More than a season, rain in Bengal is a soulful journey—through music, memory, food, and cinema. This piece captures the romance, nostalgia, and cultural depth of Bengali monsoons.
Monsoons in Bengal were more than just a season—they were magic woven into memories. From childhood joys of walking barefoot in waterlogged streets, sailing paper boats, and listening to ghost stories during power cuts, to savoring khichuri with Hilsa, these rains shaped a sensory-rich, soul-deep nostalgia that still lingers.
Jamaishoshti in Bengal glorifies sons-in-law while daughters-in-law remain largely unacknowledged. Rooted in myth and patriarchy, the festival reflects deep-seated gender imbalances. Even today, women prioritize their husbands’ happiness over their own. This piece questions the ritual’s fairness and urges introspection, advocating for equality and celebration of women within the family structure.
For women, there is no dearth of choices when it comes to choosing the
best attire. She can have almost everything without repeating it
constantly. Every attire has some story attached to it. The untold stories we
never knew existed and how it has transformed in these years. Anindita
talks about how saree and Bengal have many close connections.
