Of Buddies , Books and Bachpan..
A podcast about love for Hindi Literature and Madhya Pradesh
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Bhopalnama- In Conversation With Shri Vertul Singh (opens the original)
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What a wonderfully scintillating conversation we had with Shri Vertul Singh, the author of our much thumbed and dearly loved ‘Bhopalnama’ as the befitting finale of Season 9. His deep attachment to the city almost made the vivid tales about Bhopal come alive and take on bright and beguiling hues. An hour whizzed by and left us longing for more time as we indulged in endless nostalgia about our Shahr-e- Jaana Do listen…
Patiabaazi , ek Bhopali ke saath ... (opens the original)
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In this very special episode of Season 9, we reminisce about old times and forgotten ‘qisse’ of those good old days with our school buddy Shefali who delights us with some really precious nuggets about Bhopal and Bhopaliyat. And of course we also talk about the wonderful ‘Sukha Bargad’ and all the lovely memories it rekindled in us. Do join us in the conversation…
Sukha Bargad - Conclusion. Manzoor Ahtesham (opens the original)
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The 29th and concluding chapter of “Sukha Bargad” written by Manzoor Ahtesham Saheb ends on a hopeful note. Will Rasheeda’s life take an upward curve? Will Suhail pull himself together and lead a life Abbu wanted him to- principled, steadfast and quiet? Reading this book has been a very rewarding journey- one filled with pleasant discoveries related to our beloved Bhopal and its myriad tales but also a glimpse into lives and challenges different from our own and this has made us feel think and s
Sukha Bargad - Part 28. Manzoor Ahtesham (opens the original)
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Conversations, confrontations and outbursts dominate chapter 28 of “Sukha Bargad” written by Manzoor Ahtesham Saheb. Thought-provoking, heartbreaking and sadly with a ring of truth, the statements made by the characters in this part cannot be just ignored or taken lightly. Forceful writing indeed by Manzoor Saheb. Do listen…
Sukha Bargad- Part 27. Manzoor Ahtesham (opens the original)
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In the 27th chapter of “Sukha Bargad” Manzoor Ahtesham Saheb brings together the extended “khaandan” when the much awaited NRI Parvez returns to his roots. The conversations about Indian society vis-a-vis Pakistan are quite interesting and the observations about human behaviour especially within the family are astute and on point and speak a lot about the author’s sensitivity. Do tune in…
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