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Between effort and ease, there’s always a drag.

Everyday life of everyday people.

He rows through the tides of the Hooghly, ferrying stories and strangers with each stroke of his oar.

Once the grand Chowringhee Hotel, this iconic building still carries the charm of old Kolkata. It’s a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, blending history with the pulse of modern life. If walls could talk, imagine the stories they’d tell!

Metro Cinema in Kolkata, an iconic theater established in 1935 by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), has undergone a remarkable transformation from a colonial-era movie palace to a contemporary cultural landmark. Once the city’s premier cinema hall, where people gathered to experience the magic of film, it has now evolved into a modern multiplex while preserving its Art Deco heritage. Metro Cinema beautifully bridges Kolkata’s nostalgic past with its vibrant present, remaining a beloved destination for movie enthusiasts across generations.

Every city has its own stories to tell. Though we may not be a part of them, we try to explore as much as possible within our limited time. The iconic blue bus of Kolkata—an experience in itself. A ticket from Tollygunge to Kalighat, not just a fare but a small souvenir of the journey.
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