We kick off with the explosive Baiju Bawra casting news, where Ranbir Kapoor has reportedly replaced Ranveer Singh in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s next epic. From Saawariya to Ram Leela, we explore their pasts with SLB and what this switch means for both stars.

Then we unpack the ongoing rivalry between Ranbir and Ranveer, tracking the highs and lows of their careers — from blockbuster battles and dating history to fan debates about who's really the better actor.

Next, we head to Paris Fashion Week, where Aishwarya Rai Bachchan went viral walking the L'Oréal runway in a Manish Malhotra ensemble, joined by daughter Aaradhya. But fans couldn’t help but notice Alia Bhatt’s absence, sparking new speculation.

Finally, we wrap with a fashion roundup from the Bulgari event in Mumbai, spotlighting looks from Priyanka Chopra, Triptii Dimri, and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and get into what audiences really thought.

We begin with Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal’s pregnancy reveal, which is sending fans and the media into overdrive. Then, we dive into a no-holds-barred review of The Ba***ds of Bollywood - Aryan Khan's web series that is trending on Netflix.Next, we cover Janhvi Kapoor’s promo spree, what’s working, what’s not, and how her film choices are shaping her career. Plus, we unpack the buzz around Deepika Padukone’s unexpected departure from *Kalki and how the industry is reacting behind the scenes.For teacup time, we analyze Alia Bhatt's Milan Fashion Week appearance for Gucci, and more fashion polls from the audience.

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We start with a no-spoiler review and analysis of Saiyaara, the film that’s now a Bollywood box office super hit. From its emotional storyline to that Saiyaara soundtrack title track trending all over Youtube and Spotify, this movie is making waves — but is the hype real?

Plus, in our Teacup Time: We touch on the ongoing gossip around Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s vacation photos, and ask - why is Ayan Mukerji always in the shot? PR move or just BFF energy?

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Deepika Padukone is back in the headlines, and we're unpacking fan reactions from last week's episode — teacup style. Plus, model - actor Muzammil Ibrahim drops bombshell claims about his past with Deepika, losing Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani and calls out Pooja Bhatt in a bold new interview. We also discuss Housefull 5 - is it a box office hit or flop? Manushi Chhillar reacts to casting couch rumors — and we explore how outsiders in Bollywood are often discredited. Finally, it’s Teacup Time: we reveal the results of our latest Alia Bhatt poll, plus listener questions you won’t want to miss!

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In this episode, we are back with an update between Deepika Padukone and Sandeep Reddy Vanga, exploring how PR strategy and traditional gender norms are both at play. Also, Aditya Roy Kapoor is turning heads as he promotes Anurag Basu's new "Metro..in Dino" with Sara Ali Khan.

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Cannes 2025 wasn’t just about the red carpet—it was a clash of fashion, fame, and fierce debates! From iconic looks to quiet controversies, this episode breaks down all the biggest Bollywood moments that had fans and critics spilling the tea.We cover:

• Aishwarya Rai’s bold Cannes looks: stunning, stylish, and packed with political symbolism
• Alia Bhatt's Cannes debut: Hot Chai Pod reacts to Alia using patriotism for PR
• Deepika Padukone battle with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Tripti Dimrii cast as replacement
• Rating Nitanshi Goel & Janvhi Kapoor fashion moments at Cannes 2025

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This week, we unpack Bollywood’s latest scandal that’s sparking headlines, from Babil Khan’s Instagram breakdown to Alia Bhatt dropping out of Cannes 2025. Plus we have an update from Deepika Padukone after birth of baby Dua, and a mystery blind from a Hot Chai Pod listener. Chapters: 0:00 - 1:35 Intro🫖 1:36 - 4:20 Hot Tea on Outsider Bollywood Actor 🎥 4:21 - 9:18 Babil Khan spurs nepotism debate against Ananya Pandey, Siddhant Chautervedi & more. Does gender play a part in trolling? 👶 9:19 - 11:35 Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh on privacy as new parents in the industry, and the scandal behind Bollywood news🎭 11:36 - 16:30 Alia Bhatt Cannes Drama: PR or Patriotism? 🌟 16:31 - 18:07 Nepotism drama reignites: Why Shanaya Kapoor in Guru Randhawa's music video is triggering outrage over privilege vs. talent

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In this episode of Hot Chai Pod, we're spilling the tea on the hottest Bollywood gossip! From Ibrahim Ali Khan getting trolled after Nadaaniyan - to audience reactions to Shanaya Kapoor's new thriller, we break it all down. Plus, we investigate the rumors after Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor were together on the IIFA carpet. Finally, we reveal the results of our favorite Bollywood fashion polls with fan faves Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Tara Sutaria.

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