Ep 234- Rang De Basanti

Ep 234- Rang De Basanti

Author: The Khandaan Podcast June 13, 2024 Duration: 1:31:54
Welcome to Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast where we’re discussing one of the greats — RANG DE BASANTI (2006). Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, this movie stars Aamir Khan, Siddharth, Atul Kulkarni, Sharman Joshi, Kunal Kapoor, Alice Patten, Soha Ali Khan, Waheeda Rehman, and Madhavan among others. With music by AR Rahman and lyrics by Prasoon Joshi, this is also one of the great albums of the past 20 years. In this episode we discuss the impact of this movie and what has changed in the time since it released. We examine how we feel about this movie as a piece of cinema as well as a piece of politics after these many years. Chapters 00:00- Introduction and Twitter Discussions 08:04- The Role of Rang De Basanti in Indian Cinema 13:51- The Changing Political Landscape and Social Media 30:22- Transitional Politics and Co-opting of History 49:51- Cinematography and Visual Aesthetics 56:31- Cost-Cutting and Filmmaking Choices 01:07:52- Queer Coding and LGBTQ+ Representation 01:09:15- The Impact of the Music 01:22:20- Political Commentary and Contemporary Relevance   Shownotes: Here are some of the other podcast we have been on recently: Hanisha's Making Things Happen Podcast Asian Network Bollywood Ultimate 90s Bollywood Asian Network News Presents: 90s Bollywood Follow us on Socials: Amrita, Sujoy, Asim YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok Sujoy's Instagram  Amrita's YouTube Book Channel- Amrita By The Book You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps: Apple Podcast Spotify Jio Saavn Deezer Audible Amazon Music Omny iHeart TuneIn  

There's a particular kind of conversation that happens among friends who grew up with Hindi films, one that mixes deep nostalgia with sharp critique, and that's exactly the vibe you'll find on Khandaan-A Bollywood Podcast. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with three knowledgeable millennials who don't just rehash plots but dig into the cultural impact, the behind-the-scenes stories, and the sheer entertainment value of the movies that defined an era. A major focus is a nostalgic, film-by-film deep dive into the colossal careers of the three Khans-Aamir, Salman, and Shahrukh-exploring what makes each of these global superstars tick and why their work remains so compelling. But this podcast isn't only about looking back. On alternate weeks, the hosts switch gears to bring you into the present, breaking down current Bollywood news, buzzy new releases on streaming platforms, and interesting content across English and other Indian languages. It’s this blend of thorough retrospective analysis and up-to-the-minute film journalism that gives the show its unique rhythm. Whether they're debating the merits of a 90s classic or dissecting a modern box office trend, the discussion is always informed by an encyclopedic knowledge of the industry, delivered with genuine passion and a lot of warmth. For anyone who thinks about Bollywood beyond the screen, this is the essential weekly listen.
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