maa Archives

How Shabana Azmi’s Masoom Mimes the Conflict between Motherhood & Womanhood

Masoom is an ode to motherhood that does not rely on lazy tropes and bland generalisation. It is a story that elevates the idea of motherhood beyond biological compulsions. It reminds us that the greatest gift we can give our mothers is to allow them their humanity.

Runjhun Noopur April 29, 2016

Gender

Look Who’s Not Cooking: Why My Children Will Never Eat Maa Ke Haath Ka Khana

When I was growing up, Maa’s kitchen had some manner of grinding, slow cooking going on at all times. But my utter lack of initiative when it comes to feeding people ghar ka khaana has been the cause of great pain to women in my family.

Sonali Kokra April 13, 2016

Gender

What About Sri Reddy’s Nude Protest Outrages Us?

The reactions to actor Sri Reddy’s semi-nude protest at MAA have been described as “disgusting” and “embarrassing”. But the only thing viewers should be embarrassed about, are the predators Reddy has named and shamed.

Aarti Shetty March 4, 2016