Cyrus Says

The 26/11 Mumbai attacks are often remembered as three horrific days in November 2008.
But according to Nikhil Ravi, co-author of Perfect Storm, they were the outcome of over 60 years of history, policy, ideology, and state-sponsored terror.

In this deeply researched and unsettling conversation, Cyrus Broacha and Nikhil Ravi trace the roots of 26/11 all the way back to Partition (1947) — examining how Pakistan’s doctrine of asymmetric warfare evolved, how global powers played their part, and how terror organisations like Lashkar-e-Taiba became highly professionalised machines.

Anchored by insights from Prabhakar Aloka, former Special Director of the Intelligence Bure...

This episode goes everywhere.

Cyrus and Shamik talk about:
– Jaya Bachchan vs the paparazzi
– Why Virat Kohli should just become a statue
– IndiGo cancelling flights and also common sense
– A bull doing paperwork in a UP hospital
– The Right to Disconnect (which no one will follow)
– Spotify Wrapped, listening age, and muting your spouse

No solutions. Plenty of opinions.

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One of India’s most loved actors, theatre legends and sitcom icons — Rakesh Bedi — joins Cyrus for a deeply funny, nostalgic and insightful conversation.
From Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi to FTII days with Satish Shah, Om Puri & Naseeruddin Shah, to his mind-blowing 24-character solo play Massage, to his new film Dhurandhar, this is a masterclass in comedy, performance and storytelling.

⭐ What Rakesh Bedi Reveals

Seven-time national tennis champion Gaurav Natekar joins Cyrus for one of the most insightful sports conversations ever — from the legacy of his legendary father Nandu Natekar to the explosive rise of India’s Pickleball revolution.

They dive into pickleball vs tennis, the shocking speed of the sport’s growth, how Gaurav and Aarti built the league from scratch, and why Sony, Swiggy, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Ritesh & Genelia, and Sunil Gavaskar are all owners in this massive new sport.

🔥 WHAT GAURAV REVEALS

Why he walked away from tennis to build a pickleball empire

The ne...

Cyrus & Punit jump from topic to topic in the most unhinged, hilarious, brutally honest AMA episode yet. Highlights include:⭐ INSANE MOMENTS YOU’LL SEE

Adivi Sesh joins Cyrus Brocha on Cyrus Says for one of the most entertaining, emotional and revealing conversations ever!
From the making of Major, the life of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, 26/11 insights, NSG training stories, Bahubali BTS and Telugu cinema’s global rise — to hilarious confessions about California desi life, language issues, Mr. India contests, horror movie trauma, ancestry tests and THAT “6 inches is too much” moment — this episode has EVERYTHING.

In this unfiltered chat, Adivi Sesh opens up about:
⭐ His deep research into Major Unnikrishnan’s letters, life & spirit
⭐ Unknown 26/11 details, NSG drills & shooting MP5s
⭐ Why S...

Comedian, actor and the iconic Lola Kutty, Anu Menon, is back on Cyrus Says — and this episode goes absolutely everywhere.

Cyrus and Anu dive into:
– Lola Kutty nostalgia & Eminem influences
– A wild conversation about Central C, hip-hop, and teenage concerts
– Why her 13-year-old son hates sports despite having two sports-obsessed parents
– Cricket deep-dive: Gill, Cummins, Bazball, Bumrah, Shrikant, T20 vs Tests
– The Malabar Hill mystery (that she REFUSES to reveal)
– Marine engineer husbands & long-distance marriage hacks
– Milind Soman picking her up on a Channel V shoot
– How fairness, sarees, and grandmothers s...

Cyrus teams up with Urjita Wani for an AMA that spins out of control in minutes.
There’s aunties, weddings, prawns in food, South Bombay beef with Bandra, rickshaw horror stories, auto physics, micro-dramas, uncle jokes, bad words, and Urjita bullying Cyrus for 60 straight minutes.

If you’re looking for logic, skip.
If you’re looking for pure comedy chaos — welcome.

Urjita also drops details about her new stand-up recordings, upcoming shows and why her niece once repeated a very bad word she said by accident.

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Raashii Khanna joins Cyrus Says for one of her most honest, funny and insightful conversations ever.
From her powerful performance in 120 Bahadur, to learning multiple languages for cinema, to breaking stereotypes in the industry — Raashii opens up like never before.

In this episode, Raashii talks about:

Her role as the emotional anchor in 120 Bahadur, a film based on a real 1962 battle

Working with Farhan Akhtar & why she still calls him “Farhan Sir”

Mastering Rajasthani, Telugu, Tamil & Punjabi accents

Why successful women intimidate men

Chivalry, equality & who should...

Director–writer Suparn Varma joins Cyrus for a completely unfiltered conversation that swings from the deeply serious to the delightfully stupid — exactly what you expect on Cyrus Says.

Suparn talks about the making of HAQ, why the Shah Bano judgement still matters 40 years later, and how women’s rights, gender roles and social change shaped his vision for the film. He opens up about faith, research, and the responsibility of retelling a landmark moment in Indian legal history.

In true Cyrus Says style, the two wander into everything from divorce stories, cricket rants and bizarre “pleasure...

Cyrus Broacha sits down with comedian–writer–legend Ashish Shakya for a full-blown chaotic episode.
From AIB nostalgia to midlife crisis, India’s obsession with paparazzi, Pakistan’s politics, China fear, chicken-piece riots at weddings, pigeons, sports, influencers, and everything else wrong (and funny) about the world.

This is Cyrus Says at peak unfiltered mode — nothing is planned, everything is roasted.

👀 What’s inside:

AIB days, why Ashish stopped performing

Midlife crisis, turning 40 & badminton becoming a religion

Pakistan’s generals & China’s “we fire the last shot” threat

Why Indian med...

He’s one of Indian advertising’s sharpest minds and one of Bollywood’s most distinctive filmmakers — R. Balki joins Cyrus for an unfiltered, hilarious, deeply insightful episode.

Balki takes us through his iconic campaigns (Hoodibaba, Surf Excel Ha Na, Idea), the mistakes that taught him everything, the famous suitcase incident, and how a Lifebuoy brainstorm accidentally led to Cheeni Kum.

From Amitabh Bachchan’s reaction to a terrible car, to clients who swear sweetly, to why one idea is always better than twenty, this is a storytelling masterclass.

They dive into:

How Bal...

He’s the mastermind behind Zombivli and one of India’s leading voices in the horror-comedy space — Aditya Sarpotdar joins Cyrus for a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly emotional AMA episode.

From creating zombies during the pandemic, to audition tapes with tomato ketchup, to his great-grandfather making films in 1925, Aditya walks us through four generations of filmmaking, Marathi cinema nostalgia, and why Mumbai desperately needs a zombie sequel.

They dive into:

How Zombivli was born during lockdown

What zombie auditions REALLY looked like

Anthakshari with zombies (yes, seriously)

His fa...

It’s another Ask Me Anything episode — which means total chaos, too many opinions, and the occasional coherent thought.
Cyrus Broacha and Abbas Momin take on your wildest audience questions — from Tata Lit Fest stories and literary quizzes to Saudi comedy festivals, Zoran Mamdani politics, and Rakhi Sawant’s Oscar dreams.
Expect unfiltered takes on:
  Why reading might not be dead after all
  The strangest literary quiz Cyrus ever attended
  YouTubers, extortion calls & fame gone wrong
  Political hot takes from America to Mumbai
  Abbas’ plan to find love (and a rich wife)
  And a crash course on ho...

He’s one of India’s most loved comedians, podcasters, and internet icons — and he’s finally back on Cyrus Says! 
Abish Mathew joins Cyrus Broacha for an unfiltered chat filled with laughter, nostalgia, and some very questionable food hacks. From accidentally buying 5 kilos of bhindi during lockdown to inventing a Nutella-pringles recipe, this episode is peak chaos in the best way possible.
They also dive into:
  The return of Son of Abish and his journey through India’s comedy scene
  Abish’s hilarious lockdown misadventures in Bandra
  His wild entry into the online chess world (and playing with...

He’s a decorated war hero and a living legend of the Indian Army. Major General Lakhwinder Singh, author of The Kargil Untold Story, joins Cyrus Broacha for an unfiltered deep dive into the war that redefined India’s military history.
From the secrecy behind Musharraf’s plan, to the role of Bofors artillery, to the raw courage of Indian soldiers, this conversation brings to light moments of bravery, tragedy, and national pride.
 Topics discussed include:

Comedian Sorabh Pant returns for a chaotic, hilarious AMA with Cyrus Broacha — covering everything from India’s fertility decline to gibbons being smuggled at the Mumbai airport, and Albania’s new “AI minister” giving birth to 83 digital kids.

They also discuss Abish Mathew, Veer Das, Govinda’s emotional meltdown, childhood birthday sweets, and why Cyrus might just be the “Sairina” Williams of podcasting.

It’s part roast, part therapy, all madness — the Cyrus Says AMA you didn’t know you needed.

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In this episode, Cyrus sits down with Hisham Mundol — sustainability expert, corporate leader turned environmental crusader — to talk about India’s biggest challenge: how to grow economically without wrecking the planet.
From his early days working across continents to his stint at Hindustan Lever and WorldTel, Hisham shares how a “midlife crisis” led him into the climate and sustainability movement. The conversation dives into real-world climate issues — air pollution, EVs, renewable energy, and even why Indore’s biogas plant gives him hope.
With Cyrus’s trademark humour, they break down big ideas into relatable bits — from why Delhi’s air gets trapped...

Rishabh Shah — entrepreneur, author, and founder of IMUN (India’s International Movement to Unite Nations) — returns to Cyrus Says to talk about his new book “Young, Wired and Not Woke.”

In this no-holds-barred chat with Cyrus Broacha, Rishabh opens up about:

Why young Indians are tired of being labeled “woke”

Questioning religion without disrespecting faith

The business of God & the VIP culture in temples

What’s gone wrong with Indian politics and ideology

How Gen Z thinks about mental health, religion, and identity

It’s bold, funny, and t...

They’re back!
Cyrus Broacha and Suresh Menon — two comedy legends, one mic, and absolute chaos.

In this special AMA, the duo discuss:
👉 Delhi’s toxic pollution and political “gas”
👉 Baldness and why bald men still use shampoo
👉 Marriage survival tips (with fractured wives)
👉 50+ age problems no one warned you about
👉 Indian cricket, nepotism, and Bollywood “unbreakables”

It’s unfiltered, it’s honest, it’s funny — and you definitely can’t watch this one with your parents 😅

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What really goes on inside your brain when you overthink, feel anxious, or just forget your OTP?
 This week on Cyrus Says, Dr. Sid Warrier, neurologist and YouTuber, joins Cyrus Broacha for a laugh-out-loud yet insightful chat about how the brain shapes our thoughts, stress, memory, and emotions.
They dive into:
  Why Indians are wired to stress about money and comparison
  How anxiety is rooted in your brain’s chemical network
  Dr Sid’s journey from JJ Hospital to Lucknow to almost moving to the UK before COVID changed everything
  The rise of mental health awa...

Actor, writer, and comedian Gopal Datt joins Cyrus Broacha for a laughter-filled, nostalgic, and brutally honest chat about life in theatre, the chaos of ad shoots, and his hit projects like Delhi Crime and Farzi Mushaira.
Gopal opens up about the strange but beautiful addiction of theatre, why material success never matches the “high” of performing live, and what it means to keep your craft alive in the OTT age.
From his early days in NSD to hilarious behind-the-scenes moments with Gajraj Rao, Kunal Vijaykar, and Cyrus himself, this episode is packed with wit, warmth, and wisdom from a man who...

Andre Timmins, the co-founder of Wizcraft and the man behind IIFA, sits down with Cyrus to reveal the untold stories from the biggest stages in the world!From pioneering India's events industry and starting Wizcraft in 1988 with just a few thousand rupees, to booking the biggest stars—Andre shares the madness.In this episode, Andre reveals:

Acclaimed filmmaker Sudhir Mishra joins Cyrus Broacha for a candid, hilarious, and deeply nostalgic chat about his journey through Indian cinema.
From sneaking into NSD classes without admission to co-writing Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Sudhir recounts his early days with legends like Kundan Shah, Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, and Saeed Mirza — and the chaotic brilliance that birthed India’s greatest cult classic.
He opens up about the madness of the 80s art film scene, his love-hate relationship with Mumbai, the politics of filmmaking, and how he went from being a “tree in theatre” to one of India’s most respected stor...

This week on Cyrus Says AMA, Cyrus Broacha is joined by creator–comedian Pulkit Kochar, the man behind viral Bollywood trivia reels and the most meta jokes on Instagram.

Pulkit opens up about:

His small-town journey from Jaito near Bathinda to working with East India Comedy, Pocket Aces, and Netflix

Making memes for a living and why he left a steady job to become a full-time creator

The madness of Bollywood marketing, content algorithms, and chasing virality

A hilarious yet honest take on sex education, menstrual leave policies, and In...

Actors Arjun Mathur (Made in Heaven) and Anshuman Jha (Mastram, Lakadbaggha) join Cyrus Broacha for a hilarious, thought-provoking chat about their new film Lord Curzon Ki Haveli — a dark comedy thriller that bends genres and expectations.
They talk about working together, the madness of making a “locked-room” film, the role of intimate direction in modern cinema, and what it means to take bold creative risks in today’s Bollywood.

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Director Shashank Khaitan joins Cyrus Broacha on Cyrus Says to chat about his new film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, his love for technology, and how he balances creativity with innovation. Expect laughs, insights, and a deep dive into the making of one of Bollywood’s most anticipated romantic comedies!
Exploring comedy, love, filmmaking challenges, creative risks, and creating the Dulhania Universe.

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In this episode, Cyrus, Aakash, and Punit answer your most Indian questions — from loud bhajan uncles on Mumbai trains to awkward Diwali gifting office politics, and missed train crushes on the Central Line.

Expect chaos, sarcasm, and questionable wisdom as Cyrus tackles:

India winning (and not taking) the Asia Cup

The eternal struggle between work deadlines & Diwali lights

How to handle a ₹500 Diwali gift for your boss

That one uncle who treats the local train like his private mandir

And finding love (or losing it) between train stat...

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In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Cyrus sits down with Atulan and Divesh, the creators of Honey Imm Home — one of India’s most loved LGBTQ+ couple channels on Instagram and YouTube. The duo opens up about their journey of love, laughter, and life together as a gay couple in Mumbai.

They share how Honey Imm Home began as a fun lockdown idea and grew into a safe, joyful space for queer storytelling and everyday humor. From coming out to their families to building a following that celebrates authenticity, Atulan and Dive...

In this engaging episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with the talented Vishal Jethwa, best known for his breakthrough role in Mardaani and now starring in India’s 2026 Oscar entry – Homebound.
Vishal opens up about his early days as a TV child actor, his transformation into a serious film actor, and the discipline he picked up from his mentors. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from Maharana Pratap, Mardaani with Rani Mukerji, and how he built chemistry with co-stars Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor for Homebound.
The conversation also dives into his Cannes & Toronto film festival experiences, receiving a 9-minute standing...

Comedian Siddhartha ‘Sid’ Shetty is back on Cyrus Says for an AMA episode full of laughter, chaos, and some accidental wisdom.Cyrus and Sid get into:

It’s unfiltered, it’s hilarious, and it’s exactly what you expect from a Cyrus Says AMA.

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In this fun and candid episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha sits down with the multi-talented Isha Koppikar – actor, producer, and martial artist – for a wide-ranging conversation full of laughs, insights, and nostalgia.
Isha opens up about her journey from modelling to films, working in Bollywood and South cinema, and why content is king no matter how big the star. She also talks about the reality behind actors’ entourages, her experiences with Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Suniel Shetty, and more, plus her shift into production and balancing career with motherhood.
From college memories and her basketball & taekwondo days, to...

From Garam Masala to Jackie Chan’s stage in Hong Kong — Neetu Chandra’s journey is anything but ordinary! 💥

In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus reconnects with actress, producer, and former national-level Taekwondo champion Neetu Chandra. She opens up about:

-Breaking into Bollywood with Akshay Kumar & John Abraham in Garam Masala
-Her martial arts journey that took her from Patna to representing India — and even winning an award from Jackie Chan 🥋
-Growing up in a massive joint family in Bihar with 32 members, sneaking out for Taekwondo tournaments, and traveling alone to Delhi for college 🎓<...

It’s AMA time on Cyrus Says! 🎙️ This time, Cyrus Broacha sits down with comedian Joel D’Souza for an episode filled with hilarious chaos, unfiltered banter, and completely unprepared nonsense (as usual).

From stand-up life to bodybuilding competitions gone wrong, awkward ad shoots, and imaginary girlfriends who paint, nothing is off-limits. Joel shares behind-the-scenes stories, rants about long notice periods, and even pitches his “mystery show” idea that may or may not exist.

Oh, and of course, the AMA questions take them into wild tangents — from bizarre flyovers cutting through balconies in Nagpur to casting choices...

Actor, comedian, and content creator Aanchal Agrawal joins Cyrus for a hilarious and heartfelt episode — from MBA and NYU to acting school, viral reels, and why her content connects so strongly with women.

In this episode, Cyrus and Aanchal dive into:
-How she switched careers from MBA → NYU → corporate → acting → comedy
-The story of her viral “Ameer kaise lage” reel and how people still share it
-Her thoughts about marriage (and what her followers think!)
-NYU life, high tax brackets, and choosing comedy over the safe path.
-Building All Women INC, her women-first me...

Celebrity photographer, producer, and talent manager Atul Kasbekar joins Cyrus Broacha on Cyrus Says for a candid and entertaining conversation. From shooting the iconic Kingfisher Calendar to building one of India’s first talent management companies, Atul shares how he has constantly reinvented himself across different industries. He opens up about his love for food, whisky, watches, art, and the finer things in life, while also reflecting on the health scare that changed his approach to fitness and wellbeing. Along the way, Atul talks about his passion for collecting rare sports memorabilia, his fascination with style and fashion, and wh...

In this Cyrus Says AMA Special, Cyrus is joined by comedian Shamik Chakrabarti for an hour of unfiltered banter, scams, sports, and sheer nonsense.

From fake celebrity frauds (Keanu Reeves & Abraham Lincoln?!) to haunted houses charging rent, horror movie trauma, scam-crazy India, and why cricket feels pointless against UAE — nothing is spared.

They also dive into:
-Reading texts in Parsi & Bengali accents 🤓
-Poonam Pandey & the “cervical cancer” awareness twist
-Why Akshay Kumar deserves his salary
-Women’s World Cup ticket pricing & empty stadiums
-Nepal’s PM resigning mid-episode (breaking news!)
-Charlie K...

In this episode, Cyrus is joined by filmmaker and producer Gaurav Dhingra for a freewheeling conversation on his fascinating career.

From starting out at MTV to working on massive projects like Maqbool, Mangal Pandey, Jackie Chan’s The Myth, and reality shows like The Amazing Race, Gaurav takes us through the chaos, humor, and hustle of the film industry.

He talks about:

Producing bold films like Angry Indian Goddesses, Faith Connections, and Beyond the Known World

Why film festivals are crucial for Indian cinema to go global

The difference bet...

In this episode of Cyrus Says, actor Neil Bhoopalam joins Cyrus for a witty and insightful conversation about his latest theatre project and his quirky personal passions. Neil talks about his role in 'The Horse', a Roman political satire presented by Aadyam Theatre and directed by Sunil Shanbhag, where he plays Silanus opposite Caligula—the emperor infamous for making his horse a senator. The discussion dives into the satire’s relevance today, the challenges of adapting British-style political humor for an Indian audience, and the massive scale of the production with 20 speaking roles, a Colosseum-inspired set designed by Kushal Maha...

Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Gupta joins Cyrus to share raw, hilarious, and eye-opening stories from his decades in cinema. From being a teenage AD on Jalwa with Naseeruddin Shah, to witnessing the chaos of Dharmendra’s larger-than-life shoots, to working with stars like Sanjay Dutt and John Abraham - Gupta opens up about the madness, egos, and jugaad that shaped his career.

He talks about the evolution of Bollywood sets - from single assistants and handwritten call sheets to today’s six-van entourages. Plus, stories of pranks, continuity blunders, and his upcoming book with Sanjay Dutt.

If y...

Avneet Kaur and Shantanu Maheshwari join Cyrus to talk about their brand-new film Love in Vietnam — Bollywood’s *first-ever Indo-Vietnam co-production! 🇮🇳🇻🇳

From shooting in Vietnam’s breathtaking locations, to working with legends like Raj Babbar & Farida Jalal, to their intense and intimate scenes together — nothing is off-limits in this fun, chaotic episode of Cyrus Says!

They also share their journey from dance reality shows & Kathak training to making it big in Bollywood, plus some hilarious tangents on Malad, tea, and Bollywood uncles 😂

👉 Watch till the end for their funniest behind-the-scenes moments from the set of Love in Vietnam! Duration: 00:53:52

Cyrus Says went LIVE at antiSOCIAL Mumbai — and it was absolute chaos!
With comedians Sahil Shah & Zervaan Bunshah joining Cyrus on stage, nothing was off limits: Politics, Vote chori, Virat Kohli prank calls, Messi vs Ronaldo, Putin’s poop rumours, Donald Trump conspiracies, Mumbai bridge disasters — and of course, a very loud LIVE audience!

This was the wildest Cock & Bull ever, packed with jokes, crowd interactions, and completely unfiltered madness. If you missed the show, here’s your chance to relive it.

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In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus is joined by Arjun Sen - author, artist, and most importantly, a cancer winner.

From his early days at IIT Kharagpur to building food brands like Einstein Bros. Bagels and Papa John’s, Arjun shares the rollercoaster of his career in the US corporate world. He opens up about the life-changing moment when illness forced him to reimagine success, leading him to call himself not a cancer survivor but a cancer winner.

They also dive into his writing, including his powerful memoir-biopic “I Want To Talk”, the lessons he lea...

Vipin Sharma — NSD alumnus, editor-turned-actor, and the man behind memorable scenes in Taare Zameen Par, Gangs of Wasseypur and Raman Raghav — sits down with Cyrus to tell the true story of leaving acting, retraining abroad, and the audition that changed everything.

In this episode Vipin talks about:

Growing up in Delhi and the moment he realised he wanted to be on screen.

NSD, his “golden” batch and the early struggles after graduation.

A 10-year break, studying Meisner in Toronto and how he found acting again.

The Taare Zameen Par audition...

Abbas is back on the AMA and it’s gloriously unhinged: from co-parenting a cat after a breakup to an Indigo co-pilot’s loo fiasco, Dream11’s exit, Priyadarshan’s “100 and out?”, Pujara’s retirement, and whether Messi is actually coming to India. Plus: Supreme Court vs dogs, mallu-spotting hacks, and more Mumbai monsoon misery.

What’s inside (highlights):

Breakups, awkward run-ins & the “cat maintenance” economics—Abbas splits vet/food costs and all the social weirdness that follows.

“Man climbed the Parliament building!” → sneaking into govt buildings, delivery-boy disguises & canteens.

Supreme Court vs Dogs (and Cyrus’ PS...

In this hilarious and thought-provoking episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha sits down with one of India’s sharpest comedic voices - Anuvab Pal. From the absurdities of everyday Indian life to the quirks of colonial hangovers, Anuvab brings his trademark wit and satire to the table. The conversation wanders through history, stand-up, movies, international tours, culture clashes, and even the bizarre world of video cassettes and pizza-delivery jokes.

Expect plenty of laughs as Anuvab shares stories from his career as a comedian, playwright, and screenwriter, his experiences performing abroad, and his hilarious observations on language, politics, an...

In this episode, Cyrus sits down with actor Akshay Oberoi for an honest, funny, and inspiring conversation.

Akshay opens up about growing up in New Jersey, his desi upbringing, and the identity crisis that came with it. He shares how he went from studying Economics & Theatre at Johns Hopkins, landing a job at Goldman Sachs, and then quitting it all to chase his acting dreams.

From training at Stella Adler to struggling at Prithvi Theatre, Akshay talks about the challenges of breaking into Bollywood, his first big audition with Rajshri Productions, and the pressures of...

What happens when a mentalist enters the Cyrus Says studio? Pure chaos, laughs & jaw-dropping mind games!

Karan Chauhan – comedian, magician & master mentalist – sits down with Cyrus to talk about his journey from vanishing coins in school to headlining corporate shows. But that’s not all…

He blows Cyrus’ mind by:

✨ Guessing the name of Cyrus’ first crush (with scary accuracy!)

🃏 Pulling off an impossible card trick

🔢 Predicting numbers & even revealing Tom Cruise out of nowhere

🎭 Playing “Two Truths & A Lie” and The Jinx with hilarious twists

It’s comedy, mentalism...

RJ Malishka, the voice of Mumbai, joins Cyrus Broacha on Cyrus Says!

Celebrating 20 years at Red FM, Malishka talks about her iconic journey in radio, the viral BMC monsoon song, her behind-the-scenes stories with Vidya Balan, Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and what keeps her going after two decades on-air.

From hosting with Cyrus in Japan to being called “Mumbai Ki Rani”, Malishka brings her trademark wit, energy, and honesty. This one is a mix of nostalgia, madness, and radio secrets you’ve never heard before.

👉 Watch till the end for Malishka’s funniest memories, a...

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Bollywood star Amyra Dastur joins Cyrus Broacha for an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud chat about movies, Parsis, and the quirks of South Bombay life. From her early modelling days and awkward auditions, Amyra opens up about the chaos, charm, and comedy of her career.

In this no-holds-barred conversation, Amyra reveals:

How a SoBo schoolgirl made it to Bollywood & beyond

Why she refuses to drive in Mumbai (and her hilarious traffic trauma)

The funniest — and weirdest — casting experiences she’s ever had

Parsi family stories, single malt tradit...

Cyrus chats with Sachin Bangera, VP – Celebrity & PR at PETA India, about what actually moves the needle for animals: rescuing elephants from circuses, ending cruel practices, using celebrity influence the right way, and why “adopt, don’t shop” matters. They swap stories about sanctuary life, policy nudges, teaching compassion (start with a plant!), and the simple step that can save ~200 animals a year: going vegan.

In this episode:

Animatronic elephant school visits & real elephant rescues

Celebrity advocacy that isn’t just for the camera (John Abraham, Raveena Tandon, Adah Sharma)

Wildlife snapshots...

Filmmaker Bharat Bala joins Cyrus to share jaw-dropping stories from his extraordinary career — from creating the iconic Vande Mataram with A.R. Rahman to walking 2 km through Gaza’s no-man’s land to meet Yasser Arafat. He recalls gifting Nelson Mandela two Kaju Katlis, discussing compassion with the Dalai Lama, and laughing with Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

Bala also opens up about the time he declared “Humanity is imprisoned in Tihar Jail” after screening Bicycle Thief for inmates, his father’s moving war photography, and how a self-funded passion led him to work with some of the world’s greatest lea...

In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus sits down with the ever-versatile Rajesh Tailang for a candid and laugh-filled conversation. Fresh off the release of his brand-new comedy-drama series Bakaiti Rajesh opens up about the heart of the show—set in Ghaziabad, steeped in middle-class chaos, and brimming with relatable family moments.

We dive into his on-screen reunion with Sheeba Chaddha, marking their third collaboration after Mirzapur and Bandish Bandits. Rajesh shares how their decade-long friendship translates into unbeatable chemistry on screen, and why Bakaiti feels like a warm memory brought to life. Along the way, the conv...

In this wild AMA episode comedian  @urjitawani.  returns to Cyrus Says—this time with a brand-new surname and a head full of stories. In this candid and hilarious AMA episode, Urjita chats with Cyrus about her recent wedding, including the curious case of why Cyrus wasn’t invited (hint: her husband had some guest-list rules) and how she boldly sent an invite to none other than Shah Rukh Khan. The conversation dives into her still-fresh honeymoon phase, the joys of being married to her first boyfriend, and how she’s navigating life, comedy, and career post-wedding. But it doesn’t stop the...

🎬 Kayoze Irani joins Cyrus Broacha in this laugh-packed, heartfelt episode of Cyrus Says, where he opens up about his journey from being Boman Irani’s son to becoming a full-fledged Bollywood director.

Fresh off the success of his debut feature film Sarzameen, Kayoze shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, intense personal challenges, and moving revelations about working with some of the biggest names in the industry—Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Ibrahim Ali Khan.

🔥 In this episode:

How Kayoze screamed at Ibrahim on set… and why that led to his best performance ever
The father-son tension in S...

🎙 Actor Priyanshu Painyuli joins **Cyrus Broacha** for a laugh-packed, brutally honest episode of *Cyrus Says*.

From endless auditions in Aram Nagar to playing a villain in Netflix's *Extraction* and becoming a meme machine with *Mirzapur*, Priyanshu shares the ups and downs of an actor’s journey — with hilarious anecdotes, inspiring stories, and Bollywood insider gossip.

📌 What’s inside:
– His iconic “Yeh bhi theek hai” meme moment from *Mirzapur*
– How he got cast in *Extraction* because they thought he was Bengali 😅
– Being called “Robin” by Chris Hemsworth?! Or was he?
– Theatre roots, rejections, and his love for dr...

On the newest episode of Cyrus Says, comedian and viral content creator Sahil Gupta joins Cyrus Broacha for a no-holds-barred conversation on corporate culture, Instagram comedy, and the chaos of navigating a double life between tech jobs and social media fame. Known for his handle @‌sahil_the9to5, Sahil shares how a strict, overprotective childhood and school bullying shaped his creative journey. He delves into key experiences of his life, from hosting fake talk shows at home to starting a college startup and now creating relatable corporate satire.The episode dives deep into workplace realities: layoffs, workplace toxicity, the my...

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Before Monica O My Darling hit Netflix, before Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota became a TIFF cult film, and before Vicky Kaushal became VICKY KAUSHAL — there was Vasan Bala, shooting indie films on the streets of Mumbai with zero budget and maximum madness.

In this episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Vasan Bala dives deep into his chaotic journey — from assisting Anurag Kashyap on Dev.D and Gangs of Wasseypur, to directing Peddlers (which made it to Cannes!), discovering Vicky Kaushal in a short film, and sneaking easter eggs into every single project.

Legendary filmmaker Muzaffar Ali joins Cyrus Says for a deeply nostalgic and insightful conversation around the re-release of his classic film Umrao Jaan – digitally restored 44 years after its original release.

In this episode, Muzaffar Ali opens up about:

The painstaking process of restoring Umrao Jaan, supported by the Government of India’s heritage mission.

Why Rekha was “a dream to work with” and how her performance remains iconic and irreplaceable.

The making of a stunning coffee-table book filled with rare photographs, original sketches, and behind-the-scenes moments from the film.

His mult...

🚨 This week on Cyrus Says, Cyrus is joined by the ever-hilarious Antariksh Takkar for a no-holds-barred AMA episode—and it’s pure chaos in the best way possible! 🎙️

🔥 We kick things off with the Coldplay concert scandal that’s breaking the internet — an astronomer CEO and HR chief caught cuddling on the Kiss Cam (hello, Andy Byron & Kristin Cabot 👀). We ask the big question: Is this peak 'work-wife balance' gone wrong?

🏏 The cricket talk heats up as Starc vs Bumrah takes center stage — who’s your death overs go-to? And yes, there’s also an unnecessarily detailed (and hila...

Join us for a fun and insightful episode of Cyrus Says featuring Scherezade Shroff—aka Sherry Shroff—one of India’s pioneering content creators. In this engaging conversation, Sherry opens up about her journey from being a model to becoming one of the country’s earliest YouTubers, back when shooting on a webcam and uploading videos was still a novel idea.

She takes us through the early days of content creation, sharing personal anecdotes about her family’s reactions to her unconventional career path, and how she moved from writing blogs to creating videos. Sherry also reflects on her dec...

Theatre ka Devta is in the house! 
In this wildly entertaining and unfiltered episode, Cyrus Broacha is joined by actor, writer, director and theatre legend Makarand Deshpande. From working in the TV show Circus with Shah Rukh Khan to doing plays in Sanskrit, to voicing gangster films like Company, to making his Hollywood Debut in Monkey Man and playing Albert Einstein for kids, Mac shares his philosophies on art, acting, madness, and the purpose of education.

They also talk about:
🎭 “The National School of Deshpande”
🎙 How his voice in Company changed his career
👶 Why he wrote a...

This week on Cyrus Says AMA, Cyrus is joined by writer, screenwriter, and ex-MTV producer Vrushali Samant for an absolutely unfiltered, nostalgic, and gloriously off-the-rails conversation.

Together, they take on a fresh batch of ridiculous (and sometimes suspiciously deep) questions from our listeners — covering everything from international politics to Mumbai’s monsoon potholes.

What else?!

🌍 Donald Trump’s shocking Nobel Peace Prize nomination
🥘 The ultimate Parsi vs Marathi food debate — Misal Pav or Salli Boti?
🎥 The CBFC’s new claim to fame: censoring Superman’s kiss
🌧️ Are Mumbai rains romantic or just public health thre...

🎬 This week on Cyrus Says, acclaimed filmmaker Mohit Suri joins Cyrus to talk about his upcoming romantic drama Saiyaara. From his early days hustling scripts, to casting fresh faces and collaborating with YRF, Mohit shares the heartfelt and often hilarious journey of bringing a pure love story to life in today’s action-heavy cinema landscape.

💬 Mohit opens up about being a hopeless romantic, casting newcomers, the challenges of finding authenticity in actors, his long-standing creative bond with Mithoon, and discovering voices like Arijit Singh. Expect laughs, sharp banter, and a surprising amount of wisdom on storytelling, love, and tatt...

American dancer and actress Lauren Gottlieb joins Cyrus Says and drops bomb after bomb — from working with Tom Cruise on Tropic Thunder, pitching Britney Spears (but choosing JLo), and the time Tobey Maguire fired her!

She also reflects on her whirlwind life: from dancing on Glee and So You Think You Can Dance, to shifting to India, doing Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, starring in ABCD, and becoming a desi at heart (almost).

🎧 Expect stories about:

Getting personally called by Tom Cruise
How she ended up training him for MTV
Choosing JLo over Britn...

Cyrus and Shreyas Manohar return for a chaotic yet insightful episode covering everything from iconic restaurants to superhero hypotheticals. They begin with the news about Jimmy Boy, the beloved Parsi eatery forced to shut down just before its 100th year—only for Shreyas to clarify that the legacy continues across Mumbai in the form of takeaways and pop-ups.

The episode also ventures into what one should do in a zombie apocalypse, before moving into a sharp comparison between comedy scenes in New York and India. They cap things off with a funny discussion about Superman landing in Ma...

In this powerful episode of Cyrus Says, journalist and author Rudraneil Sengupta joins Cyrus to talk about his deeply researched book The Beast Within, which explores the raw, real world of Indian wrestling and the socio-cultural landscape that surrounds it.

From the akhadas of Haryana to the rise of female wrestlers like the Phogats, Rudraneil shares what it was like to witness a society where women in veils live alongside girls training in wrestling singlets — a striking portrait of tradition clashing with progress. He also recounts stories of Chandgi Ram and the early days of resistance to wo...

In this deeply honest and entertaining episode of Cyrus Says, veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi returns to the studio — not just as a performer, but as a storyteller, stand-up comic, and motivator. He opens up about how fear shaped his life, how language and theatre gave him wings, and how he's embraced reinvention in every season of his journey.

Cyrus and Ashish dive into everything — from acting in 11 languages and doing 300+ films, to judging food shows, launching a musical storytelling performance, and starting stand-up comedy at 60! Ashish shares his hilarious struggles with math, the joy of instant audience feed...

In this hilarious and candid episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with stand-up comedian Siddhartha Shetty, blending sharp comedy with relatable life stories. The conversation dives into Sid’s rise as a comedian while balancing a full-time corporate job in construction equipment sales, and how he keeps his natural Mumbai charm on stage. From BMC bridge rants and corporate jargon like “aligned” and “circle back”, to memories of teenage romance in Gorai and the trials of growing up Shetty without owning a restaurant, the episode is packed with Mumbai nostalgia and humour.
The AMA section brings even more fun — cove...

In this action-packed episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia takes us through his incredible journey — from the chaos of managing 10,000 extras on the set of Lagaan to leaving Aamir Khan behind as the production bus drove off in Bhuj. Apoorva opens up about how he brought Hollywood-style discipline to Bollywood, sharing hilarious and intense moments from the shoot.

He also recounts his terrifying skydiving experience in Thailand, where a parachute failure led to a crash landing and a broken leg — and how he was made to jump again immediately to conquer the fear. Add to that his...

In this fun-packed episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with Shaarang Shringarpure — a fund manager by day and a brilliant mimicry artist by passion! Watch as Shaarang recreates legendary cricket commentaries, from Tony Greig to MS Dhoni, and reflects on his journey balancing finance with millions of fans who love his impressions.

From Sachin’s Desert Storm memories to Rohit Sharma’s dry wit, and insights on India's cricket retirements, this episode covers it all. Expect banter, brilliant accents, and sharp cricket talk that only Cyrus could host!

👉 Don’t miss Shaarang’s takes on Virat, Roh...

In this unfiltered episode of Cyrus Says, actor, writer, and entrepreneur Kunal Kapoor joins Cyrus for a fun, wide-ranging chat! From his modelling days to having fun with Cyrus in Australia; they go down the memory lane. He also shares insights on working with legends like Amitabh Bachchan. And also talks about how Amir Khan changed something in the film industry.
They discuss hilarious green screen moments, secret directorial quirks in Bollywood, the madness of the ‘90s movie scene, and how Ketto came into being.

Don't miss this candid, funny, and inspiring conversation!

See om...

In this laugh-out-loud episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha sits down with comedians Nivedita and Devanshi for a wildly entertaining and unpredictable conversation. What starts as a casual chat about AMAs quickly spirals into hilarious commentary on bad coffee, South Indian pride, chaotic Indian traffic, and the trials of learning how to drive in Mumbai. The episode is packed with travel tales—from comedy gigs in Melbourne and a solo trip to New Zealand, to unexpected moments of cultural confusion (yes, someone mistakes them for being Chinese). They discuss the unique struggles of being comedians, getting paid in foreign la...

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Siddharth P Malhotra shares unfiltered stories from his life — from growing up in a legendary Bollywood family to choosing the director’s chair over the limelight. Expect fun banter about Bollywood’s complicated surnames, debates on leadership vs democracy in creative spaces, and a romantic tale of college love that led to marriage and fatherhood before 23!
 Grandson of Prem Nath, connected to Raj Kapoor and Prem Chopra, Siddharth reveals how legacy, humility, and self-awareness shaped his career and life choices.

 Whether you’re a cinema geek, romantic at heart...

Actor, activist, and passionate rugby advocate Rahul Bose joins Cyrus for an energetic and engaging episode of Cyrus Says. The two dive into a spirited conversation about the newly launched Rugby Premier League, with Rahul breaking down its vision, structure, and why he believes India — and specifically Mumbai — is the perfect ground to kick off this sporting revolution. Beyond the game, the episode is packed with laughs as Rahul and Cyrus explore the art of accents, perform impromptu impressions, and riff off each other’s wit. Equal parts informative and entertaining, this episode is a treat for sports lovers, rugby n...

What happens when two comedians try to start a legitimate business in India? Chaos, comedy, and a crash course in bureaucracy. In this uproarious AMA episode, Cyrus is joined by Aakash Mehta and Punit Pania for a brutally honest (and hilariously exaggerated) look at the absurdities of launching a comedy club franchise in Mumbai. From Kafkaesque hurdles like spacing errors in company names to bizarre banking interviews and mandatory metal signage, the conversation highlights the surreal experience of navigating India’s startup ecosystem.

But it doesn’t stop there. The trio dives into deeper cultural waters—examining the co...

In this episode of Cyrus Says, celebrated film critic, writer, and editor-in-chief of Galatta Plus, Baradwaj Rangan, joins Cyrus Broacha for an unfiltered chat on movies, filmmaking, and the Indian film industry.
He shares honest insights on Bollywood vs. South Indian cinema, the rise of streaming platforms, and how the audience's taste in films has evolved over the years. They have a candid chat about Indian cinema: Kabir Singh, Animal, Rajnikanth, Mani Ratnam, aging stars, producers, and the madness behind the camera.
Also: why critics stay hated, what panels are missing, and is Nepotism still cinema's biggest...

Sanjana Sanghi joins Cyrus for a candid chat on early fame, activism, and life beyond Bollywood. From facing eve-teasing to speaking at the UN, her journey is anything but ordinary—with a dash of Cyrus’ trademark chaos.12:18Vishnu RajeevActor and youth activist Sanjana Sanghi joins Cyrus Broacha for a wide-ranging, candid, and at times hilarious conversation on this episode of Cyrus Says. From being cast in Rockstar at the age of 13 to riding bikes for the sequel to Dhak Dhak, Sanjana reveals the layers behind her public persona.
She opens up about the contrasts between growing up in Delhi vs. li...

In this absolutely chaotic and laugh-out-loud episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha is joined by comedians Shamik Chakrabarti and Siddharth Dudeja for a wild ride through the world of cricket, comedy, current affairs, and some truly bizarre AMA questions sent in by the Discord community. The trio dives into everything from Nicholas Pooran’s surprise retirement to picking their World Cup XI vs India XI teams, debating which cricketers deserve a biopic, and hilariously deciding which actors should play them. There’s also a tribute to MS Dhoni being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, and a laugh-filled atte...

What happens when a city-bred actor known for Netflix dramas finds herself playing a small-town role in Gram Chikitsalay? In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Akansha Ranjan Kapoor for a candid, funny, and deeply relatable conversation about life in the spotlight — and everything it isn’t.
Akansha opens up about growing up in a film family, why she still had to hustle hard to make her mark, and how formal training at Whistling Woods gave her the confidence to pursue acting seriously. From juggling PR jobs while auditioning to landing her breakthrough in Guilty, h...

In this candid and heartwarming conversation, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Fardeen Khan for an episode that traces the highs, lows, and rebirth of a Bollywood legacy.

Fardeen shares rare stories of his father Feroz Khan’s tough love, how he entered acting, and his experience in film school. He reveals how a call from Ram Gopal Varma changed everything, what it was like working with the visionary director, and why RGV was unlike anyone else in the industry.

They dive into fatherhood, personal transformation, and what led to Fardeen stepping away from the spotlight — and...

Off-topic and full of wild takes, this AMA with Atul Khatri and Cyrus Broacha hits everything from “Sindhis without Aanis” to mastering Lifafa Economics (how much lifafa is enough?), Indian Standard Time, and know why Atul likes the idea of a giant Cyrus statue out of the options given by fan!

No topic’s off-limits:

Starting comedy at 48 : late bloomer or legend?

Corporate shows - awkward applause and paycheck struggles

Dog named butter

Marriage myths, misfires, and the why did they say “No More Jokes”

#dad jokes #atul khatr...

In this episode of Cyrus Says, environmental activist Zoru Bhathena joins Cyrus for a candid and insightful chat on fighting for Mumbai’s green cover. Zoru shares the story behind his first PIL – sparked by a shocking sight of dead trees in the Khar-Bandra area, and how that launched him into a life of legal activism. He also dives deep into the Aarey Metro Depot case, unraveling the legal battles, civic pushbacks, and his unwavering fight to preserve one of Mumbai’s last green lungs.

Expect stories of legal chaos, civic apathy, and a lot of leafy passio...

On this episode of Cyrus Says, Aussie legends Sam Perry and Ian Higgins from The Grade Cricketer podcast drop by for a chat.
From the bizarre world of Australian grade cricket culture to the unspoken rules of how players must behave in the locker room showers, the duo serves up insight with a side of satire.

They talk about touring India, their run-ins with the BCCI, and why they were told they couldn’t even mention the IPL or team names. They also reflect on their surreal interview with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who ended up...

Mumbai is underwater (again), and so is Cyrus’ will to live — but that doesn’t stop this Cyrus Says AMA episode from turning into full-blown chaos. Joining him are Puneet Pania, who’s grumpier than the weather, and Akash Mehta, whose back pain has nothing to do with age and everything to do with… let’s just say other activities.

The trio plunges into Mumbai’s coastal road mess, train-soaked trauma, and the weird magic of Zomato/Swiggy delivery guys — who somehow appear in your lift exactly when you open the door, like teleporting ninjas with momos.

Akash tak...

In this powerful and wide-ranging episode of Cyrus Says, Captain Raghu Raman takes us on a journey through the many chapters of his extraordinary life. From the brutal realities of serving in the Indian Army to the extreme conditions at the Siachen Glacier, he offers a rare, unfiltered look at what Indian soldiers endure and whether Siachen is the only such high-risk post.
Captain Raman also reflects on the haunting memories of the 1984 riots and shares a personal story of narrowly avoiding tragedy during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. He breaks down the geopolitical complexities surrounding India-Pakistan relations, Operation Sindoor, and the s...

In this hilariously unfiltered AMA episode, Cyrus and Shamik tackle the truly important questions of our time. With the rail budget going up, should we expect trains to finally run on time—or just more confident announcements? They debate what one really needs to survive a 4 km walk to a Guns N’ Roses concert: water, willpower, or a cardboard cutout of Slash.

There’s talk of a potential Hera Pheri: South Bombay Edition, a suggestion that Neeraj Chopra might just double as a missile launcher, and whether Uorfi Javed’s Cannes moment has emotionally prepared us for her Met...

This week on Cyrus Says, we almost talk about the horror film Kapkapiii.
Tusshar Kapoor joins us to discuss his mysterious role as Kabir — a man with secrets, suspense.

But of course, true to form, things spiral.

We derail into school WhatsApp groups, dive into deep philosophical conversations about dogs, revisit bar night disasters, and also talk of iconic horror movies plus cinemas in mumbai.

Somewhere in all that, we manage to discuss Kapkapiii, while Tusshar shares his experience working with director Sangeeth Sivan.

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On this episode of Cyrus Says, the hilarious Kumar Varun joins Cyrus for a wild ride through comedy, football fandom, unexpected royalty news, and revolutionary ancestry.

From writing jokes, to AIB, to acting & to watching Liverpool live with Rahul Subramanian, KV shares it all—including run-ins with Jurgen Klopp, Mac Allister, and Virgil van Dijk! But just as the football fever peaked, The Queen passed away, throwing their trip off-track (seriously).

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This episode, the chaos begins with names—Jim Sarbh explains the minimal effort behind his naming, while Amit Sadh reveals how his was the first thing that must’ve popped into his parents' heads. From there, it’s a deep dive into their backgrounds—Jim’s posh Mumbai schooling and expat education, and Amit’s roots in Lucknow and a couple other places, his dad’s sports legacy, and a shared alma mater with Cyrus.

The trio bond over their football allegiances (Liverpool, Man Utd, Arsenal—civil war!), working on Pune Highway with Rahul and Bugs, and a surprising amo...

In this candid and entertaining AMA episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha is joined by comedian and writer Abbas Momin for a freewheeling conversation packed with cricket, comedy, and candid commentary. The two delve into the buzz around Rohit Sharma’s potential retirement, with Cyrus calling him one of the finest batsmen to have ever represented India. They also touch upon the current India-Pakistan tensions with their trademark humour and sensitivity, keeping things light but thoughtful.

Abbas also shares exciting updates about his latest creative stint with TVF and opens up about his experiences working in Bollywood. It...

This week on Cyrus Says, Cyrus catches up with theatre legends and long-time buddies Rahul daCunha and Bugs Bhargava—the brilliant minds behind the upcoming film Pune Highway.

What starts as a movie promo somehow detours into Amul ad nostalgia, millionaire theories, their advertising days, and just maybe... a few drinks and drives (don’t try this at home). One of them even quit drinking. They’ve done plays, ads, life—and now a movie. Sort of.

Pune Highway drops soon, find out if-

Will Rahul sponsor the show?

Will Bugs admit he...

In this episode of Cyrus Says, actor and IIT graduate Amol Parashar joins Cyrus for a wide-ranging conversation that’s equal parts funny, insightful, and unexpected. The two dive into the everyday madness of parking in Mumbai, before getting into a bizarre but hilarious crooked finger story. Amol then opens up about his time at IIT, sharing everything from the quirky dressing culture to unforgettable ragging stories. The chat moves into his early days in theatre and acting, his transition from engineering to the performing arts, and how he found his footing in the industry. From his experiences working in...

In this explosive AMA episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha teams up once again with comedians Akash Mehta and Punit Pania for a hilariously chaotic deep-dive into the week’s strangest headlines, hottest takes, and the always unpredictable questions from the show's Discord community. The trio opens with a conversation about the tragic Pahalgam attack and whether Kashmir can ever be pitched as a honeymoon destination again. From there, they spiral into India-Pakistan tensions—with one listener suggesting a drinking water contest as a more peaceful resolution—and reflect on Warren Buffett’s grim warning about the dollar, debating if it’s...

Cyrus Broacha is joined by the founder of Comic Con India — Jatin Varma. From his early days organizing the Golden Kela Awards (India’s answer to the Razzies) to launching one of the biggest pop culture events in the country, Jatin shares his incredible journey.

They talk all things nerdy: the rise of Comic Con India, fan culture in India, the evolution of Indian superheroes, and what it takes to build a community of comic, cosplay, and pop culture lovers. Plus, the usual madness and laughs Cyrus brings to every episode.

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Think your browser history is safe? Think again. In this dangerously informative and accidentally hilarious episode of Cyrus Says, our beloved digital dinosaur Cyrus Broacha sits down with Cyber Security Experts Brijesh Singh and Utkarshica Srivastava. 

They dive into cybercrime, online scams, data leaks, and why your password shouldn't be your dog's name (even if your dog is really cute). Cyrus, of course, mostly tries to figure out where the cloud is and whether you can physically delete cookies.

It’s witty, wacky, and worryingly real. Watch this before your email gets hacked by someone in...

Join us for a lively episode filled with humor and engaging discussions! In this episode Cyrus, Silverie, and special guest Shamik dive into a variety of topics, from playful banter about names and cultural references to cricket talk and personal anecdotes about relationships. Tune in for laughs and relatable stories that make this episode a must-listen!

Don't miss out on the fun as the hosts share their unique perspectives on life, love, and cricket! With plenty of jokes and light-hearted teasing, this episode promises to entertain and resonate with listeners. Whether you're a fan of the hosts...

AI Boom & Trump’s Tech Tariff Twist: What’s Next for Stocks in 2025?

In 2025, markets may see tempered gains after two years of 25%+ returns, yet optimism remains fueled by AI's rising role and strong U.S. equity prospects. While investor sentiment shifts from skepticism to optimism, caution is key as signs of euphoria loom. Meanwhile, Trump’s April 2025 tariff exemptions on key tech imports—including iPhones, chips, and laptops—offer a temporary lifeline to tech giants like Apple and Nvidia. Though the move softens trade war impacts, long-term manufacturing shifts remain uncertain amid global supply chain dependencies and geopol...

Discover the inspiring journey of Jaideep Ahlawat, the versatile Indian actor known for Paatal Lok and Gangs of Wasseypur, as we unveil lesser-known facets of his life!  From his early dream of joining the Indian Army (he attempted SSB interviews multiple times!) to pivoting toward acting through theatre in Punjab and formal training at FTII, Ahlawat’s discipline shines through. Did you know he postponed his wedding for his debut film Khatta Meetha? Or that his FTII batchmates like Rajkummar Rao and Vijay Varma remain close friends in their Mazboot Actors Association WhatsApp group?  Despite intense roles, he craves roma...

In this hilarious and inspiring episode of Cyrus Says, we’re joined by the multi-talented Gautham Govindan, a stand-up comedian with a sharp corporate past. A former strategist at companies like Acko, Philips India, and Johnson & Johnson, Gautham blends real boardroom experience with observational humor, making him a standout voice in the world of corporate comedy. With a 99.99 percentile in CAT 2012, an engineering degree, and successful stints at firms like Mondelēz, Curefit, Slice, and ZO Rooms, his transition into comedy feels like a calculated punchline. Known for his clean, intelligent humor, Gautham performs in English, Hindi, Malayalam, and Tam...