Movie Masala

In this episode, we review Wedding Season. We discuss how the film attempts to balance traditional rom-com aesthetics with a Bollywood influence and what is lost in translation. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠⁠ Wedding Season | Official Trailer ⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠

We have another special episode, recapping RomComs from 2002 to 2025. Using 15 different romcoms, including Step It Up, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and The Materialists, amongst more, we chart the evolution of RomComs over the last two decades. 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠⁠

For episode 75, we wanted to do something different. We cover a few of the Horror films that have come out in 2025, i.e. Sinners, Together, Bring Her Back, and Weapons. We talk about the common themes in each and what they say about 2025. 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we cover an older, now cult classic, Ella Enchanted. We go over how it has aged really well and how it manages to balance relatively serious themes of segregation, misogyny and interracial relations through fairytale tropes. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠ Ella Enchanted | Official Trailer ⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠⁠

In Ep.73, we review the new film by acclaimed director Darren Aronofsky, 'Caught Stealing.' The film has a stacked cast, including Austin Butler, Zoe Kravitz, and Matt Smith, among many more, but it ultimately still feels generic. It is the director taking a very different swing and not connecting. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠ Caught Stealing | Official Trailer ⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, we review Sorry, Baby (2025). We discuss Eva Victor's directorial debut and their ability to succeed while writing, directing, and acting in this project. We discuss how effectively it showcases the trauma the character faces and how the writing brings it to life. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ Sorry, Baby | Official Trailer ⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ linktr.ee/moviemasalapod...

In Episode 71, we revisit an earlier Studio Ghibli classic, Kiki's Delivery Service (1989). We discuss the film's charm and how it still manages to hold up. We also go over how, in the age of AI why the craftsmanship of Studio Ghibli stands out so much more. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ Kiki's Delivery Service | Official Trailer ⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast...

In episode 70, we review Materialists , Celine Song's follow-up to Past Lives . Featuring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans. We dive into the film’s central themes, exploring how Song once again crafts a poignant story that asks what we truly want from love and connection. 🎬 Watch the trailer: Materialists | Official Trailer 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapod...

In episode 69 (Nice), we review The Bad Guys 2 . We talk about the incredible voice acting, the stellar and dynamic animation, and how you can see the sheer effort poured into every frame of this film. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠⁠ The Bad Guys 2 | Official Trailer⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we review ' My Oxford Year' , starring Corey Fogelmanis and Sofia Carson. We discuss how Corey brings surprising depth to the lead role, while Sofia's performance falls a bit flat. The film delivers a few unexpected emotional moments, but overall sticks to a familiar formula that makes the experience feel hit-or-miss.  🎬 Watch the trailer: My Oxford Year | Official Tr...

In episode 67, we review the new spoof comedy by Lonely Island's Akiva Schaffer, ' The Naked Gun (2025)'. We talk about Liam Neeson’s incredible deadpan comedic chops, Pamela Anderson’s return to the big screen, and wall-to-wall non-stop jokes packed into every scene. We also discuss how this film not only lives up to the original trilogy's legacy but also stays true to older spoof...

In this episode, we review the Indian Indie film Boong. The Debut film from Lakshmipriya Devi has some wonderful performances, especially from its child actors and manages to be both heartwarming and tragic. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠⁠ Boong | Official Trailer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠

In Episode 65, we review Marvel's new take on the First Family- The Fantastic Four: First Steps. We go over the well-written and well-acted characters and how they feel like a genuine family. We also discuss the visuals and how the film uses its retro-futuristic aesthetic. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠⁠Fantastic Four: First Steps | Official Trailer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.e...

In this episode, we review the new Netflix film " Kpop Demon Hunters." We go over the catchy music, fantastic animation, and impressive action sequences. We discuss some of the queer elements in the film and how it centres Korean culture. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠ Kpop Demon Hunters | Official Trailer⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠

In this episode, we review Jurassic World Rebirth, directed by Gareth Edwards with a special guest, Anu. We go over how the franchise feels like it has nowhere new to go and how it never really delivers on any of the conversations it starts. Anu also elaborates on the connections with the original book. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ Jurassic World Rebirth | Official Trailer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen...

In episode 62, we review James Gunn's Superman. We (mainly Taha) geeks out about the incredible characterisation and the performances. We also discuss the plot and, despite some fumbles, manages to execute its central message impeccably. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ Superman | Official Trailer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast⁠⁠

In this episode, we review Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. The film stars Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, as they attempt to hunt down their sex tape. We discuss the film's convoluted plot and how it ultimately fails to effectively destigmatise sex. Questioning why this film was even made ?! (money probably) 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video | Official Trailer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 F...

In episode 60, we review Sitaare Zameen Par . Amir Khan's spirtual sucessor to Taare Zameen Par. The film, which is a Spanish remake, follows Amir Khan coaching a basketball team of neurodivergent disabled youths. We discuss how this film depicts these individuals and if it comes from a good place.  🎬 Watch the trailer: Sitaare Zameen Par | Official Trailer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In episode 59, we review F1: The Movie, the new film from Joseph Kosinski. We go over the performances by Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, the exceptional cinematography by Claudio Miranda and exhilarating racing sequences. We also discuss why this film falls short of Kosinski's previous film, Top Gun: Maverick. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ F1: The Movie| Official Trailer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen:...

In this episode, we cover another TV show. This time it is ' Adults' from FX. We discuss the great performances and how the show comes into its own towards the end of the first season. We also discuss whether this sitcom can truly become Friends in the modern streaming landscape. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ ⁠⁠Adults | Official Trailer⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcas...

In this episode, we review Pixar's latest original film, Elio . We go over the strong performances, especially by Yonas Kibreab and the overall themes of isolation and community. Ending with why animated films like these need to succeed. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ ⁠Elio | Official Trailer⁠⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast

In episode 56, we discuss 2023's Elemental and discuss how its themes and narrative were overlooked. It highlights the immigrant dynamics at play and how the city is a vital part of the immigrant story. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠⁠Elemental | Trailer 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast

In the latest episode, we discuss The Ballad of Wallis Island , the new film by TaskMaster Veteran Tim Key and comedy writer Tom Basden .  Despite the film's simplicity, its performances and sincerity shine through. Mentioning how it feels like a refreshing watch in the Summer Blockbuster season. 🎬 Watch the trailer: ⁠ The Ballad of Wallis Island | Official Trailer⁠⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠...

In episode 54, we discuss the new Palestinian documentary focusing on the encampments at Columbia University. We discuss how it aims to set the narrative straight. We go over how it feels like, it is aimed at people who might be on the fence regarding campus protests. 🎬 Watch the trailer: The Encampments | Official Trailer⁠ 📲 Follow & listen: ⁠linktr.ee/moviemasalapodcast

In this episode, we look back at Kapoor & Sons , the Bollywood drama starring Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra, Fawad Khan, and Rishi Kapoor. We talk about the film’s grounded writing, brilliant performances, and how it balances serious themes with just the right amount of levity. And most importantly, we ask why Bollywood stopped making films like this? 🎬 Watch the trailer: Kapoor & Sons |...