Akash Chatterjee

India, Kolkata, New Delhi

Business Journalist at Ei Samay

Freelance Sports and Political Writer at Freelance

Sub Editor at Outlook Business

Business Journalist, Former Digital Content Producer @Times_internet/Eisamay_com

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Articles

The Book of Expectations

2 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

‘Kashmir Se Kanyakumari (from Kashmir to Kanyakumari)’ is a common phrase that attempts to showcase the expanse of India. How do elected union governments govern such a culturally diverse country? The answer, perhaps, lies in the Indian Constitution, which is meant to be a guidebook of India’s socio-political systems, and for Indians in general.
Let’s talk patriarchy

2 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

A recent summit organised by the People Against Patriarchy (PAP) tried to find answers to modern-day problems that both genders have to deal with. It had six sessions covering multiple themes such as non-inclusive workplaces, marital rapes, sexual harassment, and the enforcement of patriarchy through popular cultural mediums like television serials and Bollywood movies.
Dating Now: Where’s the money honey?

3 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

Many also go to expensive cafés and restaurants due to the lack of public places to meet and talk. Pranav Kishore Saxena, a policy consultant, believes a financial investment for a casual date can seem a load in the early days of trying out a relationship, as Delhi does not have hangout places in all localities—even to have a conversation. “For Mumbaikars, they can simply sit by the sea at Marine Drive to have a conversation. That is impossible in Delhi.
Garden Of Dreams: Maya Burman looks at herself

3 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

Artist Maya Burman's latest exhibition, ‘Garden Of Dreams’ at New Delhi’s Nayan Naveli Gallery, offers a look at her artistic journey. By juxtaposing her contemporary pieces with works from the ’90s, the exhibition reveals her evolution as an artist, a realisation further emphasised by the accompanying documentary screening, Maya, the Golden Light- Maya Burman, directed by Joy Banerjee. As The Morning Standard catches up with her, the artist says, ‘My style has totally changed over the years.
The Great Indian Languages

3 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

As the author challenges the traditional notion of languages being formed through sudden chaos, it leads to a different question. How did many Indian languages come into existence? In the second chapter, Mohan tries to answer this question by showcasing the birth of Dakkhini–a language that is spoken in the Deccan region–and is often considered similar to Urdu.
A Great Life

3 weeks ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

In your book, you have referenced DR Mankekar’s Lal Bahadur Shastri and CP Srivastava’s Lal Bahadur Shastri: A Life of Truth in Politics. What new value does your book bring to the pre-existing political discourse? How is it different from the existing ones? A major difference lies in capturing the time and space that surrounded Shastri’s life.
A Punjabi Rises in Hollywood

1 month ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

While many struggle to pursue their passions alongside a demanding nine-to-five job, Delhi-born Punjabi singer Subhi—as she is popularly known in the music industry—has defied this trend. As a music practitioner, her journey took a grand leap when she created a track for the Hollywood movie Smurfs. Smurfs will be released this July. Formerly a journalist in the United States, Subhi transitioned to a full-time music career, driven by her passion for songwriting and performance.
A Perfect Fusion

1 month ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

The use of AIThe use of AI or tech at a very advanced level is a fascinating aspect of the book. The book not only carries illustrations made through AI—Etteth called it AIgraphs—but the back cover also features a QR code so that after scanning it, readers can listen to the musical version of each poem. When asked about this innovative blend of technology with literature, Etteth said he has “always been interested in technologies since the very beginning of my career.
A blend of vintage and contemporary art

1 month ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

Art enthusiasts looking to enjoy a blend of vintage and contemporary artworks can visit Gallery Silver Scapes, which is hosting ‘Harmony—A Fusion of Modern Masters and Contemporary Art.’ Curated by Vikram Mayor, the exhibition showcases works of modern maestros like Vimal Das Gupta, Jamini Roy, and FN Souza, as well as contemporary artists like Thota Vaikuntam, Vinod Sharma, and Shuvaprasanna Bhattacharya.
‘I want to explore my unknown selves through films’

1 month ago | newindianexpress.com | Akash Chatterjee

The last star? The tussle between stars and actors is often celebrated in the world of cinema. As industries grow, attempts are made to make films depending on character actors instead of ‘the big names’. Breaking away from the formulaic hero-heroine films, these films provide a different storytelling experience. Bengali cinema is a good example of this as after 2010, a new era of making ‘different’ films emerged with notable character artists coming to mainstream Bengali films.