read

Mallika Dua shows off her latest book, ‘The Lost Spells’

She showcases the book by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris while tagging faceless influencer Sam Red

Indian comedian, actress and writer Mallika Dua, known for her hilarious jokes, out-of-the-box thinking and relatable content, shared a post that reveals another side of her. She is seen holding a book, The Lost Spells, written by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris. While there’s nothing out of the ordinary about that, she took it a step further by tagging the faceless influencer Sam Red in her caption, writing, “Reading your mind and casting a spell on you @itssamred.” Many of her followers commented on her post, asking to meet the mysterious profile that recently joined Instagram.

As for the read, The Lost Spells is a beautifully crafted collection of nature-themed poems and illustrations, designed to reconnect readers with the natural world. Each ‘spell’ celebrates a different animal or plant using lyrical language and vivid art to evoke wonder and raise awareness of species at risk of being forgotten. The book serves both as a celebration of nature’s beauty and a gentle reminder of the importance of conservation.

— Urvashi Bhattacharya