TMM - June 2021

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Dear Readers,

It’s been a tough time for all of us and the only thing that keeps us going is, hope. So, I personally feel that it’s important for each one of us to be gentle and kind to others, and let’s build that hope for a better tomorrow. And in the meantime, we have got some really inspiring and creatively satisfying stories of success that will boost your strength and help you distract from the monotony of the pandemic. Our cover man, Arjun Rampal is the epitome of conviction and commitment that makes him the man for all seasons. In an exclusive interview with us, he revisits his early days in Bollywood and how things shaped up for him as an outsider. Also, the issue celebrates the unique and upcoming names in the world of fashion, interiors, and art. And as the world celebrates Pride Month with much enthusiasm, we dig deep into the intricacies associated with the community and decode them at length to make you understand the complexities. Flip through the pages and find your fruitful distraction.

Enjoy Reading!

Calico Connect - Pankaj & Nidhi

Pankaj and Nidhi of the internationally-acclaimed Pankaj and Nidhi designer label are known for their fresh and crisp sensibility. This powerhouse couple pushes the envelope when it comes to style and elegance and the credit goes to their exposure in the world of fashion. Pankaj, who has graduated with top honors from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (N.I.F.T.) is also the winner of the ‘Uma Nath Gold Medal’ for topping academics and the ‘Ritu Kumar’ Award for Best Graduating Collection 1995. He also won the first SmirnoffInternational Fashion Award in 1994. And Nidhi who is also a bright and creative alumnus of N.I.F.T has worked with one of India’s leading Export Firms, The Creative Group which designs & produces for some of the biggest labels in Europe. The duo in October 2010 won the Grand First Prize at the International Apparel Federation’s International Fashion Award at the World Apparel Convention in Hong Kong and they were also the winners of the iconic International Woolmark Prize, 2012, India.

1 min

THE COUTURIER ABHINAV MISHRA

Abhinav Mishra is a visionary, a designer, and a decor expert who loves enjoying the best of both worlds.

4 mins

Nailed It Bhavya Ramesh

Meet Bhavya Ramesh, founder of an eponymous jewellery label that is here to break all the norms and bring the best and unique, just like these nail crowns that are fierce, feminine, and quirky. For Bhavya, more than a brand, Bhavya Ramesh has been a means of self-expression. Bhavya did extensive research and found that nail guards in ancient China were a sign of power and beauty which represented noble ranking. Studded with pearls, shells, and glided metal these unique guards became her source of inspiration, which were further engineered to perfection with her creative instincts, where she lets all the shapes and forms of life take space in her head and she play with them. In a free-wheeling conversation with TMM, Bhavya, with a background in engineering talks about her process, jewellery as an art, and how pandemic has shown the importance of a digital presence more than ever.

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ARJUN RAMPAL - A Man For All Seasons

There must have been something special about the teenage boy, for Rohit Bal to walk up to him to ask if he is a model or would like to become one. That chance meeting with one of the country’s top fashion designers changed the life of the boy from Jabalpur who went on to become one of India’s top male models. Arjun Rampal was and still is one of the best-looking men in showbiz. Though he quit modeling for a career in films, the 48-year-old charmer manages to send everyone’s hearts racing each time he walks the ramp for a designer friend or posts his picture on his social media account. “I think life is about getting to know yourself and not creating boundaries around you. Don’t think about the end goal because that is limiting. I think that might be the reason people remember me as a model or others like Milind, Madhu, or Mehr because everybody was trying to do something beautiful and enjoying it,” says our June cover star. The stylish actor, who recently completed two decades in the movies, went down memory lane to share some interesting anecdotes from his fashion days

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LIVING IT UP RUHI SINGH

Dreams don’t work unless you take action. The surest way to make your dreams come true is to live them. And that is what Ruhi Singh did, after winning the title of Femina Miss India, which helped her further bring glory home in form of Miss India Universal Peace and Humanity and then her first breakthrough in the world of cinema happened with Madhur Bhandarkar’s Calendar Girls, and rest, as they say, is history. In a conversation with TMM, she talks about her recent release Runaway Lugai, success in the world of glamour and what inspires her in life.

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With Strings Attached ARJAN BAJWA

For Arjan Bajwa life is not just about one philosophy, rather an amalgamation of many perspectives that helps you understand the broader meaning of life, which he tries to portray with every new character he plays on screen. As a firm believer of destiny, he believes that when you are destined to do something, the universe creates all the possible paths or means for you to fulfill your destiny. In a conversation with TMM, he talks about his work and life philosophy and his only expectation from 2021.

5 mins

A NATURAL FIT RAHUL SHARMA

When Rahul Sharma bagged the Student of the Year 2 project, he realized that it’s always good to believe in yourself and your potentials. Today, with a handful of big banner projects in hand, the 29-year-old actor feels content and is happy that he did everything possible to make his dream come true of becoming an actor. In Rahul’s opinion, success comes when you start analyzing your strengths and weaknesses and work towards improving every day. Rahul still does the same and thinks learning is a never-ending process. In a detailed conversation with TMM, he looks back at his journey.

4 mins

CANVAS CONVERSATION SANA DANG

Every canvas has its own story and for artist Sana Dang, each creation is a way of seeing the world, a way of expression, and a way of love. For someone like Sana, who did her graduation from UCL, London, UK, and holds an honorary degree in Economics, art happened at a later stage and she arrived on the professional art scene in 2015. After exhibiting at many art shows and making it at the 88th All India National Art Exhibition, she is currently working independently and also works with interior designers to create art that suits the sensibilities of modern home spaces. For Sana, one of her defining principles is establishing an open dialogue between form and function in all aspects of her artwork. TMM caught up with Sana to know more about her canvas and creativity.

4 mins

Clay & Creativity AMAN KHANNA

Innovation is seeing what everybody has seen and thinking what nobody has thought. This is what makes ‘clayman’ Aman Khanna’s work stands out with a pinch of minimalism. Trained as a graphic designer from London College of Communication, Aman’s love with clay as a medium made him inquisitive to explore more and that resulted in his studio, ‘Claymen’, which features everything minimalistic yet deeply rooted in experiences and observations. TMM asks Aman about his love for clay, his design philosophy and how he defines simplicity as an artist.

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Singing Sensation SHUBHAM TOMAR

Born in a middle-class family in Bamnauli village of western Uttar Pradesh, Shubham Tomar, also known as Kaka WRLD is the latest sensation in the music fraternity, who is trying to offer everything entertaining, with a hint of Indian roots and international feel together. This new-age singer, writer, composer, producer, and performer wishes to inspire others and make them live their dreams. In a conversation with TMM, he talks about his journey and music at large.

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