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How big is Kerala’s influencer marketing industry, and what does it take to sustain a career in content creation? Star Jam Ft. Sujith Bhakthan | RJ Rafi In this episode of Star Jam on Club FM Opens in a new window, popular travel creator Sujith Bhakthan (@TechTravelEat) sits down with RJ Rafi to share his journey from vlogging to building a brand. He dives into the business side of content creation, his travel experiences across the globe, dealing with public perception, and insights into the evolving creator economy in Kerala.

Star Jam Ft. Nahas Hidhayath & RJ RafiIn this episode of Star Jam, director Nahas Hidhayath sits down with RJ Rafi to share the inside story behind his latest Malayalam film, "I'm Game". Discover the real-life incident that inspired the movie's plot, how the team built the Casino set in Varapuzha, and the reasons behind casting Antony Varghese (Peppe) and Dulquer Salmaan (DQ). Nahas also opens up about managing the film's budget, executing high-risk creative choices, and pulling off the production within tight timeframes.

Star Jam Ft. Vinay Fort | RJ Rafi In this episode of Star Jam, acclaimed actor Vinay Forrt sits down with RJ Rafi to dive deep into his craft, career milestones, and his latest project, I'm Game. Vinay opens up about the unique challenge of playing unlikable, irritating characters and turning that friction into audience applause. He reflects on his journey through Malayalam cinema, discussing fan-favorite performances in films like Malik, Thamaasha, Shutter, and Premam, while sharing his perspective on selecting roles that push his boundaries as a performer. What’s inside this episode: The art and challenge of executing minute screen expressions and challenging roles Behind-the-scenes insights from I'm Game Reflections on iconic past roles and career choices

Star Jam Ft. Ashish Joe Antony & Bobby Kurien | RJ Rafi In this episode of Star Jam, host RJ Rafi chats with actors Ashish Joe Antony and Bobby Kurien about their latest projects, performance dynamics, and what goes into crafting intense screen roles. from breaking down their approach to intimidating villain characters to sharing lighthearted on-set moments, Ashish and Bobby dive into their acting journeys, character prep, and industry experiences. Tune in for an engaging, candid conversation packed with fun anecdotes and insider insights!

Star Jam with Girish AD | RJ Rafi In this episode of Star Jam, hitmaker director Girish A.D. sits down with RJ Rafi to look back on his filmography and share insights behind his latest movie, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit. Girish breaks down early casting plans—including initial thoughts on casting Naslen as Nivin Pauly's brother—how character arcs like Glikson evolved during production, and his experience collaborating once again with Bhavana Studios. Tune in for an engaging conversation packed with behind-the-scenes stories, filmmaking processes, and what's next for the director!

Star Jam with Jude Antony | RJ Rafi In this episode of Star Jam, director Jude Antony Joseph sits down with RJ Rafi to talk all about his latest film, Thudakkam. Jude shares the story behind casting Vismaya Mohanlal and how the project became her debut, along with insights into the making of the movie, behind-the-scenes shooting experiences, and memorable moments from his directorial career. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with cinema stories, creative decisions, and candid insights!

Star Jam Ft. Amritha Rajan | RJ Rafi From Kerala to the national stage! 🌟 Join RJ Rafi as he talks to Amritha Rajan about her incredible journey to Indian Idol. Discover the audition secrets, the pressure behind the stage, her favorite musical moments, and how she stayed true to her passion throughout the journey.

In this candid and emotional episode of Star Jam, host RJ Rafi sits down with rapper Gabri to dive deep into his life, personal struggles, and raw passion for music. Gabri opens up about how writing music became his ultimate outlet for self-expression, helping him navigate his toughest personal battles, including dealing with dark moments and turning pain into art. From turning his life around to giving 100% to hip-hop, Gabri shares the raw truth behind his lyrics and his journey as an artist. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on resilience, music, and finding purpose through art. 🎙️ Host: RJ Rafi 👤 Guest: Rapper Gabri 📻 Show: Star Jam (Club FM) Follow & subscribe to stay updated with the latest episodes!

B Talk with Sumesh Govind | RJ Rafi The owner and CEO of the iconic Paragon Group of Restaurants, Sumesh Govind, sits down with B Talk to unpack the story behind one of Kerala’s most loved food institutions. In this conversation, he explains why “biriyani is religion and porotta is soul”, and how Paragon turned Malabar flavours into a global culinary brand. Sumesh goes deep into the craft of biriyani, fish curries and porotta, the “wow factor” he chases in every plate, and the philosophy that turns chefs into “diamonds” through constant sharpening of taste. He shares how Paragon maintains consistency across dozens of outlets, the role of taste auditors and feedback systems, and why great food is always backed by discipline, data and daily tasting.

Star Jam Ft. Sithara Krishnakumar | RJ Rafi Versatile Malayalam singer Sithara Krishnakumar joins RJ Rafi on Star Jam to revisit her musical journey, from independent tracks like “Chayappattu” and “Poovmotta” to major film songs and live performances around the world. She opens up about reality shows—the pressure of competition, how constant negative comments can destroy a person’s spirit, and why mindful participation matters in today’s social media-driven music scene. The conversation also touches on vocal training, independent music freedom, trolls and criticism, family support, Kochi’s café culture, and her fan-girl love for Mammootty, making this a warm, insightful, music-filled episode for Malayalam music lovers everywhere.

Star Jam Ft. Fejo | RJ Rafi In this Club FM Star Jam conversation, Malayalam rapper Fejo opens up about why he insists on writing every lyric himself and how that creative control shapes his identity as an artist. He talks about the journey from independent tracks to film songs, the impact of viral reels on music, and the frustration when deeply crafted songs are reduced to “troll material.

Star Jam Ft. Chidambaram | RJ Rafi In this episode of Star Jam, director Chidambaram sits down with RJ Rafi to talk about his new film Balan, why he insists it is “not an award film,” and how he balances festival buzz with making a movie that truly works for the theatre audience. He opens up about the pressure after the massive success and multiple State Awards of Manjummel Boys, his collaboration with composer Sushin Shyam, and building an emotional thriller around a mother–son journey through Kerala. Chidambaram also shares candid stories from scripting with Jithu Madhavan, casting choices like Jean Paul Lal, the challenges of making a star-less but big-scale movie, and what it really felt like to take Balan to Cannes and show it to an international crowd. If you love Malayalam cinema, behind-the-scenes creative process, and grounded conversations about “award films” vs commercial cinema, this conversation is for you.

Star Jam Ft. Jeethu Joseph | RJ Rafi | Drishyam 3 Legendary Malayalam filmmaker Jeethu Joseph joins RJ Rafi on Star Jam to break down the world of Drishyam 3, explaining why Georgekutty’s real strength is reflex action rather than superhuman intelligence. He talks about writing fear into Georgekutty, why he never saw him as a superhero, and how that changes the tone of the third film. Jeethu also opens up about the massive pressure on the police, the loopholes in the system that allow criminals to escape, and how these realities shape his crime thrillers

Star Jam Ft. Abhinav Sunder Nayak & Naslen Gafoor | RJ Rafi Director Abhinav Sunder Nayak and actor Naslen Gafoor sit down with RJ Rafi for a high-energy Star Jam conversation about their new film “Mollywood Times,” the pressure of script selection, life after Mukundan Unni Associates, and navigating today’s Malayalam cinema landscape. They open up about stardom, audience expectations, how real-life experiences shape their characters, and the story behind Naslen’s much-talked-about dance sequence he once feared he’d have to do on screen. Packed with candid stories, craft talk and plenty of fun banter, this Club FM special is a must-listen for every Mollywood fan and aspiring filmmaker

Star Jam Ft. Chef Pilllai | RJ Rafi | Part 2 In this Star Jam episode, Chef Suresh Pillai sits down with RJ Rafi to unpack why mandi has become Kerala’s most loved comfort food and what that says about our changing food culture. From affordability, speed and sharing culture to the unhealthy rise of mayonnaise with rice, he breaks down how we eat, what we waste, and why better meal planning can transform both our health and our household budgets. Chef Pillai also travels district by district through Kerala, recalling legendary small eateries, wood-fired beef spots and traditional meals that shaped his palate and philosophy on food. He talks about safe food as a basic right, the urgent need for better hygiene from fish and meat stalls to restaurant kitchens, and how collective responsibility from consumers, hoteliers and government can prevent food poisoning tragedies. Beyond food, he shares his personal journey from security guard to celebrated chef, his life-changing moves from Kollam to Kozhikode, Bengaluru and London, and how hard work, sacrifice and a bit of “universal timing” built the brand Chef Pillai is today. The conversation closes on personal branding, the realities of running a restaurant business, and why genuine passion will always matter more than quick profits.