Category Archives: The Lifeoholic Diaries

The Storm

Some are visible, most of them are not. It’s not the turbulence outside that bothers me, it’s the unknown which haunts you to the core. Perhaps the price you pay for being ambitious, or just the feeling that some things don’t work for you is beyond the factors of inevitability. You want to accept theContinue reading “The Storm”

End of an Era

I have never seen Pele play but I am sure I would have loved him every bit if I was around then – his prodigious talent and the aura are testimonials to his greatness. No doubt, he is widely and inarguably considered to be the greatest ever. For me, the pillars of greatness have retiredContinue reading “End of an Era”

Espionage – The Dark World

In a world of civilians and goodness, the ‘spy’ profession is one world where insanity looms large. It’s a world of perennial darkness and betrayal, and to survive is in itself, a test to surpass armageddon. Unlike in popular culture and thanks to the advent of films like 007 and Mission Impossible, this isn’t aContinue reading “Espionage – The Dark World”

Fireball

There is a significance to the enigmatic concept of ‘Fireball’. All the anger rolled out in a cushion ball and intended to target hostility with persuasive aggression while at the same time, conveying the message of pain and perseverance with a pinch of frustration and audacity. Looks attractive from the outside, burns inside with fury.Continue reading “Fireball”

Ponniyan Selvan – Adaptation of it’s kind

When I came out of the theatres, few emotions were flashing through my mind. Goosebumps, a surreal revelation, the epic-ness of the original novel or the mere genius of a master filmmaker who has managed to deliver this in unbelievable proportions. Perhaps this could be all of the above or I am just imagining myselfContinue reading “Ponniyan Selvan – Adaptation of it’s kind”

Lake District – Sublime Waters

There is so much that I could talk about the visit to the Lake District National Park. But I would rather dwell upon certain specific elements of those 4 magical days spent amidst gloriously relishing waters, beautifully laden small towns and magnificent landscapes. The small town of Kendal revels in simplicity and normalcy – perhapsContinue reading “Lake District – Sublime Waters”

The Magnificent Skye

A holiday after 2 years is super special, and a vacation after the Pandemic that consumed the whole world looks apparently like an invitation straight from the doors of Heaven. Well, it turned out exactly the way it was meant to be – elusive, beautiful, picturesque and divine. Rest, the pictures will do the talking.Continue reading “The Magnificent Skye”