Podcast appearances and mentions of Ram Gopal Varma

Harish Shankar enters the Permit Room and talks about his headspace right now, controversies, being a good student, fan of cinema, improvisation, theatrical plays, being an AD, self confidence, Ram Gopal Varma's Shock offer, Kona Venkat's writing, VV Vinayak helping him, Trivikram's greatness and much more!Chapters: 0:00 - Headspace right now4:16 - What Does He Think of Controversies6:14 - When He Started and Growing Up16:51 - Good Student17:46 - Cinema Pichi23:46 - Improvisation on Set26:46 - Who Introduced Him to Plays33:06 - Why Switch from Acting to Directing35:16 - Comparing with Others42:06 - Why Are Plays Diminishing44:11 - Being an Assistant Director55:16 - Self Confidence or Ego57:34 - Does He Feel Proud58:46 - What Did He Spend The 10k On1:02:59 - Buying a House1:04:41 - Veede Climax1:06:56 - Ram Gopal Varma's Shock Offer1:14:26 - Working with Veturi1:18:14 - Ravi Teja Characterisation1:21:09 - Reviews1:23:41 - Working with Puri Jagannadh1:27:40 - Working with VV Vinayak and Kona Venkat1:31:22 - Mirapakay1:34:06 - Villains Being Funny1:37:24 - Dialogue Writing1:40:18 - Character vs Story1:43:26 - Did He Want to Direct a Remake1:45:22 - Handling Hate1:48:32 - Prasalu1:52:31 - Ramayya Vasthavayya1:56:02 - Hero Comedy vs Comedian Comedy1:57:29 - Writing Process2:00:42 - Why Commercial Films2:02:52 - Win of Ustaad Bhagat Singh2:06:36 - Important Skill for Writers2:08:29 - Dealing with Failures2:08:59 - Drinking Career2:10:29 - Movie Recommendations2:11:24 - Four Aspects

Subscribe to Dostcast Clips:https://www.youtube.com/@dostcastclips?sub_confirmation=1Listen to Dostcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70vrbHeSvrcXyOeISTyBSy?si=be05dbdd564245d9Join the Dostcast Janta Party on WhatsApp for regular updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAZwo5D8SDs5kf94N3TWant to suggest a guest?Fill this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ft_-1QDs7XpsSWnaPOeF21yUlhk9bzKvwHSyh4hHfBU/edit?usp=drivesdk====================================================================In this episode of Dostcast, we sit down with Ram Gopal Varma — one of India's most controversial and thought-provoking filmmakers.From breaking down the psychology of gangsters to questioning morality, friendships, and belief systems, RGV goes deep into how he sees the world — completely detached, brutally honest, and often uncomfortable.We also dive into the rise of AI and its impact on creativity, filmmaking, and human thinking. Will AI kill Bollywood? Will audiences even care if films are AI-generated? Or are we heading toward a world of shortcuts where depth no longer matters?This is not just a conversation about films — it's about the future of human thought, creativity, and identity.Timestamps:00:00 - Coming Up01:25 - Dignity of a Po*nStars08:03 - RGV vs Aditya Dhar10:20 - What Happens When Your Belief Systems Breaks?11:29 - How AI Changes Human Writing?14:56 - Problem With Using AI17:16 - Usage of AI in Films21:31 - Ethics of AI Agents24:27 - AI Will Kill Bollywood?26:16 - Will People Enjoy AI Films?28:16 - What Are People Losing If They Choose Quick Fixes?31:49 - Have Humans Stopped Thinking?35:09 - How RGV is Detached From Everything39:14 - Criticism on Ayn Rand46:16 - Why RGV Doesn't Have Friends52:04 - Friend vs Acquaintance Explained55:34 - Do People Around RGV Understand Him?58:51 - Does Morality Make You Unhappy?01:01:26 - Why RGV Loved Dhurandhar01:03:51 - What Are Gangsters Like in Real Life01:06:42 - What Happens When RGV Dies?01:10:30 - RGV's Prediction on AI====================================================================Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he's interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.Follow Vinamre:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinamrekasanaa/Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaaDostcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dostcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dostcast====================================================================Contact Us:For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. I talk about existing traditions, topics and universally accepted facts in every episode of my series Ramuism. This show is hosted by Swapna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. I talk about existing traditions, topics and universally accepted facts in every episode of my series Ramuism. This show is hosted by Swapna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. I talk about existing traditions, topics and universally accepted facts in every episode of my series Ramuism. This show is hosted by Swapna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. I talk about existing traditions, topics and universally accepted facts in every episode of my series Ramuism. This show is hosted by Swapna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Ram Gopal Varma's Shiva (1989) is a tremendous action drama. Everybody from Ashutosh Gowariker to S. S. Rajamouli to Anurag Kashyap to Sandeep Reddy Vanga count Shiva among their personal favorites. RGV is back on the pod for a deep dive of his stunning debut film. 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 2025Support the showIf 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

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Swapna hosts this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Swapna hosts this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Today, I discuss Rajamouli and how to interpret it. Swapna hosts this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Swapna hosts this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Swapna hosts this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the world of Ram Gopal Varma. In every episode of my series Ramuism, I discuss existing traditions, topics, and universally accepted facts. Swapna hosts this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this candid and heartwarming conversation, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Fardeen Khan for an episode that traces the highs, lows, and rebirth of a Bollywood legacy. Fardeen shares rare stories of his father Feroz Khan’s tough love, how he entered acting, and his experience in film school. He reveals how a call from Ram Gopal Varma changed everything, what it was like working with the visionary director, and why RGV was unlike anyone else in the industry. They dive into fatherhood, personal transformation, and what led to Fardeen stepping away from the spotlight — and what brought him back. He talks about his journey of sobriety, massive weight loss, and returning to acting with Heeramandi and the upcoming Housefull 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Telugu podcast, we sit down with the one and only Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) — the man who redefined Indian cinema with films like Shiva, Satya, Company, and Rakta Charitra. Known for his fearless opinions and unconventional filmmaking style, RGV opens up like never before in this no-holds-barred conversation.We dive into how creative freedom is shrinking in the current film industry, why critics are just paid opinion-makers, and how social media has changed the power dynamic between creators and the audience. RGV talks about the elements in his movies that he thought would become hits — but surprisingly went unnoticed — and shares honest thoughts on why certain films flop despite having all the right ingredients.Whether you're a filmmaker, student, or just a fan of cinema — this episode is a rollercoaster of ideas, rebellion, and pure honesty.This episode goes beyond cinema — it's about psychology, creativity, resistance, and staying true to yourself in a world that demands conformity.A raw, powerful, and unfiltered conversation — this is Ram Gopal Varma like you've never seen him before. Don't miss it!In this Telugu podcast, we sit down with the one and only Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) — the man who redefined Indian cinema with films like Shiva, Satya, Company, and Rakta Charitra. Known for his fearless opinions and unconventional filmmaking style, RGV opens up like never before in this no-holds-barred conversation.We dive into how creative freedom is shrinking in the current film industry, why critics are just paid opinion-makers, and how social media has changed the power dynamic between creators and the audience. RGV talks about the elements in his movies that he thought would become hits — but surprisingly went unnoticed — and shares honest thoughts on why certain films flop despite having all the right ingredients.Whether you're a filmmaker, student, or just a fan of cinema — this episode is a rollercoaster of ideas, rebellion, and pure honesty.This episode goes beyond cinema — it's about psychology, creativity, resistance, and staying true to yourself in a world that demands conformity.A raw, powerful, and unfiltered conversation — this is Ram Gopal Varma like you've never seen him before. Don't miss it!