Seema Anand writes on the Indian diaspora — not as a success story but as an archive of histories the metropole often forgets. Her essays use individual lives to open out the long structures of indenture, migration, and post-colonial citizenship.
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IFFLA at 24: Diaspora Cinema Claims Its Global Stage
The 24th Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles runs April 23-26, 2026, showcasing diaspora narratives that challenge traditional definitions of Indian cinema. The festival has grown from cultural showcase to industry platform, reflecting the diaspora's increasing creative autonomy.