Four Malayalam standup comic friends, John Joe, Mahadevan A R, Aneez M Latheef and Deepak Mohan along with their Manager friend - Rinshad Kuruniyan are on a mission to popularize standup comedy in Kerala.
Rinshad Kuruniyan and John Joe are here with some 'alleged facts' dated till 22nd July 2026 regarding the ongoing CJP Protest calling for the resignation of India's Education Minister - Dharmendra PradhanGive it a listen and let us know your thoughts in the comments! #cjpprotest #neetissue #cockroachjantaparty #malayalampodcast #dharmendrapradhan #genzprotest
So... about that promise of regular uploads. 😅 The gang couldn't keep it either! After another short break, Rinshad Kuruniyan and John Joe are back for a classic two-man WIT Talks episode where the conversation goes absolutely everywhere. The episode kicks off with their love for football and the FIFA World Cup 2026. As a lifelong Messi fan, Rinshad dreams of an Argentina vs France final, but confidently predicts a French victory in the semifinal... a prediction that aged like milk while he was editing this very episode. 😭 Spain had other plans! The duo discusses Messi's legacy, the…
After a short break, Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Mahadevan A R are back behind the microphones as WIT Talks enters Season 3! 🚀The original plan for Season 2 was to bring in a long list of guests, but life had other plans. Between organizing and performing standup comedy shows across cities, growing the live comedy scene, and juggling their own careers, the season took a different route. Aneez M Latheef is currently in Bengaluru performing his standup show, while Deepak Mohan is busy surviving the corporate jungle there as usual. 😄In this episode, the gang catches up on everything that…
This episode is a dream come true for the WIT gang! Rinshad Kuruniyan, Aneez M Latheef, and John Joe welcome one of their favorite filmmakers —Abrid Shine, the mind behind iconic Malayalam films like 1983, Action Hero Biju, Poomaram, Kung Fu Master, Mahaveeryar and now - SPA. Originally planned as a conversation to promote his latest theatrical release - SPA, the episode quickly turns into a full-on fanboy moment as the hosts bombard Abrid Shine with questions about the films that inspired them the most. Time flies as they dive into his filmmaking philosophy, his knack for thinking outside…
In this episode - Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Mahadevan A R attempt something new - talking about current affairs. The only problem? The episode is coming out a couple of weeks later! 😅 Hence the perfectly fitting title: "ചൂടാറിയ വാർത്തകൾ". With their trademark honesty, the trio admit they’re simply trying to keep the podcast alive and interesting by diving into the news cycle - even if the news has already cooled down a bit. What follows is a laid-back and hilarious conversation where they pick apart a few stories, add their own perspectives, and inevitably drift into comedy territory.…
In this episode, Rinshad Kuruniyan, Deepak Mohan, and Mahadevan A R sit down to unpack one of the most layered topics yet — Confidence & Insecurities . Deepak walks in fully prepared with a theory from Sigmund Freud (and tries to information-dump it before he forgets it 😂). The trio break down Freud’s ideas and connect them to their own psychology on stage — what confidence really feels like when the spotlight hits and how insecurity quietly creeps in. The conversation then shifts to Mahadevan’s recent crowd work success , as he’s carving out a niche and steadily building a reputation as one…
Deepak Mohan is BACK! 💥 After missing a few weeks into Season 2, Deepak joins John Joe and Rinshad Kuruniyan and the gang wastes no time diving straight into why he disappeared. Turns out corporate life is a pressure cooker — Deepak’s gunning for a promotion while his boss is doing the same, and the stress is flowing down the ladder. He’s here to vent… and we’re here for it. 😅 Then comes some big news — John Joe just acted in a national ad for TATA Punch EV alongside popular Kerala creator Arjyou! 🚗⚡ Rinshad proudly points out that he too sneaked into a couple of shots, making it two WIT…
For the first time ever, WIT Talks steps into the political arena! Hosts Mahadevan A R, John Joe, and Aneez M Latheef sit down with Shibu Baby John - currently the State Secretary of the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), Kerala.Shibu Baby John is a prominent political figure in Kerala and the son of veteran leader Baby John. A former MLA and Labour Minister of Kerala, he has balanced both politics and business, and even stepped into cinema as the producer of Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by the acclaimed Lijo Jose Pellissery and starring Mohanlal - one of Malayalam cinema’s biggest…
Men’s Commission, Mob Mentality & Modern Society In this free-flowing, 90-minute blink-and-you-miss-it episode of WIT Talks , Aneez M Latheef , Rinshad Kuruniyan , and John Joe sit down to unpack a topic that’s been all over the news — the demand for a Men’s Commission . With no scripts and zero filters, the trio freestyles their opinions, examining the issue from multiple angles while questioning who represents whom, whether the judiciary is unfair to men or women, and if there are systemic practices coded against either side. The conversation naturally expands into the role of social media…
In this mind-bending episode of WIT Talks, Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Aneez M Latheef welcome the brilliant Indian Mentalist Nipin Niravath — and for the first time ever, the podcast opens with live mentalism tricks that leave the hosts absolutely stunned! 🤯 Once the jaws are picked up from the floor, the conversation flows into the fascinating world of mentalism — what it really is, how it’s different from magic, whether it’s all clever tricks or something more, and who the famous mentalists are that shaped the art. Nipin breaks down the craft behind building a mentalism show, the…
In this episode of WIT Talks, we sit down with director Nadirshah and actor-writer Vishnu Unnikrishnan for a candid, funny, and insightful conversation ahead of their upcoming Malayalam movie Magic Mushroom. From mimicry stages and child-artist beginnings to writing blockbuster comedies and directing big films — this episode dives deep into: - The evolution of comedy in Malayalam cinema - Writing vs acting — which hurts more? - Pressure after success and fear of failure- Censorship, audience sensitivity & today’s comment-section culture With plenty of laughs, honest moments, and…
In this inspiring and free-flowing episode of WIT Talks, Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Aneez M Latheef host the multi-faceted Abhilash Pillai — writer, actor, and producer — for what turns out to be a no-filters masterclass on surviving and thriving in the Malayalam film industry. Abhilash opens up about a deeply cinematic life journey driven by passion from a young age, delayed by responsibility as he first secured his family’s financial stability, and finally powered by unwavering family support when he chose cinema. After a decade of struggles, he breaks down his writing process, the…
Season 2 Begins with a Bang!After a well-earned break, WIT Talks is back — and we’re kicking off Season 2 with the most-requested collab ever 🔥 featuring the OG Malayalam podcast gang from Trivandrum, OldSkool Boyz! With 400+ episodes under their belt, OSB sits down with Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Deepak Mohan to swap stories, compare journeys, and realize that both teams pretty much freestyle everything 😄Before the mics turned on, things got heated on the cricket field with a friendly (not-so-friendly) match at a friend’s turf — mixed teams, competitive spirit, and chaos (video coming…
🎉 EPISODE 101 – WIT TALKS LIVE | The Audience Takes Over! 🎙️We did it again — but this time, bigger, louder, and hilariously unfiltered! Our 3rd WIT Talks Live Show celebrates the 101st episode of your favorite Malayalam comedy talk show, and this time, the real stars were YOU — our fans! ❤️What was supposed to be a one-hour show turned into a 2.5-hour chaos-fest of laughter, debates, and pure connection. From relationship fights caused by WIT Talks 😅 to students confessing they listen during exams 📚 and fans calling us out for being too chill, this show had everything — part standup, part…
It’s the 100th episode of WIT Talks! 💯 The gang — Rinshad Kuruniyan, Aneez M Latheef, Deepak Mohan, and John Joe — sit down to celebrate this milestone the only way they know how: with unfiltered laughter, wild stories, and a topic that’s close to (most of) their hearts — PETS! 🐶🐱 From adorable beginnings to rabid detours (literally), the episode is a riot of personal pet stories, hilarious confessions, and pure WIT-style madness. Deepak shares his pet tales, Rinshad opens up about his tragic four-day pet-cat experience with Sathru, John Joe brags about his zoo-worthy pet history (especially…
In Episode 99, WIT Talks once again proves that John Joe has friends in every imaginable circle 😂 — this time, he brings in his friend from the business world, Manoj, a serial entrepreneur with an unshakable passion for building brands and creating value for society. Joining him are the usual suspects — Rinshad Kuruniyan, Deepak Mohan, and Aneez M Latheef — and together they deliver an episode that’s equal parts insightful, bold, and downright hilarious!Manoj is here to introduce his latest venture — SlipMe, a lubricant brand that’s been in development for nearly a decade. Priced at just ₹25…
In Episode 98, WIT Talks welcomes not one but two amazing guests — our returning favourite Hakim Shajahan and, for the first time ever, an actress on the show — Nikhila Vimal!🎬 The duo join hosts John Joe, Deepak Mohan, and Aneez M Latheef to talk (and laugh) about their upcoming movie Pennu Case (2025), releasing in theatres this November.This episode is a riot of fun, honesty, and reflection — with Nikhila’s charming mix of innocence and boldness lighting up the conversation. The team opens up about a shared struggle — cyberbullying and online trolling. Having faced it themselves through…
In Episode 97, Rinshad Kuruniyan, Deepak Mohan, Aneez M Latheef, and John Joe sit down to figure out what to even talk about — and end up diving into life updates, chaos, and comedy as always! 😄 Rinshad shares how he’s finally setting some boundaries with visitors at home, Deepak opens up about his evolving standup journey, Aneez talks about his dream to live life completely on his own terms, and John gives us a glimpse into his new life in Kochi with his wife now moving there for work. From there, the talk hilariously drifts into the Kerala Onam Bumper 2025 lottery — with John revealing…
In Episode 96, John Joe, Deepak Mohan, and Aneez M Latheef — with Rinshad Kuruniyan working his magic behind the camera — welcome the director of the blockbuster multilingual film Balti (2025), Unni Sivalingam, and actor Shiva Hariharan! Shiva becomes the first-ever guest to make a comeback on WIT Talks, and being John’s classmate from ActLab (and now a successful actor while John’s still chasing film offers 😜), the group doesn’t miss a chance to roast him. Unni and Shiva take us through their inspiring journey — from making short films together to creating Balti, their deep friendship,…
In Episode 95, Rinshad Kuruniyan, Deepak Mohan, Aneez M Latheef, and John Joe kick things off with a fun karaoke session before deciding the day’s topic through a game of Rock-Paper-Scissors. Deepak wins but passes the choice to John, who picks the much-requested sequel — IIT Stories Part 2! Deepak and Rinshad share hilarious and nostalgic tales from their IIT Madras days in the early 2010s, giving the group (and audience) a peek into campus life. As always, the conversation goes delightfully off-track into the world of Telugu cinema before circling back. The episode wraps up with more…
In Episode 94, Aneez M Latheef, Deepak Mohan, Mahadevan A R, and John Joe dive into the hilarious contrasts between life in your 20s and 30s — basically, a Gen Z vs Millennial face-off! With Mahadevan soaking in wisdom about what’s to come and the others sharing funny, relatable stories of when age really started to show, the group reflects on maturity, shifting family roles, and the quirks of growing older. The episode kicks off with some playful roasting of Rinshad, who’s missing from the chat. #wittalks #witcrew #genz #millenials #malayalampodcast #comedypodcast #funpodcast #millennials…
In this episode, Deepak Mohan gets real about his 5-year-long therapy journey – the ups, the downs, the rejections that led him there, and even a suspicious psychiatrist who the gang hilariously suspects might have been a drug peddler. 😅 Joining him are Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, and Aneez M Latheef who bring in their trademark banter and counterpoints. Deepak, the group’s only therapy advocate (especially for men!), shares how he finally found the right therapist after failed attempts, while Rinshad stresses on how tough it can be if you land with the wrong one. Aneez and John joke that…
Rinshad Kuruniyan, Deepak Mohan, and Aneez M Latheef sit down for a candid conversation on a topic most men shy away from – Male Insecurities. From financial struggles to physical appearance, emotional vulnerability to sexual insecurities – nothing is off the table.What begins as a serious heart-to-heart soon spirals into laughter when the gang dives into the sexual insecurities part, leading to one of the funniest tangents yet… including the outrageous idea of putting Deepak Mohan up for sale! 😅A raw, relatable, and ridiculously funny ride that every listener will connect with in some way…
Rinshad Kuruniyan, John Joe, Aneez M Latheef, and Deepak Mohan sit down to break down the Onam 2025 movie releases – Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, Hridayapoorvam, Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira, and Meine Pyar Kiya.As always, the gang gets hilariously sidetracked in the beginning – from Rinshad’s life changing after his roommate moves out to John Joe’s big shift as his wife finally comes back from Madurai. But soon, Aneez (the only one who actually watched all the films 😅) takes charge.According to him:- Lokah starring Kalyani Priyadarshan & Naslen is the clear winner.- Hridayapoorvam with Mohanlal…
Episode 90 takes you deep into the world of startups and entrepreneurship with an extra pinch of humor! Rinshad Kuruniyan and Aneez M Latheef put Deepak Mohan—our IIM Ahmedabad graduate and ex-founder—on the hot seat as they quiz him on everything from whether business is really for everyone to the harsh truths of startup life. - Deepak shares his journey of choosing entrepreneurship over a job during his MBA days, inspired by the legendary Prof. Sunil Handa. He opens up about building an AI startup with his IIT Madras batchmates long before AI became a buzzword, the highs and lows of…
🎬 In Episode 89, Deepak Mohan, Aneez M Latheef, and John Joe are joined by director Jenuse Mohamed, known for 100 Days of Love (2015) starring Dulquer Salmaan and Nithya Menen, and 9 (2019) starring Prithviraj, Mamtha Mohandas, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Prakash Raj. Son of legendary filmmaker Kamal, Jenuse takes us through his fascinating journey in cinema—his unique style of storytelling, the philosophy that shapes his films, and how growing up watching his father’s highs and lows taught him the art of detachment once a movie is released. He opens up about his inspirations, the grind of hustlers in…
In episode 88, John Joe, Aneez M Latheef, and Deepak Mohan are joined by Jassim Hashim from the popular social media duo Chooral for a candid and entertaining conversation. From his early days creating Dubsmash videos to becoming a sensation on Instagram Reels and making his way to the silver screen, Jassim opens up about the creative journey that shaped his career. He shares insights into the dynamic rapport with his cousin and co-creator Shameer Khan, shedding light on their behind-the-scenes chemistry and creative process. The discussion also touches on Shameer’s aspirations, giving a…
In this much-awaited episode of WIT Talks, Deepak Mohan and Rinshad Kuruniyan, both alumni of IIT Madras, finally address the most asked question by our audience — "How to get into IIT?" 🇮🇳🎯 Joining them are fellow WIT members Aneez M Latheef and John Joe, who add their unique takes, laughs, and insights to the episode. Deepak and Rinshad take you through: 📘 Their journey from school to IIT admission 📚 Coaching class chaos, time management & personal strategies 📝 How to master the OMR game and beat the stress 💡 Realistic tips, motivation, and study hacks 😂 Fun side stories and…
In this super fun and nostalgic episode of WIT Talks, our hosts Aneez M Latheef and Mahadevan A R sit down with the viral skit sensations and identical charm bombs — Aevin & Kevin! From lighting up ‘Oru Chiri Iru Chiri Bumper Chiri’ with their unbeatable chemistry to juggling school life and stardom, these twin stars have been stealing hearts and topping YouTube charts ever since Season 1. The gang dives into: 🎬 Behind-the-scenes stories from the first season 😂 Epic leg-pulling moments & on-set pranks 🎓 Balancing academics and the stage like pros 🎥 Early ventures into cinema & dreams for the…
In this bold and thought-provoking episode of WIT Talks, hosts Rinshad Kuruniyan, Aneez M Latheef, and Deepak Mohan tackle one of the most debated and sensitive topics of modern India — Freedom of Speech and Expression.Coming in from personal experiences, cultural observations, and recent controversies, the trio dives into:⚖️ The shrinking space for creators and comics in today's India🧠 How political and religious institutions manipulate narratives🎭 The silent killing of standup comedy as an art form🚫 Why dialogue must replace violence — in all spheres🔥 Real stories and sharp takes on what's…
About WIT Talks - A Malayalam Standup Comedy Podcast!
Four Malayalam standup comic friends, John Joe, Mahadevan A R, Aneez M Latheef and Deepak Mohan along with their Manager friend - Rinshad Kuruniyan are on a mission to popularize standup comedy in Kerala.
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