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Pushpa 2’s success: What are ‘masala movies’, which Bollywood loved and seems to have lost?Subscriber Only
December 23, 2024 22:32 IST
As Bollywood falters and movies from the south come roaring in to capture the space it once dominated, we take a look at 'masala' films. What is the genre, and why does it matter so much to audiences, critics, and the film industry?
Explained: The transcendental legacy of Ustad Zakir HussainSubscriber Only
December 17, 2024 13:08 IST
Zakir Hussain passed away after a brief illness on Sunday. Here is why the tabla maestro is considered to be among the greatest musicians India has ever produced
Rahul Gandhi mentions Eklavya: His story beyond the thumb-cutting, questions of ‘dharma’ it raisesSubscriber Only
December 18, 2024 11:59 IST
The broad story of Eklavya and how he lost his thumb are well-known. But what happened to him after the episode with Drona? What questions of 'dharma' and duty are raised by his story? We explain.
Explained: From ‘brain rot’ to ‘kakistocracy’, what Words of the Year tell us about 2024Subscriber Only
December 11, 2024 05:09 IST
While 'brain rot' relates to the constant consumption of online content, 'kakistocracy' refers to the 'rule of the worst' in politics. Here is what to know.
Treacle puddings, Turkish Delights, with a side of nostalgia: foods from beloved children’s books, explainedSubscriber Only
December 10, 2024 22:38 IST
Puddings can be savoury, and 'pastries' in the West don't mean sponge cake and cream. Here are more food items you may have read about in Enid Blyton and other books, decoded.
Explained: The Turner Prize for art and the controversies around itSubscriber Only
December 7, 2024 12:46 IST
Indian-origin artist Jasleen Kaur has won this year’s Turner Prize, which has helped many past winners attract mainstream recognition, and led to several controversies.
All about Chill Guy, the internet’s newest favourite iconSubscriber Only
November 28, 2024 12:44 IST
Today a viral meme, Chill Guy presents a marked contrast to recent social media trends that incorporate detachment.
Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Divas: The life and martyrdom of the ninth Sikh GuruSubscriber Only
November 24, 2024 15:35 IST
Guru Tegh Bahadur was executed on the orders of Aurangzeb in 1675. At the site of his execution stands Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib in Delhi.
Why T M Krishna’s ‘criticism’ of M S Subbulakshmi is in fact a commentary on society at largeSubscriber Only
November 25, 2024 15:23 IST
In its recent order, Madras High Court called for respecting the legendary singer’s wishes. The legal battle spotlighted the fault lines in the Carnatic music establishment, and the questions raised by Krishna, its famous insider
How a duct-taped banana sold for millions of dollarsSubscriber Only
November 24, 2024 12:05 IST
The artwork is just a fresh banana affixed to a wall with duct tape. Its purchaser receives a roll of duct tape, instructions on how to 'install' the banana and a certificate of authenticity guaranteeing it is an original work
How Bollywood influenced Björk’s experimental electronic musicSubscriber Only
November 22, 2024 14:25 IST
India has been inextricably weaved into the work of Icelandic musician Björk — one of the world’s first ‘experimental’ electronic artists. She met Sridevi on the sets of Bollywood film ‘Judaai’ and one of her songs samples a Satyajit Ray film's soundtrack
What happens during the exposition of sacred relics of Saint Francis Xavier in GoaSubscriber Only
November 21, 2024 11:22 IST
Pilgrims and tourists from around the world will come to Goa for the 45-day long event to venerate the sacred relics of the saint
International Men’s Day: Why it is on November 19, Indian woman’s role behind itSubscriber Only
November 20, 2024 11:50 IST
What is International Men's Day? Why is Men's Day not observed on the same scale as UN-recognised Women's Day? Do we even need a Men's Day? We explain.
Miss Universe 2024 crown goes to Denmark: How the pageant began, its tryst with Trump and bankruptcySubscriber Only
November 18, 2024 12:22 IST
Do you know how the Miss Universe pageant came into being? Here's the answer to that, along with other interesting facts about the contest.
Tulsi Vivah 2024: What is the legend behind the festival, which marks beginning of Hindu wedding seasonSubscriber Only
November 13, 2024 11:49 IST
Why is Tulsi married to Shaligram on Tulsi Vivah? What is the Shaligram? All your questions answered.
‘No sex with Trump voters’: The ABC of the 4B movementSubscriber Only
November 11, 2024 20:53 IST
While the 4B movement originated in South Korea a few years ago, not having sex with men as a political protest is not a new idea. We take a look at 4B, its history, and (non-sexist) criticism.
Sharda Sinha beyond Chhath songs: Her contributions to literature, folk arts in BiharSubscriber Only
November 10, 2024 19:25 IST
Sharda Sinha's Chhath songs are enough to make Bihari migrants homesick. However, her contributions extend far beyond that. We take a look.
Chhath Puja: What is it, what makes it the most important festival of BiharSubscriber Only
November 8, 2024 18:04 IST
What is Chhath puja and why is it celebrated six days after Diwali? Which deity is Chhathi maiya? What is it about Chhath that makes it so close to the Bihari heart?
‘No secret chamber found inside Jagannath temple’: why the claim was made, how ASI surveyed shrineSubscriber Only
November 5, 2024 21:47 IST
Among the many myths about the Ratna Bhandar of Puri's Jagannath Temple is the existence of a secret tunnel or chamber. Here is why the myth persisted, and what has been done now.
Dhanteras, National Ayurveda Day 2024: Who is Dhanvantri, and how is he linked to bothSubscriber Only
October 31, 2024 17:55 IST
National Ayurveda Day 2024: Why is Dhanvantri called the Father of Ayurveda? Also, why is he worshipped on Dhanteras? We explain.
Artistes object to Trump rallies playing their songs: who all have spoken out, how nods for such use are givenSubscriber Only
October 27, 2024 17:37 IST
Rufus Wainwright has joined a long list of musicians, including Celine Dion, Abba, and Beyonce, who have protested the Trump campaign's use of their songs. Why are they objecting, and what are their rights here?
Why is Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 banned in Kuwait?Subscriber Only
October 24, 2024 20:18 IST
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the latest version of one of the most popular video games of all time, has been banned owing to political sensitivities in Kuwait. However, this is not the first time Call of Duty has attracted controversy.
Liam Payne passes away: What is known of his death, how One Direction became a global phenomenonSubscriber Only
October 18, 2024 13:05 IST
Liam Payne News: Payne had earlier spoken publicly about his struggles with substance abuse. Here is what is known so far about his death and what made the band One Direction a phenomenon.
Han Kang wins Literature Nobel: Why South Korean culture is a global hitSubscriber Only
October 14, 2024 10:56 IST
Already popular through K-pop, the TV series "Squid Game" and the Oscar success "Parasite," South Korean culture is once again in the spotlight with Han Kang's Nobel Prize win. But how did the K-wave start?
Explained: The enduring legacy of James BondSubscriber Only
October 6, 2024 18:34 IST
Dr. No, the first Bond film, starring Sean Connery as the slick British spy, premiered worldwide 62 years ago. But the story of Agent 007 goes back even further
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