Cyrus Says

What happens when an Ivy League graduate with a $200,000 degree, chooses stand-up comedy over a high-paying corporate job?In this hilarious and brutally honest episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha grills Shreyas about privilege, passion, and the absurd economics of comedy. From pretending to be broke in Bandra to having a family that owns 48 restaurants worldwide, this episode is a masterclass in contradictions.They dive into:  The reality of chasing comedy over money   Ivy League dreams vs Indian parental expectations   The myth of the “struggling artist”   Why stand-up might be the worst financial decision ever And Some Cock and Bull Questions It’s chaotic, self-aware, and packed with classic Cyrus wit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when one of India’s leading neurosurgeons sits down with Cyrus Says? You get a conversation that swings between life, death, absurd humor, and unbelievable real-life stories. Dr. Mazda Turel, brain & spine surgeon, author of Bheja Fry, and someone who has seen the full spectrum of human emotion, shares stories that are equal parts fascinating and bizarre. From patients who defy medical science to stories that sound too crazy to be true, this episode is a rare peek inside the mind of a surgeon. Expect: Wild real-life surgery stories The emotional reality of being a doctor Why humor is essential in medicine The truth about life, death, and everything in between And yes… that Pope story This episode is not just about medicine — it’s about perspective.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode, Cyrus is joined by Vinay Pathak and Rajat Kapoor, who reunite to talk about their new film ‘Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa’, a murder mystery directed by Rajat with Vinay in the lead. The conversation moves from the film’s unusual premise to their long creative bond built through theatre, films, and years of friendship. The episode also dips into their journey after Bheja Fry, old audition stories, theatre rehearsals, unreleased films, and the madness of working together over the years. Funny, nostalgic, and wildly unpredictable, this is a classic Cyrus Says conversation with two of Indian cinema’s most loved collaborators. To our new listeners, this is ‘Cyrus Says’, where old friends, great stories, and total chaos come together in the best way. And to our regular ones, Welcome back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you put two guys with too many opinions and not enough filters in a room together? You get this episode. Cyrus is joined by comedian and corporate escapee Punit Pania, and from the jump, absolutely nothing is off-limits. Mumbai's train chaos, automatic doors that'll cook you alive, India's walkability crisis, and Puneet's bold 19-trains-instead-of-20 economic theory. Then things get spicy. They dissect Samay Raina's unlikely glow-up, Ranveer Allahbadia's punchable energy, Kunal Kamra's legendary refusal to apologise, and the India-Pakistan peace talks nobody asked for but everyone has opinions about. Also featuring: a heartfelt nod to the iconic Asha Bhosle, expired protein shakes, and an OnlyFans conversation that went exactly as far as you'd expect. Punit's live in Gurugram on the 18th and Noida on the 19th go catch him before he pivots to railway ministry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says!In this episode, Cyrus sits down with Angad Bedi who is an actor, athlete, former cricketer, and son of legendary spinner Bishan Singh Bedi for a cricket-packed conversation full of stories, opinions, and nostalgia. From growing up around one of India’s sharpest cricketing minds to discussing his own cricket journey, Angad brings a perspective that’s deeply personal and refreshingly honest.The episode dives into IPL predictions, Virat Kohli’s impact, MS Dhoni’s legacy, Rishabh Pant’s comeback, T20’s influence on modern cricket, and why Test cricket still matters. If you love cricket talk with strong takes, humor, and genuine passion for the game, this one’s for you.To our new listeners, this is ‘Cyrus Says’, where every conversation can go from sharp analysis to total chaos in seconds.And to our regular ones, Welcome Back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says!In this episode, Cyrus chats with actor Riddhi Dogra about a journey she never really planned for. She came to Mumbai for freedom, studies, and a career in media, that means everything but not acting. But she ended up building a successful path across television, reality shows, OTT, and films. From Zoom TV and early acting breaks to ‘The 50’, ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’, ‘Asur’, and ‘Jawan’, Riddhi reflects on the many turns her career has taken.Into this conversation, she also adds stories from Mumbai, reality-show madness, and working with Shah Rukh Khan.So, this is a classic Cyrus-style detour and an episode that’s funny, honest, and all over the place in the best way.To our new listeners, this is ‘Cyrus Says’, where the conversations are candid, chaotic, and always full of surprises.And to our regular ones, welcome back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode of Cyrus Says Cock & Bull, Cyrus hangs out with comedian, writer, and improviser Shantanu Anam… and things spiral almost immediately. They jump from Shantanu’s upcoming zombie comedy film Indian Institute of Zombies to completely unfiltered takes on IPL, Bollywood, Ramayan adaptations, internet outrage, and why nothing in India can ever stay calm (or short). Somewhere in between, there’s cricket nostalgia, stand-up stories, political tangents, and debates that probably shouldn’t have happened on camera… but did anyway. It’s chaotic, opinionated, slightly unhinged, and makes zero effort to stay on track, exactly how Cock & Bull should be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode Cyrus is joined by Aayush Sharma. He opens up like never before, about coming to Mumbai with zero acting background, surviving on limited money, getting rejected, chasing auditions, and holding on to the dream of becoming an actor. From his father’s brutally honest reality checks to his love story with Arpita Khan and the generous support he found from Salman Khan, this episode is funny, emotional but full of real struggle, self-belief, and filmi twists. To our new audience, this is Cyrus Says, where the stories are personal, the laughs are constant, and the chaos is always part of the charm. And to our regular ones, Welcome back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can a stand-up joke actually get you death threats? Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode, Cyrus Broacha hangs out with Rahul Subramanian and what starts as a conversation about his stand-up special quickly spirals into absolute chaos. They jump from Rahul’s journey from engineering and TCS to comedy, the madness behind his special “Who Are You”, and the bizarre (and slightly scary) story of DJs getting offended enough to send threats. Along the way, expect detours into corporate life, Liverpool fandom, comedy writing, marriage jokes, and the kind of nonsense that makes zero sense but is somehow hilarious. It’s chaotic, self-aware, and completely unserious, exactly how it should be. This episode covers: Rahul Subramanian’s stand-up journey “Who Are You” special & behind-the-scenes The viral DJ controversy & threats Corporate life vs comedy Liverpool, travel & random life stories Peak Cyrus-level chaos If you’re looking for structure, t

Abbas Momin is back, and Cyrus wastes absolutely no time, fat shaming him within the first 40 seconds. Classic. It's also Abbas's 38th birthday, which he's celebrating the way all single men approaching 40 do: a movie with two friends and zero romance prospects. We're basically his therapy session at this point. This week we tackle the big stuff, RCB selling for ₹16,000 crore (Vijay Mallya is somewhere crying into his beer), a Pune eatery taking on world peace one LPG surcharge at a time, and Dhurandar 2, which Abbas sat through for four hours and lived to regret. Ranveer Singh is shirtless. Sanjay Dutt points at his crotch. You've been warned. Also on the menu: 46,000 mangrove trees, Mohamed Salah's Liverpool farewell, a Statue of Liberty in Jalandhar wearing a saree, and Abbas accidentally revealing his Grindr situation on a podcast that his family definitely watches. Happy birthday, Abbas. This is the worst gift we could give you. You're welcome.#CyrusSays #CockAndBull #CyrusBroacha #AbbasMonin #IndianPodc

Is modern war basically a video game now?  Welcome to Cyrus Says! Cyrus hangs out with Dr. Sanket Kulkarni and quickly dives into drones, geopolitics, and the chaos of modern warfare. From Iran vs Israel to spy agencies and India’s global position, this one covers a lot and then some. It’s sharp, slightly confusing, and very real, with just enough humour to survive the topic. This episode covers: Drone warfare & modern combat Iran, Israel & global tensions Spy stories & intelligence agencies India’s role in world politics Random Cyrus chaos If you want clean answers, this isn’t it.If you enjoy chaotic conversations about serious topics welcome home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode, Cyrus Broacha hangs out with actor, producer, and pro Panja evangelist Parvin Dabbas… and what starts as a normal conversation quickly turns into a deep dive into Bollywood chaos, sports leagues, and the strange art of surviving the entertainment industry. They jump from Parvin’s acting journey and behind-the-scenes Bollywood stories to building the Pro Panja League, the business of sports in India, and why panja might just be cooler than cricket (controversial, we know). Along the way, expect detours into fitness, discipline, industry struggles, and the kind of practical wisdom that only comes from doing everything yourself. It’s insightful, funny, slightly chaotic, and occasionally feels like a TED Talk that forgot to stay serious. This episode covers: Parvin Dabbas’ Bollywood journey & acting career The rise of Pro Panja League & Indian sports business Behind-the-scenes film industry stories Fitness, discipline & ment

What happens when Cyrus Broacha sits down with Shamik Chakrabarti? Zero structure. Maximum chaos. In this episode of Cock & Bull, things spiral (fast) from stand-up comedy to Bollywood propaganda, box office logic, internet algorithms, and everything in between. One minute it’s comedy insights, the next it’s cricket, politics, or a completely random tangent that somehow still makes sense. Expect: Brutally honest takes on Bollywood & pop culture The reality of stand-up comedy & writing Social media, algorithms & why we’re all slightly doomed  Generational quirks like the infamous “millennial pause” And classic Cyrus-style chaos that refuses to stay on topic Also featuring Shamik’s stand-up special “Despite Appearances” a story-driven set told across 7 chapters, blending personal stories with sharp observational humour. If you like conversations that feel like a funny group chat come to life, you’re in the right place.’

In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus is joined by producer, writer and showrunner Adi Shankar for a conversation that goes from Kolkata to Hollywood, anime, identity, accents, and the future of animation. Adi talks about growing up across countries, how constantly moving shaped the way he sees people and storytelling, and how he went from a credit card job to building a career in film and animation. He also gets into why anime for adults felt like a missing space in the West, how he spotted that gap early, and what it took to help push that format forward. The conversation also dives into Devil May Cry, adapting video game worlds into their own screen universes, and how he thinks about storytelling in a time when everyone’s attention span is fighting for survival. It’s funny, chaotic and full of unexpected detours, which is exactly how Cyrus Says works. And to our regular listeners, welcome back home!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode, Cyrus is joined by Swanand Kirkire - writer, lyricist, singer, actor, National Award winner, and basically one of those people who seem to be good at everything. They talk about his journey from Indore to NSD to Mumbai, the early struggle years, writing for film and theatre, working with people like Sudhir Mishra, Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Rajkumar Hirani, and how singing happened almost by accident. There’s also a lot on acting, getting typecast as the father, his new OTT show Band Wale, and the strange, funny, unpredictable route his career has taken over the years. And yes, Swanand also sings live in the episode, which is reason enough to watch. It’s warm, funny, slightly chaotic, and full of stories you’ll want to stay for. If you enjoy hearing creative people talk about the long road behind the work, this one’s for you. And to our regular listeners, welcome back home!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! This Cock & Bull episode turns into a full-blown father vs son situation as Mikhaail Broacha joins Cyrus and immediately starts challenging him on everything. There’s gym arguments, random tech unboxing, unsolicited life advice, and just enough roasting to make this feel less like a podcast and more like something that should’ve stayed at home. Cyrus tries to stay in control.That doesn’t last very long!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode, Cyrus is joined by Anupam Kher and debut actor Shubhangi Dutt to talk about ‘Tanvi The Great', a film directed by Anupam Kher and inspired by his real-life niece, Tanvi, who is autistic. They talk about how Shubhangi was discovered for the lead role, how she prepared for the part, and why this story means so much to Anupam Kher. The conversation also gets into the response the film has received from audiences, students, families, and even names like the President of India and Robert De Niro. Anupam also shares how Boman Irani and Jackie Shroff joined the film purely for the love of the story and didn’t charge a penny for it. It’s a warm, funny, and heartfelt conversation about filmmaking, hope, and telling stories that truly connect. And to our regular listeners, welcome back home!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says!In this episode, Cyrus is joined by Jonty Rhodes and Dr. Marcus Ranney for a lively chat about fitness, aging well, recovery, stress, and building healthy habits that actually last.They talk about staying active as life changes, the link between body and mind, why community matters in fitness, and how small daily choices can make a big difference over time. Along the way, Cyrus does what he does best and turns the conversation into something far more chaotic, funny, and unpredictable than planned.They’re also here to introduce their brand new show, Jonty and the Doc, streaming on the IVM Podcasts YouTube channel, with new episodes every Thursday.If you’ve been thinking about health, fitness, or just how to feel better as you get older, this one’s for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode of Cyrus Says Cock & Bull, Cyrus Broacha is joined by Karan Mirchandani and Shreemi Verma, the hosts of Cine5, and the conversation goes completely off track almost immediately. What starts with Mumbai cab prices and the pain of getting across the city quickly turns into a full-blown spiral through Bollywood, cricket, AI, actors, awkward sets, strange industry stories, and some truly questionable detours. If you’re looking for structure, discipline, or clean transitions, this is not that episode.If you enjoy film talk, random opinions, and conversations that keep getting worse in the funniest way possible, you’re in the right place. And to our regular listeners, welcome back home!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha sits down with Devraj Sanyal - Chairman & CEO  India and South Asia, Universal Music Group and one of the most influential figures in the global music industry. But before running one of the biggest music companies in the world, Devraj was the frontman of the legendary Indian heavy metal band Brahma that dominated the Indian rock scene in the 90s. Devraj shares the fascinating journey from performing live gigs and selling 77,000 cassette albums in the 90s to shaping the careers of some of the biggest artists in India and globally. They discuss: • The early days of Indian rock bands like Parikrama & Pentagram• How artists actually make money today through streaming• Why India still struggles to pay for music• The future of Bollywood music and independent artists• Universal Music’s role in building artists like AP Dhillon, Badshah and Anuv Jain• The rise of live concerts and global touring• Why mental wellnes