1. Brown Girl Therapy
Sahaj, the driving force behind @browngirltherapy, is all about changing how mental health is seen in the South Asian community. She zeroes in on the challenges faced by children of immigrants, offering vital tools and a safe space for anyone wrestling with generational baggage or figuring out who they are culturally. Her book, But What Will People Say?, dives straight into the pressures society heaps on us and how they mess with our heads—it’s a real, uplifting read for anyone dealing with that kind of weight.
2. Sonia Kang
Sonia Kang, a British South Asian artist, rediscovered her love for painting during the 2020 lockdown. Her bold, colourful pieces pull from her travels, her everyday life, and artists like Van Gogh, all mixed with her own cultural spin. Her work is a vibrant shoutout to her roots and her growth as an artist, bringing a fresh take to South Asian creativity.
3. Dose of Travel Club
Dose of Travel Club is this cool setup where South Asians can travel as a crew, connecting with people who get it and making memories that hit deep. It’s perfect for anyone who’s felt out of place on the road and craves a tighter bond with their culture while exploring.
4. Prasenjit Das Rishabh
@Rishabhad grabs vintage royal portraits and flips them into something new with sharp styling, makeup, and creative flair. He’s blending the past and present in a way that shakes things up and gives you a whole new angle on cultural vibes with this project.
5. Bungalow Collective (NYC Based)
Bungalow Collective
Bungalow Collective is a New York-based hub for South Asian diaspora artists. It’s a space where creatives can tell their stories, link up with others, and push boundaries—celebrating diversity and putting culture front and centre in the art world.
6. The Far Field by Madhuri Vijay
The Far Field digs into identity and feeling out of place, set against India’s messy social and political scene. It’s a heavy, eye-opening trip through self-discovery and the push-pull of belonging—definitely worth picking up if you’re sorting through what it means to fit in today.
