Arushi Bhaskar
Arushi works with the online desk at The Indian Express. She writes on entertainment, culture, women's issues, and sometimes a mix of all three. She regularly contributes to the Explained and Opinion sections and is also responsible for curating the daily newsletter, Morning Expresso. She studied English literature at Miranda House, University of Delhi, along with a minor in Sociology. Later, she earned a post-graduate diploma in Integrated Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism, where she learnt the basics of print, digital and broadcast journalism. Write to her at arushi.bhaskar@indianexpress.com....Read More
Arushi works with the online desk at The Indian Express. She writes on entertainment, culture, women's issues, and sometimes a mix of all three. She regularly contributes to the Explained and Opinion sections and is also responsible for curating the daily newsletter, Morning Expresso. She studied English literature at Miranda House, University of Delhi, along with a minor in Sociology. Later, she earned a post-graduate diploma in Integrated Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism, where she learnt the basics of print, digital and broadcast journalism. Write to her at arushi.bhaskar@indianexpress.com.
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- Years of experience: 2+
- Qualification, Degrees / other achievements: BA (H) in English Literature from Miranda House, Delhi University (with a minor GE in Sociology) and Post-graduate diploma in Integrated Journalism from Asian College of Journalism, Chennai
Articles by Arushi Bhaskar

With the success of ‘Chhava’, a look at 5 notable Indian films inspired by historySubscriber Only
Feb 25, 2025 16:05 IST
In the last decade there has been a rise in films based on historical figures and incidents, often...
Tue, Feb 25, 2025
Valentine’s Day: What’s behind the enduring cultural appeal of romance novels?Subscriber Only
Feb 15, 2025 14:50 IST
In popular culture, romance novels have been setting the standard for romantic relationships since...
Sun, Feb 16, 2025
Delhi Govt Formation Highlights: Kejriwal to meet CM Mann, Punjab AAP MLAs on Tuesday; BJP continues discussions on names for CM postSubscriber Only
Feb 08, 2025 15:10 IST
Delhi Govt Formation Highlights: Earlier today, AAP leader and Chief Minister Atishi tendered her...
Mon, Feb 10, 2025
Our idea of ‘perfect beauty’ is the enemy, not Khushi KapoorSubscriber Only
Feb 04, 2025 13:10 IST
Maybe it’s time to accept that all of us are inflicted with this desire to conform to unrealistic...
Tue, Feb 04, 2025
Ajith, Balakrishna, Shobana and Anant Nag: The 4 South filmstars awarded Padma Bhushan this yearSubscriber Only
Jan 26, 2025 13:37 IST
The Padma Bhushan is awarded for “distinguished service of high order”. The four awardees from...
Mon, Jan 27, 2025
Pushpa 2’s success: What are ‘masala movies’, which Bollywood loved and seems to have lost?Subscriber Only
Dec 19, 2024 17:54 IST
As Bollywood falters and movies from the south come roaring in to capture the space it once...
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
Are Gen Z hard to work with or are our workplaces too toxic?Subscriber Only
Dec 04, 2024 19:39 IST
Any discourse on Gen Z has a higher chance of going viral than others. Which is where social media...
Wed, Dec 04, 2024
Election Results 2024 Highlights: Made EC aware of 20 complaints from 7 constituencies, demanded sealing of EVMs, says Congress
Oct 07, 2024 23:05 IST
Election Results 2024 Highlights: In his first comments following the election results in Haryana...
Mon, Nov 25, 2024
Explained: With Dadasaheb Phalke, a look at the Mithun Chakraborty phenomenon in the USSR and ChinaSubscriber Only
Oct 01, 2024 18:55 IST
Mithun Chakraborty’s films found resonance globally, with some die-hard fans calling themselves...
Tue, Oct 01, 2024
With ‘Laapataa Ladies’ as India’s official Oscars entry, here’s how the selection worksSubscriber Only
Sep 24, 2024 14:45 IST
The Film Federation of India selects India’s official entry to the Oscars. What is the body and...
Wed, Sep 25, 2024
Hayao Miyazaki wins Magsaysay Award: Why his animated films resonate with audiences across agesSubscriber Only
Sep 02, 2024 15:35 IST
Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki’s films are synonymous with gentle and aesthetically pleasing...
Tue, Sep 03, 2024
Uttar Pradesh Election Results 2024 Highlights: SP secures 37 seats in UP; Akhilesh Yadav wins from Kannauj, Bhim Army’s Chandrashekhar from Nagina
Jun 03, 2024 22:00 IST
Uttar Pradesh Election Results 2024 Highlights: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who won with a...
Fri, Jun 07, 2024
India General Election 2024 Live Updates: Phase 7 turnout crosses 58% at 5 pm; TMC, PDP skip INDIA bloc meet at Kharge’s residenceSubscriber Only
Jun 01, 2024 06:53 IST
Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 7 Polling Live Updates, Exit Poll Results Today: The phase with 57...
Sat, Jun 01, 2024
Social Buzz: A Mother’s Day twist to Chandigarh EC’s campaign; Congress, AAP continue attacks on BJP on eve of phase 4 of pollingSubscriber Only
May 12, 2024 18:21 IST
We take a look at all that's buzzing...
Sun, May 12, 2024
Social Buzz: EC ups the ‘Andaz’ ahead of phase 3 polling; BJP vs Cong fireworks continueSubscriber Only
May 06, 2024 17:52 IST
We take a look at all that's buzzing in social media...
Mon, May 06, 2024
Social buzz: EC’s challenge to voters; Tharoor shakes a legSubscriber Only
Apr 22, 2024 18:17 IST
We take a look at all that’s buzzing...
Tue, Apr 23, 2024
Boost for start-ups in Chandni Chowk: BJP candidate Praveen Khandelwal makes poll pitchSubscriber Only
Apr 19, 2024 05:46 IST
The businessman-politician, who said he has been on the campaign trail since March 3, took part in...
Sat, Apr 20, 2024
‘Found out about nomination only through TV; Modi hai toh mumkin hai’: Kamaljeet SehrawatSubscriber Only
Apr 11, 2024 05:17 IST
Kamaljeet Sehrawat, the first woman candidate fielded by the BJP from the West Delhi Lok Sabha...
Thu, Apr 11, 2024
Arvind Kejriwal Arrest Highlights: Delhi CM moves High Court, seeks urgent hearing on ‘illegal’ ED arrest
Mar 22, 2024 06:49 IST
Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: Sending a message from ED custody, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind...
Sun, Mar 24, 2024
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 schedule announced: Check dates, constituency-wise detailsSubscriber Only
Mar 16, 2024 16:41 IST
Lok Sabha elections 2024: The general elections will be held between April 19 and June 1 across...
Fri, Apr 12, 2024
CAA Rules Highlights: CAA doesn’t deal with deportation of illegal immigrants, clarifies MHA
Mar 11, 2024 19:19 IST
CAA India Highlights: A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the...
Wed, Mar 13, 2024
How the Oscars became the biggest film awards on EarthSubscriber Only
Mar 11, 2024 07:07 IST
Oscars 2024: Why are the Oscars watched eagerly across the world and often seen as the pinnacle of...
Mon, Mar 11, 2024
Bihar Floor Test Highlights: Nitish Kumar wins floor test, RJD walks out
Feb 12, 2024 07:31 IST
Bihar Floor Test Highlights: During the session, three Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MLAs (Prahlad...
Tue, Feb 13, 2024
‘Thalapathy’ Vijay launches political party: A history of film stars’ entry into Tamil Nadu politicsSubscriber Only
Feb 04, 2024 17:20 IST
Vijay is not the first, and probably won’t be the last Tamil superstar to embark on a political...
Mon, Feb 05, 2024
Parliament Budget Session Highlights: INDIA alliance MPs walk out of LS over ex-Jharkhand CM Soren’s arrest
Feb 01, 2024 06:30 IST
Parliament Budget Session Highlights: The Parliament leaders of the INDIA parties will meet in the...
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