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Speed Demon

Mira Erda has been fl irting with the physics of Formula One racing since she was nine. Nikita Sawant catches up with the 17-year-old in a tearing hurry

Star Trekker

Annabelle D’Costa tells you how to pack like a pro before you head to the hills for your first trek

No Filter Required

Amyra Dastur has been making news as a rising star and someone who isn’t afraid of being seen for who she is. Chirag Mohanty Samal speaks to the gutsy young actor.

Shelter From The Storm

Has anyone ever told you you’re too sensitive? Smarita Sengupta, who provides a safe space for survivors of human trafficking, is proof that there is no such thing. Nikita Sawant chats with the crusader.

Speed Demon

Mira Erda has been flirting with the physics of Formula One racing since she was nine. Nikita Sawant catches up with the 17-year-old in a tearing hurry

Warrior Queen

For someone who’s been in the news so much, Kangana Ranaut still has the power to surprise you—whether she’s defying death on the sets of her new film, looking for love in her own cautious way or building a dream villa in Manali.

Off The Wall

As a child, Divya Ramachandran drew pictures to tame her hyperactivity and keep her mind engaged. Years later, she’s using the same approach to change children’s lives.

Tried, Tested,Awarded

The third edition of the Nykaa.com Femina Beauty Awards 2017 started off on a high note in Mumbai. Kannagi Desai recalls the highlights of the glamorous evening that celebrated all things beautiful.

Why Secrets Ruin Relationships

How do you know your partner is keeping things from you? Hemchhaya De shares how to read tell-tale signs

Unbox Yourself

August is the month to celebrate our collective freedom as Indians. But as individuals who are bound by societal norms, it is important to undo the shackles that hold us back, professionally, personally and even spiritually. Our big story analyses our conditioning and how much it takes to shrug it off and declare our choices loud and clear

Let's talk about SEX

Delhi girl Niyati Sharma speaks to Hemchhaya De about her volunteer-based initiative, Pratisandhi, which aims to spread awareness about sexual health among young adults

Revenge Sex

It’s only human to feel betrayed and humiliated after being dumped. But will sex with a vengeance ease the pain.

Hot Right Now

All that’s fresh and fun on the beauty shelf.

Happiness Is Underrated

There’s more to Adah Sharma than meets the eye. For starters, she’s ambidextrous, plays the piano, and is a top-notch gymnast. Nikita Sawant catches up with the chirpy young actor.

One Track Mind

Rein in all those buzz-killing thoughts and have the best orgasm ever withthese tips on mindful sex from Chirag Mohanty Samal.

Bend It Like Nighat

She was only 19 when Nadiya Nighat became Kashmir’s first-ever female football coach. Today her ambition ranges much further. 

Style Parade

Femina Showcase 2017 brought to the fore some of the season’s hottest trends in fashion and beauty from leading national an international brands.

Victory Lap

The winners of fbb Colors Femina Miss India 2017 are beautiful, smart and raring to make a difference. Nikita Sawant and Rushmika Banerjee introduce us to this year’s crown princesses.

Cycle Of Life

Our body clock controls when we wake up, what our hormones get up to and even our body temperature. The bad news? It can go completely out of whack. The good news? You can reset it.

Jacque Of All Trades: Jacqueline Fernandez

Jacqueline Fernandez is on a mission to make her CV run into several pages. Her filmography is growing fast, she’s mastered social media, and she can make a mean banana walnut muffin. Plus, she has loads of plans for the future that include making documentaries. All this, she tells Sandipan Dalal, leaves her with no time for love.

Sorry, Not Available

It’s not always the guy who fears commitment. If you’re the one hiding behind a wall in your relationship, Anindita Ghosh tells you how to ID the problem and break the cycle forever

Exhale Stress, Inhale Calm

Ready to blow a fuse and it’s only 2 pm on a Tuesday? Mridula Vinod suggests simple exercises to help you keep your hair on.

Just Getting Started

Just two years old in the movie business and Kriti Sanon already has four successes and a stunning Mumbai apartment to show for it. Beginner’s luck? You ain’t seen nothin’ yet

Married And Meh

The seven-year itch is real and there are studies to prove it. Anupama Bijur finds experts to talk about the signs you should watch out for.

Are You Ruining Your Skin?

So you watch out for parabens in your body wash, ammonia in your hair colour and phthalates in your perfume, but there might be bigger offenders sneaking into your daily skin care.

How To Talk To Your Child About Sex!

You know you’ve got to get down to it, but walking through a minefield seems easier.Neeti Jaychander tells you how to talk to your child about sex.

Remembering Amma (1948-2016)

Although her foray into the limelight was unplanned and reluctant, J Jayalalithaa’s career was nothing short of extraordinary—sometimes even more dramatic than a film script. Neeti Jaychander looks back at the lesser-known side of one of India’s most formidable politicians.

Married To The Myth

To build a good marriage, you need love and acceptance. To build a bad one, you need dumb rules and unreal expectations. Chirag Mohanty Samal tackles a few of those.

How To Deal With Meddlesome People Politely Yet Firmly

Whatever the situation—a job hunt, moving out, a divorce or postponing having a child—‘well-wishers’ in your life are sure to enquire after it. Mridula Vinod shows you how to politely, but firmly, deflect nosy parkers.

Trap And Tame The Office Gossip

Office gossip is not as harmless as it seems, and there’s no one more dangerous than the sneak spreading it around.