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About Meghana Harikumar

Meghana Harikumar is the founder and editor of Balcony Stories Media Network, a Bengaluru-based publication launched in 2020. She spent ten years as a full-time journalist before moving into marketing and social media. Her work explores food, travel, culture and the people behind the stories.

Food & Drink
November 2, 2026

The Rameshwaram Cafe Gives Bun Maska a Warm Badam Milk Makeover

Hot badam milk poured over bun maska at The Rameshwaram Cafe

Developed with Thirtha in Bengaluru and available across The Rameshwaram Cafe’s outlets in India, the pairing brings together buttery bakery bread, almond-infused milk and a generous helping of nostalgia.

Entertainment
November 1, 2026

“Paddu Often Paid the Bills So PD Could Afford His Theatre Habit”: P. D. Sathish Chandra on 25 Years of Prakasam

P. D. Sathish Chandra in a blue kurta

P. D. Sathish Chandra looks back on 25 years of Prakasam, from Paddu and borrowed rehearsal rooms to Kala Soudha, young talent and the magic of live theatre.

Entertainment
October 31, 2026

“I Was Prepared for the Worst”: Shine Shetty on the Choices Behind the Fame

Shine Shetty in a scene from Shankarabharanna beside a private bus

From a terrace room in Banashankari to Galli Kitchen and Shankarabharanna, Shine Shetty opens up about patience, independence and the freedom to say no.

What’s On
October 31, 2026

A Walk, a Song, a Celebration: Rajyotsava Comes to Cubbon Park

Turn your Sunday walk into a Rajyotsava celebration. UnboxingBLR brings free live busking to Cubbon Bandstand on November 1, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Culture
October 31, 2026

Kuteera 2026 Diwali Mela Brings India’s Handmade Heritage to Bengaluru

Discover handmade crafts, creative workshops and Diwali storytelling at Kuteera 2026, a free-entry mela at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath from November 1 to 5.

Travel
October 30, 2026

Unique Stays to Bookmark for Your Diwali Vacation

Illuminated palace-inspired façade of Evolve Back Hampi

Coffee estates, jungle hideaways, private villas and backwater retreats—discover distinctive stays across India for your Diwali vacation.

Culture
October 30, 2026

BizLitFest 2026 Brings AI, Founder Stories and the Business of Books to Bengaluru

BizLitFest 2026 brings AI, founder stories, investing and business books to Koramangala Club, with Penguin India, four workshops and a book-pitch opportunity.

Food & Drink
October 17, 2026

Loca Loka Lets Hyderabad’s Obsessions Lead Its Six-Week City Debut

Loca Loka’s Hyderabad arrival unfolds over six weeks, bringing the city’s art, sneaker, watch and coffee communities together through Loca Season 1.

Food & Drink
October 16, 2026

Taj Sets the Table for Dasara with Festive Feasts from Bengal and Karnataka

Taj and Vivanta hotels in Bengaluru celebrate Dasara with a Bengali brunch at Machan, festive bhoj menus at Tamarind and Karavalli’s Karnataka vegetarian thali.

Entertainment
October 15, 2026

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Makes It Worth the Return, Even When the Story Falls Short

Rajinikanth makes returning to Tiger’s world worthwhile in Jailer 2. Exciting cameos and good music deliver the adrenaline, while the first film remains stronger in story and grip.

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