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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

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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

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Robots Vs Coronavirus

When Invento Robotics first started out, their Mitra Robots didn’t find any favour with hospitals. But ever since COVID-19 hit Indian shores, the same naysayers have turned into fans

How To Get Better At Running

Two exceptional new books — Science of Running by Chris Napier and The Athlete’s Gut by Patrick Wilson — offer valuable guidance on how to get the best of out of your daily run, even if you are just a beginner

Elon Musk And The Art Of Success

He is not yet 50, and is already the world’s richest man with a net worth of more than $200 billion. His company, Tesla, is less than 20 years old, and makes just about half a million cars a year, but it is now worth more than the combined value of 10 of the world’s largest legacy carmakers. Elon Musk is an enigma, a genius technologist-entrepreneur who defies categorisation. His achievements fly in the face of conventional labelling, his self belief bordering on arrogance. But he delivers every time, accomplishing the seemingly impossible. And now, he’s coming after the electric car market in India

The Far Side of the World with Richie Mehta

Meet Richie Mehta, the quiet, private filmmaker who set a new record, and brought home India’s first Emmy for a story that shook the world

The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives: How To Find The Truth In Trash

A glimpse into the ‘glam’ of Bollywood families, Karan Johar attempts to show opulence but in reality, he’s showing the fragility of the biz without the frigidness that often coexists in this world

The solitary guide to a socially distant 2021

As a child, connecting the dots was one of my favourite pastimes in class. Little did I know that 2020 would be the year where I would land up playing this game way too often

Keep The Claps Coming

Media veteran Sameer Nair anticipated the growth of streaming platforms when he launched creative studio Applause Entertainment three years ago. He is the face behind bringing multiple hard-hitting stories to our OTT space, including everyone’s favourite Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story.

INTO THE WILD

If you’re looking for a domestic holiday in the next few months as the situation improves, but with social distancing continuing to be the norm, these four wildlife lodges and homestays, run by conservation specialists and wildlife enthusiasts, could be your best bet

A look back at the Annus Horribilis called 2020

To know that a virus was the ultimate Goliath has been both humbling, and a long time coming

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Time To Look Beyond Old Monk

Unlike whisky, vodka, and wine, rum has surprisingly never really caught on in the premium segment of the Indian alcohol market

Travelling Abroad In The New Normal

From thermal checks in hotel lobbies, negligible human contact, cabin crew in PPE kits to contact tracing apps, Covid-19 has altered the way we travel. Here’s a first-person experience of travelling safe, and still having fun

TRIPLE DISTILLED AND TWICE CHARRED

Jameson introduced Indians to the smoothness of Irish whiskey. Jameson Black Barrel, its new premium market companion, promises to take the experience to the next level

JAPANESE WHISKIES ARE HERE

You don’t have to depend on duty-free purchases anymore. Beam Suntory has made its famous brands — Yamazaki and Hibiki — available in India, including the recently launched—and very affordable—Toki

ALL ABOUT THE K-WORLD

Korean pop culture has been dominating the Indian scenario for the past three years through K-Dramas, K-pop groups, or even Korean skincare trends, hence becoming an extended part of Indian youth. But, is the youth aware about the dark side of the culture?

REMEMBERING SOUMITRA CHATTERJEE'S GREATEST ROLES

As we mourn Soumitra Chatterjee, a thespian of rare artistic integrity, we also celebrate his immense contribution to the kind of Indian cinema that’s counted among the world’s best