As the world grows smaller with every new technological invention, our emotional worlds seem to grow more distant and desolate. WhatsApp, like many other digital platforms, arrived in our lives as both a blessing and a bane. We now know everything about everyone—where they vacation, what awards they’ve won, how fast they’re climbing the social …
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Book Recommendation: A Toss of a Lemon by Padma Viswanathan
Spanning nearly six decades, A Toss of a Lemon is a bold and brilliant portrayal of an orthodox Brahmin family, offering a poignant exposé of the early caste system in South India. With unflinching honesty, it delves into the life of a widow bound by rigid traditions, stripped of her rights, and resigned to a …
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Movie Review: Conclave
Most films aim to entertain or educate, but every so often, one comes along that seeks to enlighten. Conclave avoids a preachy tone and never explicitly states the weight of its message. Instead, it masterfully draws the audience into a momentous event—the election of a new pope—captivating us with intrigue and quiet intensity. The event …
Series Review: Black Warrant (OTT: Netflix)
There exists a shadowy world parallel to ours, one that is dark, ruthless, and home to some of the most dangerous individuals imaginable. This is the world of prisons—an environment where wards replace rooms, jailers take the place of caretakers, and inmates exist as a society unto themselves. Designed to keep criminals off the streets, …
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Movie Review: Jigra
First things first about Jigra: The story is far-fetched, somewhat implausible, and ventures into pure imagination, often becoming ‘over the top.’ Yet, none of these factors detract from the movie’s thrilling experience. From the first scene, Jigra grips the audience, largely thanks to Alia Bhatt, who shines as the protagonist. She plays an elder sister …
Book Recommendation: Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr. Julie Smith
When it comes to mental health, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr. Julie Smith is a refreshingly approachable read, free from complex jargon and dense psychological terminology. Dr. Smith writes as if she’s sitting across from you in her warm, softly lit office, offering advice that’s not only practical but also relatable. …
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Movie Review: It Ends with Us
Sometimes the naked truth is so painful that some of us would rather be in constant denial than face it. But if perchance we gather ourselves and harness our latent courage, we can not only face this naked and often ugly truth, but we can also raise ourselves above it. ‘It Ends With Us ‘is …
Movie Review: Ulajh
Ulajh is a fast-paced, gripping thriller that is not to be missed. The surprise standout was Jahnvi Kapoor. Although she’s really pretty and a fantastic model, her acting skills haven’t impressed me in her previous films. However, she proved her mettle in this film and demonstrated her acting prowess. Every scene and shot of hers …
Book Recommendation: Masala Lab by Krish Ashok
If you love cooking, you’ll love this book.If you love eating, you’ll love this book.If you love science and facts, you’ll love this book.If you love experimenting in your kitchen, you’ll love this book.If you’re an artist, you’ll love this book.And even if you love neither cooking, experimenting, nor eating, you’ll still love this book.“Masala …
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Movie Review: Inside Out 2
I am so glad I watched this movie, especially with my 14-year-old daughter. I remember watching Inside Out 1 on OTT with her around nine years ago. Both the protagonist, Riley, and Sanaya were six years old then. Now, with Inside Out 2, both Riley and Sanaya have hit puberty full-on. They display complex emotions …
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