Thought Box

THOUGHT FACTORY: MEMORIES OF A LEGEND

Remembering Shyam Benegal: A visionary filmmaker who redefined Indian cinema with his pioneering stories, humility, and unwavering support for independent voices that continue...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: WHEN INSTITUTIONS FAIL, ART SUFFERS

When cultural institutions compromise artistic integrity due to bureaucratic interference, creative expression weakens, and a nation's cultural identity is inevitably at risk ...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: A CINEMATIC CLASSIC REBORN

Experience the timeless magic of Sringaram - Dance of Love, a National Award-winning Tamil classic reimagined in 4K, celebrating India’s cultural heritage with stunning ...

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POLITICS: YEAREND THOUGHTS ON THE TYRANNY OF POWER

Exploring geopolitical strife, expansionism, and communal tensions shaping the modern world, with reflections from Noam Chomsky and the enduring poetry of Sahir Ludhianvi. Hum...

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KALEIDOSCOPE: ROMANCING THE 80S WITH SEEMA SETHI

Monojit Lahiri attempts to zoom in on both close-ups and long shots, covering a decade that was, and remains for many, forever special. The book Romancing the 80s, explores th...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: VOICES OF CHANGE 2024

Celebrating Courage and Creativity: Meet the Inspiring Changemakers of 2024 – A tribute to individuals who reshaped cinema, arts, activism, and leadership through storie...

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BUSINESS: B2B2C2P - THE REAL ADVERTISING DILEMMA

Advertising's evolving landscape is driven by tech disruption, founder egos, and changing media dynamics. Can agencies adapt or risk obsolescence in a world where influence an...

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RETROSCOPE: VIOLATIONS, DEMOLITIONS, PUBLIC OUTRAGE

Humra Quraishi’s reflections on a year of upheaval for minorities, where state actions and identity politics have eroded trust. This year-end retrospective urges readers...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: THE MUSICALITY OF NARRATIVE FILM

"Exploring the harmony between emotions and cinema, where musicality takes precedence over craftsmanship, transforming films into authentic, heartfelt expressions that connect...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: A CLOSE ENCOUNTER WITH BELA BHATIA

Championing justice, Bela Bhatia’s inspiring work in conflict zones, and her book India’s Forgotten Country: A View From the Margins, highlights her unwavering com...

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PRESERVING JAMSHEDPUR'S LIVING LEGACY

The Parsis of Jamshedpur: Prof. Dr. Avinash Kolhe explores the rich legacy of Jamshedpur...

June 22 2026

THERE IS ALWAYS ROOM AT THE TABLE

As debates around immigration, citizenship and belonging intensify worldwide, Vinta Nand...

June 21 2026

AI, CREATIVITY AND PURPOSE UNITE

From AI-powered filmmaking education and innovative talent recruitment to empathy-driven...

June 20 2026