Vimla Patil always stressed the importance of proving wrong the perception that women were women's worst enemies. And it iss a lesson I carried forward with me all through my career, learning empathy, understanding and ways to help as I went along. Sathya Saran, who succeeded Mrs Patil as Femina's editor, pays homage to the well-known journalist who passed into the ages on September 29, 2024.
No glam, no problem for this Chandramukhi 2 actress.
Meet Sini Shetty who will represent India at the 71st Miss World beauty pageant on March 9.
It's full on heeriye mode for the Ik Kudi Punjabi Di actor.
Bollywood has a history of making heads turn -- theirs and everybody else's -- in shiny hair accessory.
A little desi, a little tomboy-ish, Pranali Rathod is armed with plenty of adorable fashion moments.
'Once in a while, I flirt with the idea of direction.' 'If I direct, it will be a human story that touches me.' 'I'm nervous of forcing myself into making a socially relevant film.'
The traditional Indian drape may be the garment of choice on an auspicious occasion but it is time to revive it for everyday use say experts.
Have an entire week to labour through before the glorious weekend comes along? Soak yourself in the vibrant colours of Bollywood, and feel the days melt away!
Western or Indian, traditional or modern, Isha Talwar can rock it all.
'Put on that goddamn dress, pick up your crown, and strut like the queen you are'.
Her bloom-covered lehenga is a wardrobe must-have.
US-based designer Rosena Sammi is retailing jewellery and designer accessories made by sex workers in West Bengal and Bihar.
In order to mark the sainthood of Mother Teresa, the government of India granted the trade mark registration.
'All through the making of Dil Daulat Aur Duniya, Rajesh Khanna never acknowledged me.' 'Dev Anand couldn't carry off a dhoti in Insaaniyat. He told me that he would never wear one again.' 'Shammi Kapoor and I began on an icy note during Raajkumar, but once the cold vibes thawed, we became the best of buddies.'
At times a pataka, mostly a hot mess, Kriti Kharbanda is -- as she herself says -- 'too glam to give a damn'.
Manushi daydreams... Pooja visits Udupi... Karishma enjoys water sports...
Ridhi Dogra doesn't need an occasion to dress up. -- Shah Rukh Khan, Jawan
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Wide-eyed and curious, Angira is the cutest girl you'd see all day.
Gaurang Shah has been making a strong case for the good ol' sari.
Black on your mind for new year's eve? Time to think again.
Film folk arrived at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja in Mumbai to celebrate the festival with prayers, fashion, dance and bhog.
Which of these celebs made you go weak in your knees?
Film folk are celebrating their beautiful handloom outfits on social media on National Handloom Day.
'I watched Sui Dhaaga, Balika Badhu and Bhojpuri women's videos to see how the women are there because this is the story of 2001 and I am born in 2007.'
Whether you're spending it on a red carpet or a beach, Sukanya Verma gives you some Bollywood-style inspiration to look V-Day red-dy on February 14.
You won't be judged for adoring the OMG 2 actress.
...Is a cultural swaraj under way, wonders Ajit Balakrishnan.
No matter what the occasion is, Ankita Sharma's got a salwar suit to match the mood.
Rediff readers tell us what their first salaries were.
From going glam to going desi, we saw a lot ladies turning up the heat and rocking the red carpet. Here's taking a look at our favourite April Fashion.
'Laapataa Ladies opened a lot of doors for me.' 'I have gotten so much love from audiences and seniors in the industry that it's overwhelming.' 'I get calls from superstars. I'm holding my heart and it's like, "Oh my God, they are calling me? I am their fan and they love my work!"'
Dipti Sharma made an appearance in a sari in the most-talked about fashion event, the Dolce and Gabbana show.
Celebs who change the rules of the fashion game.
She is a lovely reflection of her mother.
On the hunt for new ways to incorporate colour delicately into your wardrobe? Look no further!
Trisha's on-screen fashion is rather extravagant, true to her royal character. Off-screen she has a friendly, girl-next-door style, who will woo you with her traditional Chennai silk saris and modern glamour.