Filmy Shilmy

Top 10 Most Underutilized South Asian Actors ft. Maria Akhtar

We want to see more cultural stories and South Asian actors get opportunities to play diverse characters in almost any genre possible. Maria & I fan-cast 10 of our faves in roles we would love to see them in and discuss the range of representation.

SXSW - Shiv by Southwest

Live vicariously through me as I attend the SXSW FIlm Festival for the very first time. There are a record number of South Asian led or directed films premiering at the festival and I knew I would regret it if I didn't go. Hear my reviews & recap the experience!  For more in-depth reviews: TikTok: @shivalry_inc [https://www.tiktok.com/@shivalry_inc] Instagram: @filmyshilmyshow [https://www.instagram.com/filmyshilmyshow/] Letterboxd: @shivanireddy [https://boxd.it/4aM3z]

Responsible Desi Representation - What Does it Look Like?

A combination of accuracy and authenticity when depicting a culture and it's rich traditions, language, heritage, and people is what defines responsible representation, but how often do we see this? Learn why these 6 pieces of media made me feel seen.

2024 Oscar Predictions & India's History at the Academy Awards

Oscar sunday is right around the corner and I wanted to get my votes in before the winners were announced. I thought it would be fun to recap India's history at the Oscars, especially after the historic year we had in 2023.  For more in-depth reviews: TikTok: @shivalry_inc [https://www.tiktok.com/@shivalry_inc] Instagram: @filmyshilmyshow [https://www.instagram.com/filmyshilmyshow/] Letterboxd: @shivanireddy [https://boxd.it/4aM3z]

Full Stream Ahead: India’s OTT Content

Full Stream Ahead: India’s OTT Content Description: Suffer from decision fatigue? Shiv has got you covered on this week's episode. She's got recommendations for Indian OTT shows for romance, drama, and crime lovers. India's streaming content is producing some of the most progressive shows and movies in recent times highlighting queer representation and discussing taboo topics never before seen in Indian media..  For more in-depth reviews: TikTok: @shivalry_inc [https://www.tiktok.com/@shivalry_inc] Instagram: @filmyshilmyshow [https://www.instagram.com/filmyshilmyshow/] Letterboxd: @shivanireddy [https://boxd.it/4aM3z]