Harper's Bazaar India Magazine - March 2021

In this issue

Highlights of Harper’s Bazaar India March - 2021, issue:

As Bazaar celebrates its 12th Anniversary, we turn to our special theme of Connect and Collaborate. The power packed issue features several powerful voices from the fashion, art, beauty, and entrepreneur fields. Covergirl Sonam Kapoor Ahuja turns muse in the freshest couture collections, photographed in a 17th-century mansion in London, as she speaks about about her family, her husband, and the relationships that have influenced her throughout her life. Parliamentarian Mahua Moitra opens up about her life and her inner-truth that inspires her to continue speaking up for change. And Dia Mirza champions environmental rights as she relives the memories of growing up around nature, and brings up the urgent changes we need to make to protect our planet’s future. Leading Indian designers also invite us into their ateliers—Rahul Mishra, Tarun Tahiliani, Shantanu & Nikhil, Namrata Joshipura, Pankaj & Nidhi, among others—to honour the faces and hands behind each exquisite garments: the karigars who have spent their lives perfecting their craft. And in a special collaboration, couturier JJ Valaya photographs the leading thinkers and talents of India as they speak about their favourite books—Shashi Tharoor, Sanjana Sanghi, Karuna Nundy, AD Singh, Neeti Palta, and Palak Shah. Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas speaks about her latest book and her views on life, while designer and entrepreneur Waris Ahluwalia takes a journey with his memories of tea. And celebrated lensman Raghu Rai and his wife Gurmeet Rai share their first-ever collaboration in penning a book together. Finally, in beauty, India’s most iconic supermodels share with us how their perception of their own looks and beauty has evolved over the years, and a special travel story traces American novelist Ernest Hemingway’s life in Cuba.
A celebration, it is! #Bazaarturns12

STRONGER TOGETHER

For the first time in 15 years, two of the country’s most powerful fashion platforms—Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) in Delhi and Lakmé Fashion Week (LFW) in Mumbai—joined forces to host one phygital, seasonless edition that was streamed across social media channels. A prudent decision, many stated; one lauded for the collaborative efforts to preserve an industry impacted by the global pandemic. In a special conversation with Bazaar, Sunil Sethi and Jaspreet Chandok share their views on the historic decision and the future of Indian fashion...

7 mins

THE MIGHTY, MIGHTY BIRKIN

How the Hermès carryall withstood trends and weathered seasons to become an indelible part of the culture.

5 mins

Can Women Build A Better World?

With more finances and funds at their disposal, female entrepreneurs help in accelerating social progress. Here is how...

6 mins

ON TOP OF HER GAME

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has mastered the art of reinventing herself—as an actor, musician, and now author with the release of her memoir, Unfinished. In an exclusive with Bazaar, she shares her journey, life during quarantine with husband Nick Jonas, and more...

6 mins

INDIA ON A PLATE

Celebrity chef Sarah Todd marries classical Indian favours with French techniques in her latest cookbook.

2 mins

THE BONDS OF LOVE

Covergirl Sonam Kapoor Ahuja's guiding light through life has been the beauty of connections. It shines forth in the lifelong relationships she has forged, and the unconditional support she receives from those closest to her—her parents, sibling, husband, and friends. In an intimate conversation with Bazaar, the actor shares the abiding truth that has been her North Star: love.

10+ mins

REBEL WITH A CAUSE

Parliamentarian Mahua Moitra is unapologetic, unafraid, and here to make her voice heard. Bazaar gets to know the woman everybody is talking about...

10+ mins

NATURE LOVERS

In a first, two prominent advocates for the cause of environment protection have a conversation about the urgent actions needed to safeguard our future. Dr Krithi Karanth, Director of Centre for Wildlife Studies, speaks with actor Dia Mirza, champion of environmental rights, about her work and views.

8 mins

The Power Of Sisterhood

Mothers, daughters, and sisters...they are the women who shape us and teach us the value of female bonds. In a special Bazaar feature, we speak with four leading families of India, to celebrate the relationship they share.

10 mins

THE SUPERS

They have witnessed an exclusive industry become inclusive. They have dealt with the changing norms of beauty. They have battled countless hurdles to stay at the top of their game. Meet India’s most celebrated supermodels as they connect with their inner beauty, and share their journey of self-love, acceptance, and evolution in the modelling world that is as unforgiving as it is glamorous.

5 mins

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Harper's Bazaar India Magazine Description:

Harper's Bazaar India is a monthly fashion and lifestyle magazine published by the India Today Group. It is the Indian edition of the American fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar.

The magazine was launched in 1996 and is currently the most popular fashion magazine in India. It covers a wide range of fashion topics, including runway trends, beauty, and celebrity style. The magazine also features interviews with leading fashion figures, as well as articles on culture, art, and lifestyle.

Harper's Bazaar India has been praised for its high-quality editorial content and its stunning fashion photography. The magazine has won numerous awards, including the Elle Style Awards India and the Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Female Awards.

Here are some of the features of Harper's Bazaar India Magazine:

* High-quality editorial content: Harper's Bazaar India features in-depth articles on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. The magazine also features interviews with leading fashion figures.
* Focus on Indian fashion: Harper's Bazaar India also features Indian fashion designers and models. The magazine is committed to promoting Indian fashion on the global stage.
* Focus on lifestyle: Harper's Bazaar India goes beyond fashion to explore a wide range of lifestyle topics, such as travel, food, and health.