Category Archives: Arts & Culture

Road, Movie: The Dev B

This is Abhay Deol's "Dev B". The very well shot, acted film falls yet again in the not for the masses grey area. Worth a watch.

Dylan's The Inspiration Says Mark Edwards

Mark Edwards was inspired by Bob Dylan's Hard Rain to publish a book of the same name containing a DVD and a series of photographs.

The War Movies And Their Ballads

Do songs from films like Border, Lakshya and LOC Kargil bring a sense of patriotism? Like the movies, the songs too just talk about individuals.

East Meets West: The Steve Kimock Band

An album carved out from live performances in Japan and California, the Steve Kimock Band gives another masterpiece to its fans to swear by.

Interview: Varun Murali of Swarathma

22 year old Varun Murali is the lead guitarist of Bangalore-based urban folk rock band Swarathma, a growing craze across India. Rohini Kejriwal interviews him.

Shamiana Shorts in Pune on 25th Feb

At a mere 100 INR cover, it’s a definite monthly visit to see the wonders that these bright minds create ranging from a few minutes to 45 minute long ones.

Padosan OST: Mere Saamne Wali Khidki Mein

From Mere Saamne Wali Khidki Mein to the 6 minute song, Ek Chatoor Nath, RD Burman’s music in Padosan withstands the test of time.

Sicko: Michael Moore's Healthcare Investigation Report

The rosy picture of the American way of life has been shattered by Michael Moore. Sicko reveals the horrors of the health care system in America.

Must Watch: Richard Attenborough's "Gandhi"

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was made immortal by the Indian Govt. via banknotes, stamps, etc. Richard made him evergreen, and a story to be told.

At Baajaa Gaajaa '10

Baajaa Gaajaa. A chance to truly experience music for all the music lovers in the city of Pune. Ishanya Mall was alive with music in its Aangan, Amphitheatre and Kunj on the days of 5th, 6th, 7th February, 2010. The dates for next year’s festivals are already out-4th, 5th and 6th February, 2011. So book [...]