Maybe it’s time to ask: if almost everyone is “Syed,” then is anyone? In South Asia, a name can open doors, or close them. “She’s a Syed” is often said with pride, as if it carries a divine stamp of nobility. Families boast about their “pure lineage,” matchmakers seek “only Syeds” for marriage, and those…

Forget cricket. Forget politics. The real national obsession of desi society is gossip. “Log kya kaheinge” isn’t just a phrase, it’s practically our constitution. From rishtas to report cards, from weddings to wardrobes, everyone and their phuppo has an opinion, and they’re dying to share it. Let’s call it what it is: an obsession with…

In South Asia, a bride isn’t just a person — she’s a package deal. A doll in a box, complete with furniture, jewelry, appliances, and a car. And the more ‘extras’ she brings, the more she’s valued. Disgusting, isn’t it? Dowry is a social evil. It’s an age-old practice that has plagued South Asian societies…

Since when did speaking English become a measure of intelligence in brown communities? Let’s unpack this. It is no doubt that the importance of understanding, speaking, and writing in the English language has grown significantly over the years. English is the language of international business, and no doubt opens many doors of opportunities for people…