How to find inspiration in your work in spite of all challenges, roadblocks and difficult times. I share my experience working with the numerous indigenous communities in tribal regions of India and facing the challenges of acceptances, conflicts and authenticity.

Part of a series of romantic folk tales from the tribal communities of Eastern India, the story of love between Lorik & Chanda take an unusual turn in time. Circumstance challenges their love and threatens their romantic and devotional relationship.

Some of the most popular Indian folklores, popular in Eastern Indian states of Chhattisgarh, are the romantic stories of Lorik & Chanda. Lovers, partners, friends and lending a shoulder to lean on, Lorik & Chanda stories are still relevant in today's society in many ways!

Another tribal folklore from the heart of Chhattisgarh, the story of Jhitku & Mitki.

A popular & revered folk tale among the tribal communities of Bastar in Chattisgarh, is the eternal love of a mother for her children, this time in the form of birds - a Koel & a Pargi (both are song birds found in India) as well as the importance of being kind & humble.  

The story of Koel & the Pargi still inspire a lot of people in the tribal regions of Chattisgarh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh & Maharashtra. Beautifully narrated by Astha in Hindi, this is part of a series of hidden gems of Eastern Indian Cultural & Literary heritage brought by Explore India TV team.