'I revel in the opulence of intricately embroidered lehengas that radiate festivity, yet I appreciate the refined elegance of a gracefully draped sari just as much.'
'The city was not only a setting but also a major character in Sankar's stories, providing the readers insight into the ever-changing and complex nature of Calcutta,' observes Atanu Biswas.
The 98th Academy Awards was a mix of high fashion, subdued politics, flashes of humour and emotions running high.
Several prominent Indian celebrities have interests beyond the silver screen or cricket pitch.
Cook up one of the most elegant desserts of France at home -- it's a cinch to make.
Neeraj Chopra Classic: Double Olympic medallist hopes to spark javelin revolution in India
Apples have so many uses in cooking, from being the star of a dessert to making for inventive snacks or even a warming drink.
The pause gives the US time to breathe, to regroup, to move its expeditionary force into position without risk of interception along the way. It gives Iran nothing -- on the ground, attacks against its infrastructure continue apace. Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
The violence in Kennedy is often unflinching and the characters offer no easy sympathy, but you stay hooked on how it all plays out. And that's when the classic Anurag Kashyap twist arrives, bringing an unexpected emotional payoff that lands just right, observes Mayur Sanap.
'She understands her body, comfort level and personal style and no longer dresses to impress others.'
When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy. Sukanya Verma tells you why.
A good belt is no longer just about keeping things in place. It's the quickest way to add structure and a whole lot of style to even the simplest outfit.
'It took 22 working days for us to complete the song.'
'The closure of Don 3 was the best thing to happen to Farhan. If he was committed to directing Don, he wouldn't have been able to take on Pandit Ravi Shankar's role in The Beatles.'
In a world where fashion is getting louder by the day, Divya Ganesan is quietly winning hearts with her soft, rooted style.
Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the amazing Alka Yagnik's solo song supremacy.
'This leading filmmaker told me: "Don't let the industry cake you up with makeup and wigs. You are a breath of fresh air".'
TasteAtlas, a globally recognised digital guide to food, has unveiled its Best Food Cities rankings for 2025-2026.
Italian cuisine is proof that great flavour doesn't need complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.
T20 World Cups have seen some explosive batting, with a few players etching their names in history by scoring centuries. Here's a look at T20 World Cup centurions over the years.
Salman Khan celebrated his 60th birthday on December 27, at his farmhouse in Panvel, on the outskirts of Mumbai, surrounded by close friends and family.
Colleen and Hugh Gantzer were the GOATs of travel writers.
The first 25 years in this century has seen some amazing films and blockbusters in Hollywood. Girish Wankhede lists the top-grossing Hollywood movies from 2001 to 2025, focusing on the key qualities that resonated with Indian audiences and contributed to its appeal.
'The culture of mankind has been spread by the travel gene which pushes one in five people to have the curiosity to move to unknown destinations.'
Priyanka Chopra was briefly in Mumbai and the 12-hour stopover was enough to cause a fashion stir.
Seventy years after Pather Panchali released on August 26, 1955, we finally get it. Shuttling between the village of Boral and a studio in Calcutta, caught between worrying about the next purse of funds and wondering which item to mortgage next, Satyajit Ray was explaining Indians to themselves, discovers Sreehari Nair.
Sai Pallavi is proof that you don't need layers of glam, piles of accessories or dramatic silhouettes to make people stop and look.
Dubai spoils you, discovers Rishika Shah, and you don't even realise it until you leave.
'Once when he was on a flight, the plane hit an air-pocket.' 'The turbulence outside caused it to see-saw violently which caused a lot of panic inside. While his co-passengers were crying and praying for their lives, Salil kaku was writing a song in his head.'
Aishwarya Rajesh's style is as fluid as water. It is constantly shifting, effortlessly adapting and always in tune with the moment.
Sona Bahadur's Goa currython yielded interesting results.
From beautifully decorated venues glowing under fairy lights to celebrity guests' dance performances, every function felt straight out of a Bollywood dream sequence. The biggest scene stealer, however, was Netra's wedding wardrobe.
Once considered a nostalgic piece from our grandmother's jewellery boxes, kanautis (ear chains) are suddenly everywhere and celebs are leading the comeback.
Steyn, however, said his team had "exceeded expectations" on their tour of India.
How the world dines on Christmas.
Looking fabulous in white, Bhumi Pednekar oozes classic glamour on the cover of Vogue India.
'The moment a movie was declared a hit, he would immediately start planning his next.'
Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI Day 3 kicked off with three designers Ankush Jain, Jigar & Nikita, and Sanjukta Dutta showcasing their talent.
Bollywood's divas are promoting midweek glamour on social media by posting gorgeous pictures of themselves.
Nyrraa Banerji's reason for staying away from Bollywood for a while: 'In Bollywood, there was a phase where all the movies were getting very bold. Physical intimacy was the criteria at that time for films. I didn't want to be part of that.'
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