The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
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The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
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In this episode of The Literature Lounge Podcast, Mohua Chinappa is in conversation with Sharmishtha Mukherjee — author, former politician, and daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee. Her memoir Pranab, My Father: A Daughter Remembers traces her emotional journey through his personal diaries, discovered after his passing. As she pieced together his private reflections, Sharmishtha not only found healing but also uncovered the values, vulnerabilities, and legacy of a towering public figure seen through the most intimate lens that of a daughter.
Why This Episode Matters:
This episode goes beyond politics to explore the tender human side of legacy. While Indira Gandhi’s mentorship shaped Pranab Mukherjee’s political career, his personal philosophies of humility, inclusivity, and unity deeply shaped Sharmishtha’s worldview. Her reflections illuminate the complexity of reconciling public stature with private grief, and how letting go of pain can be an act of profound strength. This conversation is not just about a father and daughter — it is about finding healing in truth, and holding on to love while letting go of loss.
Pranab & The Private Legacy: What You’ll Learn:
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Sharmishtha Mukherjee: https://www.amazon.in/PRANAB-MY-FATHER-Daughter-Remembers/dp/9357026827
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Indira Gandhi, Nehru–Gandhi family, Sharmistha Mukherjee, Pranab Mukherjee
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