Amrita’s viral tweet about the so-called “AI Film Festival” sparks a fiery Khandaan debate on art, authenticity, and the future of cinema. From lazy prompts to lost funding, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy unpack what this says about India’s creative ecosystem — and why real filmmaking still matters.

00:00 – Intro & Catch-Up
Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy kick off with some friendly chaos, listener hellos, and updates on their YouTube adventures.

01:10 – Listener Comments & Homebound Follow-Up
Reading your reactions to Homebound and the eternal art-vs-commerce battle in Indian cinema.
👉 Key theme: why independent films struggle even with more screens.

05:10 – The AI Film Festival Meltdown
Amrita’s viral tweet meets Gen-Z film “democracy.” The trio break down the bizarre online saga of kids running an “AI Film Festival” — prompts, plagiarism, and pure delusion.
🔥 Highlight: Amrita’s tweet goes viral; Sujoy’s “AI art can get f***ed” rant.

13:20 – Are We Losing Cinema to Tech?
Is AI creativity or theft? Asim plays the optimist while Sujoy loses it. A heated yet hilarious take on authenticity, labour, and the myth of “democratised art.”

14:50 – Listener Mailbag: Languages, Culture & Identity
Patreon listener questions lead to a multilingual detour — Urdu regrets, Manipuri slang, and Amrita’s many accents.
🎙️ Warm, nostalgic, and surprisingly deep.

26:00 – The Three Khans & The Arrogance Debate
From Salman’s disinterest to Aamir’s therapy era and Shah Rukh’s grace — Khandaan debates humility, ego, and survival in 2025 Bollywood.

36:00 – Too Much with Kajol & Twinkle (Govinda & Chunky!)
The most deranged TV show on Prime? The team dissects Too Much and the wasted potential of having Govinda and Chunky Pandey together.
😂 Includes Kajol’s perfect timing and Twinkle’s chaos energy.

43:20 – Pakistan Idol & The Power of Real Talent
Asim and Sujoy celebrate Pakistan Idol’s stunning comeback — Rahat, Fawad, and raw voices that make India’s reality TV look overproduced.
💡 Must-watch performances mentioned: Saeed Ahmed Hassan, Lashari Waves.

48:30 – Nilofer Teaser Reaction (Fawad x Mahira)
Khandaan swoons over Nilofer’s teaser — a gorgeous reunion for Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan. Asim’s rooting for a UK release.

50:25 – Wrap-Up & Patreon Shoutouts
Where to find the hosts, join the Patreon, and check out Khandaan merch. Hoodie weather, baby.

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