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Aashi Bhatnagar Is the Country's Best Bartender

In an industry woefully short of women, the winner of the 2023 Diageo World Class, the Oscar of bartending competitions could provide a much-needed inspiration

Mixing It Up With Jiu-Jitsu

Siddharth Singh quit his lucrative career in Scotland to pursue his passion for martial arts. He is now the torchbearer for Brazilian jiu-jitsu in India, and his mixed martial arts academy has been churning out some of the best fighters on a consistent basis

Mayank Agarwal: On The Comeback Trail

Indian cricketer Mayank Agarwal talks about his stellar domestic season, his fitness routine, and the joys of experiencing fatherhood

Q&A WITH ALI ABBAS ZAFAR

He has followed up a poignant and sensitive movie on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots with a pulsating sleek action thriller. Although markedly different from each other, both explore violence, machismo, and heroism in their own unique ways. We talk to Ali Abbas Zafar, one of the most successful filmmakers in Bollywood today, about the evolution of mass cinema

At Your Leisure

Countless studies have proved the positive correlation between leisure time and psychological well-being. But as the lines between work and play get blurred, how does one make room for themselves? Experts show us the way

DOING ODD JOBS

India's expansive entertainment industry has given rise to a bustling ecosystem of professionals. Some among them are off the beaten path. We spoke to four ultra-niche experts and their world is exciting, to be sure

The New Kids On The Block - 5 young actors to watch out for

Half-Yearly Report: Breakthrough performances by male actors

STRANGER IN A Strange Land

As he draws a facet of his illustrious career in dance to a close with his final performance in a full-length piece, Akram Khan chooses a poignant theme for the occasion; an Indian soldier in the First World War grappling with the incongruity of it all

A Woman Of Characters

In a career spanning just seven years, Sanya Malhotra has created a niche for herself in the industry portraying various shades of fearless female characters on-screen. The powerhouse performer goes down the memory lane and discusses 5 characters she has brought to life in these years and how each shaped her as an actor

A BLAST FROM THE PAST: TISSOT SIDERAL

Inspired by the original Sideral S of 1971, Tissot have revisited this iconic fibreglass design with a contemporary revamp that pays homage to its bright, airy vintage roots

THE ALPS ON YOUR WRIST

Victorinox’s latest venture into watchmaking offers a sturdy collection inspired by the marque’s long-standing love of the Swiss outdoors

CHOPARD SPREADS ITS WINGS

The Swiss watchmaker has recently upped the ante with not one, but two fresh expressions of its iconic Alpine Eagle collection, along with the new high-octane, racing inspired Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph

Getting Into The Skin

Newbie to the skincare industry's beauty boom? We got an expert to help you get started with a basic skincare routine that should hold you in good stead

WHAT MAKES A ROLEX?

Every Rolex watch is designed, produced and tested with constant attention to the tiniest of details. This ‘superlative’ approach is expressed through three horological challenges that characterise every Rolex watch and have been part of the marque’s identity for several decades

WHY LONGINES WANTS TO FOCUS ON HISTORY AND HERITAGE

One of the world’s most storied Swiss watch brands wants to make Indians more aware of its rich past

TAHA SHAH BADUSSHA

Urdu lessons, sword training and horseriding practice — Taha Shah Badussha has been through one hell of a gauntlet for his recent role as Murad in Taj: Divided By Blood. In contrast to all the hard work behind his on-screen personas, though, the UAE-born actor offers a stunningly effortless style quotient to his rising count of followers, with a combination of macho-yet-delicate looks that should have us all taking notes

INSIDE NANDITH JAISIMHA'S SHOE CLOSET

At the age of thirteen, Nandith Jaisimha received his first pair of basketball shoes, and hasn't stopped pining over kicks ever since. The filmmaker-photographer has now amassed an impressive sneaker collection and is a cornerstone of Bengaluru’s thriving sneakerhead community, having connected various fans through meetups and social events. Here’s what this history-minded, sneaker saint has to share about collecting shoes, and the hype surrounding this burgeoning subculture

Pride Without Prejudice

Fashion designer Mayyur Girotra spills the beans on kickstarting Pride month in New York with a showcase of his debut pret label, and why fashion plays an important role in positive queer conversations

Cruising With The Volkswagen Virtus

On our second long-term report of the car, we found that with keen handling and communicative brakes, the sedan makes impressive jaunts on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway

Launch Radar

From three new M-badged BMWs to the Kia Sonet Aurochs Edition, the summer of 2023 offers a ton of four-wheeled action

MG Comet First Drive Review

India's smallest car and most affordable EV makes a bold first impression

On The Right Track

We experienced the NATRAX testing facility with Skoda’s range of cars in India and here’s what we thought of it

Top Dogs

Two cars at opposite ends of the spectrum demonstrate just how incredible current gen EVs are

GOT TESTOSTERONE?

Here’s a look at the most invisible men’s health risk and how it remains neglected, despite overwhelming evidence that males need to take a closer look under the hood

A TALE BETWEEN BREADS

The last few years have seen a boom of gourmet burger joints in Mumbai. Trained chefs and experienced hospitality veterans are, however, not at the forefront of this trend. It’s a show run by regular city folks who hail from starkly different industries. We speak to three men behind three of Bombay’s most loved burger joints. This is their exceptional story

Give me your hand, and then a ring

In 2013, I attended my first gay party at Karma Lounge on Charni Road, and it was an unforgettable experience. The venue was alive with vibrant energy, filled with men; many of them were dressed in black, just like me.

Let's Make It Clear

Mixologists at bars in India and abroad are experimenting with a technique called clarification that allows them to play with a wider range of ingredients — specifically, fat-and milk-based ones. We spoke to them to understand what the process entails, and then, rounded up a few spots so you too can try a clarified cocktail in your city

Waves of Reality

This Sundance Film Festival award winner sees a filmmaker following life-long fishermen friends at the crossroads of their lifestyle and professions against the backdrop of a world in crisis

The New Big Three

After witnessing Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic's collective dominance across two decades, a new dawn is breaking in men's tennis. We look at who could be the next Big Three

Rising Stars: IPL 2023

The Indian Premier League is not an easy place for even the most seasoned players, let alone young stars. But some manage to rise through the domestic ranks, and have become breakthrough stars of the season. Here are the ones that offered a pitch-perfect performance in the 2023 edition of the tournament