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Excerpts from a short story Kafan by PremchandDhananjay Bhosale, 27, hails from a small village named Rampur in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra. He holds a deep interest in Marathi and Hindi literature and finds joy in both listening to and narrating stories. Often, he reads and recites his favorite Marathi and Hindi poems to his friends. Among Marathi poets, Nagaraj Manjule remains a personal favorite, while in Hindi, he particularly admires the works of Babusha Kohli and Avinash Mishra. Dhananjay has also followed nearly all episodes of Guftagoo program, describing it as a memorable and enriching listening experience. Through these sessions, he has developed a finer understanding of pronunciation, word modulation, and the expressive ebb and flow of spoken language.Curator: IrfanJoin the Art of Reading:Share Your Story on Listen with IrfanDo you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.How to Participate:- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.- Send your recording via email to ramrotiaaloo@gmail.com or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. Take inspiration from the sample recording by narrator Munish (attached).Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!Let’s create something beautiful together!Cover: IrfanWe respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at ramrotiaaloo@gmail.com

Conceived, Written and Produced by Irfan Based on the book Pillars of Parallel Cinema by O.P. Srivastava Introduction to Podcasts: Pillars of Parallel Cinema In a world where Artificial Intelligence increasingly shapes our films, where voices, faces, and mannerisms are becoming deeply fake, we invite you on a journey back to a time, when cinema was a mirror to real life. This was an era where stories, characters, and settings were grounded in realism and human sensibilities. We are talking about the golden phase of Hindi cinema, known as Parallel Cinema-a movement unparalleled in the history of Indian cinema. Spanning from 1969 to 1999, this period stands out as the most creative and realistic phase in Indian cinema history. It gave birth to immortal films like Bhumika, Akrosh, Paar, and Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, to name a few. The Parallel Cinema movement also introduced us to visionary filmmakers such as Shyam Benegal, Govind Nihalani, Goutam Ghose, and Sai Paranjape. Additionally, this era brought forth an array of brilliant actors including Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Smita Patil, Shabana Azmi, Deepti Naval, Farooq Sheikh, Amrish Puri, Sadhu Meher, Surekha Sikri, and Mohan Agashe. In our new series of podcasts, Pillars of Parallel Cinema, we will explore some groundbreaking films meticulously selected by banker-turned-filmmaker OP Srivastava for his book Pillars of Parallel Cinema. Join us on this exciting journey to rediscover the essence of cinema that was not just a reflection of society, but also a powerful medium of expression that connected deeply with human experiences and emotions. The Book Pillars of Parallel Cinema The book offers a retrospective of 50 landmark films that defined Hindi parallel cinema, covering the period from the late 1960s to themid-1990s. It explores the emergence of parallel cinema as an alternative to mainstream Bollywood, emphasizing films driven by creative vision rather than commercial motivations. Srivastava highlights the socio-political contexts these films were set in and how they resonated with the middle-class audience by reflecting their realities. The book includes background stories about how each film was made and delves into the significant role these films played in shaping the "new wave" of Indian cinema. Filmmakers like Shyam Benegal, who contributed to this movement, praised the book for its comprehensive approach to documenting this important era in Indian film history. It could be a valuable read if you're interested in the history of Indian parallel cinema and the filmmaking processes behind some of its most iconic films. Buy on ⁠⁠Amazon⁠

Conceived, Written and Produced by Irfan Based on the book Pillars of Parallel Cinema by O.P. Srivastava Introduction to Podcasts: Pillars of Parallel Cinema In a world where Artificial Intelligence increasingly shapes our films, where voices, faces, and mannerisms are becoming deeply fake, we invite you on a journey back to a time, when cinema was a mirror to real life. This was an era where stories, characters, and settings were grounded in realism and human sensibilities. We are talking about the golden phase of Hindi cinema, known as Parallel Cinema-a movement unparalleled in the history of Indian cinema. Spanning from 1969 to 1999, this period stands out as the most creative and realistic phase in Indian cinema history. It gave birth to immortal films like Bhumika, Akrosh, Paar, and Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, to name a few. The Parallel Cinema movement also introduced us to visionary filmmakers such as Shyam Benegal, Govind Nihalani, Goutam Ghose, and Sai Paranjape. Additionally, this era brought forth an array of brilliant actors including Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Smita Patil, Shabana Azmi, Deepti Naval, Farooq Sheikh, Amrish Puri, Sadhu Meher, Surekha Sikri, and Mohan Agashe. In our new series of podcasts, Pillars of Parallel Cinema, we will explore some groundbreaking films meticulously selected by banker-turned-filmmaker OP Srivastava for his book Pillars of Parallel Cinema. Join us on this exciting journey to rediscover the essence of cinema that was not just a reflection of society, but also a powerful medium of expression that connected deeply with human experiences and emotions. The Book Pillars of Parallel Cinema The book offers a retrospective of 50 landmark films that defined Hindi parallel cinema, covering the period from the late 1960s to themid-1990s. It explores the emergence of parallel cinema as an alternative to mainstream Bollywood, emphasizing films driven by creative vision rather than commercial motivations. Srivastava highlights the socio-political contexts these films were set in and how they resonated with the middle-class audience by reflecting their realities. The book includes background stories about how each film was made and delves into the significant role these films played in shaping the "new wave" of Indian cinema. Filmmakers like Shyam Benegal, who contributed to this movement, praised the book for its comprehensive approach to documenting this important era in Indian film history. It could be a valuable read if you're interested in the history of Indian parallel cinema and the filmmaking processes behind some of its most iconic films. Buy on ⁠Amazon⁠

~Aur Ant Mein...~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Aur Kitne Qareeb~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Bhaiya: Anjana Sambal~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Driving Ka Darr~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Badki Amma~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Smriti Ke Rang Mein Holi~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Kasaila Paniphal~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Aspatal: Sneh, Mamta Aur Prem~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Bairang Dakiya~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Didiya: Mere Mann Ki Komal Dhaal~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Bhagta Bachpan~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

~Aspatal Tak Jaati Nadi~ "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands." ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi About the Writer: Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

Conceived, Written and Produced by Irfan Based on the book Pillars of Parallel Cinema by O.P. Srivastava Introduction to Podcasts: Pillars of Parallel Cinema In a world where Artificial Intelligence increasingly shapes our films, where voices, faces, and mannerisms are becoming deeply fake, we invite you on a journey back to a time, when cinema was a mirror to real life. This was an era where stories, characters, and settings were grounded in realism and human sensibilities. We are talking about the golden phase of Hindi cinema, known as Parallel Cinema-a movement unparalleled in the history of Indian cinema. Spanning from 1969 to 1999, this period stands out as the most creative and realistic phase in Indian cinema history. It gave birth to immortal films like Bhumika, Akrosh, Paar, and Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, to name a few. The Parallel Cinema movement also introduced us to visionary filmmakers such as Shyam Benegal, Govind Nihalani, Goutam Ghose, and Sai Paranjape. Additionally, this era brought forth an array of brilliant actors including Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Smita Patil, Shabana Azmi, Deepti Naval, Farooq Sheikh, Amrish Puri, Sadhu Meher, Surekha Sikri, and Mohan Agashe. In our new series of podcasts, Pillars of Parallel Cinema, we will explore some groundbreaking films meticulously selected by banker-turned-filmmaker OP Srivastava for his book Pillars of Parallel Cinema. Join us on this exciting journey to rediscover the essence of cinema that was not just a reflection of society, but also a powerful medium of expression that connected deeply with human experiences and emotions. The Book Pillars of Parallel Cinema The book offers a retrospective of 50 landmark films that defined Hindi parallel cinema, covering the period from the late 1960s to themid-1990s. It explores the emergence of parallel cinema as an alternative to mainstream Bollywood, emphasizing films driven by creative vision rather than commercial motivations. Srivastava highlights the socio-political contexts these films were set in and how they resonated with the middle-class audience by reflecting their realities. The book includes background stories about how each film was made and delves into the significant role these films played in shaping the "new wave" of Indian cinema. Filmmakers like Shyam Benegal, who contributed to this movement, praised the book for its comprehensive approach to documenting this important era in Indian film history. It could be a valuable read if you're interested in the history of Indian parallel cinema and the filmmaking processes behind some of its most iconic films. Buy on Amazon

Ali Kabadkar by Kajal Goswami from the book Ek Shahar Ek Pahad Ek Mohalla by Ankur Lekhak Samooh Life of a Scrap vendor in India. Presented by Ankur

"पर इसके उलट एक और भी प्रवृत्ति मेरे भीतर से सिर निकाल चुकी थी हार ना मानने की अपने लक्ष्य पर पहुंच कर ही दम लेने की। मेरे इस व्यक्तिवादी रवैये को जीवन में बहुत ही सख्त चोटें भी लगी थीं। ऐसा होना स्वाभाविक था। और जख्मी हालत में जब मैं अपने चारों तरफ देखता था तो पता चलता था कि सारा संसार ही दुखी है। मेरे अंदर अपने दुख को दूसरों के दुखों के साथ साझा करने की भावना और मानवता के साथ गहरा रिश्ता जोड़ने की कामना प्रतिदिन प्रबल होती जा रही थी। व्यक्तिवाद और समष्टिवाद का यह द्वंद्व मेरे जीवन में सदा रहा है। इसने मेरी सहायता भी की है और मेरा रास्ता भी रोका है। यही विरोध मैंने अपनी पीढ़ी के लगभग सभी साहित्यकारों और कलाकारों में देखा है। जब से होश संभाला है मैं जनता के साथ घुलना मिलना भी चाहता हूं पर जनता से शरमाता भी हूं। ना पूरी तरह व्यक्तिवाद में ही सुखी हूं और ना ही समष्टिवाद में। मैं देश कल्याण के कार्यों में भी हिस्सा लेता रहा हूं पर अपने स्वार्थ को भी नहीं छोड़ा। मैं उस बंदर की तरह हूं जो आग से डरता भी है और आग से खेलने से बाज़ भी नहीं आता।" -बलराज साहनी, अभिनेता (मेरी फिल्मी आत्मकथा में) (बलराज साहनी की किताब 'मेरी फ़िल्मी आत्मकथा' सबसे पहले अमृत राय द्वारा सम्पादित पत्रिका 'नई कहानियां' में धारावाहिक रूप से प्रकाशित हुई। बलराज जी के जीवन काल में ही यह पंजाबी की प्रसिद्ध पत्रिका प्रीतलड़ी में भी यह धारावाहिक ढंग से छपी। 1974 में जब यह किताब की शक्ल में आई तो फिल्म प्रेमियों और सामान्य पाठकों ने इसे हाथों हाथ लिया।) Cover Art: Irfan

Conceived, Recorded and Produced by Irfan Anand Swaroop Verma is a writer and journalist. Cover Image Courtesy: Google Cover Art: Irfan