India, Nov. 19 -- In a city obsessed with launches, parties, and pop-ups, a calmer revolution is taking shape, one that swaps loud music for big ideas. People gather in bars and cafes to exchange in meaningful sessions conducted by experts. The Society of Intellectuals (SOI) in Mumbai and Pune is one such group getting viral for organising meaningful sessions with like-minded people over a glass of wine.

The SOI aims to create an environment of deep and intellectual discussions by inviting people to come and attend a lecture or discussion on various topics ranging from a soldier's view of life behind the headlines to how stories shape meaning and creativity. Usually held in a cool pub or cafe, these meet-ups offer food with thought.

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