Listen with Irfan

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  • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 7 | Yatish Kumar

    ~Smriti Ke Rang Mein Holi~

    "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

    ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

    Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan

    Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

    About the Writer:

    Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

    15 min
  • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 6 | Yatish Kumar

    ~Kasaila Paniphal~

    "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

    ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

    Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan

    Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

    About the Writer:

    Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

    27 min
  • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 5 | Yatish Kumar

    ~Aspatal: Sneh, Mamta Aur Prem~

    "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

    ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

    Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan

    Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

    About the Writer:

    Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

    35 min
  • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 4 | Yatish Kumar

    ~Bairang Dakiya~

    "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

    ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

    Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan

    Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

    About the Writer:

    Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

    14 min
  • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 3 | Yatish Kumar

    ~Didiya: Mere Mann Ki Komal Dhaal~

    "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

    ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

    Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan

    Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

    About the Writer:

    Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

    1 hr 22 min
  • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 2 | Yatish Kumar

    ~Bhagta Bachpan~

    "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

    ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

    • Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan
    • Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

      • About the Writer:

      Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

      52 min
    • Borsi Bhar Aanch | Epi 1 | Yatish Kumar

      ~Aspatal Tak Jaati Nadi~

      "A child gazes at the world from a forty-year distance, a tangy, Paniphal resting in his hands."

      ~Uday Prakash, Renowned Poet and Writer

      Conceived, Narrated and Produced by Irfan

      Mastered at Studio FrameusDreams, New Delhi

      About the Writer:

      Yatish Kumar, born on August 21, 1976, in Munger, Bihar, is a poet and storyteller, and an IRSME officer of the 1996 batch. Renowned for his exceptional contributions to the Indian Railways, he has received numerous awards. His memoir, Borsi Bhar Aanch:Ateet Ka Sairbeen, was released this year, offering a glimpse into his journey.

      46 min
    • Pillars of Parallel Cinema | Bhuvan Shome

      Conceived, Written and Produced by Irfan

      Based on the book Pillars of Parallel Cinema by O.P. Srivastava

      Introduction to Podcasts: Pillars of Parallel Cinema

      In a world where Artificial Intelligence increasingly shapes

      our films, where voices, faces, and mannerisms are becoming deeply fake, we invite you on a journey back to a time, when cinema was a mirror to real life.
      This was an era where stories, characters, and settings were grounded in realism and human sensibilities. We are talking about the golden phase of Hindi cinema, known as Parallel Cinema-a movement unparalleled in the history of
      Indian cinema.

      Spanning from 1969 to 1999, this period stands out as the

      most creative and realistic phase in Indian cinema history. It gave birth to immortal films like Bhumika, Akrosh, Paar, and Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, to name a few. The Parallel Cinema movement also introduced us to visionary filmmakers
      such as Shyam Benegal, Govind Nihalani, Goutam Ghose, and Sai Paranjape.
      Additionally, this era brought forth an array of brilliant actors including Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Smita Patil, Shabana Azmi, Deepti Naval, Farooq Sheikh, Amrish Puri, Sadhu Meher, Surekha Sikri, and Mohan Agashe.

      In our new series of podcasts, Pillars of Parallel Cinema, we will explore some groundbreaking films meticulously selected by banker-turned-filmmaker OP Srivastava for his book Pillars of Parallel Cinema.

      Join us on this exciting journey to rediscover the essence

      of cinema that was not just a reflection of society, but also a powerful medium of expression that connected deeply with human experiences and emotions.


      The Book Pillars of Parallel Cinema

      The book offers a retrospective of 50 landmark films that

      defined Hindi parallel cinema, covering the period from the late 1960s to themid-1990s. It explores the emergence of parallel cinema as an alternative to mainstream Bollywood, emphasizing films driven by creative vision rather than commercial motivations. Srivastava highlights the socio-political contexts
      these films were set in and how they resonated with the middle-class audience by reflecting their realities.

      The book includes background stories about how each film was made and delves into the significant role these films played in shaping the "new wave" of Indian cinema. Filmmakers like Shyam Benegal, who contributed to this movement, praised the book for its comprehensive approach to documenting this important era in Indian film history.

      It could be a valuable read if you're interested in the

      history of Indian parallel cinema and the filmmaking processes behind some of its most iconic films.

      Buy on Amazon


      9 min
    • Mere Mohtaram | Javed Siddiqui | Voice Sher Tookhi

      I am delighted to present the preface of the book Mere Mohtaram, a compilation of three works—Roshandan, Langarkhana, and Ujale—written by the esteemed Javed Siddiqui.

      The narration is voiced by my dear friend, the passionate bibliophile, cinephile, and an art aficionado Sher Tookhi.

      While his tone and pronunciation may occasionally feel a bit unconventional, please bear in mind that he is an Afghan-born U.S. citizen with deep respect for the author and the language.

      I have curated this recording to make the book accessible to those who are not well-versed in reading Urdu. No copyright infringement is intended. All rights belong to the original owners, and this post is shared for the greater good, with no commercial interest involved.

      3 min

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