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The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us. From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time.After a successful season of sharing inspiring stories, The Literature Lounge is now an independent podcast under The Mohua Show (TMS) banner. We have featured popular authors such as Gargi Rawat, Radhika Oberoi, Kiran Manral, Swami Mukundananda, Sharmishtha Mukherjee, Aseem Chhabra and many more on our show.Episode SummaryIn this alluring episode, Anuja Chandramouli, renowned new-age Indian classicist, brings to life Ilango Adigal's timeless Tamil classic, Silapathikaram. Her modern take on this classic, The Wife and the Dancing Girl, reimagines the boundaries of passionate love and what it means to be a ‘dutiful' woman. Anuja shares her take on the dance between sacrifice and pleasure that plague every woman's destiny amidst a background of mytho-fiction and feminism. She explores themes of love and loss, and letting go without giving in to your destructive tendencies. Most of all, her book explores what it means to be a woman in an epic saga bent on branding you as a whore or goddess.The episode concludes with Anuja sharing tips for dealing with writer's block and takeaways from her book, leaving listeners with the motivation to get back to reading and writing in 2025. Don't miss this entertaining conversation!Chapters00:00 Introduction 01:45 Revisiting Silapathikaram: A Feminist Perspective05:32 Exploring the Love Triangle: Kanagi and Madhavi09:01 Themes of Love, Betrayal, and Modern Relationships13:06 Challenges in Retelling Ancient Myths17:08 Understanding Kovalan: The Flawed Hero20:18 Humanizing Madhavi: The Dancing Girl's Depth22:40 Balancing Mythology with Human Emotion25:29 Consequences of Suppressing Female Desire28:30 The Role of Storytelling in Challenging Narratives29:40 Inspirations and Influences in Writing32:59 Overcoming Writer's Block 35:05 Takeaways from the Book36:41 Concluding RemarksConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestAnuja Chandramouli: https://www.instagram.com/anujamouli/Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/litlounge_pod/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashow/For any other queries EMAILhello@themohuashow.comBook Link The Wife and the Dancing Girl: https://www.amazon.in/Wife-Dancing-Girl-Anuja-Chandramouli/dp/9361560425 DisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast anThanks for Listening!

The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us. From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time.After a successful season of sharing inspiring stories, The Literature Lounge is now an independent podcast under The Mohua Show (TMS) banner. We have featured popular authors such as Gargi Rawat, Radhika Oberoi, Kiran Manral, Swami Mukundananda, Sharmishtha Mukherjee, Aseem Chhabra and many more on our show.Episode SummaryIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with the incredible Sandhya Mridul, a celebrated Bollywood actor and now author of the book, Untamed. Sandhya opens up about her deeply personal journey as a writer, sharing the inspiration behind her debut book and the experiences that shaped it.She takes us through the raw and tender themes of healing, grief, and self-discovery, speaking candidly about how personal loss influenced her creativity. She also reflects on how writing helped her process emotions, evolving from private journaling to publishing a book that connects deeply with readers. Further, we explore how her diverse artistic background—her work as an actor, storyteller, and performer—shaped the poetic voice in Untamed. To close the episode, Sandhya reads some of her favorite poems from her latest book, Untamed, offering a glimpse into the soul of her writing and leaving listeners with a sense of comfort and connection.Chapters00:00 - Highlights01:14 - Introduction02:04 - Inspiration Behind the Book 04:44 - Untamed, a palpable journey 06:21 - Themes chosen for the book08:59 - Personal loss shaped Untamed12:14 - Writing Process16:10 - Reading from the Book, How Strong20:25 - Two for Joy21:50 - Excerpts from the Book by Sandhya23:06 - Writing as a Tool to Navigate Mental Health25:59 -  Influence of Various Works on Writing30:59 - Connecting with Young Readers32:26 - Inspiration from Other Authors34:00 - Final Lines from the BookConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestSandhya Mridul: https://www.instagram.com/sandymridul/ Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/litlounge_pod/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashow/For any other queries EMAILhello@themohuashow.comBook Link Untamed: https://amzn.in/d/3YNLFOo DisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.#TheMohuaShow #TheLiteratureLounge #SandhyaMridul #Healing #Life #Loss #Podcast #PodcastEpisode #Journaling Thanks for Listening!

The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us. From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time.After a successful season of sharing inspiring stories, The Literature Lounge is now an independent podcast under The Mohua Show (TMS) banner. We have featured popular authors such as Gargi Rawat, Radhika Oberoi, Kiran Manral, Swami Mukundananda, Sharmishtha Mukherjee, Aseem Chhabra and many more on our show.Episode SummaryIn this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Aruna Kalra, acclaimed author of I Want a Boy, joins us to discuss the complex realities of gender bias. Drawing from her personal experiences, Dr. Kalra delves into the societal and healthcare impacts of gender preferences, exploring how socio-economic factors and safety concerns perpetuate these biases.She opens up about the challenges she faced and the uphill battle of spreading awareness about such a sensitive issue. Dr. Kalra also shares her journey as a passionate advocate for women's rights and gender equality, offering practical insights on how we can work toward a more equitable society.The episode concludes with empowering messages from her book, leaving listeners with hope and motivation to challenge ingrained biases. Don't miss this insightful conversation!Chapters00:00 - Highlights00:33 - Introduction01:45 - Inspiration Behind ‘I Want A Boy'04:33 - Existing Patriarchy in Society05:18 - Personal Reflections in Book07:40 - Arifa's Story13:23 - Boy Child Preferences in Healthcare16:34 - Health Risks in Multiple Pregnancies 18:50 - Socio-economic Issues in India21:28 - Safety Concerns for Doctors25:25 - Overcoming Publishing Challenges27:52 - Women's Rights in Healthcare30:20 - Advice to Younger Generations33:14 - Advice to Aspiring Parents35:05 - Reader's Takeaway 36:25 - Concluding RemarksConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestDr. Aruna Kalra: https://www.instagram.com/gynaedrarunakalra/ Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/litlounge_pod/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashow/For any other queries EMAILhello@themohuashow.comBook Link :I Want a Boy: https://amzn.in/d/9QFTexX DisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.#TheMohuaShow #TheLiteratureLounge #Podcast #PodcastEpisode #Literature #Storytelling  #PodcastInterview #Writers #WritersOfIndia #Authors #Healthcare #GenderBThanks for Listening!

The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us. From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time.After a successful season of sharing inspiring stories, The Literature Lounge is now an independent podcast under The Mohua Show (TMS) banner. We have featured popular authors such as Gargi Rawat, Radhika Oberoi, Kiran Manral, Swami Mukundananda, Sharmishtha Mukherjee, Aseem Chhabra and many more on our show.Episode SummaryIn this enriching episode of The Literature Lounge, Megha Bajaj takes us through her inspiring journey as an author and mentor. She reflects on her early childhood, the transformative path of becoming a writer, and how gratitude became her guiding light even in the face of adversity. Megha shares profound insights on empathy education, life skills, and success stories from her Wonders of Words (WOW) workshops that have impacted countless lives.She delves into her spiritual journey, her unique approach to leveraging social media to connect and inspire, and the incredible power of words in transforming lives. Megha also offers a glimpse into future WOW projects and imparts invaluable advice to the younger generation.Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about storytelling, self-discovery, and the magic of words. Don't miss her thoughts on her book, ‘The Breakthrough: 11 Trailblazers. One Movement,' which encapsulates her mission to inspire and uplift through her writing.Chapters00:00 - 00:41 -03:29 -06:53 -11:13 -15:06 -17:53 -19:50 -22:15 -25:04 -27:06 -30:35 -Connect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestFollow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashow/For any other queries EMAILhello@themohuashow.comBook Link DisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.#TheMohuaShow #TheLiteratureLounge #Podcast #PodcastEpisode #Literature #Storytelling  #PodcastInterview #Writers #WritersOfIndia #Authors Thanks for Listening!

This is our longest episode yet, and it had to be in order to give this often underappreciated Kapoor the respect he deserves. Masala, parallel, and international films: he did them all, and he did them all very well. We also discuss the very important question of what ice cream flavor each of the first four Kapoors would be. Films in focus this episode: The Householder, Jab Jab Phool Khile, Aa Gale Lag Ja, Suhaag,* Heat and Dust, and New Delhi Times. * Note: Beth misspoke about Rekha's line of work in this film. Please forgive! Rekha is, of course, excellent no matter what her role is. Beth's post on her favorite Shashi Kapoor performances: https://www.bethlovesbollywood.com/2009/03/shashi-week-my-favorite-shashi.html (And if you want more, her blog is FULL of Shashi content https://www.bethlovesbollywood.com/search/label/house%20favorite%3A%20Shashi%20Kapoor) A review of Aseem Chhabra's biography ( Shashi Kapoor: The Householder, the Star) by friend Jai Arun Singh: https://jaiarjun.blogspot.com/2016/06/on-biography-of-shashi-kapoor.html NDTV's Bollywood Roots podcast episode on Shashi: https://podcasts.apple.com/qa/podcast/shashi-kapoors-bollywood-journey/id529746769?i=1000644614885 Subscribe to Filmi Ladies on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7Ib9C1X5ObvN18u9WR0TK9 or Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/filmi-ladies/id1642425062 @filmiladies on Instagram and Twitter Pitu is @pitusultan on Instagram Beth is @bethlovesbolly on Twitter Email us at filmiladies at gmail See our letterboxd for everything discussed on this podcast. https://boxd.it/qSpfy Our logo was designed by London-based artist Paula Ganoo @velcrothoughts on Instagram https://www.art2arts.co.uk/paula-vaughan

Once again, Epicenter NYC is teaming up with the New York Indian Festival as its community media sponsor. The festival will take place from Friday, May 31st to Sunday, June 2nd at the Village East by Angelika.  The New York Indian Film Festival is the oldest film festival of its kind – screening premieres of films made from, of, and about India. The event includes more than just screenings – expect industry panels, post-screening discussions, award ceremonies, nightly networking parties, red carpet galas, and so much more. This year, Dear Jassi and Mrs are just a few of the South Asian-themed works that are set to captivate audiences across New York City and around the world. Today - Epicenter Publisher S. Mitra Kalita speaks to New York Indian Film Festival director and film critic Aseem Chhabra about what viewers can expect and the shows you won't want to miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Literature Lounge stands out as a unique podcast series devoted to authors whose books captivate readers and serve as catalysts for stimulating conversations. In partnership with Rupa Publications India, one of the leading publishing companies in India, we will host authors from diverse backgrounds to explore their literary works, delve into their creative journeys, and uncover the inspirations behind their achievements. So, let's dive into the world of books.Episode SummaryJoin celebrated film journalist and author Aseem Chhabra as he shares his journey from political reporting to Indian cinema expertise, and pays tribute to the legendary actor Irrfan Khan. Dive into the depths of Khan's career, from his humble beginnings to his Hollywood acclaim, and discover the rich tapestry of Indian film through Chhabra's eyes. This episode also explores Aseem's personal connection to Irrfan's work and offers a closer look at Chhabra's book "Irrfan Khan: The Man, The Dreamer, The Star," providing an intimate look at one of cinema's most versatile actors. Don't miss this insightful homage to the late great artist, Irrfan Khan.Chapters00:00 - Introduction05:05 - Discovering Irrfan Khan's Talent 12:40 - Early Life and Influences of Irrfan Khan & Entry into NSD18:19 - Unconventional Roles by Irrfan Khan21:31 - In-depth Analysis of Irrfan Khan's Acting Craft24:24 - Irrfan Khan's Success in Bollywood and Hollywood32:14 - Irrfan Khan's Heartbreak and Role Change in Salaam Bombay36:24 - Meera Nair's Promise and Future Collaborations with Irrfan Khan39:04 - The Making of Namesake43:53 - In-Depth Analysis of Irrfan Khan's Performance in "Life of Pi"48:12 - Ang Lee's Direction and Irrfan Khan's Talent in "Life of Pi"Connect with Us:Mohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the Guest:Follow Us:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/For any other queries EMAIL:hello@themohuashow.comBook Link:https://amzn.in/d/2GuLNYADisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.#Aseem Chhabra #IrrfanKhan #IndianCinema #FilmJournalism #Bollywood #Hollywood #ActingLegacy #FilmFestivals #TheNamesake #SlumdogMillionaire #LifeOfPi #CelebratingCinema #MovieMagic #FilmIndustryThanks for Listening!

There's a desi explosion in theater - on and off Broadway. Life of Pi, based on the best-selling book by Yann Martel, has already been nominated for multiple Tony's. Monsoon Wedding has been so popular that its run at the St. Ann's Warehouse in Brooklyn has been extended. And Mughal-e-Azam is opening at the Koch Theater at Lincoln Center next month. And these are just a handful of the South Asian-themed works that are captivating audiences across New York City and across the country. In this episode Epicenter's S. Mitra Kalita speaks to New York Indian Film Festival director and film critic Aseem Chhabra about this moment in South Asian arts and culture and the shows you won't want to miss. Tickets for Life of Pi: https://lifeofpibway.com/  Tickets for Monsoon Wedding: https://stannswarehouse.org/show/monsoon-wedding-the-musical/  Tickets for Mughal-e-Azam: https://www.davidhkochtheater.com/tickets-and-events/mughal-e-azam-the-musical-play/  Epicenter-NYC membership: https://checkout.fundjournalism.org/memberform?org_id=epicenternyc&campaign=7018a000000yJx6AA Our intro music: http://karavikamusic.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 97: Aseem Chhabra, Namrata Joshi and Aditya Shrikrishna join Baisakhi and Aparita for a TIFF 2022 round-up.

Do we take movies for granted? For most people, movies are viewed as simple and somewhat frivolous forms of entertainment. By design, they are meant to provide entertainment to the masses, but is that all? Listen to Aseem Chhabra, NY Indian Film Festival Director, and Film Journalist talk about movies and Bollywood actors. About Aseem Chhabra Aseem Chhabra is the festival director of the New York Indian Film Festival. It's the largest and the oldest Indian film festival in North America. He is a film journalist based in New York City and New Delhi. He is an author of popular biographies on actors like Shashi Kapoor, Irrfan Khan, and Priyanka Chopra. He's also done voice-over work in the movie Sita Sings the Blues. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tbcy/support

It's been 20 years since Karan Johar's cult-classic 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' (or K3G as it's popularly known), captured our attention with a dazzling star-cast, extravagant sets and glitzy fashion. We may find the KJo brand of films as far off from reality as it can be, yet can we honestly stop humming to 'Suraj Huya Madhyam' or forget the moment when Shahrukh Khan aka Raj jumps out of the helicopter?  Love it or hate it, K3G delivered the entertainment that it promised to. 20 years on, we caught up with film critics and journalists, Khalid Mohamed and Aseem Chhabra to understand our love-hate relationship with KJo's Cinema.  We also speak with three child artistes from K3G — Maalvika Raaj who played young Kareena Kapoor, Parzaan Dastoor who plays Usman Siddiqui, and Jesse Lever who plays the son of Haldiram played by Johnny Lever, and they take us through the lesser-known details behind the making of K3G. Tune in.

Episode 91: A coversation with Indian film critics Aseem Chhabra, Namrata Joshi, Shubhra Gupta and Suparna Sharma on TIFF 2021.

How do you create for a global audience? What does curating mean? Is media management as important as media creation? We speak to Aseem Chhabra, a film journalist, freelance writer, author and film festival programmer based in New York and India who comes with over 30 years of experience. He is the author or three biographies of Film personalities - Irrfan Khan, Shashi Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra Aseem has been published in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Outlook, etc; and has been a commentator on Indian cinema and popular culture on NPR, CNN, and BBC, among others. He’s the estival director and the chief curator of the New York Indian Film Festival, the largest and the oldest Indian film festival in North America. We talk about : 3:45 – Crafting globally relevant content & knowing your audience 6.30- Why we’re obsessed with themes like poverty in India 8.00- Writing for Global Audiences & balanced views + Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding 10.30- What is curating really ? 14.15- First job as a journalist- a story about a CIA spy, Indira Gandhi & Morarji Desai + Satyajit Ray, Steven Spielberg, ET and the controversy  17.15- The art of writing and narrative + being stuck, being curious and humble 19.15- Selling your ideas, getting projects and finding your niche in the sea for creators 23.00- Challenges of being a freelancer & motivations beyond financial 25.00- What are unauthorized biographies? + Secondary research & the art of interviews 27.30- Empathy in writing, management principles and their value 29.45- Being laid off, and finding new opportunities 32.30- Books, films and reading recommendations- NY Times to The Post to Maximum City 34.45- Understanding Free Speech and its relevance 36.00- The responsibility that comes with a cool career Original Music by Joseph Mc Dade Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter @voice_of_achievers Or write in directly to editor@voiceofachievers.com We’re listening to you. Don’t forget to follow us on Spotify, Sticher, Apple, Google, JioSaavn, Gaana or wherever you’re listening to us! You can follow us and leave us feedback on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @eplogmedia, For partnerships/queries send you can send us an email at bonjour@eplog.media. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed on all the shows produced and distributed by Ep.Log Media are personal to the host and the guest of the shows respectively and with no intention to harm the sentiments of any individual/organization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across a sprawling conversation, Aseem Chhabra enlists and elaborates on his favorite films from this year, sterling performances across film and series that riveted him, and also gives us a low-down of the films he got to watch at all the virtual film festivals that he adored. And of course we had to include speculations about Oscar nominations and he also speaks at length about Jallikattu being selected as the Indian entry and it's implications.

Popular film critic and author, Aseem Chhabra explains how the foreign box office opened doors for South Asian actors like Irrfan Khan (Spiderman) and ABC network's diversity initiatives for Priyanka Chopra (Quantico).

In this episode, Stutee and Aseem talk about what triggered him to write this book, why did he write books about Shashi Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra, why was he fascinated with Irrfan Khan's life. Tune in to find out all about the book and more.

On this episode, Sandip sits down to chat with author and film journalist Aseem Chhabra, who wrote the recently released unauthorized biography, Priyanka Chopra: The Incredible Story of a Global Bollywood Star. Aseem talks to Sandip about Priyanka's career in Bollywood, the way she adapted to Hollywood and how she managed to keep her relevance in India. 

Episode 20: In this special episode, a conversation with Indian Express film critic Shubhra Gupta and Bollywood biographer Aseem Chhabra.

On today's episode, Aseem Chhabra talks to Yasser Usman about his no-holds-barred unauthorised biography of Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt. With the release of the blockbuster film Sanju, Yasser tells us what the film got right, what it missed and all you need to know about Sanjay Dutt. You can follow us and leave us feedback on Facebook and Twitter @expresspodcasts, or send us an email at podcasts@indianexpress.com. If you like this show, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts so other people can find us. You can also find us on www.indianexpress.com/audio.

We take a road trip through the lens of Imtiaz Ali’s Highway. Starring Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda, Highway is cute a departure from the movies Imtiaz has made up to now. So does it measure up to his previous successes? To discuss this we are joined by Aseem Chhabra who was one of the […]

SAJA, the South Asian Journalists Association, and SAMMA, South Asians in Media, Marketing and Entertainment Association, present the latest in their series of high-profile webcasts - via BlogTalkRadio.com - with some of the leading South Asian names in global media, arts, entertainment, politics and much more... Acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair's newest film THE RELUCTANT FUNDAMENTALIST releases in theaters Friday, April 26 in NY & LA, w/ additional US cities on Friday, May 3. Meet the director who brought you such hits as MISSISSIPPI MASALA, MONSOON WEDDING, NAMESAKE. Based on Mohsin Hamid's novel, THE RELUCTANT FUNDAMENTALIST stars Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson, Kiefer Sutherland, Liev Schreiber, Om Puri & Shabana Azmi.  Joining us is actor Riz Ahmed - interview by SAJA's Aseem Chhabra, BTR's Chitra Agrawal & others. Send your questions to @sajaHQ or saja@saja.org - or call-in LIVE! Watch the trailer at: http://bit.ly/11ylqon

SAJA, South Asian Journalists Assn & SAMMA, South Asians in Media, Marketing & Entertainment, present their annual BlogTalkRadio conversation about the biggest day in films - from a South Asian perspective.   Our experts: Lance Still, EVP, Integrated Marketing & Promotions, The Weinstein Company; Gitesh Pandya, founder Box Office Guru & Raja Sen, Freelance film critic, calling in from Mumbai.   Hosted by Aseem Chhabra of SAJA & Rajan Shah of SAMMA - both film industry insiders themselves, who will moderate this session.   You should also note these South Asian ties to the 2013 Oscars.     Ang Lee's India focused "Life of Pi" is nominated for 11 Oscars, including one for classical singer Bombay Jayashri for the song "Pi's Lullaby"   Kathryn Bigelow's "Zero Dark Thirty" focuses on the hunt and the killing of Osama bin Laden in Abbottabad, Pakistan. A substantial part of the film was shot in India, in and around Chandigarh.   Stephen Spielberg's "Lincoln" was co-financed by India's Reliance (which finances all Dreamworks films).   Anuradha Bhagwati, executive director of Service Women's Action Network and a former U.S. Marine, is featured in "The Invisible War," a nominee for feature-length documentary. It is an expose about the epidemic of rape within the U.S. military.   Tarsem Singh directed "Mirror Mirror," which has been nominated for costume design. (Eiko Ishioka, the designer, died this past year and is nominated posthumously).    Last year, SAJAer Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Oscar for her short documentary "Saving Face."

Unabashed film talk from three mahogany film mavens. Hosted by Candice, Rebecca,  and Kim. Today we will be joined by Aseem Chhabra, and authority on the South Asian Diaspora and film.

SAJA, the South Asian Journalists Association, and SAMMA, South Asians in Media, Marketing and Entertainment Association, present the latest in their series of high-profile webcasts - via BlogTalkRadio - with some of the leading South Asian names in global media, arts, entertainment, politics, sports and much more... Join us for a chat with two South Asians who are nominated for this year's Grammys, will be joining us, both long-time friends of SAJA/SAMMA. Chandrika Tandon, nominated for Best Contemporary World Music Album; and Vijay Iyer, nominated for the Best Jazz Instrumental Album. We'll discuss (and listen to) some of their music and take your questions. Feedback, ideas welcome: saja@columbia.edy * Make sure you hit "favorite" on our SAJA channel so you get automagic email alerts before each of our shows - 2-5 a month.

South Asian Journalists Association presents a conversation with key players from the Mahindra Indo-American Arts Council Film Festival, one of the oldest, largest and most important film festivals in the South Asian diaspora. Join SAJAer ASEEM CHHABRA as he interviews AROON SHIVDASANI, founder of the festival; SOMI ROY, festival director; AJAY NAIDU, debut director and star of "Ashes" (he's also known for his roles in "Office Space" and the TV series, "Lateline"); APARNA SEN, director of "The Japanese Wife." They will discuss the festival, the state of South Asian-themed films and much, much more. Learn more about festival, which runs Nov. 10-14 in NYC: http://www.miaacfilmfest.org/

SAJA, the South Asian Journalists Association, and SAMMA, South Asians in Media, Marketing and Entertainment Association, present the latest in their series of high-profile webcasts - via BlogTalkRadio - with some of the leading South Asian names in global media, arts, entertainment, politics and much more... Shabana_Azmi,_Davos Join us for a webcast with Shabana Azmi, one of the best-known actresses in India and the diaspora. A former member of the Rajya Sabha, India's upper house of parliament, she is a multiple national and international award winner and recently turned 60. There have been many retrospectives of her works around the world, incluidng one organized by the Film Society of Lincoln Center. The Bollywood icon is kicking off another national tour in New York for her latest theatrical project, Girish Karnad's "Broken Images," directed by Alyque Padamsee. The play is dubbed as a psychological thriller that brings out the various truths of the life of a celebrity writer. On a live webcast this Monday, the award winning actress, who has worked in over 140 films and theater plays, will discuss her career as well as her dedication to the Indian village of Mijwan. Her father, the well-known Urdu poet the late Kafi Azmi, began building this village that was once frozen in time. Today, it has a computer center and a sewing center among other developments that uplifts the life of its habitants - thanks mainly to the efforts of Azmi and her friends. Interviewing her will be SAJA's Aseem Chhabra, freelance entertainment writer; and SAMMA's Pooja Kumar, award-winning Hollywood & Bollywood actress ("Bollywood Hero," "Flavors," "Anjaana Anjaani", "Law & Order") - and will be taking your questions live.

SAJA and SAMMA present a conversation with two of the biggest stars in Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, who are starring in "My Name is Khan." In this conversation, they join about 30 minutes into the conversation about Bollywood. See video of their chat with Aseem Chhabra (with louder audio for SRK) at http://bit.ly/sajasrk * Follow sajaHQ on Twitter: @sajaHQ

Discuss the work of Satyajit Ray, one of the most influential directors of all time, with Richard Pena, one of the leading film scholars of our time. From the legendary Apu trilogy — Ray’s groundbreaking debut saga that influences filmmakers to this day — he is widely considered India’s greatest filmmaker. Pena, who is the Program Director of the Film Society of Lincoln Center, will talk about Ray and the program Pena has curated, April 15-30 at the Walter Reader Theater, "First Light: Satyajit Ray from the Apu Trilogy to the Calcutta Trilogy." MODERATOR: Aseem Chhabra, SAJA board member and entertainment writer

Meet Amitav Ghosh, one of the best-known Indian writers working today. He'll talk about his latest masterful historical epic, "Sea of Poppies," which was a finalist for the 2008 Man Booker Prize. "One leaves this long page turner wishing it could continue...Sea of Poppies is a tremendous novel" - John Thieme, The Literary Review. He'll talk about his work and his career and offer tips for writers. See AmitavGhosh.com Questions to saja@columbia.edu