The Kitchen, The Food, And The Culture: The Recipes of Our Identities
Toshi Singh writes an ode to the humble Indian kitchen and its role in shaping identities.
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The Lipstick Politico
- Aug 28
- 6 min
A Tale of Two Timelines: Uncovering History in Hafsa Zayyan’s We Are All Birds of Uganda
"We Are All Birds Of Uganda is a glimpse into the life of South Asians in Uganda during the British colonial era", writes Raiyah Butt.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jul 21
- 8 min
Ms Marvel Review: How Identity Became Kamala Khan’s Superpower
Raiyah Butt reviews Marvel's latest offering, Ms Marvel and its exploration of the Pakistani identity in mainstream pop culture.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jun 29
- 8 min
Speaking Up with Pride: On the Battleground of the Don’t Say Gay Bill
Mehak Walia and R Butt write on the recently passed " Don't Say Gay" bill in Florida and its repercussions.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jun 19
- 1 min
Queer South Asian books for Pride Month 2022
We present our LGBTQIA+ book recommendations, from the fun fiction fantasies of Adiba Jaigirdar to the life lessons of activist Urvashi Vaid
The Lipstick Politico
- Jun 12
- 5 min
Conversations at the Dinner Table: On Connecting with the Generations Above Us
Neha Rajan on dinner table conversations that helped connect three generations of women.
The Lipstick Politico
- Apr 23
- 4 min
The Tragic Fate of Trying to Escape: A Review of Neeraj Ghaywan’s Masaan
At its heart, Neeraj Ghaywan’s Masaan is a film about space, writes Azania Imtiaz Khatri-Patel.
The Lipstick Politico
- Mar 25
- 6 min
Meet the Sharma Sisters: Bridgerton Season Two Takes on Duty versus Desire
Bridgerton is back, and here’s our spoiler-free review on season two.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jan 23
- 6 min
On Representation and Expectations: Rediscovering the Beauty in Brown
In TLP's ongoing series The Artist Spotlight, we feature Manasi Arya, an artist known for her bold digital designs.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jan 17
- 7 min
Allow Me to Introduce Myself: On Gender Pronouns, Recognition and Allyship
Mehak Walia writes on the importance of reclaiming one's gender pronouns.
The Lipstick Politico
- Dec 6, 2021
- 6 min
A Gift That Speaks a Thousand Words: Reading Burnt Sugar with my Mother
Azania Imtiaz Khatri-Patel reviews Avni Doshi’s Booker Prize-shortlisted novel Burnt Sugar.
The Lipstick Politico
- Dec 3, 2021
- 6 min
The Mistry Pages: Just Nine, and that too, a Girl
Amidst the hustle of life-altering changes and endless unanswered questions is Radha, a nine-year-old girl who deeply loves her city, Lahore
The Lipstick Politico
- Nov 20, 2021
- 3 min
Resisting Through Joy: A Masterclass in Strength and Style
In this week's Artist Spotlight, TLP speaks to Hanifa Abdul Hameed, a designer who is broaches
The Lipstick Politico
- Nov 16, 2021
- 6 min
On Destinations and The Roads which Bind Us: Culture of the Crossroads
This is the story of NH-44, the longest highway in India. It is not just a mere road, it encapsulates the story of India.
The Lipstick Politico
- Nov 7, 2021
- 15 min
A Conversation with Author Sindhu Rajasekaran: On Beauty, Body Politics, Queerness and Desire
Raiyah Butt in conversation with Sindhu Rajeskaran on her new book Smashing the Patriarchy: A Guide for 21st Century Indian Woman.
The Lipstick Politico
- Oct 5, 2021
- 7 min
Dakshina to Democracy: On Transgender Rights and Representation
Transgender community is a sizeable portion of India’s population, it begs the question of why they are so underrepresented in our politics.
The Lipstick Politico
- Sep 6, 2021
- 2 min
The Identity of Colour And the Places, Faces We Often Forget
In this edition of Artist Spotlight, we speak to Namrata Kumar- a graphic designer, illustrator and painter with a distinct art style.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jul 29, 2021
- 8 min
The Inconvenient Writers' Room
Namah Bose discusses the show Kim's Convenience and why representation matters in the writer's room.
The Lipstick Politico
- Jun 30, 2021
- 10 min
Breaking the Binary Code: Knocking Down the Brick House of Fashion
Mehak Walia writes about individuals breaking the mould of heteronormative fashion standards to express their unique sense of self.
the lipstick politico
- Jun 17, 2021
- 6 min
The Lipstick Index: Beauty and the Pandemic
Romita Roy documents how the notions of beauty and the cosmetics industry have evolved with the challenges presented by COVID-19.