Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded
đŹ Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded! đŹ In a universe where logic takes a backseat to flamboyant dance numbers and every staircase can lead to an untimely death, Fear of Stairs takes you on a hilariously unpredictable journey through the extravagant world of Indian cinema. Join our unlikely crewâthree clueless outsiders and one jaded insiderâas they explore a film landscape where emotions run high, physics are optional, and plot twists are the only certainty. Starring: Khilli, The Indian Cinema Guru: Raised in the heart of Indian cinema, this film school graduate dreamed of being a director but became jaded by the industry. Now, they guide the group through the spectacular highs and absurd lows of Indian movies with a blend of skepticism and nostalgia. Nicky, The International Latchkey Kid: With a childhood full of anime and retro gaming consoles, this cultural chameleon knows everything about global pop cultureâexcept Indian cinema. Theyâre about to find out just how wild things can get. Winnie, The Desi Whoâs Never Been to India: Sheâs ready to dive into the madness of Indian films, no matter how illogical, in an effort to reconnect with her roots. Adam, The Western Movie Buff: He once ran an arthouse theater and can passionately debate the timeline of the Fast & Furious franchise, but his journey into Indian cinema starts (and nearly ends) with RRR, making him the perfect candidate for cultural whiplash. Together, they plunge into epic sagas, outrageous romances, and gravity-defying action scenes. Will these intrepid explorers embrace the chaos of Indian cinema, or will they be left scratching their heads in disbelief?
Episodes
đŹ Patalkar (2003): Where a Ghost Scientist, an Alien, and a Theater Troupe Walk into a Movie⊠and No One Knows Why đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre talking about the Bengali fever dream The Underground Chamber, a film so chaotic it made our hosts question reality, bedtime, and Khilliâs entire childhood.
Join us as we break down:
- Why this movie is like âa book with too many plotlinesââand why none of...
đŹ Seeta and Geeta (1972): The Bollywood twin-swap that took over Russia đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre talking about Seeta and Geeta (1972), where a woman gives birth to twins and somehow misses the second one sliding outâbecause, you know, logic.
Join us as we break down:
ă» Why you should âbe like Geeta, donât be like Seetaââunless you enjoy getting walked over
ă» The aunt whoâs âone of the most evil p...
đŹ Stoners, Zombies, and Goa Nights: Go Goa Gone (2013) đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre talking about Go Goa Gone (2013), Indiaâs first zombie comedy that throws three stoner friends into a nightmare full of full moon parties, shady Russians, and way too many questionable pills.
Join us as we break down:
ă» How Hardik and Luv are basically walking punchlinesââLike Hard Dick has a hard dick the entire mov...
đŹ Tiffin Boxes, Trauma, and That Ending?! Stanley Ka Dabba (2011) đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre unpacking Stanley Ka Dabba (2011), a deceptively sweet film about a schoolboy with no lunchboxâand no parents, apparently!âthat left us laughing, crying, and deeply suspicious of teachers with food envy.
Join us as we break down:
ă» Why this film is âcute with an asterisk,â and how that ending hit us like a...
đ Borders, Bollywood, and a Chicken Dance in Bajrangi Bhaijaan! đ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, we tackle the heart-tugging, occasionally ridiculous journey of Bajrangi BhaijaanâSalman Khanâs 2015 crowd-pleaser about a sweet, slightly dim devotee who will stop at nothing (including crossing international borders the most inconvenient way possible) to get a lost, mute Pakistani girl back home.
We cover:
ă» Why...
đŹ Poverty, Pickpockets & Pure Heartache in Salaam Bombay! đŹ
Watch the Mira Nair Interview here.
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, we dive head-first into Zohan Mamdani's mom, Mira Nairâs 1988 classic Salaam Bombay!âthe raw, Oscar-nominated drama that put Mumbaiâs street kids on the global map.
Join us as we chat about:
ă» How Nair balances gut-punch realism with genuine empathyâno Bollywood sugar-coating here.
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đŹ Forrest Gump Goes to India?! Breaking Down Laal Singh Chaddha đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre diving into Laal Singh ChaddhaâIndiaâs official remake of Forrest Gump, complete with Aamir Khan, lots of jogging, and an eyebrow-raising amount of emotional restraint.
Itâs the same feather-blowing-in-the-wind story you know, but this time with roti, riots, and... Wikipedia during the movie?
Join us as we u...
đŹ Who Dunnit? Horror, Laughter, and Cat Kicks in Kaun! đŹ
ⶠWatch Kaun (1999) on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqxyvNxW3KA
In this spine-tingling, edge-of-your-seat episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, we unlock the mysteries of the 1999 cult thriller âKaun?â and oh boy, do we have some questions!
Join Winnie, Khilli, Adam, and Nicky as they unravel a film filled with:
ă»Serial killersâor are they just annoyin...
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đŹ From Bollywood Comedy to Real-Life Gem: Exploring Sikhism and Swag in "Sing is King"! đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, we're unraveling the chaotic, comedic, and surprisingly heartwarming world of "Sing is King," starring the one and only Akshay Kumar. Buckle up, because this rollercoaster of a movie takes us on a wild ride from Egypt's pyramids to Australia's gangster underwor...
đż Bangkok Thrills, Bollywood Chills, and No Boobs: The Rollercoaster of Murder! đż
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre unwrapping the spicy, controversial, and sometimes utterly bonkers Bollywood film, Murder! Picture this: Itâs an "erotic thriller" set in Bangkok, but hold the eroticâ'cause thereâs zero nudity, folks. đ
Join Winnie, Khilli, Nicky, and Adam as they dive into:
ă» The insane "what-the-heck" plo...
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đŹ Gay Flirting, Devious Roommates, and Bollywood Shenanigans in Dostana! đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, get ready for a hilarious dive into one of Bollywood's most iconic rom-coms, Dostana! Spoiler alert: It's a wild ride where two hetero dudes pretend to be gay to snag a fabulous apartmentâand the chaos that follows is chef's kiss. đ
Join us as we chat about:
ă»The mind-blowing ...
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đŹ Radical Revolutions, Bohemian College Days, and a Tear-Jerking Tandav in Rang De Basanti! đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre diving deep into the poignant and revolutionary world of Rang De Basanti, where college life, political rebellion, and heartfelt emotional extremes collide. Hold onto your dhotis, folksâthis one's a rollercoaster!
Join us as we chat about:
ă» The mind-bl...
đŹ đ Chennai Express: Bollywood Shenanigans on Tracks! đ đŹ
In this hilariously packed episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre taking you on a wild ride with Chennai Express! Join Winnie, Adam, Nicky, and Khilli as they unravel the antics of Shah Rukh Khan's character who bumbles through a madcap adventure involving flying sweet shops, arranged marriages, and kung-fu grandpas (okay, maybe not the last one, but close e...
đŹ Nose Jobs, Nepo Babies, and Why 'Nadaaniyan' (2025) is a Trainwreck You Can't Miss! đŹ
In this crazy episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, we're diving headfirst into the disaster that is Nadaaniyan (2025)! This Netflix "gem" has left us all wonderingâhow did this movie even get made?
Grab some popcorn and join our mixed Desi-Western crew:
ă» Winnieâthe Desi who's never set foot in India đ”ïžââïž
ă» KhiliâKaran Joharâs biggest ...
đ„ Bollywood's E.T. Moment: Koi Mil Gaya & The Magic of Jadoo! đ
What happens when you mix E.T., Forrest Gump, Space Jam, and a Bollywood dance-off? You get Koi Mil Gayaâthe most insane, heartwarming, and absolutely bonkers alien movie to ever come out of India.
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, we dive deep into the 2003 classic where Hrithik Roshan plays a developmentally delayed man who befriends a bl...
đŹ From Bollywood Dreams to Real-Life Struggles: A Deep Dive into "All We Imagine as Light" đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre taking a break from the glitz and glam of Bollywood to explore the raw, real, and riveting world of "All We Imagine as Light." This 2024 film has been making waves, and weâre here to break it all down for you!
Join us as we chat about:
ă» The stark portrayal of Mumbai (or should we ...
đŹ Fast Bikes, Crazy Heists, and Bollywood Shenanigans in Dhoom! đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre revving up our engines and diving into the high-octane world of Dhoom! Get ready for a wild ride as we break down the movie thatâs part Fast & Furious, part Oceans 11, and all Bollywood madness.
Join us as we chat about:
- The insane stunts that defy all logic and physics (seriously, who needs helmets?...
đŹ Disco Fever, Guitar Phobia, and Bollywood's Wild Ride in "Disco Dancer"! đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre strapping on our dancing shoes and diving into the glitzy, over-the-top world of "Disco Dancer." This 1980s Bollywood classic has it all: revenge, romance, and some seriously questionable dance moves.
Join us as we chat about:
ă» The epic tale of Jimmy, the street dancer turned disco king, and his...
đ„ From Underdog to Champion: The Wild Ride of Sarpatta Parambarai! đ„
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre diving into the gritty, action-packed world of Sarpatta Parambarai, where boxing isnât just a sportâitâs a way of life. Join us as we break down the epic journey of Kabilan, a man who goes from zero to hero, and then back to zero, and then hero again. Yeah, itâs a rollercoaster!
Hereâs what weâre chattin...
đŹ 3 Idiots: Cracking the Code of Indiaâs Education System đŹ
In this episode of Fear of Stairs: Desi Films Decoded, weâre diving into the iconic Bollywood film, 3 Idiots. Join us as we navigate the hilarious and heartwarming journey of three friends challenging the norms of the Indian education system. Spoiler alert: there's a lot of urine and a baby delivered via webcam!
Join us as we chat about:
ă» The over-the-top scenes that make ...
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