Let’s get one thing straight: New York City is outrageously expensive.And unless you’ve lucked into a rent-controlled apartment or married rich, odds are your paycheck mostly vanishes into the black hole known as “rent.” Despite what the TV shows say, not all of us are sipping $17 cocktails in sky-high stilettos while casually buying throw pillows …
If you’re like me—perpetually curious, sometimes broke, and always down for a little art-induced serotonin—NYC’s museum scene is basically a life hack. You don’t need trust fund energy to wander through sculpture gardens, make eye contact with a Warhol, or impress your cousin visiting from Jersey. Whether you’re a lifelong New Yorker, a savvy student, …
If you’re like me, always hoping for a South Asian rom-com that doesn’t feel like it was written with a checklist of clichés, A Nice Indian Boy is the 2025 surprise I didn’t know I needed—and now can’t stop thinking about. Directed by Roshan Sethi and based on Madhuri Shekar’s stage play, this warm, funny, and surprisingly …
Get ready for a vibrant celebration of queer storytelling at NewFest 2024, where desi talent shines bright! This year’s lineup is packed with must-see films, thought-provoking shorts, and powerful documentaries that explore the rich and diverse narratives of South Asian voices within the LGBTQ+ community. From the world premiere of A Nice Indian Boyto intimate shorts like Amma’s …
Why ‘American Desi’ Still Feels Like a Mirror for Indian-Americans (Even Two Decades Later)I first watched American Desi in high school—just two years after I moved to the U.S.—and honestly? I wasn’t ready. It felt like the movie had cracked open my teenage brain and projected it on screen. Kris, the main guy, is trying …
I’ve known Ryan Serhant from “A-List New York,” so I was immediately interested in watching his new Netflix show, “Owning Manhattan.” Now the owner of Serhant Real Estate, it’s fascinating to see him in the role of a boss, leading a team of new agents as they navigate the competitive world of New York City …
Netflix’s Indian content often feels like a mixed bag, making it tough to find truly standout films. When friends ask for recommendations, it’s hard to point to something I fully enjoy. That’s why I’ve created my own list of the top Indian movies on Netflix! This blog post will be a living document, updated as …
