Author: farahath

Can the labourers finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

Year after year, the labourers strive to be heard but, only get pacified with Government’s false promises. Recently, the protests seem to have gained enough momentum to pressurise the authorities to take decisions. Anjala Farahath On New Years’ Day, as we awoke our jubilant selves to rosy beginnings, a Contract Powrakarmika (sanitation worker), Lakshmamma dejectedly … Continue reading Can the labourers finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

‘Orphaned’ Ullal Lake on its death bed

Amidst the diminishing number of lakes, from 262 in 1960 to 34 now, in the Silicon Valley lies a forgotten lake. Anjala Farahath Toward the South-western part of Bangalore lies Ullal Lake. Contrary to what the name suggests,this lake is far from being one. The lake bed of 31.1 Acres is on its death bed, … Continue reading ‘Orphaned’ Ullal Lake on its death bed

Who’s standing up for men? Cinema’s flippant attitude towards male molestation

From India’s first feature film, Raja Harishchandra to Badrinath ki Dulhania, Indian Cinema has represented the pertinent values and lifestyle of the society. In fact, Popular cinema and culture find its gnarly roots tangled with each other. Although change is perceived as inevitable,for many a years, the industry that derives its scripts and stories from … Continue reading Who’s standing up for men? Cinema’s flippant attitude towards male molestation

Theatre of the oppressed:Watch, think, act and react.

Lights.Camera.Reaction We have all been spectators of theatre that tells a story. But, a year ago, I experienced something different. This was a theatre of a different kind. The kind that urged me to take an initiative. It was time to pull up my socks and get up from the chair of a spectator and … Continue reading Theatre of the oppressed:Watch, think, act and react.

A pinch of Freedom in an ocean of Democracy: Freedom of Speech

In a country where people like all things free, freedom of speech is in the throes of being locked up and beaten to death. In an era when much of what passes for debate and discussion in this Democracy stands on the meek shoulders of freedom of speech, Stanley Fish’s words, “There is no such … Continue reading A pinch of Freedom in an ocean of Democracy: Freedom of Speech

Of Dreams and Reality

Childhood is often seen as the most memorable and care-free phase of one’s life. Siddappa, a 12-year- old boy of daily wage workers learns the lessons of life the harsh way, at the cost of his childhood innocence. But, his dreams overpower his struggle. With aspirations and goals, Siddappa juggles between his dreams and reality.