Why Biswa Kalyan Rath is Ready to Be More Than His Punchlines
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Why Biswa Kalyan Rath is Ready to Be More Than His Punchlines

Unlike the West that depends on Hollywood comedians to deliver intelligent shows, most Indian web-series created by Indian stand-ups feel like an extension of their comedy specials. But Biswa Kalyan Rath who is insistent on not letting his involvement in creating Laakhon Mein Ek dictate its ownership, could be the exception.
Clay vs Ali
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Clay vs Ali

The devotee and the deity are joined by a feeling of smallness felt by the former in the latter’s presence. Muhammad Ali, however, made his disciples feel larger and stronger.
Decoding One Indian Girl
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Decoding One Indian Girl

The shitpile of gender stereotypes is higher than Antilia and stinkier than Dharavi. I have a sneaking suspicion that Chetan Bhagat’s book will add to its height and fragrance.
The Boy Who Lived
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The Boy Who Lived

Prashant and Nisha Jain, parents of Maharashtra’s youngest paediatric cadaver organ donor, have become torchbearers of the cause. The gift of four lives is Darsh’s legacy.
One Post to Mourn Them All
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One Post to Mourn Them All

With due respect to Muhammad Ali, it is unbelievable that he “deeply moved” so many on my friend list. These are the six kinds of social-media mourners you should watch out for.
The Sultan Will Have the Last Laugh
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The Sultan Will Have the Last Laugh

In these times of outrage, saying asinine things is the way to publicity. Donald Trump may get a presidency out of it. So what’s wrong if Sallu wants to get a hit out of it?