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Why You Need A Friend At Work?

A colleague you admire can become a friend you trust. Chirag Mohanty Samal shares the rules of buddying up at work

Hugs, Not Drugs

It can be devastating to find out that your teenager is an addict, but there’s a lot you can do to get them on the road to recovery, finds Anika Mohla

Bought, Sold & Trafficked- See The Survivor In A New Light

She may look like a regular teenager, but she is actually a fighter in disguise. Her defiance and strength can be seen in flashes when she lets her guard down. In this very special issue, as we endeavour to celebrate the triumph of the human spirit, we got Payal Singh*, a survivor of human trafficking, to play muse to the pioneers of Indian couture, Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.

Anushka Sharma 'A Warrior Princess'

Actor, producer and total toughie, Anushka Sharma talks to Sandipan Dalal about the forces that shaped her into the fearless artiste she is today

Power Play

Amazing and successful women from different walks of life were felicitated at the Femina Power List North 2017 in Gurgaon recently. Chirag Mohanty Samal reports

Kriti Sanon on Owning Her Power

The actor talks about finding validation and success as an outsider

Vaani Kapoor: ‘Maybe I'm Not the Prettiest Girl, but I Can Work Hard'

It took nearly three years for Vaani Kapoor to make the transition from an actor in a supporting role to leading lady. She recalls to Sandipan Dalal the leaps of faith that landed her there.

One Track Mind

Rein in all those buzz-killing thoughts and have the best orgasm ever withthese tips on mindful sex from Chirag Mohanty Samal.

Bend It Like Nighat

She was only 19 when Nadiya Nighat became Kashmir’s first-ever female football coach. Today her ambition ranges much further. 

Style Parade

Femina Showcase 2017 brought to the fore some of the season’s hottest trends in fashion and beauty from leading national an international brands.

Victory Lap

The winners of fbb Colors Femina Miss India 2017 are beautiful, smart and raring to make a difference. Nikita Sawant and Rushmika Banerjee introduce us to this year’s crown princesses.

Has Your Friend Become Your Boss?

Change affects the dynamics of any relationship, especially when a peer gets into a position of authority. Neeti Jaychander tells you how to cope with grace.

Cycle Of Life

Our body clock controls when we wake up, what our hormones get up to and even our body temperature. The bad news? It can go completely out of whack. The good news? You can reset it.

Jacque Of All Trades: Jacqueline Fernandez

Jacqueline Fernandez is on a mission to make her CV run into several pages. Her filmography is growing fast, she’s mastered social media, and she can make a mean banana walnut muffin. Plus, she has loads of plans for the future that include making documentaries. All this, she tells Sandipan Dalal, leaves her with no time for love.

Sorry, Not Available

It’s not always the guy who fears commitment. If you’re the one hiding behind a wall in your relationship, Anindita Ghosh tells you how to ID the problem and break the cycle forever

Exhale Stress, Inhale Calm

Ready to blow a fuse and it’s only 2 pm on a Tuesday? Mridula Vinod suggests simple exercises to help you keep your hair on.

Just Getting Started

Just two years old in the movie business and Kriti Sanon already has four successes and a stunning Mumbai apartment to show for it. Beginner’s luck? You ain’t seen nothin’ yet

Married And Meh

The seven-year itch is real and there are studies to prove it. Anupama Bijur finds experts to talk about the signs you should watch out for.

Are You Ruining Your Skin?

So you watch out for parabens in your body wash, ammonia in your hair colour and phthalates in your perfume, but there might be bigger offenders sneaking into your daily skin care.

How To Talk To Your Child About Sex!

You know you’ve got to get down to it, but walking through a minefield seems easier.Neeti Jaychander tells you how to talk to your child about sex.

Taming Bridezilla

The sheer exhaustion of planning a wedding can bring a bride to the brink—not to mention, her beleaguered groom.

I Want To Help Fight Hunger

She is graceful, stylish and plans to change the world. Nikita Sawant catches up with the soft-spoken Roshmitha Harimurthy, winner of Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva 2016— Miss Universe India.

How To Dress For Every Mood

Bold prints, florals, and metallics offer limitless possibilities for day and evening wear. Mayola Almeida shows you how to dress for every mood.

Maanvi Gagroo Inhabiting Different Worlds

The Tripling star sheds light on her career, most challenging role, and getting rid of the desperation to do films.

Mithali Raj In For The Win

The captain of the Indian women’s cricket team started batting away baseless, women-centric notions way before empowerment became the most trending hashtag. Hop on as she shares her cricketing journey with Shruti Shukla, from struggle to success, and beyond.

Driving Force

Dr Anita Sharma, the brain behind On My Own, a driving school for people with disabilities, tells Charlene Flanagan what it takes to be independent in the true sense.

Right Back At You

Learn a trick or two from these celebs on the art of deflecting awkward questions

Power Pout

Glam up your barely-there makeup look with a bold red lip.

Wild Things

Want to crank things up a notch in bed? Move over the usual missionary, doggy, and girl-on-top positions, and try these.

The Power Of Laughter

They have had us in splits within moments; we have nodded our heads constantly, identifying with what they say on stage. They have left us wanting for more, long after their gigs ended. This year, Femina’s humour issue brings you some of the country’s most popular stand-up comics, telling their tales in the vein they know best