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Kishore Kumar: Dwarfing The Big Screen
Think of Kishore Kumar and the first thing that comes to mind is his exuberant joie de vivre as a singer, performer and mercurial genius. Privately, however, the legendary singer-actor-filmmaker was neither gregarious nor worried about how his silences would be judged. Hemchhaya De talks to his son for a peek into the short life of one of Bollywoods most interesting personalities.
6 min |
August 31 2015
Femina
7 Ways To Get That 'First Time' Feeling Back
Feeling a bit blah in bed? Anindita Ghosh tells you how to get back that hot and heady rush.
5 min |
October 14 2015
Femina
Top 4 Rules For Great Sex
Why settle for plain ol sex when you can have great in-the-sack action in every situation, says Anindita Ghosh.
4 min |
October 27 2015
Femina
Fashion Entered Into No-Go Zones
Whether it's fixating on butt cracks, nipples or the peek-a-boo penis, fashion's relationship with the human body has entered many no-go zones over the years.
4 min |
October 27 2015
Femina
Anushka Sharma: The Golden Girl
Be it her bold choice of roles, her even bolder decision to produce films at 25 and her confident yet quiet relationship with cricketer Virat Kohli thats based on their middle-class beginnings, Anushka Sharmas got game. She talks to Sandipan Dalal about her past movie loves, roles that are redefi ning her career and future plans to collaborate with young people like her.
5 min |
October 27 2015
Femina
Inspiration For All Unwed Mothers
Nikhat Mariyam Nirusha decided to live life on her own terms when she moved from Allahabad to Mumbai. That resolution was tested the most when she decided to raise her son alone and unmarried. This is Nikhats story in her own words, as told to Shilpa Sharma.
5 min |
October 27 2015
Femina
Alia's New Life
Her career may be in the fast lane, but like any other 20-something today, Alia Bhatt chases happiness in more than one place. Right now, Sandipan Dalal finds, shes decorating her new (pet-friendly) home, going on detox retreats with her family, focusing on her fitness with steely resolve and staying open to love.
5 min |
November 10 2015
Femina
Monisha Jaising: Always A Step Ahead
Monisha Jaising always seems to know what the Indian woman will want to wear tomorrow. This foresight, coupled with creativity and an astute business sense, makes her one of the most formidable names in fashion. In her 25th year in the industry, she talks to Butool Jamal about the art of constant reinvention.
4 min |
November 24 2015
Femina
Locking Down Love
Labelled as the hookup generation, Gen Y is known for giving love a bad name. But Aurelia Fernandes busts some of those myths with her inside scoop
5 min |
November 09 2017
Femina
I Am All About Girl Love
Priyanka Chopra is an early millennial who’s tasted success, yet not been a slave to it. At the height of her fame in the Indian fi lm industry, she tossed it all up for that elusive international dream. Truly a global icon today, PC straddles time zones like a pro. In her personal life too, she is in no hurry to take the plunge. (Take that, you infuriating biological clock). Tanya Chaitanya gabs with the born-to-entertain Priyanka over an exasperating phone connection to fi nally declare that Femina couldn’t have found a more positive poster girl for millennials to topline this anniversary special. Dare call'em lazy now!
5 min |
November 09 2017
Femina
Finance Gets Personal
When it comes to money planning, one size cannot fit all. Your income, expenses and goals all depend on your age and the stage of life you’re at. You’ll be better prepared to face the future if your financial plans change with you. Anika Mohla gets experts to customise strategies that work best for who and where you are at the moment
10 min |
March 15, 2018
Femina
Sex And The Cycle
Your period might make you cranky, but did you know it could also help you have great sex? Madhura Sansare explores the connection between sex, sensitivity and menstruation
5 min |
March 15, 2018
Femina
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
2 min |
March 15, 2018
Femina
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
3 min |
March 15, 2018
Femina
Miss-Matched
Coloured lashes are dominating this season’s looks, and are ideal to top-up your summer sheen with vivid definition
1 min |
June 24, 2019
Femina
Misty Fresh
Hints of pink and drops of dew make for a soft and immaculate makeup look that is always in trend
1 min |
June 24, 2019
Femina
“DEEP DOWN, WE ARE ALL LOOKING FOR VALIDATION”
Artist Indu Harikumar, whose work is based on difficult conversations that centre around being comfortable with yourself, shares her creative pursuits with Shraddha Kamdar
6 min |
June 24, 2019
Femina
Phone A friend
Nikshubha Garg chats with psychologist Shruti Naik, who kicked a cushy job and moved to the interiors of Telangana to help distressed farmers
2 min |
June 24, 2019
Femina
How To Dress For Every Mood
Bold prints, florals, and metallics offer limitless possibilities for day and evening wear. Mayola Almeida shows you how to dress for every mood.
1 min |
June 24, 2019
Femina
Maanvi Gagroo Inhabiting Different Worlds
The Tripling star sheds light on her career, most challenging role, and getting rid of the desperation to do films.
2 min |
July 9, 2019
Femina
Mithali Raj In For The Win
The captain of the Indian women’s cricket team started batting away baseless, women-centric notions way before empowerment became the most trending hashtag. Hop on as she shares her cricketing journey with Shruti Shukla, from struggle to success, and beyond.
7 min |
July 9, 2019
Femina
Driving Force
Dr Anita Sharma, the brain behind On My Own, a driving school for people with disabilities, tells Charlene Flanagan what it takes to be independent in the true sense.
2 min |
July 9, 2019
Femina
Right Back At You
Learn a trick or two from these celebs on the art of deflecting awkward questions
2 min |
July 9, 2019
Femina
Power Pout
Glam up your barely-there makeup look with a bold red lip.
1 min |
July 9, 2019
Femina
Wild Things
Want to crank things up a notch in bed? Move over the usual missionary, doggy, and girl-on-top positions, and try these.
4 min |
July 9, 2019
Femina
The Power Of Laughter
They have had us in splits within moments; we have nodded our heads constantly, identifying with what they say on stage. They have left us wanting for more, long after their gigs ended. This year, Femina’s humour issue brings you some of the country’s most popular stand-up comics, telling their tales in the vein they know best
10+ min |
August 9, 2019
Femina
Through A ‘Comic' Lens
Mounica Tata takes her audience through a rollercoaster of emotions with her illustrations and comics. She tells Nikshubha Garg why they are ideal to put forth a point
4 min |
August 9, 2019
Femina
Woman Of Metal
Ravija Singal, the youngest Asian woman to bag the Ironman Australia title, talks to Arya Chatterjee about her training, goals, and how letting go of negativity is the key to success
3 min |
August 9, 2019
Femina
How To Deal With The Awkward Situations Between The Sheets!
A romp between the sheets is fun, but what if you encounter awkward situations during the act? Neeti Jaychander tells you how to deal with them
5 min |
August 9, 2019
Femina
Play With Pulsating Hues For Vibrant Beauty Looks
Colour shocks make for vibrant beauty looks that captivate and energise. Noopur Arya, senior trainer, Givenchy, and hairstylist, Sanjana Ghedia, show Eden Noronha how to play with pulsating hues
2 min |