The image of the ‘bad girl’ is one that receives little respect, even though carelessness, needless risk and degeneracy are all acceptable hallmarks of youthful masculinity.
Author: Yamini Krishnan
‘Love, Simon’ is the Sweet Story India’s LGBTQ+ Community Deserves but Didn’t Get
Revolutions begin with stories, and underneath the important discussions of representation and queer politics surrounding this film, that is all it is – a story.
On Growing Up Malayali in Maharashtra
A poem about my experience as a person from Kerala living in Maharashtra and how that’s shaped my sense of identity.
‘I Like My Body Best When I Am Dancing With My Best Friends’
I'm here to tell you that despite popular culture's shallow perception, most female friendships are wholesome, fulfilling and important.
When Will Bollywood Get Its ‘Lady Bird’?
Women have been settling for pencil-sketch representation in movies when we deserve oil paintings that highlight every pore, every blemish and every tiny, trivial detail.