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Stop the Fight: Don’t Exacerbate the Hatred That Has Kept Indians and Pakistanis Apart for Decades  

This is not a film review of “Fighter.” This is me doing my civic duty…

The God Who was Homeless for 500 Years: Dismantling Western Media’s Reporting on the Ayodhya Ram Temple

The consecration of the Ayodhya Ram Temple in India has received widespread coverage in the…

Debunking Myths: A Critical Analysis of Hindu American Foundation’s Ram Temple Narrative

In January 2024, the U.S.-based Hindu nationalist group, the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), released a…

After the Consecration in Ayodhya, Can Lord Ram’s Redemption Serve as a Glimmering Hope?

I am at a loss these days. I find myself lacking in hope. When Ram…

‘Mast Mein Rehne Ka’ Takes Us to the Unlikeliest of Places to Find Warmth in the Winter of Our Lives

This Valentine’s Day, “Mast Mein Rehne Ka” may be a movie to watch for those…

Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s ‘Animal’ Contributes to a Broader Cultural Narrative That Normalizes Toxic Male Behavior

“Animal” is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, an Indian film director, screenwriter, and editor who…

‘Killer Soup’: A Bizarre Culinary Crime Comedy Dished Out By Manoj Bajpayee and Konkona Sen

I streamed “Killer Soup” on Netflix out of curiosity, drawn by the cast and the…

Summit of Creativity: An Indian and South Asian American Literary Extravaganza in the Midwest

The invitees and attendees were as varied as the cuisine of South Asia. Rich in…

The Bittersweet Rendition of ‘Past Lives’ Flows Like an Ancient Ballad of Love and Loss

Written and directed by Celine Song, “Past Lives” is a tender and evocative exploration of…

After 500 Years, Shri Ram Finds His Divine Voice. And So Too, It Seems, the Hindu-American Community

I don’t remember the first time I heard the name Rama. I suspect no one…

Pakistan’s Electoral Wonderland: Should I Vote for the Magician, the Illusionist, Or the Juggler?

As the infamous date of February 8 looms, a peculiar mix of apprehension and bemusement…

How Aging Indian Parents Struggle to Remain Relevant Amid Cultural Shift Toward Nuclear Family

During my recent annual trip to India, I visited several of my aging relatives, including…