IVM Pop : The Entertainment Hub of IVM Podcasts
Hosted by Antariksh Takkar
A Bollywood debate show where two hosts and occasional guests passionately rank and dissect nostalgic film topics, from iconic side characters to 90s on-screen chemistry.
This is a roundtable discussion show where hosts Karan Mirchandani and Shreemi Verma debate specific, often nostalgic, aspects of Bollywood cinema. Using a recurring 'Top 5' list format, they build episodes around themes like 'side characters better than the main character' or an actor's best on-screen pairings. The conversation is unscripted, chaotic, and filled with friendly, passionate arguments rather than formal film analysis.
“Unlike typical movie review shows, Cine5 ignores new releases to focus on highly specific, nostalgic Bollywood topics. Its signature is the 'Top 5' list format, which pits the two hosts' differing opinions against each other, creating a chaotic and entertaining debate rather than a straightforward critique.”
Who hosts this show
Cine5 is a conversational show from IVM Podcasts hosted by Shreemi Verma and Karan Mirchandani. Shreemi Verma is a creative producer, scriptwriter, and pop culture commentator who previously worked as a lawyer and writer for publications like Miss Malini. Karan Mirchandani is a fellow podcast host who previously co-hosted "Bad & Bollywood." Together, they host chaotic, debate-filled episodes that feel like a fun argument between friends, using a "Top 5" list format to explore niche Bollywood themes.
Credentials & credits
- Shreemi Verma: Creative Producer & Scriptwriter
- Shreemi Verma: Former Lawyer
- Shreemi Verma: Former writer for Miss Malini
- Shreemi Verma: Worked on Koffee with Karan Season 7
- Karan Mirchandani: Podcast Host ('Bad & Bollywood')
Other ventures
- IVM Podcasts
- Bad & Bollywood (Karan's former podcast)
- Has It Aged Well (Shreemi's guest appearance)
- Cyrus Says (Guest appearances)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- India
- Region
- india
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02
- 03
- 04The Sweetest Bollywood Love Story | Monsoon Wedding | Cine5Jun 28, 2026 · 43s
- 05
- 06
- 07
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01Cine5 x Popcorn Hour: Ranking Bollywood's Most Memorable Side Characters
A crossover episode that perfectly exemplifies the show's collaborative, chaotic, and debate-driven format, featuring guests from another popular Bollywood podcast.
- 02Kareena's Most Unexpected Pairing
This clip showcases the show's penchant for bold, controversial opinions on iconic Bollywood topics, sparking debate about on-screen chemistry.
- 03Johnny Lever Deserved Better Roles
Highlights the show's analytical side, moving beyond simple rankings to dissect how a legendary comedic actor was utilized (and underutilized) by the film industry.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is not an interview show. The format is a co-hosted debate and discussion show. Each episode is structured around a specific Bollywood topic, with hosts Karan Mirchandani and Shreemi Verma preparing their own 'Top 5' lists to argue and compare. The energy is conversational, chaotic, and often features guests who join in the debate.
Cine5 is a co-hosted conversational show, not an interview program. The format is explicitly built on the hosts, Karan and Shreemi, having different 'Top 5' lists and debating their picks. Episodes are informal and often feature guests from other pop culture podcasts for crossover discussions.
Signature segments
- · Top 5 Lists
- · Crossover episodes with other podcasts
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically other podcast hosts or creators from the Indian pop culture scene, such as Shantanu Anam and Akanksha Pandey from 'The Popcorn Hour' podcast. They are brought on for collaborative, free-wheeling discussions rather than structured interviews.
- Akanksha Pandeyon Cine5 x Popcorn Hour: Ranking Bollywood's Most Memorable Side Characters
- Shantanu Anamon Cine5 x Popcorn Hour: Ranking Bollywood's Most Memorable Side Characters
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is part of the IVM Podcasts network and features cross-promotions for other podcasts on the network, such as 'Cyrus Says'.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Cine5?
- The show is hosted by Shreemi Verma and Karan Mirchandani.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a conversational show where the hosts debate and rank Bollywood topics, often using a 'Top 5' list format. It is not a guest interview show.
- Is Cine5 a standalone podcast?
- Cine5 is a video series produced by IVM Podcasts and published on their 'IVM Pop' YouTube channel.
- Where can I watch Cine5?
- You can watch all episodes on the IVM Pop YouTube channel.
- What kind of topics do they discuss?
- They discuss nostalgic and niche Bollywood topics, such as the most memorable side characters, underrated actors, on-screen pairings, and specific film genres.
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- [01]IVM Pop : The Entertainment Hub of IVM Podcasts - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [02]Cine5 x Popcorn Hour: Ranking Bollywood's Most Memorable Side Charactersyoutube.com
- [03]What Really Happened Between Shahid & Priyanka? | Ft. Shreemi Verma - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [04]Biwi no. 1 ft. Shreemi Verma–IVM Pop - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [05]Bad & Bollywood (podcast) - Karan Mirchandani - Listen Noteslistennotes.com
- [06]Shreemi Verma's Podcast Credits & Interviews - Podchaserpodchaser.com
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