The city — sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce
Web rescue
Truth is the first casualty in conflict. And in Kashmir, truth and people have died endlessly for over three decades, with multiple narratives floating about the exodus of Pandits, army excesses, the tribulations of the soldier and more.
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Sanjay Kak
In such a situation, only the few works of rigorous and quality documentation become our point of access. Among them, Sanjay Kak’s long documentary, Jashn-e-Azadi: How We Celebrate Freedom has been one of the most important sources of knowledge from 2007 (its year of release).
Over the years, public screenings have involved controversies, preventing it from reaching a larger audience. Now, webzine Raiot has launched it online. View it on YouTube. More power to free knowledge.
The choke’s on Tiger
Pic/Satej Shinde
Australian powerlifting champion and actor Nathan Jones attempts to mockingly choke actor Tiger Shroff at the trailer launch of a film that stars both, while Remo D’Souza and Jacqueline Fernandez seem to enjoy the fake encounter.
Tripping over 53
The opening of the newest outlet of Social in Andheri brought cheer to tipplers in the area. Here’s more good news. Tomorrow, from 12 noon to 9 pm, the pub known for its VFM cocktails will feature a special menu called DISCO 53, where food and drinks will be priced at Rs 53.
Thai Maalish
“The location pin code is 53, and Disco 53 salutes the spirit of yesteryears, one that was filled with endless partying, bright lights and groovy dance music; everything on the special menu is priced at 53,” says Shobita Kadan on behalf of the chain. Now that being broke isn’t an excuse, we shudder to imagine how packed the space will be.
A bit of Mandela in Mumbai
Since 2009, July 18 is celebrated across the world as Nelson Mandela International Day, to remember the birth anniversary of the leader. Each year, the UN joins a call by the Nelson Mandela Foundation to devote 67 minutes of time to helping others.
Maropene Ramokgopa, South African Consul General, grooves with the kids
This year, the South African Consulate in partnership with other South African state entities, businesses and partners spent time with underprivileged children of Mumbai NGO Smile Foundation. Maropene Ramokgopa, South African Consul General shared, “We are urging every Mumbaikar to do something good or spend some time each day that would make a difference in the life of somebody.
We intended to spread some happiness and love amongst the less fortunate.” The UN General Assembly has been celebrating this day in recognition of his contribution to justice, freedom & democracy since 2009. The high point of the visit was when consulate members including the consul general shook a leg at an impromptu dance performance on Bollywood music along with the kids. A day well spent.
Samovar memories
As Bombayphiles mourn the passing away of a cultural pillar, Usha Khanna, in a timely coincidence, we spotted a post by the Cafe Samovar FB page. They had shared frames of the iconic cafe that were spotted in one of the now-popular Irani cafe-themed outlets Dishoom! in London.
The frame at Dishoom! that celebrates Cafe Samovar
As we zoomed into the grainy photo, we spotted the famous aisle of the cafe, another with artist and patron MF Husain at the cafe and a third with Usha Khanna and her daughters, Deveika and Malavika.
Usha Khanna
Needless to say, her contribution to the cultural landscape of Mumbai is an urban legend across the seven seas. And rightly so.
Cheering for Thespo
As Thespo enters its 18th edition, a wet Monday didn’t deter young theatre-enthusiasts to gather in big numbers for the orientation meeting at Prithvi Theatre in Juhu.
Quasar Thakore, Richa Chedda and festival manager Spriha Nakhre
Actor Richa Chedda dropped by along with Sananda Mukhopadhyay, Aakash Mohimen and other Thespo alumni. The evening saw ideas flow, ushering the start of another exciting chapter in its timeline.
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