“Half-filled pots splash more” is the literal translation of a Hindi expression suggesting that those who make the most noise have the least worth noticing. Another Hindi idiom translates literally as “who saw a peacock dance in the woods?” In other words, even something worthy requires publicity if it’s going to be acknowledged. This is part of a complete episode.
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