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Tillotama Shome's Old Bus Pass Sparks Nostalgic Trip Down Memory Lane

Actress Tillotama Shome recently rediscovered her old Delhi Transport Corporation bus pass from 2001, sending her on a nostalgic journey. She recalled a moment during her first trip abroad to Venice for "Monsoon Wedding," where she was so rooted in her Delhi reality that she zoned out thinking about the bus pass while eating Japanese food. The incident highlights how one can feel deeply connected to their origins despite physical distance. Shome also recently emphasized finding happiness in simple family time and small domestic pleasures.

Key Points: Tillotama Shome Finds Old DTC Bus Pass, Recalls Venice Trip

  • Found 2001 bus pass
  • Memory of first overseas trip
  • Trance during Japanese meal
  • Reflection on roots
  • Value of simple family joys
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Tillotama Shome's old DTC bus pass takes her back to her roots

Actress Tillotama Shome shares a nostalgic story about finding her 2001 DTC bus pass, triggering memories of her first trip abroad to Venice.

"I was wondering when my DTC bus pass expires. - Tillotama Shome"

Mumbai, April 11

Actress Tillotama Shome recently came across her old DTC bus pass, which took her down memory lane.

The 'Sir' actress recalled her trip to Venice, when she went out for some Japanese food with her friends.

However, as she took her first bite, she suddenly fell into a trance. When asked what had happened, she said that she was wondering when her DTC pass expires.

The incident reminded Tillotama how one can remain extremely rooted despite being so far away from their reality.

Sharing the incident in her own words, the 'Shadowbox' actress wrote, "My mother recently found my old DTC bus pass from 2001. A heady year for me. Some context about this bus pass. I sat on a plane and took my first flight outside India to Venice, thanks to @pagliji Monsoon wedding. On this most giddying overseas trip, Mira took us all to a Japanese restaurant. I knew everything about Japanese food , but only from books. I had never actually tasted anything. As I bit into my very first golden fried tempura, I went into a trance.Mira called me out of it and asked me what I was thinking. I replied " I was wondering when my DTC bus pass expires". Everyone on the table laughed with sweet bewilderment. (sic)"

"How far I had travelled from my reality. And I was just as happy to go back to it. My roots. My parents, belief in our potential was the real wind, even though the reality was far from ideal," the post concluded.

In the meantime, Tillotama decided to spend some quality time with her family members in February this year, taking some time off from her hectic work commitments.

While at home, Tillotama found happiness in some small pleasures of life, such as sleeping on the mattress, having heart-to-heart conversations with her loved ones, endless sessions of tea and coffee, along with some delicious cakes.

- IANS

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Rohit P
DTC bus pass from 2001! That's a proper Delhi relic. Takes me back to my college days, squeezing into those crowded buses. Simpler times. Her story is a lovely reminder to stay grounded.
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Aman W
While the sentiment is nice, I feel the article is a bit too focused on a single, fleeting thought from years ago. It's a sweet anecdote, but maybe not deep enough for a full news piece? Just my two paise.
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Sarah B
As someone living abroad, this hits home. You can be at the fanciest restaurant, but your mind wanders to the most mundane things from back home. It's a universal immigrant experience, beautifully told.
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Vikram M
Heartwarming story. It's the small, everyday things – bus passes, endless chai sessions – that truly define our connection to home and family. More power to artists who remember where they came from.
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Kavya N
"The real wind was our parents' belief in our potential" – that line got me. So true for so many of us. Our achievements are built on their sacrifices and faith. Lovely read with my morning coffee ☕.

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