On Cultural Misappropriation


This is a question to all my Indian readers, What is your take on the growing menace of "cultural appropriation"? Confused? Let me put it another way. Would you be offended if someone "not connected" to India wears a bindi? Say, Katie Perry? Or our own Amy Jackson? Can they wear Saree? How about Mehendi? … Continue reading On Cultural Misappropriation

MISHA – Nostalgia and conditioning


What is your the most "nostalgia evoking" possession which shaped your childhood/teen? Let me know. I have a whole bunch of stuff in store room. I own hundreds of Audio Cassettes with that magical device which can RECORD. I have a PC with 20GB HD and 56 MB RAM running in WIN95. But, one thing … Continue reading MISHA – Nostalgia and conditioning

A little bit about Mumbai waiters


A little bit about Mumbai waiters

Shakuntala Devi (film) – review


Guys, 'Shakuntala Devi' is a phenomenal movie. I loved it for almost the entire film.!. It's classy, adequately researched and well-narrated. I highly recommend and encourage you to go watch it. Alright. This is going to be a rapid review. The Good part No Nepotism! – That's a huge plus.It's a kind of biopic which … Continue reading Shakuntala Devi (film) – review

Ikigai, 42 and Robotic Automation


Ikigai, 42 and Robotic Automation