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  • Good Bad Ugly
    Apr 20 2025

    Ajith Kumar goes full throttle on the fan service pedal in Good Bad Ugly and we’re here to break it all down.


    In this episode of Paisa Vasool, we dive into the chaos that is Adhik Ravichandran’s latest film – from the endless intro scenes and John Wick cameos to the questionable logic and over-the-top villains. Is it bad? Is it ugly? It sure ain't good. Tune in as we unpack what might be the most absurd Tamil film we’ve reviewed yet.


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    ⏱️ Timestamps:

    0:00 – Coming up in this episode

    1:08 – Intro music

    1:31 – Welcome to the episode + poll results

    2:18 – Director Adhik Ravichandran & cast rundown

    4:09 – Good? Bad? Ugly? – First impressions

    5:59 – The Ajith Kumar slow-mo hype montage

    7:01 – Tala references & Easter eggs we missed

    8:16 – Plot breakdown (if you can call it that)

    10:27 – The attempt at emotion – does it land?

    11:33 – Chase scene fever dream: dancing prisoners & truck chaos

    12:54 – Spoilers: girlfriend fake-outs & cliff logic

    14:20 – Final fight & headphone-powered showdown

    15:01 – Cameo city: John Wick, Money Heist & Dong Lee

    16:23 – The few positives: age-appropriate role, no forced romance

    17:46 – Gangsters with WhatsApp & more surprise cameos

    18:51 – Pointless fight scenes & background brawlers

    20:00 – All hype, zero tension

    21:01 – Our theatre experience & clapping aunties

    22:29 – Ajith as a Mary Sue

    23:07 – Box office talk & sequel rumors

    24:13 – Would we have liked it more if it starred Pawan Kalyan?

    25:05 – What’s next for Ajith Kumar? (Maybe nothing?)

    26:38 – Ajith vs. Vijay – the fan service comparison

    27:16 – Upcoming releases: Hit 3, Thunderbolts, Retro

    29:29 – Final thoughts – was this all a prank?


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    #PaisaVasoolPodcast #AjithKumar #GoodBadUglyReview #AdhikRavichandran #TamilCinema #AjithFans #KollywoodReview #SouthIndianCinema #MoviePodcast #IndianMovieReview #FanServiceOverload #TamilMovie2025 #GoodBadUglyAjith #AjithMass #KollywoodMadness

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  • Robinhood
    Apr 13 2025

    You asked. We watched. And now we’re here to break it down — Robinhood starring Nithiin, Sreeleela, and... David Warner?!


    We talk through the film's story, comedy hits (and misses), and that unforgettable final sequence featuring Warner. Plus, we give a shout to the indie film Court, chat Nithiin’s long-running career, and tease what’s next for our reviews!


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    Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fjLFWckXb7A


    ⏱️ Timestamps:

    0:00 - Intro & Poll Results

    1:31 - Robinhood Cast, Director & Budget

    3:40 - The Curious Case of Nithiin’s Career

    6:07 - First Impressions of Robinhood

    7:22 - Comedy Style & Audience Reaction

    9:44 - David Warner’s Cameo: Scene Breakdown

    13:00 - Spoiler Territory: Plot & Logic Gaps

    15:16 - Action, Songs & Editing Issues

    17:00 - Melbourne Scenes & Sequel Tease

    19:06 - Smaller Film Spotlight: Court (2024)

    21:21 - Sivaji’s Performance & Cast

    22:52 - Court vs. Robinhood: Tone & Impact

    24:21 - Upcoming Films: L2: Empuraan, Mad², etc.

    26:58 - Where to Find Us & Closing Remarks


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  • Chhaava
    Mar 16 2025

    We finally watched Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava—but did it live up to the hype? With A.R. Rahman’s music, historical battles, and intense drama, this Maratha epic has been a huge box office success. But is it worth the 2h 40min runtime?


    How historically accurate is Chhaava?

    Does the film suffer from pacing issues?

    Why is the final act so divisive?

    Where does it stand among Indian period dramas?


    🔥 Deep dive into the history, cinematography, and whether Chhaava is worth the watch!


    Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Udvbdsp045c


    👇 Timestamps:


    0:00 - Podcast Intro & Welcome Back!

    0:30 - Why We Took Time to Process Chhaava

    1:39 - Director, Cast & Background on the Film

    2:50 - Vicky Kaushal’s First Period Film

    4:12 - Box Office Success: Chhaava is 2024’s Highest Grossing Indian Film!

    4:45 - Our First Impressions: Did We Like It?

    5:28 - Strengths: Costumes, Cinematography & Historical Accuracy

    7:11 - Pacing Issues & Too Many Characters?

    9:06 - The Action: Did the Budget Constraints Hurt the Film?

    12:23 - Chhaava vs. Ponniyin Selvan – A Fair Comparison?

    14:19 - Music by A.R. Rahman: Repetitive or Effective?

    15:38 - The Last 40 Minutes: Brutal & Difficult to Watch

    18:17 - Historical Accuracy: How Much is Real?

    20:24 - Aurangzeb’s Story & Mughal History

    23:19 - Upcoming Films: Should We Review Mad² or L2: Empuraan?

    27:43 - Audience Thoughts & Where Chhaava Stands in Indian Cinema


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    #Chhaava #VickyKaushal #IndianCinema #HistoricalDrama #MarathaHistory #Bollywood #ARrahman #PeriodDrama #PaisaVasoolPodcast #MovieReview

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  • Vidaamuyarchi
    Mar 14 2025

    We’re back after a brief break to discuss Ajith Kumar’s Vidaamuyarchi! Sravan and Tarun break down the action, performances, and whether this genre-driven film delivers.


    Is this a different side of Ajith Kumar?

    Does Vidaamuyarchi break away from typical mass films?

    How does it compare to other Tamil thrillers?


    🎧 Join us for a spoiler-filled discussion, a look at Ajith’s career, and thoughts on the future of Tamil cinema!


    Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rIXX-feNNHY


    👇 Timestamps:

    0:00 - Podcast Intro & Welcome Back!

    0:29 - Background on Vidaamuyarchi (Director, Cast & Music)

    1:22 - Story Breakdown: A Thriller, Not a Mass Movie?

    3:05 - First Impressions: Tarun’s First Ajith Movie

    4:18 - What Worked: Story & Cinematography

    6:38 - Action & Unexplained John Wick Vibes

    9:01 - The Future of Tamil Cinema: Lack of Young Superstars?

    11:00 - Final Verdict: Worth Watching?

    12:26 - Spoiler Discussion: Villain Backstories & Unnecessary Scenes

    14:44 - Closing Thoughts & Upcoming Reviews (Chhaava, War 2 & More)


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  • Daaku Maharaaj
    Jan 15 2025

    In this episode, we discuss Daaku Maharaaj starring God of Masses Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Bobby Kolli. Despite a power outage cutting the film short, they share their thoughts on whether this mass action flick lived up to its hype. From punch dialogues to electrifying action, we break it all down!


    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/BeBy9YvlKY4


    Timestamps:

    0:00 - Introduction to Daaku Maharaaj

    0:24 - Power Outage Story & Missing the Ending

    1:43 - Director Bobby Kolli’s Filmography

    3:07 - Balakrishna's “God of Masses” Persona

    3:31 - Bobby Deol as the Villain & Cast Overview

    4:41 - First Impressions: Mass Action Done Right?

    6:24 - Cinematography, Music & Mass Appeal

    8:05 - Comparing to Game Changer

    9:28 - Positives: Entertaining & Engaging Beats

    11:34 - Negatives: Redundant Characters & Dubbing Issues

    13:27 - Balakrishna’s Age-Appropriate Role for a Change

    15:13 - Spoilers: Predictable Plot but Well-Executed

    18:39 - Final Thoughts & Sankranthi Film Rankings

    21:56 - Upcoming Revisited Episodes & Listener Suggestions


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  • Game Changer
    Jan 13 2025

    In this episode, Sravan and Tarun dive into Game Changer, the much-anticipated political thriller starring Global Star Ram Charan and directed by Shankar. With a massive budget and years in production, did the film deliver on its promise or fall flat? Join us as we explore the performances, music, plot, and Shankar’s filmmaking evolution.


    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Z5pwzlVt6ig



    Timestamps:

    0:00 - Introduction to Game Changer

    0:23 - Ram Charan’s “Global Star” Transformation

    1:40 - Shankar’s Filmography Overview

    3:53 - Production & Budget Breakdown

    5:33 - Initial Thoughts and Reactions

    6:47 - Acting Performances

    8:42 - Music and Background Score

    9:29 - Cinematography and Visual Elements

    11:46 - Plot Structure and Story Issues

    14:55 - Logical Flaws and Inconsistencies

    17:40 - Are Big Set Pieces Still Effective?

    19:09 - Comparing to Shankar's Previous Work

    22:31 - Final Thoughts and Verdict

    23:35 - Upcoming Review: Daaku Maharaaj

    32:14 - How to Reach Us


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  • Best of 2024 & Most Anticipated for 2025
    Jan 3 2025

    🎙️ 2024 Year in Review! 🎬

    Sravan and Tarun share their personal picks for the best, worst, and most anticipated films. Tune in for an exciting wrap-up of 2024 and a look ahead to 2025!


    YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/DlNSQAjYLs4


    Timestamps:

    0:00 - Introduction

    1:10 - Best Films of 2024

    1:28 - Tarun’s honorable mentions and #3 pick (Amaran).

    3:08 - Tarun’s #2 pick (Kalki).

    4:35 - Tarun’s #1 pick (Lucky Baskhar).

    4:44 - Sravan’s honorable mentions and top picks: Lucky Baskhar, Amaran, Kalki.

    9:13 - Box Office Highlights

    10:06 - Pushpa 2 shattering records.

    11:29 - Telugu cinema’s dominance and unexpected successes.

    12:29 - Worst Films of 2024

    12:45 - Tarun’s worst: Mr. Bachchan, Viswam, Kanguva.

    13:28 - Sravan’s least favorites: Kanguva, Indian 2.

    16:48 - Anticipated Films of 2025

    17:02 - Tarun’s picks: Hit 3, Rajasaab, Mirai.

    18:35 - Sravan’s picks: OG, Coolie, Vijay 69.


    23:17 - Closing Notes



    💬 We’d love to hear from you! Share your favorite films, least favorites, and most anticipated 2025 releases.


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  • Pushpa 2: The Rule
    Dec 15 2024

    In this episode of Paisa Vasool, we break down the highly anticipated Pushpa 2: The Rule starring Icon Star Allu Arjun and directed by Sukumar. From its massive box office success to its ambitious scope, we delve into the highs, lows, and jaw-dropping moments of this larger-than-life sequel. Is it better than Pushpa: The Rise? Did Sukumar deliver on the hype? And what’s next for Pushpa in Pushpa 3? Find out in this spoiler-filled discussion!


    Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FXV47Xd8XNk


    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Intro Music

    00:23 - Welcome and Introductions

    00:29 - Introduction to Pushpa 2: The Rule

    05:05 - Box Office Buzz

    06:21 - Thoughts on Sukumar’s Filmography and Direction

    07:26 - Characterization and Allu Arjun’s Performance

    10:53 - Strengths and Weaknesses of the Movie

    11:07 - Music and Score Insights

    13:26 - Villains and Plot Weaknesses

    18:48 - Cultural Significance of Key Scenes

    23:39 - Anticipation for Pushpa 3

    30:17 - Comparing Pushpa 2 with Other Pan-Indian Releases

    35:00 - Wrap-Up and Future Episodes


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