S2 Ep1: Season 2 Teaser: Interview with Producer Kamil Chima
Sep 01, 2020
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We’re kicking off season two with a teaser *interview* - that’s right, a voice other than the Maazes! Listen in to orient this season by hearing from a creative from Pakistan: Film Producer Kamil Chima.
S1 Ep13: Long Live the Kings
May 05, 2020
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It’s been a tough time for all of us. As if the world basically shutting down wasn’t bad enough, April 2020 brought more dark news: the passing of two Bollywood legends, Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor. We couldn’t in good faith let their passing go without sharing our favorite moments of each, and celebrating their respective legacies in a special bonus episode. Join the Maazes as they commemorate two Kings and honor their work both on-screen and off.
S1 Ep12: Jodi(s) No. 1
Feb 13, 2020
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Peanut Butter and Jelly. Daal and Chawal. Emraan Hashmi and Makeout Scenes. Maaz Ali and Maaz Khan. Iconic duos one and all, but some resonate with us more than others. For a special Bonus Episode, the Maazes discuss Bollywood couples both past and present, dissecting their impact on viewers and society at large. From Amitabh and Rekha to Ranveer and Deepika, our hosts take an introspective look on the relationships that defined entire generations, and why on-screen romance remains so important to us to this day.
S1 Ep11: The Rise and Fall of King Khan (P. II)
Oct 29, 2019
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Arguably the greatest actor in Bollywood history, Shah Rukh has given us countless memories over the years and has carried the weight of the Indian Film Industry on his shoulders for almost three decades. Obviously he’s undefeated when it comes to hits, right? WRONG. Whether we like to admit it or not, SRK has had many hits ... but also many fails. When was his prime? What was his come up? When did he become a tired act? Oh my what was he thinking with that one? When will he become a father finally and stop showing up as the love interest? How did he manage to get ripped for that shirtless scene? We’ll dive into all this in more in this two-episode season finale of Desi Standard Time.
S1 Ep10: The Rise and Fall of King Khan (P. I)
Oct 22, 2019
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Arguably the greatest actor in Bollywood history, Shah Rukh has given us countless memories over the years and has carried the weight of the Indian Film Industry on his shoulders for almost three decades. Obviously he’s undefeated when it comes to hits, right? WRONG. Whether we like to admit it or not, SRK has had many hits ... but also many fails. When was his prime? What was his come up? When did he become a tired act? Oh my what was he thinking with that one? When will he finally play the father and stop showing up as the love interest? How did he manage to get ripped for that shirtless scene? We’ll dive into all this in more in this two-episode season finale of Desi Standard Time.
S1 Ep9: Sa Re Ga Ma(az) Pa
Oct 15, 2019
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Much like laugh tracks from 90s TV sitcoms, no Bollywood movie is complete without its soundtrack. The Maazes examine the music that uplifted, detracted, and often transcended Bollywood movies. From the lovelorn ballads of the black and white days to the remixed classics bumping in clubs today ... our hosts leave no tune unturned.
S1 Ep8: The Fast and The Dhoom
Oct 08, 2019
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We know what you’re all wondering: Could Hrithik Roshan beat Vin Diesel in a fist fight? While debating this exact topic, the Maazes realized something: Bollywood and Hollywood really are not that different after all. Biceps, babes, and barely-there plot lines seem to be the perfect combination for a box office hit. This week’s episode looks at two of the best franchises employing this formula, and what exactly makes them so awesome.
S1 Ep7: Genre Samjha Karo
Oct 01, 2019
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This week the Maazes take a categorical look at the restrictions Bollywood often places upon itself. When you think “Bollywood,” you already know to expect a classic love story, colorful dances, and scant character development. But as the industry strives to break new boundaries, other genre-defining characteristics have started to emerge, and not always to everyone’s liking. The Maazes dissect these envelope-pushers, and what they mean for Bollywood’s future.
S1 Ep6: Aankh Marey
Sep 24, 2019
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Every desi child cringes when remembering the look their parents gave them as children when they did something wrong. In this episode, the Maazes examine the most famous eye twitches, stare-downs, sexy winks, and anything else ocular in Bollywood. From Amrish Puri’s eyeballs reaching a full foot in front of his face to Johnny Lever’s famed twitch, we discuss the many looks (literally) that Bollywood has given us over the years, and which are the most memorable.
S1 Ep5: Konflikt with Karan
Sep 17, 2019
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Since we were children, Karan Johar has provided us with numerous moments of joy, pain, flamboyant commentary, and trash Hindi-language productions. As a Director and Producer, he has won over our hearts using Shah Rukh as a puppet and sarcasm as bait. However, he has also manipulated the Bollywood landscape through his commentary and interviews on his famous talk show, Koffee with Karan. The Maazes tackle their hardest question yet: Is Karan Johar the good guy … or the bad guy?
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