ChowkNews- Vidyavihar, mumbai

Just watched a few parts of this documentary and was impressed with the amount of research that goes into creating a documentary.i liked the way that the director tries to highlight the personal aspect of religion versus the mob frenzy and fanaticism preached by leaders of each religion. if nothing then at least it tells us that a diverse voice does exist. i am also sad at the way in which hinduism is being hijacked into violence and fanaticism by some groups. i wish i could do some thing about it.
To resolve and stand firmly on an issue is different from inciting and perpetrating violence but in todays culture i think the voice of reason is all but lost.
in such a scenario the NGO’s that create insightfull documentaries are few and need to be encouraged. it is only by creating a taste for the good among the masses that we will be able to create a peaceful and happy society.

Today i visited the handicrafts fair at bandra reclamation. it is really worth the visit for every mumbaikar. lots of rare items are available under one roof and the people selling these items are the villagers themselves. in the fabrics section there a fabrics from south, maharashtra and north indian villages. woodwork items are available that can help you to decorate your house innovatively. cane furniture from assam is a must see, also there are wrought iron furnitures available which can create a great ambience to your home.

on a lighter budget you can also shop for interestinmg trinkets like an ashtray made from coconut shells , candlesticks wooden toys that you would never find in shoppers stop or fischer price . leather items like purses, lamp shades and paper mache items are available here.

in case you are a foodie then you could also venture toi try some authentic rural food in one of the many stalls that are set up there.

Parking is available inside the venue , entry is free and this fair is open only till 2 february. hope you are able to make it. it is organized by nabard

oh and there is a hollow bamboo stick  available that makes music as you swing it in the air, i love it.

Found a link to the products catalog at http://rural.nic.in/Saras/PFrame.htm

Good action packed movie, the children who acted in the film deserve a lot more recognition. than it is given. and yes the movie represents mumbai’s slums quite accurately. but mumbai is not just about the slums is a fact that might be missed by many foreigners.

Also a deep insight based on this movie ( very close to the alchemist). is that life always supplies answers to you, you only need to find that opportunity where your answers provide you with monetory returns.

All in all a must see movie.