In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow guy discover something elemental: how much they actually have in common. That is the plot of the movie ‘Elemental’. While watching it last week, I couldn’t help but see our own story reflected in it. Now,…
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A Casual Intimidation
As those strong hands swept through my body, I felt he stripped me naked. He was authorized to do so and I couldn’t raise a voice. He was an officer. Every day, men come across a type of harassment that is so casual yet intimidating, it has become almost normal. It is so subtle, so…
Queer Representation @ Civil 20 Summit
This weekend, I had the privilege of attending the Civil 20 Summit, which was held as part of the G20. The summit aimed to discuss Integrated Holistic Health – mind, body, and environment, and brought together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to share their thoughts and experiences with everyone involved. It was held at Amrita Hospital…
Being gay is my identity, and my Pronouns are my designation
Being gay is not a choice; it is a fundamental part of one’s identity. It is not a phase, a trend, or a lifestyle. It is simply who we are. It took me 30 years to come to terms with my sexuality and to accept myself for who I am, and I am not going…
The World of Coca-Cola
The famous beverage has been a part of people’s lives globally for over a century, and the brand has become synonymous with happiness, joy, and celebration. The World of Coca-Cola is a place that evokes a sense of nostalgia. As someone who has worked on the brand in the past; I can attest that the…
Exploring Vulnerability and Freedom in America: A Gay Man’s Perspective from India
As they walked into the club in shimmery ivory, turning heads. They seem like a mother bee walking in the hive, where everyone wants to have a glimpse of them. As a gay man from India, going to a Queer club in America can be a thrilling experience. It’s a place where people from all…
To the World, With Love
I had this weird feeling on Monday mode,This might be my last day in this world’s abode. I had no regrets for the time I spent,My love for all was true, and I didn’t pretend. Only if I could have settled and secured my family,My soul could have parted and made a journey happily. Yet…
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Clothes of memories
तेरा बरामदा
आज भी जब उस राह गुज़रता हूँ,नज़रें एक टक उस बरामदे पर चली जाती हैं. खुद को झूठ ना बोल पाऊंगा,हाँ, देखते ही यादेँ ताज़ा हो जाती हैं. तू नहीं, पर तेरा एहसास आज भी है वहां,इक भ्रम सी परछाई आज भी दिख जाती है. उस कमरे की तस्वीर आज भी ज़हन में हैं छपी,वह…
When I’m gone
Don’t hate me if I’m gone,Just know that I tried my best. Don’t hate me if I’m gone,Because it’s time for me to take a rest. Don’t hate me if I’m gone,As there were no purposeful possibilities. Don’t hate me if I’m gone,As I have been there to the best of my abilities. Don’t hate…
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