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The People's Poet
I first met Sahir Ludhianvi through films. His songs felt like someone speaking straight, not showing off. Reading his poems properly...
May 265 min read


Indian Chess
Ever since I was little, I was familiar with the rules of Western chess. I knew how the pieces moved, how to castle, how to checkmate—and...
May 124 min read


Premchand
Munshi Premchand The legacy of Premchand, one of the most influential figures in Hindi-Urdu literature, remains deeply intertwined with...
Mar 105 min read


The Fascinating World of Spies in History and Fiction
The world of espionage has always been cloaked in mystery and danger, with stories of daring missions, hidden identities, and...
Jan 204 min read


Mughal-e-Azam: A Timeless Masterpiece
Recently, I had the pleasure of watching Mughal-e-Azam , a film that has long been hailed as one of the greatest Bollywood films of all...
Dec 23, 20242 min read


Manto
Few films manage to capture the essence of their subject as profoundly as Manto (2018), directed by Nandita Das.
Aug 26, 20244 min read


Do Bigha Zameen
Few films possess the power to shape your perspective, not just on cinema, but on life itself. Do Bigha Zameen is one such masterpiece that
Jul 1, 20242 min read


The Brilliance of Satyajit Ray: Shatranj ke Khiladi
Satyajit Ray's Shatranj ke Khiladi is not just an adaptation of Munshi Premchand's short story; it is a masterstroke of cinematic brilliance
Jun 17, 20244 min read


Guru Dutt: A Tribute to the Soul of Indian Cinema
Guru Dutt is one of those rare filmmakers whose work transcends time, blending art, emotion, and social commentary with unmatched finesse.
May 6, 20244 min read
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