The Kerala Story: Cinema, State, and the Industry It reflects

Summary Mainstream Hindi cinema has increasingly become a vehicle for Hindutva ideology, often demonizing the Muslim community through propaganda films. The Kerala Story franchise exemplifies this trend by promoting baseless conspiracy theories like “love jihad” to polarize audiences and advance a communal narrative. The essay also highlights the collapse of institutional safeguards, noting that the […]

The Ephemeral Line Between Faith and Politics: Waqf and Muslim Identity in India

Summary The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, is seen as a move to undermine the rights and autonomy of Indian Muslims, despite constitutional promises of equality. While the government claims it aims for efficiency and transparency, critics argue problematic provisions, like including non-Muslims in Waqf management and removing the ‘Waqf by User’ provision, will make reclaiming […]