Dia Mirza Is Pushing For A Sustainable New World

For actor Dia Mirza, being ‘eco-conscious‘ is more than a trendy buzzword—it is the life she has been living and pushing for, for decades. In an exclusive interview with cosmo ed nandini bhalla, the actor, producer, social activist, and un environment goodwill ambassador raises her voice to call for environmental justice.

Is Flirting Cheating?

Because the answer to this isn’t black and white, here’s what 10 relationship experts think.

Rising Like a Phoenix

TAHIRA KASHYAP KHURRANA IS A BRAVEHEART WITH MUCH WISDOM TO SHARE. IN CONVERSATION WITH COSMO ED NANDINI BHALLA, OUR DIGITAL COVERGIRL GETS CANDID ABOUT HER BATTLE WITH CANCER, HER ENDLESS SUPPLY OF INNER STRENGTH, AND WHY ACCEPTING YOUR FLAWS IS THE TRUE ROUTE TO SELF-LOVE.

Can't Hold Her Down SWARA BHASKER

OUR DIGITAL COVERSTAR IS HERE TO MAKE MEMORABLE FILMS...BUT ALSO TO STAND UP AND SPEAK UP AGAINST INJUSTICES. COSMO ED NANDINI BHALLA GETS TO KNOW SWARA BHASKER—AND HER INNER STRENGTH—BETTER, AS THE ACTOR REVEALS WHAT’S ON HER MIND, IN A MANNER THAT IS REFRESHINGLY DIRECT.

Zombie-ing Is The Latest Dating Trend

And it’s here to f*ck up your life during coronavirus. AKA: don’t be surprised if you start hearing from people who ghosted you!

What Are Ear Seeds and Can They Honestly Help with Anxiety?

Or do they just look really chic?

Is it Sexual Tension Or Just A Crush? Here's How To Tell

If other people comment on your sexual tension, you know for sure it’s on like Donkey Kong.

7 Things That Happen To Your Body When You Quit Sugar

Cutting down on sugar can help you shed those stubborn kilos, have better immunity, stay happier, and more! We help you (re)discover some key (science-backed) goodnesses...

Fresh FACE in TOWN

SANJANA SANGHI, the new-kid-on-the-block, has already tasted MEGA SUCCESS—her debut project Dil Bechara is one of BOLLYWOOD’S most watched films! Cosmo Editor NANDINI BHALLA speaks to the young actor about her GROWING-UP years, the power of SISTERHOOD, MALE GAZE in CINEMA, and how KIZIE BASU (her character from the film) will stay with her forever.

Movie Theatres, We Miss You

Remember when we could sit in a room and laugh/cry with other people?

For the Love of Local

We are back again with seven stylish women, who have a strong affinity towards homegrown labels, as they show us the pieces they will forever be crushing over.

Cute Dogs, Cute Nails, and Cute Jewellery - Because You Deserve It

2020 has been a LOT.

What Exactly Is Vegan Leather?

The journey of ‘imposter’ leather has been a fascinating one. We dig deeper to understand what it is and how we can contribute to a sustainable and cruelty-free future by opting for leather’s vegan alternative.

Jacqueline Fernandez's Life In Lockdown

The actor opens up to Cosmo about how she is keeping busy, the shows on her binge-watch list, and a whole lot more...

Is Body Neutrality The New Body Positivity?

How many times have you been told to ‘love’ your body for what it is? But, a new movement says we should just ‘accept’ it, with all its flaws, without adoring or loathing it. Cosmo guest columnist Priya-Alika Elias makes a strong case for why it may be time to alter the discourse and the perception.

KALKI GETS REAL

Bollywood's favourite 'unconventional girl' gets candid with Cosmo Editor Nandini Bhalla, about motherhood, the choice to stay unmarried for now, and why she's kinda over being labelled 'unconventional'.

Say Hello to INDIA'S MUSIC MAKERS

Spanning across genres, this young lot is making the world dance to their tunes! Meet some of the country’s most talented maestros—singers, songwriters, musicians, and more—frontlining a new era for the Indian music industry.

Inside the Cult of Clean Beauty

It claims to be better for your face and to stop effing up the planet, but can ‘clean beauty’ deliver on its many promises? Kate Pasola overhauls her routine for a month to find out.

The Many Moods of Regina

Actor Regina Cassandra turned her home into a fantasy island amidst the lockdown to play dress up for Cosmo. Turning the focus on happy hues, feminine prints, and iridescent accents, Regina speaks about her Bollywood debut, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and more.

Astrology Has an Explanation For Every Millennial Stereotype You've Ever Heard!

Actually, just hand this to your dad and go make some avo toast.

For the Love of Local

In Part Two of the series, we continue to advocate all things indigenous. Here, six sartorial aesthetes throw open their closets for Cosmo, to reveal the most coveted made-in-India occupants in there.

An Introvert's Guide to Thriving At Work

Open-plan spaces, lean-in culture, shouty colleagues...sometimes it feels like offices are designed to help only extroverts succeed. But can you still kick *ss in your career if you’re an introvert? Of course, you just need to know how.

Exactly What Your Hair Needs (According to Your Zodiac Sign)

We have done the astro math and you’d be surprised how well it works.

Must Love Pets (To Beat The Stress)

Any pet owner will tell you that living with a furry friend comes with a heap of benefits, like constant companionship, love, and affection. Based on a survey*, 90% of pet owners consider the animal a part of their families. This factor alone reinforces the role of these animal-human connections. But, there’s something else that’s an even greater advantage: pets help you deal with stress!

How to Overhaul Brand You

Potential employers are snooping around your social media. Terrifying? It doesn’t have to be. Here’s how to prime your platform to perfection.

Can You Build A Better Brain?

If you want to enhance your emotional resilience, become razor-sharp at work and lower your risk of neurological diseases, you’ll need to boost your brainpower. Here’s how...