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Punch Dialogue with Kru Siva & Tharshan Raj Basement Reels
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In this podcast, filmmaker/comedian Kru Siva and writer/producer Tharshan Raj discuss their experiences as South Asians breaking barriers in today's world. They share their personal journeys of pursuing their passions and building successful careers, despite facing cultural and societal challenges. They also delve into important taboo topics such as relationships, mental health, family, and careers, as well as some not-so-important topics. Join them weekly as they provide insights, humor, and inspiration for listeners.
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#24 - Ranjith Joseph - Directing Tamil Films on War and Identity
Today we are talking with Ranjith Joseph, a director who's worked in Canada, India and TamilEelam, focusing on stories about Tamil genocide and the struggles back home. He's worked with director Sasi (Pichaikaran, Poo), he directed Sinamkol (2019), and has a new movie releasing worldwide May 10 2024 called Oozhi.
Oozhi (A Dark Age) - A poignant portrayal of the aftermath of Tamil Genocide in TamilEelam where promises of peace crumble in enduring injustice.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cytZ3vWa7tQ
Guest IG @ranjith.joseph
Hosts @krusan.s @tharshanr @basementreels
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#23 - Johnavan - Directing Viral Tamil Music Videos
Today we are talking with Johnavan, a director who's worked with Sahi Siva, Santhosh Narayanan, and many more. He gets into how he started, working on a new music video in India, and balancing his life as a creative in Toronto.
Follow on IG @jvannthomas
Hosts @krusan.s @tharshanr @basementreels
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#22 - Pravin Mani - Composing for Blockbuster Tamil Movies, Stories with AR Rahman, and More
We talk with Pravin Mani, a music composer and singer who's worked on classic Tamil and Hindi movies along with producing his own singles. He's worked with A.R. Rahman on movies such as Endhiran, Alai Payuthey, and Slumdog Millionaire. He recently collaborated with Anirudh on a single AO KILELE. Pravin shares embarassing yet funny stories with A.R. Rahman, his time working on big Indian blockbusters, and life as an artist in Canada.
Full video versions from this episode are available on our Patreon.
Follow Pravin Mani @pravinmanimusic
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#21 - Radies Rajakulam - Street Inteviewer, Musician, Handling Backlash and Content Creation
Today we are talking with Radies, notorious for going up to strangers and asking "Smash or Pass?", "What are your dating red flags?" and "Which nationality would you not date?". He also is a Tamil independent artist with his new single Rasathi out now.
We talk about dating, backlash for his content, and thinking about content creation as a business.
Follow on IG @radies.rajakulam
Host @krusan.s @basementreels
Video versions from this episode are available on our Patreon, plus bonus content not included in this episode.
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#20 - MAKING CHANGES, STAYING POSITIVE, HOROSCOPES & FREE WILL
Making changes in life, staying happy, horoscopes and the idea of free will. Welcome to a new year of the Punch Dialogue podcast! Thank you for enjoying our first year. This episode kicks off a big 2024 for us all.
A huge lineup of guests are expected this year so please keep sharing this episode on IG and with friends, it really helps.
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#19 - Mathusan "The Tiger" Mahindas, The First Pro Tamil Canadian Boxer
Mathusan "The Tiger" Mahindas is a professional boxer currently with a 5-0 undefeated record. He is the first pro Tamil Canadian boxer, breaking barriers and paving the way in a new space for his generation. We talk about motivation, his workouts, how he got his name, and more.
Follow him and watch his next fight LIVE on IG @mathusan13
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