Mysteries, Myths, and Maharanis

10. Two Worlds Collide: Life, Legacy & Mystery of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose

Besides my dadu's stories that I share with you in this special podcast, many other resources were used, including some major ones listed below. Sources: 1. Legacy of Netaji and INA [https://ahfsm.ac.in/legacy-of-netaji-ina/] 2. Netaji Research Bureau [https://www.netaji.org/#/home] 3. Letters Prove Netaji was Gumnami Baba [https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/letters-prove-netaji-was-gumnami-baba-book/articleshow/69032271.cms] 4. The Gumnami Baba Mystery [https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/india/netaji-subhas-chandra-bose-125th-birth-anniversary-who-was-bhagwanji-mystery-behind-gumnami-baba-all-about-netaji-bose-quotes-parakram-diwas-2022-01-23-755809] 5. Anuj Dhar on Subhas Chandra Bose | Abhijit Chavda Podcast 44 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2wW5lpa-HM]

9. Bhangarh Fort (and a personal story)

In this episode, I share a spooky personal experience I had at Amber fort in Jaipur, India. After that, we travel 70 kms away to the fort city of Bhangarh, dubbed one of India's most haunted sites. We'll explore these majestic sites, learn about the mysterious folklore that surround them, and share personal encounters. Have a story to share? Email me at: mysteriesmythsmaharanis@gmail.com Sources: * The most haunted fort in India [https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/columns/the-most-haunted-fort-in-india/article20231373.ece] * The Story of Bhangarh Fort, India’s Most Notorious Haunted Site [https://theculturetrip.com/asia/india/articles/the-story-of-bhangarh-fort-indias-most-notorious-haunted-site] * Amber Fort [https://www.hoteldekho.com/blog/amber-fort-jaipur/]

8. Madhubala

Her name is synonymous with eternal beauty, she is a cultural icon, and one of the most celebrated actresses of Indian cinema. (Music from her movie). Her immense popularity and the success of her films made her one of the highest paid actresses of her time. She was at the pinnacle of success when, in 1969, at the age of only 36, her life was cut tragically short. Sources: 1. Overlooked: Madhubala [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/obituaries/overlooked-madhubala.html] 2. The Triumph and Tragedy of being Madhubala [https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/the-legend-of-madhubala-why-the-magic-still-perseveres-7771971/] 3. Dilip Kumar: The Substance & the Shadow [https://www.amazon.com/Dilip-Kumar-Substance-Shadow-Autobiography/dp/9381398860] 4. When Kishore Kumar spoke to Pritish Nandy about Bombay, Hitchcock and his many wives [https://theprint.in/feature/when-kishore-kumar-spoke-to-pritish-nandy-about-bombay-hitchcock-and-his-many-wives/93307/] 5. Aayega, Aayega, Aayega, Aane Wala, Aayega - Mahal - Ashok Kumar, Madhubala [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MzF70ca7lQ] 6. Dhire Dhire Aa Re Badal - Kismet - Ashok Kumar, Mumtaz Shanti [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qNj6eh1PcQ] 7. Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si - Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi - Kishore Kumar, Madhubala [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBKA3g8WTuE] 8. Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya - Mughal-e-Azam - Dilip Kumar, Madhubala [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Xif0evTuVk]

7. Royal Lineage: Maharani Jind Kaur, Bamba, and Sophia (and Duleep Singh)

Driven by the strength of their royal bloodline and their indomitable will, their tales span continents, cultures, and three generations. They navigated a world dominated by men, where their lineage intertwined with colonial politics, love, and rebellion. Today, we unravel the captivating tales of Maharani Jind Kaur, Bamba Müller, and Sophia Duleep Singh. Join us as we journey from the palaces of Lahore to the aristocratic halls of London, discovering secrets, challenges, and the unwavering spirit of these remarkable women. Duleep Singh: The Last Sikh Maharaja Bamba Müller – A Victorian Cinderella Story Sophia Duleep Singh: The Indian Princess Who Fought For Women's Rights

6. Haunting Mystery at The Savoy

We are travelling to a town where its cobblestone streets reverberate with echoes of whispered legends, and one such murderous legend is said to have been the inspiration for Agatha Christie's first novel. Join me as we travel back in time to Mussoorie. The Mysterious Victorian Murder Mystery That Inspired Agatha Christie [https://thecrimewire.com/multifarious/the-mysterious-victorian-murder-mystery-that-inspired-agatha-christie] Murder at The Savoy [https://www.telegraphindia.com/culture/style/murder-at-the-savoy/cid/1550005]