I have had the good fortune of meeting and accompanying the Reality Bites team for sometime. It was during the height of violence in Gujarat in early 2002. I admit that it was one of the most enriching experiences of my life, one that I will cherish forever.
Reality Bites or for that matter NDTV, is one of the beacons of hope for journalism. A lot has already been written about Barkha Dutt and she most certainly deserves the accolades. However, it is the persistent and focussed effort of the entire team that produces such a fine product of screen. The camera person, producer and Barkha herself resemble zombies towards the end of a production. But their unfailing passion for journalism keeps them going.
Reality Bites is one of the finest products on television today, not just because of the content or the anchor...but also because it exudes hope even after some of the most horrendous events.