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Symposium explores humour's role in challenging social and political realities
2+ hour, 34+ min ago (328+ words) Published - June 23, 2026 06: 44 pm IST - Thiruvananthapuram Humour in Malayalam cinema has long transcended entertainment, serving as a tool to question social realities, political structures and cultural norms, speakers observed at a symposium on "Humour in Malayalam cinema" held at Ayyankali Hall…...
SHABD-26 art, literary fest under way at JSS STU
1+ week, 3+ day ago (27+ words) The 20th edition of SHABD-26, JSS Science and Technology University's (JSS STU) annual art and literary festival, began on the university campus here on Saturday....
Sumukhi Suresh on why stand-up comedy should feel like an uncomfortable, honest confession
1+ week, 4+ day ago (291+ words) I am from India of course, but I'm also specifically from South India," Sumukhi Suresh declares, onstage in Los Angeles. As a part of the global comedy festival Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2026 in May, Sumukhi was the only female…...
What does "wunderkind" mean?
2+ week, 1+ day ago (87+ words) Neither of his parents are interested in music. So, they are surprised that he is frequently referred to as a musical wunderkind. The wunderkind had published five successful novels by the time he turned 20. The moment he accepted the bribe,…...
Roommates" series review: Some warmth and wit in this everyday lives of bachelors
2+ week, 4+ day ago (253+ words) Updated - June 05, 2026 11: 00 am IST The charm of Roomates lies in these small moments. It's a series light on its feet, never taking itself too seriously. Of course, the series shows the usual bachelor habits (e. g. , unkept rooms), and since it's not…...
When legal doctrine meets absurdity, comedy, and courtroom theatrics
3+ week, 4+ day ago (340+ words) The law and the legal system form the foundation of societal order. Their legitimacy rests upon procedural discipline, fidelity to constitutional and statutory frameworks, and the promise that disputes will be resolved through reason. Courts are designed to embody this…...
Satire | The Great Nicobar nuisance
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (359+ words) Cut trees, save the nation: Gifting the island to a "dani" can"t be worse than handing over the Indian Ocean to China...
JITO Harshotsava in Belagavi on the weekend
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (18+ words) Join JITO Harshotsava in Belagavi on May 9-10 for inspiring lectures, performances, and interviews with successful entrepreneurs....
Month-long Kochi Comedy Festival brings together national and regional artistes
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (202+ words) The inaugural edition of the Kochi Comedy Festival kicked off on April 19 with Opening Night Show featuring artistes such as Kenny Sebastian, Abish Mathew, Gautham Govindan, Shamik Chakrabarti and Anand Rathnam along with a few artistes from Kerala For Jomy…...
Two Women" movie review: Canadian comedy is stuck in its past
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (92+ words) The Hindu It features unsatisfied women moving aimlessly around their homes, seeking a solution to their loveless marriages Unfortunately, for Robichaud and Leger's film, the source material makes its presence felt in a way that overpowers any novel ideas. Violette…...