The saga of rural sagas

Peepli Live has been declared India’s official entry for the Academy Awards. A dark comedy on India’s dark underbelly, Peepli Live opened to rave reviews and was a runaway success at the box office. Many have criticized its simplistic approach taken to portray farmers’ suicides. But the fact is that the audience gulping down litres... Continue Reading →

Recollecting the unforgettable Rafi

When the nation listened to the song Suhani Raat Dhal Chuki, Na Jane Tum Kab Aaogi, people were struck by the freshness in the voice. It was very distinct and different from the nasal twang popularised by K.L.Saigal. By the end of 1940s, an era was ending in Hindi Cinema. Partition made some irreversible changes... Continue Reading →

Retelling an epic

The much awaited Mani Ratnam production Raavan has finally hit the screens to mixed reviews. Mani Ratnam has turned to Hindu epics even before for inspiration. His 1991 blockbuster Thalapathi was a modern day retelling of the Arjuna-Karna legend from the Mahabharata. Both the epics have always provided food for thought for filmmakers in the... Continue Reading →

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