Before she was a star, Bhumi Pednekkar was a star-maker—a casting agent at Yash Raj Films who helped discover the likes of Ranveer Singh and Vicky Kaushal. In this deep-dive interview with Mayank Shekhar, Bhumi looks back at her life on the other side of the camera and the harsh reality of delivering one of Hindi cinema’s biggest washouts.
13 February,2026 09:31 AM IST
Did you know Neha Dhupia was almost named Nirvana? In this candid "no bullsh*t" conversation, Neha reveals the surprising reason her parents changed her name last minute to honor a Deepti Naval character. She also drops a bombshell about her acting debut—which didn't happen in India, but in a Japanese film! From the Miss India stage to the podcasting throne, Neha talks about the relentless hustle of staying relevant in a changing industry.
22 January,2026 04:55 PM IST
Madhuri Dixit Nene reveals the untold secrets behind her iconic 'Dhak Dhak' song, the hilarious reason her U.S. neighbors almost called the cops, and her brand-new avatar in 'Mrs. Deshpande.' In this exclusive episode of 'Sit With Hitlist,' the legendary Madhuri Dixit joins Mayank Shekhar to take a deep dive into her journey from being India’s ultimate sweetheart to her life in Denver and her big return to the screen.
14 January,2026 01:03 PM IST
In this heartfelt episode of The Bollywood Film Story, singer Shilpa Rao sits down with Mayank Shekhar for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation. Shilpa opens up about growing up with a father who quietly shaped her musical journey, her early struggles after arriving in Mumbai, and why she believes “Bombay people are not starstruck.” She reflects on life-altering failures, the importance of constantly learning, and the moment her first song changed everything.
31 December,2025 08:20 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
