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AK Live Wire
How superstar Akshay Kumar became an invincible force of nature
Pondichery, Mon Amour
Avid preservationist Kakoli Banerjee traces her ongoing journey in restoring the French town’s rich heritage
Another Day In Paradise
To mark 50 years of Auroville, Bazaar takes an excerpt from author Akash Kapur’s introduction to his new book
Natural Selection
Ayca’s pure, natural products are a result of age-old recipes passed down through generations
Smooth Operator
Women have been plucking, tweezing, and ripping out undesirable body hair for centuries now, but it wasn’t until the launch of Gillette’s razor for women that shaving offered a painless alternative.
In His Words
Man Booker Prize-winning author Graham Swift on life, legacy, and learning to be a writer
An Education
One of Michelle Obama’s favourite designers, Naeem Khan opens up on how the polarising influences of his grandfather’s workshop in Mumbai and the era of Studio 54 in Manhattan continue to shape his vision.
A True Romance
They are both originals. And outlieSabyasachi Mukherjeers. Brave in their approach to life and fashion, Kangana Ranaut and Sabyasachi Mukherjee have both stayed away from the straight and narrow. Their style collaboration for her debut at Cannes for Grey Goose sparked this spirited and heartfelt conversation. A Bazaar exclusive.
Always Beautiful
She captivated audiences with her role in Luis Buñuel’s Belle de Jour, she was an inspiration for Marianne, the symbol of the French Republic, and one of the most seductive actors of all time. Bazaar speaks to Catherine Deneuve about the controversial letter she signed with other artists in opposition to the #MeToo movement, of her fascination with fashion, and how she is still breaking moulds and hearts.
Under The Influence
A new generation of risk-takers and game changers inspired Bulgari’s latest fragrance, the Omnia Pink Sapphire
Partners In Time
Bazaar talks to Sonam Kapoor, the newest face of IWC Schaffhausen watches
Picture Perfect
Malini Agarwal and Zahra Khan On Beauty In The Age Of Instagram Filters
Girl Uninterrupted
In a collection of engaging essays that releases this month, Indo-Canadian author Durga Chew-Bose touches upon everything from the colour of her skin to the implications of her name
Destiny's Child
Author, chef, and all-round superwoman, Padma Lakshmi on living life on her own terms
Brothers In Arms
In a new series, we explore the current state of mind of the designers we love. Here, Shantanu and Nikhil Mehra take us through their creative journey.
Kate's New Obsession
Kate Moss, Mario Sorrenti, and Raf Simons recall one of beauty’s most iconic campaigns—and celebrate the launch of Calvin Klein’s latest scent
Begin Again
What if beauty is what we make of it? This is a lesson Anisha Oberoi, a cancer survivor, had to master along the journey of self discovery.
City By The Sea
Witness to history and a stellar example of modern urbanity, Tel Aviv is always alive, always new
Twice As Nice
Striking a balance between classic and cool, designers Payal Pratap and Payal Khandwala offer a modern perspective on iconic staples. Bazaar meets the two darlings of the fashion world.
Star Turn
Fashion’s favourite firebrand, Prabal Gurung, on artfully combining style with sensibility.
Mick Talks
Mick Jagger opens up about journeying through the past for the career-spanning Rolling Stones exhibition, Exhibitionism.
Life Through A Lens
Magnum photographer Sohrab Hura captures his mother’s battle with mental illness in a series of powerful photographs, now on display at a London exhibition
Turning The Tables
Bazaar rounds up the men changing the culinary landscape of India Text by Esha Mahajan and Naina Hiranandani.
Swept Away
Emilia Clarke is riding the crest of a wave of success in Game of Thrones, and a stellar performance in a film adaptation of the British bestseller Me Before You. Here, she talks to the novel’s author Jojo Moyes about fame, feminism, wigs, and wonderment...
The Beauty Myth
Four writers reveal how they learned to love themselves.
The Night Scent
The prize of every perfumery palette, and after-dark marvel, the Indian tuberose is a study in contrasts
I'm With Her
As the right to public space still eludes women, we photograph them in the streets of the capital city wearing a disguise that guarantees respect
The Master Mind
Over four decades, Raghu Rai has photographed the Dalai Lama, an experience unlike any other in his vast body of work. We speak with the master lensman, who is soon releasing a book on this special relationship.
Collective Conscience
Three enterprising creatives are using fashion and design to bring women together. The result is a powerful, united voice for change that’s already being heard.
Through Their Looking Glass
A self-made star, Jacqueline Fernandez rose through the ranks of Bollywood to find her place in the industry. Over her decade-long career, she has remained true to herself and that candour has inspired legions of her Instagram followers. She spoke to Bazaar about her next career move, the people who have inspired her, and her goals for the year.