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17/01/2025

- action-packed, raw... and a bit slow?


https://www.friedeye.com/movies/movie-review-ghost-of-maikhuli/

15/01/2025

The never-ending debate, isn't it? Corporate Social Responsibility

Lately, a lot of corporations, big and small, have suddenly woken up to the idea of corporate social responsibility. It’s a fancy word and it is no wonder that the corporate world has embraced it with a lot of gusto that belies the subtlety of the rather less than considerable impact it has on the

13/01/2025

From when Nandy was getting ready to burst into the scene...

https://www.friedeye.com/music/antara-nandy/

11/01/2025

From our archives:

My first trip after coming to Shillong, Meghalaya was to Mawlynnong and Dawki. It was the month of September and the climate had been wet but had become cooler. Let me first write a few lines about both these places. Mawlynnong is widely regarded as the cleanest village in Asia. However, many people...

06/01/2025

completes 80 years in 2025! And it is crazy how relevant the book still is to today's politics. Have you read it yet?

Published in 1945, George Orwell's Animal Farm remains a chillingly relevant allegory of political power and the dangers of unchecked ambition. Through the fable of animals rebelling against their human farmer, Orwell masterfully satirizes the Russian Revolution and the rise of Stalinism, exposing t...

02/01/2025

If you have not watched Monjul Baruah's Anur, you should probably read this!

Monjul Baruah's Anur: Eyes on the Sunshine, adapted from the short story 'Bhalpuwar Xomoi' by acclaimed Assamese author Anuradha Sharma Pujaree, is a poignant and introspective film that delves into the profound loneliness faced by aging parents in a world that often leaves them behind. The film, wh...

01/01/2025

And just like that, we turn 15! And here's something from our first day - Jan 1, 2010!

Its New Years Eve. And it has worked up frenzy among some of us to take New Year Resolutions. Habituated to acting in a pack (umm well almost) I have decided to take a resolution too... I have most resolutely resolved to be proud of being a Female- with all its inherent strengths and shortcomings.

24/12/2024

Is Amsterdam the best city to travel to? Some would say so. Here's a love story!

There is something about Amsterdam. I did not think much about it before I visited it. And now that I have had a chance to spend a couple of days in it, I can safely say it is one of the cities I truly could return to. Superficially Amsterdam conjures images of gabled houses lining - There is someth...

23/12/2024

One of the most discussed books in the last decade, Zealot looks into the history of Jesus beyond the Bible. Sounds exciting? 's book is more than that! Check this out!

Reza Aslan's Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth transports readers back to first-century Judea, a land simmering with discontent under Roman rule. Aslan, a renowned religious scholar, challenges traditional portrayals of Jesus, painting a picture of a revolutionary figure caught in the....

09/12/2024

A quick guide to exploring Frankfurt, Germany's financial capital!

Frankfurt, Germany's financial hub, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern dynamism. As the first stop on my European adventure, I was pleasantly surprised by the city's unique blend of history, culture, and modern architecture. As a budget traveller, I found flights to Frankfurt from Mu...

02/12/2024

Europe trip on your mind? Here's something for you to plan it in your budget!

Hey there, travel buddies! We just had our first family trip to Europe, and guess what? We didn't go bankrupt! (Okay, maybe a little backache from all that suitcase lifting, but that's another story for another time!) Now that I'm a seasoned traveler (well, at least a little more seasoned), I'm itch...

16/11/2024

A film museum might not be the first thing that comes to mind when exploring a city. But the German Film Museum in Frankfurt might just be worth your time if you are in the city. Read to know more.

https://www.friedeye.com/travel/a-journey-through-time-from-text-to-screen-german-film-museum-frankfurt/

09/08/2024

The New York Times recently released a list of the “100 Best Books of the 21st Century.” As is typical for the Times, the list quickly went viral and was widely debated and celebrated on soci…

04/06/2024

Did you know turned 90 this May? And he released his latest book! Read more.

Celebrating his 90th birthday, Ruskin Bond has gifted us with yet another treasure – "How to Be Happy"

03/06/2024

Abir Chatterjee's Shri Swapankumarer Badami Hyenar Kobole is not your regular detective film. Be ready to get surprised. Read our review

https://www.friedeye.com/movies/movie-review-shri-swapankumarer-badami-hyenar-kobole/

03/05/2024

16/04/2024

Lessons of leadership for kids!

The Gutsy Girls Who Led India" goes beyond mere storytelling by incorporating engaging activities and insightful notes designed to foster the development of leadership skills among children and young adults. -

10/07/2023

Sudhir Mishra's is now out on Netflix. Here's a review so that you know what to expect



https://www.friedeye.com/movies/movie-review-afwaah/