Ranjan Mens Parlour

We have been here on Bhutnath Road for a while now. Most people in Kankarbagh know us just by the name Ranjan Mens Parlour. It is a simple place where men come to get their hair cut or a quick shave before work. We don't have fancy chairs or anything, but we keep the place clean. The mirrors are old but they do the job. My brother and I usually handle the customers. Sometimes it gets crowded on Sunday mornings, so people have to wait on the wooden bench outside. We talk about local news or whatever is on the radio. It's just a regular shop in Patna. We use basic tools, scissors, and razors that we keep sharp. People come here because they know what to expect. There is no loud music or anything distracting. Just the sound of scissors. We try to finish each person quickly so they can go about their day. It’s a small space, tucked away near the main road. If you live around here, you’ve probably walked past us a hundred times. We just focus on the hair and beard. Nothing more to it. We stay open until late evening most days. It’s hard work being on your feet, but we are used to it by now. The neighborhood has changed a lot, but we are still here in the same spot. We have a small fan that rattles a bit, but it keeps the air moving. I think people like the familiar feel of the place.