This week on Cyrus Says, we bring you the incredible journey of Tahir Raj Bhasin! From a disciplined upbringing in an Indian Air Force household to studying political science at Hindu College and screen media in Australia, Tahir's path to Bollywood is nothing short of fascinating.

Ever wondered how a young boy who discovered acting at 13 ended up playing iconic roles like Karan Rastogi in Mardaani and Sunil Gavaskar in 83? Or what it feels like to walk the red carpet at Cannes for Manto? Tahir spills it all!

He shares untold stories from the sets of Chhichhore with Nitesh Tiwari, the transformation from villain to romantic lead in Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein.

This week on Cyrus Says, we bring you the incredible journey of Tahir Raj Bhasin! From a disciplined upbringing in an Indian Air Force household to studying political science at Hindu College and screen media in Australia, Tahir's path to Bollywood is nothing short of fascinating.
Ever wondered how a young boy who discovered acting at 13 ended up playing iconic roles like Karan Rastogi in Mardaani and Sunil Gavaskar in 83? Or what it feels like to walk the red carpet at Cannes for Manto? Tahir spills it all!
He shares untold stories from the sets of Chhichhore with Nitesh Tiwari, the transformation from villain to romantic lead in Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein.

Broadcasting through the week with a rotating panel of guests, Cyrus Says is the definitive show on life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense, traffic, kids, food, and everything that matters. Mostly.

Broadcasting through the week with a rotating panel of guests, Cyrus Says is the definitive show on life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense, traffic, kids, food, and everything that matters. Mostly.

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Tahir Bhasin: Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein, Air Force Upbringing, Sunil Gavaskar Fun in 83 & Bollywood

Actor Sayani Gupta joins Cyrus Says for one of the most candid conversations she’s ever had — about ambition, money, fear, and the cost of choosing yourself.

Sayani talks about growing up in Kolkata, secretly moving to Delhi at 18, turning down a fast-track corporate career (including a GM-level role), lying to her bosses to attend film school auditions, and eventually walking away from financial security to study at the Film and Television Institute of India.

She opens up about her early films, underpayment, critical acclaim with Margarita With a Straw and Article 15, being featured on Pornhub without consent, navigating success as a woman, loneliness, dating in modern India, and why many women today feel they’ve outgrown the men around them.

Funny, uncomfortable, emotional, and brutally honest — this episode goes far beyond filmography into what it actually costs to live life on your own terms.

Actor Sayani Gupta joins Cyrus Says for one of the most candid conversations she&rsquo;s ever had &mdash; about ambition, money, fear, and the cost of choosing yourself.
Sayani talks about growing up in Kolkata, secretly moving to Delhi at 18, turning down a fast-track corporate career (including a GM-level role), lying to her bosses to attend film school auditions, and eventually walking away from financial security to study at the Film and Television Institute of India.
She opens up about her early films, underpayment, critical acclaim with Margarita With a Straw and Article 15, being featured on Pornhub without consent, navigating success as a woman, loneliness, dating in modern India, and why many women today feel they&rsquo;ve outgrown the men around them.
Funny, uncomfortable, emotional, and brutally honest &mdash; this episode goes far beyond filmography into what it actually costs to live life on your own terms.

“I’m gonna slit my wrists if…” Sayani Gupta on Cyrus Says

India’s No.1 singles tennis player Sumit Nagal joins Cyrus Says for a rare, honest conversation about what it actually takes to survive professional tennis.From playing street games in Delhi to training abroad as a teenager, almost quitting the sport at 12 because it was too expensive, winning Junior Wimbledon doubles, breaking into the ATP Top 100, and taking a set off Roger Federer — Sumit walks through every high and low of his journey.He also speaks candidly about the financial reality of tennis, injuries, life on tour, Davis Cup pressure, why most Indian players have to leave the country to succeed, and what needs to change for Indian tennis to grow.With Cyrus adding humour and curiosity, this episode pulls back the curtain on a sport that looks glamorous — but is anything but.⚠️ Language & humour warning.

India&rsquo;s No.1 singles tennis player&nbsp;Sumit Nagal&nbsp;joins&nbsp;Cyrus Says&nbsp;for a rare, honest conversation about what it&nbsp;actually&nbsp;takes to survive professional tennis.From playing street games in Delhi to training abroad as a teenager, almost quitting the sport at 12 because it was too expensive, winning&nbsp;Junior Wimbledon doubles, breaking into the ATP Top 100, and taking a set off&nbsp;Roger Federer&nbsp;&mdash; Sumit walks through every high and low of his journey.He also speaks candidly about the&nbsp;financial reality of tennis, injuries, life on tour, Davis Cup pressure, why most Indian players have to leave the country to succeed, and what needs to change for Indian tennis to grow.With Cyrus adding humour and curiosity, this episode pulls back the curtain on a sport that looks glamorous &mdash; but is anything but.⚠️ Language &amp; humour warning.

What It Really Takes to Be a Pro Tennis Player. ft. Sumit Nagal

Stand-up comedian Vineeth Srinivasan joins Cyrus Broacha for a completely unhinged episode of Cock & Bull, where structure is optional and logic is discouraged.

From being confused with a Malayalam movie star, to debating Vidyut Jamwal climbing trees naked, political outrage cycles, Indian cricket obsession, podcast culture, election narratives, Mumbai trains, Bigg Boss trauma, long-term relationships, and the slow horror of aging bodies — this conversation goes exactly where it shouldn’t.

There are opinions.
There is gossip.
There is way too much talk about urine.

This episode is not informative.
It is extremely Cock & Bull.

Stand-up comedian Vineeth Srinivasan joins Cyrus Broacha for a completely unhinged episode of Cock &amp; Bull, where structure is optional and logic is discouraged.
From being confused with a Malayalam movie star, to debating Vidyut Jamwal climbing trees naked, political outrage cycles, Indian cricket obsession, podcast culture, election narratives, Mumbai trains, Bigg Boss trauma, long-term relationships, and the slow horror of aging bodies &mdash; this conversation goes exactly where it shouldn&rsquo;t.
There are opinions. There is gossip. There is way too much talk about urine.
This episode is not informative. It is extremely Cock &amp; Bull.

Tahir Bhasin: Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein, Air Force Upbringing, Sunil Gavaskar Fun in 83 & Bollywood

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