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Deepa Kunapuli

I'm an Internet whiz kid with an eye for the good stuff. I'm looking for exciting and fun things on the Internet that can inspire people to make the world a better place for all of us, not just some of us. I'm a political junkie, storyteller, feminist, and pop culture addict — follow my thoughts du jour on Twitter or join me on Facebook.

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Watch a hilarious actress shut down people's body-shaming comments about her outfits.

Indian-American actress, producer, and writer Mindy Kaling gets called a lot of things, but "brave" shouldn't be one of them, according to her. She talks to Jimmy Kimmel about backhanded compliments on her weight and why she chooses to wear the clothes she does. Then she gives us a bit of realtalk about how amazing her job and career are so we don't need to pity "Mindy Kaling the sea monster" (if the tabloids had their way!).

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Fashion model Geena Rocero's coming-out story brought tears to my eyes — her struggles and ultimate triumph are the reasons she's such a strong advocate for transgender rights. You'll have to watch the whole thing to see why she chose this moment to tell the world her truth, but I'm so glad she did. Thanks to women like Geena, I'm learning more about how to be a good ally.

The best part of Hari Kondabolu's comedy is that he takes what might seem like mundane observations and infuses them with a sense of racial consciousness. TL;DR: He helps illustrate what Life While Brown is like through his comedic timing and political commentary. Check out his first appearance on "The Late Show With David Letterman," where he tells a story about getting into a cab in New York City and how some people might be confused about math and race.

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Traditional Indian wedding ads ask for "fair and wheatish complexions," and are one of the primary reasons that the skin-lightening industry is booming. I was pleasantly surprised to see this bridal jewelry ad showing a darker-skinned, previously married woman getting remarried, especially in a culture that values virginal and fair brides. I hope this ad signifies the next wave of social progress for women in India.

It was a sad day for the LGBT community and activists worldwide when the Supreme Court of India ruled to uphold Section 377 of the penal code, which criminalizes homosexuality. Indians in India and abroad opposed this ruling, which leaves many people in fear of harassment and, worse, punishment by the law. I give Bollywood actor Imran Khan a thumbs up for his clever answers and for helping to educate people on what it means to be tolerant.

If you're a woman and have been in a public place, chances are you've been the recipient of an unwanted leer or stare from a guy. Sometimes the staring turns into more. One year after Nirbhaya, a young girl in Delhi, was brutally raped on a bus, this Mumbai film school released a video highlighting the harassment and unwanted attention women face while just trying to go about their day. It's meant to start a conversation about what empowerment for women looks like. This problem isn't unique to India, but it's definitely a place to start the conversation.

Deepa Kunapuli

Watch a hilarious actress shut down people's body-shaming comments about her outfits.

At The Height Of Her Success, This Model Chose To Share A Very Private Affair With Us

A comedian goes on late-night TV and blows up our idea of what race means.

In America, Having A Blended Family Isn't A Big Deal. For This Woman In India, It's Huge.

When America's Sweetheart Asks Us To Stop Using This Word, Should We Listen?

I Love This Bollywood Star's Approach To Dealing With Questions About What Being Gay Means

This Ad From India Shows Men Exactly How Creepy They Are When They Stare At Women On The Street

The Monkees' acapella Christmas song shows they weren't just funny, they could sing, too

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Dad and daughter relationships, as explained by 10 paintings.

Video of husband realizing his wife's stocking went unfilled for 10 years has moms talking

She fell in love with endangered porpoises at age 7. Now, she's on a mission to save the ocean.

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