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Saree And Summer!

Beatitude's Organza Silk Sarees ₹20000 Onwards

Harshvardhan Rane: The Anti Groom

Harshvardhan Rane is an Indian artist working in the Telugu and Hindi film industry. He made his debut in the Hindi film industry with Sanam Teri Kasam. He started his professional acting career with the show Left-Right-Left in 2008/9. His last film Taish brought him a lot of critical acclaim for his portrayal of the character of Pali. Apart from his love for movies, Harshvardhan is an avid supporter and an ambassador for PETA since 2016. Other than his craft Harshvardhan is very passionate about fitness and health, exploring and travelling.

EXPERIENCE THE FINER THINGS IN LIFE WITH NOVOTEL CHENNAI OMR

The Novotel Chennai OMR is located in the buzzing Old Mahabalipuram Road, close to malls, shopping kiosks, IT parks. With just a 10 min ride to ECR beaches, Pallikaranai marsh reserve forest ( a bird watchers delight ), surfing options close by at Kottivakkam beach and more, this property is a traveller’s delight. It is spread across 3 acres of lush greenery with multiple gardens, the only functioning 24-hrs gym in the city, 25 sports & recreation activities, a gorgeous pool, X-box gaming, outdoor sit-outs, Hammock, Swing ideally for couples & families and a picnic area for kids, Novotel has something interesting for all ages.

PERSONALISED MATCHMAKING FOR THE MODERN YOUNG INDIAN INDIVIDUALS

No matter how modern and experimental one might be in their outlook, certain matters demand one to resort to a slightly more tried and tested approach. Take the subject of marriage and long-term companionship for instance. Tunic Malhotra Sondhi Co-Founder MatchMe in conversation with Farvi Wadhwa talks about the benefits of personalised match making

EMPOWERING THE SKILLED AND TALENTED

WOMEN'S DAY SPECIAL

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS

Aaryan made his acting debut in 2011 with Pyaar Ka Punchnama.

WE: THE WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS

Success is in the eye of the beholder. Many consider financial achievements as a sign of success, others pride themselves in being committed to their families, raising children and caring about their relatives. Some dedicate their lives to science or arts. Others are dedicated to the world of science and through their discoveries contribute to the advancement of civilization and yet others spend their lives in the service of their communities and peoples they barely know and who are in need. Here are some such women entrepreneurs who have paved their way to success, balancing both professional and personal fronts with equal responsibility.

HOLI SKIN CARE & HAIR CARE

Holi has always been one of the most vibrant festivals celebrated with great vigour and enthusiasm in our country. A lot of us have another concern when it comes to playing Holi, I did too! And that is, the aftermath of the vivid colours and harmful chemicals! This fear, however, has a very easy and efficient solution if you act on it soon. Here are the best products that must be included in your regime post Holi for better and brighter skin and hair.

GIFTS FOR THE BOSS LADY

It's going to be March 8, and you know what that means: Happy International Women's Day! Women’s full and effective participation and leadership in all areas of life drive progress for everyone. Of course, the global celebration of International Women’s Day is a time for reflection of how far women have come, advocacy for what is still needed, and action to continue breaking down barriers. This Women’s Day, celebrate by taking a moment and gifting the boss lady of your life a present which she will use for pampering herself.

BRIDE OF THE MONTH: Adaa Khan

Adaa Khan is an Indian Television actress born in Mumbai. She began her career as a model and went on to do several advertisements. She made her debut acting in 2010 with Sony TVs Palampur Express. Since then she has been seen in numerous TV shows and reality shows. She played a prominent role in Colors TVs Naagin, for which she won the Best Actress in a Negative award at Gold Awards in 2016 and 2017.

FEMME & FIERCE: NIKKI GALRANI

Nikki Galrani is an Indian film actress, model and fashion mogul. Nikki started her film career with the 2014 Malayalm flick 1983 directed by Abrid Shine. She won several Debut awards for her role in the film. In 2014, IBI Times called her the most successful actress in the Malayalam cinema. Her Tamil movie Darling was a box office success and put her on the map of one of the most promising actresses of all time. Her Telugu debuts performed equally well at the box office. Nikki then went onto give back to back hits in all 3 south film industries. She is all set to conquer the theatrical space with her upcoming releases- Rajavamsam, Idiot & Shividu.

Malavika Mohanan PORTRAYING ART

Malavika Mohanan is an Indian Film Actress who made her debut in 2013 with the Malayalam film Pattam Pole starring opposite Dulquer Salman. Her role as Varalakshmi in the Kannada film. Naanu Mattu Varalakshmi brought her appreciation from crticis and movie buffs alike. Mohanan's breakthrough as an actress came through her role as Tara, a poor girl from Mumbai's dhobi ghat area, in Majid Majidi's 2017 drama film, Beyond the Clouds. The following year she featured in the Tamil movie Petta starring opposite. Rajinikanth, Vijay Sethupathi and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. She is all set to romance Siddhant Chaturvedi in a Ravi Udayawar film.

WINTER SUPERFOODS

Winter is a time for immunity building along with helping us stay in shape for the holiday season. Here are some super superfood options to select from this winter and stay healthy and fit.

Festive Special Gift Guide

Luxury Candles from Aroma India

Wedding Vows Shopping Mall

Buying online is much more convenient and safe in times of panedemic as compared to offline shopping. One can explore endless designs in any category or style as per ones wishes. Also, most online players now provide options such as virtual try-on, where one can try on all accessories using Augmented reality techniques. Sizing charts, education blogs, styling tips and real-time customer support makes it even more enriching an experience. Apart from the ease of shopping, there is a chance that you may get a better deal online, as it costs a lot to run a showroom - why not extend some of the savings to customers as well, says Rishabh Jain Assistant manager, ECom, Mia by Tanishq.

YOUR GREAT BEAUTY GUIDE

The beauty industry is currently valued at $532 billion and it's been on a rapid upwards trajectory since time immemorial. and is steadily growing even in the times of a worldwide pandemic. With such a huge market, there are hundreds of thousands of skincare and beauty brands that promise flawless skin and glamorous looks. With choices aplenty, we are ought to get flabbergasted by choosing the brand that suits our skin and end up experimenting, often right into our late 40's, in the hopes of finding that miracle product that works wonders for our skin.

Skincare 101

INTERVIEW WITH DR CHYTRA V ANAND AN INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED CELEBRITY COSMETIC DERMATOLOGIST

GOURMET GIFTING

Weddings are memorable moments. Weddings in India are no less than a carnival and when you start a celebration on a high note, you wish to end them on a high note too. Ideally, we would want them to last forever, for the bride and groom, but also for their family and friends. Return gifts are one way of making this happen. And according to me the best way to do it is by sending your guests back home with a beautiful pack of gourmet gits pack. Obviously, prestigious weddings call for prestigious return gifts such as gourmet products.

MRUNAL THAKUR

Mrunal Thakur is an Indian film and television actress who started her acting career in 2012 with the Star Plus show Mujhse Kuchh Kehti... Hai Khamoshiyaan, while pursuing college. She later joined the Zee TV show Kumkum Bhagya, in which her acting skills were highly appreciated. Mrunal has done several shows as well as a dance reality show- Nach Baliye. She then began filming for her first film, the international movie 'Love Sonia', which was released in September 2018. Mrunal forged ahead and made her Bollywood debut with Hrithik Roshan in Super 30. Later in 2019, she was cast opposite John Abraham in the action thriller Batla House. In 2019, she also starred as the fictional character Sivagami in a spin-off series of the Baahubali film franchise, named Baahubali: Before the Beginning. In 2020, she appeared in the Netflix film Ghost Stories, an anthology horror consisting four segments. Mrunal is now gearing up for her upcoming movies Jersey, Toofan and Aankh Micholi. With her suave fashion sesnse & impeccable acting skills, Mrunal is all set to rule the Indian acting scene.

MY Greatest PASSION - AN EXCLUSIVE INERVIEW WITH RUKHSAR REHMAN

In a career spanning close to three decades, actress Rukhsar Rehman has done several film, TV and web projects. She made her film debut in 1992 with a lead role in Deepak Anand's Yaad Rakhegi Duniya. She was also part of Inteha Pyar Ki opposite Rishi Kapoor. After a sabbatical, she returned to acting in films in 2005 with the crime drama D and Sarkar, both helmed by Ram Gopal Verma. Her other Bollywood ventures include God Tussi Great Ho , The Stoneman Murders, Benny and Babloo, Knock Out, Allah Ke Banday, Shaitan, PK and Uri - The Surgical Strike, among others. She has also been part of a critically acclaimed Malayalam film, Take Off. Her latest web series, The Gone Game, is a crime thriller that airs on Voot. It has received rave reviews from the audience and critics, alike.

FASHION TALK WITH CELEBRITY DESIGNER ARPITA MEHTA

Designer Arpita Mehta charted her journey in the world of fashion in 2009, and has since become a new-age force to be reckoned with. The label’s minimalist yet fashion-forward fare brings about a seamless blend of ethnic and contemporary designs that enhances the feminine silhouette. Arpita Mehta's name has consequently become synonymous with her signature aesthetic of hand-embroidered mirror work ensembles in trendy cuts and eclectic colour palettes. As a creative visionary, Arpita's eponymous label is best known for its flattering take on Indian wear that views fashion as a form of self-expression to make the wearer feel confident and beautiful.

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BRIDE OF THE MONTH MUSSKAN SETHI

Musskan Sethi is an Indian actress and model. She came into the spotlight after her debut movie 'Paisa Vasool'. She has also taken professional training in contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, and salsa dance styles from Ashley Lobo. Musskan was also seen in the Punjabi movie 'High End Yaariyan' in 2019. Besides essaying a pivotal role in the upcoming suspense-thriller 'Raagala 24 Gantallo', Musskan was recently seen in the web-series, 'Love Sleep Repeat', directed by Abhishek Dogra. She is gearing up for her Bollywood debut with 'Kya Masti Kya Dhoom', which is set to release by the end of this year.

ADORN YOUR WRISTS

There is something so timeless about a wrist jewellery – no wonder they’re often gifted at festivals and weddings. Bangles, kadas, cuffs or bracelets are the most popular forms of jewellery. According to Abhishek Kajaria, Owner/ founder, Avama Jewellers, “The staying power of the wrist jewellery speaks volumes. Nestled among more bracelets or solo as your stand-alone piece, a women’s wrist jewellery is an expertly utilitarian piece of jewellery. Wearing a bangle or a bracelet is much more than adorning your wrist. It is the aesthetic side of things — some designs are truly iconic additions to any outfit or style."

A CELEBRATION OF INDIE DESIGNERS

Design One, one of the largest and most successful on ground shopping exhibition initiatives of The Sahachari Foundation Events is back with its “Diwali Edit”. Nearly 90 homegrown designer brands – from renowned names like Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla, Payal Singhal, Dhruv Kapoor to home brands, children’s wear, jewellery, gifting and sustainable organic clothing.

The Artistry Of Makeup & Hair

Celebrity Makeup artist & Hairstylist Heema Dattani is a renowned and a regular name among the creme de la creme celebrities in India. Her ability to make her clients not only look beautiful but also feel beautiful has made her a favorite. Nadiia Malik chats up with Heema on her life, career & wedding makeup trends amidst lockdown.

BRIDE of the MONTH - AROOSA KHAN

Studying for her final year law, at Mithibai College Mumbai, Aroosa Khan is currently curating digital content for Media Magic, a digital media house, promoted by Vikram Razdan, a pioneer with 25 years experience in the entertainment business. Having the advantage of been bred in a family where Aroosa's sister Warda is married to the Bollywood movie mogul Sajid Nadiadwala, the soon-to-be law graduate, is also all set to make a mark as a multi-media professional, Her strengths are her overall looks, personality & confidence, besides orating and communicative skills.

FOR THE LOVE OF MAKEUP

The art of beautification is centuries old, from Cleopatra to Millenials nowadays, makeup has evolved from being a gender stereotype to a tool of empowerment. Kiran Srinivasan chats up with the hottest new MUA in town- Vithya Viswendra. The latter talks on how makeup can uplift one’s confidence, bringing them closer to the ladder of success. Read away!

IN CONVERSATION WITH MC PRIYANKA

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF AND HOW IT ALL STARTED?

LIKE A SHADOW!

Ankita Kapoor is your 26-year-old quintessential girl. A decent corporate job and loving family and now an amazing fiancée she has everything she has ever wanted. Like every bride, Ankita has her own bridezilla moment and hiccups that keeps popping in from time to time. Planning a wedding can be stressful, we all know that. It’s just not planning but also taking care of your personal and mental health which we often take it for granted. If you ask Ankita now what is the one thing she needs the most, she will probably tell you that she needs somebody who can do all the planning and take the load off from her so that she could just enjoy this phase.