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HT City Delhi Junction offers multiple events on May 7, 2025, including a Dhrupad recital, Sufi night, comedy show, and art exhibition across Delhi-NCR venues. Free entry for most events at various locations like Triveni Kala Sangam, IIC, and The Claridges.
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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Your playlist reveals a lot about you
Whether you're swaying to soulful Sufi, headbanging to rock, humming along to pop, or losing yourself in the intricacies of classical or hip hop, your music choices are far more than mere background noise. Your go-to genres could well be a window into your personality, emotions, and state of mind. On World Music Day, experts weigh in on what your listening habits might be telling you about you. Your playlist reflects your personality There's no one-size-fits-all rule, but certain genres are often tied to common personality traits. 'Heavy genres may appeal to those in emotionally intense life phases,' expresses Kiara Jain, a lifestyle coach, adding, 'Whereas instrumental music may be preferred by people who are more agreeable and calm. Pop fans, on the other hand, are often highly social and extroverted.' Supporting this view and citing a 2020 Delhi University study, Kshama Dwivedi, a Bhopal-based psychologist, says, 'Extroverts frequently favour fast-paced, high-energy music like Bollywood or Punjabi tunes, while introverts lean towards softer, more introspective sounds like ghazals, classical music, or instrumentals.' The psychology behind musical choices From soothing ghazals to bold rock anthems, the music we choose says far more about us than we often realise. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Kshama adds, 'It can reflect our emotional states, social selves, internal struggles, and phases of life… The tunes we choose are also influenced by our mood — uplifting beats when we're low, mellow tracks when we wish to reflect.' The experts state that sad music doesn't always intensify sadness—it can help people process complex emotions. Listening to sad songs isn't merely a passive experience; it can be a therapeutic one… Research in music therapy shows that sad music can provide emotional release, validation, and even comfort, especially when people struggle to express those emotions outwardly Saarika R, a psychologist A 2019 study from IIT Bombay suggests that listening to melancholic music can boost emotional well-being. It provides emotional support and a sense of understanding Kshama Dwivedi, a psychologist Music reflects the mind A carefully curated playlist can lift your spirits, offer emotional comfort, and even reveal key aspects of your personality. 'Music holds a unique power to evoke emotion, memory, and healing,' says Saarika R, a Bangalore-based psychologist. Explaining it further, she shares, 'From a psychological perspective, our listening patterns — whether it's playing the same track on repeat or curating late-night playlists — can offer deep insight into our mental state and emotional needs. ' According to Saarika, repetition in music listening is often linked to emotional resonance. 'When individuals return to a particular song, they are often reconnecting with the emotions tied to it. This is especially evident in how nostalgic tunes — like the Doordarshan jingle or the Hamara Bajaj ad — can transport a listener back in time, allowing them to momentarily relive past versions of themselves,' she adds. Changing playlists reflect a changing you As we grow, our music preferences shift, often reflecting internal changes. 'Shifts in music preference can reflect changes in life stages, personality, or emotional growth,' Saarika explains. 'A transition from high-energy music to more introspective genres may indicate a psychological shift — perhaps a period of reflection, healing, or maturity.' Kiara Jain, lifestyle coach, agrees. 'When a teenager is in their rebel phase, aggressive lyrics in hip hop or rap may help them form their identity. As they grow older, they may prefer the softer tones of country or jazz, which suit their calmer lifestyle.' Your social life shapes your soundtrack While personality plays a key role, our social surroundings and upbringing also shape musical preferences. Kiara shares, 'Our environment plays an important role. Cultural expectations around being mature may lead people to opt for instrumental music in public, while privately their taste may be entirely different.' Friendship and peer groups, too, can influence our playlists. 'If a friend introduces you to a particular genre and constantly listens to it, you may end up developing a taste for it as well,' Kiara adds. WHAT RESEARCH STUDIES REVEAL - A study of 70,000 people across 36 countries found that shared music preferences reflect personality traits and enhance romantic compatibility, especially among empathetic and open individuals - 'Music at the very beginning stages of dating or meeting someone can help the 'getting to know you' process,' says David Greenberg, a research associate at the University of Cambridge, to The Guardian - According to a three-part study conducted a few years ago, close to 75% of listeners believe their Spotify Wrapped or Apple Music Replay reflects their personality, with many viewing it as a digital diary and even factoring it into dating decisions. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- New Indian Express
Romancing the Mango: Chef Sadaf Hussain's mango-centric dinner at Bazm-e-Aam celebrates India's beloved fruit
As monsoon clouds begin to hover over the capital, summer is slowly retreating. Despite the scorch of the past few weeks, there's one thing Delhiites still await with childlike anticipation: mangoes. From Alphonso and Banginapalli (Safeda) to blushing Raspuri, mangoes arrive across India like edible postcards of summer. But beyond fragrance and flavour, mango season tugs at childhood memories — of climbing trees and grandparents waiting with plates full of mango slices dipped in salt, chilli, and oil. To celebrate this nostalgia, Delhi-based Kashkol Collective's Bazm-e-Aam at IIC, offered an evening of poetry, dastangoi, music, and a mango feast curated by chef and author Sadaf Hussain. 'Everyone has a childhood memory with mango,' says Hussain. For him, summers meant endless mangoes at his grandparents' home in Sasaram, Bihar. He recalls eating mango mixed with rice and dal — a combo that reminded him of Thailand's mango sticky rice, 'but desi-style, though I didn't love it,' he laughs.
News18
2 days ago
- News18
Who Will Be Evicted Next In The Traitors? Sufi Motiwala Hints At Major Drama
Last Updated: Sufi Motiwala warned that similar to Raj Kundra and Karan Kundrra's evictions, more shocking eliminations are predicted in future episodes Reality show The Traitors, hosted by Karan Johar, debuted on Prime Video on June 12 with three captivating episodes. The nerve-wracking challenges and an array of celebrity candidates have left viewers excited to see how the twists unfold. Sufi Motiwala, also a contestant, revealed some major spoilers about what to expect ahead in the show. The first few episodes saw two major evictions- Raj Kundra and Karan Kundrra. In his latest conversation with Pinkvilla, Sufi Motiwala warned that similar to these evictions, more shocking eliminations are predicted in future episodes. He said, 'Spoiler alert, you are not ready for episode 5 and episode 6. Those eliminations are the real gags." He added, 'Episodes 5, 6 and 8 are the episodes to look forward to. One contestant also gets a funeral. It happens in either 5th, 6th or 8th episodes." In the same interview, Sufi also commented on Karan Kundrra's elimination. Sufi felt that the actor deserved to remain in the competition. He explained that Karan was innocent but had been questioned by others. Sufi revealed that Kundrra was overwhelmed and couldn't defend himself during the expulsion. He further shared, 'When Karan's eviction was happening, there was also a technical malfunction that happened, which resulted in him not really being able to speak his whole part. This resulted in him not taking a stand for himself." Moreover, speaking about taking part in the show, Sufi stated that he was unprepared for his interview on The Traitors because he had not before seen the show's structure. He expressed surprise when he received confirmation that he would be joining the show. He was later eager to be a part of The Traitors, which he described as different from Big Brother or Bigg Boss. The Traitors, shot at the majestic Hotel Suryagarh in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer, brings together 20 well-known figures from the entertainment industry for a game of deception, strategy, and survival. The reality television show has a unique premise in which contestants are separated into two competing factions: faithful players and hidden 'Traitors' (also known as Mafias). First Published:
