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1994 was coming to an end in about a month. After an all-night red-eye train journey, I woke up at the first stroke of sunlight. No, I am not an early riser, but the rays were in direct sight and I couldn’t shut them out. After a long disembarking session, we changed over to the… Continue reading Hello New York

Life has been moving in the fast lane. And now that one of the paths is clear, it is time to share the joy with the world and invite one and all to be a part of the ongoing journey. My first film as a producer – Evening Shadows – is now on its way… Continue reading Evening Shadows – Premiere Time

I woke up late. Much later than I expected to. And when I did, I had a hope against hope that I dreamt it all up. That’s the speciality of time. Doesn’t matter whether I want to turn it around, it just keeps marching ahead. As the day progressed, I witnessed that the emotions were… Continue reading E Pluribus Unum

As I was finishing off my sehri and looking forward to the day of fasting on a supposedly serene Sunday early morning, my television was playing the aftermath of yet another mass shooting in a town of the corner state. I waited for the press conference only to listen that details were to be revealed… Continue reading I am Muslim and Gay

The mention of Silicon Valley brings the images of the glass buildings nestled in the midst of large open spaces filled with highly-skilled ‘educated’ professionals. Silicon Valley also portrays the overwhelming presence of the Indian community. A community that I belong to. At least, legally, I still belong to. Today, I witnessed a shattering. A… Continue reading Intolerance of Indian Majority