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Nawaz Calling Kalki

If there is one actor in the past few years who has managed to make a transition from being on the sidelines to the centre of attention, it has to be Nawazuddin Siddiqui. And, if there is one actress who has maintained the perfect balance between commercial films and indie cinema, it’s Kalki Koechlin. We thought it would be a great idea to bring them together to discuss cinema, their preparation processes for roles and to talk about the most challenging on-screen experiences they have had.

Will BMW Z4 Convertible Reach The Parts That Its Predecessor Did Not!

The new BMW Z4 convertible seeks to reach the parts that its predecessor did not.

The Storyteller Of Angamaly

Gangster brawls, plates of curry, lots of fish heads — the local tales of film maker Lijo Jose Pellissery have taken contemporary Malayalam cinema by storm.

A Good Sport

Engine tweaks, sharper profile, lush interiors and technological upgrades, including a state-of-theart infotainment system, give the 2018 Range Rover Sport a brand new look and feel.

The Importance Of Manmarziyan

Anurag Kashyaps new film is a landmark in Hindi cinema because it does what Bollywood has rarely done in its long history of dealing with infidelity allow the woman the freedom to explore her desires unapologetically, on her terms

A Bedi Through And Through

Angad Bedi is a very respectful man, its evident from the way he speaks about the people in his life. It isnt easy being the son of a legend and Angad knows that he may have carved a niche for himself in the the world of films and modelling but he still cares deeply for his fathers approval. In an interview with us, the Inside Edge star speaks about his childhood, parenting and the time he told his father about Neha Dhupia.

What Is Being ‘Man Enough'?

Eight Goan and international artists seek to reinterpret the inherent chaos and adopted order of broad-brush masculinity in our changing social discourse.

Rajkummar Rao on His Love For Eyewear And Shoes

The actor tells us about his love for eyewear and shoes, and why comfort matters more than following conventional trends

An X-Hilerating Experience

We visited the Buddh International Circuit to get a little taste of what the upcoming X1 Racing League will offer.

The Dependable Mr. Khurrana

After a career resurrection of sorts in 2017, Ayushmann Khurrana knocked it out of the park last year, delivering two smashing performances (Andhadhun, Badhaai Ho) in films that won over critics and the box office. From the ‘common man’ representative to becoming one of the poster boys of quality — and commercially viable — cinema, Khurrana has proved that he has enough acting muscle to shoulder solo projects. This year, he has a number of releases, making him possibly the busiest actor in the industry. He’s bringing in the new age of Bollywood — intelligent, socially conscious and dedicated to the medium.

The Making Of Virat Kohli

At the age of 30, Virat Kohli is already one of the all-time great batsmen, terrorising bowlers and shattering batting records in every format of the game, in every corner of the cricketing world. Every behemoth started somewhere, though, and for Kohli, his beginnings were in the rough-and-tumble of Delhi’s age-grade and domestic cricket circuits. Even as a 10-year old at his first cricket coaching camp, his special talent was recognised by coaches and experienced players alike. In this excerpt from their book Virat: The Making Of A Champion, journalists Neeraj Jha and Vidhanshu Kumar illustrate the young Kohli’s immense potential.

The Men Who Are Gay For Pay

Young male models and struggling actors — who are straight — are willing to go ‘gay-for-pay’ on various LGBT dating and hookup apps in the country. While prostitution has always been a hush-hush affair on these apps, for the last two years, it has become a rather prominent feature. This might be because of a dearth of paid gigs and sky-high living costs in big cities, but is it also a marker for a paradigm shift in sexuality and sexual behaviour?

Kia Set For India Debut

The Korean car manufacturer will launch its India-specific compact SUV named Kia Seltos next month.

The Well ‘Connected' SUV

The new Hyundai Venue is more than just another compact SUV. Blue Link, its standout feature, allows a host of key functions — including engine start, location tracking, speed, tyre pressure, remote lock, engine immobilization — to be monitored and controlled from a smartphone app.

Guru Randhawa- The King Of Clubs

Bollywood music can be best described as “Zumba-ready” these days. While the last two decades saw a wave of original music, timeless melodies and rich lyrics, today’s OSTs are for quick ear munching. Music is consumed at pubs, during drives and at the gym – and Guru Randhawa is both an example of and exception to this pop culture behaviour. He’s everywhere, and it is (aslmost) impossible to hate him.

A (big) Small Car

Volvo’s XC40 is its smallest SUV, but it certainly doesn’t act like it.

Have You Tasted Blood?

The question’s quite literal. In Scandinavian countries, South America, Asia and even India, blood has been an exciting — and delicious — ingredient for a variety of dishes.

The Legendary Rivalry Revisited

They were the two greatest sitar players of the post-independence generation and lifelong adversaries. Vilayat Khan and Ravi Shankar were contemporaries who played together on stage only once, in 1952, when the former stole the show. Journalist and author Namita Devidayal explores this unique rivalry in The Sixth String of Vilayat Khan (Westland Publications), her brilliant new biography of the mercurial Hindustani classical musician, from which this piece is excerpted.

The Actor's Actor

Pick the most acclaimed and talked about films of the last three years, and chances are that Pankaj Tripathi has been in them. He’s become every director’s go-to guy for natural and effortless performances – and the audience loves him too. BY

Is There Redemption For The #MeTooIndia Accused?

I have had a huge amount of difficulty finishing this piece. I’ve written and rewritten this three to four times, deleting the entire thing a few times as well. I don’t think it has been because I have nothing to say; I have a lot to say, but I genuinely do not know how to say it without sounding insincere...

Bradley Cooper On Being A Better Actor Now

Bradley Cooper on deal breakers, his admiration for Robert De Niro, the biggest change in his career, becoming a director and working with Lady Gaga in his latest movie a star is born.

The Interview

In the last seven years, as a director and producer in the Hindi film industry, Rai has had a very successful run, directing films like Tanu Weds Manu and Raanjhanaa and producing Newton, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan and Mukkabaaz, among others. With his new release, the Shah Rukh Khanstarrer Zero, he has directed the biggest film of his career.

Chronicler Of Lives On Mumbai Locals

Mumbai’s local trains take on new meaning in the Instagram photographs of Anushree Fadnavis.

Child-free And Happy

Embracing the child-free life isn’t just a millennial fad. It is a growing trend amongst couples of all ages. Here’s a peek into the lives of seven couples who are breaking the shackles of convention.

The Politics Of Going Down

While intercourse definitely is a circus by itself, how men and women behave during oral sex is a different ball game altogether.

Keto Goes Mainstream

The ketogenic — or ‘keto’ — diet, is one that is low in carbohydrates, high in fat and adequate in protein. While it was originally developed as a way to help children with epilepsy, the meteoric rise in its popularity this year has led to a surge in keto-friendly products and restaurant menus, WhatsApp support groups, and more. Shweta Mehta Sen decodes the fad.

Chunky Vazirani

A former designer at some of the world’s leading automotive companies, Vazirani has built the Shul, a concept car that he says is ‘India’s first hypercar.’ 

Family Rocket

India’s only high-performance station wagon, the Audi RS6 Avant Performance teams up mind-boggling numbers with reallife practicality. 

Changing Lanes

Maruti Suzuki puts a brand new 1.5-litre engine in the latest Ciaz, and that’s not it. 

Play By Ear

Nathalie Pichard, a veteran in the fragrance industry, has worked with leading brands to develop and market their perfumes. On a visit to India, she spoke to us about what goes into the making of a new fragrance, and about her agency, Top Notes.