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There are movies, there are good movies, and there are movies that leave such an impression that their impact stays with you for a long time. Whenever you think of something that you had watched and that left you spellbound, you remember those films. Here is a list of such 5 movies that reside rent-free in our minds: 1. Sophie's Choice: When an author befriends Sophie, a Polish immigrant, he slowly learns about the harrowing past she had been through, including her period in a Holocaust camp. Meryl Streep as Sophie is extraordinary. Her expressions, or lack of them, at the times when she accepts whatever she is going through, are haunting. Just as she sees a ray of hope, something painful reappears, as if living is a curse for her. This film is a prime example of an actor's ability not only to carry but to elevate the performance to such a high level that the movie becomes a memorable experience for life. The film was directed by Alan J. Pakula 2. Shawshank Redemption: If livi...

On the occasion of Father's Day, I was thinking about some characters I have read about in Bengali literature who have, time and again, proven the essence of fatherhood. These fathers have come back to readers' minds again and again, serving as examples of their influential presence in their children's lives. Incidentally, not only were stories the earliest reference to a protective and loving father, but they were also found in a Bengali poem. Without further ado, let me share the list I have compiled. 1. Annapurna O Ishwari Patani by Bharatchandra Raygunakar: The legendary poet of the 18th-century Bengal, Bharatchandra Raygunakar, had penned many immortal poems, amongst which Annapurna O Ishwari Patani is noteworthy. The poem talks about Ishwari Patani, a poor boatman whose hard work and dedication impressed Goddess Annapurna, the Goddess of food and abundance. She asks Ishwari to seek her blessing with whatever he wants. But what Ishwari wanted proves what a doting fath...

I still remember those times when every Saturday and Sunday, we used to wait for an old classic Bengali/Hindi movie shown on Doordarshan. "Harano Sur", "Dewa Newa", "Basanta Bilap"-all great movies with some soul-touching tunes and our weekends were sorted. Today, as I think about those films and rewatch them from a different perspective, I analyse the stereotypes that come with most movies. And one of the stereotypes that resurfaces every time is the type of father generally shown in Bengali movies. Here I am talking about commercial and popular movies. The interesting thing is that stories evolve, thinking evolves, but the presentation of fathers in movies has been moderated yet remains unchanged. There is a formulaic trope that ties the father or father figure to certain characteristics that seldom break barriers. So, today I have classified 5 types of fathers commonly shown in Bengali movies, and this trend has continued since the 50s.  1. The ...

Hey, hey, all, before the heat in Mumbai gets me killed, I would like to share the recent Bengali movies I had a chance to watch. A few are streaming on OTT, and a few are in theatres. Without further ado, let's get into the list: 1. Saptadingar Guptodhon: If last summer was Eken Babu's, this summer belonged to Sonada, Bengal's Indiana Jones. Yes, he is back to embark on his 4th adventure with Abir and Jhinuk. This time, he is actually kidnapped to find the treasure of Pratapaditya, the king of Bengal. The backstory of the seven boats full of treasures and the outcome is quite interesting. I am unaware of the historic truth, but it sounded good. The visuals are heavily reliant on graphics, especially during the treasure hunt. Some of the sequences are quite exciting. Overall, the film is an entertaining family watch. Abit Chatterji as Sonada is cool, so is Arjun Chakrabarty as Abir. It is always pleasant to watch Ishaa Saha on screen. But this time, Rajatava Dutta as Dasana...

Infancy-only sounds, gibberish. Toddlerhood- few words, blabber. Childhood- increased words, curiosity. Teenage years- sea of words, questions. Young adulthood- levelling on words, skills. Working Adulthood- Selective words, management. Middle age- Pro with words, leadership Old age- Meaningful words, wisdom Senility- No words, silence. This post was created for the Blogaberry Creative (Monthly) Challenge with theme word "Words"

It was a pleasure to read Buildit by Albinder Singh Dhindsa, the founder of Blinkit. The book tells the story of how he has built Blinkit, which has grown into a trusted Home delivery app in a matter of a few years. About the Author Albinder Singh Dhindsa founded Blinkit in 2014, which was then called Grofers. Sailing through tough competition and challenges, he has built a trusted brand used by millions of people today. About the Book Buildit is not only about how Blinkit has established itself as one of the most used apps, but also about the elaborate steps and the strong foundation that were in place before the brand launched. Review of Buildit by Albinder Singh Dhindsa The book starts with the author's student days and his jaw-dropping initial arrival in the USA for his studies. The consumer-centric market over there, with everything imaginable and unimaginable available, piqued his interest in exploring more. From leaving his secure job and returning to India with dreams and a...