Manjamma Jogathi discovered in folk theatre and Jogathi Nritya not just a calling but a language of survival. Born Manjunath in a small town in Karnataka’s Bellary district, she grew up watching village plays and temple performances, even as her womanhood struggled for expression.
A poignant collection of short stories that provides a vivid glimpse into the lives of women in India, spanning diverse socio-economic backgrounds and experiences. These slice-of-life stories on the marginalization and gender-based oppression that women face daily in a patriarchal society also speak of their resilience.
The book revolves around what Richo calls the Five A’s of Love — Attention, Acceptance, Appreciation, Affection, and Allowing. At first, they sound simple, but as you read on, you realize how deeply they shape every relationship in your life
"12 Years," a contemporary romance novel by Chetan Bhagat, is a recent hit in the market that portrays the romantic and relationship dynamics between Saket Khurana, a 33-year-old divorced man, and Payal Jain, a 21-year-old passionate yet conservative Punjabi Jain.