Femina Magazine - December 2023

In this issue

Who doesn’t love Vicky Kaushal? He’s known to be one of the finest actors in India, and not just of his generation. Vicky helms our men’s issue, in a month where he takes on the role of the legendary Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, who served as the Chief of Army Staff in the ’70s, in the film Sam Bahadur. The actor went through extraordinary lengths to portray a larger-than-life figure, one who has gone down in our history books. Looking at the early reviews and reactions, the country agrees, given the overwhelmingly positive response. If you’re interested to know about the man behind the actor, his process, and how he manages his career, flip over to the cover story. It’s a fantastic read.

Our Big Story has us rounding up men who are doing extraordinary things in a variety of avenues. Philanthropists, actors, pop culture stalwarts, artistes, entrepreneurs, industrialists – look at this as a curated round-up, and not a list. Our Beauty and Fashion pages are here to serve you an assembly of trends. We’re focusing on the scents that one should check out. We also bring out fashion trends reportto always keep you in the loop.

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THE STORY OF ONE MR. KAUSHAL

VICKY KAUSHAL IS ONE OF THE FINEST ACTORS ON SCREEN TODAY, WINNING BOTH CRITICAL AND MASS ACCLAIM. BUT, AS HE TELLS SHILPA DUBEY, HE LIKES TO ACT ONLY FOR THE CAMERA, PERIOD

10 mins

THE MEN WE LOVE!

Actors. Entrepreneurs. Sportspersons. Singers. Musicians. Chefs. Filmmakers. Designers. Influencers. And many more... Femina's Men's Special for 2023 is a celebration of the people who effortlessly blend style and substance, evolving into bona fide icons. This is our toast to the ones who have not only defined the essence of cool but become the very embodiment of it...

10+ mins

THE SCENT OF A MAN

Sexy, sporty or masculine - there's a lot a fragrance can say about and for you. Karen Alfonso lists some of the best perfumes out there

1 min

CHARTING THE PATH FOR SUCCESS AND DIVINITY

UNDER THE DYNAMIC AND VISIONARY LEADERSHIP OF PM NARENDRA MODI, UTTAR PRADESH CM YOGI ADITYANATH HAS PROUDLY CELEBRATED DEEPOTSAV AND MADE IT A GLOBAL CULTURAL PHENOMENA. HIS IMMACULATE ATTENTION TO DETAILS AND COMMITMENT TO MAKE THE DEEPOTSAV AN ICONIC SYMBOL OF AYODHYA ONCE AGAIN WON HEARTS OF THE ENTIRE NATION AND DEVOTEES ACROSS THE GLOBE, THIS YEAR. THE EVENT FEATURED CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS BY ARTISTS FROM 21 STATES, 11 TABLEAUS, AND RAMLEELA PERFORMANCES BY ARTISTS FROM RUSSIA, SRI LANKA, SINGAPORE AND NEPAL! THE SPLENDOUR OF THE SEVENTH EDITION OF DEEPOTSAV IN AYODHYA WAS BROADCASTED LIVE IN OVER 100 COUNTRIES, WITH DIPLOMATS FROM 54 NATIONS GRACING THE FESTIVAL

7 mins

INFEARLESS PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE

LIVA Miss Diva Universe 2023 SHWETA SHARDA, who represented India at Miss Universe 2023, has a candid chat with Kalwyna Rathod about her dreams and aspirations

3 mins

COOKING FROM THE HEART

Chef RANVEER BRAR believes in keeping it authentic and simple. In this candid chat with Shraddha Kamdar, he traces his relationship with food from childhood, and talks about his comfort zone and the ethos behind his latest restaurant

4 mins

A TREAT FROM DOWN UNDER

Shraddha Kamdar spends time with with former MasterChef Australia judges Chefs GARY MEHIGAN and GEORGE CALOMBARIS and food critic and writer MATT PRESTON and comes away with a newfound ability to adapt to cooking, and have fun while doing it

6 mins

COMING INTO HIS OWN

Chef RAHUL GOMES PEREIRA, aka Chef Picu, runs successful restaurants across India. He talks to Ravina M Sachdev about his time in the industry

2 mins

OLD, NEW, DELICIOUS

VERONICA'S in Bandra, Mumbai, is your neighbourhood, all-day sandwich shop and deli

2 mins

LATIN HOT!

Experience the essence of Latin America at LOS CAVOS, Mumbai

1 min

BITE INTO AN ALIEN FRUIT

Prachi Rijhwani lists unusual fruits you need to try at least once

2 mins

Get Mixing!

Pursue Seltzers' new Elderflower and Yuzu flavour has floral and slightly sweet elderflower, with a subtle earthiness, while the Japanese yuzu is a unique citrus fruit with a distinct character.

1 min

SUSTAINABILITY MEETS SAFETY!

Salt looks at oral hygiene as a gesture of self-love. The brand's mouthwashes come in four categories, namely Savant (gum protection in chamomile mint), Hydra (anti-sensitivity in saffron), Balance (alkaline probiotic pH neutralisation in honey), and Hyaluronic (remineralisation in aqua mint).

1 min

HYDRATION IS THE KEY!

Chosen's Peptide Therapy Intense Repair Crème is a multifunctional moisturiser designed to rejuvenate and revitalise your skin.

1 min

Transform Your Hair

Redken's Acidic Bonding Concentrate Intensive Treatment promises to give you smooth hair instantly.

1 min

COACHING FOR SUCCESS

RAJIV TALREJA, founder of Quantum Leap, talks to Ravina M Sachdev about failing and finding his calling

2 mins

Free Yourself With Fashion

While it's important to establish a fashion comfort zone, it is also crucial to redefine and adapt your style as you grow and change.

2 mins

BRING GOOD ENERGY INTO YOUR HOME

Introduce feng shui decor items into your home to bring good energy.

2 mins

HITTING THE HIGHS IN HOCKEY

He comes from Manipur, the land of football, but SHANGLAKPAM NILAKANTA SHARMA has big hockey dreams, he tells Kayal Arivalan

1 min

NURTURING MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH

In today's fast-paced world, men can adopt age-old practices to navigate the complexities of modern life and prioritise mental wellbeing.

2 mins

FLYING HIGH

NEERAJ SHAH and his vision of taking his brand ahead

1 min

UP THE MALE GROOMING GAME

Here's the guide to a skincare routine that every man can incorporate into his daily life for healthier and more radiant skin.

2 mins

Style For This Shaadi Season

Getting ready for the year-end wedding season? These styling tips will help you make the most of your ethnic wear wardrobe.

1 min

STEP UP YOUR MAN'S STYLE GAME

Build up the perfect shoe collection with these five must-have styles for the modern man, writes Kayal Arivalan

1 min

STRIKING A CHORD

SID SRIRAM speaks with Kayal Arivalan about embarking on a musical odyssey that transcends borders and genres

2 mins

Signs And Symptoms To Watch Out For

Being aware of these warning signs can help men prioritise their health and wellbeing, writes Kayal Arivalan

2 mins

BUILDING THE WORLD'S MOST POWERFUL ORGANIZATIONS AND LEADERS

F. Gerald Arun Dass (GAD) is a Global Strategic Advisor and Business Growth Consultant to Fortune 500 companies. He is the founder of GADS Leadership Foundation, Asia's #1 Business Consulting & Leadership Coaching Firm

1 min

FIND BURMA ON A PLATE IN BENGALURU

Make new food discoveries at Burma Burma at Forum Rex Walk, Bengaluru

2 mins

Your Smart Companion

The Luna Ring from Noise is a smart ring with sleep, readiness, and activity scores.

1 min

Gear Up For Adventures

Crafted with cutting-edge technology and craftsmanship, Woodland's monsoon collection (ready for the Northwest monsoon) promises to help you navigate wet and muddy terrains with ease and confidence.

1 min

WEARABLE ELEGANCE

Give the men in your life sophisticated style with Kicky & Perky's Veritas Timeless Relic Men's Collection.

1 min

BUILDING A LEGACY

With a vision to emerge as the most trusted name in the Global Business Platform, The group of companies led by Ramanjaneyulu Javvaji is committed to creating a happy and healthy India through their stunning array of offerings starting from Dairy, Real Estate, Construction, Retail Stores, Organic Products and Entertainment.

2 mins

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