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And They Turn to Cases

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Fifteen years have passed by since the horrific Delhi Gangrape of Jyoti Singh, and still, there is no change in the scenario of women’s safety. The culprits were punished, but predators still roam outside to catch their prey. And their prey? Women- of all ages, from any background, it doesn’t matter, she has to be a woman. So, when we come across horrific headlines, like a 4-year-old raped by her own grandfather, it doesn’t make us astounded; all it does is add to another news story, of another woman being ripped off her dignity, so what if she is only 4? At the end of the day, she is a woman. It makes us roll our eyes and feel pity for the victim, but does it make any difference these days? We keep on questioning. For we know very well, this will again turn into another case, piling up on the already heaped-up thousands of cases of violence against women in our country. All candlelight marches, all protests, all the outrage fade away; all that remains is fear. A woman’s fear of travel...
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Basu Chatterjee and His Immortal Creations: My Top 7 Picks of the Maestro

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Basu Chatterjee, a name associated with pleasant-feeling movies, immortalised the character of Saradindu Bandopadhyay's "Satyanweshi" Byomkesh Bakshi as a household name throughout India. A filmmaker who, upon closer examination, has brought the regular drama of an ordinary household to the screen so effortlessly. January 10 marked his 95th birth anniversary.  After starting as a cartoonist, at the beginning of his illustrious career in films, he began assisting legendary filmmakers such as Basu Bhattacharya and Hrishikesh Mukherjee. His directorial debut was Sara Akash, released in 1969. In a couple of years, he made one of his most acclaimed films, Piya Ka Ghar, and then there was no looking back. He established himself as one of the most prolific storytellers of the middle class. Despite the larger audience's affinity for romantic or action films of that era, Chatterjee successfully brought the average man's joy from small things, despite various struggles and ...
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5 Best Reads of 2025 #blogaberrycc

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I have read quite a few books last year, thanks to participating in the Book Review challenges. For this year, regardless of whether I participate in those challenges or not, I have already developed the habit of reading books, so there's no looking back. In today's blog, I am going to list a few of the books that I have enjoyed reading the most. Most of the books are not new, having been published several years ago, but I read them last year. So here are the best of the best: 1. The Book of Everlasting Things: This book, written by Aanchal Malhotra, was published in 2022. It takes us back to the partition of India, where two teenage lovers had to be separated due to differences in religion. Later, as the story continues, both their lives undergo drastic changes, but they accept them without ever losing their love for each other. This is a beautiful love story, and interestingly, the lovers met only a few times and went on a date only once; yet, their unconditional love for ea...
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Book Review:- Salman Khan: The Sultan of Bollywood

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I still remember the posters of him I used to buy with my pocket money. So, when I got the opportunity to read his biography, I jumped at it. He is none other than Salman Khan, the undisputed Bhaijan of Bollywood, and the book is his newly launched biography, Salman Khan: The Sultan of Bollywood , by Mohar Basu. About the Author Mohar Basu is the Chief Correspondent at Mid-Day (Entertainment). As a film critic, she has reviewed numerous movies across various media. She has also authored Shah Rukh Khan, another biography of the Badshah of Bollywood. About the Book The book is about the rise of one of the Bombay Film Industry's most powerful icons. It takes a deep dive into the real person, beneath the larger-than-life persona he carries effortlessly. It is full of interesting anecdotes and lesser-known trivia about one of the nation's biggest stars, which have seldom been revealed. The book has a few details about his behind-the-scenes of shootings, his turbulent stage of life, ...
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Looking Back to 2025 through Movies, Travels & Writing

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This is my last post for 2025. And I am excited, as I have received so much love this year. I have achieved a lot, despite being rejected many times, but I have lived every moment to the fullest. Life has indeed been a "Box of Chocolates" with unexpected surprises and shocks. But I accepted every bit of it. The most rewarding aspect of my writing journey has been my consistency. I wrote when I was travelling, I wrote when I was happy, and I wrote when I was not. I had co-authored 6 anthologies, and my work was published in 2 magazines. The writing and blogging community has been of immense support throughout.  One of my favourite ways to unwind is watching movies. This year, I watched a few, but not much to boast about. Amongst the ones that I had watched, I liked a very few and here are those: 1. Kaalidhar Laapata (Hindi): Abhishek Bachchan stars in this film as the central character, who suffers from a progressive degenerative disease. His family, for whom he had sacrifice...
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Top 3 Bengali Thriller Shows to Binge Watch this Christmas

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The word thriller often evokes a feeling of discomfort. It generally speaks of murder, kidnapping and other acts of violence. So, selecting a thriller show to binge-watch on the prosperous occasion of Christmas can be a questionable attempt. However, here's the twist: the thrillers I will be discussing are humorous and can be enjoyed by everyone, in addition to being suspenseful. 1. Ekenbabu Series: A very unusual detective, Ekendra Sen, is the main character of the series. He works with the Detective Department of the Kolkata Police and is accompanied by his two friends, Bapi Babu, a professor, and Pramatha, a scientist. This series has been adapted from the detective book series of the same name by Sujan Dasgupta.  Detective Sen, popularly known as Eken Babu, is a peculiar character who appears to be anything but a sleuth. His untimely poor jokes and his verbal fights with Pramatha Babu are quite hilarious. The show, directed by Joydeep Mukherjee for eight seasons, is one of...
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The Turning: Book Review

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It has been a while since I have read something from the Fantasy genre. When I had the opportunity to review the newly released book, The Turning , by Shannaaya Chopra, I was excited. This book is no ordinary Fantasy story; rather, it takes the reader on a journey of magical powers that often raises questions about the lead characters' stand: Good or Evil? About the Author Shannaaya Chopra is a Mumbai-based student of Psychology. In addition to writing and reading books, she enjoys spending time with her family and Happy, her dog. She looks forward to writing more books in the days to come.  About the book: The Turning Kiara Sharma is a college student from Mumbai, leading a relatively ordinary life. The only source of excitement for her is her friendship with Krish and her other friends. Her uneventful life suddenly takes a 360-degree turn when she discovers her powers, which leads her on a journey of seeking her sense of belonging. This is no ordinary journey; rather, it'...
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