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The Art Of Performance
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The Art Of Performance

Manav Kaul knows how to balance his love and dedication for theatre and cinema very well. Read what the talented actor-performer has to say.

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June 2017
People Here Don't Want Others To Have A Spine
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People Here Don't Want Others To Have A Spine

It has been tough to ignore Sonu Nigam in the last few months. A few controversies and a whole image change notwithstanding, Sonu Nigam, in real, is as smooth as his velvety voice. He sailed through some tough questions just as he has sailed through tough times in real life—with a charming smile.

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June 2017
'Politics Is Like Prostitution 'Ruthless'
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'Politics Is Like Prostitution 'Ruthless'

Seasoned politician Amar Singh is always a pleasure to talk to simply for his forthrightness. In this interview too, he is at his candid best while sharing his thoughts on politics, the Bachchans, Jaya Prada and more…

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March 2018
Mistress Of Spices
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Mistress Of Spices

Meet Chef Rakhee Vaswani, who is also called the Desi Nigella

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March 2018
Perennially Stylish!
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Perennially Stylish!

When it comes to style, diva Sushmita Sen represents a natural order, almost bordering on flawless. She radiates style from every pore and ounce of her being. On the side-lines of Zoya’s second store launch at Palladium, Mumbai, we quizzed her on her style sensibilities, love for tattoos and more…

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March 2018
Status? Single...
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Status? Single...

After the mind boggling success of her erotic novel Sita’s Curse, feisty and forthright, Sreemoyee Kundu is back with another hard-hitting book, titled, Status Single. A frank chat with the author…

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7 mins  |
March 2018
SOCIETY

The Digital Mahabharata

Just like the epic fight of Mahabharata, a war is now raging on digital land. Netflix and Amazon Prime Video are the two big streaming service providers fighting in this epic battle. We analyse the developments so far

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February - March 2019
Narendra Modi - Lotus in the Mire
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Narendra Modi - Lotus in the Mire

“I have always been CM, I am CM today and shall be CM forever. For me, CM means not Chief Minister but Common Man.” These were the words spoken by the current Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, when he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat. While a lot has changed since then, he seems to continue to appeal to the ‘CM’ even today. Here’s a glimpse into the rare and no-holds-barred interview that appeared in the September 2011 issue of Society magazine

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February - March 2019
When Sonu Sood Floored Magna...
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When Sonu Sood Floored Magna...

Not only did Magna house but also people from adjacent areas went gaga as Sonu Sood stepped out of his car. Kids left their favorite shows and women left their work behind only to catch a glimpse of their Sonu.

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September 2018
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Fighting The Bull By Its Horn

Puducherry’s Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi speaks to Society on her determination to correct the issues, hitting all the right points and being there for the people, while being at administrative helm in the union territory

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September 2018
Nawaz Has Many Traits That Are Similar To Manto - Nandita Das
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Nawaz Has Many Traits That Are Similar To Manto - Nandita Das

After a long wait, actor-director Nandita Das is back to shake things a bit in Bollywood with her upcoming directorial venture Manto, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui as the titular character. This conversation with Das is as intense as it could get...

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September 2018
Being Expert With The Sexpert
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Being Expert With The Sexpert

In a freewheeling interview, acclaimed sexologist Dr Mahinder Watsa speaks about the need to talk about sex and sexuality in our country and his journey towards the right kind of fame. Society digs in more.

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9 mins  |
September 2018
A Piece Of History
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A Piece Of History

Mallika Ahluwalia speaks about starting world’s only Partition Museum in Amritsar and writing the book Divided by Partition, United by Resilience –21 stories of those who saw the India’s darkest time yet fought hard to rebuild not just themselves but also the country.

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SOCIETY OCTOBER 2018
I Want To Be A Lambi Race Ka Ghoda
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I Want To Be A Lambi Race Ka Ghoda

With the British TV series Beecham House, Shriya Pilgaonkar is shooting for the stars and proving herself worth of her parents’ Sachin and Supriya Pilgaonkar’s legacy. She speaks about working on the series with the very talented Gurinder Chadha and making it big on her own, despite being an industry kid.

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SOCIETY OCTOBER 2018
Speaking Art!
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Speaking Art!

Award-winning artist Pratiksha Apurv who happens to be spiritual guru Osho’s niece, has come out with a unique coffee table book – The Mystic and Her Colours. Society reveals the artist and her book that combines her paintings and articles of spiritual nature.

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SOCIETY OCTOBER 2018
Sleep Well
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Sleep Well

Parul Gulati Rohtak, the lead actress of popular Punjabi films like Burraahh, Romeo Ranjha and Zorawar, reveals her sleep routine to Society...

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November 2018
Tips To Improve Your Emotional Health
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Tips To Improve Your Emotional Health

Today a lot of emphasis is laid on maintaining good health, eating right, exercise, practising mindfulness as the lifestyle that we lead nowadays is much more demanding and stressful than the previous generations.

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November 2018
Rendezvous With Olaf Van Cleef
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Rendezvous With Olaf Van Cleef

He is French, but Olaf Van Cleef’s love for India reflects in his artwork. Society catches up with this artist and jeweller extraordinaire and gets a delightful account of his Indian escapades.

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August 2018
The Cop Story
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The Cop Story

IPS officer is a hero, whose relentless work towards wiping off human trafficking is an exemplary example of the power of a lawmaker in creating positive change. The real life crime stories that he shares with Society are bound to reinstate your faith in the Indian police force.

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August 2018
Designing Dreams
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Designing Dreams

Kolkata-based fashion designer Jaya Misra bagged the Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award 2018. A peek into her world of design.

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August 2018
Dance Like A Man
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Dance Like A Man

Abhishek Ravi has taken Bharatanatyam from the intimate Indian sociocultural gatherings in Auckland to New Zealand’s national television. He has not just introduced the Indian classical dance form to the Kiwis but is becoming an inspiration for many young boys like him to take up Bharatanatyam.

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August 2018
canada enjoy eclectic experiences
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canada enjoy eclectic experiences

want to go on a short break to a country that offers breathtaking views, absolute must do adventure activities, varied wildlife, mouthwatering food and much more? then, go ahead and make your next travel itinerary to canada, as the country has many iconic places to visit that offer innumerable options to experience and explore 

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october 2016
music in his dna!
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music in his dna!

ambi subramaniam’s music is reflective of his lineage. we prod further…

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january 2017
a kahani worth sharing
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a kahani worth sharing

with the press and photographers lined up in magna house three hours prior to the event just so that they could get the best shot of the launch of society magazine’s november issue, it was indeed a big affair. the woman of the hour, vidya balan, while unveiling the magazine alongside nari hira, chairman, magna publishing co ltd, and suchitra iyer, editor of society magazine, looked stunning on the cover picture as well as at the event.

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december 2016
the game changer
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the game changer

in a tête-à-tête with shravan shah, the doe-eyed actress and fashionista frieda pinto talks about her western outings, her social work and climbing the success ladder way before it was even built.

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october 2016
Dashing Duo - All That Arjun Rampal And Sonu Sood Bond Over
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Dashing Duo - All That Arjun Rampal And Sonu Sood Bond Over

Arjun Rampal and Sonu Sood share a lot in common, including dreams. Letting their guards down for a heart-to-heart with Society, the good-looking men with irresistible bodies reveal themselves in the various roles they play beyond the ones on screen.

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August 2018
Menstruation Matters
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Menstruation Matters

THE discussion surrounding menstruation hasn’t received the attention it requires. In fact, menstruation and the issues surrounding the topic have been deeply stigmatised and closeted in our society.

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August 2018
A Philosophe's Guide To Religion
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A Philosophe's Guide To Religion

Pavan K Verma's new book Adi Shankaracharya: Hinduism’s Greatest Thinker makes one see Hinduism in a totally different light. Society speaks to the author to know more.

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August 2018
Easy-Going, In Mode
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Easy-Going, In Mode

We saw her recently as the bubbly Meera in Veere Di Wedding. Daughter of actor Tiku Talsania, Shikha Talsania has been a known face, both on screen (Wake Up Sid, My Friend Pinto…) and on stage—she does theatre extensively. But true recognition has come to her post her lead role in the Kareena Kapoor Khan-Sonam Kapoor-Swara Bhaskar starrer. And did she impress!

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August 2018
Keep Your Beauty Game Strong This Monsoon
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Keep Your Beauty Game Strong This Monsoon

DON’T let the gloomy weather outdoors steal your glow this monsoon! Your skin may have received some respite now that the scorching heat of summer is behind us, but the monsoon brings along its own unique set of beauty challenges.

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August 2018