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A Matter Of Perspective
Madhu Jain reminisces about the books that she grew up with and discovers that the passage of time sometimes changes their understanding and impact….
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November-December 2018
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My Friend, Neena
She has danced with her on stage, performed with her in plays and shared many of her life-changing moments, both professional and personal. And now, as her compatriot continues to earn accolades for a game-changing role in a record-smashing film, author and editor Sathya Saran rewinds to some of her friend’s most meaningful turning points
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November-December 2018
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Divya Dureja
She ties together multiple bodies of work as a poet, curator, DJ and psychologist. Shreya Ila Anasuya meets one of the smart, savvy and sensitive new faces of mental health and LGBTQIA+ rights in India
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November-December 2018
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Peas in a Pod
She’s Indian, he’s Swiss, and the duo serves up everything from Mexican, Maharashtrian and Japanese to Burmese and authentic French cuisine. Chef couple Shilarna Vaze and Christophe Perrin of Gaia Gourmet chat with Tina Dastur about their adventures with food.
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Confessions Of A Shopaholic
On a day filled with shop-hopping at Phoenix Marketcity, Aashna Shroff dives into some wholesome retail therapy. She rewinds to time well-spent at the sprawling mall
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Raising The Bar
Cocktails and canapés are the stuff that leisurely hours are made of. Shatbhi Basu, Harry’s Bar + Café, and Sanju Arora, The Irish House tell Zaral Shah how innovative concoctions keep the bonhomie flowing.
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Poised Debutante- Athiya Shetty
Born to the big screen, she preens and poses in front of the camera with innate grace, Bollywood debutante Athiya Shetty, brimming with surprises, dreams and Candour, speaks about her first steps towards fame, to Zaral Shah.
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April 2016
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Top 3 Indian Models Who Are Ruling The World's Ramp
Indian models, who are making a mark globally today, are ripping apart the status quo, deep-seated industry prejudices and home truths that try to box them in. Verve welcomes their confidence, candour and convictions, and raises a toast to these showstoppers
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May 2016
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Small Is Beautiful
An ancient art form used to express present-day narratives, miniatures continue to influence ateliers and galleries. The meticulous techniques and elaborate motifs provide impetus to embark on personal journeys, finds Amishi Parekh
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July 2016
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Once Upon A Drape
Celebrated for its versatility and comfort, the sari spells grace and elegance like none other. Border & Fall’s latest project The Sari Series — part of which Verve is associate producer of — gives us many reasons and ways to don saris frequently, learns Huzan Tata
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October 2017
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The Sophisticate
Even though she says a solitaire is her favourite accessory and we believe that she can carry off a variety of looks with elan, the one thing that she always sports with unparalleled aplomb, although unconsciously, is an undeniable aura. Sridevi — one of Indian cinema’s biggest superstars and a legend in her own right — talks to Shraddha Jahagirdar-Saxena about the evolution of her style, making a statement and living her roles…
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October 2017
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Beyond The Sparkling Lights
So much more than a fashion capital, Paris holds secrets just waiting to be sought out
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October 2017
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World Wide Wunderkinds
The future belongs to content creators, but there’s a catch, expounds Jose Covaco, every Indian pop culture follower’s favourite funny man
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August 2017
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Virtually Famous
Anyone who can build a network of fans online is entitled to their 15 seconds of fame. Instead of worshipping celebrities, you can become one yourself
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August 2017
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The Indie Actor
A poster girl for regional and art-house cinema, she is equally at ease doing Hindi, Marathi, Telugu and Bengali films — and is sitting pretty with plum projects in her kitty. Actor Radhika Apte — who is passionate about acting but hates the trappings of fame — talks to Huzan Tata about the creative world that forms her universe
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August 2017
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The Millennial Star
In the new age, many public figures have jumped onto the virtual bandwagon with all its trappings. Actor Sonam Kapoor is one of the earliest to have successfully conquered the space with clever panache
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August 2017
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Search. Follow. Repeat
The millennial’s plain-to-pretty regimen is as quick as a digital jiffy. From celebrity beauty blogs to mascara wand-wielding cyber fairy godmothers, looking rad is just a ‘ping’ away.
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August 2017
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Under The Southern Sky
Walk along the promenade and glimpse the wonderful wildlife in Durban, stand under the starry night or venture out into the untainted topography of Cape Town.... The coastal cities of South Africa give Zaral Shah a taste of nature in its finest form
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August 2017
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Why Artists Need To Stop Looking To The West For Validation?
Why do critics, curators, collectors, artists and historians in India tend to judge a work according to the dictates of the Western canon.
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July 2016
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Tale Of Two Sisters
Like the brush-wielding masters of the Mughal courts, they’ve made a career out of painting miniatures that explore themes of history, culture and identity. The Singh Twins take Huzan Tata through their inspirations and intricate canvases.
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July 2016
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Feathers In Her Nest
Artist and photographer Manisha Gera Baswani invites Arthy Muthanna Singh into her art-laden home and speaks to her of life and muses
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July 2016
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Vidya Balan 'I Am The Centre Of My Universe!'
In a world flush with designer gowns and Western labels, she takes great pride in sashaying down red carpets in saris and home-grown couture. Arguably one of the most natural performers in contemporary cinema, Vidya Balan packs a punch on celluloid. The down-to-earth actor speaks to Shraddha Jahagirdar-Saxena about being an exception to the rule, following her heart and living life on her own terms.
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August 2016
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Wired and Spun
The internet plays a pivotal role in helping younger brands gain a foothold and even achieve commercial success. Nittal Chandarana surveys the burgeoning realm of conscientious labels that lean on the web to promote the cause of eco-friendly apparel and fair practices
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April 2017
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The Dreamers
Parmesh Shahani encounters some audacious voices of young Indians in a new book
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April 2018
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The Pleasure Principle
When you walk down that make-up aisle or browse through offerings online, you come away with more than just a product. Faye Remedios introduces you to the curative universe of beauty retail therapy.
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April 2018
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In Search Of Happiness
A quest for emotional well-being drives the generation of impermanence, discovers Preksha Sharma
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February 2018
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Just Passing Through Kolkata
As Shreya Ila Anasuya revisits the city that she once knew so well, she takes us on a tour that highlights the multicultural make-up of various quarters in Bengal’s capital…
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June - July 2019
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Murder, She Wrote
Dipping into her experiences in the sartorial world, Amina Akhtar pens #FashionVictim, a thriller about a killer in the already cut-throat fashion industry. The former style editor connects the dots from reality to fiction in an interaction with Sholeen Damarwala.
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October 2018
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Words In Paradise
The Mountain Echoes Literary Festival brings together authors and singers all under the attentive eye of Bhutan’s Royal Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, in an oasis of calm. Madhu Jain is charmed by the fairy-tale aspect of the place.
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October 2018
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'Part Of My Heritage Is To Give Back….'
Documentary film-maker, adventurer, jewellery designer and public speaker Céline Cousteau speaks to Shirin Mehta of her recent India visit as an ambassador for The TreadRight Foundation. She tells us about exploring and filming the deep Amazon and its indigenous tribes and being on the research vessel Calypso with her legendary explorer-oceanographer grandfather, Jacques Cousteau...
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