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  • Is Cocktail 2 really a rage bait?

    Is Cocktail 2 really a rage bait?
    Jun 30 2026
    In this episode of Casually Obsessed Season 2, Niharika, Shruti, and Aishwarya discuss Homi Adajania’s much-talked-about sequel to the 2012 blockbuster Cocktail. Starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, Cocktail 2 has been making headlines for multiple reasons.In this episode, the trio compares the two films, explores how Bollywood’s portrayal of romance has evolved in the age of social media.

    Stay tuned to Casually Obsessed only on Indian Express Plus, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsOxTmE5iuM
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    28 min
  • Inside Imtiaz Ali’s world: Main Vaapas Aaunga, why his films stay with us

    Inside Imtiaz Ali’s world: Main Vaapas Aaunga, why his films stay with us
    Jun 23 2026
    In this episode of Causally Obsessed, Niharika Nanda, Aishwarya Khosla, and Shruti Kaushal, revisit iconic Imtiaz Ali movies. From love to music to emotions, the trio talks about Main Vaapas Aaunga, Laila Majnu, Rockstar, Jab We Met, and more.Stay tuned to Casually Obsessed only on Indian Express Plus, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWSkdZIi4rk&t=11s
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    27 min
  • Vedang Raina: Gen Z of the hour | Main Vaapas Aaunga

    Vedang Raina: Gen Z of the hour | Main Vaapas Aaunga
    Jun 15 2026
    This week on Casually Obsessed, we sit down with actor and musician Vedang Raina, who made hearts flutter in The Archies and Jigra, and is now all set for his most ambitious role yet in Imtiaz Ali's Main Vaapas Aaunga, a partition-era romantic drama. We get into everything: how love and longing have changed from the partition era to the modern day, why he has not watched Friends, and Vedang's hilarious fail at Gen Z dating terms (puffer fishing, anyone?). He shares the actual playlist he built for his character Kinu, sings Maskara with our very own Shruti, and tells us the real story of how a girl at a PTA meeting made him quit tabla and pick up a guitar.

    Stay tuned to Casually Obsessed only on Indian Express Plus, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

    Check out the video podcast here:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp-3geYTdiI&t=43s
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    35 min
  • Alia Bhatt at Cannes Film Festival 2026: Every red carpet outfit ranked

    Alia Bhatt at Cannes Film Festival 2026: Every red carpet outfit ranked
    May 17 2026
    The 79th Cannes Film Festival has been making waves, with Indian celebrities turning heads on the red carpet. In this episode of Casually Obsessed, Niharika, Shruti, and Aishwarya discuss Alia Bhatt’s six impeccable fashion statements at the festival. From a hand-painted circle ensemble to Tarun Tahiliani’s deep burgundy brocade gown, the trio breaks down each look while also discussing the actor’s career, controversies, and personal life.

    Stay tuned to Casually Obsessed only on Indian Express Plus, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

    Hosted by Niharika Nanda, Aishwarya Khosla, and Shruti Kaushal
    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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    25 min
  • The Devil Wears Prada 2 review: Who is real-life Miranda Priestly?

    The Devil Wears Prada 2 review: Who is real-life Miranda Priestly?
    May 9 2026
    Miranda Priestly (played by Meryl Streep), Andrea Sachs (played by Anne Hathaway), and Emily Charlton (played by Emily Blunt) are back after 20 years with The Devil Wears Prada 2, and honestly, the internet has not known peace since.

    In this episode of Casually Obsessed, Shruti, Niharika, and Aishwarya spiral into the chaos surrounding the sequel, revisit the iconic original film and book, the famous cerulean sweater, and unpack the real-life inspirations behind Emily and Miranda. Along with that, of course there is discussion over the Met Gala, that you cannot miss out!

    Hosts: Niharika, Aishwarya & Shruti
    Find us every week on IE+ youtube channel and indianexpress.com

    Watch this podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLXgJr-UH2o

    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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    37 min
  • Brainrot, but so iconic Bollywood movies

    Brainrot, but so iconic Bollywood movies
    May 3 2026
    In this episode of Casually Obsessed, Niharika, Shruti, and Aishwarya talk about 'brainrot' content and Bollywood movies. From Tees Maar Khan to AI-slop videos featuring human-like conflicts among vegetables, the episode is loaded with fun and nostalgia. It also highlights the effects of consuming 'brainrot' and how it has gradually become a part of pop culture content.

    Hosts: Niharika, Aishwarya & Shruti
    Find us every week on IE+ youtube channel and indianexpress.com

    Watch this podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv_OwKKlzyY

    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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    26 min
  • Margo's Got Money Troubles, Big Mistakes, XO Kitty & Elsbeth—What’s on our watchlist

    Margo's Got Money Troubles, Big Mistakes, XO Kitty & Elsbeth—What’s on our watchlist
    Apr 26 2026
    Welcome to another week of Casually Obsessed, your weekly pop culture podcast where we talk about literally everything.

    🎬 This week we are obsessing over:

    Big Mistakes (Netflix) — Dan Levy is back as a gay pastor no less. The ensemble features his unhinged teacher sister, their mayoral-candidate mom, and a mafia they definitely should not have messed with. Taylor Ortega is a whole lot. We have feelings.

    Margo's Got Money Troubles (Apple TV+) — Elle Fanning, an English professor she should have avoided, a pro-wrestler dad, and an OnlyFans hustle to fund it all. Why is it always the English professor?

    XO, Kitty Season 3 (Netflix) — Kitty and Minho (played by the very easy-on-the-eyes Sang Heon Lee) are finally together…sort of. It is complicated. Niharika is a proud Moon-Covey stan and we fully support her.

    🔍 Elsbeth (JioHotstar) — The Good Wife spin-off starring Carrie Preston as the quirkiest, most brilliant attorney you will ever meet. It is a "howcatchem" not a whodunit, and the Bridgerton murder episode was chef's kiss.

    We also get into:
    → Should you ever watch a trailer before a movie? (Controversial opinions ahead)
    → American teen dramas vs Korean teen dramas – is there even a difference?
    → The Office: masterpiece or overhyped slow burn?
    → Schitt's Creek vs everything else, forever and always

    🎙️ Hosts: Niharika, Aishwarya & Shruti
    📍 Find us every week on IE+ and Express Podcasts

    Watch this podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyHs_MXeN0M

    Hosted by Niharika Nanda, Aishwarya Khosla, and Shruti Kaushal
    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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    26 min
  • Samay Raina is Still Alive

    Samay Raina is Still Alive
    Apr 20 2026
    Comedian Samay Raina created a massive buzz with his comeback set, Still Alive. In his latest YouTube video, he opened up about the aftermath of the India’s Latent controversy, which threw his life into a whirlwind. From roasting BeerBiceps and admitting he was unable to console Apurva Makhija, to recalling that one phone call with his father, Samay laid his emotions bare for his fans. However, some of his jokes did not sit well with many viewers. In this episode of Casually Obsessed, Niharika, Aishwarya, and Shruti discuss how comedy in India has evolved over the years and whether comedians should be held accountable for their jokes.

    Watch this podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGKmeJuCkzM&t=247s

    Hosted by Niharika Nanda, Aishwarya Khosla, and Shruti Kaushal
    Produced by Niharika Nanda
    Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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    33 min