Mahaparv Chhath: The Four Days of Divine Bliss

You know- What's the best time of the year? Deepawali at home. And the bestest? (if such a word exists) It's Chhath Puja! Chhath Parv comes like a blessing that doesn't let the joy of a day's Deepawali fade away soon. Unlike Deepawali, which is celebrated like a compulsory ritual, the festival of Chhath is … Continue reading Mahaparv Chhath: The Four Days of Divine Bliss

Exploring Haruki Murakami’s Wild Sheep Chase and His Writing Style

There are symbolic dreams- dreams that symbolize some reality. Then there are symbolic realities- realities that symbolize a dream. - Murakami What is something you hear about quite often but got to know lately? For me, it is Murakami, Haruki Murakami- a best seller, hailing from Japan! Birthday delight! Title: Wild Sheep Chase Author: Haruki … Continue reading Exploring Haruki Murakami’s Wild Sheep Chase and His Writing Style

Theatre Adaptations: Manto’s Stories on Stage

One of the trends most commonly found in modern theatres is to take any popular novels or stories and enact them as a play. This is a good way to ensure a houseful audience because, in our country, people are often hesitant to try something new. Hence, using existing popular plays/novels or stories already give … Continue reading Theatre Adaptations: Manto’s Stories on Stage

Engaging Satirical Comedy Play: Tajmahal ka Tender at NSD

To encourage viewership on stage, I've decided to write honest reviews of whatever play I watch so that it'll be easy for you to plan for a theatrical performance on weekends. Also, I'll suggest everyone at least visit the theatre not to watch a movie but a theatrical play and see the actors in Flesh … Continue reading Engaging Satirical Comedy Play: Tajmahal ka Tender at NSD

Discovering Divine Bliss: A Two-Day Ayodhya Visit Guide

Find solace in the silence of sacred walls -Anonymous Whenever my friends ask me for a trip to any holy place, I appear a bit reluctant because I know/wish I'd travel with my family someday. After all, the only trip my family ever agrees to is a trip to a religious place. This two-day trip … Continue reading Discovering Divine Bliss: A Two-Day Ayodhya Visit Guide