Paisa Vasool

2025 is done — and what a mixed year it was for Indian cinema 🎥In this special year-end Paisa Vasool episode, Sravan and Tarun break down:🔥 The Best films of 2025 (slim pickings…)💣 The Worst films of 2025 (sadly, plenty to choose from)🎯 Movies that disappointed the most🚀 Our most anticipated films of 2026🎄 Sankranti / Pongal 2026 box office predictionsFrom surprise winners like Lokah: Chapter 1 to major letdowns like Game Changer, Hari Hara Veera Mallu, and Akhanda 2, we go through what worked, what failed, and what we’re still excited for next year.👇 Let us know in the comments:• Your best & worst movie of 2025• Which 2026 film you’re most excited forWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5vdjrp3RoY4⏱️ Timestamps0:24 – Welcome & episode setup1:40 – 2025 box office overview2:24 – Highest grossing films of 20253:12 – Where Dhurandhar stands5:40 – Best films of 2025 (criteria & debate)7:34 – Lokah: Chapter 1 discussion9:54 – Telugu & Tamil films in 202511:26 – Overall verdict on 202512:06 – Worst films of 202512:10 – Game Changer discussion13:20 – Hari Hara Veera Mallu breakdown14:26 – Akhanda 2 & disappointment factor15:45 – Expectation vs reality failures16:27 – Which industry won 2025?17:31 – Looking ahead to 202617:40 – Sankranti / Pongal 2026 films19:53 – Ramayana Part 1 & big-ticket releases21:20 – Sequels, cinematic universes & doubts23:06 – Telugu & Tamil 2026 slate24:01 – Most anticipated films of 202625:23 – Sankranti box office predictions26:41 – Which film will win Sankranti?28:16 – Poll-driven viewing & listener picks29:11 – Films we may have missed30:15 – How to reach us31:06 – Final thoughts & New Year sign-off📲 Follow us:🔗 Instagram: @paisavasoolpod🔗 TikTok: @paisavasool6📧 Email: [email protected] equipment we use:Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPbRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLPRode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIpXLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOgåIf you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3gjnw87åBuy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CRecalibrationAcast Supporter: https://supporter.acast.com/cognitive-recalibrationIf you enjoy our content, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If you haven't already done so, please give us a review on iTunes or Spotify and help spread the word.#PaisaVasool #BestOf2025 #WorstOf2025 #IndianCinema #TeluguMovies #TamilMovies #HindiCinema #MalayalamMovies #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #YearEndSpecial #2026Movies #MostAnticipated #Sankranti2026 #PongalReleases Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode, we switch gears completely and review Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar (Uri: The Surgical Strike).With a massive cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun, Dhurandhar is a sprawling, intense, and brutally violent political thriller loosely inspired by real events.In this episode, Sravan and Tarun discuss:Whether a 3.5-hour runtime is justifiedRanveer Singh’s performance vs his real-life personaWhy the film is technically excellent but emotionally drainingComparisons to Chhaava and AnimalThe violence, pacing, rewatch value, and chapter-based structureWhy this works as cinema, but not as comfort viewingThis is one of the better-made films of the year, even if it’s not one you’ll rush to rewatch.Let us know what you thought — did Dhurandhar live up to the hype?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-gxdwcxGWDE🕒 Timestamps 00:24 – Welcome to Paisa Vasool + Dhurandhar intro01:09 – Aditya Dhar after Uri + cast overview01:45 – Akshaye Khanna appreciation02:30 – Supporting cast: Sanjay Dutt, Madhavan, Arjun Rampal03:08 – Budget, box office & reception03:48 – “Loosely based on true events” discussion04:17 – Initial reactions: intense but well made05:05 – Structure, chapters & technical execution05:33 – Acting performances across the cast06:01 – Violence & brutality warning06:23 – Comparisons to Chhaava06:57 – Rewatch value discussion07:22 – Sequel confirmation07:39 – Ranveer Singh performance breakdown08:33 – Career comparison & recent films09:06 – Violence vs Animal09:45 – Pakistan setting & Thailand shoot10:20 – Language & authenticity discussion10:44 – Runtime & pacing issues11:05 – First half vs second half11:24 – Final recommendation11:49 – OTT viewing potential12:11 – Chapter format & series idea12:44 – Year-end plans & future episodes13:16 – Where to find Paisa Vasool13:52 – Why good films sometimes spark less debate14:14 – Historical accuracy disclaimer14:30 – Comparison to Raazi15:05 – Final thoughts & wrap-up📲 Follow us:🔗 Instagram: @paisavasoolpod🔗 TikTok: @paisavasool6📧 Email: [email protected] equipment we use:Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPbRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLPRode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIpXLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOgåIf you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3gjnw87åBuy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CRecalibrationAcast Supporter: https://supporter.acast.com/cognitive-recalibrationIf you enjoy our content, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If you haven't already done so, please give us a review on iTunes or Spotify and help spread the word.#Dhurandhar #RanveerSingh #PaisaVasool #AdityaDhar #HindiCinema #BollywoodReview #AkshayeKhanna #IndianCinema #MovieReview #PoliticalThriller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another episode, another “definition of cinema” 💀In this Paisa Vasool episode, Sravan and Tarun review Akhanda 2: Thaandavam — starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, directed by Boyapati Srinu, with music by Thaman.We went in expecting Boyapati-level physics to be illegal… but what we got was a 3-hour loudspeaker assault, a plot that keeps inventing itself to justify runtime, and a second half that swerves from mass action into devotional + patriotic + bio-warfare madness (yes, really).We discuss:Why this might be one of the worst films we’ve watched this yearThe insanely loud sound mix (even after asking the cinema twice)The “two Balakrishnas” setup and why one of them is pointlessToo many villains, too many monologues, not enough actual storyThe wild “China virus into the Ganga to destroy belief in God” plotThe IQ 227 daughter… who does absolutely nothing smartAnd of course: “border place”, electric suits, and peak meme materialDrop your thoughts below — did you enjoy the chaos, or did your ears file a lawsuit?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Kjgns0zjUJU🕒 Timestamps00:34 – Welcome back + another Balayya film01:10 – Akhanda 2 setup: Boyapati, Thaman, sequel continuation01:59 – Budget talk (200 cr) + “highest Balayya budget”02:26 – Release delay + producer financial issues03:18 – First reactions: “Not good… worst of the year?”04:02 – Only positive: background score (but too loud)04:07 – Sound levels discussion (asked cinema twice)05:25 – Boyapati logic / meme-level action physics06:12 – Main issue: thin story stretched to 3 hours06:52 – Two Balakrishna characters + one is pointless07:27 – Villain overload + unnecessary subplots08:16 – Intermission stretch was okay08:30 – Balayya barely appears in first half08:48 – Second half goes in weird directions09:29 – Why this fails vs “good-bad” entertainers09:42 – Becomes devotional + patriotic + out of place11:14 – Runtime + unnecessary song12:44 – Monologues → fight → repeat structure13:20 – Boyapati worst-movie comparisons14:41 – Suspension of disbelief (Marvel vs Boyapati)15:38 – Dubbing/acting problems (daughter, Chinese character, others)16:36 – Spoilers start: IQ 227 daughter discussion18:02 – Bio-warfare plot: virus in the Ganga to destroy belief19:06 – Vaccine logic + self-injection madness20:06 – Villains show up and die (+ Adi Pinisetty)21:15 – Pragya Jaiswal character killed off (and barely mentioned)22:08 – Tank impalement + “border place” + “kill him mercilessly”23:30 – Random electric suit goons + unstoppable Akhanda24:40 – Small positive: Balayya plays closer to his age25:36 – Balayya vs Chiranjeevi recent output discussion26:27 – Next review tease + where to reach us📲 Follow us:🔗 Instagram: @paisavasoolpod🔗 TikTok: @paisavasool6📧 Email: [email protected] equipment we use:Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPbRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLPRode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIpXLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOgåIf you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3gjnw87åBuy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CRecalibrationAcast Supporter: https://supporter.acast.com/cognitive-recalibrationIf you enjoy our content, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If you haven't already done so, please give us a review on iTunes or Spotify and help spread the word.#Akhanda2 #Balakrishna #PaisaVasool #BoyapatiSrinu #Thaman #Tollywood #TeluguCinema #MovieReview #IndianCinema #NBK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Paisa Vasool episode, Sravan and Tarun dive into Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit, Pawan Kalyan’s long-delayed period epic that went through years of production trouble and a director change.We break down:How the film’s five-year production derailed itThe shift from Krish to A.M. Jyothi KrishnaBobby Deol as Aurangzeb and whether the character works at allMM Keeravani’s score after RRRThe inconsistent visuals, jarring green-screen work, and infamous tornado ending that got cutAnd of course… that abrupt non-ending and “Part 2” title cardWe also compare it to OG, talk about Pawan Kalyan’s current phase as an actor–politician, and look at the wider pattern of big Telugu films under-delivering this year.If you’ve watched Hari Hara Veera Mallu, send us your thoughts – is there a good movie hiding in there somewhere?Watch episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HCHcVG7eRvUTimestamps:00:25 – Intro: Welcome to Paisa Vasool & today’s film00:39 – Revisiting Pawan Kalyan after OG01:03 – Magnum opus setup & expectations01:35 – Production history: Krish, delays & director change02:08 – MM Keeravani’s first (and last?) Pawan Kalyan film02:31 – Cast: Nidhhi Agerwal, Bobby Deol as Aurangzeb03:14 – Budget vs box office: a confirmed flop03:29 – Overall verdict: “It’s not good”04:01 – The film gets worse as it goes along05:06 – First half vs second half06:40 – VFX problems: tiger, wolves & green-screen overload07:52 – Shooting in Mangalagiri warehouse & limited Pawan Kalyan time09:12 – Comparing to Marvel-style “stitched” movies10:25 – Who’s really to blame for the final product?11:44 – Nidhhi Agerwal’s twist & accidental comedy13:15 – What Krish’s original version might have been14:09 – Ranking this among other big Telugu films this year16:17 – Upcoming releases, Telugu line-up & hopes for redemption18:44 – How to contact Paisa Vasool & outro📲 Follow us:🔗 Instagram: @paisavasoolpod🔗 TikTok: @paisavasool6📧 Email: [email protected] equipment we use:Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPbRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLPRode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIpXLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOgåIf you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3gjnw87åBuy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CRecalibrationAcast Supporter: https://supporter.acast.com/cognitive-recalibrationIf you enjoy our content, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If you haven't already done so, please give us a review on iTunes or Spotify and help spread the word.#HariHaraVeeraMallu #PawanKalyan #PaisaVasool #TeluguCinema #Tollywood #MovieReview #BobbyDeol #MMKeeravani #Krish Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Paisa Vasool episode, Sravan and Tarun unpack Teja Sajja’s latest fantasy–adventure Mirai. We cover the film’s ambitious world-building, the mythological elements, Manchu Manoj’s loud and eccentric villain performance, the uneven comedy track, the VFX quality, and how Mirai compares to Hanu-Man.We also talk about why the OTT response was so different from theatres, whether the film justifies the beginning of a cinematic universe, and what the Rana post-credit scene might mean.If you’ve watched Mirai, let us know your thoughts — did the fantasy–superhero formula work for you?Watch episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o0-kNpZTBXYTimestamps:00:24 – Welcome to Paisa Vasool (Sravan, Tarun & Remy)00:36 – Introducing Mirai + initial thoughts01:01 – Teja Sajja, child star roles & career path01:31 – Director background & film details01:44 – Budget, box office & OTT performance02:00 – Did we like Mirai? First impressions02:18 – Theatre love vs OTT backlash02:47 – The “mythological superhero” formula03:06 – Visuals & VFX quality03:42 – Magical bird sequence03:50 – Manchu Manoj’s villain performance04:02 – Intentional exaggeration?04:24 – Action episodes analysis04:58 – Hero’s power progression05:14 – Henchwoman action sequence05:19 – Acting quality across the board05:30 – Main female lead’s performance05:32 – Teja Sajja’s acting05:36 – The comedy track & police subplot05:59 – Director cameos06:05 – Second-half issues06:14 – Long runtime06:23 – The abrupt ending06:36 – Train action sequence07:05 – The nine books & villain goal07:43 – First vs second half08:17 – Comparison with Hanu-Man08:32 – Jagapathi Babu flashback09:16 – Post-credit scene with Rana09:43 – Sequel setup09:59 – Why the universe doesn’t feel compelling10:19 – Overall verdict: OTT vs theatre10:35 – Comedy revisit10:50 – Over-the-top acting revisit11:01 – Background score appreciation11:13 – Final thoughts11:23 – Is it worth watching?11:45 – Where to follow & contact Paisa Vasool📲 Follow us:🔗 Instagram: @paisavasoolpod🔗 TikTok: @paisavasool6📧 Email: [email protected] equipment we use:Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPbRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLPRode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIpXLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOgåIf you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3gjnw87åBuy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CRecalibrationAcast Supporter: https://supporter.acast.com/cognitive-recalibrationIf you enjoy our content, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If you haven't already done so, please give us a review on iTunes or Spotify and help spread the word.#Mirai #TejaSajja #PaisaVasool#Tollywood #TeluguCinema #MovieReview #ManchuManoj #HanuMan #FantasyCinema #IndianCinema #TollywoodReview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.