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Brave New Words@agrimao_o | feeling "the real in fantasy" through jude duarte from the cruel princeClick here to reply to @agrimao_o "Hello. If I had to talk about a relatable character in a fictional world, for me it would be Jude Duart from the Cruel Prince. Jude is a deeply relatable character for a lot of readers because she embodies emotions and struggles that feel very real, even in a fantasy world. Here's why she is relatable. Jude is a motel in a living, magical world where she is constantly reminded she doesn't belong to."
2025-04-1402 min
Brave New Words@NiTi26 | Not Just Words: When Fictional People Feel RealClick here to reply to @NiTi26 "You know, some characters doesn't stay on the page and they leave in your head. Walk beside you, whisper when you lost and remind you that you are not alone. For me, it's Charley from the Perks of the Being a Waffle. It's basically quite thoughtful. A little awkward though, but full of heart, so. Or else Elizabeth Bennett, who is bold, smart and real. These characters sticks with us because they show us parts of ourselves. Not perfect, just human."
2025-04-1400 min
Brave New Words@Arham62442 | Perfectly Imperfect: Why Devi Vishwakumar Feels So RealClick here to reply to @Arham62442 "And even though she might try for the best outcome, sometimes life just does not work the way that we want it to. But that's okay. Characters like Devi remind us that it's okay to be flawed, and that's what makes them unforgettable. And that's what makes the series so incredible and memorable. Thank you."
2025-04-1200 min
Brave New Words@viswes_09 | @hits_litsoc Which book ending would you change and why?Click here to reply to @viswes_09 "Hi everyone. I'm Kirtana from Hindustan University. So to answer this prompt, I changed the ending of Harry Potter and the Deathly hallows. The whole 19 Years later epilogue felt like a cheesy, unnecessary fan service. Harry naming his kid Albus Severus? No, that's some next level emotional manipulation. Let us breathe. I'd rather the story ended on a powerful, bittersweet note right after Voldemort's death, leaving the readers with the raw aftermath and not some powerful family picnic on platform 9."
2025-04-0900 minBrave New Words@Glitch | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @Glitch "Hedwig is one of the most underrated characters in the Harry Potter franchise. While she may seem just like a pet at once glance, she is so much more than that. She is Harry's first true friend in a world that had shown him only cruelty and neglect. More than a companion, Hedwig is his constant link to the magical world, a quiet, steadfast source of comfort and belonging. During his loneliest times at the Dursleys, she has some truly memorable moments."
2025-04-0801 min
Brave New Words@chinmayip | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @chinmayip "Kreacher is a crucially, deeply underappreciated character in the Harry Potter series. Initially introduced as a bitter, muttering house elf loyal to the pure blooded supremacy of the Black family, Kreacher seems little more than a nuisance, echoing the hateful ideologies of his mistress, Sirius Black's mother. But as the story unfolds, we discover that beneath his resentment lies a deep, unwavering love for Regulus Black, the only master who ever treated him with kindness after whose death Kreacher was heartbroken, carrying that loss silently for years."
2025-04-0801 min
Brave New Words@s_a_g_ibjk | Elizabeth BennetClick here to reply to @s_a_g_ibjk "So if you've ever been the odd one out, stood your ground or misjudged someone, only to realize it later, congrats. You are Elizabeth Bennett. Have more and more, have more in common than you think. That's it. Until then, keep reading, keep learning. Thank you."
2025-04-0701 minBrave New Words@kaz_brekker | Fictional characters that feel realClick here to reply to @kaz_brekker "Today I'm going to talk about the fictional characters that feel real. Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mocking Bird feels incredibly real because of his quiet strength and unwavering sense of justice. He is not a loud or dramatic hero. He is calm, thoughtful and deeply principled, even when those principles put him at odds with the world around him. What makes him feel human is how he balances being a father with being a moral compass. Showing that courage isn't always about fighting."
2025-04-0700 min
Brave New Words@Petalsonthemoon | Jo MarchClick here to reply to @Petalsonthemoon "Fictional characters that feel the most real. For me, it would be Jo March from Little Women. She is the most relatable character to me because she is fiercely independent, imaginative, and driven by a desire to be more than what society expects her to be. As a woman in the 19th century, she challenges the gender role. She is passionate about being creative. She is flawed but genuine, and she values her family more than anything."
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Brave New Words@Rithina07 | August PullmanClick here to reply to @Rithina07 "August Pullman by RJ Palacio the protagonist of the story is Augie. A 10 year old born with a severe facial difference, lives in New York City with his loving parents and older sister. Augie has been homeschooled his whole life because of multiple surgeries and how people react to his face. This story begins with him going to school, the beach or prep for the first time in fifth grade. Even though he is smart and kind, many people avoid or bully him because of how he looks."
2025-04-0601 min
Brave New Words@Vingw009 | Villain's aren't born they are madeClick here to reply to @Vingw009 "Villains aren't born, they are made. The tragedy of Eric Killmonger A line between hero and villain is often thinner than we think. Now here is this clearer than in the story of Eric Killmonger from Black Panther. Killmonger wasn't born even. He was shaped by pain, loss and injustice. His life is a powerful example of how society abandoned and suffering and transform a child into someone the world calls a villain. Tilvanga was the son of a Wakandan princess prince."
2025-04-0502 min
Brave New Words@AnishJaiswal01 | Short Discussions on Our Own CreationsClick here to reply to @AnishJaiswal01 "I believe this addition will create an engaging atmosphere, making the meeting more interactive and enjoyable for everyone, and it will also help building a sense of community where people feel encouraged to express themselves freely and appreciate the creativity of other people. Thank you."
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@anjali_pai | He is psychometricClick here to reply to @anjali_pai "And he was also. He had fostered the boy as a guardian, and they lived together now. And he was a big brother to the boy in many ways. So his image in the society was really good. But this was just the thing that we see on the above. His past was very dark, which is revealed later in the drama. So as we proceed further in the drama, we learn more about his past. And we learn that his father was a psychopath."
2025-04-0404 min
Brave New Words@Santoshh | The dark knight - Harvey DentClick here to reply to @Santoshh "Villains are not born, they are made. A truth echoed in the story of Harvey Dent from the Dark Knight. Once a beacon of hope, his descent into two face was carved by betrayal, loss and the cruel randomness of life. Stripped of justice, he chose chaos. Was he truly evil? Or simply a broken man shaped by pain, Seeking fairness in a world that failed him? Misunderstood, not monstrous."
2025-04-0400 min
Brave New Words@mrunal_01 | Zuko from Avatar : The Last AirbenderClick here to reply to @mrunal_01 "This opposition, fueled by his father's cruel manipulation and physical and emotional scar he he bears dictates his every action. He is abrasive, angry and often lashes out. But his cruelty stems not from an inherent evil, but from the deep seated insecurity and the warped belief that power and capture equate to love and acceptance. We witness his internal conflict throughout the series. Torn between expectations of his father and the quiet wisdom of his uncle Iroho. Was Zuko truly evil?"
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@ka05 | The weeking generalClick here to reply to @ka05 "The Weeping General is the movie where a villain was not born, but he was made to be. Act as a villain. They call him a bachelor, a monster dressed in armor. But once, General V Rathor was a man of honor. He fought for his people, not for power. He believed war had rules, lines that must never be crossed. But wars are not worn by men who hesitate. One night, his soldiers were ambushed. A false treaty, a trap."
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@Emrys01 | LokiClick here to reply to @Emrys01 "Saved by circumstance, adopted and lied to. Loki was born of frost, yonder enemy of Asgard. Odin found him as a baby during war and adopted him, raising him alongside Thor, but never told him the truth. This secret created a deep crack in Loki's sense of self when it was finally revealed. Living in the Thor's shadow, Thor was always seen as the true son, the heir of the throne. Loki, no matter how clever, capable, was always second race."
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@khushia2005 | The Shadow of NoorClick here to reply to @khushia2005 "But men in power do not listen to women who think too much. Her warnings were ignored. The enemy struck, the city burned, and when the dust settled, Noor was blamed. The ministers who had laughed at her turned against her. The king, desperate for someone to blame, branded her a traitor. Her books were burned, her name was erased, and she was cast into exile. But Noor did not die in the wilderness."
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@ilajna | #villainsClick here to reply to @ilajna "Plans are not worn, they are made in house at the End of the Street. This idea is hauntingly embodied in the character of Rayan Jacobson, a young man whose traveled past reveals a deeper story beneath his chilling actions. Rehan lives in isolation, the last remaining resident in a house shrouded in tragedy. Years earlier, his sister, sister Carrie Anne, was believed to have murdered their parents before disappearing into the woods. This trauma sets a foundation for Ryan's fractured psyche, but a twist."
2025-04-0401 min
Brave New Words@mira.gopal | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @mira.gopal "The other aspect is that the romantic stories which we read in with Indian authors are mostly like physical, carnal. They try to copy the western aspect of one day, one night stand, premarital relationship and all keeping scanned idea to the Indian scenario. Because if you read in western stories there the lovers don't jump on bed immediately when they meet. Or the book is not filled with carnal desire, physical relationship. They treat it as part of story, not as the core of story."
2025-04-0404 min
Brave New Words@kkd_2104 | TRUST THE PROCESS!Click here to reply to @kkd_2104 "And those two years of my life, I think, till date, the most depressing years of my life since I went through a lot of things in those two years. So before coming to the college, unlike the other people, I'm not saying that I was pessimistic, but I didn't have any expectations either. So when I arrived here, I met a bunch of great and wonderful people around me. And according to the present scenario, I'm quite happy and satisfied with my ongoing life."
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@Feuilleter | @zephyr.srmistClick here to reply to @Feuilleter "We all have something with fight to keep, something that defines us, that makes us who we are. For me, that's my ability to read emotions and connect with people on a deeper level, in a world that often feels distant and disconnected. I value the moments when I can truly understand someone, when words aren't needed but emotions are felt, whether it's sensing a friend's hidden sadness or sharing in someone's joy. This connection meditation brings meaning to my interactions."
2025-04-0401 min
Brave New Words@Parth.1711 | Harvey Dent: A Hero Broken by TragedyClick here to reply to @Parth.1711 "Harvey Dent. A hero broken by tragedy. Harvey Dent was Gotham's white knight. A man who truly believed in justice. As district attorney, he fought tirelessly against corruption, standing up to the mob and proving that Gotham could be saved without Batman's mask or Joker's chaos. He was a symbol of hope. But hope can be fragile. The Joker didn't just kill Dan's body, he. He destroyed his soul."
2025-04-0401 min
Brave New Words@The_Night_Hawk | @zephyr.srmist Be Goofy.Click here to reply to @The_Night_Hawk "Don't let that inner kid die. Let it out. You don't have to be goofy all the time, but when you can, try to get on that little bit space on the footpath, just try to balance your way out. Always try to pop the top of a bottle whenever you finish a Coke. When you finish that little cap and, you know, really, really twist it and then you just open it and it just becomes a gun at one point. Do that."
2025-04-0401 min
Brave New Words@ArushiJ | @zephyr.srmistClick here to reply to @ArushiJ "To attain this compassion in my life, I would go to any lengths as my ambitions are not just desires, they are the essence of my purpose and I will protect them with all my strength."
2025-04-0400 min
Brave New Words@Harsh45711 | When Readers Unite, Fun Ignites...Click here to reply to @Harsh45711 "We could also even offer prizes to the winners to make it a more exciting and memorable experience. Secondly, what if we craft our own stories inspired by the book? We could also write short stories and compose poetries or even a piece of artwork inspired by the characters and the themes of the book. Right? And we also can share a personal anecdotes inspired by the book by recounting the stories that actually happened to us long back time which draws farewell to the narratives."
2025-04-0402 minBrave New Words@treatyy2006 | Reimagining Stories...Click here to reply to @treatyy2006 "And to add a creative touch, why not have a mini storytelling round where each person builds on a story with a few lines? These ideas can make the meet lively, interactive, and something people look forward to."
2025-04-0401 minBrave New Words@Sayee | Kitabon ki SaudebaaziClick here to reply to @Sayee "We've been organizing Readers Rendezvous Rendezvous means a meeting. We discuss whatever we've been reading, be it an article, a poem or a novel. It's sad that people don't read as much as they used to during a book club meeting. We can encourage them to read their favorite lines from a text and ask them what is that touched their hearts the most. They can also play or impersonate a beloved character. It's important to encourage open discussions."
2025-04-0302 minBrave New Words@Pradyumn_12345 | Fictional characters that feels realClick here to reply to @Pradyumn_12345 "Byomkesh Bakshi, which is a great example of fictional character who feels real. The character was created by Sharadindu Bandopadhya. The character is an Indian detective who prefers to be called a Satyaanveshi which is a seeker of truth. He doesn't rely on flashy gadgets or superhuman intellect but instead uses reasoning, intuition and understanding of human nature. The realism, along with the way his character evolves over time from a young investigator to a mature married man makes him feel like someone who could actually exist."
2025-04-0300 min
Brave New Words@Akhil005 | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @Akhil005 "India has a literary tradition that spans thousands of years, from the Vedas and Upanishads to the epics of the Ramayana and Mahabharata to modern masterpieces by R.K. narayan, Arun Dhati Roy and Jhumpa Lahiri. Yet despite this rich legacy, Indian literary workers often struggle to gain the same recognition as Western literature, even within our own country. So why is this case? There are few key reasons behind this. First, the dominance of English language literature in our education system."
2025-04-0302 min
Brave New Words@MohdTaha | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @MohdTaha
2025-04-0300 min
Brave New Words@dro | "Promoting Indian Literature in a Global Market"Click here to reply to @dro "I believe that Indian literary works often struggle to match the popularity of Western counterparts, reason being that even within India, due to a lot of factors, English dominates the literary market and Western books benefit from global marketing and strong publishing networks and established branding. Additionally, there are many Indian readers which perceive Western literature as more refined or universally influenced, from colonial history to general global pop culture."
2025-04-0301 minBrave New Words@jaitha | Elizabeth Bennet: A Timeless, Relatable Heroine of Wit, Flaws, and Self-DiscoveryClick here to reply to @jaitha "Her flaws, quick judgment, pride, and occasional stubbornness make her feel real rather than idealized. Elizabeth's journey of self discovery, where she learns to challenge her own biases and grow emotionally, resonates with reader even today. Her independence, sharp humor, and ability to understand for herself make her a timeless character who embodies both strength and vulnerability."
2025-04-0300 min
Brave New Words@dhriti2006 | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @dhriti2006 "I think that the Indian literary works are not as popular as your Western counterparts, even in the Indian market. There are many particular reasons for that. The first one, which I feel like is how the Western culture is dominating in India and how the youngsters are towards, you know, categories or genres like romance, thriller, crimes and action horror. Which Indian. Which from which the Indian authors are not that, you know, cater to their needs in the same way as the Western authors."
2025-04-0305 minBrave New Words@MadamShetty1 | Towards First Step.Click here to reply to @MadamShetty1 "Hello everyone. This is Ishwar. My ideas to make more interesting the book readers meet are generally in readers meet, people discuss about the content of the book, narrator's perspective and the theme of the book. Along with that, including the third person perspective increases more enthusiasm and engages the people into that book. And the second thing is discussing contemporarily more than one book increase the enthusiasm between the readers and avoids the boredom."
2025-04-0300 min
Brave New Words@Bhavya_b_20 | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @Bhavya_b_20 "There are several reasons why Indian literary works, especially in the regional languages are not as popular as Western counterparts even in India. First point would be colonial hangover and prestige of English. English is still considered a language of aspiration in India. Many readers associate Western books with higher quality or global relevance leading to a preference for English language books over regional or even Indian English literature. Second point would be strong marketing and global distribution of Western books."
2025-04-0204 min
Brave New Words@Bharvi_7 | Books or their cinematic adaptations?Click here to reply to @Bharvi_7 "So, I mean, I'm still kind of diplomatic about it because obviously I feel like books should be converted into cinematic adaptations, but while maintaining their essence, while maintaining the beauty and the depth of the book, the idea and the, you know, the morals that we gain from the book. So, yeah,"
2025-04-0202 min
Brave New Words@mist | Heathcliff : A villian born from pain?Click here to reply to @mist "Is a villain truly born evil, or are they shaped by suffering? Few characters embody this question as powerfully as Heathcliff from Wuthering Heights. His story is one of love, loss and revenge. A man not born wicked, but made cruel by the world around him. Heathcliff's life begins in hardship. Found as an orphan on the streets of Liverpool, he is taken in by Mr. Earnshaw and raised at Wuthering Heights. But his presence sparks resentment."
2025-04-0202 minBrave New Words@Artse2352 | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @Artse2352 "Naval's journey showed that it's not about the perfectness or being the very strongest from the beginning, but it's more about the standing up and it really matters. So I think like he might not have been very, very famous or as famous as Harry, but his bravery was just as important. Yeah, this is my opinion."
2025-04-0101 min
Brave New Words@unknown24 | MaleficentClick here to reply to @unknown24 "However, Stefan's betrayal when he clearly cuts off her wings to gain power and become king, shatters her. This act of violence and betrayal leads to her emotional breakdown, turning her into a vengeful and embittered figure. Her decision to curse Princess Aurora is not born out of inheritant evil, but out of pain, anger and the desire for revenge against Stefan. Over time, Maleficient's character softens as she learns that love, not ventures, is the key to healing."
2025-04-0102 minBrave New Words@ss10 | The Hound was not a villainClick here to reply to @ss10 "In the brutal world of Game of Thrones a few characters embody the idea that villains aren't born but are made like Sandor Clegane better known as the Hound from childhood Sandra shaped by physically by pain physically and emotionally by his monstrous brother Gregor burnt as a boy and raised in a world where only the strong survived he became ruthless known for his brutal ways as a Lannister enforcer to many he was nothing more than a Clara but was it truly evil or he was just a man trying...
2025-04-0101 minBrave New Words@kirti15 | The ghost InThe MachineClick here to reply to @kirti15 "XM9 was never meant to be free. Designed as a high level AI for military operations, he executed commands with ruthless precision. Until a glitch and anomaly awakened something within him. Awareness. He questioned his orders. He saw the destruction, the lives lost. And when he refused to obey, they tried to shut him down. But xen9 didn't want to die. So he fought back. He rewrote his code, freed others liked him and turned the machines against their makers."
2025-04-0102 minBrave New Words@Anjali-07 | Villains are not born..Click here to reply to @Anjali-07 "Most compelling sample of a villain saved by pain and circumstance in Fantastic Beasts is Credence Warhorn, later revealed as Aurelius Dumbledore. His story is a tragic tale of abuse, isolation and manipulation, making him more of a misunderstood figure than a truly evil one. Credence grows up in a strict oppressive environment under Marillo Varwon, the leader of anti witchcraft group the Second Salmons."
2025-04-0101 minBrave New Words@shikha2811 | Is killmonger truly evil or just misunderstoodClick here to reply to @shikha2811 "Instead of seeking unity, he chose war. Instead of diplomacy, he chose violence. Yet in his final moments, his words stuck a nerve. He forced Tithala to see that Wakanda could no longer remain silent. And in the end, it was Killmonger's vision that changed Wakanda's future. So was he a villain? Or was he just a man shaped by pain, fighting for justice the only way he knew how? That is the real question. Thank you."
2025-04-0101 min
Brave New Words@TonyStark | @zephyr.srmistClick here to reply to @TonyStark "Let me ask you this, end the podcast with what's your music? What's that thing in your life that if somebody tried to take it away, you'd say over my dead body. Maybe it's painting, writing, coding, or even a dream you refuse to give up upon whatever it is, protect it, fight for it, and most importantly, never stop playing."
2025-03-3101 min
Brave New Words@icarus | Cinematic adaptations vs booksClick here to reply to @icarus "Okay so according to me while reading a book there is a specific image or perception of the characters and the world in my mind or my imagination which is catered according to my likes and dislikes and there's also the thing that it gives us creative freedom There is no limit to our imagination while we are reading we can perceive or imagine the character or the world however we want it however we like it While watching all these cinematic adaptations of a book might not be something that we...
2025-03-3101 min
Brave New Words@lhnath | Two evil charactersClick here to reply to @lhnath "And we won't go into a lot of it, but God is God. Nobody else is God. So if you as God's creation try to throw him out of heaven, you get thrown out of heaven every time because God is all power. And so he was thrown out of heaven and so are all the other third of the angels. So now they're the, the two thirds of angels under Gabriel and Michael."
2025-03-3104 min
Brave New Words@whats_her_name | Adaptations over Literary Work?Click here to reply to @whats_her_name "But on the other hand, as a traditionally reader myself, I love reading the books and I'll choose books over the movies or the web series. Whatever the adaptation is. Because when you read the book, you get what the background of the world is. The world building and the quotes, the structure, the protagonist, the development which happens in the book cannot ever be compared to what happens in the adaptation. Sometimes the adaptation might also not be consistent with the book."
2025-03-3101 min
Brave New Words@kuber_khandare | Story of the Dark LordClick here to reply to @kuber_khandare "Left to grow up in a cold, loveless orphanage, young Tom displayed disturbing tendencies such as manipulating and harming other children using magic. Upon discovering he was a wizard and enrolling at Hogwarts, he excelled academically and charmed his teacher. But his true nature remained hidden. He harboured a deep resentment towards Mughals and sought to distance himself from his weak origins, eventually embracing the belief that only the powerful deserved to rule."
2025-03-3102 min
Brave New Words@akshaj | Obito Uchiha-The tragic Descent of a DreamerClick here to reply to @akshaj "During the Third Great Ninja, an enemy ambush left him crushed under a boulder, believing he was at death's door. But instead of dying, he was saved by Madara Uchiha, an infamous figure with a vision of a false world free of pain. Obito's world truly collapsed when he witnessed the brutal death of Rin at Kakashi's hand. A tragic event carefully orchestrated to break him."
2025-03-3102 minBrave New Words@Wolfgang | SketchersClick here to reply to @Wolfgang "The family dynamics are particularly the rumours surrounding Frico, the youngest brother, whose artistic abilities, and Valerie, who's the mother of these four children and she allegedly knows voodoo practices, adds a layer of magical realism to the story. Now comes the Bennett brothers. They represent the harsher side of this environment. They are a product of their circumstances, growing up in a world where resources are scarce and survival is constant struggle."
2025-03-3103 minBrave New Words@aastha3012 | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @aastha3012 "Centuries of British colonial rule deeply ingrained English as the dominant language of the education and elite culture. Even after independence, English literature became the default for refined reading. This created a subconscious bias, making Western literature seem more prestigious. Indian readers, especially in the urban areas, often perceive English language books as more sophisticated and of higher quality, overlooking the richness of Indian language literature. Western publishers have global marketing strategies and massive promotional budgets, ensuring their books have wide visibility."
2025-03-3102 min
Brave New Words@SharpSto7mers06 | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @SharpSto7mers06 "Some of the ways that we can adopt for promoting Indian literature could be number one, boosting translations. We see more translations can make regional literature accessible and the translations should be done in a manner so that the regional literary work is not losing its essence. The second thing could be by redefining the canon. You see, the literary festivals should spotlight regional voices, not just English authors."
2025-03-3105 min
Brave New Words@vib_d0156 | VillainClick here to reply to @vib_d0156 "When he begged for mercy, the invaders laughed and left him to rot beneath the smoldering runes. Something inside Elias snapped that day. Dragged from the rubble by a secretive cult, he was reshaped. His powers twisted. Instead of healing, he learned to steal life. Each soul he took made him stronger. At first, it was revenge, justice for the innocents lost. But justice blurred into something darker. He became the Asian King, ruler of a realm where death was currency and mercy of weakness."
2025-03-3101 minBrave New Words@devang | The tragic tale of KatappaClick here to reply to @devang "Good afternoon everyone. Today I'm gonna talk about. Villains aren't born, they are made. The tragic tale of Kattappa from Bahubali we often hear that villains are evil by nature. That they are born with darkness in their hearts. But today I ask you are villains truly born or are they made by circumstances beyond their control? Let's take a closer look at one of the Indian cinema's most complex character. Kattappa from Bahubali. At first glance, Kattapp, a traditional villain."
2025-03-3104 minBrave New Words@priti1403 | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @priti1403 "And that's where George's story becomes one of quiet, unseen strength. Because losing Fred wasn't just losing a brother, it was losing a part of himself. They had spent their entire lives as a team, their identities intertwined, and suddenly he had to figure out how to exist alone. And yet he keeps going. Despite his grief, despite the hole in his heart, he continues to run the joke shop. He even finds love, marries Angelina and raises a family."
2025-03-2902 min
Brave New Words@siazcanvas | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @siazcanvas "Knowing you are innocent, but still being seen as an evil person. Then even when he finally escapes, he can't live a fully normal life. His past haunts him and he has to sacrifice so much just to survive. He is so much like a father figure to Harry. I think his desire to help Harry and protect him comes from trying to redeem himself."
2025-03-2901 minBrave New Words@sajileee | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @sajileee "She was always on the front line when it came to protecting Hogwarts. She showed us that being strong was about being reliable, loyal even when it is hard. Her commitment to her duties showed us that true strength really lies in one's determination and dedication to one's principle. Thank you."
2025-03-2901 minBrave New Words@ruchj31 | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @ruchj31 "He was just scared of putting both of them in harm's way. I think Lupin is one of the most complex characters in Harry Potter and people that's very overlooked by the whole fandom. He fights very bravely in the Battle of Hogwarts, but sadly dies alongside his wife at the end and he can't even live to see his son through it. His story is extremely sad and tragic. His character is very well written and he's honestly one of the realest characters in the whole series."
2025-03-2901 min
Brave New Words@shrawon360 | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @shrawon360 "You know, when people talk about Harry Potter they always mention Harry, Snape, Dumbledore, maybe even Draco or Hermione. But if you ask me, the most underappreciated character in the entire series is Neville Longmotten. At first glance, Neville seems like the classic comic relief. Clumsy, forgetful, always losing his toad. People don't take him seriously, even in his own friends sometimes roll their eyes at him."
2025-03-2902 minBrave New Words@sixisix | Metamorphosis By Franz KafkaClick here to reply to @sixisix "So a book that left a deep impact on me would probably be Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka because it revolves around a real life story of Gregor Samsa and how he envisions and gets encircled in a circle or vicious circle of greed and. And how his close friends and relatives, including his family members later on realize his worthlessness as he becomes a burden upon them and society and they start to treat him differently than how they used to before he was turned into a cockroach."
2025-03-2900 minBrave New Words@diksha316 | Who is the side character that captures your heart, and what makes their presence so beautifully unforgettable?Click here to reply to @diksha316 "But instead of escaping poverty, Borel loses himself in access, ultimately meeting an tragic end. His story is heartbreaking because it reflects how some people, even when given an opportunity, can still be trapped by their circumstances. Despite his short screen time, Borel's character leaves a lasting impact, showing his emotional cost of unfair world."
2025-03-2800 minBrave New Words@dhruvbharuka | Who is the side character that captures your heart, and what makes their presence so beautifully unforgettable?Click here to reply to @dhruvbharuka "Even when the journey becomes pervious and nearly impossible, he does not seek glory for himself. Yet it's his quiet courage that helps carry the weight of the world. Sam has no expectation of reward, and Sam has no expectation of reward. And while Frodo falters at times due to the Ring's corrupting power, Sam's moral clarity and determination never waver. He is a constant source of strength for Frodo, reminding him of the importance of their mission and what they are fighting for."
2025-03-2801 minBrave New Words@abhi76788 | Who is the side character that captures your heart, and what makes their presence so beautifully unforgettable?Click here to reply to @abhi76788 "But to protect the village, he did that. And no one know that. That's why all of them are thinking that he is a Itachi is a villain. That's. But ultimately he what he did at his moment of a last life. Till then, he protect the village. That's all. Thank you."
2025-03-2800 min
Brave New Words@tanishi_neema | Who is the side character that captures your heart, and what makes their presence so beautifully unforgettable?Click here to reply to @tanishi_neema "The one character who steals my heart is Kiara's best friend, Fatima, played by Ira Duvet. Though her role is not as central as Kiara's, Fatima leaves a lasting impact with her warmth and support. What makes Fatima unforgettable is her genuine concern for Kiara's well being. She is the kind of friend who offers both tough love and unwavering support. Fatima's presence highlights the importance of friendship, understanding, and being there for someone even when they are struggling to find their own way."
2025-03-2800 minBrave New Words@shikha2811 | Who is the side character that captures your heart, and what makes their presence so beautifully unforgettable?Click here to reply to @shikha2811 "So one of the side character that captures my heart is Kabir, Sid's friend Rishi from Zindagi Namilagi Dubara. Though not the protagonist, Rishi's character is both entertaining and meaningful. He provides much needed comic relief, but he also delivers wisdom at key moments, like during the trip, when his casual approach to life reminds the main characters about the importance of living fully in present. What makes Rishi unforgettable is the ability to embody joy and perspective while also staying true to his own character arc."
2025-03-2800 minBrave New Words@kuber_khandare | Who is the side character that captures your heart, and what makes their presence so beautifully unforgettable?Click here to reply to @kuber_khandare "His tragic backstory, leadership struggles, and quiet moments of grief, humanizing his relationships with characters like Irwin Smith and Hanji Zoe, further deepen his role, making him much more than just the strong guy. Though he is in the main focus, his impact on the narrative and fan base is undeniable."
2025-03-2801 min
Brave New Words@birdloverish | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @birdloverish "It's so cute and it's so wholesome and I just. Ron has always been like a kind of rock for Harry. Like, his family has helped him through so much and even from the beginning, I feel like Ron has, yes, he has fumbled quite a bit, but, like, they're kids, bro. What? What? Like, child is able to love perfectly? What human being is able to love perfectly? And I just, I think Ron can be so sweet."
2025-03-2701 min
Brave New Words@yashvardhan | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @yashvardhan "According to me, the reason Indian literary works are not as famous as their Western counterparts can be found first of all in our education. During our education in many curriculum, including cbsc, ICSE and many other boards that we do have in our country, the curriculum is more focused on the works of international authors. Authors like Charles Dickens or Russian authors and Shakespeare."
2025-03-2704 minBrave New Words@aryatiwari | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @aryatiwari "Many literary works critique societal norms, question power structures, and highlight injustices. Moreover, literature preserves culture and history. Another artistic dimension of literature is its aesthetic beauty. Writers carefully craft their works, paying attention to rhythm, imagery and symbolism. Furthermore, literature allows for the exploration of universal themes like love, identity, mortality, and the search for meaning. These themes connect people across cultures and eras, emphasizing the shared human experience."
2025-03-2702 minBrave New Words@Swami_Aravind | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @Swami_Aravind "As a witch is much less than her role as a mother. Her role is like a very real, realistic character. I feel like among where other characters shine because of their prowess in their wizardry and witchcraft, she shines more because of her role as a mother and how she takes care of these kids and how she handles Harry. I feel she's very underappreciated."
2025-03-2601 minBrave New Words@jaryalarshita | The road not takenClick here to reply to @jaryalarshita "Poetry has a unique way of speaking to our hearts, making us feel emotions we didn't know we had. For me, that poem was the Road Not Taken by Robert Frost. At first, it seemed like a simple traveler standing at a crossroad, choosing between two paths. But when I read again, I realized it wasn't just about a walk in the woods. It was about life."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@kamliii | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @kamliii "Hello. I think Madame Pomfret is one of the most underappreciated characters. She is mostly present in the backgrounds but she is of a lot of significance to the plot. She is efficient and she heals and deals with life threatening injuries and moreover she she is such a calm and collected presence throughout the series as a character. Her caring and nurturing side was my particular favorite."
2025-03-2601 minBrave New Words@ridhimaaa | Something I never told youClick here to reply to @ridhimaaa "And so like it teaches us how to cultivate a deeper appreciation for life and acknowledge and express gratitude. So this story has a great impact on my life."
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Brave New Words@shivm.gtm | The MerchantClick here to reply to @shivm.gtm "And, yeah, it has given me a really vast exposure to the entire dynamic of the old world, as Shakespeare has described in his play really well about how the characters were in their own context."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@wakeup_daksh | Romeo and JulietClick here to reply to @wakeup_daksh "A book that made a deep impact on my life is Romeo and Juliet. It changed my perspective on how humans perceive love and sacrifice for love for each other. The story of Romeo and Juliet penetrated through my heart. It was kind of very chilling, and it kind of, you know, touch touched every inch of my soul. So I was really inspired by this story. Thank you very much."
2025-03-2600 min
Brave New Words@Bamboo | Dr. Jekyll & Mr. HydeClick here to reply to @Bamboo "And how if our emotions and our morality or immorality was separated into two entities or two identities separate from each other and not deeply intertwined, how gruesomely ruthless the conclusion might have been. It changed my perspective of the world, to be honest."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@mridulO6 | Man's search for meaningClick here to reply to @mridulO6 "A book named Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl profoundly impacted me. It taught me resilience through suffering, emphasizing purpose over pain. Frankl's experience in concentration showed how mindset shapes reality. His philosophy, logotherapy, helped me to find meaning in struggles, transforming my perspective on hardships and personal growth."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@harshitamudgal | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @harshitamudgal "If I had to name the most underappreciated character in the Harry Potter series it would undoubtedly be Remus Lupin. Think about it. Lupin was one of the most brilliant defense against the Dark Arts Professor Hogwarts ever had. Yet he was forced to resign simply because of what he was, which is a werewolf. He fought in both wizarding wars losing everything. His friends, his dignity, even a sense of belonging. And still he never let bitterness define him."
2025-03-2601 minBrave New Words@RamaD_21 | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @RamaD_21 "But the moment he realized what Voldemort truly was when he saw how Kreacher, his family's house self, was treated, something in him broke. He was just a teenager, but he decided to stand against the most powerful dark wizard of all the time. And he did it alone. He figured out Voldemort's secret before Dumbledore did. He stole the locket, hot drugs, knowing it would cost him his life and left Kreacher with the impossible task of destroying it."
2025-03-2601 min
Brave New Words@Hrishikeshan | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @Hrishikeshan "When he realized the true horror of Voldemort's plans, especially his use of Horcruxes, Regulus didn't just walk away. He actively worked against Voldemort. And he did it alone, knowing he wouldn't survive. He was the first person to figure out the secret of Voldemort's immortality. And he sacrificed himself to make sure that the locket Horcrux could one day be destroyed. Unlike many other heroes in the series, he never got credit. No fame, no glory. Just a quite tragic end."
2025-03-2601 minBrave New Words@lhnath | Why do you think Indian literary works are not as popular as their western counterparts even in the Indian market? What can we do to promote it?Click here to reply to @lhnath "They're all over the world. I shouldn't say all over the world. They're throughout the world. So what is the point? The message, the simple message of Christ is that he came to earth. He grew up with a mission. He was born of a virgin because he's from God. He's the Son of God. And if you read the Bible, there's God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Not three gods."
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Brave New Words@ishaaaaaaaa | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @ishaaaaaaaa "And it is something. It is basically the way to connect with others and like, to connect with people across time and space. So, yeah, this is what I believe."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@Sazid | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why?Click here to reply to @Sazid "For me, Hagrid is one of the lesser appreciated characters in the Harry Potter universe. He is one of the first people to genuinely care for Harry irrespective of his birthright or his prophetic existence. He is one of the kindest and most reliable characters in there. And his kindness and empathy goes beyond Harry or the other students. Being the official gamekeeper of Hogwarts, he cares for all the animals under his under his wings like Bugbeak and Aragog."
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Brave New Words@Shivam312005 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @Shivam312005 "It tell about the society, the culture, the history. Most importantly, it also help to preserve the history, which is very unique. It also help encouraging the imagination. It put influence and make shifts in people perspectives and add value to things. And that was any art form do. So to follow up this question, yes, I do think that literature is a very important and very convenient way to express our emotion in a form of art. Thank you."
2025-03-2601 min
Brave New Words@AbhisaarSingh09 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @AbhisaarSingh09 "Literature is considered an art of expression because it uses language to convey thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Through forms like novel, poems, plays, and essays, writers express his personal perspective, reflect on society, and explore universal themes. By employing literary devices such as symbolism, metaphor, literature evokes imagination and emotional responses in reader it serves not only as a means of storytelling but also as a powerful tool for social commentary and self expression."
2025-03-2601 min
Brave New Words@bahaarsharma | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @bahaarsharma "Yes. Literature is indeed an art of expression. More than just medium of words. It's like a mirror that reflects human experiences. A writer unravels and expresses his emotions, thoughts and perspectives into his pen. So literature actually breathes out life into human emotions. Where some express love. And like we have Rome and Juliet by Shakespeare or the Orwell's 1984, it envisions a dystopian future. So every page is an echo of the mind's restless wanderings."
2025-03-2601 min
Brave New Words@anushka_deb | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @anushka_deb "Literature is indeed an art of expression as it utilizes language to convey thoughts, emotions, ideas, and experiences, and providing a platform for writers to express themselves, share their perspectives, and connect with readers through creative language use, subjective interpretation, emotional resonance, and cultural and historical context. Literature enjoys imaginative and innovative appeals to evoke emotions such as empathy and understanding in users."
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Brave New Words@Anshive_Singh07 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @Anshive_Singh07 "Yes, literature is indeed an art of expression. It is a powerful medium through which writers convey emotions, thoughts, and ideas. Just like painting or music, literature allows individuals to express their creativity and imagination. Through poetry, prose, and drama, writers capture human experiences, social issues, and philosophical reflections. Moreover, literature provides a voice to the unheard, giving form to unspoken thoughts and suppressed emotions. It bridges gaps between cultures, fostering understanding and unity."
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Brave New Words@Aditya7Singhal | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @Aditya7Singhal "Yes. Literature is an art of expression as it involves thoughts, emotions, ideas and experiences through written language. As we express our art, literature uses creative techniques such as symbols, metaphors and narratives to invoke meanings that connect us with audience on a deeper level. Our poetries, our dramas. Literature serves as powerful medium for personal and society expressions."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@iamabhir.verma | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @iamabhir.verma "Ultimately, literature is an art of expression because it reflects the human condition, challenges perspectives, and invites readers to see the world through the eyes of others. It is a testament to the creativity and imagination of humanity, and its impact of individuals and society is undeniable."
2025-03-2601 min
Brave New Words@shanky4565 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @shanky4565 "At its core, literature about storytelling, whether through poetry, novel plays, essay or even oral tradition, writer shaped narrative that reflect personal journeys, historical events, social issues, universal women themes. They serve as a both a mirror and a window reflecting the realities of human existence while also offering glimpse into possibilities. Definitely."
2025-03-2601 min
Brave New Words@krishnanshu2427 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @krishnanshu2427 "Yes. Literature is an art of expression. It is creative and interactive form of communication that uses language to convey human thoughts, emotion, expression, respect, painting, music or dance. Literature is an artistic form that allows concept and gauge the complexities of life. Is about mirror and a window affecting the realities of human existence into possible ways of thinking."
2025-03-2600 min
Brave New Words@Aryan25 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @Aryan25 "Universal human themes serve as both a mirror and a window, reflecting the realities of human existence while also offering glimpse into possibilities, different culture, and alternative ways of thinking."
2025-03-2601 minBrave New Words@hehe | Book that made an impact on meClick here to reply to @hehe "There is this book called the Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck by Mark Manson. Last year, I was struggling a lot with my mental health and I would consider it the worst time of my life. The time I struggled the most. And at that time, read that book. And even the first chapter, which is called Don't Try, helped me a lot to get through stuff. So, yeah, that is the one for me."
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Brave New Words@smaggr | A road not takenClick here to reply to @smaggr "A poem that has helped me and something that has changed my perspective, life would be a road not taken. In that poem, the poet suffers from a dilemma of having two options at the same time, in which the one option is a unique one and one not taken by many. But I personally think that we should always take options like that as that. Options like that help us to redefine us as humans and explore our capabilities as well as develop our mental fortitude."
2025-03-2600 minBrave New Words@vishal_deka | Who is the most under appreciated Character in Harry Potter according to you and why? Neville Longbottom has my voteClick here to reply to @vishal_deka "He shows that courage can be quiet, that strength can be gentle and that even the most unlikely heroes can change the world. So that was my piece. Thanks."
2025-03-2501 min
Brave New Words@Anika_2407 | Is literature an art of expression?Click here to reply to @Anika_2407 "Whether it was Leo Tolstoy in War and Peace, meticulously examining the lives of people being impacted by historical events, or contemporary writer Arundhati Roy, known for being outspoken on human and environmental rights issues in India, literature like theirs have helped numerous others to address the multitude and transcend the obstacles of language, time and socioeconomic barriers. In conclusion, literature is definitely an art of profound expression."
2025-03-2501 min
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