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TEQUILA & MEZCAL, THE NEW GIN

Every restaurant, every bar, every retail store, and every hotel is seriously upping their tequila game as we speak, and here is why

Fifty Shades of Shefali Shah

We all know her as the actor who can bring life to any role, but Shefali Shah takes pride in all the roles she plays in her life. She’s a writer, an artist, and a proud obsessive mom

The New Voices of EDM

The general perception of EDM has gone way beyond “just pressing a few keys” and “being loud”. While we are all familiar with the distinctly Indian swanky tunes of Nucleya and the high-on-energy beats of Zaeden, these upcoming voices in the Indian EDM scene might have flown under your radar

Audi Brings Its A Game With The New A4

The fifth generation Audi A4 might not be as powerful as the R8, or as off-road-capable as the Q5, or as luxurious as an A8, but it stands out for its all-round capability

ZEGNA'S #WHATMAKESAMAN JOURNEY

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ALI FAZAL IS MAKING RESOLUTIONS — AND STICKING TO THEM

With a heavy line up of Hollywood projects and his new role as co-producer in his own production house, Ali Fazal is taking big steps towards the life of his dreams

AADAR JAIN THE BOY-NEXT-DOOR TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2021

There’s a new camaraderie in town and this time, it’s Aadar Jain and a gorilla. Hello Charlie on Amazon Prime Video intends to make you laugh out loud, Jain tells MW, and opens up about the ensemble cast, the digital release of the film, and his bond with his co-stars

The Tough New Land Rover Defender 110

It is big, tough, and stylish. The new Defender is as happy steamrolling the regular tarmac as it is when flattening the most challenging off-road trail

Three Films That Make You Think

Three films to watch this month, if you haven’t already — two about the angst ridden private life of film-makers, and one about one man’s brutal solution to the stranglehold of caste hierarchies and feudalism that kept him down

The Volvo S60 is Slick, Efficient, and Luxurious

With the handsome new S60, Volvo hopes to take on the Big Three German carmakers, which together dominate the luxury car segment in India

Little Wonder

The recently launched BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is the smallest and least expensive of BMW sedans in the country, but punches above its weight in terms of the driving experience

VIKRANT MASSEY

TYPECAST FOR TOO LONG AS THE LEADING MAN'S WELL-INTENTIONED BROTHER OR BEST FRIEND, THE ACTOR IS NOW MERCIFULLY BEGINNING TO TAKE THE WELL-DESERVED CENTRE STAGE

The 2021 Reading List

This year is going to be one of the luckiest ones for bibliophiles, as some of the most popular authors of our times have new stories to tell. Here’s a list of titles that literary heavyweights are coming out with this year

SIDDHANT CHATURVEDI

STEALING THE SPOTLIGHT AS MC SHER WAS JUST THE START OF HIS SUCCESS STORY. WITH AN IMPRESSIVE LINE-UP OF PROJECTS AND NEWER NARRATIVES, SIDDHANT CHATURVEDI IS SHOWING THE WORLD WHAT LIVING YOUR DREAM LOOKS LIKE

PRATIK GANDHI

HIS NUANCED PORTRAYAL OF THE EPONYMOUS STOCK MARKET MANIPULATOR IN SCAM 1992: THE HARSHAD MEHTA STORY WAS AT THE HEART OF THE SHOW’S MASSIVE SUCCESS

Maka Zai, A New Rum Takes Flight

Gin might be the trendy flavour among alcohol entrepreneurs these days, but one woman is betting on rum

AMIT SADH

BE IT HIS FILMFARE AWARD FOR BREATHE S2, OR ALL THE ACCLAIM FOR AVRODH: THE SEIGE WITHIN, SADH WAS DEFINITELY AT HIS BUSIEST LAST YEAR —AND THE ACCOLADES JUST REFUSE TO STOP

ABHISHEK BANERJEE

FROM A MINOR ROLE IN RANG DE BASANTI TO A STANDOUT PERFORMANCE AS HATHODA TYAGI IN PAATAL LOK, IT TOOK 16 LONG YEARS FOR HIS ACTING CHOPS TO BE FINALLY RECOGNISED

The A-List

Your monthly ‘how to spend it’ guide to all the cool new gadgets

The Panger Games: How The Pandemic Is Infecting Our Anger

Have you experienced the rage that comes with seeing friends and loved ones deliberately take pandemic protocols lightly? I know I have

Your Guide To A Fitter 2021

Yes, it’s still a pandemic. Yes, it’s even more essential to ensure you’re fit and healthy. Here’s everything you can do to keep working out and becoming fitter, indoors and outdoors

WHY WATCH IF YOU ARE OFFENDED?

What is it about Tandav that has unleashed this fierce, fulminating, and febrile dance of indignation, a web series that doesn’t deserve this laser-focused attention?

The Sexy New Tata Safari

With great looks, a powerful new engine, state-of-the art interiors, an entertainment system to match, and a plush-quality ride, the new Tata Safari is nothing like one has been used to. With pricing starting at around Rs 15.5 lakh, it has a lot going for it

The Sane-sational Prajakta Koli

In the vast sea of Indian content creators, Prajakta Koli has managed to cut through the clutter, and emerge as the single-most marketable influencer in the country

Slices Of Life With Renuka Shahane

From a much loved anchor of Antakshari to being the perfect Rajshri bahu in the ’90s, Renuka Shahane evokes nostalgia for the good old days, and with her latest directorial debut, she’s marching with today’s time

MANOJ BAJPAYEE - A MASTERCLASS IN ACTING AND STAYING RELEVANT

That he is one of the best actors we have in the country, is beyond doubt anymore. His sparkling filmography and masterful performances have established him, quite a while back, as a textbook in acting. But a skill that Bajpayee possesses, which has lent him an added edge, is his ability to be relevant, mesmerising generations of Indian audiences with relatable content on all platforms

India Gets its First Porsche Studio

Luxury high-end supercar buyers demand a premium retail experience, and with the new Porsche Studio in Delhi — the first of its kind in the country — that’s exactly what they’re getting

A Cheesy Choice

Artisanal cheese is not a new concept, but its footing is becoming stronger in the food space, with people finally understanding the importance of homegrown, small-batch delights. These artisanal cheese makers are the newest players in the game, and weigh in on everything you need to know to get the best kinds for your palate

The Unbeatable Power Of Insta Celebrityhood

"In the future, everyone will be world famous for 15 minutes," said Andy Warhol. But 15 minutes is more than enough for an influencer to convince you to buy a product, further cementing them as the only viable option for brands looking to remain relevant in the digital era

BAG IT ALL

Whether it’s the mountains or the beach, a backpack is always a good idea. We curate a list of statement as well as minimalistic pieces to make your bag-picking easier for your next trip