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Prateik Babbar
Bollywood actor Prateik Babbar is known for his roles in films and series like Four More Shots Please!, My Friend Pinto, Bhaaghi 2, Chhichhore and Dum Maaro Dum. He started his career as a production assistant before making his debut in the 2018 coming-of-age hit, Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na. As passionate as he is about the art of acting, he also works hard to maintain his chiselled body. From a chubby teenager to a buffed-up hunk, Babbar's fitness journey is inspirational to say the least. The trained martial artist had been weight-training for a decade, until a year ago, when he decided to shift focus towards mix martial arts (MMA) which includes jujitsu, muay thai, boxing and kickboxing. Here is how he stays on track:
All The Major Highlights From Auto Expo 2023
With offerings from Hyundai, Maruti Suzuki, MG and more, this year's expo was packed full of expected and unexpected automotive gems
Wind in Your Hair
The E53 Cabriolet is the perfect package of luxury and sportiness; and you can't take your eyes off it
Entertainment on wheels
BMW's new flagship features a tech-heavy cabin and heavily redesigned interior and exterior
The pursuit of happiness in food
A chef outlines his experience of working in high-stress kitchens and what it will take to build a better future for the culinary industry to free it of its inherent toxicity
realme Brings A Bit Of Pop-Art Energy To 2023 With The New 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola® Edition
Fresh off a string of hits back in 2022, smartphone brand realme has knocked it out of the park yet again as we dive into 2023 releasing the refreshing new realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition, which launched this February 10th.
WELCOME TO INDIA'S FIRST HOME BAR FESTIVAL
This month, Mumbai will host The Vault Home Bar Festival, the first festival in the country devoted exclusively to perfecting the art of a home bar, a reflection of the changing trends of how people entertain
There's A New Shark In The Tank
Unicorn company CarDekho Group's Amit Jain is now on your TV screens as a new judge in the business reality television series. He talks business, cars and more with us
The rise of Rakul Preet Singh
Post her South conquests, the actor is ready to take on Bollywood. After five back-to-back releases last year, she has started 2023 with a bang
Savouring A Slice Of India's Rich Crate-Digging Culture With Nishant Mittal
Chronicling his love story with over five decades of esoteric Indian music, New Delhi's Nishant Mittal spills on his triumphs and trials at the front lines of India's vinyl revolution
As The Wise Man Anna Once Said
Suniel Shetty's LinkedIn, albeit unlikely at first, is a treasure trove of gyaan
Cutting Edge
The latest in gadgets, served up fresh. Here’s what needs to be on your wishlist this month:
Q&A WITH VASAN BALA
His movies are often smorgasbords of cleverly curated pop-culture references with a scrumptious side of pastiche. The filmmaker's recent outing is as a show creator for Amazon Prime Video's docu-series capturing the golden age of pulp cinema of the '90s, Cinema Marte Dum Tak. A classic case of a genreagnostic die-hard fan of cinema crossing over to the other side and becoming a filmmaker, he seems to be the perfect candidate for the job
SMRITI MANDHANA IS HERE TO STAY
This April, Smriti Mandhana will complete ten years as an international cricketer. In these ten years, Mandhana has overcome a treacherous start and a career-threatening injury to establish herself as one of the most versatile batters going around. At 26, she is already a veteran of the Indian team. And yet it feels like she is just starting out, with the best days of her career well ahead of her
The Man Behind McLaren: On India's Deepening Tryst With Supercars
We speak to Infinity Cars’ Lalit Choudhary on bringing the legendary British marque to India, and the state of supercar ownership moving into 2023
From Maradona To Messi: The Spirit Carries On
Perhaps the moment that best symbolised the significance of Argentina's World Cup triumph in Qatar came, and fittingly so, when Gonzalo Montiel buried the decisive kick in the shootout.
Mithai, But Make It Millennial
The laddoo is lavender, and katli has a flavour. The artisanal mithai market has created a buzz for a while now, but the wedding market is warming up to the idea as well, with a new generation opting for mithai that goes beyond the tradition
Rana Daggubati: Decodes The Appeal Of Panindian Cinema'
It's been five years since Baahubali 2, a film that with its monstrous success across the country kick-started the recent phenomenon of Pan-Indian movies. We sit down with Rana Bhallaladeva’ Daggubati, who also helms one of the biggest production houses in the country, to talk about the changes the industry is going through
A BOLLYWOOD 'KAPOOR' IN SEARCH OF AN AUDIENCE
Having directed nine acclaimed films in less than two decades, Rajat Kapoor is one of Hindi cinema's most prolific and underrated auteurs. Then why does he always have a problem getting his movies funded?
Big Tech Launches Of 2023
Is this finally the year we'll see Jetsons-like technology come to life? From virtual reality taking centre stage to EVs packing the potential to dominate the auto space, there's a lot to look forward to this year.
BRIDGING THE GENERATION GAP
Kavita and Kanishk Seth come across as a regular fun-loving mother-son duo. But, as musicians, together they are a force to reckon with, especially in the Indian indie space. After the stupendous success of their collaborations in JugJugg Jeeyo and Double XL, they are now all set to take on Bollywood as well
LIPS DON'T LIE
With winter in full swing, chapped, dry lips have officially made a seasonal comeback. Here's some tips and products to help keep your kissers supple and well-moisturised
KARAN SINGH GROVER
Suave and innately stylish, Indian model and actor, best known for his memorable roles in television, Karan Singh Grover is a multi-hyphenate in every sense of the word. When he isn't busy creating art - Grover has painted many a canvases and even hosted exhibitions - he is setting trends with his breezy style. Here's a closer look inside his fashion choices.
Bag and Baggage
As travel finally picks up, it's time to make a fresh beginning with new luggage
Tastemakers Of Luxury: Falguni And Shane Peacock
Known for edgy and experimental wear, designer duo Falguni and Shane Peacock have always been synonymous with the red carpet-meets-rock wv roll aesthetic. In a Sreewheeling chat, the duo talks about their attempt to constantly innovate, evolve, and seduce with the power of their metier
THE 'BRAND' OF GOD COMES TO INDIA
As Argentina fans continue to bask in the glory of their historic FIFA WC 2022 win, there's more good news in the offing for Indian football fans - a brand named after the legend, Diego Maradona is making inroads into the country's luxury fashion scene, under a licensing deal.
BOLLYWOOD 2023: RESURGENCE ON THE CARDS?
Four ace filmmakers take stock of the situation of Hindi cinema is in and talk about the way forward
ANVITAA DUTT: AN ORIGINAL VOICE FOR FEMALE FABLES
The critical success of Qala and Bulbbul attests to the writer-director’s subversive and immersive storytelling and the courageous backing of her producers
The catch-22 of dating after a whole year without covid
As quarantine rules went down and higher standards came in, dating after a covid Sree year requires effort and energy at a time when it feels like we've never had less
MEET SIKANDAR KHER 2.0
Having ended 2022 with a bang with Monica, O My Darling, a movie where he managed to wow the audience with his short but nuanced act, Sikandar Kher is looking at a busy 2023. Not only does he have the third season of Aarya coming up, his first Hollywood movie might also hit the theatres this year