The Commoner

Category: Pop Culture

Remembering Sushant Singh Rajput & The Shadows Of Controversy

Remembering memorable performances of Sushant Singh Rajput on his birth anniversarySource: Lagatar English A Star is Born Sushant Singh Rajput’s journey from a small-town boy to a Bollywood star is nothing short of inspiring. Born on January 21, 1986, in Patna, Bihar, Sushant moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting. He began his […]

Bollywood Masala VS. Hollywood Hustle: Why The Leap Isn’t So Easy For Bollywood Men

A brief appearance of bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachhan in 2013 film The Great Gatsby Let’s face it, Bollywood heartthrobs haven’t exactly taken Hollywood by storm. While Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, and Freida Pinto have all made their mark, the leading man transition from Mumbai to Los Angeles seems far less common. So, why aren’t Bollywood’s […]

The Fetishization Of Women Of Colour In Hollywood

Hollywood, the land of dreams, has a complicated history with representation. While strides have been made in recent years, women of color (WOC) still face a significant hurdle: the fetishization of their beauty and identities. This objectification reduces them to one-dimensional characters and undermines their agency and talent. We are responsible for calling out these […]

The Fetishization Of Indian Women In Hollywood

Picture this: a high-octane chase scene, explosions rock the screen, and there she is – the action heroine, saving the day. But for actresses of color like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, this scene often comes with an unwelcome extra: a healthy dose of “sex appeal” that feels more like a casting call requirement than a character […]

The Art Of Method Dressing

Move over Stanislavski! Today, we’re spotlighting a different kind of method – Method Dressing. The dazzling intersection of fashion and film promotion where actors morph into walking mood boards, their outfits whispering secrets about the characters they bring to life. Think Zendaya, the undisputed queen of this sartorial art form. Remember her shimmering, web-inspired Valentino […]

Bollywood’s Healing Touch: Are Good Movies Marking A Revival?

Bollywood has long been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, and recent years have seen it grappling with criticism over repetitive plots, over-the-top melodrama, and a disconnect with its audience. But could Bollywood be on the cusp of a renaissance? Recent releases like “Laapataa Ladies,” “12th Fail,” “Chamkila,” “Three of Us,” and “Maidaan” suggest a […]