Kahini Iyer, Author at Arré

The Mixed Legacy of Justice Dipak Misra

Today is CJI Dipak Misra's last day as top judge. He will be remembered as the judge who scrapped Section 377 – but his legacy will be shrouded by the impeachment motion and the Justice Loya investigation.

Kahini Iyer March 16, 2016

Pop Culture

Why Kunal Kamra’s “Bold” Satire Stands Out in the Age of Bollywood’s “Apolitical” Stars

In our vast and diverse democracy, is it really possible for every filmmaker, writer, and performer to have the same rose-tinted view of the country? Obviously not. That’s why Kunal Kamra, whose bracing political satire dares to challenge that status quo, stands out.

Kahini Iyer March 16, 2016

Culture

Who Made You the Fashion Police of the Met Gala?

Aside from squealing over Baby Taimur’s adventures in micro-fashion, most of us don’t know the first thing about clothes. But on a few special nights of the year, like the Met Gala, even the most fashionably challenged among us become a leading authority on French couture.

Kahini Iyer March 12, 2016

Pop Culture

Captain Marvel Review: A Reminder of Why We Fell in Love with the Avengers

Captain Marvel takes us back to the humble beginnings of the MCU, before we come to its operatic end. It’s a welcome palate-cleanser before the guaranteed plunge into the overstuffed chaos that Avengers: Endgame, releasing next month, will be.

Kahini Iyer March 10, 2016

Pop Culture

In The Age of Peak Prestige TV, the Endless Joy of Watching Queer Eye

Queer Eye is about bringing the best tenets of queer culture into the mainstream: The values that come from people who don’t fit the rigid expectations of society, and who understand that, regardless of orientation, no one does. Beyond the trappings of chic wardrobes and tasteful decor, this is what makes the show binge-worthy even in Season 4.

Kahini Iyer March 10, 2016

Sports

Mirror Mirror on the Wall, Who is the Hottest Footballer of Them All?

The FIFA World Cup is a quadrennial Miss World pageant for dudes. To ensure complete fairness, we’ve ranked all the players on the basis of the three most important skills required in football: Have they got the game, heart, and the hot bod to be the ultimate Man of the Snatch?

Kahini Iyer March 10, 2016

Culture

Who Made You the Fashion Police of the Met Gala?

Aside from squealing over Baby Taimur’s adorable dessert-themed playsuits, most of us don’t know anything about fashion. But on a few special nights of the year, like the Met Gala, even the most fashionably challenged among us become a leading authority on French couture.

Kahini Iyer March 9, 2016

Pop Culture

My Own Private Bigg Boss: What Charms Does Bigg Boss 14 Hold When Life Has Become a Reality Show?

Bigg Boss 14 begins today. For a population locked down in their homes, will the reality show – watching people locked down inside a house – be any different? Or will the contestants and their motivations make sense? After five months of doing jhadoo-pocha, who among us hasn’t felt like yelling at everyone to get off her back à la Pooja “What is this behaviour” Misrra?

Kahini Iyer March 8, 2016

Pop Culture

Keeping Up With the Kardashians: A Sincere Look at the First Family of American Controversy

The early days of Kardashian fame were a far cry from the mega-rich Balmain-clad glamazons they’ve become. They might have been our very first influencers, spawning a movement that will outlive KUWTK. But this year has also seen us, the viewing public, no longer being interested in celebrity for celebrity’s sake.

Kahini Iyer March 7, 2016

Sports

Girls Just Wanna Score Runs: Why 2018 Was a Banner Year for Women in Sport

Women in sports are making up for lost time by smashing records while stoking the pride of the nation. From the on-field exploits of Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet Kaur, to the athletic feats of PV Sindhu, Hima Das, Mary Kom, and their peers, female athletes have forced naysayers to eat their words.

Kahini Iyer March 6, 2016