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Aamir Khan As The Modern Dronacharya!

The timing of every Aamir Khan film raises an intriguing question . Does he nurse a secret saviour complex?. 

Ranveer Singh: I Still Consider Myself A Novice

Was one of the first actors I ever interviewed — and I was among the first journalists to interview him. As an intern at a tabloid, I never got to interview stars, but as a senior editor put it while dispatching me to Yash Raj Studios for a round of group interviews for Band Baaja Baaraat, “that guy looks hopeless. He has no future; I don’t care what you get.”

Exploring the Brothel

Modern Indian film-makers are rarely tempted to explore the world of prostitutes and call girls. When they do venture to do so, the outcome is unpredictable — as in the case of Begum Jaan.

48 Hours In Berlin

No other city seamlessly straddles a strained past with an all-accepting present in the way Berlin does.

India's Man in Hollywood

You’ve probably missed Mumbai boy Tabrez Noorani’s name in the credit roll of dozens of big Hollywood films in the last decade. That cloak of anonymity is set to disappear soon, with his debut film as director.

John Abraham- A Man More Than The Sum Of His (Considerable) Parts

Whatever John Abraham loves, he literally owns — cars and motorcycles, a football team, a production house and soon, a fitness venture.

15 Questions With Parineeti Chopra

Our cover girl holds a triple honours degree, collects paper bags as a hobby and loves dating under blankets

The Latest Men's Fashion Trends: Made To Measure

A custom fit is key for the new-age Indian man, who doesn’t mind shelling out the extra bucks on a unique, personalised wardrobe. 

Who Will Win The T20 World Cup?

India… or pretty much any of the major teams, if you go by what those in the know are saying. One thing is for sure – the format has democratised cricket to the extent that form often doesn’t matter.

The Anthem Maker

Three chartbusting tracks down, ‘Saturday Saturday’, ‘DJ Waley Babu’ and ‘Chull’, rapper Badshah’s party has just begun.

Shikhar Dhawan

When he’s not on the field, the cricketer can be found pumping his biceps at the gym or taking his kids for a swim.

A Tale Of Two Directors- Abhishek Chaubey And Anu Menon

Udta Punjab and Waiting are clearly major stylistic departures from their earlier films, for two of the most talented directors working in Bollywood today. 

Not Just A Tapas Trail

No matter what part of Spain you’re in, you’re assured of a feast of incredible meats, organic produce and stellar wine. 

Audi Goes Electric With New SUV

e-tron, the German carmaker’s full-sized electric SUV, is set for an India launch at the end of 2019.

Yes! Desserts Are Not Guilty Pleasures Anymore

Making desserts healthy is a constant challenge these days, but some of these restaurateurs and dessert chains have decided to make the impossible happen. From sugarfree options to vegan goodness, controlled calorie offerings and natural ingredients, desserts are not guilty pleasures anymore.

Nawaz Calling Kalki

If there is one actor in the past few years who has managed to make a transition from being on the sidelines to the centre of attention, it has to be Nawazuddin Siddiqui. And, if there is one actress who has maintained the perfect balance between commercial films and indie cinema, it’s Kalki Koechlin. We thought it would be a great idea to bring them together to discuss cinema, their preparation processes for roles and to talk about the most challenging on-screen experiences they have had.

Will BMW Z4 Convertible Reach The Parts That Its Predecessor Did Not!

The new BMW Z4 convertible seeks to reach the parts that its predecessor did not.

What Is Being ‘Man Enough'?

Eight Goan and international artists seek to reinterpret the inherent chaos and adopted order of broad-brush masculinity in our changing social discourse.

Rajkummar Rao on His Love For Eyewear And Shoes

The actor tells us about his love for eyewear and shoes, and why comfort matters more than following conventional trends

Guru Randhawa- The King Of Clubs

Bollywood music can be best described as “Zumba-ready” these days. While the last two decades saw a wave of original music, timeless melodies and rich lyrics, today’s OSTs are for quick ear munching. Music is consumed at pubs, during drives and at the gym – and Guru Randhawa is both an example of and exception to this pop culture behaviour. He’s everywhere, and it is (aslmost) impossible to hate him.

Is There Redemption For The #MeTooIndia Accused?

I have had a huge amount of difficulty finishing this piece. I’ve written and rewritten this three to four times, deleting the entire thing a few times as well. I don’t think it has been because I have nothing to say; I have a lot to say, but I genuinely do not know how to say it without sounding insincere...

Bradley Cooper On Being A Better Actor Now

Bradley Cooper on deal breakers, his admiration for Robert De Niro, the biggest change in his career, becoming a director and working with Lady Gaga in his latest movie a star is born.

Keto Goes Mainstream

The ketogenic — or ‘keto’ — diet, is one that is low in carbohydrates, high in fat and adequate in protein. While it was originally developed as a way to help children with epilepsy, the meteoric rise in its popularity this year has led to a surge in keto-friendly products and restaurant menus, WhatsApp support groups, and more. Shweta Mehta Sen decodes the fad.

Why Ms Dhoni!

Bharat Sundaresan is among the sharpest minds writing on cricket today. In this excerpt from his new book The Dhoni Touch (Penguin Random House India), he delves into the time when the wicketkeeper-batsman became the face of Chennai Super Kings over Virender Sehwag, once former National Selector VB Chandrasekhar convinced team owner N Srinivasan of his potential. The latter would admittedly go on to veto against Dhoni's axeing as India captain in 2013.

10 Best Wellness Centres In India

With today’s frenetic pace of life, getaways that offer more than just a plush suite and great room service are increasingly in demand. 

Emraan Hashmi On Playing Azhar, His Son's Cancer And Not Worrying About Faliure

Emraan Hashmi Stars in films that most A-Listers would be suspicious of, refuses to attend Bollywood parties-Either for the photo.ops or to mingle with his colleagues-and manages to hold his own in an industry crouded with me-tools.

Alia Bhatt: Inventing Her Own Grammar Of Acting

Never mind her goof up in a general knowledge quiz — Alia Bhatt has proved she has the smarts to overhaul standard romcom stereotypes with persuasive ease.

Wriddhiman Saha: A Man Whose Time Has Come

If good things do, in fact, come to those who wait, Wriddhiman Saha is in for the time of his life. Few cricketers have had to wait as long to fill a position they were a natural and perfect fit for. 

Audi A4 & Auti A3: We Are Family

The refreshed Audi A3 looks very much like the A4, but it’s also its own car. By Pablo Chaterji

The 10 Best Peated Whiskies

A definitive guide for all those who love the lasting flavour of full-bodied, smoky whiskies.