Mimlu Sen facts for kids
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Mimlu Sen
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| মিমলু সেন | |
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Sen in 2007
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| Born | 1949 |
| Nationality | Indian |
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| Years active | -present |
| Movement | Naxalite movement |
| Spouse(s) | Paban Das Baul |
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| Genres | Baul music, folk-fusion |
| Labels | Fonti Musicali |
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Mimlu Sen, born in 1949, is a talented Indian author, translator, musician, composer, and producer. She is known for her creative work and her partnership with the famous Baul musician Paban Das Baul.
Mimlu Sen's first book, Baulsphere, came out in 2009. The next year, it was published as The Honey Gatherers. This book shares her exciting adventures in the countryside of Bengal.
She works closely with her partner, Paban Das Baul, on all his music recordings. Mimlu also performs with his group and helps manage their concert tours around the world. In 2002, she helped create a Bengali song album called Le Chant Des Bauls - Manuche O Rautan. This album featured Paban Das Baul, Gour Khyapa, and Nimai Goswami.
Early Life and Activism
Mimlu Sen was born in Shillong, a city in Meghalaya, India. She grew up and studied in Kolkata during the 1960s and 1970s.
During this time, she was very active in social movements. She took part in street protests, speaking out against the Vietnam War. Mimlu Sen also supported the Naxalite movement, which aimed for social and economic fairness in India. Her involvement in these protests showed her strong belief in making the world a better place.
Her Books and Music
Mimlu Sen's writing often explores interesting cultures and traditions. Her book The Honey Gatherers gives readers a look into rural Bengal. It shares stories and experiences from her travels there.
As a musician, Mimlu Sen helps create and produce music. She is involved in Baul music, which is a special kind of folk music from Bengal. Baul music often includes deep spiritual messages. She also works on folk-fusion music, which mixes traditional sounds with modern styles.
