Holi songs in Hindi cinema have declined, not due to cultural rootlessness but overuse and emerging trends like wedding and item numbers. However, when well-executed, Holi songs like 'Balam pichkari' ...

The book traces how swing, bebop, and big band music arrived in Bombay in the early 20th century, shaped the city's nightlife, and eventually found their way into the DNA of Bollywood film scores.

Hyderabad’s annual Numaish exhibition remains a favourite family destination, offering more than rides and stalls. Its ...