In an exclusive interview, the award-winning screenwriter and lyricist talks about the transience of life, his love for reading, and why it’s important to contribute to society before the time is up
Author: Asmita Aggarwal (Asmita Aggarwal)
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What NRIs need to know about the desi stitch to denim
Denim has survived the ravages of time, and surpassed countless trends as well. It is globally now not just an ensemble for the rough road, but has been labelled luxe by celebrity designers
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Exclusive: Kamal Haasan eases into role as fashion designer, eyes NRI market in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for label’s expansion
“We (Indians) were one of the world’s earliest weavers in the world, and we have such a rich tradition. I thought we should showcase it. I fell in love with the idea and pursued it,” says the star in an exclusive interview
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Colours are my oxygen; for me, everything is about beauty, says Raseel Gujral
The interior designer on what it means to be the daughter of a celebrity father, her detachment from social media, and why making art accessible gives her peace
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Exclusive: Photography is poetry in the mundane, says Raghu Rai
A protégé of French artist Henri Cartier-Bresson, Raghu Rai was awarded the Padma Shri in 1972. He won the coveted first edition of the Académie des beaux-arts Photography Award - William Klein more recently in 2019. His journey of over five decades in the world of photography is replete with emotions. Here is why
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Exclusive: Renowned painter Paresh Maity’s hunger for all things new, from cricket to clothes
The Padma Shri winner gets candid about his love for music, the hard way up, and the marvel of life
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Chak De! India actress Sagarika Ghatge’s hand-painted sarees takes you to an era of chiffon and pearls
The brand Akutee, pays homage to all the women in the family, past and present, and other ancestral members of the Ghatge dynasty
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What’s all the fuzz about?
From Indian designers to celebrities at Festival de Cannes, every fashion aficionado has welcomed this year’s Pantone Color of the Year - Peach Fuzz. The color's very essence of peace and empathy may have stolen hearts, yet there's more to heal the world
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These Indian designers are making sustainable fashion global
The best thing you can do for the planet is to produce less and to produce only with meaning and love, especially when it comes to fashion which is not a basic need.
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NRIs and high fashion during the festival season
Functionality, repeat-wear, bright hues and woven textiles with a contemporary makeover are beckoning global festive wear buyers, who long for subtle detailing and fuss-free multifunctional clothing.