Goa has breathtaking beauty, from beaches to backwaters to splendid greenery. But it's the people, food and culture that make this place unique. Mayur and Rocky meet Moshe, Iggy and Suraj to understand how Goa became home to the original hippie settlers and the legendary Eight Finger Eddie. 

Mayur and Rocky try to find how Goa became home to the original hippie settlers.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 01 | Goa, Hatke

Goa, Hatke

Goan Gullies

Rocky & Mayur

Hippie settlers

Eight Finger Eddie

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Sumona meets social media sensation Bhuban Badyakar, who tells her about his song and life journey. She also visits Shanti Niketan and Viswa Bharti University, founded by Rabindranath Tagore. 


Sumona visits Shanti Niketan and Viswa Bharti University, founded by Rabindranath Tagore. 


Watch Shonar Bengal - Bengali Ep 11 | Birbhum: The Land of Shanti Niketan

A Visit To Birbhum: The Land of Shanti Niketan

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Shonar Bengal

Sumona Chakravarti

Bengali 

West Bengal

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Sundarbans, a beautiful delta, is a cluster of 102 islands. Sumona Chakravarti meets Bhaswati Sarkar, a local tour guide, to understand the ecosystem in Sunderbans. She also attends 'Geeti Natya' performed by the locals.

Sundarbans, a beautiful delta, is a cluster of 102 islands. Sumona Chakravarti meets Bhaswati Sarkar, a local tour guide.

Watch Shonar Bengal Ep 03 | The Beauty of Sunderbans

The Beauty of Sunderbans

Sunderbans

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Rocky and Mayur's day starts with a few power-packed punches under the guidance of world-class MMA fighter Bonny. They also hear her life-changing narrative and her home, Goa. The duo gets invited for an exclusively curated dining experience and mix some classy cocktails with world-class Mixologist, Arijit Bose.

The duo gets invited for an exclusively curated dining experience and mix some classy cocktails with world-class Mixologist, Arijit Bose.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 13 | Punch, Pack, Mix, Repeat

Punch, Pack, Mix, Repeat

Dolphins

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Sumona Chakravarti takes local transport and enjoys a trek to reach Zero Point, the India-Bhutan border. She also meets some inspiring women and finds out about their stories. 


Sumona Chakravarti enjoys a trek to reach Zero Point, the India-Bhutan border. Watch full episode on zeezest.com


Watch Shonar Bengal - Bengali Ep 08 | The Point Zero

At Point Zero With Sumona

Bengali

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Sumona Chakravarti visits Triveni where she experiences the thrill of river rafting. She also visits Darjeeling and meets Kushang Sherpa, a veteran mountaineer, who is her mentor for the next adventure.   

Sumona Chakravarti visits Triveni where she experiences the thrill of river rafting.

Watch Shonar Bengal Ep 04 | River Rafting With Sumona

River Rafting With Sumona

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Rocky and Mayur reflect on their decade-old friendship. They set sail on the Antara with Captain Donde and Sujata and learn the valuable lesson of life to 'keep moving'. They also witness a performance by artists Tino and Piya at the Omaggio. The duo visits Vaayu – a waterman’s village for a soulful end to the day with paddleboarding.

Rocky and Mayur reflect on their decade-old friendship. They set sail on the Antara with Captain Donde.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 8 | Soulful Safar

Soulful Safar

Captain Donde

Omaggio

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After taking lessons in rock climbing, Sumona Chakravarti meets Baishali, who takes her to Ghum railway station, the highest railway station in India. Sumona takes a trip down memory lane as she rides a toy train. 

After taking lessons in rock climbing, Sumona Chakravarti meets Baishali, who takes her to Ghum railway station.


Watch Shonar Bengal - Bengali Ep 06 | Toy Train Ride 

A Fun Filled Toy Train Ride 

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Purulia is known for its art forms like mud painting, sculpture, mask making, stone carvings and Chau dance. Sumon Chakravarty visits Purulia to meet the local artisans and enjoy their art.  

Purulia is known for its art forms like mud painting, sculpture, mask making, stone carvings and Chau dance. 

Watch Shonar Bengal Ep 09 | Multifaceted Purulia District

A Visit to multifaceted Purulia District

Purulia

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Goa’s indigenous ecosystem has given way to sustainable tourism and a balanced way of living. From responsible Dolphin watching to supporting organic produce, farming communities, Rocky and Mayur, take a step back to become conscious tourists and learn from the sensible green Goan ambassadors.

Goa’s indigenous ecosystem has given way to sustainable tourism and a balanced way of living.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 12 | Green Living

Green Living

Cocktails

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Approximately 200 km away from Darjeeling is Buxa Tiger Reserve at Alipurduar. Sumona experiences her first jungle safari in India and meets some warriors of the wild who are passionate about wildlife conservation.  


Sumona experiences her first jungle safari in India and meets some warriors of the wild.  


Watch Shonar Bengal - Bengali  Ep 07 | Buxa Tiger Reserve

Exploring Buxa Tiger Reserve

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After taking lessons in rock climbing, Sumona Chakravarti meets Baishali, who takes her to Ghum railway station.

Watch Shonar Bengal Ep 06 | Toy Train Ride 

Toy Train Ride 

Darjeeling

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Mayur makes Rocky’s last day in Goa a grand affair by fulfilling his love for Scuba Diving. He gets him to try the famous Ros Omelette, a platter with the best-smoked meats followed by a grand surprise party on a yacht with friends and family. They end the journey filled with promises to reunite, celebrate and relive the good times, forever. 

Mayur makes Rocky’s last day in Goa a grand affair by fulfilling his love for Scuba Diving.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 14 | The Grand Goodbye

The Grand Goodbye

Scuba Diving

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Sumona Chakravarti starts her Bengal trip from Kolkata, where she meets locals to understand the concept of Adda, which is synonymous with Bengalis. She enjoys jhalmuri and Badshahi Mutton with local families in North Kolkata. 


Sumona Chakravarti starts her Bengal trip from Kolkata, where she meets locals to understand the concept of Adda.


Watch Shonar Bengal - Bengali Ep 01 | Addabaazi in Kolkata

Addabaazi in Kolkata With Sumona

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Sumona's next halt is a beautiful hill station, Kalimpong. After experiencing the thrill of paragliding, Sumona heads to Happy Valley Tea Estate to meet the local women who pluck tea leaves.

After experiencing the thrill of paragliding, Sumona heads to Happy Valley Tea Estate.

Watch Shonar Bengal Ep 05 | Welcome to Kalimpong

Welcome to Kalimpong

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Rocky and Mayur start their day with a close encounter with crocodiles and watch a collared Kingfisher up-close. They go back to the wild and tribal way of living and dancing the night away. The duo explores the other wild side of Goa, with a Bachata night.

Rocky and Mayur start their day with a close encounter with crocodiles

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 7 | Wild, Wild, Goa

Wild, Wild, Goa

Collared Kingfisher

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Sumon Chakravarti explores the history and witnesses the creation of Baluchuri sarees that are popular in India and abroad. She also visits a lodge in Darjeeling, influenced by the English rock band, The Beatles. 


Sumon Chakravarti explores the history and witnesses the creation of Baluchuri sarees.

Watch Shonar Bengal-Bengali Ep12| In the Land of Baluchuri Sarees

Exploring Baluchuri Sarees

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Sumona Chakravarti visits Aasmaan, an art and cultural centre by Kolkata Creative Waste Art Centre where tins, plates and other metal objects are converted into musical instruments. She also meets a musical group, that raps in Bengali as well as Hindi.

Sumona Chakravarti visits Aasmaan, a centre by Kolkata Creative Waste Art Centre.

Watch Shonar Bengal Ep 02 | Jamming in Kolkata

Jamming in Kolkata

Kolkata

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Rocky and Mayur take a close look at the age-old culture and tradition of 3 Kings Trail, a festival celebrated in the village of Cansaulim, to visiting the royal mansion dating older than the Taj Mahal, and immersing in a soulful performance by Fado singer Sonia.

Rocky and Mayur immerse in a soulful performance by Fado singer Sonia.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 03 | Royal Goan Heritage

Royal Goan Heritage

3 Kings Trail

Cansaulim

Fado music

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The Gullies of Goa are full of surprises. From beautiful old Goan architecture to locals indulging in street soccer to fascinating Graffiti artwork. and crowds of people eating at their favourite food trucks. Rocky and Mayur, go from Football to Food and everything in between, in this episode of Goan Gullies.

Rocky and Mayur, go from Football to Food and everything in between, in this episode of Goan Gullies.

Zee Zest | Goan Gullies | Ep 10 | Teri Gully Mein

Teri Gully Mein

Graffiti

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author - Team ZZ | Zee Zest

Team ZZ

Everything you need to know about the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in Mumbai.

Love art festivals? The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in Mumbai is a nine-day-long multicultural event you cannot miss. Here’s why.

A guide to the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in Mumbai

 A Complete Guide To The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival

author - Team Zest | Zee Zest

Team Zest

Mumbaikars, your city is bursting with exciting activities this weekend. Think mindboggling art exhibits, unique dining experiences and more. 

Mumbaikars, your city is bursting with exciting activities this weekend. Find out about the events and other things to do in Mumbai on zeezest.com. 

Things To Do In Mumbai Between Jan 28 And Jan 29, 2023 | Zee Zest

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Sip on hot cocoa or go watch some comedy, this weekend in Bengaluru is all about taking it easy.


5 Ways To Chill This Weekend In Bengaluru

author - Sayoni Bhaduri | Zee Zest

Sayoni Bhaduri

One of the most popular EDM names in India, Edward Maya, will perform live in Mumbai on January 29, 2023.


As Edward Maya prepares for his Bollywood debut, he is scheduled to perform live on January 29, 2023, at Asilo, St Regis Mumbai. Read the interview here.


Edward Maya To Perform At Asilo Mumbai

EDM Artiste Edward Maya To Recreate One Of His Biggest Hits For Bollywood 

Master Sarod players and sons of Maestro Amjad Ali Khan, Aman Ali & Ayaan Ali Bangash get candid about their love for music and how Indian Classical music is evolving.

Watch Master Sarodists Aman Ali & Ayaan Ali Bangash get candid about their love for music. 

Watch Amaan Ali & Ayaan Ali Bangash on Zee Zest

In Conversation With Amaan Ali And Ayaan Ali Bangash

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Sharmi Adhikary is a senior lifestyle journalist and columnist with a yen for exploring interesting concepts in fashion, culture and cinema. 

contributor - Sharmi Adhikary | Zee Zest

Sharmi Adhikary

Legacy of Bhanu Athaiya by Prinseps is a first-of-its-kind exhibition to dwell on the life, career and oeuvre of India’s first costume designer.


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