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Double Trouble?

One baby’s a handful—can you imagine bringing up two or three! If your ultrasound is looking crowded, Neeti Jaychander has tips on dealing with the adventures ahead.

Soul Sisters

History repeats itself, because some struggles, like the one for equality, are as old as the world. As another International Women’s Day rolls in, we travel back in time to salute women of steel and substance—and find that their spirit endures today in new avatars. Like the heroines of history, our contemporary achievers too braved all odds to stand their ground, disrupt patriarchal systems and lead from the front. Kiran Bedi has fought with the courage of Jhansi ki Rani; Irom Sharmila mirrors the gumption of Sarojini Naidu; and Radhika Apte calls to mind the luminosity of Smita Patil. Meet the modern-day inheritors of an undying flame

Lush and Plush

A visit to an organic farm in Kannur, Kerala convinces Deepa Suryanarayan that skincare can be just as gentle on the environment as it is on your body

Next Stage

Creator of a viral YouTube video, Mithila Palkar says she tried her best to stay away from the spotlight, but it found her anyway. Nikita Sawant chats with the young actor

Diapers On Board

One of the best parts of parenthood is discovering the world through a child’s eyes. Annabelle D’Costa has tips to keep you all happy and safe through the ride.

​Sunset Vibes

Make your eyes pop with this fabulous colour.

An Uncommon Man

When we think of Amol Palekar, we fondly remember heart-warming romantic comedies like Chhoti Si Baat, Chitchor and Gol Maal.Hemchhaya De looks at the body of work that made him our favourite everyman.

How To Get The Hike You Deserve!

Asking for a raise can be an awkward, slippery slope. Suchita Parikh-Mundul has some guidelines to help you get the hike you deserve

Did You Know That Trans Fats Are Your Real Enemies?

Foods with trans fats are high on taste, and low on almost everything else. Neeti Jaychander has the information to put you off them once and for all

Stealing The Scene

Vyjayanthimala did what many thought was impossible for a south Indian actor: take Hindi film dom by storm. Neeti Jaychander studies a brilliant career of over two decades.

How To Deal With Resentment!

Does your man not seem as happy as he should be with your personal and professional growth? Anindita Ghosh speaks to experts to figure out why, and how to deal with it.

Shilpa Shetty - I Am My Fittest Best Today

Actor, wellness motivator, food enthusiast, the labels are endless. What’s incredible about Shilpa Shetty Kundra, though, is her dedication towards staying fit and healthy in a world so hurried. Here, one of the country’s most-sought after fitness influencers, shares her mantra with charlene flanagan and natasha pereira. Photographs by suresh natrajan

How To Make Sure Your Child Eats All That's Good For Her

Dealing with a fussy eater can be hard. Use these tips and tricks to ensure your little munchkin is munching on the right things.

Minimal Inspiration

Summer calls for subtle nails, kept to the bare minimum, says Tatiana Dias.

Hot Right Now

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

Jacqueline Fernandez On Her Success Story

She’s sugar, spice and everything nice. Nikita Sawant chats with Jacqueline Fernandez about her dream role, her increasingly brilliant career graph, plus box office success, and how she keeps up with her craft.

Are You Doing The Work-Life Balancing Act ?

Is your work-life balance in sync with your idea of it? As the lines blur between work and other aspects of your life, Neeti Jaychander helps you step back and reconsider

Understanding UTIs

If not treated at an early stage, urinary tract infections (UTIs) can turn fatal. Hemchhaya De brings you the lowdown on causes, symptoms, treatments and preventions.

The Quickest Guide To The Quickie

Quickies can be deeply erotic, if you know how to make them fun and kinky. Hemchhaya De shows how to bring out your sensual best.

Ankita Lokhande's Bollywood Dreams

The leading lady of primetime television talks about her film debut, prepping for the role, and more.

Sex Ideas For 2019 Hot, Hotter, Hottest

From fun role-playing games to steamy sex in the shower, Hemchhaya De lists out resolutions you must make for a more engaging sex life in 2019.

7 Money Moves To Take This Year

The way you treat your money will decide the state of your financial stability in the future. Steer clear of these common faux pas and grow your money in a healthy way.

Work On Yourself To Be Happy

Entrepreneur and philanthropist Zarina Screwvala believes the sure-fire way to be happy is to work on yourself and be a better person. She talks to Femina about her success mantra, inspiring journey, and how she’s empowering rural India.

Make Way For The Divas

The winners of Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva 2018 are all set to take the world by storm. They talk to Kriti Saraswat-Satpathy about their journey, dreams, and plans.

Rashi Mal Star On The Rise

The young actor who made her Bollywood debut in Helicopter Eela alongside Kajol, talks about working with the actor, her TV stint, and upcoming projects

The Iron Lady

Tanu Shree Pareek, India’s first woman combat officer of the BSF, talks to Nikita Sawant about the trials and triumphs of being part of the forces.

Musicals Live On Forever

Raell Padamsee’s work reflects the legacy she received from her parents. The renowned theatre personality talks to Nikita Sawant about the joys of putting up plays.

Crazy, Stupid, LOVE

The heart wants what the heart wants. Throw in distractions like difference of caste, creed, religion, geography, but a connection once made is for good. We map the happily ever afters of four couples who allowed love to win! Over to.

I've Never Thought Of My Screen Characters As Being A Particular Age

@Tabutiful is her Instagram handle. Follow her and you’d agree with the nomenclature of the handle. Yet her beauty is just one of the many things that define this actor, who has stayed relevant in a highly ageist film industry which is itching to shove a woman actor over age 35 into that deep, dark abyss called peripheral roles. Femina Editor Tanya Chaitanya meets the consummate actor, equally loved in commercial and parallel cinema, to know how she continues to keep the audience, especially the hard-to-please millennials, marvelling at her acting chops

Shriya Pilgaonkar And Her Comfort Zone

The versatile actor talks about how she caught the acting bug, portraying Sweety in Mirzapur, and projects in the pipeline