🌈✨ Join YoniX Speaks: Celebrating Queer South Asian Stories! Ready to share your authentic queer South Asian story? 🌏✨ Join us on August 4, 2024 for a powerful event featuring heartfelt stories from our community. 💖 🗓️ Workshops Start: June 2, 2024 📍 Venue: Seattle Opera (Hybrid format) 🔔 Apply by: June 1, 2024 ( Link in Bio) Whether you're a seasoned storyteller or new to the stage, we're here to support you. No fees, just your passion. Apply now! 🌟 #YoniXSpeaks #Tasveer #QueerSouthAsian #Storytelling #Community #LGBTQ #SouthAsian #SeattleEvents #SouthAsianArtists #QueerArtists #DesiPride #DesiLGBTQ #QueerDesi #SouthAsianStories #SouthAsianCreatives #SouthAsianDiaspora #InclusiveCommunity
🌟 FREE eBook Promo 🌟 Download these eBooks for free on May 28th-29th 📕📗📘 Celebrate the rich tapestry of the AAPI community! In honor of AAPI Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, I’ve collaborated with South Asian authors to offer a selection of books for you to enjoy. Dive into the unique experiences, traditions, and stories of South Asian authors, including books that promote mental wellness. 📚Download the following books for free using the link in bio & join us in honoring and amplifying AAPI voices. ⭐️Be sure to follow the authors and leave reviews for the books you love! AAPI & Mental Health Awareness eBook List: 📘You’re Truly One of a Kind by @author.sonalipatodia 📕My Shyness Won’t Stop Me by @littlekidsbiglessons 📙Our Family Vacation by @littlekidsbiglessons 📕Good Evening, Good Evening by @bloomkindfully @klaungani @art.of.ekta 📗Meera Makes Aloo Paratha by @narayan.sangeetha 📘Cayden’s Adventures with Faith by @lizu16_author 📕Ek Navo Divas: A New Day by @apniheritage 📙Chalo Janglma Jaie by @bilingualbachcha 📗Unfair & Lovely by @unfairlovelybook @mallikamt Download link: https://amzn.to/3wQW7ae
Discover the chaos that unfolds behind closed doors at a wedding. Stay tuned for more! #GharGharPlay #ComingSoon #SouthAsianStories #camdenfringe
Had the pleasure of being invited by the AGCO for an Asian Heritage Month celebration event with staff to talk about Asian immigration journeys through story telling as part of their DEI work to learn, unlearn and advance equity initiatives. Thank you for the invitation! And a shout out to my co-presenter Edward Lee and his book - which sounds fascinating! - called The Laundryman’s Boy, published by Harper Avenue. Once Upon A Sari is now available at your favourite bookstore!! Published by @tundrabooks, a division of @penguinrandomca, and illustrated by the talented @avanidwivedii. Link in my bio! #onceuponasari #sari #saree #partition #zeniawadhwaniwrites #tundrabooks #penguinrandomhouse #westwoodcreativearts #author #booklove #canadiankidkit #childrensbooks #childrenslit #diversechildrensbooks #diversechildrenslit #diversekidsbooks #diversekidslit #Kidsbooks #kidslit #picturebook #representationmatters #southasianstories #bookstagram
🎙️Episode 45: Quarter life crisis in our twenties In this episode, we dive deep into the quarter life crisis—post pandemic edition. We explore how these turbulent times are reshaping our identities, priorities, and dreams. 💭✨ Tune in to listen about what quarter life crisis means to us. 🎧💖 Click the link in the bio to listen to this episode🔗🔗 #QuarterLifeCrisis #Resilience #SouthAsianStories #TwentiesTalk #LifeReimagined #MentalHealthAwareness #spotifypodcast #applepodcasts #canadianpodcast
As #NationalShareAStoryMonth2024 finishes, I am sharing my personal journey with menhdi and how it has been a meaningful part of my cultural identity and heritage 👐🏽🌿❦. From a young age, I was drawn to the ancient art of menhdi, commonly known as henna. This temporary art form spans across different cultural traditions and roots back to the marking of special occasions. I had always been fascinated by the intertwining of shapes and patterns that tell unique stories through the canvas of the skin is simply mesmerising! 🪷 Each design to me holds a special meaning, weaving a personal tale of orginality. I've always felt a deep connection to the innovative beauty of body art, where creativity merges with the essence of the soul. 🍂🤎🌰 From experimenting with henna blends to creating calming aromas, my craft with mehndi has been a labour of love. Each paste mixed with care, infused with natural oils, and designed to spread joy through delicate designs. I had the incredible opportunity to train with talented artists at @joshivbeauty, as well as with a renowned artist from Holland who has since retired from the industry. I gained lots of experience taking part in melas to fashion show runways and supporting charity benefits and bridal parties in the North, UK. My passion has been a wild ride of excitement and fulfilment. I feel cultural arts play a vital role in preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of South Asian communities. Fast forward to now, I am taking what I have learnt and passing this on through the new practice and application of mandala dotting painting. Hopefully, you will come along and join me at a workshop that I am running nationally throughout the year 🩷 🎨 Photo credit: my hands featuring @dhennaart #herkhaani #herstory #storytelling #hennastory #menhdi #henna #hennaart #southasianarts #creativity #southasianstories #southasianwomen #southasianstorytellers #hennadesign #hennaart #hennatattoo #hennaartistry #southasianculture #bodyart #bodyarttattoo
For the last day of this week’s theme of books featuring Asian food, I want to share a book that my friend and colleague eagerly shared with me, as it is a favourite with her kids. BILAL COOKS DAAL (written by Aisha Saeed, illustrated by Anoosha Syed, published by Scholastic) is a story about Bilal, a young Pakistani-American boy who loves cooking daal, a traditional South Asian lentil dish, with his dad. Bilal excitedly invites his friends over to cook and enjoy daal together, but he begins to worry whether they will like the unfamiliar dish. As they wait for the daal to cook, Bilal’s friends learn about patience and the value of trying new things But will it be worth the wait? Will Bilal’s friends like daal? BILAL LOVES DAAL is a sweetly written and adorably illustrated story that celebrates diversity, the importance of cultural traditions, and a reminder of how food can connect us to each other and our heritage background. The illustrations are playful and colourful, making this story appealing to young readers. The back matter includes a recipe for chana daal. This book not only introduces children to daal and its significance in South Asian cuisine but it also teaches valuable lessons about open-mindedness, acceptance, and the joy of sharing one’s culture. What books featuring Asian food do you recommend? Don’t forget to participate in this week’s theme and to add #theinclusiveAHMbookshelf and tag me @the_inclusive_bookshelf in your posts!
NOT YOUR BUTTER CHICKEN Seeking to dispel common stereotypes around food and identity placed upon South Asian communities, 'Not Your Butter Chicken' follows food and wine expert Shiva Reddy as she reconnects with her own culture and copes with her mother’s gradual loss of memory due to dementia. Interview and article by Jeevan Sangha, edited by Pearl Zhou. Read the full interview and find out how to watch at link below. #NotYourButterChicken #SouthAsianStories #SouthAsianFood #SouthAsianCulture #AsianCanadian #AsianHeritageMonth #Dementia
Continuing our behind the scenes journey into the design of the Loka Chai Maker, after surfacing some of our ideas we continued to ideate and mock up 3D drawings of some of these combining the functional aspect of a traditional brewing method for masala chai together with some of the design forms that spoke to us. The hardest part after this was letting go of some of these beautiful, great ideas! 📐📐 #southasianstories #BehindTheScenes #masalachai #ChaiLife #MasalaChai #mokapot #tealove
Let the reviews keep coming in!! Thank you @pwpics. Once Upon A Sari is now available at your favourite bookstore!! Published by @tundrabooks, a division of @penguinrandomca, and illustrated by the talented @avanidwivedii. Link in my bio! #onceuponasari #sari #saree #partition #zeniawadhwaniwrites #tundrabooks #penguinrandomhouse #westwoodcreativearts #author #booklove #canadiankidkit #childrensbooks #childrenslit #diversechildrensbooks #diversechildrenslit #diversekidsbooks #diversekidslit #Kidsbooks #kidslit #picturebook #representationmatters #southasianstories #bookstagram
Behind the scenes: During the design phase we also made use of a lot of paper moulds and forms. These moulds and forms are great to create quick, inexpensive prototypes. They also allowed us to explore different shapes and configurations for our Chai Maker easily, conceptualising and visualising before working out the form factors we wanted to proceed with. Here's a few early paper forms we used during the road to develop of our Chai Maker. And for comparison a shot besides a smaller moka pot and spoon #BehindTheScenes #southasianstories #masalachai #ChaiLife #mokapot #MasalaChai
🏆👏🏽🎥This year’s @peabodyawards went to South Asian documentaries, “All That Breathes,’ by @shaunak_sen and ‘While We Watched,’ by @shukla__vinay ! The Peabody Awards honor what are described as the most powerful, enlightening, and invigorating stories in all of television, radio, and online media. #AllThatBreathes documents the efforts of two brothers fighting against Delhi’s apocalyptic air quality and escalating violence to save a bird known as the Black Kite. @whilewewatched profiles NDTV reporter @ravishndtv’s path of journalistic integrity while uncovering the heightened media bias across India. Here’s to rising storytellers and continued power in documenting our stories. #peabodyawards #southasianstories
Book : MUDSLINGING AND OTHER SHORT STORIES Author : @nauman.afzal.16 Genre : Contemporary fiction No. of pages : 148 Publisher : @auraqpublications MUDSLINGING AND OTHER SHORT STORIES is @nauman.afzal.16 's debut book. A prolific Pakistani author has gracefully penned these thought provoking short stories. This book has been such a blast. At every page and every word it has something to teach. Nauman Afzal knows how to keep the readers hooked till the last page. He has a keen eye for detail and is an absolute observer of our debauched society. Crimes committed on the streets of Pakistan, old school romance, the relation of a father and son, political figures making money out of public's mandate, adding 'Islamic' touch to criminal acts and giving random mentorship through the personification of animals (plants and dog). What I loved about this book is its simple and unique approach towards life. It is easy, classic and simple to understand. It has lessons at every step. The author has mentioned time and again the ruling, class of Pakistan. How the elite overpower the poor such as in the case of Islam ud Din. His demand for his pension which was his fundamental right over the government for serving 38 years of his life at office. Whereas the intricate details made this book mind blowing and something to cherish for the rest of my life. The author has divided it into short, tiny stories. From dirty politics to criminal minds, the rights of animals, humans flawed approach and the double game of the burucrates and businessmen. As a progressive, young mind I came across various ills of our society through this great book. How far we've come as a nation and state but why are we still vulnerable?! Pakistan is a country that is overflowing with young potential but do we lack with resources?! We have perspectives, ideologies and thoughts pertaining to life and the world that we live in but there lies a hidden treasure that sadly we do not know. We don't celebrate the raw and real self that makes us human. The author has rightly spoken about sectarian violence. In a country like Pakistan where religion is often misunderstood, (continued in comments)
Wrapping up performances of THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM at @theatrehorizon today! Come enjoy the show, get some merch, and donate to the theatre so they can continue serving the community with new voices and great art! 🥰❤️ #TEITR #theelephantontheroad #tour #touringlife #soloshow #touringartist #solotheatre #phillytheatre #phillyartist #solo #onewomanshow #priyankashetty #southasianstories #norristown #theatrehorizon #newwork #originalplay #solotheatre #truestory #unapologeticallyoriginal
‘Tis the season … for tomatoes! 🍅 I love this time of the year when the weather is getting warmer (but not too hot yet), and plants, including tomatoes, are growing and thriving! Today’s book is perfect for this season and this week’s theme of Asian food: TOMATOES FOR NEELA (written by Padma Lakshmi, illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal, published by Viking). Neela loves to cook with her amma. Together, they cook up all sorts of delicious dishes and desserts. On Saturdays— Neela’s favourite day of the week— they go to the green market to buy all sorts of fresh fruit and vegetables. But best of all are the tomatoes! Neela loves making her paati’s (grandmother’s) tomato sauce with her amma because not only is tasty, but it always makes her feel closer to Paati who lives in India. As they cook together, Amma tells Neela stories, including the history of the tomato, and why tomatoes are best when in season. When they are finally done, Neela and Amma carefully put away the jars of their freshly made tomato sauce and chutney, saving one special jar for when Paati comes to visit again. ❤️ This beautiful story of grandmother, mother and daughter perfectly captures how food and recipes can tie a family together, connecting them to their history, culture and heritage. The detailed and softly-coloured illustrations show the love and joy that is shared between Neela and Amma, as well their love for cooking. The back matter includes two recipes, fun facts about tomatoes, and a tribute to the importance of farm workers. Do you like to cook? Do you have any recipes that are passed down within your family? What books featuring Asian food do you recommend? Don’t forget to participate in this week’s theme and to add #theinclusiveAHMbookshelf and tag me @the_inclusive_bookshelf in your posts!
Book : JOURNEY OF THE HEART Author : @thechantingsoul Genre : Poetry No. of pages : 123 Publisher : @auraqpublications JOURNEY OF THE HEART is a beautiful collection of poetry by @thechantingsoul which came out in November, 2021. It is written with utmost kindness, purity and simplicity. This book emphasizes on our inner voice, peace and happiness that lies within us. It is written gracefully in first person narrative and I absolutely loved every bit of it. Poetry is a soulful melody of our heart, mind and soul. I learned the meaning of our existence, purpose and divine power that controls and protects us from all the ill wills of the modern society. The author is clear about his ideas and thoughts. He writes in ways that brings the best out in readers and individuals. All chapters speaks about human vulnerability, law of attraction and our choices. Our destinies, our fate lies in Almighty's hand and therefore it is important to follow the right path "SIRAT UL MUSTAQEEM." Living in a data driven, information warfare I often think about what is coming up?! We are clueless human beings; not knowing what the coming hour has for us. We are rotten souls, torn apart and living life in shadows. This book centers around a beautiful concept of faith in the unseen. Faith in the fashioner. By following His beloved Prophet's life we all can live a life of purpose and divine peace. As the author says that it all starts within. We have an entire universe inside us. He explained the difference between body and soul. How body is physical. It is materialistic. It craves for worldly pleasures and belongings while soul is from the heaven. Up above in the skies and heavens there lies an absolute power, control and divinity Who controls our fates, actions and identities. He is one and is free of everything. ADIL RAZA has divided his book into interesting chapters which covers every little aspects of our lives. From historical human being to today's contemporary man, this book is just mind blowing. It details that how we humans are overpowered and controlled despite the rise of science and technology. Why are we put to extortion every now and then? (Continued in comments)
Still reeling from the dream that was opening night, was it even real?? Grateful for the incredible love and show of support from the community, their infectious roaring laughter, the joy, the pain and the healing that always follows from sharing these stories. We took LOTS of pictures together but this is all I have at the moment 😄 Some of them are coming back for this afternoon’s show, which I’m taking as the biggest compliment ever. Today’s a two show day at @theatrehorizon, join us for the 3pm show that’s gonna be followed by a Q&A and another performance at 7:30! #TEITR #theatrehorizon #theelephantontheroad #tour #philly #norristown #phillytheatre #phillyactor #soloshow #soloperformer #solotheatre #onewomanshow #touringshow #touringartist #priyankashetty #southasianstories #unapologeticallyoriginal
Off to Montreal! If you’re in or near Montreal, or know someone who is, please share this with your network. @mitaliruths and I would love to see you there! Refreshments, crafts, readings and more! Once Upon A Sari is now available at your favourite bookstore!! Published by @tundrabooks, a division of @penguinrandomca, and illustrated by the talented @avanidwivedii. Link in my bio! #onceuponasari #sari #saree #partition #zeniawadhwaniwrites #tundrabooks #penguinrandomhouse #westwoodcreativearts #author #booklove #canadiankidkit #childrensbooks #childrenslit #diversechildrensbooks #diversechildrenslit #diversekidsbooks #diversekidslit #Kidsbooks #kidslit #picturebook #representationmatters #southasianstories #bookstagram
The emergence of hip-hop in South Indian regional music was an unexpected crossover just a few years ago. Yet, its impact has been nothing short of mesmerising. Join us as we delve into the history, rhythm, and stories behind this captivating cultural phenomenon. [Cultural Expression, Art Education, Collections & Archives, Research, Community Engagement, Eastern art] #qissagoi #QGArchives #storiesofQG #culturalnarratives #southasianliterature #southasianstories #culturalappreciation #middleeasterndance #middleeasternmusic #easternart #southasianfood #southasianculture #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasterncuisine #artofinstagram #artdaily #southindianhiphop
Book : A DREAM Author : @wajeha__abbasi Genre : Romantic fiction No. of pages : 107 Publisher : @musanifpublishers A DREAM by Wajeha Abbasi is a great book indeed. It revolves around a fifteen year old girl named Essal who often finds herself in the middle of a very terrible chaos. She wants to be an artist but due to the non stop bully, peer pressure and restricted academic standards she is bound to get admission in a medical college. Least interested in sciences, she wants to pursue her passion for art and life. An introvert by nature, shy and simple Essal was tested time and again by her parents who were living in a misinformed world. As a GenZ hailing from Azad Kashmir she finds refuge and an escape in art, love and dreams. Fatima, Essal's mother is a very generic character. She is simple, old school and hurts the sentiments of her daughters. Brown parents who tends to ignore the right side of things fall prey to societal norms and makes life hard for their children. Due to the constant negligence in her childhood, she stays silent but when she meets Sahel in Islamabad, life blossoms in unexpected ways. As a student of fine arts, Essal dreams of a world where enigmatic wonders meet uncertainty, drama meets art and scenic valleys meets colorful meadows. She is a dreamer by heart but life takes an unpredictable route where suffering pain and loss is the only destiny. While reading A DREAM I was transferred to a world where empathy blooms and diverse perspective collides. The character of Essal is just so relatable. Any south Asian girl can definitely relate to her as she is someone who has been through mental torture, stigmas and identify crisis in her teens. I believe that the author has done a great job with the story's ending. How Essal and Sahel ends up being together and both built a life beyond the luxuries that life has to offer. Essal's character has alot of margin. She is sensitive but at the same time she learns from her vulnerability. Her individuality and her existence. After coming all the way from London, she has changed for the better. Noor, Sher, Hairah, Dr. Hamza Fatima, Yasir, Amna, Ali, Aunt Rabia, Faizan and Asim continued in comments
The reviews are coming in! This one from @the_inclusive_bookshelf. ❤️ Once Upon A Sari is now available at your favourite bookstore!! Published by @tundrabooks, a division of @penguinrandomca, and illustrated by the talented @avanidwivedii. Link in my bio! #onceuponasari #sari #saree #partition #zeniawadhwaniwrites #tundrabooks #penguinrandomhouse #westwoodcreativearts #author #booklove #canadiankidkit #childrensbooks #childrenslit #diversechildrensbooks #diversechildrenslit #diversekidsbooks #diversekidslit #Kidsbooks #kidslit #picturebook #representationmatters #southasianstories #bookstagram
👋🏽 Introducing @artkita @gudsbaj89 and @porvifomra ✨ three people I’m so happy to have exciting secret squirrel business with! 🐿️ 🔥These three are SO TALENTED and it was a pleasure to hang out to celebrate Ankita and @calvindoesntsing in their TV debut on Friday, for @tvnz.official @givemebabies along with the whole Motherhood anthology series 👏🏽 There’s so little authentic representation on our screens, but Ankita and Calvin and their disgustingly talent team are making a difference by showcasing a beautiful mixed-race story with bags of heart and arms full of MMA gear 🥊 You can catch the kick-ass episode starring @the_girl_in_the_cafe and @roxiemohebbi online NOW ‼️😍 #auckland #tv #representation #southasianstories #femalelead #strongfemalecharacter #tvnz #motherhood
This weekend, all roads lead to @theatrehorizon. Cancel all your plans and come join us May 17-19th, 5 performances only!!! For tickets visit theatrehorizon.org/eitr #teitr #theelephantintheroom #theelephantontheroad #tour #soloshow #solotheatre #onewomanshow #phillytheatre #phillyartist #immigrantstories #southasianstories #southasian #norristown #philadelphia #womeninthearts #priyankashetty #womenintheatre #southasianactors
Big thank you to the @queensworldfilmfest and Katha and Don for including my films over the years and really encouraging me since the beginning. Thank you for all you do. Honored to have @passengerseatfilm win Best Family Friendly Film this year. Queens has always been a character in my stories and elated to be recognized in the home borough where I’m from. #indiefilm #queensgetthemoney #QueensKid #SouthAsianStories #WomenMakeMovies
The Glassworker," Pakistan's first hand-drawn animated film to compete at Annecy, the world's top animation festival! Read More: https://initiatemagazine.com/digital-trends/the-glassworker-pakistans-groundbreaking-animated-feature-debuts-at-annecy/ . . . . . #initiatemagazine #initiators #PakistanAnimation #Annecy #HandDrawnAnimation #FilmFestival #TheGlassworker #PakistaniCinema #SouthAsianStories #FirstSouthAsianEntry #HistoricDebut #PakistaniMilestone #SupportPakistaniCinema #PakistaniTalent #MadeInPakistan #Animation #IndependentFilm
What draws actor Vaishnavi Suryaprakash to a particular script? ‘When there’s something about the character that really excites me, or it speaks to themes I haven't seen before, or opens the conversation in a different way. I’ve found I'm [drawn to] things which have some kind of conversation starter or social message.’ Her latest, Nayika: A Dancing Girl has been so much more than a conversation starter: it’s helping people understand the many different layers involved in intimate partner violence, as well as the attitudes that must change, and the urgent need for new paradigms in tackling the issue. Counting and Cracking, the other South Asian production that won Vaishnavi a #HelpmannAward, continues its success story – travelling soon to Melbourne and then to London. Sending her our very best – and many invigorating (virtual) cups of #chai, with #soanpapdi! (Check out our article to learn context.) #southasianstories #ourownstories #Nayika #actorsofcolour
Happy Mother’s Day to all moms, grandmas, moms-to-be, and mother-figures! To many, this day will be special and sweet, but to many others, today will be a challenging one. Please take some time to care for yourselves today (and any day!)… and maybe that might mean some quiet reading time?? ❤️ WHERE THREE OCEANS MEET (written by Rajani LaRocca, illustrated by Archana Sreenivadan, published by Abrams Books for Young Readers) is a heartwarming, multigenerational story about a young girl, Sejal, her mother, and grandmother who decide to travel together to the most southern tip of India, the end of the earth, where the three oceans are said to meet. And so, by car, train and by boat, Sejal, Mommy, and Pati (“grandma” in Tamil), travel through southern India, enjoying delicious food, shopping at markets, and visiting friends and family along the way. In quieter moments, Sejal learns more about Pati’s childhood, and Mommy’s experiences of being a mother in America. As the three of them continue to spend more time together, and finally reach where the three oceans meet at the most southern tip of India, Sejal finally understands how three entwined as one is stronger than one alone… 💙💚🩶 WHERE THREE OCEANS MEET is the perfect book for Mother’s Day and Asian Heritage Month, fitting nicely into this week’s theme of books featuring grandparents as well! I love everything about this beautiful story, as it celebrates motherhood and strong females. I love how the three oceans are metaphors for Sejal, Mommy, and Pati, and how they entwine with each other. I also love the normalizing of multiple languages spoken within one family, a natural consequence due to diaspora. Finally, I love the bright, lively illustrations, bringing the adventures that Sejal, her mom, and grandma embarked upon to life. As a bonus, the back matter also includes some information about the places Sejal, Mommy and Pati visited in southern India! What books featuring Asian grandparents do you recommend? Don’t forget to participate in this week’s theme and to add #theinclusiveAHMbookshelf and tag me @the_inclusive_bookshelf in your posts so I can give you a shoutout! 🤩
Veera Hiranandani on Companion Books and Embracing “Kid Brain” Catch this craft chat on Cynsations @cynthialeitichsmith Link in bio: https://cynthialeitichsmith.com/2024/05/author-interview-veera-hiranandani-on-companion-books-embracing-kid-brain/ It was an absolute delight to talk with @veerawrites about her writing journey with Amil and the After—a standalone companion book to her Newbery honor winning The Night Diary. Published January 2024 from @kokilabooks @penguinrandomhouse with illustrations by Prashant Miranda @prashola. #amilandtheafter #southasianhistory #thepartitionofindia #weneeddiversebooks #kidlit @vcfawcya @vcfaedu #southasiankidsbooks #partitionstories #middlegradefiction #childrensliterature #historyforkids #southasianstories #partition1947 #TheNightDiary #newberryhonor
Tiya Mohanty, 13, lies in her bed, surrounded by books she loves to read, in Sunnyvale, Calif on Feb. 11, 2023. Tiya connects with her Indian heritage by reading stories in the classic publication Amar Chitra Katha but also modern retellings and stories that she borrows from the local library. Photo: Sree Sripathy for India Currents/CatchLight Local This image is part of my project We Belong: Bay Area Indians Connect to Heritage. We Belong is a visual series highlighting different experiences of South Asian and Indian identity. This series was produced by India Currents in collaboration with CatchLight as part of the CatchLight Local CA Visual Desk. Photographs and interviews by CatchLight Fellow Sree Sripathy. @india.currents @catchlight.io #bayareadesi #amarchitrakatha #southasianstories #southasian #bayareaindian
We believe beauty is subjective, and the same holds true for art. When understanding art, the key is to let our senses lead the way and allow ourselves to be transported to different realms. Swipe through to discover how we try to enhance our understanding of art. A reminder that there’s no correct or incorrect way to interpret art. Its beauty lies in the fact that our perceptions are uniquely our own 🤎 [Cultural Expression, Art Education, Collections & Archives, Research, Community Engagement, Eastern art] #qissagoi #QGArchives #storiesofQG #culturalnarratives #southasianliterature #southasianstories #culturalappreciation #middleeasterndance #middleeasternmusic #easternart #southasianfood #southasianculture #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasterncuisine #artofinstagram #artdaily
📢📢📢Aika Aika Aika📢📢📢 Nautanki Bazaar is opening a brand new show at the @toronto_fringe this year!! Come watch "Aala Tamasha Aala", where we bring alive on stage the world of Maharashtrian Folk Theatre! Be prepared to be entertained like never before!! Written by Neha Poduval @mustard_tempered_dreams Directed by @himanshu.sitlani Cast: @tdalvi , @thenameisdas & Neha Poduval Photography by @photosbyheena Choreography by @its_miss_masala Venue : Aki Studio Theatre @nativeearthperformingarts 585 Dundas st east Ticket link coming soon!! Poster Design by @rtcdigitalmediainc #torontofringe #fringe #fringefestival #toronto #theato #torontotheatre #southasiantheatre #southasianstories #nautankibazaar #lavni #lavani #tamasha
Have you read any of these wonderful children’s books about the Partition of India? Stories of India and the newly created Pakistan from this era are finally accessible to kids (and adults) thanks to these wonderful new books. Hear author @veerawrites on the latest episode of @theindianeditpodcast now wherever you get your pods, and stay tuned for @authorrituhemnani who will be on soon discussing her new novel in verse! #theindianedit #theindianeditpodcast #podcastguest #inspiringwomen #southasianpodcast #indianpodcast #spotifypodcast #southasianhistory #thepartitionofindia #weneeddiversebooks #kidlit #southasiankidsbooks #partitionstories #middlegradefiction #childrensliterature #historyforkids #southasianstories #partition1947
As a profound and confronting account of partner violence and the trauma of victimhood, Nayika: A Dancing Girl is engaging yet deeply disturbing. But it is a narrative that must be visited, even if to understand the current discourse on this very issue in our national consciousness. Link In Bio. @belvoirstudio @stateoftheartmedia @luthrakingjr #DomesticViolence #domesticviolenceprevention #intimatepartnerviolence #familyviolence #bharatanatyam #nayika #storytelling #southasianstories #indianstories #ourownstories #powerofdance
While the in-person BAPF is over, BAPF on-demand is on NOW thru May 12 at 11:59 PM PT. Book your FREE ticket today by visiting www.playwrightsfoundation.org to watch the stage reading of “Children of the Wise.” You don’t want to miss this brand new play by @mixed.millennial (Aidaa Peerzada), directed by Nakissa Etemad. Dramaturgy- @karigu92 I had the good fortune to work alongside a number of amazing artistes! Check it out!! @pwfoundation @nemmaadeni #BAPF46 #bayareaartstogether #bayareacreatives #southasianactors #southasianstories #southasiandiaspora
When the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary ✨ ‘Many Cups in a Large Sink’ by @inordinary.in stands out as one of the most interesting works we’ve seen lately. This project beautifully breathes new life into cups, those seemingly mundane everyday objects, reminding us that art is omnipresent if we simply open our eyes to see it. Swipe through to journey through the project. [Cultural Expression, Art Education, Collections & Archives, Research, Community Engagement, Eastern art] #qissagoi #QGArchives #storiesofQG #culturalnarratives #southasianliterature #southasianstories #culturalappreciation #middleeasterndance #middleeasternmusic #easternart #southasianfood #southasianculture #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasterncuisine #artofinstagram #artdaily
Sanjay Leela Bhansali Bridges Borders with “Heeramandi” #Heeramandi #BhansaliReunitesIndiaPakistan Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s new series, “Heeramandi,” breaks barriers and fosters cultural connection: - Lahore’s Story on Screen: Bhansali tells the tale of Muslim characters set in pre-partition Lahore, a city now located in Pakistan. ( #LahoreStory #HistoricalSetting) - Pakistani Audience Appreciation: Despite ongoing tensions, Bhansali highlights the love and respect he receives from Pakistani viewers. ( #BhansaliInPakistan #CrossBorderLove) - Unity Through Storytelling: Bhansali believes “Heeramandi” promotes unity by showcasing a shared cultural heritage before partition. ( #SharedHistory #BridgingDivides) - Facing Controversy in the Past: Bhansali acknowledges previous controversies surrounding his films, including “Padmaavat”. ( #BhansaliControversies #FreedomOfExpression) - No Pushback for Heeramandi: Despite the show’s Pakistani setting, Bhansali reports no resistance during production. ( #HeeramandiSuccess #PositiveReception) - Universal Connection: Bhansali emphasizes the power of storytelling to connect with audiences regardless of background. ( #ArtUnites #HumanConnection) - Evolving Casting Vision: The series features a predominantly Muslim cast, a departure from Bhansali’s initial plans of including prominent Indian actors. ( #EvolvingVision #DiverseCasting) #HeeramandiOnNetflix #StreamingSeries #CulturalExchange #BreakingBarriers #SouthAsianStories #BGNReviews
In any arts event, one must be thoughtful of setting the tone and atmosphere! Our very own Nilanjana opens the shows with her powerful Devi piece in Odissi dance! To also continue setting the stage of each story, our Rock Star Sandeep will sing in his soulful voice. There are still a few seats left!! Join us! #rdmstudiosd #sandiegoevents #santamonicaevents #theatre #arts #dance #odissidance #devi #ahaanaorg #ahaanafestival #menologues #yonikibaat #southasianstories #thevaginamonologues
🎙️Episode 43: Friendship Olympics in our Twenties Navigating friendships in our twenties can feel like competing in the Olympics! 🏅👯♀️ On this episode, we dive into why this happens and how we can shift towards more genuine and supportive connections. Embracing Healthy Friendships mean: 💆🏽♀️Letting Go: Releasing the competitive mindset. 🌱 Growth Together: Emphasizing the value of nurturing and reciprocal friendships. 🤝 Quality Over Quantity: Focusing on deeper connections rather than wider networks. Click the link in the bio to listen to this episode🔗🔗 #FriendshipGoals #TwentiesTalk #SouthAsianStories #HealthyFriendships #PodcastLife #chailover #LetGoAndGrow #RealTalk #InstaPodcast #spotifypodcast #applepodcast #canadianpodcast
Look what is being served up today! The Premiere of Potluck Ladies ⚡️@potluckladiestv 📺 on @hollywoodsuite (available on Amazon Prime) - all 4 episodes! This amazing show, helmed by the powerhouse director @shaazziyyaa! It follows the lives South Asian women who bond over delicious food and even deeper friendships. It's a story for everyone, with a dash of comedic chaos from yours truly #PotluckLadies #SouthAsianStories #NewShowAlert #HollywoodSuite @lifesketchmedia P.S. Huge shoutout to the incredible cast & crew for making this a blast! ✨
Only one more week before the release of Once Upon A Sari! Published by @tundrabooks, a division of @penguinrandomca, and illustrated by the talented @avanidwivedii, this lovely mother daughter story is available for pre-order today! Link in my bio! Also available at your favourite bookstore! ❤️ And if you’re in Toronto on May 5th, be sure to reserve a spot for the official book launch - space is limited! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/double-book-launch-once-upon-a-sari-archie-celebrates-an-indian-wedding-tickets-879585743637. Link also in my bio. #onceuponasari #sari #saree #partition #zeniawadhwaniwrites #tundrabooks #penguinrandomhouse #westwoodcreativearts #author #booklove #canadiankidkit #childrensbooks #childrenslit #diversechildrensbooks #diversechildrenslit #diversekidsbooks #diversekidslit #Kidsbooks #kidslit #picturebook #representationmatters #southasianstories #bookstagram
We go live May 7th ☕️, and we want your suggestions for topics to discuss. Leave your ideas in the comments below, and let's brew up some interesting conversations! 🎙️ #ChaiWithRye #PodcastTopics #SoulfulJourneysPodcast #SouthAsianStories #DiasporaVoices #CommunityConnections #CulturalIdentity #EmpowermentThroughStorytelling #BreakingBarriers #RepresentationMatters #UnityInDiversity #ChaiChronicles #HeartfeltConversations #SipAndChat #UnravelingSociety #EmotionsAndInsights #PourYourselfACuppa #ChaiLoversUnite #PodcastCommunity #ConnectAndReflect #ChaiTimeConversations
So incredibly thrilled and touched by this review!! Thank you @bedashrutimitrabasu for your kind words! My new book, Once Upon A Sari releases May7th! Published by @tundrabooks, a division of @penguinrandomca, and illustrated by the talented @avanidwivedii, this lovely mother daughter story is available for pre-order today! Link in my bio! Also available at your favourite bookstore! ❤️ And if you’re in Toronto on May 5th, be sure to reserve a spot for the official book launch - space is limited! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/double-book-launch-once-upon-a-sari-archie-celebrates-an-indian-wedding-tickets-879585743637. Link also in my bio. #onceuponasari #sari #saree #partition #zeniawadhwaniwrites #tundrabooks #penguinrandomhouse #westwoodcreativearts #author #booklove #canadiankidkit #childrensbooks #childrenslit #diversechildrensbooks #diversechildrenslit #diversekidsbooks #diversekidslit #Kidsbooks #kidslit #picturebook #representationmatters #southasianstories #bookstagram
Aafiya spending some quality time at park today 🧕 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #bookreview #beyondpages #trappedinsidestories #readreadread #authors #books #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories
From my book's launch celebration 🎉🎊🎈🎁✨🦋🎗🎂 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #beyondpages #bookreview #trappedinsidestories #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
Brushstrokes on canvas or pixels on a screen? The eternal tug-of-war between physical and digital art is rather an interesting one. Which side of the canvas are you on? Or are you, like us, enthralled by the endless possibilities that both worlds offer? Share your thoughts below. [Cultural Expression, Art Education, Collections & Archives, Research, Community Engagement, Eastern art] #qissagoi #QGArchives #storiesofQG #culturalnarratives #southasianliterature #southasianstories #culturalappreciation #middleeasterndance #middleeasternmusic #easternart #southasianfood #southasianculture #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasterncuisine #artofinstagram #artdaily
Happy Book Launch Celebration 🎉🎊🎈🎂 📖 24 - 04 - 24 ✨ Celebrated Aafiya's chaotic resilience today with great pomp and show 🏆🎗 A NOSTALGIC SILENCE is out in paperback and online. P. s. Our cake melted way before the cutting ceremony due to the scorching heat in Peshawar 🌞 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #bookreview #beyondpages #authors #readreadread #books #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories
How does language shape cultural identity? And can art serve as a bridge between diverse linguistic and cultural communities? These questions resonate deeply as we ponder Ghulam Mohammad’s work. Having grown up in Baluchistan, Mohammad navigated the complexities of learning Urdu amidst cultural disparities. Through his art, he aims to bridge these divides crafting harmonious compositions of meticulously cut-out Urdu letters on handcrafted wasli paper. This approach reflects his deep understanding of language’s dual nature – its power to both unite and divide. We’re delighted when an artwork embodies the spirit of QissaGoi, reinforcing our commitment to our core values. ‘Tawazun (Balance)’ by Ghulam Mohammad is a prime example of such synergy. [Cultural Expression, Art Education, Collections & Archives, Research, Community Engagement, Eastern art] #qissagoi #QGArchives #storiesofQG #culturalnarratives #southasianliterature #southasianstories #culturalappreciation #middleeasterndance #middleeasternmusic #easternart #southasianfood #southasianculture #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasterncuisine #artofinstagram #artdaily
Here’s a brand new character, based on the author’s experience as a child. You may know Babita Sharma from her work as a journalist, and news presenter across the BBC and other channels. She’s also written about her memories when young living above a number of corner shops; and, released a book on what those shops say about the UK, their history and what you can tell about someone from their purchases. As such, it is absolutely fitting that in her first children’s book, she’s headed to familiar terrain and introduces us to a brand new sleuthing lead character. Priya Mistry and the Paw Prints Puzzle #BabitaSharma @alipyeillo @hachettechildrens is so absolutely charming. Priya lives above Green Lane Stores. She helps her parents, and knows every inch of the shop. One day she notices some intriguing footprints, collects her mission kit, and sets out to explore. With the help of a lollipop behind her ear, tips from shoppers and a keen sense of adventure, she tracks down the culprit! I really love the images of people chatting and shopping, it’s a slice of life and really catches the eye. I think this would make a lovely gift, there are so many delightful elements to unpack and have fun with at bedtime. Ali Pye’s let us know that she’s working on the next in the series too, will be great to see what Priya gets up to next. I’ve also downloaded a sample of Babita’s non fiction book to check out, that’s called ‘The Corner Shop’. ad - pr sample: I was sent a copy of this book to see what I thought about it. I only share books worth your time checking out in the library at a minimum. #AliPye #HachetteChildrens #NewChildrensBooks #RepresentationMatters #DiversifyYourShelves #ChildrensMysteryBooks #PriyaMistry #KidsBookstagram #KidsBookshelves #ReadingEveryDay #ReadingForPleasure #ReadingTogether #ReadingAloud #CornerShopsOfTheUK #IndianHeritage #SouthAsianHeritage #SouthAsianDiaspora #IndiaBookstagram #LoveYourLibrary #EYFSTeachersOfInstagram #OwnVoices #OwnVoicesChildrensBook #SouthAsianStories
Delighted to share that my new short 'Djinn in the Woodpecker's Eye' is featured in the 38th Edition (South Asian Special) of award-winning international publication: Grimdark Magazine. JUST LOOK AT THE COVER OF THE ISSUE! IT HAS SIKHS ON IT (that has perhaps never happened in the history of SFF). On to my short, DITWE is a story of divine violence which dissects a woodcarver’s family in a world torn asunder by conquest. If you fancy diving into this or any of the nugget-sized sagas by other SA stalwarts (@rrvirdi @yudhanjaya @gautam_bhatia_books and the list goes on), head over to Amazon India and snag a copy of Grimdark Magazine Issue #38 for only INR 99. Big ups to Beth @grimdark.magazine and Mihir @fantasybookcritic for shining a light on South Asian tales. And a shoutout to Adrian @adrianmgibson for the sweet discount, exclusively for Indians (repeating again - just INR 99 on Amazon). This gesture will go a long way in resurrecting the love for fantasy right in the cradle of the genre. Side Note: Usually, I'm all about epic fantasy (>200,000 words) written in third person (thanks to the writs and appeals I'm used to drafting as a lawyer). But hey, growth happens outside the comfort zone. So, I was glad to step out with a short story on the mysterious Djinns written in first person. Hope you'll devour it as eagerly as my editor did. #shortstory #shortstorywriter #southasianstories #indianwriters #authorsofig #bipocwriters
Shouldn’t we be practicing and celebrating Earth day every day?! As I was scouring through ideas for Earth day activities for my students, I saw that reading more books was one! I decided to support that activity by offering this giveaway!😅Happy earth day and keep reading!🙏🏽🥳😅 Read for free: https://tinyurl.com/unfairlovely #unfairlovely #bookgiveaway #colourism #colorism #indiankidsbooks #southasianstories #southasiankidlit #kindleunlimited #freebooks #socialjustice #endskinlightening #melaninmovement #darkislovely #darkisbeautifulcampaign #readwithus #unfairandlovely
Aafiya in Faqirabad 🧕 Picture credits @hadia_awan23 ❤ . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
Thank you @sydfest for the selection! 🍿🎬💫 #shortfilm #diversityinfilm #southasianstories #filmfestival #indiefilm
📚New additions to my book corner 📚 #historybooks #multicultural #southasianstories #Bangladesh #India #Pakistan #Britain #historylovers #understandingthepast #itihaass #asianstories #southasiankids #culture #enrich #diversity #inclusivity #southasianteacher #punjabiteacher #keystagetwo #historycurriculumneedstobechanged #civilisations #imperialism #partition #independence #colonialism #Britishrule
Aafiya at my Dada Dadi's home in Mardan 🧕@_anmol_shoaib_ promoting it with style and grace ✨ . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #writersaroundtheworld #reading #bookcommunity #bookishlife #debutbook #stories #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatters #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
Thank you @dctheaterarts for the shoutout! I’m beyond excited for the upcoming in-person Women’s Storytelling Salon in Washington DC on April 24th from 6-8 pm at Keegan Theatre. This event will feature me alongside the incredibly talented @onlysangeetaagrawal. Together, we’ll not only share our experiences as actors but also dive into our roles as directors, filmmakers, and creators of original work! I invite you to join us for a very special evening curated by @nandini_oomman and hosted by @keegan_theatre filled with insight into our individual journeys as South Asian women in the industry. Secure your spot now by registering on www.womenstorytellingsalon.com/upcoming Can’t make it in person? You can still catch all the magic by registering to watch the Salon later. You’ll receive a secure link to the video recording after the event. Can’t wait to see you there! 💖 #phillytheatre #dctheatre #womenstorytellingsalon #interview #southasianstories #southasianwomen #southasianactors #womeninthearts #womenintheatre
میٹھی عید دو ہزار چوبیس 🎀 P. s. Aafiya is celebrating Eid-ul-fitr at my Mamu's place today 🧕 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatters #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
Phulkari, translated as ‘flower work’ is a unique embroidery technique that uses colourful threads to create intricate floral patterns on fabric. This tradition, passed down through generations, holds immense significance and sentimental value for the people of Punjab. For a substantial period, the region of Nabha in Punjab, India, struggled with economic disparity and gender bias that perpetuated the subordinate status of women within societal structures. Amidst this, Nabha Phulkari emerged as a transformative change, breaking chains and empowering women with employment and a gateway to participation in the society. Once forgotten, this craft now dances on fabric, revived by the skilled hands of Nabha’s women artisans. In this revival journey, the Faizal & Shabana Foundation, in collaboration with the All India Artisans and Craftworkers Welfare Association (AIACA), has played a pivotal role. Their support has preserved a national craft and empowered women, creating a narrative that’s a testament to their skill, resilience, and cultural pride. Image credits: @behrupiaa Cultural Expression, Art Education, Collections & Archives, Research, Community Engagement, Eastern art #qissagoi #QGArchives #storiesofQG #culturalnarratives #southasianliterature #southasianstories #culturalappreciation #middleeasterndance #middleeasternmusic #easternart #southasianfood #southasianculture #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasternart #southasianart #middleeasterncuisine #artofinstagram #artdaily
Aafiya in Azad Kashmir 🧕 Beautiful shots by @wajeha__abbasi ✨ . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #bookblogging #mybookfeatures #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
OCEAN MOTHER OPENING CELEBRATION @orleanshousegallery SATURDAY 13th APRIL 1-4.30pm You are invited to the opening of my second solo show Ocean Mother which is this Saturday 13th April 1-4.30pm at Orleans House Gallery, London. Orlean House Gallery, Twickenham, TW1 3LB Saroj Patel: Ocean Mother 12 April - 2 June 2024 I will be unveiling a new installation ‘Ocean of Emotions,’ a project that draws inspiration from intimate conversations with 26 South Asian mothers. Inquiring into the profound ways histories, traditions, and culture have woven the tapestry of their identities. At 2.30pm there will be a performance followed by a panel discussion. My mother, Sushila, will be singing a song with her tabla which was inspired from the interviews. This will then be followed by a panel discussion with some of the mothers that were involved in the project. I hope you can make it! @harshap17 @saritawilkes @petalinteriors @tales_from_places @miramorar @smitaap @sajjini @malindakaur @remi_rana_allen @oxfordspirespractice @asmaamahmudhashmi @chasaneve @sofiabartonillustration @priya.joi @anjali28 @holasejal @playwithclay_by_kashmira @mitavaghela1 @jalkamalyoga @hema.mistry21 Shaz Shoosmith Hina Patel Soorya Gadkary Francesca Hewitt Manjula Patel Sushila Patel #southasianmothers #motherhood #soloexhibitions #womenartists #sculpture #artinstallation #textiles #textileartist #indian #southasian #contemporaryart #londongallery #southasianstories #oceanmother
Really thrilled to have an article in today’s Observer magazine! It’s about me, my mum and the sari, and my emotionally conflicted relationship towards it through the years. The sari also runs through my book, ‘What’s In a Name?’ and how as children we often internalised all the hostility towards it from the outside world. I’ve included a picture here of me and my cousin Mousumi (@mokanjilalwilliams) wearing saris recently at a family wedding - something we decided to do after being given our mum’s saris. #saristories #britishindianstories #whatsinaname #britishindianwomen #southasianstories #observermagazine #guardiannewspaper
🌟 🌊We’re thrilled to be starting our spotlight series with the one and only: Hasan Minhaj - a comedic genius, writer, producer, actor, and cultural icon who has captured hearts and minds across the globe. We all know the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine,” Hasan Minhaj has taught us that sometimes, laughter can be the best lesson. #SpotlightSeries #HasanMinhaj #Comedy #TheDesiWave #SouthAsianStories 🎭✍️🎬🌍
🚀✈️✈️✈️ Exciting News! 💥✈️✈️✈️🚀 For the 4️⃣ th year in a row, Alaska Airlines and Tasveer release seven new short films on Alaska Airlines’ in-flight entertainment. Experience them wherever Alaska Airlines flies, bringing the captivating essence of the Oscar-qualifying Tasveer Film Festival directly to the comfort of your seat. The 7️⃣ new films are (in alphabetical order), curated by Tasveer Film Festival Director @ritameher 📺 14 Years (Ronald Austin, Jr. ) @raustinjr @14yearsfilm @v4virility 📺 American Sikh (Vishavjit Singh & Ryan Westra) @americansikhfilm @sikh_captain_america @wildwildwestra 📺 Dos Bros Force (Kalyan Sura) @jk.sura 📺 Eid Mubarak (Mahnoor Euceph) @euceph 📺 Morchang (Chandradeep Singh Rathore) @chandradeep.singh.rathore 📺 Starch (Ajai Vishwanath) #ajaivishwanath 📺 Yes Sir! (Mudit Singhal) @singhal_mudit . . . . #tsaff #tsaff23 #tasveer #tasveerfilmfund #netflix #breakingcinematicbarriers #oscars #oscarqualifying #filmfestival #virtualfilmfestival #streaming #worldpremiere #featurefilm #southasian #southasianfilm #southasianstories #diaspora #representationmatters #celebratediversity #explore #netflixfundforcreativeequity
✨Book Tour✨ Thank you, Partner @bibliolifestyle @marinerbooks for the #gifted copy of A Great Country by @shilpigowda that released on March 26th. I had the opportunity to attend the book launch event @dieseldelmar on March 24th. It was interesting to find out how this story came about. The discussion moderated by @jennifercoburnbooks was also very insightful. It was so lovely to meet @shilpigowda as we gushed out about how exciting it is when books by South Asian authors are published! Can’t wait to read the book soon! Is this book on your TBR? Synopsis: “A Great Country explores themes of immigration, generational conflict, social class and privilege as it reconsiders the myth of the model minority and questions the price of the American dream.“ . . . . #agreatcountry #agreatcountrynovel #shilpisomayagowda #bibliolifestyle #southasianauthors #southasianstories #literaryfiction
From killing in the name of honour to bonded labor in Kumrat valley and extending it to education crisis in Pakistan A NOSTALGIC SILENCE is embedded with hope, courage and resistance in all its forms. P. s. Aafiya decided to accompany me to my department today 🧕 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #beyondpages #storiesthatmatter #trappedinsidestories #bookreview #southasianstories #readreadread #authors #books
GRATITUDE ✨ . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #bookreview #beyondpages #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
Some more from A NOSTALGIC SILENCE 📖 🤩 Make sure to buy my book, just for rupees 800. . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories #authors #books #readreadread
The aesthetics of my book 🎀 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #books #readreadread #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatter #authors #southasianstories
Long live Pakistan 🇵🇰 A NOSTALGIC SILENCE celebrates Pakistan and Pakistanis. Now available for deliveries all across Pakistan and internationally as well. Dm me to get your copy today! 800pkr . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #reading #bookcommunity #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #nationalanthem #pakistanzindabad #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #bookreview #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #storiesthatmatter #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books
1.5 years later after hard work, patience and moments of gratitude I am thrilled to announce the release of my debut book "A NOSTALGIC SILENCE." Writing anything is a joyful experience but the challenge now is to see what comes with being in this particular domain. My book is now available in Pakistan from @hoc_publications. Share your book reviews on all the major platforms including good reads and amazon (if you can) and help this book grow and find the right audience. Wrote this book just for the love of this country. Pakistan Zindabad 🇵🇰 . . . #anostalgicsilence #literaryfiction #pakistan #writersofinstagram #bookcommunity #reading #debutbook #stories #bookishlife #writersaroundtheworld #bookstagrampakistan #mybookfeatures #bookblogging #trappedinsidestories #beyondpages #bookreview #storiesthatmatters #southasianstories #authors #readreadread #books