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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 FMOpens 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. 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 rolesBehind-the-scenes insights from I'm GameReflections on iconic past roles and career choices

Star Jam with Girish AD | RJ RafiIn 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 Ft. Amritha Rajan | RJ RafiFrom 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.

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. Fejo | RJ RafiIn 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. 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. 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.

Star Jam Ft. Chef Pilllai | RJ Rafi | Part 1In this candid Star Jam conversation, celebrity chef Suresh Pillai sits down with RJ Rafi to trace his inspiring journey from a small-town Kerala kitchen to becoming a global ambassador of Kerala’s signature flavours. He breaks the myth of “natural cooking talent,” arguing that practice, curiosity, and consistency matter far more than any so‑called gifted hand. Chef Pillai shares practical insights on healthy eating with local ingredients, why we should “invest in good food,” and how to enjoy favourites like Kerala sadhya, biryani, and porotta without guilt by taking “permission from the body.” He also opens up about building restaurant brands, working with international investors, feeding global icons from Gordon Ramsay to top cricketers, and starting a culinary academy that can turn even complete beginners into professionals.

Star Jam Ft. Tovino Thomas and director Dijo Jose Antony | RJ RafiTovino Thomas and director Dijo Jose Antony join RJ Rafi at the Star Jam studio for an unfiltered Pallichattambi special, sharing the seven-year journey of the film, building a full church set, shooting through the pandemic, and recreating the 1950s–60s on screen, while Tovino talks about his physical transformation, the hilarious “my protein got stuck in my moustache” moment, his gamble-like script selection, and the making of “Kattuchambakam” with Jakes Bejoy and Kaithapram, along with warm stories about state awards as fuel, Mammootty’s encouragement, and sweet gestures from friends like Asif Ali.

Star Jam with Vijay Babu | RJ Rafi In this Star Jam episode, RJ Rafi sits down with Vijay Babu for a candid, no‑filter conversation on Aadu 3, filmmaking, and living with risk as a producer. From shooting Aadu across 50+ locations in 120+ days to balancing creative vision and budget, Vijay shares how he greenlights scripts, works with newcomers, and still dares to experiment even when the math looks scary. He opens up about breaking even before release, OTT and satellite deals, why promotion and word of mouth can make or break a film, and how Aadu became one of Malayalam cinema’s most-loved franchises. The chat also dives into Vinayakan’s professionalism on set, the evolution of actors like Indrans, and why managing egos and expectations is as important as managing money.​Perfect for anyone who loves Malayalam cinema, wants to understand the business behind the movies, or is curious how a “flop” can still give a producer the courage to try again

Club Studio Ft. Akhil Sathyan | RJ Rahul Hitmaker director Akhil Sathyan reflects on his film journey, recollecting memorable moments from his career. He also shed light on some overlooked details in his latest movie “Sarvam Maya”.In this episode of Club Studio, hitmaker director Akhil Sathyan sits down with RJ Rahul for a reflective conversation on his cinematic journey. From the early days of filmmaking to defining moments in his career, Akhil revisits memories that shaped him as a storyteller.He also opens up about the creative process behind his latest movie Sarvam Maya, shedding light on subtle details and nuances that may have gone unnoticed by audiences.A thoughtful and insightful conversation for cinema lovers—stream now, only on Club FM’s Club Studio.