Set in the grimy gangland of North Madras, Aaranya Kaandam finally found its way to Indian theatres on 10 June 2011 – a full two years after its pulse-quickening poster first appeared.
The good news about this season — plenty of fruits. And you can do so much with them; take these coolers for starters.
Here is Gaiman's one and only piece of writing on vampires. It's an exquisite sestina.
Eton mess, a 19th century dessert popular in England, is named after an independent boys school founded by King Henry VI. It is a casual and tempting mixture of strawberries, cream, and meringue cookies which provides a refreshing way to end a summer meal.
The slutwalk is coming to Delhi. But does the movement need to be radically altered for India?
Stephanie Meyer may have turned vampire tales into sappy love stories. But in the old literary tradition, Vampires have always represented the sinister other.
Why is it that obfuscation scores over elucidation so often? A macabre fascination for complexity , double-speak and being in denial surrounds us. From Kashmir to Serbia.
Gaiman's Sandman reveals why he is the most talented heir to the long, rich legacy of fantasy fiction.
Chekhov’s ruthlessness about his craft is legendary. If his stories are clear springs full of swift currents, Chekhov’s letters are languorous rivers twisting their way across the countryside.
Aaj Rang Hai, from T-Pot & Aarambh Productions, is a delightful melodrama that has recently completed 25 performances all over the country with stopovers from Delhi to Trivandrum.
Few people know much about Slovenian food. But it’s a hidden European gem blending the best of its bigger neighbours.
The aroma wafting from a pot of boiling tea, the fragrance of cardamom, fresh ginger and the aromatic blend of the chai masala mix can turn you into a tea lover.
Didi might promise change in West Bengal but the Bengali appetite for mutton curry on Sunday lunch won't change. Siesta suggested after the curry.
Gola Sherbet is by far the most fun Mumbai street food and my one of my favourites. Its nothing but shaved ice on a stick with a glass of sherbet to dip it in and suck on. A step-by-step picture guide certainly brings it to life.
Philip Roth is this year's Man Booker International author. However the award has come with its share of controversies.
Recycling, that too beautifully, is a challenge. But there are plenty of ideas, if you have the time and patience.
There's a lot more to Japanese food than just 'raw fish'. Debika Pal lays bare the essence of Japanese cuisine with all its intricacies and emphasis on perfection. Read on to discover Japanese food beyond sushi.
The new study on HIV/AIDS, which said treating infected people with anti-retrovirals early on could stop infection transmission, sounds promising. However, early detection and the course of medication are still huge challenges.
Yes, India is a land of plentiful sunshine, but the truth is we do suffer from Vitamin D deficiency. Why?
Strawberry shortcake is an American invention and helped induce strawberry fever there. But it can be made with peaches, blueberries or other summer fruit. Kassam suggests serving this simple delicious dessert with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream, a perfect finish to a summer meal.
The Oberoi seems to be for now at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of the Indian palate. First Ziya and now bringing in someone like Chef Macchia.
Preparing Middle Eastern food at home is not too complicated since meals comprise of simple but fresh ingredients, and some key spices such as sumac, za’atar, all spice, cumin, and lots of fresh herbs, lemon and garlic, and, of course, olive oil.
From satin to silk to chiffon to denim -- there's a jumpsuit for every occasion. Here are pics for the season.