
This podcast series uncovers the mysterious world of Bombay’s courtesans to find a rich history of women who defy gender stereotypes and uphold feminist intellectual tradition. This podcast is brought to you by TS Studios, a production company that brings The Swaddle’s storytelling and creative point of view to original podcasts and films.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 4 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | DocumentaryArtsPerforming ArtsSociety & Culture | ||||

With Mujra in decline, a neighbourhood that was once the nerve centre of Bombay’s courtesan culture struggles to stay alive, in the final episode of our podcast series.
English Translation of Episode 4: A Crumbling Community
Naseem Bhai: There were... more
In this episode, a mother-daughter courtesan duo reflects on their divergent paths, and how much this matrilineal culture has changed in just one generation.
English Translation of Episode 3: A Break With the Past
Voiceover in English.
Woman 1: Yo... more
In Episode 2, a family of courtesans from the secretive Mujra community finally opens up. A trained Urdu poet and a singer-dancer discuss their craft and their place in society.
English Translation of Episode 2:
Voiceover in English, amid ambient c... more
In Episode 1, our host, Kunal, tries to find a connection to this insular world.
English Translation of Episode 1:
Woman 1: You come here to enjoy. It is my job to make you fall in love with me. If I don’t show you love, how will you feel love for ... more
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