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Arundhati Roy's Kolkata Visit: Memoir, Motherhood, and Music
16 Jan
Summary
- Roy shared intimate details about her memoir and her mother's complex personality.
- The event featured a reading from her book, followed by a musical performance.
- Hundreds of fans waited patiently for book signings, highlighting her enduring popularity.
Arundhati Roy made a rare appearance in Kolkata, drawing a large and appreciative audience. She engaged in an intimate conversation with filmmaker Shohini Ghosh, her close friend, delving into themes from her memoir, "Mother Mary Comes to Me." Roy candidly shared anecdotes about her mother, educationist and activist Mary Roy, portraying her as a complex figure who was "both my shelter and my storm."
Roy reflected on her childhood and her relationship with her parents, including her Bengali father. The session, hosted by the Kalam Club, culminated with the author reading excerpts from her book. This was followed by a musical rendition of The Beatles' "Let It Be," a song that inspired the book's title.
The evening concluded with hundreds of fans lining up for book signings. The atmosphere was one of deep respect and affection, as the city showed its enduring love for its celebrated writer, creating a memorable night of literature, music, and shared connection.
