The Romesh Ranganathan Show

Why Does Shanthi Have Beef With Idris Elba?

Donnerstag, 9. Juli 2026 · 1 h 00

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What is Shanthi's beef with Idris Elba?

In this Thursday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Shanthi and Romesh revisit Shanthi's ongoing vendetta against actor Idris Elba. We also tackle your listener dilemmas and Shanthi opens up about what helped her rebuild her life after losing her husband.

Elsewhere, Romesh and Shanthi debate manifestation, test their Wimbledon knowledge, and reveal their celebrity crushes.

From self-care and self-belief to country music and comedy, it's another classic Thursday episode with Shanthi with plentry of Ranganthan roasting in between.

A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform.

Chapters

Intro

Manifestation with Shanthi

A country introduction

A production decision

Shanthi loves country and silk

Shanthi burns Romesh

Rom roasts the team

Shania Twain’s fashion advice

Shanthi’s grandma tactics

Shanthi’s self care advice

A Wimbledon quiz

Some advice on being a widow

The Ranganathan celebrity crushes

Shanthi’s beef with Idris Elba

Outro

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