As 2024 draws to a close, I sit quietly with a cup of coffee. I reflect on the months gone by. If I had to summarize this year, it would be difficult to express everything openly. There’s a whirlwind of emotions, and my thoughts feel tangled, like fairy lights after a long year in storage….
Author: ankurmondal
“My purpose is to express my soul through art, music, and words—to create beauty that heals and inspires. I exist to be a mirror and a sanctuary for those who feel unseen, unheard, or unloved—especially within the queer community and those who’ve shaped my journey. Through my presence, I offer people the freedom to be fully themselves, the courage to heal, and the dignity of being truly respected. My life is a gentle rebellion against indifference—a living example of what it means to honor humanity, one heart at a time.”
All of Us Strangers
The idea of six degrees of separation is enchanting. This thought suggests any two people in the world are connected through just six acquaintances. It suggests that the world may feel vast. Still, we’re only a few handshakes away from one another. Yet, within this comforting notion lies a quiet question: what about the people…
A Table for One
My heart is yellow,The thoughts are deep,A table for one,Is all I need. The world spins fast,It voices loud,But here I sit,Away from the crowd. No masks to wear,No roles to play,Just me, myself,At the end of the day. This quiet moment,So rare, so true,A space to breathe,The life renew. It’s not escape,It’s a loving…
Embracing Bad Luck: The Art of Pivoting
I once caught a line from a movie that really stuck with me: “It’s one of the benefits of bad luck. It teaches you to pivot.” There’s definitely some truth there. Life can throw us off track, and sometimes it feels like it does so over and over again. As a middle-aged Indian gay man,…
दिल की कचोट
कभी-कभी बहुत रोना आता है,पर आँसू नहीं आते।एक कचोट सी है दिल में,पर बयान नहीं किये जाते। है दुनिया खुशनुमा,पर मैं खुश नहीं।हूँ भीड़ में भी तन्हा,पर उसमें भी गम नहीं। अकेलेपन में अक्सर,क्षण भर की ख़ुशी पा जाता,पर मेरी परछाई को भी,मेरा साथ रास नहीं आता। मन की चाहत से हूँ मैं अनजान,बस मिल…
How Much is Your Dignity Worth?
I’ve been in this industry long enough to know that dealing with difficult clients is just part of the game in advertising. You’ll always hear stories from colleagues, swap them over drinks, and sometimes even have a laugh about it later. But every now and then, you’ll come across a client who really pushes your…
Frozen Gaze
I may look cold as ice,When I see in them nothing nice.With a gaze that could freeze,And a heart that’s hard to please. You may find me rude,But on good days, I’m the next-door dude.A familiar face with hidden grace,Waiting for a smile to light up this space. Behind the frost, there’s warmth untold,A story…
The Limit of Humanity: A Reflection
In the crazy world of advertising, things move at lightning speed. We’re all in a race against time, chasing quick turnarounds, instant results, and immediate satisfaction. It’s like we’re living in fast-forward mode, trying to get everything done in a flash. But in this rush, how often do we lose our cool when things don’t…
Choosing the Right Clients: An Agency Producer’s Perspective
As someone who has worked as an agency producer for almost two decades in the advertising industry, I have had the opportunity to navigate through a wide spectrum of experiences. One question that constantly arises, particularly in today’s AI-driven world, is who should we prioritise? Should we prioritise a client with substantial brand value and…
ANKUR MONDAL 