Sukanya Basu Mallik

Dec 22, 2024 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Sukanya Basu Mallik

Returning home for a week felt like stepping into a painting I once knew intimately but now found altered, its colors softened, its edges blurred. The house stood unchanged, its walls carrying the weight of countless memories, but the people within it—my family, my anchors—felt like strangers I still deeply loved. It was as if I had walked into a garden in winter: the same soil, the same roots, but the blossoms had either withered or shifted into forms I no longer recognized.

Dec 14, 2024 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Sukanya Basu Mallik

There was once a time when I believed in the invincibility of a friendship. Not because it was flawless, but because it felt timeless—like one of those rare connections that even sitcoms romanticize. I thought of us as Monica and Chandler before they became Monica and Chandler, just two people with a bond that would weather anything. I had a close friend—not “had” because he vanished, nor “had” because he died. No, he’s very much alive, yet somehow, the present tense doesn’t fit. Why?

Nov 19, 2024 | fairobserver.com | Sukanya Basu Mallik

Imagine standing amidst the bustling energy of the National Children’s Literature Festival clutching a prize for a short story titled “Healing of Wounds.” The pride and excitement of that defining moment ignited my exploration into the realm of children’s literature. It spurred me to delve deeper into the timeless myths of the Tridevi. My lifelong fascination with Hindu mythology compelled me to bring the Tridevi to life in a unique format.

Oct 13, 2024 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Sukanya Basu Mallik

As I began living away from the familiar comfort of home, I found myself thrust into a world that demanded more from me than I had ever anticipated. A world where I was not always the version of myself that I had hoped to be. In these moments, I was imperfect, often an emotional tangle of feelings, as if caught between the person I was and the one I aspired to become.

Sep 28, 2024 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Sukanya Basu Mallik

Virtual reality (VR) is more than just a fun tech trend—it’s reshaping the way we experience movies. Imagine being right inside the film, standing alongside characters, or even influencing what happens next. From the early days of VR to the evolving techniques filmmakers use today, VR is transforming cinema into something far more immersive than sitting in front of a screen.