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The writer is a theatre activist, film critic and blogger who wants to bring harmony in society. Music, poetry and food are his passions.
VOICES
| 3-minute read
Why I feel Nandita Das’s long short doesn’t do justice to Manto
Where is the hopelessness and the marginalisation of an artist? Where is the angst?
ART & CULTURE
| 3-minute read
It wouldn't be rock 'n' roll music if it weren't for Chuck Berry
The King's memorable riffs and licks went on to establish a genre of guitar playing and vocals.
VARIETY
| 3-minute read
How a woman in Afghanistan is fighting the Taliban
Her small effort is actually a storm in the ocean, keeping in mind her social context.
VOICES
| 2-minute read
Wishing Aamir Khan many more Dangals
The big question is, when will the actor deliver his next magnum opus?
ART & CULTURE
| 3-minute read
The tragedy of Om Puri being remembered at Oscars but not in India
The country has never respected its artists.
ART & CULTURE
| 4-minute read
Why it's hard for an actor to play Saadat Hasan Manto
With all the nuances of his compassion and eccentricities.
MONEY
| 4-minute read
Tax-exempt status to Patanjali is a slap in the face of other FMCG players
How can it be a level playing field when Baba Ramdev gets undue backing from the government?
SPORTS
| 4-minute read
POLITICS
| 3-minute read
Modi is back to dirty trick by trying to divide Hindus and Muslims in UP
BJP has a history of making divisive remarks during key elections.
ART & CULTURE
| 3-minute read