24: Sports!

24: Sports!

Author: Bollywood is For Lovers August 5, 2016 Duration: 1:02:02

In honour of the Summer Olympics in Rio, we discuss three films featuring Olympics sports.

Show Notes: We’re sorry this episode is late; a storm fried both our router and our computer The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2016SummerOlympics) We don’t like sports, but we like sports movies We’re not discussing Mary Kom (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MaryKom(film)), because we already did (https://audioboom.com/boos/4467735-episode-6-who-s-the-hottest-girl-in-the-world?t=0) Chak De! India (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ChakDe!India) The unfortunate status of women’s sports Cultural diversity and sports/film as nation building Girl power and solidarity Erin’s plans for a Canadian remake

(INTERVAL “Chak De! India (https://youtu.be/OSEw6kv70Xw)” from Chah De! India) Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BhaagMilkhaBhaag) Milkha Singh, The Flying Sikh (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MilkhaSingh) Flashbacks in your flashbacks Partition of India (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PartitionofIndia) “Maston Ka Jhund (https://youtu.be/3OKOmTC42A),” the army song and Bhangra (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhangra(dance)) “Slow Motion Angreza (https://youtu.be/aPnHl68SaU),” the Australian Country Western song and “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag Rock (https://youtu.be/hc7IJO7fD78),” the training montage Milkha Singh’s relationships with women Sultan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan(2016film)) A meta-critique Matt’s far out Austen comparison
Fight scenes and training montages (https://youtu.be/tzWLrPUnIwY) “440 Volt (https://youtu.be/y2i-QCubGZ0),” “Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai (https://youtu.be/aWMTj-rejvc),” and “Jag Ghoomeya (https://youtu.be/6TPcwWHZN0)” Zodiac’s (https://twitter.com/ZODIACMF) film scoring system

NEXT TIME: We shine the spotlight on Varun Dhawan and discuss his performances in Main Tera Hero, Badlapur, and Dishoom

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There's a particular magic to the stories told through Indian cinema, a vibrant world that extends far beyond the dancing and spectacle it's often simplified to. Bollywood is For Lovers digs into that richness, treating each film as a conversation starter rather than just a review. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are deeply passionate about the craft, history, and cultural impact of these movies. You'll hear thoughtful discussions that explore why a certain soundtrack resonates decades later, how a director's visual style shapes the narrative, or what a classic film reveals about the time it was made. This podcast appreciates the grand romantic gestures but is equally invested in the nuanced performances, the clever screenwriting, and the technical artistry behind the scenes. It’s for anyone who already loves this cinematic universe or for the curious viewer ready to look past the surface. The hosts' genuine enthusiasm makes even the most analysis-driven episodes feel warm and accessible, building a community of listeners who share a deep appreciation for film as an art form. Tune in for a fresh, engaging perspective that celebrates Bollywood in all its complexity.
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