We are back with the final episode for 2021 with a very special guest. Joining us on the podcast is the multi-talented writer, poet & lyricist Puneet Sharma (the co-writer of the film 'Dhamaka' with director Ram Madhvani, on Netflix currently). We deep dive into his journey as a lyricist so far, the importance of storytelling in songs, and his views on dissent as a citizen in a democracy. Have a safe holiday season!

How do we even begin to discuss the work of a person whose name itself means 'immortal'? Poet, screenwriter, lyricist. Javed Akhtar has worn many hats. In this episode, we explore what qualities as a lyricist we adore in his work and deep-dive into some of his lesser discussed songs. Toh aaiye aur suniye, ke Javed sahab ke tarkash se kaise kaise lafzon ka lava phhoota hai. From great poets like Muztar Khairabadi to Jan Nisar Akhtar, from Sahir to Kaifi Azmi; Javed Akhtar continues to bring the tradition of classical poetry into popular hindi film songs. 

Gosh, 2020 has been a LOT! Who would've thought, when the year began that it would bring so many surprises with it? We look back at a year that honestly feels closer to a decade - the things we learnt and the things we didn't. Most importantly, how music, songs and lyrics have saved us. A very Happy New Year to all. Hope you're safe wherever you are. And don't forget to... wear a mask!