Fursat Ke Raat Din: A Place Where Time Slows Down

A Cup of Chai and A Story to Unfold

Night is the only part of the day that feels like it’s mine alone. When the house is quiet, the kids are asleep (finally!), and all you want is a cup of chai, a blanket, and someone to talk to… or rather, someone to listen to. 

That’s how it began—me, a quiet room, and Fursat Ke Raat Din, with RJ Nikhil narrating like he was born to make the night feel cinematic.

The Vibe

This isn’t a podcast that shouts for your attention. It whispers. It is slow, thoughtful, and gently emotional. It’s like sitting with a cousin who grew up watching Chitrahaar religiously and wants to take you along—slowly, lovingly, one story at a time.

What I love about the podcast

The best part of the podcast is that RJ Nikhil gives each word its moment. I really enjoy that pace. It feels like he’s sitting right next to you, chatting about those films from a bygone era, taking you back to those Sunday afternoons when Doordarshan was the highlight of the week, and the films, though black-and-white, were full of all the colors you needed. It’s less of a trivia session and more of a time travel.

Who should listen to Fursat Ke Raat Din?

This one’s for the old souls; the ones who miss the era when love stories had long letters, not long texts; when old films weren’t just watched, they were felt. If your idea of heaven includes a rainy evening, old Bollywood songs, and no interruptions, this podcast will feel like it was made just for you. It’s not just about movies—it’s about the memories we made while watching them.

My Favourite Episode: Unmasking Mogambo

One of the most memorable episodes of Fursat Ke Raat Din for me is the one where RJ Nikhil shares his thoughts on Amrish Puri (Unmasking Mogambo: The Amrish Puri Story). He starts with that classic line, “No one is indispensable,” but goes on to say how that rule just doesn’t apply to someone like him. Nikhil’s words remind us of a truth we all feel about Amrish Puri ji —some people truly are irreplaceable.

Whether as Mogambo or Bauji, he had authority written all over him. Even years after he’s gone, that thunderous baritone and those piercing eyes still haunt our minds. Who needed background score? He was the soundtrack.

But what really made me smile was a funny fact. Amrish Puri ji once believed that drinking the milk of a white cow would make him fair! Instead, he just put on weight and got teased in school. Imagine the villain of every 90s movie, being laughed at in class!

And guess what? Before he became the iconic Mogambo, he was part of the radio world too — as a voice on Hawa Mahal! Turns out, his voice had its own fan following even before the movies did.

This episode felt like a beautiful reminder that life doesn’t always follow a straight line. Sometimes it takes you through unexpected turns, just to prepare you for where you truly belong.

When You Need to Slow Down

The next time you feel like everything is moving too fast, pause for a while. When you’re done watching thrillers and need something soft and sweet, turn on Fursat Ke Raat Din.

It’s like a quiet chat about old films and songs. And if your kids ask what you’re listening to, just say, “It’s something beautiful from the past.”

Because Some Stories Are Worth Handing Down

My kids may be surrounded by reels and remixes, but I love that they’ve already picked up on some of the old-world charm we grew up with. Of lyrics that made us cry and films that lived in our hearts. Maybe, years from now, they’ll listen to this podcast and think, “So this is what Mom used to escape into.”

What’s your go-to comfort podcast or movie when you need to slow down? Share your favourites in the comments. I’d love to hear from you!

Signing off before the chai gets cold,

Harleen