New Tune

The Indian indie music scene has been growing in leaps and bounds, but continues to be largely populated by men. Amit gurbaxani meets five of the industry’s leading women to find out how they’re changing the rules

Head Count

As luxury brands and high-street labels begin to include islamic styles in their collections, designer kallol datta hopes it isn’t just tokenism and that we’re ready to give the hijabi fashionista her due recognition

French Connection

Manish Arora, the wild child of Indian design, is also the country’s most famous fashion export. On the 10th anniversary of his paris fashion week debut, he tells Varun Rana what his time in the style capital has taught him

Class Act

Designer Raghavendra Rathore’s visionary view of Indian design has taken the latest form of Gurukul School of Design, Jaipur. He shares his plans with Priti Mahajan.

Hot Damn

As the Dyson Airwrap finally arrives in India, we decode the buzz behind it.

Queen Of Arts

The visionary behind the restoration of Royal Opera House in Mumbai, Maharanisaheb Kumud Kumari of Gondal, has many a feather in her cap.

Moving Images

Director Ritesh Batra’s latest festival-friendly film clicks right into place with the rest of his affecting oeuvre.

I Did It My Way

Singer-songwriter Geetu Hinduja questions—and thwarts—societal ideas of beauty to forge her own path.

Feel Healthier And Prettier In 2019

We spoke to industry experts and pored over the latest research, and all signs point to a 2019 that’s going to make us feel healthier and prettier, finds Mamta Mody.

Want To Take It Outside?

Angry women have a bad reputation. But writer Janice Turner will cross the road to pick a fight and argues (of course, she does) that rage can be a healthy emotion for everyone.

Role Model Bhumika Arora's Global Takeover

A new generation of Indian models is taking over global fashion and cover girl Bhumika Arora has quietly and passionately led the way

Radhika Apte: 'Nobody Makes Me Feel Important'

Low-key star Radhika Apte brings a relaxed sweetness and subtlety to the movies—and to make-up, says Mamta Mody

Lipstick Service

Meet Alankrita Shrivastava, whose film is the latest subject of gender-parity discussions in India

On The Radar

What’s on the itinerary for avid travellers in 2017? Artificial intelligence, digital detoxes, extreme stargazing and more

High Heel Art

Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Christian Louboutin talk sex appeal and building legacies that last, with Simran Bhalla

Girl Boss - Pernia Qureshi

Fashion favourite and Bollywood fresher Pernia Qureshi can be both worker bee and queen, finds Vatsala Chhibber.

New Reasons To Add A Dollop Of Ghee

As desi ghee gets an image makeover, Saba Imtiaz finds new reasons to add a dollop of buttery goodness to your life.

Fallen Off The Workout Wagon? Begin Again!

Fallen off the workout wagon and lapsed once more into comfortable inertia? Kalyani Prasher, a repeat offender, helps get you up and walking

Meet India's Top 7 Young Sportswomen

With great physical endurance and sheer force of will, this league of under-30 sportswomen is scoring big. Vatsala Chhibber and Mamta Mody keep track.

The New Shape and Confidence Of Parineeti Chopra

Losing weight, buying a house of her own and taking a short break has been liberating for Parineeti Chopra. So what is everybodys problem, she asks Deepa Menon.

Top 10 Myths About Running

Running is simple, therapeutic and widely misunderstood. Jhelum Biswas Bose talks to seasoned runners to kick the myths.

A Spritz Of Decadence

The Marc Jacobs woman is always ready to play. Her next role? Seductress. Her costume? Just a spritz of decadence, says Maggie Bullock.

What Being A Muslim Feels Like Today!

It’s a religion, it’s a crusade, it’s a punchline. Arshie Chevalwala explores what being a Muslim, even an indifferent one, feels like today.

Pero: Redefine Luxury

For her label pero, Aneeth Arora uses pure textiles and craft to create clothes so comfortable, they redefine luxury, says Supriya Dravid.

Kareena Kapoor: In A Committed Relationship With Herself

Before films, before ‘size zero’, even before Saif, Kareena Kapoor Khan was in a committed relationship with herself. How can you help but love someone who loves herself so damn much, asks Deepa Menon.

Why Women Prefer A Friend Than A Doctor, In A Medical Emergency?

Why women would rather phone a friend than a doctor in a medical emergency, explained by Saba Imtiaz.

Bobbi Brown Talks 25 Years In The Biz

She hates contouring and loves diversity, and we adore her for it. Bobbi Brown talks 25 years in the biz with Mamta Mody.

Personal Trainer Is More Than Just A Motovation

A good personal trainer will give you all the motivation you cannot muster yourself, says Pratika Yashaswi.

Bat Man

From prodigious wild child of Indian cricket to dependable world champion, Virat Kohli has taught himself big life lessons in record time. Urvashi Pant is bowled over

Ranveer Singh: 'I Feel Trapped In Bombay'

Under that wired, expansive, neon exterior, Ranveer Singh is earnest, secure and operating in the zone, finds Neville Bhandara