Episode 101: Baazi

“Can anyone douse the fire of truth?” We make a return to the world of Bollywood action cinema to review BAAZI (1995), a film that could, most politely be described as, being ‘inspired’ by Die Hard. Not to mention borrowing scenes from half-a-dozen other action films.  Our guest on this show is Asim Burney from the Khandaan podcast. We try and pin down just how many films Baazi ripped off, the career of its star Aamir Khan, and an exploding helicopter that may be one of the most embarrassing ever committed to film.  Show notes Baazi (1995) Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Cast: Aamir Khan, Mamta Kulkarni, Paresh Rawal Plot: A tough police officer wages a one-man war against terrorists and a corrupt politician who have planned to assassinate a top government official. Episode 101.