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In the 1990s, in the streets of Bangalore, India, a strange phrase began to appear on walls and doorways: 'Nale Ba''Translating as, 'Come Tomorrow.' This was all tied to the legend of a witch who wandered the streets at night, calling out to men in the voices of their loved ones.
In this chapter, I explore the urban legend of Nale Ba, where it came from, how it spread, and what it says about gender and shifting roles in a changing world. We’ll look at how the story became a local ritual, how it vanished in the wake of modernisation, and how it reemerged through Bollywood cinema.
This is a tale about power, consent, and a spirit that, despite disappearing from the streets, may still linger in the stories we tell.
To support the show and get bonus chapters, behind-the-scenes extras, and more, you can join us over on Patreon.
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By Luke Mordue4.8
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In the 1990s, in the streets of Bangalore, India, a strange phrase began to appear on walls and doorways: 'Nale Ba''Translating as, 'Come Tomorrow.' This was all tied to the legend of a witch who wandered the streets at night, calling out to men in the voices of their loved ones.
In this chapter, I explore the urban legend of Nale Ba, where it came from, how it spread, and what it says about gender and shifting roles in a changing world. We’ll look at how the story became a local ritual, how it vanished in the wake of modernisation, and how it reemerged through Bollywood cinema.
This is a tale about power, consent, and a spirit that, despite disappearing from the streets, may still linger in the stories we tell.
To support the show and get bonus chapters, behind-the-scenes extras, and more, you can join us over on Patreon.
Text Me (this is 3rd party & I cannot respond, but I see all messages)
Support the show

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