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Filmi Ladies

Filmi Ladies
Bollywood
Indian Cinema
Shashi Kapoor
Shah Rukh Khan
Aishwarya Rai
Rekha
Vidya Balan
Rani Mukerji
Preity Zinta
Karisma Kapoor
Parineeta
Madhuri Dixit
Stree 2
Jab We Met
Shabana Azmi
Tabu
Alia Bhatt
Ranbir Kapoor
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa

Filmi Ladies takes a woman-centered look at Indian cinema, with occasional detours into books, tv, and other pop culture. Hosted by Pitu Sultan and Beth Loves Bollywood.

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Pitu said "Let's watch Saif's new film!!" and Beth said "OK!" before realizing what it was about, and then she wanted to scream into the abyss. Overall we found this a rough watch - but only because it's far too real.

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Affable, energetic, talented, excellent hip swiveler and very versatile Varun Dhawan takes center stage in this episode. We discuss Badlapur, Dishoom, October and Street Dancer 3. For more VD discussion, here are links to the Alia and Bhediya episode... more

A doctor and a nurse having a romantic moment at the hospital, drinking coffee in the moonlight...this romantic drama from 1960 ticks a lot of boxes (and we literally keep count). Meena Kumari, Nadira, and Raaj Kumar star.

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This movie is everything the title promises plus so much more! Starring half of the 1980 film industry and putting most of them on a speeding death trap is a recipe for a great time. We discuss what makes this work so well (bravo to editors R. P. Bap... more

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Recent Guests

Deepika Padukone
Indian actress known for a wide range of leading roles in Hindi cinema
Episode: Filmi Ladies episode 185: Deepika Padukone (superstars series 28)
Vikas Raheja
Podcast host and film enthusiast
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Manish Mathur
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Episode: Filmi Ladies episode 130: love triangles

Hosts

Beth Loves Bollywood
Host of Filmi Ladies with a focus on woman-centered cinema and broader pop culture insights. Brings a sharp eye for performance, aesthetics, and industry context.
Pitu Sultan
Co-host with a keen sense for film history, genre tropes, and feminist readings of cinema. Often drives the analytical threads and cultural context.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Great listen

    It’s so nice to hear people speak so passionately about previous eras of Hindi film. Given we are a film obsessed country, it’s bizarre that there are so few podcasts covering the classics. It’s not a particularly technical or analytical show, more like a conversation over chai with friends

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrequentReviewer
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Wah wah Kya baat hai!

    I love listening to the Filmi Ladies. They always have an eclectic range of topics to cover in the filmisphere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H.B.P
    United States2 years ago

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Appeals to fans of classic cinema while staying accessible to modern audiences, though some episodes skew casual rather than technical.
The hosts cover eclectic topics with a feminist lens, often mixing nostalgia with sharp cultural critique.
Listeners praise the show for passionate discussions and its warm, chai-and-conversation vibe.

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#49
India/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#216
Russia/TV & Film

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Filmi Ladies episode 164: Bollywood for Beginners episode 1
Q: Can I ask, like, it's fun that we both picked a romance for this first one. What would you say are similarities in the romances?
I think the actress has the author-backed role. Both films show their strong, defined personalities and the appreciative men who respect them.
Filmi Ladies episode 164: Bollywood for Beginners episode 1
Q: Why did you pick Paheli?
I picked Paheli because it was the first thing that came to mind when suggested. I've used it as a starter recommendation for others before, and it has gone well.
Filmi Ladies episode 142: Sudani from Nigeria and Khoj 💚
Q: What can you tell me about 'Khoj'?
'Khoj' is a mystery film featuring Rishi Kapoor where he searches for his missing wife, filled with comedic elements and plot twists that keep the audience engaged.
Filmi Ladies episode 142: Sudani from Nigeria and Khoj 💚
Q: What are your thoughts on 'Sudani from Nigeria'?
It's a heartwarming film that explores themes of nature, belonging, and community in Kerala, portraying the protagonist's struggles as he navigates living away from his home in Nigeria.
Filmi Ladies episode 91: Superstars series 14: Shabana Azmi
Q: If someone has never seen a Shabana Azmi film, what one film would you tell them to start with?
I would tell them to start with Arth.

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A woman-centered discussion of Indian cinema with a focus on representation, genre, and cultural context. Episodes span classic and contemporary films, often revisiting Masala tropes, star personas, and industry dynamics through a feminist, analysis-forward lens. The hosts bring personal anecdotes and strong knowledge of film history, frequently pairing deep dives with light banter and pop culture detours. Unique strengths include a consistent emphasis on female perspectives in storytelling, a willingness to critique problematic eras while celebrating craft, and accessible, conversational pacing that appeals to movie buffs who want insightful context without dense jargon.

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