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Young the Giant is Changing the Face of Indie Rock

With album ‘American Bollywood,’ frontman Sameer Gadhia fuses Indian and American music, adding a new sound — and story — to a predominantly white space.

How “Jugaad” Became a Bad Word

Once a business buzzword, the Indian practice of makeshift, creative solutions is now — at times unfairly — associated with half-baked, shoddy work.

The Indian Olympian Turned Accused Killer

Sushil Kumar medaled in 2008 and 2012, putting Indian wrestling back on the world stage. His fall exposed the dark side of the sport, where champions become criminals.

The Beautiful Intimacy of ‘Monsoon Wedding’

Mira Nair’s 2001 film went beyond a picture-perfect celebration of the big Indian wedding to give audiences an honest portrait of an imperfect family.

The Rise of South Asian Studies in U.S. Colleges

College students are increasingly tapping into their heritage not just at home but also at school. But access and resources aren’t always equal.

No One Was Ready for ‘ABCD’

The 1999 film reflected the complexities of the diaspora, spelling out uncomfortable truths and depicting sexuality in a way that remains far ahead of its time.

Colonization Might Be Responsible for Your Diabetes

South Asians are genetically predisposed to diabetes. New research suggests that British Raj-induced famines could be to blame.

Why the ‘Never Have I Ever’ Season 3 Finale Hit So Hard

We talked series co-creator Lang Fisher and star Maitreyi Ramakrishnan about Devi’s dilemma and the decision few viewers saw coming.

Does the Diaspora Novel Need an Update?

Despite diverse South Asian stories and authors, publishers keep seeking out the same narratives.

The Endless Frustration of South Asian Hair Loss

For a culture that has long revered long, thick hair, community members are finding that traditional hair care rituals and advice are falling short.

Meet the New Aparna

The breakout star of Indian Matchmaking Season 1 is back for Season 2 — this time, with a new approach to finding love.

The Disappearing Sweets of Bengal

The region renowned for its sweet tooth endured multiple conflicts and divisions, losing many of its creative mishti-making traditions in the process.

The Fight to Teach Partition in the West

Despite significant South Asian populations, U.S., U.K., and Canadian schools rarely teach students about one of the largest and deadliest mass migrations in history.

How ‘Garm Hava’ Reframes the Partition Narrative

Instead of focusing on the traumatic events of Partition, the 1974 M.S. Sathyu film provides a searing look at what happened after.

Remembering Partition and Independence, 75 Years On

Ten in-depth stories about the historical event that forever changed the subcontinent.

How ‘Taal’ Took Aishwarya Rai to New Heights

The plot of Subhash Ghai’s 1999 film was nothing new. The killer soundtrack and a rising star made it a global sensation.

Why South Asians Struggle with IVF

South Asians are increasingly seeking fertility treatments, only to find that the process is costlier, more time-consuming, and less successful than it is for other groups.

Stick With ‘Never Have I Ever’ Season 3

While the new season initially feels formulaic, the show ultimately evolves into something more profound.

‘Indian Matchmaking’ Season 2 is Still a Hate Watch

Sima from Mumbai is back, and so is the reality show’s narrow depiction of India’s matchmaking industry.

The Fierceness of Poorna Jagannathan

We talked to the star about starting her acting career in her 30s, playing fearless women, and why she almost said no to ‘Never Have I Ever.’