For decades, Indian celebrities have had an unsaid rule of never critiquing politics or being anti-government.
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What ‘The Lion King’ Teaches Us About Children’s Grief
The film shows how a child, like Simba, can overcome grief with the help and love of his friends, family and community.
The Onus of Speaking Up Against Hate Crimes isn’t Only on the Khans
In a Hindu majority country, where even the ruling Government is pivoting on majoritarian sentiments, expecting actors belonging to a community which is already targeted is not only unfair but …
‘Are You Ostriches?’: Bombay HC Rebukes Certification Board Over Censoring Children’s Film
The petition was filed by the Children’s Film Society India seeking the grant of the universal (U) certification to their film 'Chidiakhana'.
How ‘Article 15’ Addresses Caste Blindness While Critiquing ‘New India’
The spectacular similarity with the contemporary political scenario and its critique is a bold divergence from Bollywood's hero-worship culture.
‘Frozen’ Was Our Most Important Feminist Film. Will the Sequel Have the Same Impact?
Frozen was a lightening-rod moment in the zeitgeist, but to try to make it to strike twice would be disastrous.
It’s Only a Job Zaira Wasim Quit
Prioritising work-life balance is a rising global trend. Why should Zaira be any different, just because she is a Bollywood star?