Confessions

Confessions of a Bribe Taker

Open

“I never demand a bribe, I just verbally quote my price. If they give me something less, I take it without complaining.”

Confessions of an Intelligence Officer

Open

“Criminals will do anything to compromise a good officer. These days, they call TV channels, even help them do stings.”

Confessions of a War Photojournalist

arindam

“There is intense rivalry among photographers and getting the better picture faster than the guy next to you is important”

Confessions of a Census Enumerator

arindam

“Now, even people who live in slums are aware of the Census. They are taking it seriously and ask us when they will get their identity cards.”

Confessions of an Air Stewardess

arindam

“On international flights, it is common for people to make out under blankets. We must tell them to stop as it might offend someone.”

Confessions of a Bomb Squad Policeman

arindam

“We never know the composition of a bomb and recent blasts have shown that in every case, the ingredients are different. We can’t go... presuming every bomb has RDX.”

Confessions of a Fashion Photographer

arindam

“A film star may not always look great or be in a good mood. It’s up to the photographer to use lighting, make-up to ensure the shot looks great.”

Confessions of a Chartered Accountant

arindam

“The CA makes nameless, faceless people credit-worthy, and credit-worthy individuals go off the tax radar. It’s creatively satisfying, and I laugh all the way to the bank.”

Confessions of a Retouch Artist

arindam

“We eliminate skin defects, open closed eyes, fix dental abnormalities, remove tattoos, remove unwanted pounds from cheeks, neck, and jowls...”

Confessions of a Mango Trader

arindam

“Mangoes need heat to ripen. That is why they are kept in hay. Calcium carbide generates heat, hastening the ripening process when the weather is not warm enough.”