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Jamming With Local Band in Kolkata
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Shonar Bengal - Bengali

Jamming With Local Band in Kolkata

Sumona Chakravarti visits Aasmaan, an art and cultural centre by Kolkata Creative Waste Art Centre where tins, plates and other metal objects are converted into musical instruments. She also meets a musical group, that raps in Bengali as well as Hindi.

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My Goan Gang
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Goan Gullies

My Goan Gang

In this bonding-centric episode, Rocky and Mayur start the day by relishing sourdough bread with the bread-whisperer Sujit Sumitran. They then embark on a biking adventure with Jawa’s rider group to the village of Aldona and bond over travel stories and catch a sunset where they talk about their friendship.

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Welcome to Kalimpong
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Shonar Bengal

Welcome to Kalimpong

Sumona's next halt is a beautiful hill station, Kalimpong. After experiencing the thrill of paragliding, Sumona heads to Happy Valley Tea Estate to meet the local women who pluck tea leaves.

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The multifaceted Purulia District
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Shonar Bengal - Bengali

The multifaceted Purulia District

Purulia is known for its art forms like mud painting, sculpture, mask making, stone carvings and Chau dance. Sumon Chakravarty visits Purulia to meet the local artisans and enjoy their art.

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Durga Puja 2024: Famous Durga Puja Pandals To Visit This Year Across India

Durga Puja 2024: Famous Durga Puja Pandals To Visit This Year Across India

This Gandhi Jayanti, Learn All About The Father Of The Nation

This Gandhi Jayanti, Learn All About The Father Of The Nation

Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies Announced As India's Official Oscar Entry

Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies Announced As India's Official Oscar Entry