Femina Magazine - February 2024

In this issue

For this month of love, our cover star is a woman we love! The iconic Raveena Tandon! She’s truly funny, a consummate professional, and as stunning in real life as she is on reels. Don’t miss our cover story where she lets you into her world, her personal space, her thoughts, and emotions.

The Big Story has women and young girls from all over India… who love deeply. They love the planet, they love people, they love themselves – and they put all that love to great use and effect change!

Fashion and Beauty are joyous, colourful sections with delightful stories on self-care products and conversations with designers on what they truly love making.

All this and more in this lovely issue! Grab your copy today!

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE

From singing Kabhi Linking Road on the streets of Mumbai in her debut film Patthar Ke Phool to playing a ruthless character in her latest web series, Karmma Calling, RAVEENA TANDON has covered a spectrum of characters in her long, storied career. In this candid chat with Shraddha Kamdar, she shares her process of choosing roles, her inhibitions, and how life has changed for her in the recent past

10 mins

IN LOVE WE BELIEVE

Yes, we are in the month that epitomises love. This Big Story, too, tells tales of all-encompassing passions for the planet, for humankind... Our world, our bodies and our hearts need some TLC, and we're proud to celebrate these women who are concerned with everything from climate change and composting to keeping women front and centre

10+ mins

THE LOVE LEXICON UPDATED

If there's one thing Gen Z loves, it's rewriting the relationship rule book! Ravina M Sachdev gets you updated

4 mins

HEART & SOUL

If you see Jungle on the line-up of any music festival anywhere in the world, you sign up immediately. Ambika Muttoo speaks to TOM MCFARLAND, one half of the iconic duo, on how on earth they create music that feels that good, and that free

6 mins

KICKING OFF

A fantastic action star who has dramatic prowess and comic timing too? JUSTIN CHIEN is all of this and more. Which is why Ambika Muttoo had to speak to him post his unforgettable TV show debut

6 mins

LIGHTS CAMERA, LOVESTRUCK!

SHARON D'SILVA CHANNELS HER INNER ROMANTIC TO BRING YOU LOVE LINES THAT WILL MAKE YOU GO \"YES, THIS!\" WITH WILD ABANDON

2 mins

Love Yourself First!

Self-care and self-love in parenting are like a life jacket; you need to prioritise yourself before looking after your children.

2 mins

REBOUND AND RISE

Kalwyna Rathod speaks to professionals who braved career setbacks and emerged successful

5 mins

SHAPING FUTURES WITH QUALITY EDUCATION

With a passion for progressive education, Dr Manjula Pooja Shroff, MD & CEO of Kalorex Group, leads by example, inspiring a culture of continuous learning

1 min

LOVE IS A TOTAL DRAMA QUEEN. BE PATIENT!

This is an open letter a lifeline extended to all those grappling with the challenging aftermath of a lost love.

3 mins

SLEEP TIGHT

Kalwyna Rathod puts together a list of accessories and gadgets that can help you get the rest you need each night

2 mins

LOUIS VUITION'S Y2K Nostalgia

The luxury leather goods brand has released its latest collection, LV Remix, which speaks to our ongoing obsession with the 2000s style.

1 min

LEADING WITH PASSION

Fashion loves recollections. There's something inarguably romantic about recalling details of past collections that were, at the time, unknown to anyone who worked outside the realms of creating them. For this portfolio, we asked Tarun Tahiliani, JJ Valaya, Namrata Joshipura and Varun Bahl - founder designers of eponymous labels, each with at least two decades of experience in the Indian fashion industry - to recall a collection that holds a special place in their life. Their answers reveal stories about works made with love.

3 mins

There's Something About Laura

LAURA MERCIER, one of the most sought-after makeup artists in the world, has successfully launched her eponymous brand in India. She talks to Karen Alfonso about her journey

3 mins

JUST BRAID IT!

Drop low buns; go for a double braid instead.

1 min

HOT RIGHT NOW

All things fresh and fun in the beauty space

1 min

"I represent India IN New York"

CHEF VIKAS KHANNA is a man of many flavours and interests, all of which he pursues with great passion.

4 mins

MARCHING TO MANY DIFFERENT BEATS

Jewellery designer and dancer IRISHA POONAWALLA is creating communities by bringing Latin beats to India.

2 mins

TROPICAL FUN

KYMA, the newly-opened all-day casual dining space in Pune's Kopa Mall, serves a mix of Asian and Mediterranean fare and great cocktails

1 min

DESI AT HEART

THE URBAN FOUNDRY, located at Balewadi High Street, Pune, serves stylishly-crafted drinks complemented by a unique food menu

1 min

BE AN ENERGISED RISER

Wake up early and energetic. Prachi Rijhwani tells you how

2 mins

ARE YOU BEING FIZZLED OUT?

Fizzling, in many ways, is worse than breaking up with someone over text

2 mins

Don't Abandon Those Resolutions Already!

Stick to your New Year's resolutions without breaking a sweat.

3 mins

THE GUIDE TO LIQUID GOLD

Tips and tricks to make great coffee.

2 mins

ELEVATE YOUR DINING EXPERIENCE

Kayal Arivalan brings you a guide to creating exceptional table settings for special occasions

1 min

GET SOCIAL!

Indulge in hyperlocal delights and iconic flavours at Kolkata's Park Street SOCIAL

1 min

A MOM-TO-BE'S NEW BEST FRIEND

GloMama has recently launched a new range of thoughtfully-crafted offerings from belly oil and nipple and lip butter to anti-nausea candles and pregnancy journal, targetted to meet the unique needs of pregnant women.

1 min

LOOK EFFORTLESSLY STYLISH

The Recode Silky Matte Mini Liquid Lipsticks promise to be weightless, with a creamy texture that glides on smoothly, leaving your lips with a featherlight feel, minimising the discomfort of dryness.

1 min

Your Go-To Beauty Companion

The MARS 4-in-1 Travel Brush is a versatile beauty tool designed for on-the-go convenience, offering a seamless transition between foundation application, powder touch-ups, precise eyeshadow blending, and flawless detailing.

1 min

FERTILITY IN THE TIME OF CANCER

Here are ways to navigate parenthood dreams even with a cancer diagnosis.

2 mins

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