What I watch online: Agrani Thakuri Jha

Production designer Agrani Thakuri Jha finds a diverse range of online content useful for both relaxation and professional development. Her viewing habits reflect a blend of personal enjoyment and a commitment to staying current in her field.

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I love watching light-hearted/feel-good movies and series after a long, fruitful period on set, just to recalibrate.

For light-hearted entertainment, Jha enjoys "When Life Gives You Tangerines" for its feel-good portrayal of life's ups and downs. She also turns to comedies like "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and "Cunk on Earth" as mindless background noise while doing chores or eating, finding them a good way to "have a laugh" during routine tasks.

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I switch between ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Cunk on Earth’ to have a laugh while also getting my household chores done and eating.

Professionally, Jha actively seeks out video essays on filmmaking and production design to stay updated in her role. She also engages with content from "Art Prof," which offers structured discussions on visual art education, and "Kurzgesagt - In A Nutshell," known for its concise explanations of complex topics about the universe. These resources help her "take a deep dive into the fundamentals and nurture critical thinking."

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To stay up to date with my job as a production designer, I go through a lot of video essays on filmmaking and production design.

Reflecting on her childhood, Jha mentions the animated series "Atashinchi," a slice-of-life comedy about a Japanese family, which she used to watch on Nickelodeon. This series remains a comforting memory, representing a simpler time.

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The videos are structured and serious, and a good watch if you want to take a deep dive into the fundamentals and nurture critical thinking in visual art.