Powerful People

POWERFUL PEOPLE: NEXT ACT, DEFYING PATRIARCHY

Khalid Mohamed interviews actor and former supermodel Dipannita Sharma on toxic Bollywood dynamics, gender politics, and her powerful theatrical debut in Ishwar, a bold retell...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: THE BIG WORLD OF PRAVESH SIPPY

Khalid Mohamed in conversation with Pravesh Sippy on changing lanes from the big-budget films of his father N.N. Sippy, iconic producer and distributor, to making independent ...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER

From Ajmer to artificial intelligence, Kamal Swaroop’s cinematic odyssey spans surreal visions, forgotten histories, and radical pedagogy—mapping a life devoted to...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: SINGING OVER BONES BY AMY SINGH

Poet Amy Singh speaks on her debut collection, the power of poetry to heal, the politics of verse, and why true poetry must linger, unsettle, and transform its reader. Shantan...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: DR. JAHANARA BEGUM’S JOURNEY

"I searched for myself in acting and found reflections of my soul through the characters I portrayed." Utpal Datta speaks to actor Dr. Jahanara Begum. Dr. Jahanara Begum, cel...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: YASSA KHAN’S BOLD NARRATIVES

Filmmaker Yassa Khan shares his journey from graphic design to cinema, creating deeply personal, visually stunning films like PINK, blending identity, resilience, and powerful...

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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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POWERFUL PEOPLE: CINEMA, ART AND REVOLUTION

From crafting visionary films to building an inclusive filmmaking community, Kabeer Khurana redefines cinema as a mirror of society and a tool for transformation. Vinta Nanda ...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: USHA UTHUP - THE QUEEN OF POP

Celebrating Usha Uthup’s five-decade journey as a musical trailblazer, cultural ambassador, and symbol of empowerment, bridging Indian and global music traditions. Vinta...

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POWERFUL PEOPLE: A TRAILBLAZER IN MOUNTAINEERING

Trailblazing Indian mountaineer Chandraprabha Aitwal: First woman to summit Nanda Devi, inspiring generations. Let’s discover her journey, legacy, and insights on life t...

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RETROSCOPE: THE FLAME THAT STILL BURNS

When Smita Patil Breathed Her Last On The Midnight Of December 13, 1986, The World Of Ci...

December 13 2025

MOVIES: A STARK MIRROR OF EXPLOITATION

In this powerful review, critic Utpal Datta examines The Untold Agony, revealing how Jay...

December 12 2025

ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: TALE OF A CRIME THAT CUTS DEEP

A gripping Saudi thriller that uses the framework of a desert murder mystery to expose t...

December 11 2025