21st Century White Man’s Burden?: Basmati Blues Gives Indians The Blues
India may have achieved independence from white rule decades ago, but several influential parts of society such as cinema, persistently display the nation as if nothing has changed. A perfect example is a new Hollywood movie, Basmati Blues, which displays each and every offensive stereotype linked to the nation and …
Indians' Obsession in Being "Fair and Lovely"
Advertisements for the cosmetics brand “Fair and Lovely” are prevalent all over Indian marketing, be it television, or just signs on the street. Due to all this marketing, many Indians have fallen under the misconception that only the best are fair colored, and having darker skin makes you inferior to …
