Kids

Disgusting fate those innocent kids had. To be the targets of ruthless sexual desire is the worst thing that can happen to anyone. In a way I think they were lucky the molesters finished them off. I wonder what psychological trauma they would have had to endure had they lived. And also a sort of sympathetic stigma. To hear elders constantly pity them, to hear people say how lucky their own kids were to have escaped this fate and understand absolutely zilch.

Wonder what kind of upbringing the criminals have had. Wonder what kind of society creates them. For far too long we Indians have boasted of our joint families and sound environment they provide. I think it's time we did a little introspection.

Our railway ticket issuers have plenty of change. But they refuse to part with it. They know exactly what ticket a commuter requires. They deny any knowledge of it. They know a commuter stands in queue for long times. They know other commuters in the queue will not let an argument go on for long. They know commuters are always in a hurry. As a result, they build complete disregard for a commuter's woes.

High time we commuters raised our voices against this arrogance. High time we realised that the only remaining unorganized section of our society is the consumer. High time we did not occasionally mind one of us fighting it out at the window even if it delays us by a bit. Each time we speak together, we will ensure that our next wait in the queue will be less painful.

Bagpiper

I don't like Ajay Devgan. But this is one advertisement where he simply rocks! His catchline, "Khoob jamega rang jab mil baithenge teen yar, aap, main aur bagpiper!" then his 'wink' followed by, "Soda!" is terrific. Cheers Ajay! I hope our government abolishes the stupid policy of not allowing liquor advertisements while giving freedom to consume it.

15 Park Avenue

I loved the film. Both Sens have done a terrific job and so has Rahul Bose. But Shabana's underplayed role simply steals the show. Her true to the soul performance quickly grabs attention and she emerges as the central character of the film. While Konkona's slow deterioration and gradual development of her decease is brilliantly showcased, it is Shabana and her struggles that take center stage. One very important question the film asked was, "What happens when dreams become a reality?" Konkona's disappearance is both metaphorical and real.

Three cheers to the Sen clan!