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Gulzar's "Come Let's All Wear Mirrors"- A critical appreciation :

                                                      Come, let’s all wear mirrors                             Everyone will see their own face                            Everyone will seem beautiful here                            What is seen is not what it is                            The face printed on the mirror                                   The mirror’s translation is never exac t "                             ...
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Literary Movements: Part 4

  Metaphysical Poets: Acclaimed English writer and critic Samuel Johnson, in his book " Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets" coined the term 'Metaphysical Poets ' to denote a group of 17th century British poets whose poetry explored the philosophical & spiritual world going beyond the physical reality. With the use of complex paradoxes, metaphysical conceits, witty language blending logic and emotion together these poets  truly pushed the limits of poetic expression and despite Johnson's initial criticism the term has become a celebrated label for this group.  Popularly known as 'Metaphysical poetry' ; their works majorly deal with the themes of love, religion, political satire, death  and human experiences, often making comparisons between two seemingly unrelated & far-fetched things that surprise the readers. Prominent members of this group are:             John Donne   :   ' The Good-Morrow' , 'The Sun-  ...
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Mrs. Movie Review : A Poignant Rebellion Against Traditional Patriarchal Whims:

Kudos to Arati Kadav for hitting the silver screen 🎞 with ' Mrs.'(2024).  Whereas high octane drama, saccharine romance mostly dominate the cinematic landscape ' Mrs .' certainly stands out as a quite yet thunderous commentary on the nature of patriarchy. Lead by mesmerizing Sanya Malhotra this Hindi remake of the 2021 Malayalam gem ' The Great Indian Kitchen ' aptly captures the original essence and delivers a story that is both universal and deeply personal. The story never screams its message but let the execution of daily oppression speak for itself. Somehow compelling the viewers to confront societal truths otherwise overlooked and making it a must watch for anyone willing to engage with the issue. When kitchen becomes the battleground for gender equality and fighting for self-respect a norm— ' Mrs .'  portrays the story of Richa (Sanya Malhotra) , a vibrant girl with dreams to become a professional dancer who enters an arranged marriage with Diwak...
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Sujoy Ghosh's AHALYA: Mythology Wrapped in Modernity

Sujoy Ghosh's ' Ahalya ' brings to the table an age-old Ramayana myth of seduction and curse wrapped in modernity. This gripping 14 minute masterpiece weaves Ahalya's curse into a sleek, unsettling psychological thriller that leaves the viewer flabbergasted with its final curveball. What begins with a probing visit by a police officer to an aging artist's house in search of a missing model soon turns into a conundrum of seduction & punishment brilliantly reimagining the curse of Ahalya- Sage Gautama's beautiful wife whom he cursed to stone for her infidelity. With Radhika Apte's captivating performance, Soumitra Chatterjee's enigmatic presence & Tota Roy Chowdhury's flawless execution, Ghosh delivers mythology sheathed in a glossy layer of contemporary suspense that lingers even after the credits roll. In the ancient tale, Ahalya is portrayed as a victim- seduced by Indra under the guise of her husband and then harshly punished by the husband...
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Ted Hughes' "Crow's Fall"‐ A Critical Appreciation Unraveling How The Paradox of Black & White Reveals Victory in Defeat

                            "Where white is black and black is white, I won." Of Ted Hughes entire Crow   series " Crow's Fall" stands out as a striking instance of the recurring theme of arrogance leading to defeat. Hughes masterfully envelopes the theme using the paradox of black and white. Written sometimes between 1966 to 1969- this compact, explosive piece included in the landmark collection Crow: From the Life and Songs of the Crow ,  was first published in 1970. Here, in the poem the Crow is depicted as an once-white mythical creature symbolizing purity who blinded by his overreaching pride dares to assault the sun that ends up in his charred transformation. Yet, at the end, he croaks out- ' I won ' making the poem a perfect microsom of the series' bleaker themes - victory in defeat. As a modern poem " Crow's Fall  " follows no traditional rhythm and meter; it is written in free verse allowing th...
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From Shelfmate to Soulmate: An Enduring Bond Between Books & Readers

Life is a dynamic, ever-changing journey to depth, maturity & knowledge. Along this path we make countless bonds- some of these fleet leaving behind memories, others endure enriching our souls. Much like this the bond we forge with books evolves us, transforming them from mere shelfmates to soulmates that guide and uplift our lives. As an infant when we start discovering the world books become our teacher, in adulthood books impart knowledge & nurture  maturity while in oldage it becomes a companion with loving possession. Each page turned takes a step deeper into a relationship that grows with us in the moments of joy, sorrow & profound learning. Gradually this becomes more intimate. Apart from gaining the practical knowledge we turn towards book for emotional bandages too. As in moments of uncertainty it brings the worldly wisdom in moments of distress it becomes an age-old friend offering the solace nowhere else to be found. From being  shelfmate it transforms i...
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