The 15 day long rituals in worship of our ancestors Shraadha or ‘Pitrapaksh’ begins today-ending on 11th October. This is a good time to feed at least one hungry person and the birds some rice and milk. Too many Why’s, What’,what for’s are not really necessary. All the same if answers are sought a little reading on the subject will help. In any case lovingly feeding hungry souls can never be a bad idea nor can worshipful remembrance of ancestors.
It is recommended that new ventures , new purchases not be made during this period. You will notice the decrease in number of releases of Bollywood films or for that matter announcements/mahurats for new ones. Perhaps those who most strictly adhere to this rule is our Bollywood fraternity. ‘Why risk it’ perhaps their inner dialogue. For non believers this is simply meant to be time of the year when we should concentrate our energies and prayers for those departed souls who have played a role in our life. Our karma here may help them forward in their journey. Its the spirit world, proof of its prevalence surrounds us if we only care to notice. We take the prevalence of the remote and its functions for granted , yet are hugely skeptical of Indian rituals. .isnt the underlying principle similar?
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For all those cinema buffs feeling neglected and forlorn at the lack of opportunity to showcase their talent here is occasion to rejoice. ‘Passion for Cinema’ has facilitated a festival just for you. Make a one minute film and earn the privilege to work with the best in Bollywood.
No more excuses. Pray to your muse to pay you a visit pronto! Put on your creative cap and let the juices flow! Erstwhile members on the jury and those who have offered internships as prizes include Pavan Kaul, Anurag Kashyap etc..
So stir up your soul and elicit a story that will boggle the judges!
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