Life of Pi by Yann Martel

This book starts of on a very interesting note. Reading the title "Life of Pi", I thought the book would be about the irrational number -Pi. But, it turned out to be about the life of a boy named "Piscine Molitor Patel' who preferred being called "Pi Patel" as opposed to "Pissing Patel". This book was a wonderful read from the very beginning. It talks about the life of a zookeeper and his family. It starts off about how zookeeping is not very different from the grooming of a human. 

The book also deals heavily with religion. The young boy falls deeply in love with all three religions and follows the practices of the the three religions- Hinduism, Islamism and Christianity with the greatest devotion and passion. The description of the religions makes one want to believe in one religion which does not talk about any prohibitions but just about the love towards god when the boy was asked to follow just one religion. The description of religions would make one wonder about the current system in place.

The Life of Pi mainly deals with the life of the cast-away boy and how he learns to survive despite facing the toughest of situations that life has thrown at him. "Life teaches us everything" is depicted through the episodes of survival of Pi Patel. In spite of left on a boat with a tiger, the boy learns to use his dad's teachings of zookeeping and adapt himself to the situation in order to survive. The book takes us through a fascinating journey of Pi Patel. 

And when you think everything is over, the author presents us with a choice of two stories- one that dominates most of the book and the other presented right at the ending to believe in. The first story which is the main content of the book depicts humanity in the wild beast and when the inspectors ask Pi, he comes up with a different version in which even humans turn into wild animals when faced with dire situations. The author leaves the story in an open end and asks the reader to choose which story would they rather believe in. The story is left to our imagination whether to believe in the worst situations humanity exists in animals or wildness exists in humans. 

Overall, I recommend this book for anyone who wishes to let their imaginations run wild. 

The Immortals of Meluha by Amish

This is my first attempt at book review. I have always wanted to give book reviews and finally i am breaking my shackles and proceeding towards what I have wanted to do. Here goes the review about "Immortals of Meluha".

The Immortals of Meluha is a perfect blend of mythological facts with fiction which makes it a very interesting read. Though it is set in the backdrop of 1000 years ago, the way it is spread out is very much of a contemporary style. The portrayal of a tribal man turning into a God, a Legend due to the expectations of grief-stricken Meluhans and in the journey establishing himself as a person of character is very appealing and raises hopes even for a reader of a saviour on his way.

The story sets off on an adventure right from the beginnining which intrigues the audience and makes them to ruffle through the pages with intent curiosity. The take of Ancient India from the perspective of Lord Shiva makes it very real. The perfect law-abiding Meluhans continue to amaze Shiva. Their methodical system to each and every way of life set down by Lord Shri Ram makes us admire the administrative system of Lord Ram and understand the roots of our present government system.

The later course of the book leading Shiva on a path to victory, the speech given by Shiva calling everyone Mahadev- "Har Har Mahadev" inspires the reader to believe in themselves. Amish has a way of weaving the mythology with fiction and also inspiring the reader to believe in their Indian cultural system. But, the treat to the reader comes through the later half of the book when the Chandravanshis are introduced and their way of life- "not set by rules but by their own wishes" is explained, the content which the author wishes to express comes into light.

The intention of the author that what is right to one may not be right to the other person i.e. perspectives matter a lot was well portrayed. The Meluhans considered Chandravanshis evil and the Chandravanshis considered the Meluhans evil. The mention of a Neelkanth as a myth who would come and help out the clans portrays that a neutral party would be able to see both perspectives and bring peace to both the clans. The whole story conspired in a way to get this theme out was brilliantly constructed. I might have given away the ending, but I recommend this book to know more about Indian culture, fall in love with SHIVA and to be passionate about what you believe in.

Padam Vidichi- Song from Sega 2011

Song: Padam Vidichi
Movie: Sega 2011
Cast: Nani, Nitya Menon
Music Director: Joshua Sridhar
Lyrics: Sree Mani
Singer: Karthik

Amazing composition! Brilliant lyrics!! Soothing music!

Padam vidichi etu poyenu bhuvanam,
aada marichi etu vellenu gaganam.
ningi nela pai lekunda manam ekkadunnam

kanula venta padutunnai kalale,
manasu munchi vellutunnai alale,
vayasu ponchi vesthunte valalo padutunna

hrudayam lo aanandalaku udayalanni upponge,
manathoti chelime chesi madhuram murisile
kadatheerani kammani bandham mana kougiline korinde
brathike eeee kshaname!!

padam vidichi~~

ho payanam ee payanam e nayanam chupani vainam
nimisham ee nimisham noorellaku pranam
manato parigeduthu toli kiranam odindi tarunam
manalo ee tvaralam kalaniki maranam

mana rekkalla balamento chukkalake chupagalam
mana sruthi lo tene gunam aa chedulo teppinchagalam
mana parugula oravaditho dooralani taramagalam
teeralanu maaragalam  waaawaaaaaa!!

Ho anni nirlakshyam
ho seydam mana lakshyam
ho manam unike sakshyam
ho idi maradule
manasantha manasantha santosham sahajamule
manakundavu vibhajanale mana jattu o tribhujamule
ho hrudyamlo aanandalaku udayalanni upponge
manathoti chelime chesi madhuram murisele

~padam vidichi~

OUR Journey

It was not fate, but destiny.
It was not chance, but it was serendipity.
That I had met you.
In so many ways, it still doesnt seem true.


What we have, is beyond explanation.
What we have passed through is celebration.
What we have in store is exploration,
And what we make of it is Our Life.


Lovely moments to cherish,
Silly quarrels for relationship to nourish,
Great empathy to flourish,
Are our journey's golden ingredients.


Happy times, sad times,
Loving times, anger times,
We have been through complications
Experienced are we in all emotions.


Proud I am to say,
Here we are today.
With immense sense of belongingness.
And loving togetherness.


This journey we have embarked upon,
remains most cherished within my soul.
How much I love you...
You'll never really know.

Reflections

I know not me,
when I see my own reflection.
And what it is, to be
Lost in our own imagination.

Hidden behind the veil,
are many emotions unknown.
To journey through the sail,
one would need a strong bone.

Heading towards the mysteries,
with courage as the equipment.
Hoping no repeat in histories,
and journey to be a merriment.

MUSIC is my WORLD

It was one of those cheerful days,

When I had my earphones plugged in,

The music had set my heart ablaze,

And filled with happiness, made my body spin.

My head nodded in agreement to the tune,

It’s amazing how a simple sound,

Made me want to fly to the moon,

And couldn’t hold myself onto the ground.

There is no written algorithm,

To make the music perfect.

The ups and down of the rhythm,

Make me want to bow my head in respect.

The beautiful blend of various instruments,

And the striking rendition of the songs,

Was beyond worldly measurements,

And freed me of all my wrongs.

Without doubt, Music gives me boost,

And by it, my life is swirled.

Music to me is oxygen,

Indeed, MUSIC is my WORLD. 

BeAuTiFuL LOVE

I never knew before,
What the feeling love was for.
 Yet, you came into my life,
And went through strife.

To make me see its need,
Love is beautiful indeed.
When I sense your eyes trailing me,
I find myself blushing gleefully.

Every time I get a glimpse of you,
I feel the warmth seeping through.
and my heart goes into a pound,
O boy, u and me, we are meant to be bound.

 Every thought of you fills my heart,
And wishes there was no need to depart.
Every moment we spend apart,
deepens your ownership of my heart.

To express my feelings for you,
the words are so very few.
Yet, the experience is true,
and all I can say is I LOVE YOU.