Govinda is one of Bollywood’s biggest superstars of the 80s and 90s. Known for his unique comic timing, energetic dance moves, colourful style and unforgettable performances, he became one of the most loved entertainers of his generation.

In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Govinda talks about his rise to superstardom, his work with David Dhawan and Kader Khan, highs and lows of his career, and memories of legends like Rajesh Khanna, Dilip Kumar and Dev Anand.

This is Govinda like you have never seen him before - candid, emotional and completely unfiltered.

00:00 – Introduction

01:07 – 90s Stardom

03:42 – Dilip Kumar’s Advice

10:27 – Memories of Rajesh Khanna

14:26 – Mother’s Influence

21:20 – ‘Outsider’ Tag in Bollywood

25:29 – Flop Movies

32:18 – Working with David Dhawan

34:49 – Upcoming Films

37:53 – Love Affairs & Relationships

41:14 – Suicide Attempt & Spirituality

46:57 – Underworld Threats

50:34 – Pairing with Kader Khan

53:34 – Iconic Dance Style

58:00 – Chemistry with 90s Leading Heroines

1:03:34 – Global Fashion Trendsetting

1:05:52 – Tips to Salman Khan

1:07:58 – What’s Next for Govinda?

Amitabh Tiwari is a political strategist, election analyst, author and commentator. He is the founder of Vote Vibe and a regular columnist and television panellist. Mallika Bajaj is a digital transformation expert who studies how technology affects the way people learn, behave and think.

In this live edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, they discuss what Gen Z wants and why there is a disconnect between the government and young people. They also explain how algorithms work and why Instagram is becoming the next major platform for election campaigns.

00:00 – Introduction

00:58 – BJP Lost Gen Z Support?

06:22 – Algorithms & the Digital Divide

14:04 – BJP's Social Media Edge

19:58 – Q&A with Gen Z

20:51 – Foreign Apps & Data Leaks

26:39 – Need for Younger Politicians

34:08 – Fake Information in AI Age

42:10 – Gen Z's Political Grammar

45:35 – Job Creation

49:28 – CJP's Future Role

51:21 – Youth Representation in Parliament

56:41 – Legacy vs Independent Media

1:01:08 – Gen Z's Electoral Influence

1:06:02 – Political Labels

1:07:58 – Traditional Media

1:11:46 – The Right Way to Protest

1:17:26 – Political Influencers

1:21:19 – CJP's Political Ambitions

Pavan Malhotra is one of Hindi cinema’s finest actors, known for his powerful performances across films, television, theatre and OTT. In a career spanning over 45 years, he has delivered memorable roles in films like ‘Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro’, ‘Black Friday’, ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ and ‘Jab We Met’.

In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Pavan Malhotra talks about his journey in cinema, working with legendary actors and directors, Bollywood’s PR culture, typecasting, political films and changing approach of new actors.

00:00 – Introduction

00:54 – Working On ‘Gandhi’ Film

05:32 – Theatre’s Marxist Influence

11:40 – Political Films & Selective Outrage

15:34 – ‘Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro’ Story

22:06 – Indian Parallel Cinema

27:04 – Amrish Puri’s Advice

31:36 – ‘Black Friday’ & Anurag Kashyap

38:52 – BTS of ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’

46:10 – Bollywood’s New-Gen Actors

49:46 – Legacy Of Om Puri

54:20 – Bollywood PR Culture

57:42 – OTT vs Theatre

1:02:23 – Rakesh Bedi’s Bollywood Journey

1:07:33 – Making Of ‘Punjab 1984’

1:12:05 – Art Of Storytelling

1:19:48 – Indian Culture & Traditions