'Mallu' is not only an acronym for all the Malhotras of the world but it is also a euphemism for all thoroughbred 'malayalees' like me. As everyone is aware, there's no place on this earth that does not have a mallu. Mallus have this peculiar quality in that they're the best workers - and in any profession, mind you - outside the state of Kerala. But within the state, they seem to get demonised and overcome with extreme negativity that it's too hot to handle them! No wonder then that someone has rightfully summarised the situation as, 'God's own country with devil's own people'.
The mallus must be lauded for their lasting contributions to the society and mankind, in particular - in the form of the 'lungi' and the 'nightie'. In fact, they can easily be converted into a form of national attire! The height at which a lungi is hitched up or 'half masted as per popular perception' is directly proportional to the belligerance or the militancy of the wearer! And the wearing of the nightie by our womenfolk defies time and etiquette - comfort and practicality seem to be the guiding factors for its extensive use!!
But whatever said and done, a mallu who has accepted you as his leader can be yours for life and his work will, invariably, be of an exceptionally top order.
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