Sooraj Barjatya on ‘Manpasand Ki Shaadi’, Salman Khan & the Future of Indian Cinema | Ep. 89

Manpasand Ki Shaadi’ is about finding your life partner with your family by your side—parents are as involved in choosing as you are. And once the couple says ‘yes,’ families walk the journey forward together. It’s a third contemporary route.

Manpasand Ki Shaadi premieres on August 11, 2025, airing every Monday to Friday at 10 PM, only on COLORS.

Sooraj R. Barjatya, the legendary filmmaker and chairman of Rajshri Productions, joins us for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation that spans decades of Indian cinema, culture, family, and spirituality. Known for creating timeless films like Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Hum Saath Saath Hain, and Vivah, Barjatya has shaped the emotional landscape of Indian families for generations. In this exclusive podcast, he opens up about his creative journey, the evolving world of entertainment, and the deep-rooted values that continue to guide his storytelling.

From his early days working with Salman Khan to the emotional stories behind iconic characters like Prem and Poonam, Sooraj ji shares the essence of why simplicity, tradition, and emotional honesty resonate so deeply with Indian audiences. He discusses how television and OTT platforms have become spaces to revive and celebrate family narratives, and how the new show Manpasand Ki Shaadi brings forward a fresh yet rooted voice in today’s fast-changing media landscape.

Beyond cinema, Sooraj ji delves into his spiritual practices, love for Hindi literature, and how reading the Bhagavat Purana and meditating helps him reconnect with his creative core. He reflects on the changing fabric of Indian society, the fading presence of joint families, and why creating films that reflect hope, love, and responsibility has become his mission.

Whether it’s discussing viral memes from Vivah, the role of the Jain community in preserving inner values, or his thoughts on the future of content, this conversation is filled with warmth, wisdom, and a quiet power. Sooraj R. Barjatya reminds us why family-centric storytelling will always have a place in Indian hearts.

If you’ve ever loved a Rajshri film or found comfort in a simple story told with heart, this episode is for you.


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