There are films that tell stories, and there are films that create worlds. Chatrak — which translates simply as Mushrooms— belongs unmistakably to the second category. Directed by Sri Lankan filmmaker Vimukthi Jayasundara, it is […]
In her poignant collection Ehsaas Jazbati, North Indian poet Babita Rani navigates the complex architecture of human emotion, striking a delicate balance between aesthetic lyrical beauty and the heavy, profound sense of loss that accompanies the passage of time.
Tanmay Sharma uses evocative words to convey a sense of danger and intrigue. Words like “perilous,” “desperate,” “shadows,” and “spine chilling” set the tone for an action-packed adventure.
The story takes place in 1961, when Goa was ruled by Portuguese. Shirly Quarachim’s happy childhood abruptly ends when her father is taken into custody on treasonous allegations. She has to battle fearsome dhowmen, resistance fighters, and a ruthless policeman who enjoys torturing people
My Name is Cinnamon’ makes the reader connect with the plot while piping up their curiosity. The reader feels more attached to the novel as the reading progresses. It allows the readers to be in the shoes of an adopted child. The author demonstrates his ordinary skill by providing minute details of Cinnamon’s life, leaving no room for interpretation when it comes to the feelings and emotions of the character.
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