Bollywood Ignored Me: Suresh Menon on Phir Hera Pheri, Mimicry, KJo & Quitting Films | UT EP103

Join us for the 105th episode of Digital Commentary’s Unfolding Talents Podcast featuring the legendary mimicry artist, comedian, and actor Suresh Menon. In this unfiltered and laughter-filled conversation, Suresh reflects on how stand-up comedy has begun to overshadow mimicry, and shares his thoughts on the shifting comedy landscape in India. He takes us behind the scenes of iconic films like Phir Hera Pheri, Deewane Huye Paagal, and Ra.One, revealing unheard stories—like how Rajnikanth’s character in Ra.One was played by a body double. Suresh also opens up about his emotional connection with Johnny Lever, who once prayed for his father’s recovery, and revisits the time Karan Johar got offended by a mimicry act he did on The Great Indian Comedy Show. He recreates iconic voices—Sachin Tendulkar, Ishant Sharma, Amol Palekar, Sanjeev Kumar, and more—sharing the hilarious stories behind each impersonation. From playing a Malayali Sardar in Badhai Ho Badhai to celebrating Kader Khan’s brilliance, this episode is a goldmine of Bollywood trivia, emotion, and comic genius. Suresh also reflects on his father’s philosophy about life and death, his early radio days, and the Red FM call that changed everything. He praises Red Chillies VFX for being ahead of its time, and ends with an honest take on why he chose to step away from Bollywood. This episode is packed with storytelling, nostalgia, and mimicry magic — a must-watch for comedy lovers, cinephiles, and fans of Indian pop culture.

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Chapters:
00:00 – Precap
01:59 – Intro & Dark Comedy Talk
03:37 – Stand-up Comedy Is Overshadowing Mimicry
05:02 – Suresh’s Funniest Mimicry + Backstory
09:27 – Funniest Scenes from Phir Hera Pheri
12:06 – BTS of Deewane Huye Paagal
14:58 – Dad’s Take on Life & Death
23:37 – Red FM Call That Changed My Life
26:59 – Mimicking Red FM Characters | Pure Nostalgia
30:22 – When KJo Took Offense to My Act
31:53 – Rajnikanth’s Body Double in Ra.One?
34:27 – Red Chillies VFX Was Ahead of Time
36:01 – Malayali Sardar in Badhai Ho Badhai
37:48 – Kader Khan: Writer & Gentleman
40:41 – Eating Rasam on Banana Leaf
42:45 – Vada Pav Love | Mumbaikar Vibes
43:57 – Why I Quit Bollywood
49:48 – Outro

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