Lyca XTRA (Audio)

Is Bollywood evolving… or just repeating itself? 🎬

This episode dives into the journey of Bollywood, from iconic films like Dhoom and Rang De Basanti to cult favourites like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani that still define a generation. While movies continue to feel deeply personal and relatable, are we actually seeing new stories—or the same emotions packaged differently?

From the era where films held mystery to today&rsquo...

Live-in relationships… practical step or emotional risk? 👀  

Hosted by Radiowalli, this episode dives into the real debate around live-ins. From being seen as a trial before marriage to questions around commitment, compatibility and whether the spark fades before the big step, the conversation gets honest.  

Guests share contrasting views, some believe live-ins only make sense if marriage is certain, while others ...

Menopause is often reduced to just hot flashes… but for many women, it’s so much more. In this episode, the conversation goes deeper into the lesser-discussed realities of menopause, from joint pain, dizziness and bloating to emotional changes like anger, frustration and depression. Symptoms that are often dismissed as “normal” begin to interfere with daily life, leaving many women feeling unlike themselves...

This episode dives into the harsh reality of domestic abuse, a crisis that continues to grow yet remains deeply hushed across communities. In many South Asian households, the fear of shame and social stigma keeps victims silent, allowing abuse to stay hidden behind closed doors.

The conversation also explores a difficult truth, how cases are often dismissed as “domestic matters” and pushed away instead of being addresse...

India Week Showcase brings together some of the most powerful voices shaping conversations around media, politics and cinema today. In this episode, we dive into how the platform has grown into a space where leading journalists, news anchors and changemakers come together to share perspectives on a rapidly evolving India.

With past editions featuring names like Sachin Pilot, Raghav Chadha and K. T. Rama Rao, the Showcase continues ...

Weddings today are no longer just about two people coming together, they’ve turned into large-scale productions with big budgets, bigger expectations and guest lists that can go from 80 to 800 in no time.

In this episode, host Doni Brasco sits down with Dr. Diya Gokul, Sunny Sethi and Kajal to unpack what really goes into plannin...

Not every story gets the screen it deserves. In a time where bringing audiences into theatres has become increasingly difficult due to OTT platforms, many powerful films and dedicated filmmakers are left without the recognition they truly deserve. In this episode, we explore the reality of cinema today, the struggle to get people to experience films in theatres and the passion and dedication of filmmakers who continue to create mea...

Who really controls your wealth, property, and inheritance… when you’re no longer around? 👀

In this insightful episode, host Khush sits down with Rakesh Prajapati from Raklaw Solicitors to break down everything you NEED to know about wills, trusts, and property division.

From why having a will is crucial to how inheritance actually works, this conversation uncovers the legal realities most people overlook.

They also d...

What really goes on behind the boardroom doors… 👀🔥

In this unfiltered episode, Rothna Akhtar, Priyesh Bathia, and Harry Clough open up about their journey on The Apprentice UK and reveal the reality behind one of TV’s most intense competitions.

From brutal boardroom moments to the unseen dynamics between candidates, they dive into what really happens when the cameras are rolling… and even when they’re no...

Is Asian TV losing its audience in the UK… or just evolving? 👀🔥

In this revealing conversation, Parul Goel, Territory Head at Zee Entertainment UK, breaks down the real challenges behind ZEE TV and the wider Asian TV landscape.

From shifting audience behaviour to the harsh reality of low returns on investment, Parul explains why growth has been difficult over the past few years and why, without ROI, there’s only so m...

Home Education vs Schooling… Who’s Really Right?

Is homeschooling protecting children… or holding them back? 👀

In this heated debate, guests go head-to-head on whether kids are truly prepared for the real world without school. Do classrooms expose children to bad habits too early, or are they essential for social growth and resilience?

From overwhelmed teachers managing 30 students to parents taking full contro...

बुज़ुर्गों की mental health अक्सर अनदेखी रह जाती है, लेकिन इसके संकेत हमारे आसपास ही होते हैं।

इस episode में हम बात करते हैं कि कैसे अपने elders का ख्याल रखें, किन signs पर ध्यान देना ज़रूरी है, और कब एक therapist से सलाह लेनी चाहिए। Depression और anxiety के common symptoms क्या हैं, और बुज़ुर्गों में ये कैसे अलग तरीके से दिखते हैं, इस पर भी विस्तार से चर्चा होती है।

हम यह भी समझने की कोशिश करते हैं कि क्या महिलाएं mental health i...

What really happens when your visa gets rejected? And why does it happen more often than you think?

In this episode, Khush sits down with Rakesh Prajapati, solicitor at RAKLAW Solicitors, to unpack the harsh realities of immigration. From the real reasons behind visa refusals to how complex and stressful appeals can be, this conversation sheds light on what many immigrants aren’t told.

They also discuss why seeking legal ad...

What if you don’t fully belong anywhere?

Host Doni Brasco sits down with London Ki Lali and Samir Mahat for a brutally honest conversation on identity and belonging.

From being questioned for embracing a culture that isn’t “yours” to being treated like an outsider by your own people, this episode exposes the reality of living between two worlds. Why is your identity always up for debate? And who really gets ...

In this special episode celebrating International Women’s Day, presenter Sonya Singh sits down with three extraordinary women who have carved their own paths to success while challenging expectations along the way.

Joining the conversation are Rhea Agarwal, Director at Haldiram's, Reena Ranger OBE - Women Empowered, and Abby Ghafoor OBE, CEO of Arc Management Consulting. Together, they open up about the realities women face e...

Ramadan means something different to everyone, but who decides what is “right”?

In this powerful conversation, we explore the true significance of Ramadan beyond routine and ritual. From personal fasting struggles to community judgment, from modern faith to cultural expectations, we unpack what it really means to practice Islam in today’s world. 

We talk about parenting in multicultural societies, navigating ...

Indian cinema has undergone a powerful transformation from the golden era of larger-than-life storytelling to today’s OTT-driven, globally consumed content.

In this episode of Lyca Xtra, host Anuj Radia is joined by Elena Fernandes, Razia Ali, and Kuldeep Goswami to explore how Bollywood and the wider Indian film industry have evolved over the years.

From changing narratives and representation to technology, streaming platfor...