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‘Shaitaan’: Grips with a Sinister Atmosphere and Stellar Performances

‘Shaitaan’: Grips with a Sinister Atmosphere and Stellar Performances

By Dhaval Roy Story: When a family lets a stranger into their farmhouse, the man mysteriously controls the teenage daughter. She does every bizarre and life-threatening thing he commands her to. What dark secret does the stranger possess, and can this desperate family escape his twisted game? Review: A good supernatural thriller typically relies on elements […]

BEST HOLI EVER: Masala Radio FM 98.7’s Houston Holi Festival of Colors

BEST HOLI EVER: Masala Radio FM 98.7’s Houston Holi Festival of Colors

HOUSTON: Over 13,000 thousand chimed…one of the BEST HOLI’s EVER!!  Masala Radio 98.7 FM’s management team agrees…best God-blessed weather…best venue, best crowd, most sponsors, greatest giveaways, most delicious food court, and the most performers…EVER!!  Weeks before Holi, every day on radio, Sunil T had been praying to God for overcast clouds so families could really […]

‘Dimensions of Tabla’ with Guru Shantilal Shah Captivates Houston Audience

‘Dimensions of Tabla’ with Guru Shantilal Shah Captivates Houston Audience

By Jigisha Doshi A packed house at the Stafford Civic Center resonated with the vibrant rhythms and melodies of Dimensions of Tabla. Organized by the Indian Music Society, Houston, and led by the esteemed Guru Shantilal Shah, the event showcased the crucial role of tabla players in enriching musical performances. The evening began with a […]

Captivating Provocative, Evocative Films at 16th Indian Film Festival Houston

Captivating Provocative, Evocative Films at 16th Indian Film Festival Houston

HOUSTON: The Indian Film Festival of Houston has long been recognized for the excellence and variety of its selections. The 16th annual event, held once again at the Asia Society on Southmore St. in the Museum District, outdid itself this year. Chosen from 47 submissions, the shorts, documentaries, and feature films were unlike the ones […]

DAV Celebrates 200th Birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati

DAV Celebrates 200th Birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati

By Acharya Bramdeo HOUSTON: On Sunday, February 25, students, parents, teachers, and volunteers joined to mark the occasion, and pay tribute to the eminent social, religious, economic, and political reformer – Swami Dayanand, the founder of the Arya Samaj at its location on Schiller Road on the city’s far westside. The educational reforms served as […]

How Do I Love You? in Hindi Verses and Song by International Hindi Association

How Do I Love You? in Hindi Verses and Song by International Hindi Association

By Jawahar Malhotra HOUSTON: Nothing touches the Desi mind and heart more than the mesmerizing sounds of music and song and the tantalizing smells and taste of spicy food. Both were available in ample quantities last Friday evening, February 16 as the International Hindi Association celebrated Valentine’s Day, never mind it was two days past […]

“Everything Here Belongs to You” Explores Love, Betrayal, Redemption

“Everything Here Belongs to You” Explores Love, Betrayal, Redemption

SUGAR LAND: Author Saborna Roychowdhury’s latest novel, Everything Here Belongs to You, is a captivating exploration of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the rich tapestry of Indian political history and culture. In the vein of Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, Roychowdhury draws from her own family’s experiences, weaving a spellbinding narrative that delves deep into the […]

A Mesmerizing Performance at IMAGH’s Ghazals Evening

A Mesmerizing Performance at IMAGH’s Ghazals Evening

By Rahat Sultana HOUSTON: Never one to flinch at the prospect of holding a mushaira to brighten up the spirits, the Indian Muslim Assoc. of Greater Houston started the New Year off with an evening of ghazals on Saturday, February 3 at the Elite restaurant on Hwy 6 South. The evening was attended by a […]

Houston Tech Leader Shines in Haut Monde Mrs. India Worldwide 2024

Houston Tech Leader Shines in Haut Monde Mrs. India Worldwide 2024

HOUSTON -– In an inspiring blend of beauty and intellect, Mrs. Devshree Golecha from Houston, Texas, has been announced as a finalist in the prestigious Haut Monde Mrs. India Worldwide 2024. This leading beauty pageant, known for its inclusive and diverse platform, celebrates women from all walks of life, empowering them to showcase their beauty […]

‘Indian Police Force’: Predictable but Novel

‘Indian Police Force’: Predictable but Novel

By Archika Khurana STORY: This seven-part series follows a Delhi police officer Kabir Malik (Sidharth Malhotra), who puts everything on the line to protect India’s national capital. REVIEW: Rohit Shetty’s foray into the web series realm with ‘Indian Police Force’ brings the signature elements of his cop universe to the digital space. This seven-part series has […]

16th Indian Film Festival of Houston: Unique, World Class Cinema

16th Indian Film Festival of Houston: Unique, World Class Cinema

WHO :  16th Indian Film Festival of Houston WHAT : Film Screenings, Live Q&A with filmmakers, Entertainment – Moodafaruka, Music without Borders Reception and Food – Verandah, A Taste of India WHEN:  Friday, February 23, 2024: 4 – 9:30 pm, and, Saturday, February 24, 2024: 4 – 9:30 pm WHERE:  Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 […]

‘Fighter’: Top-notch Aerial Action Elevates a Cliched Narrative

‘Fighter’: Top-notch Aerial Action Elevates a Cliched Narrative

By Daval Roy Story: As India faces a militant attack in Kashmir, the country’s best combat aviators join forces to form Air Dragons. The story chronicles their bravery while protecting India, camaraderie, team spirit, and a top fighter pilot’s redemption after an incident in the past. Review: Riding high on India’s Republic Day fervour, Siddharth Anand’s outing […]

‘Main Atal Hoon’ : Pankaj Tripathi Shines in this Homage to Vajpayee’s legacy

‘Main Atal Hoon’  : Pankaj Tripathi Shines in this Homage to Vajpayee’s legacy

By Dhaval Roy Story: The biopic follows the life and times of the former Prime Minister of India, Late Atal Bihari Vajpayee. It also chronicles the various facets of his personality and the country’s achievements under his leadership. Review: Making a biopic on a stalwart like the 10th Prime Minister of India, Late Atal Bihari Vajpayee, […]

‘Merry Christmas’ : A Neo-noir Surprise in This Twisted Tale

‘Merry Christmas’ : A Neo-noir Surprise in This Twisted Tale

By Dhaval Roy Story: Back in town after being away for seven years, a man spends Christmas Eve with a mysterious and lonely woman. The evening takes an unexpected and dark turn that could land him in trouble. Review: Thanks to consuming riveting suspense thrillers and crime dramas relentlessly, audiences can often easily predict twists or […]

‘Dry Day’: Spirited Performance in Quirky Tale

‘Dry Day’: Spirited Performance in Quirky Tale

By Dhaval Roy Story: The film is about a no-gooder alcoholic from a village who decides to fast until death to get alcohol banned when his wife vows to abort their baby. He takes on some influential people during his protest while struggling with withdrawal symptoms. Will he succeed in his endeavor? Review: The movie starts as […]

‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahaan’: Modern-Day Horror

‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahaan’: Modern-Day Horror

By Renuka Vyavahare Story: Set in Mumbai, three platonic friends navigate through life, relationships and career challenges in this slice-of-life drama that unfolds like a thriller. The trio is in for a rude awakening when they discover the impact of social media obsession on their day-to-day life. Review: What happens if social media crashes some day […]

‘Dunki’ : Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki is Dunked with Love and Longing

‘Dunki’ : Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki is Dunked with Love and Longing

By Sreeparna Sengupta Story: A soldier, Hardayal Singh Dhillon (Shah Rukh Khan) takes on an arduous and audacious mission, of helping a group of friends realise their dream of going to England. It seems like an impossible task because neither do they have a visa or nor can they can afford a ticket. And It is […]

‘Kastoori’: A Heartbreaking Story of Social Change and Escape

‘Kastoori’: A Heartbreaking Story of Social Change and Escape

By Renuka Vyavahare Story: Gopi, a 13-year-old boy exuding wisdom beyond his years and his best friend Adim, find escape in attar (aromatic essential oils) that offers them momentary escape from their poverty-ridden grim world plagued by death and dirt. After watching his dreams being crushed by everyone around him, it dawns upon Gopi that […]

Indo-American Association Announces 2024 Performing Arts Season

Indo-American Association Announces 2024 Performing Arts Season

IAA Receives Award as a “Houston Cultural Treasure HOUSTON: Indo-American Association (IAA) proudly presents its 2024 Season celebrating three decades of performing arts and cultural dialogue. For thirty years, IAA, a 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization, has worked relentlessly to promote Indian arts and culture in Greater Houston as well as nationally. The organization is now […]

Gopaal Seyn’s Art Students Put Up an Impressive Performance

Gopaal Seyn’s Art Students Put Up an Impressive Performance

By Sanchali Basu It was a privilege to be invited by artist friend Indranil Sen (whose artist signature is Gopaal Seyn) to speak and honor his students at their RedBlueArts Gallery in Sugar Land the evening of December 3. The RedBlueArts Academy and Gallery has been around since 2021 and I feel fortunate to have […]

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