javed Akhtar and Waseem Barelvi, come together on one stage for an unforgettable evening of ghazal, shayari and powerful poetic expression.Javed Akhtar delivers deeply moving verses on integrity, self-respect, relationships and the many contradictions of life. His much-loved poem Shatranj stands out as a sharp metaphor for injustice, power and human vulnerability.Waseem Barelvi brings his iconic lehja, emotional depth and timeless couplets on trust, survival, love and the art of living. His presence turns the evening into a memorable celebration of Urdu poetry.The Mushaira also features Aslam Hasan, Charagh Sharma, Pooja Bhatia, Madan Mohan Danish, Vijendra Singh Parwaz, Rajesh Reddy and Shamim Abbas. Together, they bring poems on love, memory, society, humour, pain and the everyday emotions that connect us all.Listen to this complete Grand Mushaira from Shaam-e-Rekhta Mumbai and relive an evening where every strong line finds its echo in the audience.Featured Poets:Javed Akhtar, Waseem Barelvi, Aslam Hasan, Charagh Sharma, Pooja Bhatia, Madan Mohan Danish, Vijendra Singh Parwaz, Rajesh Reddy and Shamim Abbas.

A book of Jaun Elia's poems no one had read — until now. Javed Akhtar launches Kyun and opens up the poet's hidden world.On Jaun Elia's birth anniversary, Jashn-e-Rekhta hosts the launch of Kyun, a collection of the legendary Urdu poet's previously unpublished work, compiled by Khalid Akhtar Ansari and Adeel Zaidi and released by Javed Akhtar. In conversation with Moin Shadab, Javed Akhtar and Jaun's niece Rukhsar Amrohi open up a side of the poet few have heard.Javed Akhtar unpacks Jaun's craft like only he can explaining sahl-e-mumtana, the deceptively hard art of writing in simple, everyday language while carrying immense poetic weight, and why Jaun's simplicity was a choice born of mastery, not a shortage of words. He calls Jaun's poetry an emotional lava that turns prose into verse, and reflects on the blunder of Partition through the life of a man whose country was Pakistan but whose soul never left Amroha.Rukhsar Amrohi shares intimate memories: the heavy silence that settled over their Amroha home after his migration in 1957, and his return years later when he knelt at the station to kiss the soil and embraced the trees of his old home like a man overjoyed. She also recalls the wasiyat he left her: to carry the family's poetic tradition forward.Javed Akhtar closes by reciting and decoding some of Jaun Elia's most iconic couplets.

World Environment Day may come around once a year, , but the questions it raises remain. As temperatures rise and green spaces shrink, the humble shajar feels less like a poetic image and more like a reminder of what sustains us.On this week's Urdunama, we explore the Urdu word shajar, meaning tree. In poetry, a tree is never merely part of the landscape. It can offer shade to a weary traveller, bear the fruits of patience and perseverance, or remind us of the roots that anchor us to our origins.Through verses by Bashir Badr, Javed Akhtar, Parveen Shakir and Qateel Shifai, Fabeha Syed traces the many meanings of shajar in Urdu poetry and reflects on why, in an age of climate change and environmental anxiety, this timeless symbol feels more relevant than ever. Tune in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Javed Akhtar didn't just write a love song — he wrote a map. Afreen Afreen moves through the beloved in four deliberate movements: body, face, eyes, hair. Each verse builds its own constellation of imagery before collapsing into that single refrain of wonder.In this episode we trace what Akhtar is doing beneath the melody that Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan made legendary — the Ajanta sculpture, the narcissus eye, the hair as dark catastrophe and chain. We also look at how Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and others have carried this piece across generations and genres.If you've known this song your whole life, this listen will change how you hear it.Kavinaama explores the Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi poetry tradition — one poem at a time. Hosted by Kshitij Kawatra and Burair Ashary.

A grand mushaira from Jashn-e-Rekhta Dubai, bringing some of Urdu poetry's most loved voices together on one stage.This Sunday Special captures the best moments from Dubai Mushaira 2025, where Javed Akhtar, Zehra Nigah, Waseem Barelvi, Abbas Tabish, Khushbir Singh Shaad, Sarosh Asif and Shakeel Jazib fill the evening with nazm, ghazal, wit, silence, applause and that rare mehfil energy only a live mushaira can create.From Javed Akhtar's sharp reflections to Zehra Nigah's grace, from Waseem Barelvi's emotional depth to Abbas Tabish's lyrical command, each poet brings a different shade of Urdu to the mic. The audience listens, responds and becomes part of the poetry itself.An episode for those who love Urdu, shayari, live performances and the feeling of being inside a hall where every verse lands straight in the heart.

Five shers. No resolution. Just a loneliness so precise it feels like it was written about you.Javed Akhtar's ghazal moves from a quiet, devastating opening — two people, two separate gods, two separate worlds — through indifference, exhaustion, and the slow death of even grievance, until it lands on an image that stays with you: a scream that rose, echoed, and sank, while everyone listened and no one moved.Kshitij and Burair sit with what makes this ghazal hit so hard — not ornate imagery or classical weight, but the opposite. Plain words. Enormous ache. And a radif, bhi nahin, that closes door after door until there's nothing left.

Javed Akhtar joins Saif Mahmood for a thoughtful and deeply relevant conversation on Urdu, secularism, language politics, and the cultural history of India. In this live session, they unpack how Hindi and Urdu grew from the same soil, sharing the same streets, emotions, and literary traditions long before politics tried to divide them.Javed Akhtar speaks candidly about why languages should never be tied to religion, and why Urdu belongs as much to India's cultural identity as Hindi does. He reflects on how younger audiences are rediscovering Urdu poetry through Devanagari script, even while traditional Urdu writing slowly declines.One of the most powerful moments of the discussion comes when he explains secularism in the simplest possible way. Not as a slogan, not as performance, but as something natural and essential, “like oxygen.” The conversation moves through literature, identity, public discourse, coexistence, and the emotional connection people still carry with language across generations.

Some nights are not just heard. They are felt.In this Grand Mushaira from the Jashn-e-Rekhta stage, some of India's most loved poets come together for an unforgettable evening of Urdu poetry, emotion, wit, reflection, and live mehfil energy. From the first sher to the final applause, the atmosphere carries the warmth of a packed audience listening, reacting, smiling, and sometimes falling completely silent.Hosted with grace and command by Azhar Iqbal, the evening moves through many shades of poetry. Ajm Shakari brings ghazals filled with heartbreak, pride, and emotional intensity. Nausha Israr speaks of homeland, hope, distance, and belonging. Shik Kaifi delivers sharp, memorable lines that make the audience pause and smile. Hilal Fareed brings poetry with a social and political pulse. Then comes Javed Akhtar, whose words cut through noise and reach straight into thought. The mehfil closes with the timeless elegance of Waseem Barelvi, reminding everyone why the ghazal still holds such power across generations.This episode is for anyone who loves shayari, ghazals, Urdu adab, live mushairas, and poetry that speaks about love, loneliness, truth, society, language, memory, and the delicate relationship between words and meaning.

Listen to Javed Akhtar live at Jashn-e-Rekhta in the grand mushaira filled with powerful shayari, sharp thought, and timeless Urdu poetry. This special session captures the voice, wit, and emotional depth that make Javed Akhtar one of the most admired poets and lyricists of our time. A must-listen for lovers of Urdu adab, live poetry, and classic mushaira culture.

What does patriotism sound like in poetry? In this thought-provoking episode, Javed Akhtar joins Anisur Rahman for a rich conversation on Urdu poetry, nationalism, identity, belonging, and the idea of nationhood in the subcontinent.Moving through literature and history, Javed Akhtar reflects on how Urdu poets responded to their times, how the language of patriotism changed across generations, and how poetry often carried both love for the nation and the courage to question it. The discussion explores what poets chose to honour, what they resisted, and how verse became a powerful public voice without losing emotional truth..YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/CjEwzdNjAGA?si=7m6BbhRJ1MYvIx7J

Javed Akhtar and Dr. Arfa Sayeda Zehra come together at Jashn-e-Rekhta Dubai for a powerful conversation on Urdu language, Urdu culture, and identity in today's world. From the fading of mother tongues to the rise of English, this episode explores why Urdu still matters, how language shapes society, and why poetry and storytelling continue to connect people across generations and borders. A must-listen for anyone who cares about culture, memory, and belonging..On YouTube: https://youtu.be/77S9Fw9dVD0?si=YbT1nSbvuxoMmX_9⁠

What if you could hold a crowd without a single cheap trick? We sit with Javed Akhtar Sahab to map the winding road from assistant director ambitions to a life built on sentences that sing. The story isn't mythic; it's practical; debate notes turned into letters, small rewrites on film sets, ghostwritten gags, and the gradual recognition that words were the real vocation.We dig into the ethics of clarity: how the same values speak different dialects depending on who's listening. Javed Sahab explains something crucial - mass appeal doesn't require vulgarity- and shows how attention is earned with structure, stakes, and rhythm. Deadlines become a surprising muse, revealing how urgency can kindle discipline when inspiration fails. Then the lens tightens on craft: the illusion of ease in songwriting and poetry, the patient drills no one sees, and the way a single word carries an entire neighborhood of memories into the listener's mind.There's sharp honesty here too. A self-described hardcore feminist, Javed Sahab shares why writing women-centered stories has been a struggle, tracing it to a childhood surrounded by strong, empowered women and a late awareness of domestic violence. That candor opens a larger look at mental first aid; how to name sharp traumas, how to notice slow-burn pain that stains the days, and when professional help is the wiser tool. We close by uniting passion and precision: poetry as the music of language, music as mathematics, and the creative paradox that demands both surrender and surgery. If you care about lyric writing, screenwriting, public speaking, or simply choosing better words, this conversation hands you a durable toolkit: read widely, memorize masters, respect the audience, and let the right kind of fear focus your work.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who writes, and leave a review with your favorite line; you'll help others find the conversation and keep the craft alive.Follow on Instagram @detangle_by_kinjal

In this Telugu podcast episode with Jagadish Vasudev, popularly known as Sadhguru, an Indian spiritual leader and the founder of the Isha Foundation, headquartered in Coimbatore, India;  we explore the life, philosophy, influence, and contradictions surrounding Sadhguru, one of the most widely discussed spiritual figures of our time. From his formative years and the defining experience at Chamundi Hills to the scale and functioning of the Isha Foundation, this conversation attempts to understand the man beyond labels, opinions, and surface narratives.The discussion moves through Sadhguru's early life, his views on learning, intelligence, and enlightenment, and what he believes is the true potential of human beings. He speaks about the difference between knowing through belief and knowing through experience, and why explanation alone cannot replace inner clarity. The episode also touches upon how spirituality is often misunderstood, oversimplified, or reduced to ideology in the modern world.Addressing controversies and criticism, Sadhguru responds to allegations, missing case narratives, land encroachment claims, and the resistance commonly faced by large spiritual institutions. He shares his perspective on why such challenges arise, how institutions like Isha function structurally, and the balance between expansion, responsibility, and transparency. We also discuss his recent brain surgery, how it altered his outlook temporarily, and the public debates he has engaged in within the digital and intellectual space, including exchanges with voices like Javed Akhtar.The conversation further explores mental health and how the term is increasingly used as a label rather than understood as a deeper psychological condition. Sadhguru shares his views on emotional well-being, inner stability, and the difference between medical intervention and inner discipline. Topics such as spirituality versus religion, the Adiyogi statue controversy, spiritual tourism, civilizational symbols, and national recognition including the Padma Vibhushan are discussed in a broader cultural context.If you're looking for a conversation that doesn't push conclusions but encourages reflection on life, consciousness, and how to live consciously in today's world, this episode might be for you.

Is bayan mein deen ki samajh, akhlaq aur Islami zindagi ki rehnumai bayan ki gayi hai.Jumma ke is khusoosi bayan se rohani hidayat aur ilm hasil karein.(0:00) Intro(0:02) Salam to listeners(0:07) Khutba, Qur'ani aayaat(0:27) Maulana Abuzar ka ta'aruf(2:25) Shadi ki dawaon ki haqeeqat(3:43) Bayan ka aghaaz: chaar shadiyon ka topic(4:09) Burhapa aur qabr ki haqeeqat(4:57) Jamia Islamia Burewala ka ta'aruf(5:54) Madaris ko sadqat dene ka ajar(7:07) Gunahon ki muafi ka zariya(7:51) Sadqa — Allah ke ghazab ko thanda karne wali cheez(8:33) Mufti Shamail debate ka hawala(9:39) Allah ki sifaat ka bayaan(10:35) Jhoot par qaim rishton ka anjaam(13:21) Apna ta'aruf khud karna(14:17) Allah ka ta'aruf jo Allah ne khud bayan kiya(14:42) Allah ke wajood par aqli daleelain(18:12) Dimagh ka sahih istemal kya hai?(20:05) Chaar shadiyan karne walon ka dunyawi Aur aakhirat haal(23:57) Ayyashi ki niyyat se shadiyan(24:21) Jihad ki niyyat se shadiyan(24:41) Be-izzati mehsoos na karne ka tareeqa(26:34) Andhi aankhein vs andhay dil(27:15) Atheist professor ke asar mein aaye talib-e-ilm ko mufti sahab ka jawab(29:42) Car parts ki complexity vs insan ke jism ki complexity(32:47) Bachpan aur jawani mein Sargodha ke yaadein(34:41) Urdu vs Punjabi — larrayi aur mazaaq ka farq(35:37) Kainaat khud nahi bani(36:04) Allah ki sifaat: ghazab, mohabbat aur rehmat(37:08) Love marriage ki ahmiyat(38:17) Hadith: do mohabbat karne walon ke liye nikah ki takeed(38:55) Mufti Rasheed Ahmed (ra) ki taleem — zabardasti shadi ka nuqsan(41:57) Apni pasand ka Islam banana(42:38) Zabardasti ki shadi ka anjaam(43:41) Atheist Javed Akhtar ke sawal “Gaza par zulm kyun?” ka jawab(49:00) Javed Akhtar ke liye mufti sahab ka paighaam(51:00) Musalman Gaza ke liye dua kyun karte hain?(51:42) Allah ke ahkaam(52:07) Muashrati gunah(53:16) Fajr ki namaz aur masajid ka haal(53:35) Gunahon par fori saza na milne ki wajah(54:36) Fir'aun vs aaj ka Musalman(55:57) Maut ka istehzar(57:33) Cigarette addict ki virasat ka anjaam(58:05) Qissa khatam nahi hota, shuru hota hai(58:27) Fir'aun ki bunyadi ghalti(1:00:06) Be-hayai — aaj ka bara almia(1:00:23) Ghair-zimmedar “GF culture” par tanqeed(1:02:27) Sharabi ki asal pehchan(1:03:22) Allah ko naraz karne wale kaam(1:03:40) Allah ke ghazab ko thanda karne ka zariya: sadqa(1:04:22) Mufti sahab ke dost ki “modern phuppo” ka waqia(1:05:40) Quaid-e-Azam aur Pakistani currency se muhabbat(1:07:20) Cousin ki shadi mein phuppo ka waqia(1:08:18) Sadqa dene ka ajar(1:08:52) Sadqa kitna diya jaye?(1:09:03) Latifa: dulhan ki khoobsurti ke mutabiq qazi ki fee(1:10:14) Crorepatiyon ka sadqa(1:10:49) Nabi ﷺ ka farman — behtareen sadqa(1:11:27) Har dua par “Aameen” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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ہندستان میں ہونے والے حالیہ مناظرہ میں وجود باری تعالی کےثبوت کے لئے حدوث (contingency) لامتناہی تسلسل (infinite regress) اور مستحیل عقلا (rational fallacy) جیسی اصطلاحات کے استعمال کے تعلّق سے کہا جارہا ہے کہ جب جاوید اختر خود (contingency, infinite regress and logical fallacy) کے تصّور کو سمجھ نہیں پارہے تھے (جسکا اعتراف انہوں نے مناظرے میں بار بار کیا) تو مناظرہ دیکھنے والے عوام الناس تو مزید شکوک وشبہات کا شکار ہو سکتے ہیں. اس مختصرلیکچر میں ان ابحاث کے ذریعے وجود باری تعالی کو ثابت کرنے کا طریقہ انتہای آسان مثالوں کے ساتھ سمجھایا گیا ہے جس سے ہرعام و خاص استفادہ کر سکتا ہے.?If everything must have a creator, then who created GodIn a recent public debate in India, arguments based on concepts like contingency, infinite regress, and logical impossibility were presented to support the existence of God. However, it was widely observed that Javed Akhtar himself openly admitted that he did not fully understand these philosophical ideas. This raises a broader concern: if debaters find these concepts difficult, then members of the general audience are even more likely to feel confused or uncertain after watching such debates.This discourse clarifies concepts that many may have found difficult to grasp and demonstrates how the existence of God can be established using the same arguments in a simplified form, making the reasoning accessible to both laypeople and educated audiences alike.

Javed Akhtar & Maulana Fight Over God's Existence | SanjayDixit Coaches Chicha, Allah is not Ishwar

This week in UIrdunama, we explore poems that live inside our zehn, meaning our mind. But this internal world of the zehn keeps colliding with the one that belongs to the heart and its jazbātiyat (emotion driven clarity) that won't be silenced. From Barelvi's guiding light in confusion, to Jazib's heart triumphing over intellect, to Javed  Akhtar's inner world in flames where only one surviving corner remains, these ashaar show how thoughts and feelings collide, break, and endure in every human experience. Tune in.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subhash Ghai's 1985 court room drama Meri Jung is our film of choice for this episode. The film stars Anil Kapoor, Meenakshi Sheshadhri, Nutan, Amrish Puri and Javed Jaffrey in pivotal roles. It was Ghai's maiden collaboration with leading man Kapoor - they would go on to make five other films in the next two decades. Puri's G.D Thakral is easily one of the best performances from a hind film villain in the 80's. His performance still towers through a film which at best is mediocre if reviewed now in hindsight of four decades. The film is also one of Javed Akhtar's popular solo works from the decade of 80's.We talk about the characters and their performances - some memorable some not too much. Please let us know what you think of our review of Arun Varma vs Thakral!

Adeel Afzal comes back on TPE for a podcast covering a wide range of topics.In this episode, we discuss content, Anwar Maqsood, Nationalism, Ram Gopal Varma, Identity, Punjabi Nationalism, Maryam Nawaz, TLP, Taliban, State Narratives, Punjab Police, Imran Riaz Khan's speech, and Adeel Afzal finally responding to Moeed Pirzada's nonsense.Adeel Afzal is a Pakistani actor, screenwriter, and social media personality.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction 2:00 Kum content bana rahay ho 6:00 House Arrest and Racist content on TV9:23 Nationalism and hate against others 17:20 Javed Akhtar and Ram Gopal Varma19:00 Identity21:39 Racism, PMLN and Punjabi Nationalism25:24 Taliban, Afghanistan and Arab States31:24 TLP, TTP and APS41:38 Conspiracy Theories and State Narratives46:00 Pukhtoon tribes and Syed Ahmed Shaheed50:14 State Narratives and the Establishment 56:57 Punjab vs Sindh water issues1:05:20 Punjab Police and CCD1:16:04 Pakistan Lost and the Pakistani Identity1:22:00 Language, Express, Urdu and English1:33:56 Imran Riaz Khan speech, Moeed Pirzada and PTI1:49:00 Standards of News reporting and Charlatans

Are Ye Kya Hua!? - Chicha Javed Akhtar Opposed to Afghanistan Foreign Minister's India Visit?

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Poet, lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar was recently invited to a Urdu literature festival in Kolkata and then saw the invite withdrawn after Muslim groups objected to his presence, on the grounds that he is an atheist. In this episode, he speaks with Alka Dhupkar about his atheism, why a community can't claim ownership over a language and why he's happy to receive abuse for his views from all religious groups.

साल 2019. X तब Twitter हुआ करता था. और इसी Twitter पर Writer-Journalist Aatish Taseer से उनकी नागरिकता छीनी गई. भारत सरकार ने कहा कि Aatish ने अपने Pakistani पिता Salman Taseer से अपने रिश्ते को छुपाया. जबकि Taseer ने कहा कि ये सब सिर्फ़ इसलिए हुआ क्योंकि सरकार उनसे नाराज़ थी. लेकिन ये किस्सा कई मामलों में आतिश की कहानी में एक turning Point भी साबित हुआ. क्योंकि वो कुछ ऐसी यात्राओं पर निकले जिनमें उनके कई सवाल छिपे थे. Padhaku Nitin के इस एपिसोड में यही Aatish Taseer हैं हमारे मेहमान. हमने उनसे की उनकी नागरिकता, उनके पिता Salman Taseer, उनकी मां तवलीन सिंह और सबसे ज़रूरी उनकी नई किताब The Return to Self पर बात. प्रड्यूसर: मानव देव रावतसाउंड मिक्स: सूरज सिंहDisclaimer: इस पॉडकास्ट में व्यक्त किए गए विचार एक्सपर्ट के निजी हैं

साल 2019. X तब Twitter हुआ करता था. और इसी Twitter पर Writer-Journalist Aatish Taseer से उनकी नागरिकता छीनी गई. भारत सरकार ने कहा कि Aatish ने अपने Pakistani पिता Salman Taseer से अपने रिश्ते को छुपाया. जबकि Taseer ने कहा कि ये सब सिर्फ़ इसलिए हुआ क्योंकि सरकार उनसे नाराज़ थी. लेकिन ये किस्सा कई मामलों में आतिश की कहानी में एक turning Point भी साबित हुआ. क्योंकि वो कुछ ऐसी यात्राओं पर निकले जिनमें उनके कई सवाल छिपे थे. Padhaku Nitin के इस एपिसोड में यही Aatish Taseer हैं हमारे मेहमान. हमने उनसे की उनकी नागरिकता, उनके पिता Salman Taseer, उनकी मां तवलीन सिंह और सबसे ज़रूरी उनकी नई किताब The Return to Self पर बात. प्रड्यूसर: मानव देव रावत साउंड मिक्स: सूरज सिंह Disclaimer: इस पॉडकास्ट में व्यक्त किए गए विचार एक्सपर्ट के निजी हैं

Episode 16: Om Shanti OmRelease Date: 2007 This is the second episode of our dual episodic series where we explore films based on Bollywood. Om Shanti Om is a 2007 Hindi romantic fantasy film written and directed by Farah Khan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone (in her Hindi film debut), Shreyas Talpade, Kirron Kher, and Arjun Rampal - with a slew of high-profile cameos from Bollywood.The film was a huge hit, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2007 and the highest-grossing Hindi film ever at its release.Plot Summary: The story follows Om Prakash Makhija (Khan), an obscure 1970s actor who dies in a suspicious on-set fire involving his crush, well-known yesteryear's superstar Shanti Priya (Padukone). He is reincarnated in the present day as superstar Om Kapoor, seeking to exact revenge on the perpetrator, Shanti's husband and powerful producer Mukesh Mehra (Rampal).The film is a tribute to the 2 OG films based on reincarnation and revenge - Madhumati (1958) and Karz. (1980)Where to watch: Rent on YouTubeFavourite Scenes/Iconic Dialogues: Award SpeechIconic Dialogue - Picture Abhi Baki Hain Mere Dost. Yenna Rascala - Great parody Deewangi Deewangi - 37 cameos from Bollywood stars - inspired by the OG Amitabh's Song John Johnny Janardan from ‘Naseeb' movie. Javed Akhtar on writing Dard-E-DiscoEnding CreditsTrivia: All the trivia from this film is here.Soundtrack - One of the best soundtracks of the 00s by Vishal-Shekhar.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-paradeLicense code: MIE1N7HAVI6KJOSGContact Us:Email: thetalkingtalkies@gmail.com Twitter: @_talkingtalkiesInstagram

Episode 15: Luck By ChanceRelease Date: 2009 This is the first episode of our dual episodic series where we explore films based on Bollywood. Luck By Chance is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language film directed by Zoya Akhtar. It is her directorial debut. She also co-wrote the movie with her father, Javed Akhtar. The film stars her brother, Farhan Akhtar, in the lead role along with Konkana Sen Sharma. When it was released, Luck By Chance flopped at the box office and received mixed critical reviews. Over the years, however, the movie has become a cult film, extremely popular with hardcore Bollywood fans. Zoya and Ayan Mukherjee (Wake Up Sid) won the debutant director award. The movie is the most meta movie one can get in Bollywood—it blends humour, satire, and parody on the workings of the Bollywood industry. It has a plethora of cameos from the who's who of Bollywood, including 17 A-listers, with Hrithik Roshan having an extended cameo. Plot Summary: The film's plot revolves around the struggle of 2 outsiders trying to enter Bollywood as hero/heroine. Farhan Akhtar plays Vikram, who comes from Delhi to try his luck in Bollywood, and Konkana Sen Sharma plays Sona, a young girl who has escaped her small town life and marriage to try her luck as an actress in Bollywood. Rishi Kapoor plays the producer Romi Rolly, Juhi Chawla plays his wife, Dimple Kapadia plays the yesteryear actress Neena Walia, trying to get her daughter Nikki played by Isha Shravani her debut film with the hugely popular Zafar Khan by Hrithik Roshan. As Vikram and Sona try to find their way in Bollywood, the audience goes along with their journey and learns about the inner workings of Bollywood. Where to watch: Prime VideoFavourite Scenes/Iconic Dialogues: Best opening credits in a Bollywood movie.Romi Rolly / Anurag Kashyap Scene - Oye Institute - Mein film festival ke liye nahi bana raha hoonAll the cameos - Akshaye Khanna nails itOutTakes:Irony of the Casting: The film is about struggling outsiders trying to get an entry into mainstream Bollywood. It's a movie made by nepotism kids starring nepotism kids—Zoya, Farhan, and Konkana.Soundtrack: One of the best soundtracks by SELBollywood Nostalgia: This film has so much Bollywood nostalgia - every frame has movie posters and meta references.Trivia: All the trivia from this film is here.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-paradeLicense code:...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the armed forces have full operational freedom to determine the mode, Pakistan's information minister Attatullah Tarar has claimed that the country has “credible evidence” of an Indian military strike in the country, Donald Trump says tariff talks with India going great, expects a trade deal soon, Javed Akhtar says India's respect for Pakistan artistes hasn't been reciprocated: ‘One-way traffic causes tiredness'

More than happy to bring you this mix! My most intentional and curated BOLLYWOOD MIX. #MastiMonday Mixed and recorded in Central Park, NYC ! Aaja Nachle - Sunidhi Chauhan Dagariya Chalo - Alka Yagnik & Udit Narayan Gallan Goodiyaan - Shankar Mahadevan, MANISH KUMAR TIPU, Yashita Yashpal Sharma, Javed Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Sukhwinder Singh Ladki Badi Anjani Hai - Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik Nazar Milata Kabhi Tujhse - Anuradha Paudwal & Gurucharan Saiyyan Ke Saath Madhaiya Mein - Poornima, Kumar Sanu Mujhse Shaadi Karogi - Sonu Nigam, Sunidhi Chauhan, Udit Narayan Saajan Ke Ghar Jaana Hain - Alka Yagnik, Sonu Nigam, Richa Sharma Chand Sifarish - Shaan and Kailash Kher Tamma Tamma Loge - Anuradha Paudwal and Bappi Lahiri Aankh Mare - Kumar Sanu, Neha Kakkar, Mika Singh, Tanishk Bagchi Dola Re Dola - KK, Kavita Krishnamurthy, and Shreya Ghoshal Rangilo Maro Dholna - Farida Meer Deewane Dil Ko Jaane Jaa - Alka Yagnik and Sonu Nigam Sadi Gali - Lehmber Hussainpuri Cutiepie - Nakash Aziz, Pardeep sran, and Pritam Chakraborty Kachchi Kaliyaan - KK, Shreya Ghoshal, Sunidhi Chauhan, Sonu Nigam Radha - Shreya Ghoshal, Udit Narayan, Shekhar Ravjiani, Vishal Dadlani Dupatta Beimaan Re - Sunidhi Chauhan and Vishal–Shekhar Chalka Chalka - Shoma, Mahalakshmi Iyer, Richa Sharma, Vaishali Samant Dulhania Dulhania - Kunal Ganjawala, Alka Yagnik and Abhijeet Angoori Angoori - Sapna Avasthi Bumbro - Jaspinder Narula, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sunidhi Chauhan Show Me Your Jalwa - Kailash Kher, Richa Sharma, and Salim–Sulaiman Jad Mehndi Lag Lag Jaave - Shreya Ghoshal and Sonu Nigam Pyar Do Pyar Lo - Mika Singh Bolo Ta Ra Ra - Daler Mehndi Jai Ho - A R Rahman, Sukhwinder Singh, Tanvi, Mahalakshmi Iyer, Vijay Prakash Koi Mil Gaya - Jatin Lalit ### ### ### PROMO USE ONLY | SUPPORT THE ARTISTS & BUY _________________________________________________________________ Enjoy & Connect with me everywhere ! • Connect - djkiddfrostmusic@gmail.com TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@iamdjkiddfrost Facebook - https://https://www.facebook.com/djkiddfrost868 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/djkiddfrost Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/djkiddfrost iTunes/ Apple Podcast - https://apple.co/31ZlF38

*I've done what I can to salvage the audio but there's some unrecoverable skips in the audio in this episode.*We're back in the studio with friend of the show @decrepitzoomer to talk about an all-time Bollywood hood classic - Yash Chopra's Veer-Zaara, an ambitious, and sincerely heartwarming film set against the backdrop of the legacy of the partition of the Indian subcontintent. We discuss the film's staying power in the cultural zeitgeist, as well its unbridled optimistic tone that cannot be replicated today. Follow Anand on Twitter at @decrepitzoomer !End Track - Aaya Tere Dar Par: Veer-Zaara Original Soundtrack (2004) - Ahmed Hussain, Javed Akhtar, Javed Hussain, Madan Mohan, Modammed Vakil, Mohd. Hussainhttps://linktr.ee/greenhousegaslighting

While discussing the headlines:Rajyasree: In better news, Kangana has said that Javed Akhtar has promised to write a song for her next film…Abhinandan: Very nice. I wonder what that song will sound like. (Breaks into song) Ek ladki ko dekha to aisa laga…I will not say anything more. Rajyasree: Yeah, don't say. I can still get away. You can't. This and a whole lot of awful and awesome as Abhinandan Sekhri and Rajyasree Sen discuss the second season of Apple TV's Severance, the 97th Academy Awards, the trailer for Salman Khan's Sikandar, and the movie The Honeymoon Crasher. Have something to say? Write to us at newslaundry.com/podcast-letters.Timecodes00:00:00 - Introduction00:02:34 - Headlines00:08:13 - Letters 00:16:23 - Severance S200:29:03 - Letters00:30:27 - Oscars00:38:15 - Letters00:54:09 - Sikander trailer References Subscribe to NL-TNMSeverance S297th Academy AwardsSikanderHoneymoon CrasherThe costs of Reliance's wildlife ambitionsAn open letter to Anupam Kher: ‘Where were you when…' is a lazy argument to makeAnA's review of Black Warrant Click here to download the Newslaundry app on Android. And here for iOS.Produced and edited by Priyali Dhingra and Hassan Bilal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast's 80s Dhamaaka series features 1985's MERI JUNG this week. Starring Anil Kapoor, Meenakshi Seshadri, Nutan and Amrish Puri in lead roles, this Subhash Ghai movie written by Javed Akhtar is about as nonsensical as masala cinema gets. It is also one of the great pleasures of our movie watching lives. With music by Laxmikant Pyarelal and Javed Jaffrey making his breakdancing debut, every kid from the 80s knows their Meri Jung. Join us to see if it stands up to our nostalgia. A big Shoutout to our friend Dj Shai Guy for the 80's Dhamaka Theme song. You can check out more of Shai's work here  

Javed Akhtar is at it again! This time, his take on cricket has led to yet another round of well-deserved embarrassment. Sanjay Dixit breaks down Akhtar's latest blunder, exposing the contradictions, hypocrisy, and misplaced arrogance that have become his signature. From misinformed commentary to self-inflicted humiliation, Akhtar once again proves why he's his own worst enemy.

Tell us what you though of the episodeZoya Akhtar & Reema Kagti discuss the filmmaking challenges behind their latest feature, "Superboys of Malagaon," in this insightful episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast. In this episode, Zoya and Reema share their creative process, the challenges they faced on set, and how "Superboys of Malagaon" resonates with audiences worldwide. Discover how their character-driven narratives and passion for cinema continue to inspire, and hear firsthand stories about their collaborative journey and creative synergy.Don't miss the release of "Superboys of Malagaon," hitting theaters on February 28! Zoya Akhtar is an acclaimed Indian filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer known for her work in Hindi cinema. Born on October 14, 1972, she is the daughter of renowned lyricist Javed Akhtar and screenwriter Honey Irani. She made her directorial debut with Luck by Chance (2009) and gained widespread recognition with films like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011), Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), and Gully Boy (2019), which was India's official entry to the Oscars. Akhtar is also a co-founder of Tiger Baby Films and has contributed to anthology films such as Lust Stories (2018) and Ghost Stories (2020). Known for her nuanced storytelling and exploration of complex social themes, she remains one of Bollywood's most influential filmmakers.Reema Kagti is an Indian filmmaker and screenwriter known for directing Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. (2007), Talaash (2012), and Gold (2018). She co-wrote Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Dhadakne Do, and Gully Boy with Zoya Akhtar. As a co-founder of Tiger Baby Films, she continues to shape contemporary Hindi cinema with compelling narratives.#zoyaakhtarandreemakagti #superboysofmalegaontiff #reemakagtiinterview #anuragkashyap #luckbychancereview http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdomhttp://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcasthttp://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directedCitizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsuIn Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

Our card this week is Javed Akhtar, the Jack of Diamonds from Connecticut.When 32-year-old Javed Akhtar was fatally shot outside his convenience store in East Windsor, Connecticut, on a cold winter night in 2007, his wife, their two young children, and a community of loyal customers were desperate for answers. Police soon found the murder weapon, but solving the case wouldn't be simple, and the investigation stalled for years. Now, after reviewing case files for this episode of The Deck, investigators are pursuing new leads on three suspects, including one man with a direct link to that gun.If you have any information about the death of Javed Akhtar, please contact the Connecticut Cold Case Unit at 1-866-623-8058 or email cold.case@ct.gov. View source material and photos for this episode at: thedeckpodcast.com/javed-akhtar Let us deal you in… follow The Deck on social media.Instagram: @thedeckpodcast | @audiochuckTwitter: @thedeckpodcast_ | @audiochuckFacebook: /TheDeckPodcast | /audiochuckllcTo support Season of Justice and learn more, please visit seasonofjustice.org. The Deck is hosted by Ashley Flowers. Instagram: @ashleyflowersTikTok: @ashleyflowerscrimejunkieTwitter: @Ash_FlowersFacebook: /AshleyFlowers.AF Text Ashley at 317-733-7485 to talk all things true crime, get behind the scenes updates, and more!

As part of our ongoing collaboration with Central Square Foundation - we're excited to bring to you the third part of this series where we will speak to experts in the field of Early Childhood Education to understand, how play-based learning is significant for fostering holistic development. In order to ensure learning outcomes for all children are met CSF has been working towards system-led reforms to ensure quality access to school education to children across India.The episode will be out this Saturday, the 5th of October. The conversation will be available on our website indianexpress.com and everywhere you get your podcasts. Make sure you listen. To listen to the first and the second episode, check out the link provided in the description.Episode 1: https://indianexpress.com/audio/3-things/the-rss-bjp-rift-rise-in-indian-asylum-seekers-and-a-bid-to-muzzle-press/9550762/Episode 2: https://indianexpress.com/audio/3-things/role-of-edtech-in-ensuring-continued-at-home-learning/9579623/ Now, on with the show.This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 3rd of October and here are the headlines.A bench led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud has intervened in the case involving the Isha Yoga Foundation, presided over by spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev. The Supreme Court has stayed a previous order from the Madras High Court that directed police to investigate criminal cases against the foundation and report on alleged illegal confinement of two women, daughters of a retired professor, who claimed they were being held against their will. During the proceedings, the bench emphasised that allowing police or military forces into such institutions could infringe on religious freedoms stating “you can't let the Army or the police into an institution like this”.Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus-led government, as per Bangla daily Prothom Alo reported, has ordered five envoys, including its ambassador to India, to relinquish their posts and return to Dhaka immediately. The interim government has recalled its envoys in Brussels, Canberra, Lisbon, New Delhi and the permanent mission to the United Nations in New York. The major diplomatic reshuffle follows the recall of Saida Muna Tasneem, the high commissioner to Britain, who was asked to return in a similar way.A doctor was shot dead in what appears to be a targeted attack at a small nursing home located in Kalindi Kunj in South East Delhi in the early hours today. When the police team arrived at the scene, they found Dr Javed Akhtar, a Unani practitioner, slumped over his desk with a gunshot wound to the left side of his head. The police further added that the Forensic teams from the District Crime Unit and Forensic Science Laboratory at Rohini were called to the scene, and collected evidence for analysis. The ED today summoned cricketer-turned-politician Mohammed Azharuddin in relation to a money laundering case during his tenure as the president of Hyderabad Cricket Association. Sources said that the Congress leader has sought time to appear in front of the agency. As part of a Prevention of Money Laundering (PMLA) case, the ED is probing alleged financial irregularities in the HCA, for which it conducted searches in November last year.After a day where Israeli and Hezbollah troops clashed at close range in southern Lebanon, Israel bombed central Beirut in the early hours today. The Israel Defence Forces said they had killed 15 Hezbollah members after a strike on a municipality building in Southern Lebanon.  Lebanese security officials said three missiles also hit the southern suburb of Dahiyeh in early hours, where Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed last week, and loud explosions were heard. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in Washington DC and India, while calling for “restraint by all concerned and protection of civilians”, advised all its nationals to “avoid all non-essential travel to Iran”.  This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express.

Discover the untold secrets behind 'Angry Young Men' in this captivating exploration of the iconic Amazon miniseries. Join the creative minds like Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan as they reveal behind-the-scenes stories, from the inception of Zoya Akhtar's intriguing concept to the intricate craft of documentary filmmaking. This in-depth conversation captures the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from solitude as an editor to the bustling world of directing, offering insights into the personal journeys and professional dynamics that shaped this compelling narrative. Dive into the art of cinema and storytelling with this must-watch episode of Kingdom of Dreams, a podcast dedicated to celebrating the creators behind the screen. Uncover the layers of filmmaking with interviews featuring screenwriters, directors, animators, producers, and more, providing a rich tapestry of voices and visions in the world of cinema.

This week on 'Has It Aged Well?' in keeping with the Raksha Bandhan flavour we're talking about a film that has one of the best depictions of a brother-sister relationship in Hindi cinema: Dil Dhadakne Do from 2015 directed by Zoya AKhtar, starring Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor, and Shefali Shah amongst a host of fabulous supporting actors. Joining Abbas and Urjita for this episode is stylist and content creator Mariyam Hussain.Topics discussed include: the "first world problem" accusations against Zoya's films and why they might be slightly misplaced, how well the device of having a dog as a narrator works, how the feminist messaging of the film was unique and how it holds up, whether this film has actually aged better than ZNMD, and a lot more.Follow Mariyam on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/its_mariyamm/Urjita is touring with her solo show across India, catch her in your city: https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/urjita-wani-live/ET00395374Follow Abbas here: https://www.instagram.com/abbasmomin88/Follow Urjita here: https://www.instagram.com/urjitawani/Get access to ‘Has It Aged Well?' audio episodes one week early on Amazon Music, Subscribe to the feed: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/24d527b5-0544-4bd6-a7ff-073fa72d846a/has-it-aged-wellSubscribe to IVM Pop's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IVMPopFollow IVM Pop on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivmpop/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angry Young Men, the three-part documentary about writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar's partnership, is a massive missed opportunity. We discuss the show's cagey approach to its legendary subjects, the overwhelming feeling of self-satisfaction, and the unearned points it tries to score for highlighting the plight of writers in the film business. We also discuss the superficial filmmaking, the lack of insight provided by everybody involved, and more than anything else, express our shock at the creative decision not to put Salim-Javed in the same room together. — Hosted by Akhil Arora and Rohan Naahar, The Long Take is fully bootstrapped. Please consider donating if you enjoy our work. The Long Take is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Gaana, JioSaavn, Overcast, Pandora, RadioPublic, iHeart Radio, Google Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. Follow The Long Take on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTube. Write to us at thelongtakepod@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-long-take/support

Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadakne Do puts the fun in dysfunctional. Vanita Kohli-Khandekar and I revisit the 2015 comedy drama that happens to be one of our favortie films by Zoya. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love of Cinema 2024Support the Show.If you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support

Apologies are in order! Urdunama is making a comeback after a two-week hiatus as Fabeha was busy with mommy duties. In this episode, we delve into the concept of the self. We explore how the Urdu language evokes notions of freedom and self-worth, and discuss the subtle distinction between being firm in one's principles and being 'khuddar'. Listen till the end as Fabeha reads poetry by Javed Akhtar, Kaif Bhopali and Muzaffar Razmi. The episode features original poetry by our listener Mohammad Adnan. You can get your poetry featured in the 'Aap ki Qalam' section of Urdunama. Or if you're a singer, send us a rendition of your favourite songs for 'Aap ki Awaaz'. We'd love to include you in the next episode.

In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed discusses the word 'khafa', with a smile on her face, of course! The Urdu word means 'displeased', 'upset', and 'offended'. As she reads poetry by Javed Akhtar, Bashir Badr and Anwar Shuoor, we unpack the complexities of releationships, and understand how 'naraazi' can help us heal. Listen till the end!

This week on ‘Has It Aged Well?' we're discussing one of the most iconic films of Hindi cinema - 1975's ‘Deewar' directed by Yash Chopra, written by Salim-Javed and starring Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Nirupa Roy, Neetu Kapoor and Parveen Babi. Joining Abbas and Urjita is fellow podcaster Snayhil Aneja. Topics discussed include: Big B's ‘angry young man' persona and why it worked, the legacy of Deewar and how today's filmmakers still borrow from it, the fantastic dialogue-bazi, and a lot more. This episode is part of our ‘Badass' movie series in association with our friends at Wildstone perfumes. Check out their new badass range of fragrances: Whiskey, Cigar and Ammo available right now.You can use the promo code ‘IVM10' to get a 10% discount applicable on all products on https://www.wildstone.in This 10% discount is over and above whatever deal you are getting on site. So check it out now.You can watch our ‘Coolie' episode here: https://youtu.be/cpA-SuniTNg?si=41JDX4tKKgCCs6wGWatch the ‘Cyrus Says' episode with Nasreen Munni Kabir here: https://youtu.be/1mzy2w65gwI?si=BPbpACK5R2cIU652Watch the ‘Cyrus Says' episode with Javed Akhtar here: https://youtu.be/auTurzDq7eo?si=y5XwmRdIsQzbXRtGFollow Snayhil here: https://www.instagram.com/snayhil/Follow Abbas here: https://www.instagram.com/abbasmomin88/Follow Urjita here: https://www.instagram.com/urjitawani/Get early access to ‘Has It Aged Well' episodes only on Amazon Music. Subscribe to our feed now: https://bit.ly/48VfMUEFollow IVM Pop on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivmpop/Subscribe to IVM Pop on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@IVMPopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know that some of the most beautiful poetry about Lord Ram has been written in Urdu?  While the Ram Temple consecration was a watershed moment for many Hindus across the country, we felt that the mainstream news coverage was limited to party politics and communal remarks. But in this episode of Urdunama, we want to use Ram as a unifying force. Let us embark on a fascinating journey to explore the rich tapestry of Urdu poetry dedicated to Lord Ram, a figure revered in Hinduism. Often shrouded in the misconception that Urdu belongs solely to one religion, this episode challenges that notion by showcasing the beautiful confluence of cultures and perspectives within the language. Listen till the end as Fabeha Syed reads iconic poems about Ram's 'vanvaas,' Diwali, and Ayodhya, by poets like Altaf Hussain, Arsh Malsiyani, and Javed Akhtar.

Today my guest is Nasreen Munni Kabir, a documentary filmmaker, TV producer and director, author, biographer, translator/subtitler, and an absolute authority on all things Hindi cinema. We spoke about her biographical conversation series of books with artists like Javed Akhtar, Gulzar, Lata Mangeshkar, Waheeda Rahman, Zakir Hussain, AR Rahman. We also spoke about her documentary films on Guru Dutt, and television series Movie Mahal chronicling the history of Hindi cinema, how she chooses her subjects, the difficulty of subtitling Hindi films, her favorite films, songs, artists, and much more.  Recorded December 12th, 2023. Read a full transcript enhanced with helpful links. Follow us on X Follow Shruti on X Click here for the latest Ideas of India episodes sent straight to your inbox.

This week on ‘Has It Aged Well?' we let our hair down (sorry Abbas), and headbang to our favourite guitar riffs because the film we're discussing is Abhishek Kapoor & Farhan Akhtar's ode to rock music from 2008 ‘Rock On' starring Akhtar, Arjun Rampal, Shahana Goswami, Luke Kenny and Purab Kohli. Joining Abbas and Urjita for the discussion is comedian Mikhail Almeida. Topics discussed include: Did Rock On contribute to the rise of ‘Hindi rock'? Is “Zehreelay” the greatest metal song of all time? Why is Magik the band so colourful with the costumes? Why does Farhan keep making ‘Dil Chahta Hai?' over and over again? And a lot more. This episode is part of our ‘Badass' movie series in association with our friends at Wildstone perfumes. Check out their new badass range of fragrances: Whiskey, Cigar and Ammo available right now. You use the promo code ‘IVM10' to get a 10% discount applicable on all products on www.wildstone.in. This 10% discount is over and above whatever deal you are getting on site. So check it out now. Follow Wildstone on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wildstoneofficial/   Follow Mikhail here: https://www.instagram.com/mikhailalmeida/Follow Abbas here: https://www.instagram.com/abbasmomin88/Follow Urjita here: https://www.instagram.com/urjitawani/Get early access to ‘Has It Aged Well' episodes only on Amazon Music. Subscribe to our feed now: https://bit.ly/48VfMUE  Follow IVM Pop on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivmpop/ Subscribe to IVM Pop on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@IVMPop   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fabeha Syed explores the poignant concept of 'Adhoora,' or 'unfinished,' in Urdu poetry. This evocative term captures the incompleteness and impermanence that are inherent aspects of human existence. Through the verses of renowned poets like Jan Nisar Akhtar and Javed Akhtar, we'll delve into the various shades of Adhoora. The episode is also joined by our in-house 'tuntuna' man Prateek Lidhoo for a rendition of 'Ek Adhoora Kaam' from the film 'Ram Prasad Ki Tehrvi.' This soulful rendition perfectly captures the yearning and unfulfilled desires at the heart of 'Adhoora.' Listen till the end!

Welcome to Cyrus Says!Become a member of Club Cyrus SaysThis week on Cyrus Says, for a LIVE podcast recording, Cyrus is joined by the one and only Javed Akhtar! Cyrus spoke to the legend about the latest book on his life called 'Talking Life.' Javed Saab shared some incredibly hilarious and completely unbelievable anecdotes from the book, which is essentially his life.Tune in for an incredible conversation and treat yourself to some amazing laughs!Follow Javed Saab on Instagram at @jaduakhtarSubscribe to the Cyrus Says YouTube Channel for video episodes!Listen to Cyrus Says across Audio PlatformsIVM Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Gaana | Amazon Music | Jio SaavnEmail your AMA questions to us at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Says' official Instagram handle at @whatcyrussaysConnect with Cyrus on socials:Instagram | TwitterAnd don't forget to rate us!-x-x-xDisclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed in the episodes of the shows hosted on the IVM Podcasts network are solely those of the individual participants, hosts, and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of IVM Podcasts or its management. IVM Podcasts does not endorse or assume responsibility for any content, claims, or representations made by the participants during the shows. This includes, but is not limited to, the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. IVM Podcasts is not liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages arising out of or in connection with the use or dissemination of the content featured in the shows. Listener discretion is advised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your beloved show has been away for a few weeks because of a new addition to the Urdunama family. This week marks the debut of Fabeha's son Musa on the show, as she joins back to talk about a fundamental concept of 'shak', or doubt. The episode starts with "I think, therefore I am", a quote by French philosopher René Descartes, and how the fact that we can doubt and question things around us makes us human. Listen till the end as Fabeha reads poetry by Zubair Ali Tabish, Gulzar, and Javed Akhtar.