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    <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:39:33 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Can Vijay translate star power into governance? Echoes of MGR in Tamil Nadu's cinema-politics nexus]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/25/can-vijay-translate-star-power-into-governance-echoes-of-mgr-in-tamil-nadus-cinema-politics-nexus.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[As Tamil Nadu's election season approached, actor C. Joseph Vijay's political foray with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) sparked widespread debate regarding his political stance and the effectiveness of translating his cinematic popularity into votes, particularly as he released his manifesto only a week before polling. This development is situated within a historical context where Tamil Nadu politics has deeply intertwined with cinema, dating back to the Dravidian movement's use of the silver screen for mass mobilization, exemplified by figures like C.N. Annadurai and M. Karunanidhi who employed films as ideological tools for social reform, and most significantly, M.G. Ramachandran, who successfully transitioned his on-screen persona of a working-class savior into a three-time Chief Ministership through his mass appeal and welfare initiatives like the midday meal scheme. Now, Vijay appears to be following a similar path, with his filmography, particularly the success of films like "Ghilli" which mirrored MGR's audience appeal and resonated with a sense of aspiration and empowerment among his largely youthful and urban fan base, serving as a pre-election manifesto, and his recent launch of the TVK and its online mobilization strategies, including harnessing "digital fury" through social media, suggest a contemporary evolution of celebrity politics that now faces the crucial test of matching popularity with institutional competence in governance.]]></description>
        <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:39:33 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[Tamil Nadu]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Art Dubai: When Indian artists turned memory into resistance]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Art Dubai's 20th edition, held in May amidst geopolitical tensions and a shift in dates due to the Middle East conflict, presented a scaled-back yet significant event that prioritized dialogue and reflection over spectacle, featuring 55 galleries and over 500 participants. Sudarshan Shetty's monumental installation, 'A Story and A Song,' which evoked themes of memory, absence, and longing through a blend of sculpture, sound, and performance, was a defining feature, creating an intimate space that dissolved the noise of conflict. The fair also underscored the growing influence of Indian and South Asian artists, with numerous participants like Shilpa Gupta, Mithu Sen, and Vikram Divecha exploring critical themes of migration, borders, labor, and identity, which resonated deeply with Dubai's multicultural fabric and the overarching tension between fragility and resilience that shaped many of the works, ultimately demonstrating art's power to foster community during turbulent times.]]></description>
        <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:12:18 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[The art of absurdity: Rise of dark humour in Malayalam cinema]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/16/the-art-of-absurdity-rise-of-dark-humour-in-malayalam-cinema.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Dark comedy is gaining traction in Malayalam cinema, with films like ‘Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam’ captivating audiences through morbid yet endearing humour, mirroring the genre's appeal seen in cult classics like Pulp Fiction]]></description>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 05:21:37 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[film]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Hollywood's evolution: Braveheart's legacy in the age of streaming and mergers]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/16/hollywoods-evolution-bravehearts-legacy-in-the-age-of-streaming-and-mergers.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Video cassettes defined 1990s home entertainment, with iconic films like ‘Braveheart’ arriving in black plastic cases. While the film itself has faced criticism for historical inaccuracy, its impact and the evolution of how we consume movies from physical media to streaming are a testament to changing times]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:26:50 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[opinion]]></category>
          			      <category><![CDATA[Learning to See]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[When art meets compassion]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Stuart Robertson's exhibition at Bikaner House showcases art inspired by his immersive 18-month residency at Delhi's Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:21:31 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[art]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Rajmohan Gandhi’s ‘Do You Know Your Hinduism’: Understanding Gandhi's legacy and India's past]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/16/rajmohan-gandhis-do-you-know-your-hinduism-understanding-gandhis-legacy-and-indias-past.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Hinduism is explored in Rajmohan Gandhi's ‘Do You Know Your Hinduism’, which questions the true beliefs of nearly 1.2 billion Hindus worldwide and highlights the diverse ways faith is transmitted]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:43:34 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[literature]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Handmade in India: How Ratnam Pen Works became a national icon]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/09/handmade-in-india-how-ratnam-pen-works-became-a-national-icon.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Rajahmundry's Ratnam Pen Works embodies the spirit of Indian craftsmanship and the Swadeshi movement, creating handmade fountain pens since 1932, and was endorsed by Mahatma Gandhi]]></description>
        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:58:16 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[art]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gurjit Singh’s ‘The Durian Flavour’: A deep dive into India and ASEAN's evolving partnership]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/09/gurjit-singhs-the-durian-flavour-a-deep-dive-into-india-and-aseans-evolving-partnership.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[India-ASEAN relations are nuanced, much like the durian fruit, developing with both pungency and deliciousness over time]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 10:24:47 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[literature]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Raghu Rai's legacy: A son's tribute to a photography pioneer]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/09/raghu-rai-legacy-a-sons-tribute-to-a-photography-pioneer.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Nitin Rai delves into the shared creative journey with his father, the renowned photographer Raghu Rai, highlighting how a home filled with art, music, and intellectual discussions nurtured his passion for photography and forged an unbreakable connection between them]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 10:19:56 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[Photography]]></category>
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        <title><![CDATA[Siddi Kawandi quilts: Weaving stories of heritage, resilience in Western Ghats]]></title>
        <link>https://www.theweek.in/magazine/theweek/leisure/2026/05/02/siddi-kawandi-quilts-weaving-stories-of-heritage-resilience-in-western-ghats.html</link>
        <description><![CDATA[THE WEEK presents 10 unique kawandis crafted by the Siddi women of Karnataka as part of a photo project]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 09:13:09 GMT</pubDate>
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                  			      <category><![CDATA[art]]></category>
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