Zeenat Aman and Shabana Azmi | Bun Tikki | Spill The Tea with Sneha
A Film Companion exclusive from the sets of Bun Tikki with Zeenat Aman and Shabana Azmi. Sneha Menon Desai takes you on the sets of the Manish Malhotra produced film directed by Faraz Ansari for the shoot of the film's climax scene. The actresses talk about their stories from the sets in the 80s, their working relationship and how they choose their projects now. Of course we asked Zeenat Aman about her Instagram A-game!
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Mira Kapoor Exclusive Interview with Sneha Menon Desai | Spill The Tea | Film Companion
In this conversation with Sneha Menon Desai, Mira Kapoor talks about her journey into the public life on her own terms. What it’s been like to turn entrepreneur with her skincare brand Akind, dealing with the backlash on her comments on working mothers a few years ago and how she ensures she keeps it real for her children. She also talks about her relationship with her in-laws, and the role Shahid Kapoor has played in her life.
#MiraKapoor #Akind
00:00 - Spilling The Tea with Mira Kapoor
01:10 - Has Mira figured out what kind of entrepreneur she is?
02:21 - What kind of decisions has she had to make in the last month?
04:06 - Non-negotiables in terms of what Mira didn’t want AKIND to be
05:22 - Skincare mistakes of Mira, to learn from
07:04 - People assumptions on why one shouldn’t work, and the ONE BIG CONTROVERSY
12:26 - Navigating through the fame
15:20 - Making herself relatable but also aspirational
17:27 - Teaching children the idea of gratitude
20:41 - Shahid being a “complete mess” until Mira entered
24:50 - The most misunderstood thing about being Mira Kapoor
27:34 - Juggling between home and work
29:43 - What helps Mira keep it real?
31:43 - Introducing one and all to AKIND
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Inside Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Bungalow | Rautu Ka Raaz | Spill The Tea | Film Companion
In this interview with Sneha Menon Desai, Nawazuddin Siddiqui discusses his enduring love for theatre and how his home reflects his personality. He shares that his daughter is learning acting and how she prefers not to seek his advice. He further candidly admits to scenes in his filmography that he dislikes. He talks about how, despite the industry's challenges, he navigates the "big bad world" by staying grounded and maintaining his integrity, emphasising the importance of keeping a balanced perspective in both his personal and professional life.
#NawazuddinSiddiqui #RautuKaRaaz00:00 - Spilling The Tea with Nawazuddin Siddiqui
01:55 - When did Nawaz make this house? And how did he create it?
06:05 - Falling into the trap of “Apun Ich Bhagwan Hai”
07:52 - Nawaz’s personalised book recommendations
08:48 - Can acting be taught and learnt?
09:53 - How does he do it every single time?
12:45 - “Bohut tezz aur bahut ajeeb”
13:39 - Trusting easily what people show
14:47 - Being hopeless from Bollywood
17:27 - Good people missing out on opportunities
18:36 - Most peaceful part of Nawaz’s house
22:21 - An actor becoming a caricature of his own self
24:11 - Doing a good scene
25:07 - Nawaz’s favourite scene of himself
26:44 - Going back to his hometown
28:16 - Nawaz’s daughter taking over his Instagram account
31:08 - Does he teach her acting?
31:56 - Dedicating half of his life to acting, and the losses dealt with on the way
33:13 - Three of films of his he hopes the new generation sees
35:04 - Getting frustrated with lazy acting
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Abhay Verma Interview with Sneha Menon Desai | Munjya | Spill The Tea
In an engaging interview with Sneha Menon Desai, Abhay Verma, the star of "Munjya," opens up about his incredible 14-year journey to finally get his big break in the industry. He describes moving to Mumbai, where he immersed himself in the vibrant acting community. He shares his experience of having sleepless nights since the release of "Munjya," reflecting on his newfound success and the challenges ahead.
#Munjya #AbhayVerma
00:00 - Spilling The Tea with Abhay Verma
01:15 - What have the last couples of days been like, for Abhay?
01:40 - What is he enjoying most, right now?
02:35 - Being surprised with the staggering opening
03:59 - The emotional connectivity with Aaram Nagar
05:09 - Some major compliments received
06:54 - Picking scripts, and how it’s working for Abhay
08:23 - The dream feeling distant enough
10:45 - Making observations during the struggle, and working away from the same
12:46 - Seeing yourself on the poster
16:48 - Landing back inside Aaram Nagar
17:36 - Not referring to the period before grabbing the film, as ‘struggle’
22:40 - Being the “AD-Boy”
22:43 - Blocking out the noise
26:20 - Abhay’s biggest risks in life
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Chhaya Kadam Interview with Sneha Menon Desai | Spill The Tea | Film Companion
In this conversation with Sneha Menon Desai, Chhaya Kadam reflects on her meteoric rise over the past year, sharing insights into her journey within the Indian Film Industry. She elaborates on the significance of representing India at Cannes’24 and the profound experience of winning the Grand Prix for her role in Payal Kapadia's directorial masterpiece, "All We Imagine As Light". Amidst the whirlwind of success, Chhaya discusses the factors that anchor her to reality and gratitude, while also highlighting the pivotal roles that projects like "Madgaon Express" and "Laapataa Ladies" played in amplifying her visibility.
#ChhayaKadam #LaapataaLadies #AllWeImagineAsLight #CannesFilmFestival
00:00 - Spilling The Tea with Chhaya Kadam
01:34 - Chhaya’s memories of her house
03:10 - Playing Kabaddi and the same shaping her craft
05:54 - Her first film not releasing and the impact of the same
07:50 - The challenge of being and acting as a star
08:53 - 15 years of hardwork
12:34 - The experience of Cannes and the pay off
13:53 - Why does Chhaya think the success came late to her?
15:41 - Her scripts being completely written for her, and the gut feeling surrounding characters
17:54 - Was Cannes how Chhaya imagined it?
23:19 - The entry of the cast at the Cannes Red Carpet
28:38 - Going up on stage to collect the award
30:24 - Does Chhaya think this the best time to be a heroine
35:56 - What is Chhaya enjoying the most currently?
40:33 - Has anything changed for Chhaya in last one year?
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