I have been fascinated by this folk play since I read about it, and I have had the ardent desire to watch its staging. Luckily, I got the chance to watch it while I was pursuing my 'Theatre Appreciation Course' at the National School of Drama (NSD). The year I pursued my course (2025), it … Continue reading Bidesiya: Insights into Bihar’s Folk Theatre
This book combines two genres, romance and self-help but it's largely self-help after a short love story ending on the break-up. The remaining part of the book is about overcoming it. The theme of the book is very relevant to teenagers where love and separation are universal.
Blanketed by Thick clouds and thin-cool air In the dropping temperature Sun and Moon rays unable to pierce The surrounding Locating a hand with the other is rare In the dense fog That enveloped the atmosphere The sound of the dew Dripping from the clouds To the leaves of the trees Then the ground And … Continue reading On Sitting Near Window in one Wintry Night
Three Men in a Boat, running through 19 chapters is written uniquely. Largely first-person narrative, a brief summary of each chapter is provided at the beginning. The story narrated is non-fictional and the incident actually happened with Jerome and his two friends
The ruins of Nalanda University (also sometimes referred to as Nalanda Mahavira) are specifically for those who take a keen interest in history and architecture. Others can also visit to appreciate the opulence of the place which was the centre of education, where people from every corner of the world used to come and participate in the teaching-learning process.
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
You want to comeback to 'The Comfort Book' time and again and each time, you'll find that it's still afresh and inspires you the same way it did the last time.
(1) 506B Pragmatic Hostel IIT Roorkee, Roorkee Uttarakhand- 247667 Oct 8, 2024 508A, Broacha Hostel BHU, Varanasi Uttar Pradesh- 221005 Dear Krish, I came to know about your engagement date and felt extremely elated. Moreover, marrying the girl of your choice, the one whom you've fallen in love with is a one-of-a-kind feeling. Finally, you've … Continue reading The Turn of Events
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
Why Blog? We're living in a digital world; a world where everything is just a click away. In this digital world, along with being the consumer of digital culture, it's equally important to admit our presence online, not in terms of social networks to scroll feeds and reply to messages instantly but to showcase our … Continue reading How to Blog Effectively: A Step-by-Step Guide
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
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
Fridays are unusual for me in the usual way. This day is a bit busy for me compared to the other days as it consists of wrapping up the week's academic work, including the upcoming Monday or Tuesday, so I can be a bit relaxed and keep my weekend free for creative activities. I won't … Continue reading Adieu Shiru Cafe
We met, meet and will keep meeting people as long as life exists. Unique people. Weird people. Typical people. People of different kinds. Let's not say queer because it can spark another kind of debate. It is interesting to note that the trait that makes people weird is what makes them unique too. As you … Continue reading Unique people, Strange stories
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
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