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Happy Birthday SRK: From Selling 'Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa' Tickets for Survival to Owning Bollywood – A Full Circle Moment

Long before the crowds gathered outside Mannat, there was a quieter, humbler scene where Shah Rukh Khan was just another guy behind a ticket counter, selling  dreams. It feels almost poetic, doesn’t it? The superstar we now celebrate, standing - a little nervously, perhaps - behind that ticket window, the gleam of hope in his eye matching the twinkle that later illuminated cinema screens everywhere. It’s one of those unforgettable images, despite being almost invisible in the thunderous roar that follows a star’s meteoric rise. Somewhere Between Dreams and Reality Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (@redchilliesent/Instagram) Back in those days - early ‘90s - the Mumbai film scene was a jungle, not the well-oiled machine it is today. Aspiring actors, each with his own story and sparkle, jostled for attention in dingy studios and cramped cafes. Shah Rukh Khan, fresh from TV fame, was no exception, navigating the labyrinthine routes of ...

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On Kriti Kharbanda’s Birthday: How She Made Her Mark Across Multiple Film Industries
On Kriti Kharbanda’s Birthday: How She Made Her Mark Across Multiple Film Industries
From Kannada roots to Bollywood resonance, Kriti Kharbanda’s journey isn’t a sprint - it’s a slow-burn story of talent, tact, and tenacity. Funny t...
Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas: Why is Indira Gandhi’s Death Day Celebrated as National Pledge Day?
Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas: Why is Indira Gandhi’s Death Day Celebrated as National Pledge Day?
A solemn pause in the rush of time - where reflection meets resolve, and a nation's pledge is quietly renewed. You think national days are just abo...
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Bhai Dooj Special: Thali Craft 101: Building a Reusable, Beautiful Ritual Set
DIY your way to a stunning, eco-friendly thali that keeps the tradition alive year after year. Bhai Dooj is that sweet spot after Diwali where we t...
Many Faiths, One Light: Diwali for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs - and the Secular City
Many Faiths, One Light: Diwali for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs - and the Secular City
One festival, many meanings - Diwali sparkles across faiths and even the modern metropolis, reminding everyone that light looks good on all of us....
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From Firecrackers to OTT Premieres: How India Celebrates Diwali in the Digital Age
From tradition to trending hashtags - India's Festival of Lights goes digital while keeping its heart intact.  Happy Diwali to all you lovely...
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Diwali 2025: Know the Legends Behind the Five Days of Celebration
Beyond the lights and sweets lies a treasure trove of ancient tales that shaped India's most beloved festival, each day carrying legends that have sur...
Why Dhanteras Is More Than Just Shopping: The Psychology of Auspicious Buying
Why Dhanteras Is More Than Just Shopping: The Psychology of Auspicious Buying
Sometimes the most powerful purchases aren't driven by need - they're fueled by hope. When my grandmother clutched that tiny silver coin on Dhanter...
A Spotlight on Karwachauth Aesthetics: Red, Gold, Moonlight - A Visual Grammar for the Festival
A Spotlight on Karwachauth Aesthetics: Red, Gold, Moonlight - A Visual Grammar for the Festival
Beyond the fast, there's a feast for the eyes. Let's unravel the beautiful visual code of red, gold, and moonlight that makes Karwachauth so spellbind...
Birthday Special: From Raj Kapoor to Ray - Exploring Simi Garewal's Crossroads of Mainstream and Art-House
Birthday Special: From Raj Kapoor to Ray - Exploring Simi Garewal's Crossroads of Mainstream and Art-House
There’s something about birthdays that makes people pause - and what better reason than Simi Garewal’s to take that pause, wipe off the sepia-tinted d...
Remembering Munshi Premchand Through His Short Stories that Stay: Why “Kafan,” “Idgah,” “Shatranj ke Khiladi” Still Cut Deep
Remembering Munshi Premchand Through His Short Stories that Stay: Why “Kafan,” “Idgah,” “Shatranj ke Khiladi” Still Cut Deep
A casual look at why the stories of a writer from a hundred years ago still feel so startlingly, sometimes uncomfortably, alive today. Let's be hon...
Gandhi Jayanti: The Discipline of Simplicity - What Gandhian Living Does to Mind and Body
Gandhi Jayanti: The Discipline of Simplicity - What Gandhian Living Does to Mind and Body
Walking in Gandhi's simple sandals - how less really does more for mind and body Every 2nd October, India pauses for a moment of quiet magic. No lo...
Dussehra Sweets Map for Bengal - Narkel Naru to Sondesh - Sweetness as Social Contract
Dussehra Sweets Map for Bengal - Narkel Naru to Sondesh - Sweetness as Social Contract
A Bengali Dussehra without sweets? Unthinkable! Discover how treats like Narkel Naru and Sondesh spread joy, seal community bonds, and wrap the festiv...
Saree Codes of Navami: Laal-Par, Benarasi, and the Aesthetic of Shubho
Saree Codes of Navami: Laal-Par, Benarasi, and the Aesthetic of Shubho
Saree up and smile! Navami’s here with its own timeless code! Let’s unravel why Laal-Par and Benarasi sarees rule the feast, hearts, and Instagram fee...
Bengal’s Navami vs South India’s Ayudha Puja: Two Rituals, One Ethos
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Two lands, two rituals, one spirit - where goddess, tools, and joy unite on Navami and Ayudha Puja. Navami in Bengal? It’s a heady swirl of flower-...
From Labra to Mishti Doi: The Iconic Festive Foods of Bengali Durga Ashtami Bhog
From Labra to Mishti Doi: The Iconic Festive Foods of Bengali Durga Ashtami Bhog
A delicious journey through the flavors that make Durga Ashtami more than just a prayer, but a feast for the soul. Ever wondered what divine tastes...
Timeless Bengali Saree Styles for Durga Ashtami: How to Choose the Perfect Festive Drapes
Timeless Bengali Saree Styles for Durga Ashtami: How to Choose the Perfect Festive Drapes
The air is getting crisp, the scent of shiuli flowers is everywhere, and you can almost hear the distant beat of the dhak. That’s right, Durga P...
Festive Makeup and Jewelry for Durga Ashtami: Traditional and Contemporary Bengali Looks
Festive Makeup and Jewelry for Durga Ashtami: Traditional and Contemporary Bengali Looks
Hey there! Durga Ashtami is just around the corner, and if you're wondering how to nail that perfect blend of divine tradition and dazzling style,...
Bold and Beautiful: Top Durga Puja Fashion Trends for Women in Bengal This Ashtami
Bold and Beautiful: Top Durga Puja Fashion Trends for Women in Bengal This Ashtami
Ashtami is almost here, and your fashion game needs to be as powerful as the Goddess herself. Let’s dive into the trends that are making waves i...