*The designer was all praise for Henson. 'Taraji is a luminous force -- magnetic, unapologetic and unforgettable. We wanted the gown to feel like it was carved from light itself. Sculpted, but not rigid. Sensual, but powerful.'
In 2025 alone, at least 50 suicides linked to online gambling losses have been reported across India. According to FIRs, the victims were addicted to betting, largely driven by cricket, rummy and poker.
Dravid, ever the craftsman, took Vaibhav under his wing. "He's an exciting talent," Dravid had said, "but part of our job is to groom him -- let him feel the environment, not throw him in too soon."
Jaat is a full-on, South-infused entertainer that delivers exactly what it promises, feels Rajesh Karkera.
Having succeeded Mahendra Singh Dhoni as India's Test captain, "King Kohli" overhauled India's approach to turn the team into a ruthless juggernaut that did not rely anymore on designer dustbowls to win Test matches.
Bumrah's lethality lies in the moments - in the cold stares, the silences, the small tells that say everything.
Plus size models tell us how they took charge of their lives and turned their dreams into reality.
Naipaul's views against the commonplace perception towards colonised countries and their people were not the only thing controversial about the famed author.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, known for his hardline Hindutva views and 'bulldozer justice' approach, has spoken out about his policies toward Muslims, the Waqf board, and his vision for India. He asserts that Muslims will receive a fair share of development in Uttar Pradesh, but not special concessions. He also criticizes the Waqf board for its alleged appropriation of government properties and calls for its reform. Adityanath defends his 'bulldozer justice' policy, claiming it is necessary for infrastructure development and removal of encroachments. He also discusses his vision for India, emphasizing the importance of Hindi as a national language and the need for unity across different linguistic groups.
Indian weddings are known for their magnanimity.
The government needs to answer the critical question of whether it has accepted any restrictions on its infrastructure creation activities, asserts Ajai Shukla.
Moitra's electoral triumph not only secures her seat in Parliament, but also serves as a defiant retort to attempts to sideline her from the political arena.
Angry Young Men gloats in Salim-Javed's well-known attributes yet never gains access into the process or passion behind one of Indian cinema's greatest chemistries at work, observes Sukanya Verma.
Deepti Gujral is a fashion force to reckon with.
If Pitroda's blunder cost him his office, what should the BJP's unrepentant attitude cost it?, asks Shyam G Menon.
'In him resides a fierce lion of an actor who would have made Stanislavsky proud.' 'With Rocky he started with his body, his hair, his clothes; then his walk, his language, the constant listening to Punjabi hip hop and before long we couldn't differentiate between Ranveer and Rocky.'
While some of them, like Sushmita Sen (Aarya 3) and Kajol (Lust Stories 2) disappointed Subhash K Jha, he picks his favourite performances from the world of OTT.
Apple's decision to launch the eSIM-only iPhone 14 series in the US has American buyers puzzled. Surprisingly, it stumped some Indian folks, too, despite the availability of a physical SIM slot in the India-centric iPhone 14 series. This is because a large number of Apple consumers in India get their iPhones at considerably cheaper rates from the US through visiting relatives, friends, family, et al. Their apprehensions are mostly about compatibility with Indian networks and eSIM availability in India.
Shibani Dandekar talks about hosting the show, India's Sexiest Bachelor.
'We did take after take, confusing and stressing her out, until she just threw up her hands and said she couldn't do it.' 'She was close to tears.' A fascinating excerpt from Adman Madman: Unapologetically Prahlad by Prahlad Kakar with Rupangi Sharma.
Rishi Sunak, the former UK chancellor of the exchequer, on Friday formally launched his leadership bid to succeed Boris Johnson as the new Conservative Party leader and future British prime minister.
Raashi-Vaani tour Paris... Mouni misses Disha... Sara rhymes in Spiti...
'Every single Indian dish is a jewel.'
Bollywood stars celebrate Women's Day on March 8 in a special way.
Even before Boris Johnson stepped out of 10 Downing Street on Thursday to deliver his resignation speech as Conservative Party leader and triggering a leadership race for a new British prime minister, at least one Indian-origin candidate is already lined up to compete for the "best job in the world".
The move points to a growing need to cater to a younger customer base, one that wants designer clothes not just for big occasions but also wishes to make them a part of their day-to-day lives by interpreting individual pieces in individualistic manners.
Geeta Kapoor sent out a powerful message as she walked the ramp at the India Runway Week.
'It was so important to me for young girls out there to see a South Asian American Barbie, paving her own path and turning her dreams into a reality by unapologetically being herself,'
'Hinduism meshed with his sense that the world was paradoxical and puzzling.'
'Love doesn't have to come out of nowhere on a train or in Switzerland on a mountain.'
Not all change is good, but this one is, applauds Shekhar Gupta.
Ravichandran Ashwin's form will decide the fate of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, said former India head coach Ravi Shastri, who wouldn't want the team's premier spinner to 'over-plan' against Australia.
Sukanya Verma gives us a lowdown on all those wonderful movies she saw and movies you need to see as and when they arrive to a screen or streaming space near you.
If only the Congress could rebuild on its strengths and develop a modern enough ideology, we could again be moving towards a clearer two-party political landscape, asserts Shekhar Gupta.
Pret designers Alpana Mittal and Neeraj Chauhan's outfits have been worn by Tyra Banks, the late Sridevi and Sofia Reyes.
Shut Up Sona is about one woman refusing to be silenced, notes Deepa Gahlot.
If Rahul's yatra makes a political statement from the other side of the aisle and Shah Rukh's success underlines a more relaxed popular mood, Mr Modi and Mr Bhagwat's cues to their followers are coming from another place, observes Shekhar Gupta.
'Despite the pornographic quality of its name, Lust Stories is something of an event in Indian popular culture,' says Shuma Raha.
Kalki is bold and unapologetic as a showstopper for designer Nikita Mhaisalkar.
