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Stick Figures and Subversion

Despite shrinking space for dissent, amateur comic artists are continuing India’s long tradition of political cartoons and commentary.

Utkarsh Ambudkar is Thriving

For the actor and rapper — who first rose to fame for his role in Pitch Perfect — 2020 is his year.

Sumukhi Suresh Turns Complexity into Comedy Gold

The comedian gets candid on her rise from food scientist to creator of the cult-favorite TV series Pushpavalli.

25 Years of Rangeela, the Quintessential Ode to Bollywood

Armed with a brilliant cast and a glorious soundtrack by A. R. Rahman, the film is a tribute to Mumbai, moviemaking, and the filmiest of love stories.

Pranab Mukherjee, The Improbable President

The greatest skill of the former President of India was his ability to guide power — even when it thwarted his ambitions to become prime minister.

How Ancestry Test Results Became Browner

South Asians curious about their genetic ancestry have had a front-row seat to the technology's evolution — and some are left wanting for more accurate results.

Thiru Kumar, Legendary Dosa Man

Kumar’s dosa cart is more than just a popular lunch spot in the heart of New York City — it’s a destination where the key draw is the owner himself.

'A Political Awakening': South Asians Play Growing Role in U.S. Elections

From ‘Hindus for Trump’ to the Kamala Harris effect, the fast-growing group could tilt the election in key states.

How Nikki Haley Rose Through Republican Ranks

The Punjabi American, who was South Carolina’s youngest governor, has the unparalleled ability to adapt to her party’s changing winds.

Anti-Blackness in the Indo-Caribbean Diaspora

Despite Afro- and Indo-Caribbeans living and working together for over a century, anti-Blackness is still persistent.

The Messy Race Categories of the U.S. Census

Until 2000, the decennial survey classified South Asians differently almost every decade.

Dating is a “Hot Mess,” Says Vyasar From Indian Matchmaking

The Texas college counselor argues that, while dating, people have only one job: be real.

The “Modern” Matchmaker

As the arranged marriage industry “modernizes,” there remains debate over who is responsible for shifting the values of this age-old business.

"A Suitable Boy" is Lavish, But Far Too Hasty

The BBC adaptation of Vikram Seth’s 1993 novel boasts a solid cast and seasoned director, but feels rushed within the network’s six-episode format.

Why Jewish-Hindu Couples Click

Hindus are among the least likely in the U.S. to marry outside their faith. Yet, Hindu-Jewish couples share many bonds that tie them together.

For Ankita of “Indian Matchmaking,” Honesty is the Best Policy

The Delhi-based entrepreneur says if you’re not going to be honest to yourself, you’ll end up in a soup.

Opinion: Yes, Patriot Act Oversimplified Things — Thank Goodness

The show wasn’t perfect, but access to credible news is a luxury and there shouldn’t be shame in learning from visual, jargon-free crash courses.

Pakistan’s Sheedis Try to Stake Out Their Place

The country’s most visible minority — descended from African slaves, traders, and mercenaries — has been living in Pakistan for centuries, but still remains relegated to the margins.

Kamala Harris Leaves Young South Asians Divided

Though Harris is ranked as the most progressive senator in Congress today, Gen Z South Asians are less forgiving of her record as attorney general.

The Rishta Aunty of Instagram

Ome Khan’s matchmaking show gives people the chance to showcase their best selves, but she doesn’t let them go without asking a few tough questions.