grief and loss
No songs this year: When Kolkata’s spirit pauses for Durga Pujo
This year, Kolkata's Puja will be solemn, omitting traditional festivities and community gatherings due to a recent heinous crime. The focus shifts to hope for justice and safer days, reflecting the festival's true spirit amid ongoing grief.
6 October 2024, 12:13 PM
The tall and short of it
It feels like only two days ago that my dadu was still here, worrying I’d always be too short like her.
27 September 2024, 18:00 PM
Asif Islam’s ‘Nirvana’ trailer stuns with its silent storytelling
The much-anticipated trailer for "Nirvana", a haunting black-and-white film, has finally dropped. Directed by Asif Islam, the 85-minute feature stands out not just for its monochrome aesthetic but also for its decision to forgo dialogue entirely. Instead, the film relies solely on visual storytelling to unravel the quiet, profound lives of three factory workers.
17 September 2024, 06:06 AM