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11 hours ago
2 min

Jhumpa Lahiri's Whereabouts: A Subtle Exploration of Loneliness

Jhumpa Lahiri's Whereabouts is quite unlike her other books. I prepared to rip my heart out of the chest as I pre-ordered it.

Feb 19
3 min

Waking Up In Binsar Forest Retreat

Tearjerking sunrises, comfort (And extremely delicious) food, star-studded sky are a few things that describe Binsar Forest Retreat.

Feb 17
3 min

'Malcolm & Marie' Review: The Plot Goes Nowhere & It's Exhausting

Malcolm & Marie, directed by Sam Levinson is currently steaming on Netflix. At the outset, Malcolm & Marie seems promising. From the...

Oct 8, 2020
4 min

I Have A Problem With Emily In Paris But I Also Don't

When I first watched the trailer of Emily In Paris, I was excited. And for two reasons: Darren Star and Lily Collins.

Jul 12, 2020
3 min

'Japan Sinks: 2020' Review: Fragmented But With Gravity

Japan Sinks: 2020 is set in an apocalyptic world where a family fights for its survival, holding on to whatever little hope they find.

Jul 9, 2020
2 min

Midnight Diner: A Comfort For All Seasons

There’s no dearth of good shows on the internet but there are certain shows that get you hooked. For a simple reason — good comforting...

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