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The Second Globalization of Turmeric

For centuries, turmeric has categorically been the South Asian spice. But, in recent years, it has exploded throughout the West, from face masks to lattes and beyond.

Neena Gupta’s Time in the Sun

For decades, Bollywood relegated Neena Gupta’s talent to only supporting roles. Now, at 62, she’s finally getting her shot at stardom.

Ma Anand Sheela: Mother of all Problematic Faves

You did not — and do not — want to mess with her. But part of you is oddly obsessed with her.

How Fast Company’s Stephanie Mehta Broke the Mold

In an industry largely dominated by white men, the magazine’s editor-in-chief has brought a fresh perspective to the business reporting world.

The Very Public Persona of Kamala Harris

The current U.S. vice president represents a lot of things to a lot of people. Yet, among the public expectations, she is struggling to find a singular political voice.

How America’s Patel Brothers Won the Indian Grocery Game

For many new immigrants, the store was a saving grace in a world full of Wonder Bread and Ruffles.

Streaming Wars: The Battle for Diaspora Viewers

As streaming behemoths like Netflix and Amazon fight to win the U.S. South Asian diaspora market, Indian streaming services are throwing their hats into the ring.

How Dream11 Became India’s First Gaming Unicorn

India's fantasy sports platform has captured the attention of the country's rabid cricket fandom. Now, it wants to be India’s only answer to sports.

20 Films and Shows to Watch During Pride Month

From Bollywood to art cinema, these movies and TV shows celebrate queer characters and storylines.

Why India Still Loves Its Multi-Cuisine Restaurants

The Indian “multi-cuisine” — which emerged over 50 years ago — is what happens when your dad wants masala dosa, your grandparents want Hyderabadi biryani, and your sibling wants fettuccine Alfredo.

Why South Asians Feel Abandoned in the Anti-Asian Hate Conversation

The recent spike in hate crimes has brought up familiar feelings for South Asians. But not all feel like they’re part of the conversation.

Captured in Cape Town: The Murder of Anni Dewani

Her husband was a key suspect. But the investigation’s focus on his bisexuality may have hindered justice.

Vir Das Blazed the Trail for Indian Stand-up Comedy — Now, He’s Going Global

The comedian — who stars in Judd Apatow's "The Bubble," out later this year — forged an industry for Indian comics.

How Princess Diana’s 1995 Interview Could Royally Damage the BBC

Twenty-six years after journalist Martin Bashir’s controversial interview with Lady Di, both the Crown and the BBC are once again under scrutiny.

Know Your Muses: The Queer Camp of Sridevi

The Brown queer community found camaraderie in Sridevi’s fun-loving but rebellious characters.

“Femininity with a Bite”: Why Prabal Gurung Gets Political

The Nepali American fashion designer sat down to chat about dressing everyone from Kamala Harris to Deepika Padukone, why strong women inspire him, and the enduring fashion of 'Rangeela.'

Celebrating Pride: 2021

This June, a roundup of 15 stories from our archives about queer Brown history, icons, and culture from South Asia and around the world.

BYJU’s: From a Classroom to a $16.5-Billion Ed-Tech Giant

Byju Raveendran, a tutoring whiz and India’s youngest self-made billionaire, built India’s most valuable startup. But the story isn’t without controversy.

Horror in Hounslow: The Chohan Family Case

In 2003, a family of five vanished from their London home. What followed was a shoddy police investigation.

How BAPS Built a Global Brand of Hinduism — and Brought Its Practices Stateside

The group, over a 100 years old, has recently come under scrutiny for casteist labor practices in New Jersey, but has long been known for temple building around the world.