HerStories and HiStories by Francesca Miller
Writer | Culture Folklorist | Mythologist | Copywriter Specialising in Diversity and Inclusion
March 2007 Mira Nair’s new film is to be released later this month in cinemas worldwide. It is inspired by the best-selling novel of the same name that was published in 2003 and written by Jhumpa Lahiri – the contemporary Indian (Bengali) American writer. The film is the story of the Ganguli family, evoking a… Continue reading The Namesake : a Story that Hits Home
2006 has had great hits: Fanaa, Rang de Basanti, KANK, Dhoom 2, Krrish, DON… However, one cannot help but notice a lack of family movies. The festive season has had two major family ones, Vivah and since Friday, Baabul. Both have: addressed traditional social issues, had a star studded cast and a great promotion. On… Continue reading Baabul An Aspiring Progressive Movie
August 2006 I am sure you have all heard of Karan Johar’s very much talked about latest movie that was released earlier this month. I always consider the coming out of his movies as a huge event that deserves a proper celebration: gang of friends or sisters to go and watch it, along with a… Continue reading Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna – A Controversial Summer Gem
September 16th, 2006 On Thursday afternoon, the entrance of the most enchanting store in London was packed by hundreds of Indians and the English press awaiting an event packed with Bollywood glitz and glamour. The event, to celebrate the launch of Bollywood Legends Dolls, saw hundreds of fans gather outside the doors of Harrods to… Continue reading Bollywood Comes to Harrods
HerStories and HiStories by Francesca Miller 