Arts and Culture

  Award-winning journalist’s debut novel explores family, empire and migration Being introduced to centuries-old stories connected Ira Mathur to writing from a very young age. This led...

  Those who have followed the work of acclaimed British poet Nikita Gill will know the deep meaning attached to her work and how wonderfully...

  Versatile actor discusses his new film, inclusive casting and inspirations British actor Divian Ladwa has balanced acclaimed roles on television, radio, and theatre with eye-catching...

  BOLLYWOOD ACTRESS DISCUSSES HER WEB DEBUT Back in the 1990s, Ayesha Jhulka made a name for herself as a leading lady in films like Jo Jeeta...

  This year’s London Film Festival runs from October 5-16 and once again has a strong south Asian line-up, which touch upon diverse genres and...

  ACTRESS ON ABANDONING FAME, HER HORRIFIC CRASH AND SPIRITUAL REBIRTH Successful model-turned-actress Anu Aggarwal became an overnight star with her hit Bollywood debut Aashiqui (1990). Instead of getting...

  One of the most interesting cover versions of the year has seen Canadian-south Asian rock artist MR.Slade reinterpret Blondie song Call Me. The singer, determined to...