In this episode, Pooja unpicks the seams of cinematic style with Theia Tekchandaney - a quiet powerhouse whose understated brilliance has shaped the iconic aesthetics of Jism, Paap and Neerja, to name a few.

Theia joins Pooja to reveal how she uses fabric and fit to broadcast a character's soul before they ever speak a line of dialogue.

They journey through the creation of Bipasha Basu's sultry, noir elegance, and the bold style risks that birthed John Abraham’s signature 'suits-and-chappals' look in Jism. From there she maps the transition to the 'Ethereal Himalayan' spirit of Paap where all her technical expertise garnered in NIFT came to the fore.

Theia also shares the high-stakes reality of life on set - from the grit of aging costumes for 120 Bahadur to the adrenaline of crafting Arshad Warsi's Munna Bhai M.B.B.S wardrobe overnight, and recounts literally stapling herself to Priyanka Chopra to save a live performance.

Beyond the glamour, Theia opens up about the discipline behind the craft, emphasizing a work ethic rooted in humility and a restless curiosity.  She discusses why she insists her assistants approach every job with a beginner's mind, ensuring that ego never gets in the way of discovery. 

In this episode, Pooja unpicks the seams of cinematic style with Theia Tekchandaney - a quiet powerhouse whose understated brilliance has shaped the iconic aesthetics of Jism, Paap and Neerja, to name a few. Theia joins Pooja to reveal how she uses fabric and fit to broadcast a character's soul before they ever speak a line of dialogue. They journey through the creation of Bipasha Basu's sultry, noir elegance, and the bold style risks that birthed John Abraham&rsquo;s signature 'suits-and-chappals' look in Jism. From there she maps the transition to the 'Ethereal Himalayan' spirit of Paap where all her technical expertise garnered in NIFT came to the fore. Theia also shares the high-stakes reality of life on set - from the grit of aging costumes for 120 Bahadur to the adrenaline of crafting Arshad Warsi's Munna Bhai M.B.B.S wardrobe overnight, and recounts literally stapling herself to Priyanka Chopra to save a live performance. Beyond the glamour, Theia opens up about the discipline behind the craft, emphasizing a work ethic rooted in humility and a restless curiosity.&nbsp; She discusses why she insists her assistants approach every job with a beginner's mind, ensuring that ego never gets in the way of discovery.&nbsp;

Join iconic actor and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt as she takes you behind the scenes of the Indian film industry. A new weekly podcast, where she sits down with some of the most remarkable people from Bollywood and beyond, sharing inspiring stories and rare insights, through conversations with directors, actors, musicians, producers, stylists, singers and more. 

From the highs and lows of her journey to the remarkable tales of those shaping Indian cinema, this show offers an authentic glimpse into the heart of the entertainment industry culture and her life - reflections, both reel and real. 

Nothing is off-limits. Love. Loss. Addiction. Healing. Fame. Failure. Everything will be on the table. She and her guests will talk about it all, with honesty and vulnerability, stories you’ve never heard before

Join iconic actor and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt as she takes you behind the scenes of the Indian film industry. A new weekly podcast, where she sits down with some of the most remarkable people from Bollywood and beyond, sharing inspiring stories and rare insights, through conversations with directors, actors, musicians, producers, stylists, singers and more.&nbsp;
From the highs and lows of her journey to the remarkable tales of those shaping Indian cinema, this show offers an authentic glimpse into the heart of the entertainment industry culture and her life - reflections, both reel and real.&nbsp;
Nothing is off-limits. Love. Loss. Addiction. Healing. Fame. Failure. Everything will be on the table. She and her guests will talk about it all, with honesty and vulnerability, stories you&rsquo;ve never heard before

The Pooja Bhatt Show

Join iconic actor and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt as she takes you behind the scenes of the Indian film industry. A new weekly podcast, where she sits down with some of the most remarkable people from Bollywood and beyond, sharing inspiring stories and rare insights, through conversations with directors, actors, musicians, producers, stylists, singers and more. 
From the highs and lows of her journey to the remarkable tales of those shaping Indian cinema, this show offers an authentic glimpse into the heart of the entertainment industry culture and her life - reflections, both reel and real. 
Nothing is off-limits. Love. Loss. Addiction. Healing. Fame. Failure. Everything will be on the table. She and her guests will talk about it all, with honesty and vulnerability, stories you’ve never heard before.

Join iconic actor and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt as she takes you behind the scenes of the Indian film industry. A new weekly podcast, where she sits down with some of the most remarkable people from Bollywood and beyond, sharing inspiring stories and rare insights, through conversations with directors, actors, musicians, producers, stylists, singers and more.&nbsp; From the highs and lows of her journey to the remarkable tales of those shaping Indian cinema, this show offers an authentic glimpse into the heart of the entertainment industry culture and her life - reflections, both reel and real.&nbsp; Nothing is off-limits. Love. Loss. Addiction. Healing. Fame. Failure. Everything will be on the table. She and her guests will talk about it all, with honesty and vulnerability, stories you&rsquo;ve never heard before.

A Conversation With Theia Tekchandaney

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In this revealing episode of The Pooja Bhatt Show, Dino Morea strips away the 'heartthrob' veneer to reveal the grit and vulnerability behind the glamour.

He retraces his roots to his childhood in Bengaluru, where his foundation was built on discipline, etiquette and the importance of being a team player.  Early lessons that served as the anchor that kept him steady through the later turbulence of the film industry.

He candidly discusses finding his feet in the world of modelling and landing his first acting break, only to be met with a crushing silence afterward. In an industry where stalled momentum is often considered a 'death sentence,' Dino talks about navigating the quiet until the phenomenon of Raaz exploded, forever rewriting his destiny.

Dino describes the disorientation of being reduced to a public 'fantasy' at the peak of his fame. He reflects on the profound loneliness of that pedestal and the disquieting moment when the image began to crack, finally forcing him to look at the man underneath the stardom.

He discusses the intense physical training he underwent during Holiday to set a new standard for dance in the industry, showcasing a level of dedication that defines his work ethic.
Reminiscing on their time as co-producers, Pooja and Dino discuss their defiant decision to cast Sunny Leone - not a mere business move, but  a deliberate act of rebellion intended to break the rules of a rigid industry. 

Dino expresses deep gratitude for this 'Hands On' education, where he learned how to handle people and manage the chaos of a set, transforming from an actor into a seasoned professional.
He details a period of  'ego stripping' by  going back to acting school, dropping the nice guy facade and finally stopping the exhausting pursuit of wanting to be liked by everyone. This internal shift and return to basics paved the way for his powerhouse resurgence in heavy-hitting roles like Tandav and The Empire.

The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Dino discusses the passing of his father - the charismatic Ronnie Morea. He reframes the loss not as a tragedy, but as a friendship that has evolved into its most profound, spiritual form. Amidst this reflection on legacy and connection, Dino opens up about a deep personal longing to start a family, seeking roots and a future beyond the screen.

Listen to this episode to discover a new, authentic dimension of Dino Morea - a rare autopsy of fame, self-discovery, and the power or re-invention.

In this revealing episode of The Pooja Bhatt Show, Dino Morea strips away the 'heartthrob' veneer to reveal the grit and vulnerability behind the glamour. He retraces his roots to his childhood in Bengaluru, where his foundation was built on discipline, etiquette and the importance of being a team player.&nbsp; Early lessons that served as the anchor that kept him steady through the later turbulence of the film industry. He candidly discusses finding his feet in the world of modelling and landing his first acting break, only to be met with a crushing silence afterward. In an industry where stalled momentum is often considered a 'death sentence,' Dino talks about navigating the quiet until the phenomenon of Raaz exploded, forever rewriting his destiny. Dino describes the disorientation of being reduced to a public 'fantasy' at the peak of his fame. He reflects on the profound loneliness of that pedestal and the disquieting moment when the image began to crack, finally forcing him to look at the man underneath the stardom. He discusses the intense physical training he underwent during Holiday to set a new standard for dance in the industry, showcasing a level of dedication that defines his work ethic. Reminiscing on their time as co-producers, Pooja and Dino discuss their defiant decision to cast Sunny Leone - not a mere business move, but&nbsp; a deliberate act of rebellion intended to break the rules of a rigid industry.&nbsp; Dino expresses deep gratitude for this 'Hands On' education, where he learned how to handle people and manage the chaos of a set, transforming from an actor into a seasoned professional. He details a period of&nbsp; 'ego stripping' by&nbsp; going back to acting school, dropping the nice guy facade and finally stopping the exhausting pursuit of wanting to be liked by everyone.&nbsp;This internal shift and return to basics paved the way for his powerhouse resurgence in heavy-hitting roles like Tandav and The Empire. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Dino discusses the passing of his father - the charismatic Ronnie Morea. He reframes the loss not as a tragedy, but as a friendship that has evolved into its most profound, spiritual form.&nbsp;Amidst this reflection on legacy and connection, Dino opens up about a deep personal longing to start a family, seeking roots and a future beyond the screen. Listen to this episode to discover a new, authentic dimension of Dino Morea - a rare autopsy of fame, self-discovery, and the power or re-invention.

A Conversation With Dino Morea

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What does cinema sound like when we truly listen?

In this episode of The Pooja Bhatt Show, Pooja talks to sound maestro Gunjan Augustine Sah who pulls back the curtain on the invisible force that shapes our movie-going experience. From his nomadic childhood as an army kid where a life on the move taught him to listen to India’s unique rhythm to the high-stakes sets of Gully Boy and A Suitable Boy, Gunjan traces a journey defined by the discovery that the best sound is often the kind you don't hear, but deeply feel.

Pooja and Gunjan dive deep into the evolution of Indian soundscapes, the technical battle for "clean" audio in a noisy world, and why silence is often the most powerful tool in a filmmaker's kit.

As AI begins to reshape the industry, Gunjan reflects on why the human ear - and the human heart - remains the ultimate storyteller. It’s a conversation about the soul of cinema, the profound power of listening to your own Inner Voice and simply paying attention.

What does cinema sound like when we truly listen?
In this episode of The Pooja Bhatt Show, Pooja talks to sound maestro Gunjan Augustine Sah who pulls back the curtain on the invisible force that shapes our movie-going experience. From his nomadic childhood as an army kid where a life on the move taught him to listen to India&rsquo;s unique rhythm to the high-stakes sets of Gully Boy and A Suitable Boy, Gunjan traces a journey defined by the discovery that the best sound is often the kind you don't hear, but deeply feel.
Pooja and Gunjan dive deep into the evolution of Indian soundscapes, the technical battle for "clean" audio in a noisy world, and why silence is often the most powerful tool in a filmmaker's kit.
As AI begins to reshape the industry, Gunjan reflects on why the human ear - and the human heart - remains the ultimate storyteller. It&rsquo;s a conversation about the soul of cinema, the profound power of listening to your own Inner Voice and simply paying attention.

A Conversation With Gunjan Augustine Sah

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What happens to a writer when the Film Industry stops listening?

In this stark & achingly honest episode, Pooja sits down with screenwriter Shagufta Rafique, whose words once powered some of Hindi cinema’s most successful films - Aashiqui 2, Murder 2, Jannat 2, Raaz 2 & 3, Jism 2, Awarapan, and many more. 

This is not a victory lap. It is a survival story.

Shagufta speaks of a life built from lived experience - of wanting to be the 'good daughter' and supporting her mother by becoming a bar dancer. Of learning the language of pain early and of writing not from theory, but from the body.

She reflects on what it means to be labeled “Irrelevant” and a "Has Been" in a system that constantly replaces memory with speed, instinct with metrics, and listening with noise.

The conversation moves through the quiet erasures of the modern film Industry: how corporate gatekeeping reshapes classic storytelling, how female writers are sidelined, how simplicity is mistaken for weakness, and how algorithms now decide what deserves to be heard. 
What remains constant is her refusal to be silenced or disappear.

This is a conversation about dignity and endurance.
It is about the cost of speaking your truth when the room grows deaf. 
About writing - not to be celebrated, or even be read, but to simply remain alive.

 

What happens to a writer when the Film Industry stops listening?
In this stark &amp; achingly honest episode, Pooja sits down with screenwriter Shagufta Rafique, whose words once powered some of Hindi cinema&rsquo;s most successful films - Aashiqui 2, Murder 2, Jannat 2, Raaz 2 &amp; 3, Jism 2, Awarapan, and many more.&nbsp;
This is not a victory lap. It is a survival story.
Shagufta speaks of a life built from lived experience - of wanting to be the 'good daughter' and supporting her mother by becoming a bar dancer. Of learning the language of pain early and of writing not from theory, but from the body.
She reflects on what it means to be labeled &ldquo;Irrelevant&rdquo; and a "Has Been" in a system that constantly replaces memory with speed, instinct with metrics, and listening with noise.
The conversation moves through the quiet erasures of the modern film Industry: how corporate gatekeeping reshapes classic storytelling, how female writers are sidelined, how simplicity is mistaken for weakness, and how algorithms now decide what deserves to be heard.&nbsp; What remains constant is her refusal to be silenced or disappear. This is a conversation about dignity and endurance. It is about the cost of speaking your truth when the room grows deaf. About writing - not to be celebrated, or even be read, but to simply remain alive.
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A Conversation With Shagufta Rafique

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A Conversation With Theia Tekchandaney

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