The Hot Take

Viraj Sheth joins The Hot Take Podcast for a raw breakdown of the creator economy—what creators really earn, the truth behind fame, burnout, de-influencing, credibility, and why sincerity is the future of content. A must-listen for creators, marketers, and anyone trying to understand how the digital world actually works.

In this episode of The Hot Take Podcast, YouTuber Anmol Jamwal joins host Suchin to review the highs and lows of Bollywood in 2025. They discuss the blockbusters that disappointed, the surprises that impressed, and the trends that left audiences scratching their heads—from the decline of the Spy Universe to the rise of the “heartbreak male lead.” The conversation also highlights standout performances, hidden indie gems, marketing hits and flops, and shifts in choreography and star power.

Filmmaker Shakun Batra, director of Kapoor & Sons and Gehraiyaan, joins The Hot Take podcast for an insightful conversation on how AI is reshaping film creation and consumption. Now heading Jouska Films, Shakun has launched an AI Films division under his production house, exploring how storytelling, creativity, and cinematic expression are evolving in the age of generative technology.

In this episode of The Hot Take, comedian Raunaq Rajani gets candid about India’s booming podcast scene, why every celebrity is launching one, the fine line between content and creativity, and how his hit show ‘Relationshit Advice’ is redefining modern Indian comedy with raw humor, real talk, and unfiltered connection.

Senior film journalist Rohit Khilnani explores in depth how Bollywood media has changed from the hegemony of glossy film magazines to the influencer-led, PR-controlled ecosystem of today's film industry in the most recent episode of The Hot Take podcast. He explains why influencers aren't true journalists, how public relations firms and agencies craft headlines and interviews, the growing issue of overexposure and paid hype, and the areas where real film journalism still flourishes.