Seven-Year Itch

Seven years – that’s 2,555 days of love, arguments, laughter, silence, shared meals, cancelled trips, long hugs, and the eternal “what should we watch tonight?” question. They say the seven-year itch makes couples restless, but honestly, if that’s true, we’ve been scratching that itch since year one – sometimes gently, sometimes like two cats tangled…

NUMB

There’s something creepy crawling inside me.No, it’s not a ghost. It’s worse.It’s slowly eating away at my emotions, empathy, and will to feel.I think it started small – a moment here, a moment there.A forgotten phone call. A hug that didn’t land. A message left on read. And now?I feel… NOTHING.Yes, I’m NUMB. No, I’m…

I Am a Hugger

Hugs are so underrated. Not the polite, half-hearted ones. I’m talking about those tight, real hugs- where your arms wrap around someone, and for a few seconds, both of you forget everything else. The noise fades. The chaos pauses. And all that remains is warmth. Yes, I am a hugger. Always have been. Even when…

Window Shopping

Through virtual windows, I peer and swipe,A catalogue of men, each prototype.No vows, no bonds, no legal decree,Just endless aisles of “What could be.” Migrating birds, they flit and roam,No nesting hearts, no solid home.Loyalty? A fleeting disguise,Lost in the glare of pixelated skies. Grindr’s ping, a digital bell,Announces sales of lust to sell.Swipe left,…

The Year it Was: 2024

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….

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…

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…

I Am Your Gay Best Friend

Do you even realise how lucky you are? Like, seriously. Having a Gay Best Friend (GBF) is like winning the friendship lottery. It’s all glitter, sass, and a dash of emotional support you never knew you needed. First things first, I’m a multitasking wizard. One minute, I’m giving you life-changing advice while I’m sober, and…

Born Free Yet Caged by the Society

Hey there, Awesome folks! I’m Ankur, a middle-aged guy from New Delhi. My life is all about making films, travelling, taking photos, telling stories, and irritating my partner. But beyond the cool pictures and exciting tales, there’s a deeper story—the journey of being gay in India. Today, I want to share a bit of that…

The Unbuttoned Shirt

There’s something irresistibly captivating about a man with an unbuttoned shirt. The way the fabric drapes casually, teasing me with glimpses of what lies beneath, ignites a primal fire within me. I vividly recall a scorching summer day when the air clung to my skin and the city simmered in lazy heat. That’s when I…