EP 220 - The Decline of Music & Lyrics in South Asian Cinema - Producer Shashi Ranjan

31 Mar 2025 • 44 min • EN
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Tell us what you though of the episode Producer Shashi Ranjan explores the rich legacy of music, lyrics, and poetry in South Asian cinema—once the soul of storytelling—and how their influence is gradually fading in the face of Westernization and evolving audience tastes. This episode delves into the unique narrative power of Indian musical traditions and the poetic essence that once defined the region"s films, while examining the cultural shifts reshaping global cinematic narratives. ​Shashi Ranjan is an Indian actor, director, and producer known for his contributions to the Bollywood film and television industry. He has directed and produced films such as "Dobara" (2004) and "Dhoom Dadakka" (2008). As an actor, he has appeared in movies like "Guddo" (1985) and "Prem Geet" (1981). Additionally, he played the role of Mohanlal in the 2012 film "Gali Gali Chor Hai." ​ #bollywood #bollywoodmusic #bollywood60s #bollywoodsongs #bollywoodlyrics  http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directed Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21 Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

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