Join David and Lisa as they welcome special guest Vidya Makan, performer, writer and composer,, for an in-depth discussion on the adaptation, cultural significance, and cinematic brilliance of 'Bride and Prejudice.' They explore how the adaptation honors Jane Austen's work while seamlessly blending Bollywood charm, the genius of the film's cast, and the clever commentary on modern societal issues. Whether you're a fan of Jane Austen, Bollywood, or musicals, this episode is an exciting celebration of cross-cultural storytelling. Don't miss the behind-the-scenes insights and spirited conversations about this beloved film!

Find out more about the podcast here:

Instagram @in2theaustenverse 

Tiktok @in2theaustenverse and on

YouTube @intotheaustenverse

Learn more Vidya and her work at vidyamakan.com (listen to her ARIA nominated album The Lucky Country - it's fantastic) or you can follow her on Insta here @vidyamakan

 

Next week - it’s Fire Island - Pride and Prejudice retold through the eyes of 21st Century gay culture.  Its written by Joel Kim Booster and you can find it on Disney+.

 

Join David and Lisa as they welcome special guest Vidya Makan, performer, writer and composer,, for an in-depth discussion on the adaptation, cultural significance, and cinematic brilliance of 'Bride and Prejudice.' They explore how the adaptation honors Jane Austen's work while seamlessly blending Bollywood charm, the genius of the film's cast, and the clever commentary on modern societal issues. Whether you're a fan of Jane Austen, Bollywood, or musicals, this episode is an exciting celebration of cross-cultural storytelling. Don't miss the behind-the-scenes insights and spirited conversations about this beloved film!
Find out more about the podcast here:
Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/in2theaustenverse/"> @in2theaustenverse</a>&nbsp;
Tiktok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@in2theaustenverse"> @in2theaustenverse</a> and on
YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@IntoTheAustenverse"> @intotheaustenverse</a>
Learn more Vidya and her work at <a href="http://vidyamakan.com/">vidyamakan.com</a> (listen to her ARIA nominated album The Lucky Country - it's fantastic) or you can follow her on Insta here&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vidyamakan/">@vidyamakan</a>
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Next week - it&rsquo;s Fire Island - Pride and Prejudice retold through the eyes of 21st Century gay culture.&nbsp; Its written by Joel Kim Booster and you can find it on Disney+.
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Into The Austenverse is a brand-new podcast celebrating Jane Austen’s works and subsequent adaptations. 2025 marks 250 years since the birth of Austen, whose groundbreaking novels not only transformed literature but continue to shape and inspire modern culture. Hosts David and Lisa Campbell bring depth & devotion, hot-takes & humour as they lead us through the books, the films, the TV series and adaptations - Into The Austenverse.

Into The Austenverse is a brand-new podcast celebrating Jane Austen&rsquo;s works and subsequent adaptations. 2025 marks 250 years since the birth of Austen, whose groundbreaking novels not only transformed literature but continue to shape and inspire modern culture. Hosts David and Lisa Campbell bring depth &amp; devotion, hot-takes &amp; humour as they lead us through the books, the films, the TV series and adaptations - Into The Austenverse.

Into The Austenverse is a brand-new podcast celebrating Jane Austen’s works and subsequent adaptations. 2025 marks 250 years since the birth of Austen, whose groundbreaking novels not only transformed literature but continue to shape and inspire modern culture. 

Into The Austenverse

 Bride and Prejudice with Special Guest, Vidya Makan

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