Usually, Biswa and political jokes would rarely appear in the same sentence. But, with his new comedy special titled 'Mood Kharaab', streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Biswa has cracked the perfect way of performing political comedy. He talks about parental relationships, schools, masculinity, the meta verse and much more. Tune into this review to find out more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 06, 2023•11 min•Ep. 106
I am not a film critic who goes around reviewing movies. But this film by Sudhir Mishra had a huge impact on me and I had to talk about it. Afwaah, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Bhoomi Pednekar talks about how one rumor can change people's lives. In a society that has stopped doing its own research, one online forward can get you lynched. And this monster is caste and religion agnostic. It can get anyone. Even the people who spread it. Tune in to this episode to listen to my thoughts. Learn m...
May 05, 2023•10 min•Ep. 105
Anup Singh’s The Song of Scorpions might be Irrfan’s last release in India but it would be unfair to label it a purely Irrfan film because a lot of the film’s spirit comes from Iranian actor Golshifteh Farahani. The film centers a legend of ‘scorpion singers’ – tribal women whose voices can counter even the deadliest of poisons; here, a scorpion’s. Tune in for the full review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 01, 2023•9 min•Ep. 104
When I stepped into the theatre to watch Mani Ratnam's adaptation of Kalki's Ponniyin Selvan, I was scared that I'd get disappointed. Cuz I'm like a 'Gangs of Wasseypur 1 over 2', and 'Baahubali 1 over 2' kind of a person. I'm usually disappointed with the second part. But this one pleasantly surprised me. Be it the score by AR Rahman, Aishwarya's enchanting performance, or some of the most inventive cinematography by Ravi Varman, everything worked in tandem to make this epic world of The Cholas...
Apr 28, 2023•17 min•Ep. 103
In this episode of Do I Like It, let us talk about Irrfan Khan. On 29 April 2020, Irrfan left us after a long battle with cancer. This episode aims to celebrate his legacy by discussing five of his best acting performances. But I won't be talking about obvious picks like The Namesake, The Lunchbox, Paan Singh Tomar, etc. I want to mention some hidden gems from his filmography which don't usually get talked about when we mention his acting but definitely deserve to be mentioned. Stay tuned and le...
Apr 27, 2023•17 min•Ep. 102
The third season of Netflix's Indian Matchmaking follows a vivacious group of uber-rich Indians in India, the USA and the UK, as they try to navigate the treacherous waters of arranged marriage, all under the watchful eye of the one and only Sima Taparia from Mumbai. But what has changed this season? Are Seema aunty's clients getting more and more difficult? And what about Seema aunty herself? Tune in for the full review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2023•6 min•Ep. 101
In this episode of Do I Like It, I talk about Naezy's latest Eid offering, 'Apocalypse'. After struggling with his music and his faith for years, Naezy seems to have lost the Top 5 Desi Hip Hop artists' spot that he once held. Will this project help him retain his lost glory? Can Naezy keep up with DHH superstars like Divine and Emiway? And should the music of struggling artists be limited to beats and rhymes, tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2023•15 min•Ep. 100
At one point, when a character hears that humans are called ‘homo erectus’, he says of three men in the film, “How can they be homo? They have girlfriends.” By the time this “joke” makes it to Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, I had already checked out. Or in the film’s words, hum switch off ho gaye the. Listen till the end for the full review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2023•9 min•Ep. 99
Ghar Banduk Biryani is a Marathi film that portrays the good and bad of an otherwise gray world. While on one hand, we have a larger than life police officer, on the other, we see a gang leader, called ‘Commander’. The director attempts to humanize both the factions, he showcases the corruption overcome by Nagraj Manjule as the cop, and the circumstances which lead to the crime gang forming in the first place. But, what role does Biryani play in all this? Well, make sure to tune into the full ep...
Apr 12, 2023•8 min•Ep. 98
On this episode of Do I Like It, we review the new Barbie trailer starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. While the trailer really entrenches into the history of Barbie, there are some major Easter eggs referencing ‘The Wizard of Oz’, '2001: A Space Oddyssy', and more. Is that a hint as to the plot of the film? There’s only one way to find out! While Greta Gerwig (or META Gerwig) does her magic, don’t forget to tune into the full review to hear more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Apr 08, 2023•10 min•Ep. 97
On this episode of Do I Like It, we review Photo, directed by Utsav Gonwar, which was just premiered at the Bengaluru International Film Festival. This Kannada film is pathbreaking in terms of its cinematography; the director portrays his story in terms of political consciousness and not political correctness. The movie starts with the story of a young son, excited to visit his father in Bengaluru, but slowly morphs into the story of a father hoping to return to his village amidst the lockdown a...
Apr 03, 2023•6 min•Ep. 96
In this episode of Do I Like It, we review Joyland - a film by Saim Sadiq- which has recently become a global symbol of Pakistani cinematography. While the movie pushes the boundaries by depicting a love story between a transgender woman and a cisgender man, it also shows the orthodox reality of the misogyny faced by women in general. Overall, Joyland is the most joyous cinematic experience of recent times and worthy of all the adulation it’s received. Tune in for the full review! Learn more abo...
Mar 28, 2023•9 min•Ep. 95
In this episode of Do I Like It, I review Anubhav Sinha’s latest - Bheed. Bheed not only packs a powerhouse of talented actors, but a story that directly reflects the reality of many. As always, Sinha takes up real life news incidents and fictionalises them to showcase the depth of the issue surrounding his movie. In this case, he does justice to the horrific reality of workers who were trying to migrate during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Although, I have some reservations about a few artistic decisi...
Mar 24, 2023•11 min•Ep. 94
An Indian family moves to Norway for better opportunities and a better life but in a somber turn of events, their children are taken away by Norwegian Child Welfare Services (Barnevernet). This forms the crux of Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway, based on the true story of Sagarika Chakraborty (and further based on her book 'The Journey of a Mother').Most of the film's emotional core rests on Mukerji's able shoulders as she emotes and acts with equal promise.The film’s biggest flaw is that most of the th...
Mar 18, 2023•9 min•Ep. 93
In this episode of Do I Like It, we review Zwigato, and no, this is not a new food delivery app; instead a portrayal of the life of a gig worker directed by Nandita Das. Das does an excellent job by using the medium of a food delivery worker to display multiple disparities and prejudices in society regarding gender, caste, and income. At the same time, it’s refreshing to see Kapil Sharma, a celebrated Indian comic, take on the serious role of a father struggling to make ends meet. Overall, the f...
Mar 17, 2023•8 min•Ep. 92
The Last of Us, is a HBO production, which is adapted from the video game of the same name. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann explore human relationships, their importance and fragility. Everything from the colour palette to cinematography to acting performances will keep you gripped to the plot. To find out why Verda Subway describes it as a must-watch, tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2023•11 min•Ep. 91
In this episode, we review Thuramukham - a beautiful retelling of labor unions in the 1940’s in Cochin, India. The director does such an excellent job in portraying the daily struggles of labor workers that you feel as though you’re watching a documentary rather than a commercial mainstream movie. But, as history lessons tend to, the movie seems to lag at certain points with repetitive action and dialogue sequences. Overall, the film is an excellent example of almost hitting the mark. Learn more...
Mar 14, 2023•7 min•Ep. 90
In this episode of Do I Like It, I discuss the impact of Aamir Khan on Bollywood, focusing on both the positive and negative aspects of his contributions. While his films like 3 Idiots and Taare Zameen Par received critical acclaim for addressing pressing social issues, his performances in movies like Ghajini and Mela were heavily criticized. Aamir's perfectionism and control over his films have been both a blessing and a curse, leading to delays in production and increased costs. While there ar...
Mar 14, 2023•16 min•Ep. 89
On this episode of Do I Like It, I review KR$NA’s latest EP called Time Will Tell. The project is produced by Karachi-based producers Jokhay and Umair and features vocals from Talha Anjum and Talha Yunus, members of the Pakistani duo Young Stunners. The production is a good attempt at proving how well cross-country collaborations can do for the growth of art. Moreover, KR$NA delivers a well-packaged and neatly wrapped present, but perfection can also be a flaw; ultimately, how are we human witho...
Mar 11, 2023•14 min•Ep. 88
I am not a Ranbir Kapoor fan. I'm very far from it. So, my motivation to watch Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar, was solely to come on the mic and diss Ranbir Kapoor. But, the film did surprise me a bit. Being a signature Luv Ranjan film, it had its faults but also a messaging for a change. To know more about what I liked, disliked and barely sat through, tune into this review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 09, 2023•10 min•Ep. 87
In this episode of Do I Like It, I talk about Emojis Vol. 1 by Fotty Seven. Fotty Seven, who is a Gurgaon based rapper, attempted to display the 5 stages of grief with his latest project, and partially succeeded. While the rapper’s personal strength lies in his one-liners, is it enough to justify a full project? Can Fotty Seven shed the baggage of his previous bangers like 'Haan Bhai' and 'Galat Launde', and come up with a new sound? Will he be forever stuck in the 'Tere bhai ka naam kya hai' st...
Mar 06, 2023•12 min•Ep. 86
Holi has been a staple in Bollywood films. From Sholay to Darr, to Balam Pichkari in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, the festival of colors is used to talk about themes of love, celebration, and families coming together, keeping aside caste and class barriers. But if you go a layer deeper, questions of consent, tradition, and boundaries begin to arise. In this episode of Do I Like It, I talk about what this festival represents, and why the conversation around Holi needs a close inspection. Tune in! Lea...
Mar 05, 2023•9 min•Ep. 85
Packed with a phenomenal cast including Sharmila Tagore, Manoj Bajpayee and Simran, Gulmohar can be described as an anti-hero to Hum Saath Saath Hain or a new age Baghban. The beauty of the film lies solely in its portrayal of family and the class disparity prevalent in our society. The director, Rahul V. Chittella, does an excellent job at not only capturing beautiful shots, but also heartwarming ones. Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 03, 2023•9 min•Ep. 84
Missing, a sequel of Searching (2018), is a found footage film which revolves around a daughter's quest to find her missing mother. Much like it's prequel, it is tightly edited and keeps you in the edge of your seat throughout. For anyone who likes thrillers, Missing is a great watch! Tune info the full review (along with some spoilers) by Verda Subzwari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 01, 2023•11 min•Ep. 83
I'm not crazy about Daniel Fernandes, but I have always appreciated him as a very sharp guy; a keen observer of society. I loved his podcast ‘You Started It’ (not the online zoom call version, the OG, Cuckoo Club version). Daniel Fernandes dropped his special 'Alive & Vaccinated' on his YouTube channel, to be viewed for free on a ‘pay as you like’ model. This special boasts of having 'smart jokes'. But do these smart jokes actually make you laugh? And why do I think Danny should leave standu...
Feb 28, 2023•11 min•Ep. 82
Standup comedian Abhishek Upmanyu just released his first full-length comedy special titled ‘Jealous of Sabziwaala’ not on Netflix, or on Prime, but as a members-only video on his YouTube channel and we are here to discuss if it’s worth the 299 rupees membership! In this review, we explore the differences between a compilation of jokes and a standup special. Also, what role might cinematography and set design play in this scenario and can it increase the overall quality of the special? Tune in t...
Feb 27, 2023•13 min•Ep. 81
Raj Mehta’s Selfiee is a remake of the Malayalam release Driving Licence, which pits two unlikely adversaries against each other. Starring Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi in lead roles, it's a commentary on celebrities' relationships with their fans. With this film, Kumar is reclaiming his comedy-action roots with his brilliant comedic timing on the screen. Tune in to listen to the full review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2023•8 min•Ep. 80
PRAA is Raftaar’s latest EP in collaboration with Prabh Deep featuring four songs - Abbu, Badnaam, Hello, and Trap Praa. While Raftaar and Prabh Deep prove that they still carry the streets of Delhi in their hearts and their music. The two artists have such diverse journeys in the world of Hip-Hop, that it makes you wonder if their collaboration would be a fruitful one. Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 23, 2023•13 min•Ep. 79
Coke Studio Bharat's second release "Holi Re Rasiya" features Maithili Thakur, Ravi Kishan, and Seedhe Maut. Right in time for Holi, the song is an energetic one. Combining such different forms and styles of music in a single song is not an easy task. But it's not perfect in its entirety. Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 21, 2023•12 min•Ep. 78
Directed by Sandeep Modi, The Night Manager is a four-hour-long series that doesn't feel four hours long, in a good way. Following the story of a night manager whose life is upturned after a young girl asks him for help, the series is mostly gripping from premise to execution. As for the thriller and action, it's a good show but beyond that, there's not much to look at. Tune in for the full review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 18, 2023•10 min•Ep. 77
