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DULQUER SALMAAN: BREAKING BARRIERS

While his stab at massy pan-Indian cinema (a term he despises) - King of Kotha - arguably the biggest film of his career, and undeniably one of the most anticipated Malayalam films of 2023, might not have hit the bullseye, Dulquer Salmaan, in his rugged gangster avatar, is in superlative form. But it is in his Raj & DK-led web series debut, Guns & Gulaabs that everything truly comes together for the actor as he nails the Arjun act

Saiyami Kher: The Ghoomer Girl

How the passion for cricket landed Saiyami Kher a role of a lifetime

VIKRANT MASSEY REDEFINING MASCULINITY

It’s been 10 years since his debut as the charming Dev Anand fan, Devdas ‘Dev’ Mukherjee in Vikramaditya Motwane’s Sonakshi Sinha-Ranveer Singh led cult classic, Lootera. Over the years, Vikrant Massey has consistently not only given powerful performances but has also picked up characters that are instrumental in breaking the stereotypes about men and masculinity that society, especially Bollywood, has traditionally celebrated.

Mid-Year Report Card: The Best Web Series Of 2023

Although Bollywood has had its hits and misses this year, the digital world kept the audience engaged with relevant content and standout performances. We take a quick look at some of the best from the lot:

50 Shades Of Huma Qureshi

She is Miss Monica. She is Tarla. She is Rani Bharti. Meet the woman of many characters

Going That 'Extra' Mile For Love And Intimacy

In recent years, dating apps and evolving norms have triggered a relationship revolution among urban Indians - notably through a blurring of the boundaries between preferences, lifestyles, and curiously, fidelity as well. Here's what some insiders have to share about these shifting trends

Is Retro Cool Or Costly?

From fashion to photography, we break down the appeal of going back in time

REBORN FOR THE WAVES: 2023 TAG HEUER CARRERA SKIPPER

In line with the recent surge of 20th century revivals in the watchmaking world, TAG Heuer has stepped up their game with the resurrection of an all-time yachting watch classic

RAISING A BREW-HAHA

Coffee professionals and aficionados help us decode the revival of manual brewing in India, while suggesting the best devices and nifty tools to add to your home coffee bar this season

BABIL KHAN: THE EDGE OF INNOCENCE

Babil Khan is just one-film old but he has made each moment of his 25 years on this planet count. The son of late Irrfan Khan, Babil is also every bit a mumma's boy. But for him, his greatest mentor is life itself.

Tat's A Trend

Three celebrity tattoo artists reveal current tattoo trends

TRACKING TIME FIVE ICONIC WATCH BRANDS LOVED BY INDIAN CELEBS

Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, and Bulgari are among the five favourite brands of Indian celebrities, going by their Instagram feeds and public appearances

A Fusion Of Connectivity And Creativity

Louis Vuitton's Fall/Winter 2023 menswear collection explores the intersection of connectivity and creativity, featuring the collaborative vision of Colm Dillane and the luxury French house's Prêt-à-Porter Homme team

Launch Radar

July turned out to be an exciting month for two-wheeler enthusiasts, with launches ranging from an affordable Triumph to perhaps the most powerful motorcycle currently available in India

The Maruti Suzuki Invicto

Maruti Suzuki crosses the 30-lakh mark with a well-rounded package

Simple, But Sophisticated

Audi's 28 e-tron is luxurious, practical and gorgeous in red

Drop-top Gorgeous

The Mercedes-AMG SL 55 is a beautiful, fun and luxurious way to get from point A to point B

After The Big Three: A New Dawn For Men's Tennis

With Roger Federer having bid adieu last year and Rafael Nadal on his endgame stint, Novak Djokovic is the last man standing from the iconic 'Big Three' era. As their sun sets, the Serb's agonising defeat in the '23 Wimbledon final may mark the beginning of a new era for the sport

My Fitness Routine: Angad Bedi

The actor, who is also pursuing a career in sprinting, gives a lowdown on his prep - mind, body and soul

Stressed? Try IV Therapy

Contrary to popular belief, an informed session can be quite relaxing

Hindi Cinema: Best Of 2023

With the Pathaan finding younger comrades in Rocky aur Rani, it is no afwaah that Bollywood is getting its groove back!

A Musician's Take on the Spellbinding Score of Oppenheimer

Having witnessed the rise of Christopher Nolan over the years, film after film has been a fascinating journey on its own. His unfailing box office success and soaring critical acclaim are testimony to his incredible filmmaking sensibilities.

Up To Make A Mark

Equestrian Ashish Limaye is all set to compete at the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou

HOW KOHRRA ACED IT

You think of a sprawling field in Punjab and if you are a '90s kid, chances are you will visualise Shah Rukh Khan's Raj standing in the middle of it with arms open and Simran running towards him. Kohrra begins with a similar premise, of two lovers meeting amid the fields, but this is 2023. And this is no YRF world. We take a deep dive into the show with its creator and writers

Cutting Edge

The tech industry saw a lot of action this month, with launches ranging from the new Nothing Phone to a potential Nintendo Switch rival from Asus. Here's what you may have missed

A Resilient Act

In a candid chat, actor Barun Sobti, 39, reveals the secret sauce behind the success of streaming platforms and how it's working in favour of actors across media

The Curly Guy Routine

Got an unmanageable mop on your head? After the ‘curly girl hair routine’ made women all over the world fall back in love with their natural coils, we rounded up advice for men, too

Manoj Bajpayee: The Renaissance Man

If the OTT boom has paved the way for the emergence of Manoj Bajpayee 3.0, he has played a crucial part in making content-driven cinema mainstream as well as in the evolution of the ‘leading man’. Today a Shrikant Tiwari can exist because Bhiku Mhatre happened. This is the story of a misfit, a rank outsider, a stubborn and angry young actor, who conquered and changed Bollywood, one movie at a time

NAWAZUDDIN SIDDIQUI: IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE AN ACTOR

From struggling to land one-scene roles to being known as the actor behind some of Hindi cinema’s most iconic characters such as Faizal Khan and Ganesh Gaitonde, his is a story of patience and resilience. This year, with Afwaah, Jogira Sara Ra Ra and now Tiku Weds Sheru, he already has three releases and is gearing up for a few more. But for him success means better work opportunities; the celebrity tag or the star status does not impress Nawazuddin Siddiqui at all

The Unstoppable: Miss Aaliya Ahuja

In under two years since she started, Ahuja has already managed to rebuild her family farm into a massive and luxe property, Oleander Farms. What’s next for this young entrepreneur? We find out