Exploring Stories, Culture & Society.
Exploring Stories, Culture & Society.
From childhood to the longest period of time in my life, I read strictly fiction only loving the escapism that it provided from the limitations of the real world. I took a gradual liking and preference for non-fiction books in…
At first, I thought that the news was a hoax. Like most celebrity death news! But, when the news actually turned out to be true, it took some time to register. It still feels so unreal. Death comes like a…
I rushed into the bathroom to wash my hands after cooking dinner. It was 7.30pm. I told my in-laws that I had to go to the pharmacy and would be back soon. I should have gone much earlier. Why do…
My hometown is in Arakuzha, Kerala. But, I was born and brought up in Andhra and Telangana. I did my elementary schooling in Kothamangalam and have travelled a bit around the country. I am quite a foodie and I appreciate…
Okay, let me confess right at the outset – I am a Sabyasachi fan-girl! Never mind, I cannot afford to buy any of his creations. But I love to watch and admire his designs from a modest distance. I liked…
Last week´s musing was all about Self-Doubt and how it acts as an ignitor for new learnings, discovery and growth. Why am I doubting myself or the circumstances that I am in? Is there something lacking? How can I improve…
I have mixed reactions when to comes to Padman. It´s a good subject that is weakly executed. Yes, the movie shines in some parts but it´s a serious let-down in many other parts. Let´s start with the good. The movie…
For all those calling out the #PadManChallenge as ´crass´, ´vulgar´, ´sick´ etc., aren´t we guilty of saying the exact same thing that was said to Arunachalam Muruganantham when he held a pad in public for the first time? If Arunachalam Muruganantham can…
It was Ashima Jain´s excellent review of the ´Revelations of an imperfect life´ which initially got me all perked up about the book. I have been a fan of Ashima Jain´s short fiction stories ever since I first laid my eyes…
It is my honour and privilege to interview one of India´s finest contemporary authors, Sadiqa Peerbhoy. Her latest book, ´House of Discord´ was launched at the Bangalore Literature Festival in November 2017. You can read my review here: House of Discord…
This time last year Aunt: Happy Birthday, Tina! So, what´s planned for the day? Me: Thank you so much! Ah…It´s just another day! And for some reason, I don´t think birthdays are all that much of a big deal anyway.…
When I look back and reflect on my post last year ´Top 10 lessons of 2016´ , I realize how those lessons still hold good today. But, every year teaches you something new or acts as a sweet reminder of…
When I first laid my hands on this book and checked out the story plot, I was intrigued. I did a little more research on the author and was even more intrigued. To be honest, my expectations were skyrocket high.…
If travel is on top of your New Year´s resolution´s list for 2018, let me recommend the Urby´s passport holder for you. I received a personalised passport holder from Urby just in time for my holiday travel beginning November this…
Firstly, I am not going to make any judgements about this particular case as I am waiting for more facts to surface to the top. Secondly in this particular case, the facts don´t matter to me as much as the…
There´s a serious epidemic in the world today. Feminism is spreading like a malignant cancer. It´s a sad plight indeed for all the menfolk around. The grave decrease in the male population has reached alarming proportions – missing male infants…