Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast

In this episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast, we take on some of the most talked-about Bollywood conspiracy theories… and explain why we don’t believe them.

From the long-standing narrative around *Salman Khan and Vivek Oberoi, to the deeply sensitive and widely debated **Sushant Singh Rajput case, to the internet-favourite **Govinda–James Cameron story*, we break down what actually makes sense — and what doesn’t.

This isn’t about blind defence or outrage. It’s about looking at how these narratives form, why they stick, and what they say about Bollywood fandom, media culture, and the internet.

As always, expect strong opinions, context, and a conversation that goes beyond headlines.

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In this episode, Asim and Sujoy are holding things down without Amrita — what started as a casual catch-up turns into a wider conversation about where Bollywood is right now.

We get into the current slump at the box office, why modern romcoms aren’t landing the way they used to, and the growing feeling that a lot of what’s coming out just isn’t connecting anymore. Along the way, we talk awards drama, stand-up comedy, industry fatigue, and what audiences actually want from Hindi cinema.

It’s a looser episode than usual, but one that ends up going a bit deeper than expected.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro01:00 – Bollywood slowdown & Dhurandhar fatigue02:15 – Awards shows & industry credibility04:00 – Why Bollywood feels irrelevant right now05:55 – Indian stand-up comedy discussion10:00 – “We have morals… and no money”14:45 – Akshay Kumar & Bhoot Bangla17:05 – Why romcoms aren’t working20:00 – Dharma & the hype problem24:00 – Kriti Sanon discourse28:00 – Korean movie recommendations35:15 – Project Hail Mary review42:40 – Bait (Riz Ahmed)46:00 – British media & diversity

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This week, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy continue their conspiracy series with even spicier takes. From the long-running Kangana Ranaut vs Hrithik Roshan saga to whether Filmfare awards are rigged (and what Shah Rukh Khan has said about it), plus the murky world of PR manipulation in Bollywood — nothing is off limits.

Expect gossip, industry insight, and unapologetically strong opinions.

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 - “We 100% believe this” intro
00:23 - Conspiracies Pt. 2 begins
00:37 - Kangana Ranaut & Hrithik Roshan: what really happened?
04:29 - “This is NOT a conspiracy”
05:00 - Are Filmfare Awards rigged?
06:35 - Inside Bollywood award show politics
08:30 - Why awards don’t mean what they used to
08:45 - PR wars, planted stories & sabotage
10:00 - Is Bollywood PR basically extortion?
11:10 - Final thoughts + your conspiracies

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Asim | Amrita | Sujoy

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In this episode, the Khandaan gang dives into Bollywood conspiracy theories we might actually believe…Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy go full filmi conspiracy mode. From the long-standing mystery around Divya Bharti’s death to whether Bollywood box office numbers are quietly manipulated, and even the authorship of Kal Ho Naa Ho, nothing is off limits.Expect wild theories, sharp takes, and just enough disclaimers to avoid legal trouble.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 - Intro: “Don’t sue us” disclaimer

00:38 - Why conspiracy theories are everywhere

00:45 - Divya Bharti: accident or something else?

05:52 - Are Bollywood box office numbers inflated?

09:36 - Kal Ho Naa Ho: who really directed it?

13:55 - Final thoughts + your conspiracy theories

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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy dig into the reaction around Dhurandar 2—from audience hype to questions around storytelling, politics, and whether it’s even worth your time. Sujoy shares a full spoiler breakdown, while the team unpack the film’s reception and what it says about Bollywood right now. Plus, quick takes on Subedar, a Malayalam wrestling drama, and a heartfelt listener message as Khandaan crosses 300 episodes. Expect sharp takes, film nerdery, and a few unexpected tangents along the way.

Segments00:00 – Catch-ups & intro03:00 – Dhurandar 2 reactions and debate18:30 – Spoiler discussion & politics in the film38:30 – Subedar review44:30 – Malayalam wrestling film chat49:30 – Listener mail & 300 episode reflections

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