my life would have been so different if i hadn't met you. i thank you for all the moments we spent together at ofc, it all made me grow so much. there is such power in your quietness, i admire how you have been able to build your own world, how you have so carefully crafted it to be one that doesn't need any external observation to matter - it just does. very few people can actually master the art of holding space like that - in silence, in solitude, and with great patience.

you are a brilliant writer, creative director, and researcher - i hope wherever you go next you keep using these skills to thrive.

but in general, i hope you are able to win all the battles in life and in case you are ever in need of reinforcements, i'll be sure to send the cavalry your way.

feminist love and solidarity,

titash

It has been really wonderful working with you on our projects together and I have always enjoyed our conversations so much. I will fondly remember sharing tea with you in Mumbai and your competitive side (loved it!)

I really admire the structure and thoughtfulness you bring to everything you do and I have learned so much from watching how you organise and execute your work with such care and precision.

Thank you for supporting me in so many different areas of my work. Your guidance and encouragement meant a lot!

I'm wishing you all the very best as you move forward to the amazing things you'll be doing next.

Don't forget to share that Moonshine beach photo with me when you get a chance!

- Love Vaishali

Vandita x

I wish we could have known each other more, but maybe we will meet again on some other journey ❤️🌸

From the very first time we met, it felt like we were already friends. I remember wanting to keep walking around, talking with you- about films, the city, community, and feminist solidarity. The second time we met, I told you I was joining OFC, and I remember feeling so comforted knowing I already had a friend there. Seeing your face in those first few check-in calls made things feel less scary and more familiar.

I wish we'd had more chances to work closely together, and I wish I had more chances to learn from you. Still, in the moments we did share, you left such an imprint. You have a way of making people feel truly heard, seen, and understood.

I deeply admire your strength, your kindness, your sincerity, and the zest with which you embrace life. As I take the baton from you on some projects, I only hope to do them justice the way you did.

Thank you for being so easy to talk to, thank you for your generosity, and for always offering thoughtful, constructive feedback.

I wish you nothing but the very best in everything that lies ahead. I know you'll continue to brighten every space you step into and enrich the lives of those around you. I'll see you very soon!

Love,

Tanya <3

kuhoo