Mastram is a legendary name in the world of Hindi erotic literature. He is a cult author of countless "dirty stories" that were sold as small booklets on railway stations and street corners for decades. His work has a similar "desi" (native) flavor and is a touchstone of India's underground erotic literary culture.

The traditional model—where the man earns, the woman cooks, and the grandparents rule—is evolving faster than ever.