Vijay has achieved one part of the MGR story—quitting at the peak of his cinematic powers and getting the throne. The second part, leaving a political legacy beyond his years, will be the bigger challenge
By Lakshmi Subramanian May 31, 2026
Art Dubai's 20th edition highlighted the growing influence of Indian and South Asian artists, who used their work to explore themes of migration, borders, and identity, resonating deeply with Dubai's multifaceted identity
By Neeta Lal May 31, 2026
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
By Praveen Davar May 24, 2026
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
By Sajin Shrijith May 24, 2026
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
By Navin J Antony May 24, 2026
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
By Anjuly Mathai May 24, 2026
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
By Amey Mansabdar May 17, 2026
India-ASEAN relations are nuanced, much like the durian fruit, developing with both pungency and deliciousness over time
By Sandeep Chakravorty May 17, 2026
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
By Nitin Rai May 17, 2026
THE WEEK presents 10 unique kawandis crafted by the Siddi women of Karnataka as part of a photo project
By Bhanu Prakash Chandra May 10, 2026
Content and commerce are increasingly intertwined in Bollywood, as filmmaker Karan Johar articulated at THE WEEK Salon, emphasising that films must make money to survive
By Pooja Biraia May 10, 2026
From Arundhati Roy's autobiography to Ryan Gosling's sci-fi thriller, Mother Mart is surfacing in books and movies in new and unexpected ways
By Anjuly Mathai May 03, 2026
Lectures in bars are emerging as a popular trend, deinstitutionalising knowledge and making intellectual engagement more accessible in informal urban spaces
By Shubhangi Shah May 03, 2026
Artist studios are intimate spaces reflecting an artist's personality and creative process, often revealing vulnerability and the raw materials of inspiration Rohit Chawla's ‘Portrait of an Artist’ captures these unique environments, showcasing the authentic lives and minds of diverse creative practitioners
By Anjuly Mathai April 26, 2026