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SALMAN KHAN AND JACQUELINE FERNANDEZ The eternal Godfatherfigure to damsels dancing into tinseltown, the 52-year old actor takes time to share his special bond and unique history with the gorgeous mainstream actress, as together they prepare to unleash the latest franchise, Race 3 on their legion of fans.

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10 RICHARD GERE WEDS ALEJANDRA SILVA HELLO! takes you into the fairytale love story and hearty celebrations of the wedding that has everybody referring to the bride as Richard Gere’s new Pretty Woman! From how they met, fell in love and tided over obstacles, even how he opened a window into Buddhism for her… it is a complete Hollywood saga 18 PRINCE HARRY WEDS MEGHAN MARKLE The much-awaited royal wedding was packed with a rich sense of royal protocol. Adding charm to the portraits are custom-made outfits for all the family, even the newest generation of little aristocrats. Amidst the fanfare, the beautiful bride shone in her custom-made Givenchy gown while her husband, Prince Harry, chose to take his vows in military uniform

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22 ALKESH AND RAAKHE KAPOOR TANDON They are the quintessential power-couple.

He is the founder of DoIT Smart Hospitality and she is the Founder & CEO, Art Capital (India) Pvt Ltd. The couple meet HELLO! in the posh environment of their new A Club, a concept space 29 HIT REFRESH: THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS HELLO! features three books that illuminate pathways to finding happiness – each book offers a different perspective on how to achieve that elusive but increasingly important goal of GDH (Gross Domestic Happiness) 42 TOASTING COUTURE AND COMPANIONSHIP In a season where one revels in simple pastimes with friends, Delhi-based designer Isha Rajpal hosts a bevvy of her fashionable friends to celebrate style and superlative kinship 50 THE POWER OF THREE A cluster of three dynamic women from Mumbai – Cecelia Morelli Parikh, Surily DP Goel, and Kajal Fabiani – toast friendship and the spirit of being BFFs to each other over the years

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56 CONTEMPORARY CREATIVITY FROM ACROSS SOUTH-EAST ASIA Anticipating a new spurt of young art talent from around South-East Asia, Astaguru presents a fresh catalogue featuring contemporary artists from across the region THE ERA OF THE SUPERMOMS 58 PADMA LAKSHMI The New York-based celebrity chef, author of best-selling cookbooks, model, actor and endorsement princess, takes time out to contemplate how motherhood entered her life and how she regained her original shape slowly and naturally OF INDIA

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62 KARINA BUXANI Daughter of insta-celebrity and HK-based socialite Sunita Vachani, the 28-year old Karina shows that she has inherited her mom’s proclivity for living healthy, even as she juggles creative work and plays a perfect 10 mom to two little munchkins 66 KHUSHNAZ TURNER The Mumbai-based blogger (KAT Diaries) talks about the different phases she went through as a mother and how today, she finds it easy to balance fitness, parenting and keeping an up-to-themoment blog 74 FASHION The hautest style trends fresh off the runway and a sartorial tale of the power of sustainability beautifully showcased by designer Payal Khandwala and her muse, Adhuna Bhabani 78 BEAUTY AND WELLNESS Recreate Deepika Padukone’s fierce Cannes beauty, learn of celebrity makeup artist Shaan Muttathil’s on-set beauty secrets, and stay updated with the most lust-worthy beauty trends of this sultry season 86 GOOD LIVING Showcasing the best summer escapades for the discerning traveler, escape to the Maldives with songstress Kanika Kapoor and Iceland with designer, Pallavi Mohan after exploring the chic space of Arth (designed by design connoisseur, Gauri Khan), salivating over the treats from the Orient Express and finding the ideal gifting solution for every occassion with The Luxebox

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94 ANTRA MOTIWALA WEDS MOHIT MARWAH The dashing couple took their vows off the coast of Ras Al Khaimah in a series of magical celebrations that saw the crême de la crême of B-town and industry in loyal attendance

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR letterstohello@gmail.com A WELLNESS TREAT Oo lala! Just when I thought HELLO! could spring no more surprises on me, I was proven wrong once again. Your latest May 2018 ‘Wellness Special’ issue was just fabulous, from cover to cover. /M\\QVO \PM RM\ [M\\QVO 4Q[I 0IaLWV _I[ the coup of the decade! Her sensuous presence against the Mumbai sea and sky, her platinum blonde hair and style were R][\ JM_Q\KPQVO <PM ZMNZM[PQVO \w\M I tête with Ms Haydon was funny, hilarious and very revealing too! I also found features like Meet the Yoginis (featuring Mariela, Mrinalika and Deepika) and The Era of the Supermoms deeply inspiring in its celebration of a healthy lifestyle! Finally, the homage to the original style icon of all time, Audrey Hepburn, reminded us of her incredible talent and fashion legacy. We may not see []KP PQOP XQ\KPML OTIUW]Z QV \PM UW^QM[ IVaUWZM J]\ PMZ ÅTUWOZIXPa TMI^M[ I whole new generation rediscovering what the 50s Golden Age of Hollywood was all about. The issue had me wondering how you pack so much magic into HELLO!, month after month. Can’t wait for your next masterpiece!

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25 YEARS AFTER AUDREY HEPBURN HELLO! deserves to be commended for doing a feature on Audrey Hepburn in your May 2018 issue. It was worth commemorating the 25th death anniversary of the legendary actress and humanitarian activist. While much is talked and written about her superlative performances in enduring movies like Roman Holiday, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and My Fair Lady, little is said about her work with the UNICEF, specially for children which took her to places like Ethiopia and Sudan. Another highlight of the May issue was the article, Era of the Super Moms 3]LW[ \W \PM LaVIUQK []XMZ Å\ U]T\Q \I[SQVO UWU[ <PMa PI^M XZW^ML that motherhood doesn’t mean a full stop to their dreams and aspirations. <PM LMUIVL[ WN PWUM KIZMMZ [MTN KIZM social and family life, can be balanced and managed. Such articles would inspire many, particularly those who are at the crossroads between career and motherhood.

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SUMMER SURPRISE Seeing Lisa Haydon in her shimmery sheer dress on the covers of HELLO took me by surprise as I always associate HELLO! with royalty or mainstream actors and actresses. Lisa has long gone beyond those frameworks and is a jetsetting model, actress and society princess. When I noticed the issue was a ‘Wellness Special’ I did understand why Lisa made such a good cover story.

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bindaas attitude. Although her life pivots around her husband and toddler, she also represents a ‘way of life’ to those who want to make most of it, echoing the stark truth that you live only once. Apart from so much to gain from other wellness articles, I really liked the Five Types of Giving and their gradation as suggested

by Vedanta. You feel light at heart and want to follow these recommendations as the act of giving always instills purity and lightness in our lives. Thanks to Shallu Jindal for sharing these. Though I am yet to imbibe much from other articles in this issue, one word consistently rings in my mind: Yoga, Yoga, Yoga... it can change you and your world!

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MAMMA MIA! The Almighty blesses us all with the best teacher of the world, even before W]Z ÅZ[\ KZa · W]Z UW\PMZ .ZWU cuddling to scolding, a message is hidden in every act of the mother – how to love and how to mend. Thus, everything that involves or revolves around a mother becomes priceless.

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that one cannot have a strong identity beyond motherhood. By taking great care of themselves and their kids in an immensely graceful manner, they have proved that motherhood is the ultimate blessing.

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Clearly some sensitivities are global in nature and it’s good to see change coming in through today’s young female voices. Your magazine is a lovely balance of great editorials and fabulous luxury information. Thank you team HELLO! – Meera Kapoor, Gwalior

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ERRIKOS ANDREOU Errikos Andreou is possibly one of the most in-demand lensmen in tinseltown right now, and with good reason. His hawk-like vision on a set, ability to almost do a ‘live’ edit even while reviewing pictures on location, and his confident direction of his starry subjects, all earn him brownie points. By his own admission, realistic photography doesn’t allow constructive visual dreaming, so he prefers to work his magic with fashion and celebrity photography.

Someone who believes in being 100 per cent in the ambience of the shoot, sharing the same sensory world surrounding his subjects, Errikos zooms right into the cosy rapport between our cover story stars, Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez. There is a real-time quality to his pictures that makes them poster-worthy. A true HELLO! exclusive!

ABHEET GIDWANI Abheet Gidwani’s creative appetite lies in noticing the ‘unobvious.’

Having started his career in 1990 with a travel company, his love for travel is evident through his works.

He went on to study photography at the renowned Spaos School of Photography in Paris and is currently noted for his work with the crème da la crème of the Indian film industry. A perennial HELLO! contributor, the Mumbai native and self-taught photographer captured the gifted designer-muse duo – Payal Khandwala and Adhuna Bhabani in a sartorial journey that celebrates sustainability.

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his Summer the heat is scorching to another level.

It has already broken all previous temperature records in North India. While the world is struggling to GO GREEN, the global warming and rampant concretisation on our green pastures has taken a toll on us. Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, and half the kids in this city are asthamatic. It is deplorable and a helpless situation for most! There is absolutely nothing that is being done to make our lives liveable. The citizens voices are being drowned by shallow political promsies made to vote banks. We need to do something about this and create a People’s Movement like never before to reclaim our right to live! ?PQTM \PQ[ PMI\ PI[ KWVÅVML ][ QVLWWZ[ _M KIV WVTa \ISM ZM[XQ\M in spending time with friends – physically and not on social media and hang out together over books, movies, food and more.

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So here is a special issue dedicated to Friends… or what they call in social media lingo – BFFs. Our cover duo – Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez, who have shown much screen chemistry in the super-hit Kick a few years ago, are great friends off screen as _MTT <PMQZ¼[ Q[ I KWVVMK\QWV ÅTTML _Q\P PWVM[\a I[ _MTT I[ I [PIZML passion to give back to society through humanitarian endeavours.

They are both denizens of a globalised B-town, knowing they compete with the best entertainment output from coast to coast, and hence are hard-wired to put their best out there. At the shoot, Jacqueline’s high-octane ‘hotness’ was a healthy counter to Salman’s ‘cool quotient!’

This has also turned out to be a ‘Wedding Special’ with so many celeb engagements and weddings happening one after the other over the last couple of months. While the royal wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle grabbed the maximum limelight, HELLO! has got an exclusive for the Richard Gere and Alejendra Silva nuptials. Back home, style diva Sonam Kapoor tied the knot to long time beau, Anand Ahuja, in a full on Bolly-style wedding.

The country’s most eligible twins – Akash and Isha Ambani, got engaged, bringing down the curtains on an unending saga of “Who will be the lucky ones marrying them?” Yes it’s been a summer of power-couplings!

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ARTS AND CULTURE SAN VINO WINE FIGHT WHERE: Haro, Spain WHEN: 28 – 30 June The Batalla Del Vino originates from a dispute between Haro and the neighbouring town of Miranda De Ebro about who owned the range of mountains between them. The dispute has long been solved but the tradition of throwing wine has extended from locals to tourists coming together in friendship instead of feud to celebrate, drink, dance and to soak each other to the bone in wine. Tradition calls everyone to wear a white shirt and a red scarf but before you know it you’re dressed in pink against your will! By midday you can take your wine-stained bodies down to Plaza de la Paz and continue the festivities with bullfighting, food, drinks and of course, dance.

MURAL FESTIVAL WHERE: Montreal, QC WHEN: 7-17 June In the celebration of creativity and democratisation of urban art, MURAL transforms the SaintLaurent Boulevard into an open-air pedestrian art gallery. Artists from across the globe, as well as local talent, unite to paint murals live in front of your eyes which will be added to the legacy that MURAL has established since 2013. Come be a part of this spectacle!

MUSIC BONAROO MUSIC FESTIVAL WHERE: Manchester, TN WHEN: 7-10 June Spread out across a 700-acre farm, the Bonaroo Music Festival brings to its audience an annual four-day bonanza of the best beats from rock, indie, hip-hop, jazz, reggae, pop and country music, to name

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a few. You can expect multiple stages featuring live performances of this diverse array of music styles.

THEATRE AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE – SWAN LAKE WHERE: Metropolitan Opera House, New York WHEN: 18-23 June Swan Lake is a timeless, quintessential ballet that tests its dancers and leaves its audience in awe no matter how many times you watch it. Ill-fated passion and forgiveness are the main themes for this piece that come out through the breathtaking choreography and the Renaissance-inspired set.

Make sure to buy your tickets as this is definitely going to be a sell-out.

MULTI GENRE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ARTS AND IDEAS WHERE: New Haven, Connecticut WHEN: 9-23 June Culminating an extravaganza of performing arts, theatre, music and dance, the International Festival of Arts and Ideas, has been booming for over two decades. Enriching the open-spaces of New Haven, this festival has lots to offer from open-air concerts, award-winning performances in all categories and culturally rich talks to various pop-up festivals. New Haven’s perfect June weather and historic backdrop ties this event into the perfect bow waiting to be unwrapped by its international audience! Enjoy!

SPORTS FIFA WORLD CUP WHERE: Moscow, Russia WHEN: 15 June – 14 July The FIFA World Cup this year has a fascinating location. In the culturally renowned and beautiful city of Moscow there also lies one of the world’s largest sports complexes, The Luzhniki Stadium which will be the heart of this year’s World Cup. Used for the Opening, the semi-final and the final match, this 145-hectare complex will provide players a feast for the eyes as they play their crucial matches alongside the Moscow River with the Vorob’evy Hills Natural Park visible just opposite.

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On his ranch in upstate New York, on the shore of its beautiful lake, the couple said their vows. The Spanish ‘pretty woman’ (she’s certainly pretty and Richard’s head-over-heels for her, but the resemblance ends there) and the movie star said “yes” to a life together, “yes” to making each other happy every day, “yes” to respecting, forgiving, understanding and helping each other, “yes” to starting a new family together, to helping those most in need, and to making their commitment last beyond this life HELLO! *5.%

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A moving Buddhist ceremony, a Spanish-flavored reception party - and three different wedding gowns

‘I am the happiest man in the universe, and how could I not be? Alejandra is beautiful, smart, sensitive, fun. And Spanish! You can’t get better than that!’

‘I am so in love... Every morning he asks me “what would make you happy today?” What’s more romantic than a man who writes you songs every day?’

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HELLO! WEDDING For the ceremony, Alejandra wore her mother’s Victorianinspired bridal gown, a surprise she kept secret until she joined Richard at the altar

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Positano, 2014. Alejandra Silva, a beautiful young Spanish woman from a well-known NIUQTa QV \PM KW]V\Za¼[ VWZ\P_M[\MZV /ITQKQI region, and the mother of one child, is managing an exclusive family-owned hotel in \PQ[ JMI]\QN]T \W_V WV 1\ITa¼[ )UITÅ KWI[\ 7VM summer afternoon, like many stars before him, the Hollywood heartthrob arrives to spend a few days in the gorgeous Mediterranean resort.

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What nobody could imagine was what would happen next. It only took a few glances... and nothing would ever be the same again. Both felt the same magical tingle – and shared the same hunch: that they knew each other from many lives before.

From that moment on, the movie star wouldn’t [\WX [MVLQVO PMZ ÆW_MZ[ ]V\QT )TMRIVLZI agreed to see him again. Neither the divorce proceedings which they were both going through nor the 6,000 kilometres that separated \PMU · :QKPIZL TQ^ML QV 6M_ AWZS IVL [PM in Madrid – was going to get in the way, nor the fact that he was a Buddhist and she was Catholic, nor the 33-year age difference. Nothing was an obstacle.

And so Alejandra, educated at the convent school Mater Salvatoris, became a Buddhist, packed her bags and moved across the Atlantic NWZ TW^M [M\\TML QV 6M_ AWZS IVL JMOIV PMZ TQNM I\ :QKPIZL¼[ [QLM 7VTa \PMa SVM_ \PI\ WVM LIa soon, they planned to wed.

FULL OF SPIRITUALITY AND JOY First they said their “I dos” in a civil ceremony in early April... but the real celebration, the one full of family and emotion, spirituality, joy, romance and meaning, is the one we share here in these pages.

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‘I feel as if I’m in a true fairy tale. I feel like the luckiest woman in the world. Our love story is the sweetest, most romantic and perfect dream I’ve ever had’ – Alejandra Gere

Alejandra gets ready at the ranch. She was assisted by her cousin Paola, who helped her keep the first dress secret. It’s Alejandra’s mother’s vintage gown – Victorian-inspired, with a lace bodice, three quarter sleeves and a high, embroidered neck, it’s fitted at the waist, with a sash and a ruffle-trimmed skirt.

On the facing page, we see the bride arrive at the Buddhist ceremony. In the background, we see her aunt Susana García-Baquero. Her “something blue” are her earrings, a gift from Laura, Richard’s sister HELLO!฀

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HELLO! WEDDING ‘I am the happiest man in the universe. How could I not be? I’m married to a beautiful woman who is smart, sensitive, committed to helping people, who’s fun, patient, who knows how to forgive, who’s a great cook AND who makes the best salads in the world. Alejandra meditates, she’s a vegetarian, a great mother, has the touch of an angel... and she’s also Spanish! The land of Kings and Queens, of Cervantes and Buñuel… You can’t get any better than that!’

– Richard Gere said “yes” to a life together, “yes” to making each other happy every day, “yes” to respecting, forgiving, understanding, and helping each other, “yes” to starting a new family together, to helping those most in need, and to making their commitment last beyond this life.

They made their vows before their two families, which are now joined as one. Curiously, Alejandra’s father, a businessman and a Real Madrid executive, was already a friend of the American star. Also among the guests at this KMTMJZI\QWV ÅTTML _Q\P MVKPIV\UMV\ IVL TW^M were the bride’s mother, Paola García-Baquero, her sister, Blanca Silva, her cousin Paola, who caught the bride’s bouquet, Alejandra Rojas, Lorena Urbistondo, Yanira Larisch, make-up artist Eduardo Jiménez, the renowned chef Éric Ripert and the writer Jonathan Cott.

How do you feel now, right after the wedding, looking at your love story from a new perspective?

“I feel like I’m in a true fairy tale. Without a doubt, I feel like the luckiest woman in the world!”

What will you remember most from this great day?

“Undoubtedly, the little things, the small details, the joining of our families. We’ve all spent a week together, enough time for everyone to get to know each other well... Thirty-nine family members here in the house and we all still love each other, in fact, more so than ever! Just imagine!” (Laughs).”

You never had any doubts?

“I’m sure I did at some point along the way.

In the beginning, he was more convinced than me... But from very early on, we felt that we were destined to be together.”

‘IT WASN’T SO FAST’ Did your head spin a little at how everything was progressing?

“It wasn’t so fast ... We made this decision after four years together, but I still feel those wonderful, _WVLMZN]T J]\\MZÆQM[ º It’s also striking that, after you both went through complicated divorce proceedings, you weren’t afraid to take the plunge and get married again. How did you know that this time it was going to be forever? ¹1¼^M VW LW]J\ \PI\ \PQ[ Q[ \PM LMÅVQ\Q^M WVM º There must have come a turning point in your relationship when you decided you’d had enough of clocking up air miles, and that you wanted to be together...

“Even though we handled the long-distance relationship well, we realised that it was time to make a decision... I tried to make it to Spain!

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‘His proposal was a private moment, just for the two of us. But I can tell you that it took place in the most romantic hotel I have ever been to, in Saint-Paul-deVence, on my birthday’ - Alejandra

The moment when Richard asked you to marry him must have been like a scene NZWU I ZWUIV\QK ÅTU ?PI\ _I[ \PM proposal like?

“The truth is that this was really a private moment, just for the two of us, but what I can tell you is that he asked me to marry him in the most romantic hotel I’ve been to, in Saint-Paulde-Vence, on my birthday... I get emotional just remembering it!”

He’s one of cinema’s quintessential romantic leads. Is he really the romantic we’ve all seen in )V 7NÅKMZ IVL I /MV\TMUIV or the one we’ve dreamed of in 8ZM\\a ?WUIV? “Every single day. What could be more romantic than a man who writes you songs every day?”

Do you like to watch his movies? Which is your favourite?

“Everyone likes movies like Pretty Woman, An 7NÅKMZ IVL I /MV\TMUIV +PQKIOW I love them too!

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Does it still amuse you being called the Spanish 8ZM\\a ?WUIV? “(Laughter) I imagine people don’t mean any harm, but, truth be told, I don’t identify much with that character.”

How did you prepare your New York ranch for the occasion?

“To give you an idea, we brought India to New York with tents from Jaipur, all of them in different colours. We had two wonderful wedding planners from La Maison Fête, Brett and Deanna. We decorated everything with <QJM\IV ÆIO[ IUWVO UIOVWTQI[ IVL KPMZZa trees in blossom. This place is so wonderful that it doesn’t need much decoration... Nature took part in all its glory!”

RICHARD GERE IS HUMBLE, ATTENTIVE, SENSITIVE, LOVING We all know and admire Richard the star.

But what’s he like away from the public gaze and cameras?

“He is the humblest, most sensitive, affectionate, attentive, funny, generous man that I have ever met... What can I say? I’m so in love! How would you feel if each morning you were asked: ‘What would make you happy today?’ Not a day goes by that he doesn’t mention how important I am to him! I feel very lucky!”

Did you think at some point that the 33year age difference might be a problem?

“No, in this life it had to be like this... He has promised me at least 20 good years! I have to confess that he has much more energy than me, PM¼[ U]KP UWZM IK\Q^M 1 ÅVL Q\ PIZL \W SMMX ]X

For her hair Alejandra chose a loose braid, beautifully adorned with garden flowers, in keeping with the rustic ambience

‘Richard told me that I was the most spectacular woman he had ever seen.

I couldn’t stop smiling, I was very nervous and I replied: “I love you”’ ‘The ceremony was beautiful.

We exchanged rings brought to us by our children. It was so moving! I have to confess that I shed great big tears’ - Alejandra

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with him! He’s not human! (Laughter)” What’s your “modern family” like? What sort of relationship do you have with his son, and he with yours?

“Great! It couldn’t be better!”

Have you sold your house in Madrid? Did it make sense to keep it, now that you’re living in New York?

“Yes, I did. I think in this life you have to close chapters, although I was very fond of that house, I[ Q\ _I[ \PM XTIKM _PMZM 1 ÅZ[\ ZMUILM Ua TQNM IN\MZ my divorce, and where I proved to myself that I could get ahead by myself, without any help!”

Professionally, what are your plans? Will you continue with the Rais Foundation that you were involved with in Madrid? ¹,MÅVQ\MTa 1¼TT KWV\QV]M \W _WZS _Q\P \PMU# Q\¼[ an important part of my life, and as long as we can help them, we will continue to do so. We are both very proud to have already helped so many brothers and sisters. We have achieved so much... and there is so much more that we are going to accomplish after we speak to the Senate and meet with the Minister... We have many projects which will come to fruition!”

You were raised Catholic, but became Buddhist because of Richard... I understand you have discovered much more than love? ¹.ZWU Ua ÅZ[\ KWV\IK\ _Q\P *]LLPQ[U \PMZM _I[ IV I_ISMVQVO QV UM# Q\ Q[ M`IK\Ta _PI\ 1 VMMLML Then we saw that it had to be him, that he had to be the one to open that door for me. I will be eternally grateful! No doubt about it, thanks \W *]LLPQ[U Ua TQNM PI[ KPIVOML )K\]ITTa Ua XMZKMX\QWV WN TQNM PI[ KPIVOML# TQNM KWV\QV]M[ \W ÆW_ QV \PM [IUM _Ia \PI\ Q\ LQL JMNWZM J]\ VW_ 1 am more aware of how it works.”

It has also been a path to self-discovery through meditation. Do you owe that to Richard too?

“This is one of the things for which I am and always will be most grateful. Through meditation you see yourself, and the whole world, in a different way, from another point of view that you did not JMTQM^M M^MV M`Q[\ML AW] [MM \PI\ TQNM PIXXMV[ for you, and you see, above all, that in this life we have to give back to those who need help the most, \W \PM M`\MV\ \PI\ _M KIV <PI\ Q[ IVW\PMZ M[[MV\QIT part of our lives.”

Everyone who sees you together says that Richard is crazy about you...

“He knows I love him madly. I think I bring him [\IJQTQ\a )JW^M ITT Q\ PMTXML \PI\ 1 _I[V¼\ IV IK\ZM[[ or a model. I never had any interest in that. What has united us the most is our desire to help other XMWXTM _PW VMML Q\ W]Z KWUUQ\UMV\ \W *]LLPQ[U IVL \PM <QJM\IV XMWXTM° )VL PM _I[ IJTM \W [MM my unconditional commitment as a humanitarian, as a person, as a woman.”

What would you have thought if, some years ago, someone had told you that Richard Gere was going to fall totally in love with you?

“The truth is that I never thought I would ever ÅVL I UIV [W XMZNMK\ NWZ UM 1 PI^M VW _WZL[ \W describe my happiness!”

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The brothers both sported the blue doeskin frockcoat of their old regiment the Blues and Royals, handmade by Dege & Skinner on Savile Row – the crowns on their epaulettes denoting the rank of major. Prince Harry displayed his pilot’s wings, which he gained while serving with the Army Air Corps, and his medal ribbons: the KCVO, Afghanistan with rosette, the Queen’s Golden Jubilee and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

Chatting to each other, the two men waved at the lucky invitees who had been given places inside the castle walls.

With the biggest moment of his life less than half an hour away, Harry – who received the Queen’s permission to keep his beard, despite suggestions he might shave – looked relaxed.

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here he was greeted by the Dean of David Conner. a few moments, Harry took off his cap and made his way inside, where guests were already waiting.

MEGHAN’S MAGICAL MOMENT HERE COMES THE BRIDE WITH HER ANGELIC ENTOURAGE As the door of the vintage Rolls-Royce opened to cheers from the crowd, the world caught sight of the full glory of the beautiful bride we’d all been waiting to see.

And it was so worth the wait. We always knew that, with her innate sense of style and impeccable taste, Meghan would look captivating. And in her sculpted silk gown – by Givenchy, it was at last revealed – the transformation from Hollywood actress to modern-day Princess was complete.

She has made countless red-carpet outings and public appearances over the years but this was Meghan’s biggest moment yet Flashing a dazzling, megawatt smile that matched the beaming spring sunshine as two of her young pageboys held aloft her delicate, 16ft veil, the radiant bride looked remarkably relaxed and KWVÅLMV\ I[ [PM UILM PMZ _Ia ]X \PM ?M[\ Steps and entered St George’s Chapel by herself to begin her long walk to the altar.

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In accepting a dukedom, Harry follows in the footsteps of other royal males, who are traditionally given new titles on marriage.

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ALKESH & RAAKHE KAPOOR TANDON THE FOUNDER OF DoIT SMART HOSPITALITY AND HIS LOVELY WIFE, THE FOUNDER & CEO, ART CAPITAL (INDIA) PVT LTD WELCOME HELLO! INTO THE LUXE INTERIORS OF THEIR CONCEPTDRIVEN PROJECT, THE A CLUB, IN MUMBAI

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assessment and quick-decision making form the three pillars of any successful business. As his daughters, we learnt a lot through his journey from when he founded YES Bank in 2004 to growing it to become India’s fourth largest private sector bank today.”

Alkesh: “My parents have had an extremely XW[Q\Q^M QVÆ]MVKM WV Ua TQNM 5a NI\PMZ continues to inspire and motivate me with his positivity and persuasiveness. I was raised with a strong value system emerging from integrity, compassion and honesty. Today, Raakhe and I

constantly endeavor to bring our learnings and value systems to practice, both professionally and personally.”

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‘We strongly believe that our common value systems of integrity, compassion and honesty will guide us in the days and years to come’ – Raakhe

Dedicated entrepreneurs, Alkesh and Rakhee, epitomise the power of two. Alkesh’s suit is from Tom Ford, shirt from Armani and shoes from Gucci. Rakhee is über chic in a crop top from Jonathan Simkhai and trousers from Joseph with an elegant formal jacket from Balmain and heels from Dior

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we continue to possess these values in our personal and professional lives, it will help in shaping his life in a positive and productive way.”

Alkesh: “I think Raakhe has said it really well. Compassion and integrity are key ingredients to values that we, as a family, share.

Each day, we make conscious efforts to weave respect, gratitude and love into our personal and professional lives and we sincerely hope Ariaan picks up on those.”

How do you complement each other as a couple?

Raakhe: “Our ability to support, communicate and cherish one another is the foundation of a successful, long and enduring partnership. I draw inspiration from the people I meet and the places I travel to. Alkesh is a gogetter; whether at home or at work, he brings proactiveness and zest to our relationship. His actionoriented nature combined with my passion for innovation is an ideal for ฀ HELLO!฀

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Alkesh: “Raakhe is a trendsetter.

She has always created her own style, her own luck and legacy.

Fueled by courage, ambition and positivity, she has established numerous unique and relevant enterprises and brings the same energy to our family life. Together, we constantly contribute and receive support from each other’s life experiences. Coupled with honest and clear communication, we strive to make a great team based on mutual respect and reciprocal growth.”

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HELLO! COUPLE ‘Raakhe is a trendsetter. She has always created her own style, her own luck and legacy’ – Alkesh

The interiors of the A club revel in earthy tones and natural textures. Rakhee is lovely in a cocktail dress from Self Portrait and heels from Christian Louboutin. Alkesh is dapper as ever in a t-shirt from Saint Laurent, jeans from Neil Barrett paired with an appliqué jacket from Iceberg, shoes from Givenchy and a watch from Audemars Piguet

has evolved from the traditional hierarchical structure to a more collaborative approach that empowers people to transform dreams into reality. The A is conceptualized with the idea of promoting collaboration between \WLIa¼[ LaVIUQK TMILMZ[ IVL QVÆ]MVKMZ[ The future of India’s economy relies on investments in technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation. At The A, we are building a home for tomorrow’s leaders to come together to collaborate on big ideas and give rise to a revolution in networking dynamics.”

How do you see the role of women in India advancing – both at the home front and in the workspace?

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and safety of women, the path to women’s empowerment has already been laid. We will soon see an equal distribution of men and women at the workforce and this will have a trickledown effect on womens’ roles at home. In fact, this change is already visible with an overwhelming proportion of Indian men thinking that men now have greater responsibility for the home and childcare than ever before. I hope to soon live and work in an India led by strong independent women, in ITT ÅMTL[ WN TQNM ;WUM WN \PM VW\IJTM _WUMV that motivate me are Michelle Obama, Indra 6WWaQ IVL ;PMZaT ;IVLJMZO NWZ QV[XQZQVO young women around the world to be fearless and aspire to dream big.”

As a family, which are some of your favourite places to visit…?

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most favourite places in the world to visit. This XI[\ aMIZ _M KMTMJZI\ML W]Z ÅN\P IVVQ^MZ[IZa at Cheval Blanc Randheli and it was our ÅZ[\ \QUM _Q\P W]Z UWV\P WTL [WV )ZQIIV UISQVO Q\ ITT \PM UWZM [XMKQIT )VW\PMZ resort we love in the Maldives is the One and Only Reethi Rah for its luxurious villas and unprecedented service.”

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Rakhee is a striking vision in a flowing dress by Tarun Tahilliani, paired with diamond drop earrings; while Alkesh is handsome in semi-formal attire

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THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS THIS IS PERHAPS THE BEST TIME IN THE YEAR TO KICK BACK, PUT ONE’S FEET UP AND INDULGE IN SOME TRULY MEATY READS. HELLO! LOOKS AT HOW A ROSTER OF CURRENT BESTSELLERS ARE STATING THAT HUMANITY’S BIGGEST RESPONSIBILITY NOW IS THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS… HOMO DEUS A BRIEF HISTORY OF TOMORROW

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tour de force of contemplation on the past and future of the human race.

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4QNM[XIV[ PI^M doubled in the last 150 years, begging the question, if by 2050, death will JM N]TTa W^MZKWUM' Imagine clinics where they can regenerate old cells and tissues, replace dysfunctional cells, set free nanorobots in the bloodstream to conquer microbes and kill cancer cells. This seems to be where we are heading, hence the idea of man turning godlike, “a-mortal” rather than “immortal” (as in, an ‘amortal’ will not die a natural death, J]\ Q[ [\QTT ^]TVMZIJTM \W IKKQLMV\[ 0MVKM the potential to become a Homo Deus. Man God. Quite a thought!

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HOW WOMEN RISE

BY SALLY HELGESEN AND MARSHALL GOLDSMITH \¼[ VW\ M^MZaLIa \PI\ I JM[\[MTTQVO OTWJITTa Iworkshop renowned author conducts a miniwith a book launch in Mumbai, and that is what Marshall Goldsmith did with I TQ^M I]LQMVKM WN _WUMV _PMV LQ[K][[QVO the habits that keep women exactly where \PMa IZM ) TW\ WN \PM[M PIJQ\[ KWUM NZWU such a deep space of conditioning, “that when I asked a group of women to stop X]\\QVO W\PMZ[ ÅZ[\ [\WX \ZaQVO \W \ISM WV all the workload, and tell demanding people around them to go get lost, and refuse to take on more than they could handle, some of them broke down and started to cry,” shared Marshall.

His book illuminates how, just like PM QLMV\QÅML self-generated obstacles for UMV QV ?PI\ Got You Here ?WV¼\ /M\ AW] <PMZM _Q\P _WUMV \PMZM are self-limiting tendencies that can easily JM W^MZKWUM QN \PMa _ISM ]X \W \PM VMML \W KPIVOM \PMQZ JMPI^QW]Z[ IVL I\\Q\]LM[ as they climb their professional ladders. To illustrate, he uses true-life stories of women who nearly sabotaged their own growth, ][QVO JMPI^QWZ XI\\MZV[ \PI\ _WZSML QV \PM early years of their career, but not adapting VM_ WVM[ \W OW \W \PM VM`\ TM^MT )V illuminating book that can change your life.

HAPPYNESS LIFE LESSONS FROM A CREATIVE ADDICT

BY DR YUSUF MERCHANT man who surfaced more whole and A PIXXa NZWU M^MZa VMOI\Q^M M^MV\ WZ circumstance that threatened to engulf his spirit, Dr Yusuf Merchant is known in Mumbai as a drug-addict’s hope and [IT^I\QWV _Q\P PQ[ UIVa aMIZ[ _WZSQVO \W rehabilitate the self-damned. In this book,

he walks us around the peripheries of happiness, showing how often we think, “if I PI^M \PQ[º WZ ¹QN [W IVL [W OM\[ _MTTº WZ ¹QN 1 PI^M I VM_ PW][Mº M\K 1 _QTT JM PIXXa 0W_ we tend to be conditional in our frameworks of looking at happy states. In reality, he says, we need to take more responsibility \W_IZL[ KZMI\QVO XW[Q\Q^Q\a IVL PIXXQVM[[ Ja changing our own alchemy in thought, word IVL LMML ;W_ XW[Q\Q^Q\a QV\W aW]Z _WZTL IVL \PM _WZTL PI[ VW KPWQKM J]\ \W OQ^M aW] PIXXQVM[[ QV ZM\]ZV ¹7VM KIV OMVMZI\M good thoughts that will create good emotions and thereby ensure good actions. This can catapult one into a XW[Q\Q^M [\I\M of being.

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-^MV IV\Q LMXZM[[IV\[ UMZMTa OM\ aW] IV\Q depressed, not necessarily inducing a lasting happy state of mind! The logical approach to the mystery of deep, abiding joy, he shares, is that “Happiness is not an outcome. It is I XZWKM[[ º :MIL WV \W ÅO]ZM W]\ \PM UIVa pathways that lead to this essential life-goal, QV \PM OWWL LWK\WZ¼[ W_V ^WQKM H TEXT: SANGEETA WADHWANI

COVER STORY THE BESTIES TALK ABOUT THEIR SPECIAL EQUATION AND THEIR FORTHCOMING MULTISTARRER RACE 3.

THE ACTOR, WHO HAS TRANSCENDED BOUNDARIES OF TIME – HAVING CO-STARRED WITH ACTRESSES WHO WERE TODDLERS WHEN HE MADE HIS DEBUT – TALKS FONDLY OF THE EVOLUTION OF HIS BFF, FROM THE DAYS OF SHOOTING KICK TO THIS LATEST CAPER B-town friends Salman and Jacqueline seen at their candid best.

Jacqueline wears a sheer top from Kalmanovich, exclusively available at Le Mill. Salman looks dapper in a t-shirt from Zara paired with a Jigmat couture jacket from Ladakh

THE SULTAN OF SWAG AND HIS EXOTIC BFF

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Sensational Jacqueline stuns in a high-slit knit long dress from Narendra Kumar paired with a yellowgold diamond ear cuff, multi-layered diamond cuff in white-gold and a butterfly motif diamond ring from OM Jewellers with pointed heels from Bellucci

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That comes from a certain comfort in one’s connection. In our industry, in our occupation, honestly is quite rare. But I know though if I go to Salman for anything, he will give me a very honest opinion’ - Jacqueline Fernandez of sorts, Jacqueline Fernandez.

She of the exotic Sri Lankan, Malaysian and Canadian heritage, who has lived in Bahrain, has family in Australia, and now has a thriving career in masala Hindi cinema. She who has clearly stated that she loves looking out for her own family, being single, but also,

The box office record breaker Salman Khan looks handsome in a self-embossed striped shirt

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Both Salman and Jacqueline are tough task-masters on themselves, relentless in their pursuit of perfection, and as HELLO! listens in on their declarations about each other, we are struck by the seamless connect they share.

Salman, how has your BFF equation with Jacqueline M^WT^ML NZWU LWQVO aW]Z ÅZ[\ ÅTU Kick together, to now, the making of Race 3?

Salman Khan: “I have known Jacqueline from the time she came down from Sri Lanka or Bahrain NWZ \PM ÅZ[\ \QUM [W 1 UM\ PMZ QV \PM ÅZ[\ \PZMM \W NW]Z LIa[ [PM _I[ in India. She came with a producer friend and we were looking to cast PMZ QV I ÅTU ;PM¼[ I ^MZa PIZL working girl from the time she has come into the industry, and a very decent girl. She’s got great energy, she’s very clean hearted, there’s no malice in her, she doesn’t strategise anything, she doesn’t create any confrontations, she’s pleasant to work with, very professional, very, very talented. Bahut taareef kiya hai. I think she is one of the most natural actors that we have today!”

Jacqueline, how has your relationship with Salman been an anchor for you… both professionally and in some way, personally?

Jacqueline Fernandez: “We’ve known each other quite well for quite some time now, from the time I came to India. He has been one of my biggest supporters. He’s been a friend from the time I didn’t even SVW_ QN 1 [PW]TL ZMITTa [QOV I ÅTU or not. Then, of course, being a part of Kick really changed things for me. To me, Salman is family; I respect him a lot and would do anything for him, and I know the feeling is mutual. I really appreciate the fact that we can be really honest with each other. That comes from a certain comfort in one’s connection.

In our industry, in our occupation, honesty is quite rare. But I know though if I go to Salman for anything, he will give me a very

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‘In our work, we can’t afford to have inhibitions in front of the camera, and you need to have a confident body language. That’s where modelling helped me; it was a good training ground for cinema. I used modelling to understand things about the camera, understand what worked for me… ’ - Jacqueline

Jacqueline looks ecstatic in a turtle neck linen crop top from Narendra Kumar, wide leg sheer pants from Namrata Joshipura accesorised with yellow-gold diamond ear cuff and a butterfly motif diamond ring from OM Jewellers and heels from Bellucci

honest opinion, a very honest response, and that is our main strength as a team, as colleagues and friends. I respect him a lot, I feel like he has been a huge, positive force for me.”

Jacqueline, you are quite a fascinating amalgamation of different cultures, boasting of Malaysian, Sri Lankan and Canadian descent, an upbringing in Bahrain and family currently living in Australia! How do you feel that works for you?

JF: “Umm… I feel that’s pretty much the future of our human race, pretty much everyone is going to be a cultural mélange, the world is getting smaller and smaller, and it’s an amazing thing… you understand how you are all actually the same across the board, regardless of religion, nationality… we are all essentially one race. So that’s what I learned growing up. It really keeps you open minded, and that’s very important.

I think a lot of miscommunications and KWVÆQK\[ PIXXMV _PMV \PMZM IZM OIX[ between people. I was lucky to have actually grown up in such a multi-cultural setting.”

Salman, how comfortable an equation do you have with Jacqueline? Would you call her a 3.00am buddy?

SK: “I wouldn’t call her a 3.00am buddy because I think she goes to sleep by about 9 to 9.30pm. If you need to get in touch with Jackie for anything, you can get in touch with her at about 6.30 or 7.00am in the morning.

So I go to sleep by 2.30-3.00am, and wake up by 7.30-8.00 am, so the best time one connects with her would be sometime in the late morning!”

Salman, how frequently are you in touch with each other on the phone?

SK: “One quality about Jackie, me also… we are never on the phone. With her also, she sees your missed call and she will call you back. We see our missed calls and then return the call. You may see her on Insta all the time, but you won’t see her on the phone... (smiles).”

Do you share downtime together, perhaps share time working out? In what ways are you simply great pals, always there for each other?

JF: “Well other than our humanitarian work in Sri Lanka, when I opened my restaurant there, he came by, had a meal, and just generally he’s always around as a supportive friend, and always honest about anything you ask him.”

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– Jackie on Salman question literally). “Our workout routines are totally different, she does Pilates, maybe pole stretches, yoga, horse-riding; and I do weight training and different kind of sporty stuff. Yeah, that’s it.”

Jackie, tell us about Salman’s history of doing humanitarian work in your home country, Sri Lanka? Have you two collaborated often on such endeavours?

JF: “Well a few years ago, Salman was very much in touch with and close to the then President of Sri Lanka, Mahinda Rajapaksa; he was actually doing a lot of work there for cataract operations, under Being Human.

I was actually involved in one of these projects, and we have also done quite a lot of other humanitarian work there. We did work for Habitats for Humanity also, in the North. We built houses in a village called Ila. I work with HFH a lot anyways, I have done work for them in Chennai as well.

But Salman helped me with the work I was doing in Sri Lanka. He’s always been supportive of the good work I do there. He’s always ready to do that.

I really love the range of good work happening under Being Human, IVL 1 PWXM \W JM UWZM I XIZ\ WN Q\ QV \PM KWUQVO aMIZ[ 1\ Q[ LMÅVQ\MTa I conversation that is ongoing.

The stuff I do for PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) – it comes from a desire to bringing awareness to how animals are treated. But 1 LW _IV\ \W QVKZMI[M Ua []XXWZ\ IVL QVÆ]MVKM I[ _MTT IVL [\IZ\ _WZSQVO more with children. That’s something I am looking forward to this year.”

Jackie, we hear you had a pretty interesting life as a TV reporter in your pre-modelling, pre-acting days, back home in Sri Lanka? Anyone really fascinating you interviewed?

JF: “I would say it was just amazing meeting a man they call the Sage of Sri Lanka. Arther C Clarke. He once famously said, ‘I take a lot of Sri 4IVSIV \MI IVL KWV^MZ\ Q\ QV\W [KQMVKM ÅK\QWV ¼ 1 IK\]ITTa QV\MZ^QM_ML PQU once, and it was a joy listening to a philosopher of his stature, it was really crazy; he is such a visionary, and it was a powerful experience. He is no more now, he passed away in 2008.”

Salman, your Das Ka Dam TV show has just been relaunched, and you seem to enjoy playing ‘Big Boss’ immensely… what to aW] Q[ \PM KPIZU WN <> ^[ ÅTU' SK: “I think if you want to see one of your most loved actors for free, and you get the same amount of enjoyment and entertainment watching him while sitting at home, I think that’s what TV does, and there’s no better way of reaching people across so many regions, at one go.”

What’s next in terms of movies?

SK: “I have got Bharat and Dabangg 3.”

2IKSQM _PMV WVM TWWS[ I\ aW]Z ÅTUWOZIXPa WVM [MM[ I PW[\ of ‘masala’ blockbusters, from the Murder 2, to Housefull 3, to now Race 3? Would you consider low-budget, scriptLZQ^MV QV\MV[M [\WZaTQVM[ · \PM SQVL WN ÅTU[ _M [MM )TQI Bhatt doing, for example?

JF: “Hmmmm….. if it feels right? Am actually happy with the kind of cinema I am doing, I am a commercial actress and it is honestly, I feel my forte, and if I would get into a different genre, I have to feel 100 percent ready for it. If and when The picture-perfect duo Salman and Jacqueline radiate timeless elegance in this look.

Jacqueline looks exquisite in an off-shoulder corset long trail gown from Gauri & Nainika, leather jacket from Zara paired with Lulu & Sky strappy heels. A beautiful rose-gold diamond choker and earrings set from OM Jewellers complete her look. Salman is charismatic in a t-shirt from Zara, multi-zipper trousers from Robin NY, leather jacket from Asa Kazingmei paired with customised shoes

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SK: “False.”

JF: “Oh, totally false!”

Your favourite item performance from your career?

SK: “I think Jumme ki Raat.”

The tackiest pick-up line you have ever dealt with?

SK: “No comment!”

JF: “Can’t recall!”

AW]Z NI^W]ZQ\M ;ITUIV 2IKSQM ÅTU' SK: “We’ve only done Kick before and are doing Race 3 now… Kick was very good and Race 3, I hope will be much better.’

2IKSQM aW]Z NI^W]ZQ\M ;ITUIV ÅTU' JF: “Andaaz Apna Apna and Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.”

Actor and producer Salman Khan looks sharp in a t-shirt from Zara, multizipper trousers from Robin NY and a customised belt

An international acting performance you hope to match someday?

SK: “None I can think of.”

A song that immediately moves you to tears?

SK: “Naani Teri Morni Ko Mor Le Gayi.”

Your favourite holiday destination?

SK: “Panvel.”

JF: “Paris.”

Three things you do to unwind that instantly help..

SK: “I am already unwound, I don’t need to unwind.”

JF: “Hang out with my cat, put WV 6M\ÆQ` IVL play the piano.”

Your health IVL Å\VM[[ mantra?

SK: “Bura bura toda kam karo, achcha achcha thoda jyada.”

JF: “Understand when you need to be a little disciplined and when you need to let go. I believe in knowing what works for you, treat your body like a temple, work out from a space of joy.”

An international brand you would love to be styled by?

SK: “Being Human.”

JF: “Chanel.”

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– Jacqueline

that does happen, I would be open to it. At the moment, I feel this works for me, it’s what I enjoy doing and I am comfortable with commercial cinema. But ya, I would never reject an idea or a proposal, when the time is right I may just sign on for something different.”

Salman, what would you like to share with us about Race 3?

SK: “Race 3 Q[ I [\IZ [\]LLML ÅTU modeled on the kind of movies which were popular decades ago, where we used to see a multi-starrer say with a Shatrugan Sinha, or a Dharmendra, in an era where they were all growing up. They were all budding stars, and they used to have this great comeraderie, you know like Shashi Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan did. And in these megastarrers there used to be song, dance, drama, emotion, action – we used to call them the musical action bonanzas. Badi picture jis ko bolte the, badi star cast, this is of that genre. It’s just that the budget WN \PQ[ ÅTU Q[ I TW\ JQOOMZ IVL \PM action is at another level, the songs, are picturised on a different level!”

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Jacqueline is radiant in a checkered swimsuit and shorts from Tommy Hilfiger and blazer from Zara. Chain-link diamond and gold bracelet and earrings from OM Jewellers complete her look

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HELLO! SPENDS A FASHIONABLE AFTERNOON IN THE COMPANY OF THE CAPITAL’S MOST STYLISH WOMEN. MEET SUNAINI GUPTA, MUSKAAN SARIN, NAMRATA RAJPAL AND AMRITA KAK WHO PLAY MUSE TO DESIGNER ISHA RAJPAL AS THEY CELEBRATE FASHION AND FRIENDSHIP TOGETHER

A REFRESHING POINT OF ‘HUE!’ HELLO! meets Delhi’s enterprising women who bond to play hard and party hard together. Seen from left to right, are Neha Nagar, Muskaan Sarin, Isha Rajpal, Sunaini Sarin Gupta, Amrita Kak Jhunjhunwala and Namrata Rajpal. They revel in gelato hues dressed in resortwear by Roseroom Couture HELLO! *5.%

BEST FRIENDS FOREVER ‘Friendship is to be able to depend on someone for unconditional emotional support without judging each other... and to always have each other’s back no matter what’ - Amrita Kak Jhunjhunwala

ISHA RAJPAL FASHION DESIGNER, ROSEROOM STUDIO

What does friendship mean to you?

“Friendship means a sense of compatibility between two individuals who discover their true self together and help each other grow in all walks of life.”

Your childhood besties and your fondest memories with and around them?

“I have no childhood besties as we learn to recognise who we truly are at later stages of life.”

How do you like to spend time together when you catch up with friends?

“Spending time with the empowering and elegant women in my life would ideally be a relaxed dinner playing dress up with them at the Roseroom Studio.”

Your favourite holiday with friends?

“My most recent excavation with my dearest friends to the Maldives for my friend, Rajat Singhi’s 40th celebration.”

Your best friend and what he or she means to you?

“I wouldn’t say I have a particular best friend but I have a few close friends that are close to my heart and I feel blessed to have them as a part of my life’s journey.”

What has been your greatest contribution as a friend?

“An ideal contribution would be through any interaction between me and my friend. If I could add value to my friend’s life, I would consider myself grateful.”

Do you believe in BFFS (Best Friends Forever)?

“Yes, I believe people can be BFFs if you’re true to yourself and to your friends. The ties of friendship can last beyond a lifetime.”

If you had to set out on an adventure with your girlfriends, what would you choose?

“An adventure on the Caribbean islands with my girlfriends would be a great idea. I would love a relaxed weekend where we do nothing but pamper ourselves.”

NAMRATA RAJPAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR AT ROSEROOM COUTURE, COFOUNDER L’OPULENCE, INTERIOR AND FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY

What does friendship mean to you?

“Friendship to me is all about honesty and giving each other strength – both at the emotional and mental level. It’s also about the ability to be yourself without the fear of judgement from the other. It’s a comfort feeling.”

Your childhood besties and your fondest memories with and around them?

“I make very few friends and my besties are very close to my heart.

1\¼[ LQNÅK]T\ \W VIUM \PMU ITT PMZM · J]\ ITT 1 KIV [Ia Q[ \PI\ MIKP one of them has had a special place in my life and we have made incredible memories along the way.”

How do you like to spend time together when you catch up with friends?

“A cosy close-knit dinner over wine and music where we end up chilling till the wee hours, is my ideal way of spending time and bonding with friends.”

Your favourite holiday with friends…?

“Is yet to happen.”

Your best friend and what she means to you?

“I have a few friends who complete me in some way or the other.

Each brings out a different version of me when I’m with them.”

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“I guess my friends would be better at answering that. But I feel I am a 2.00 am kind of friend who you will be there for you when you need me, no matter what.”

Do you believe in BFFs? ¹1\¼[ ZIZM \W ÅVL NZQMVL[ TQSM \PI\ J]\ aM[ 1 LW JMTQM^M \PMZM IZM [WUM people whose friendships last a lifetime.”

If you had to set out on an adventure with your girlfriends what would you choose?

“I would love a road trip across the Californian Coast – from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The energy there is just so different.”

AMRITA KAK JHUNJHUNWALA FORMER PLAYBACK SINGER, DESIGNER RUNNING THE LABEL ‘MY LITTLE J BY AMRITA’

What does friendship mean to you?

“To be able to depend on someone for unconditional emotional support without judging each other and to always have each other’s back, no matter what.”

Your childhood besties and your fondest memories with and around them?

“I was in boarding at Mayo College, Ajmer, and my besties are actually from that time – Sagarika Ghatge and Ritika Shahabadi Prasad, were a year junior to me. However, as things went, I started to share a truly special bond with them. Both are married and settled in Mumbai and I really miss chilling with them. We’ve had some amazing times together in school and after that, when we were in college in Mumbai. We’ve seen each other grow and we all know each other’s shortcomings but have never been judgmental. We’ve partied together, gone through ups and downs together and it’s been a beautiful journey so far. Sagarika and I even travelled together representing our school at inter-school dance competitions.”

How do you like to spend time together when you catch up with friends?

“When it comes to friends, honestly the place really doesn’t matter.

It’s more about being together. It could be going out for a fun dinner or even chilling at home and chatting. Our conversations are neverending.”

Your favourite holiday with friends?

“There have been quite a few but recently we did Gstaad with the kids. There were quite a few of us and it was an absolute blast. It was amazing as the kids had a blast together and so did we all.”

Your best friend and what he or she means to you?

“Sagarika and Ritika are my go-to people. Sagarika has this tendency of absconding every now and then (smiles) but then these two are family and we don’t have anything to prove to each other.

It’s amazing how we know what the other one is thinking without having to spell things out. We share a beautiful understanding which you seldom come across these days. I am so grateful that I have them in my life.”

What has been your greatest contribution as a friend?

“I think I’ve been there to support my friends emotionally whenever they’ve needed me.”

Do you believe in BFFs? “Yes I totally believe in BFFs and I am grateful I have mine.”

If you had to set out on an adventure with your girlfriends, what would you choose?

“I would love to go on a holiday with Sagarika and Ritika. We have made some twenty thousand plans and they haven’t worked out because all three of us are super lazy in our own ways. I so wish we could do a holiday together at some point of time – could be a beach or honestly anywhere, would be super fun.”

Neha Nagar of Proquest Nutrition, Isha Rajpal, a gym enthusiast and founder of Roseroom Couture with Muskaan Sarin, Founder and CEO of an e-commerce startup called www.klikly.com

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SUNAINI GUPTA FASHION DESIGNER WHO STARTED HER OWN LABEL OF CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES

What does friendship mean to you?

“Friendship means being able to be who I am – without the fear of being judged. I consider myself super lucky that I have a few people like that in my life.”

Your childhood besties and your fondest memories with and around them?

“Every friend of mine has contributed in their own way to make this journey a happy and meaningful one.”

How do you like to spend time together when you catch up with friends?

“The best way to catch up with friends would be a pyjama and ponytail kind of day... just order in and chill!”

Your favourite holiday memory with friends?

“I’ve have done quite a few fun holidays with friends. A recent one was to Switzerland where we had a fabulous time.”

Your best friend and what he or she means to you?

“My closest friends mean the world to me. My friends’ unconditional love and care keeps me in highest spirits.”

What has been your greatest contribution as a friend?

“To be there for my friends through thick and thin.”

Do you believe in BFFS? “Yes I do. Life would not be the same without them.”

If you had to set out on an adventure with your girlfriends, what would you choose?

“I would want to do something totally out of the box. I have quite a few ideas in mind!”

Seen here are Amrita Kak Jhunhunwala, a trained classical singer who has her own brand of kids apparel, ‘My little J’, with Sunaini Sarin Gupta who is in the midst of launching her own clothing line, SIS, and our host Namrata Rajpal, an enterpreneur who juggles Roseroom and her own furniture brand ฀ HELLO!฀

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‘My girls who I grew up with, the holidays we took, the nights we spent talking, the fights we had, the numerous life plans we made... Every memory is precious; am so proud of them!’

- Muskaan Sarin

MUSKAAN SARIN FOUNDER, KLIKLY.COM, AN ONLINE PLATFORM THAT PROVIDES MULTIPLE SERVICES

What does friendship truly mean to you?

“Friendship for me means to be together through thick and thin, through ups and downs and to always bring the best out in each other.”

Your childhood besties and your fondest memories with them?

“Childhood always makes me think of school, so of course all my school friends, my girls who I grew up with, the holidays we took, the nights we spend talking, \PM ÅOP\[ _M PIL \PM V]UMZW][ TQNM plans we made together. Every memory is precious, and I am so proud of all of them.”

How do you like to spend time together when you catch up with your friends?

“On the couch with slow rock or jazz music and a bottle of wine!!”

Your favourite holiday with friends? (Especially if it was with the ones we are featuring in HELLO!) “I have been lucky enough to have many! And each one of my trips have been special; Istanbul for my friend’s bachelorette, Amsterdam with my best friend, Goa with my sisters, the Golden Temple, and the list goes on!”

Your best friend and what he or she means to you?

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What has been your greatest contribution as a friend?

“I will have to ask my friends that!”

Do you believe in BFFS (best friends forever)?

“Of course! Till death do us apart.”

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THE POWER OF THREE HELLO! JOINS GLAMOURISTAS, SURILY DP GOEL, KAJAL FABIANI AND CECELIA MORELLI PARIKH FOR LUNCH, AND DISCOVERS THAT DIAMONDS ALONE AREN’T A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND

SURILY DP GOEL FASHION DESIGNER, SURILY G How did you all meet?

“We’ve known each other for a long time. Kajal and I go way back because we’re family friends but we’ve become closer with time. We did an event called Memorable Matches where we all collaborated together and really spent time and got to know each other better.”

How often do you all meet and where do you like to hang out and bond?

“We meet over fashion – whether they’re collaborations etc. I meet Cecelia and Kajal separately; Kajal and I workout and go for dinners together. We have our own equations and I have independent relationships with both of them, but when we work together we’re always together. We’ll catch up at Cece’s house for dinner or something.”

What do you love about the other girls?

“Both of them push me to be a better person. They both bring out the best in me, they push me to do things. They’re both very focused and dedicated, they’re both go-getters and ground me totally. They encourage me to stay ahead – Kajal started Sunday boot camp and I said, ‘Who’s going to wake up on a Sunday – forget it, no chance!’ but she would call me and push me and now I’m addicted! Cecelia helps me eat better, whenever I need style advice she’s there because I really love to mix and match. I love taking my personal wardrobe to her, we work on it together.”

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HELLO! FRIENDSHIP ‘Both of them push me to be a better person. They both bring out the best in me, they push me to do things. They’re both very focused and dedicated, they’re both go-getters and ground me totally’ – Surily

What does friendship mean to you?

“Loyalty. When you can sit with somebody and just be yourself without anyone judging you. Our bond goes beyond work, boot camp, fun and games – I know I can pick up the phone in the middle of the night and they will be there.”

What kind of a friend would you say you are to the ladies? ¹1 \PQVS 1¼U ÅMZKMTa TWaIT <PMa ground me and I add the madness to their lives!” (laughs) Narrate an inside joke you share with one another...

“Nothing comes to mind at present!”

Surily keeps it classy in a dress from Dries Van Noten, exclusively available at Le Mill, and a reversible bandhini vest by Surily G. She accessorises with ear studs, a three finger ring along with a selection of stacked evil eye bracelets, all from KAJ Fine Jewellery

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‘What I love most about our synergy, is the way we motivate each other to be a better version of ourselves, whether it is at the gym or work place’ – Kajal

KAJAL FABIANI

FOUNDER, KAJ FINE JEWELLERY How did you all meet?

“I have known Surily for many years now. We are close family friends. +MKQTQI IVL 1 ÅZ[\ UM\ IZW]VL aMIZ[ IOW _PMV 1 UW^ML \W 5]UJIQ IVL _M PQ\ Q\ WNN QUUMLQI\MTa º How often do you all meet and where do you like to hang out and bond? ¹1 [MM ;]ZQTa I TW\ UWZM KWV[QLMZQVO _M JW\P _WZS QV *IVLZI IVL _M \ZI^MT ^MZa WN\MV \WOM\PMZ 1V 5]UJIQ _M TW^M \W OW \W *I[\QIV WZ ;MY]MT NWZ I Y]QKS PMIT\Pa UMIT L]ZQVO \PM _MMS +MKQTQI IVL 1 KI\KP ]X _PMVM^MZ 1 IU QV \W_V W^MZ I VQKM JW\\TM WN ZML _QVM I\ PMZ XTIKM º What do you love about the other girls? ¹1 ILUQZM PW_ PIZL_WZSQVO LaVIUQK IVL \ZIV[XIZMV\ JW\P WN \PMU IZM <PMa IT[W PI^M I KZIba [QLM \W \PMU _PQKP KWUM[ W]\ UW[\ _PMV _M IZM PIZL I\ _WZS ?PI\ 1 TW^M UW[\ IJW]\ W]Z [aVMZOa Q[ \PM _Ia _M UW\Q^I\M MIKP W\PMZ \W JM I JM\\MZ ^MZ[QWV WN W]Z[MT^M[ _PM\PMZ Q\ Q[ I\ \PM OaU WZ _WZS XTIKM º What does friendship mean to you? ¹;WUMWVM _PW Q[ KWV[Q[\MV\ PWVM[\ IVL \PMZM NWZ aW] _PMV aW] VMML \PMU º What kind of a friend would you say you are to the ladies? ¹1 _W]TL [Ia 1 IU I ^MZa PWVM[\ IVL ^MZa TWaIT NZQMVL 1 \ZMI\ Ua NZQMVL[¼ []KKM[[M[ WZ PIZL[PQX[ I[ Ua W_V º Have you travelled anywhere together? ¹AM[ · ;]ZQTa¼[ \P JQZ\PLIa QV *P]\IV TI[\ aMIZ 1\ _I[ []KP I UIOQKIT M`XMZQMVKM M[XMKQITTa \PM \ZMS ]X \W <QOMZ¼[ 6M[\ º

Kajal Fabiani looks elegant in a beautiful dotted lace tiered skirt by Surily G and an off-shoulder top from Jonathan Simkhai, available exclusively at Le Mill.

She completes her look with multi-coloured hoops, an uncut and full cut diamond cuff and a stackable eternity midi ring, all from KAJ Fine Jewellery

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HELLO! FRIENDSHIP ‘We may not meet as often as we would like to but when we do, we spend a lot of quality time together’ – Cecelia

CECELIA MORELLI PARIKH CO-FOUNDER, LE MILL How did you all meet?

“I actually am not sure. It sort of feels like we’ve known each other for a while just by meeting at dinners or at friends’ homes.”

How often do you all meet and where do you like to hang out and bond?

“We may not meet as often as we would like to but when we do, we spend a lot of quality time together. We like to hang out in Alibaug.”

What do you love about the other girls?

“Surily has this carefree attitude in public and in the way she dresses, but she’s actually a pure taskmaster. If we get anything done, it’s because she’s pushing us. Kajal has a unique gift of making everyone around her really comfortable. She can pretty much talk to anyone you put in front of her. She’s a master conversationalist, as they would have said in a Jane Austen novel.”

What does friendship mean to you?

“Loyalty.”

What kind of a friend would you say you are to the ladies?

“A loyal one, I hope!”

Narrate an inside joke you share with one another...

“Surily thinks my husband is way cooler than me.”

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Cecilia is chic in a top from Dries Van Noten, exclusively available at Le Mill, paired with bandhini Goa pants by Surily G and strappy heels from Saint Laurent. Emerald and uncut diamond earrings from KAJ Fine Jewellery, adds the finishing touch to her ensemble

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CONTEMPORARY CREATIVITY FROM ACROSS SOUTH-EAST ASIA AUCTION HOUSE ASTAGURU CURATES A CATALOGUE FEATURING ACE CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS FROM ACROSS SOUTH-EAST ASIA, WITH AN EYE ON NURTURING THE MASTERS OF TOMORROW

Houndingdown by TV Santhosh (above left). Eruda by Jitish Kallat (right)

iding close on the success of their Modern R Indian Art auction earlier this year and after recently having conducted their Rare Books on Hindoostan auction in May, 2018, auction house AstaGuru is geared to present an extension within their ‘Contemporary’ art segment with a ‘South East Asian Contemporary Art’ auction.

Raring to go ahead with this refreshing wave of contemporary artists, AstaGuru’s art specialists Sunny Chandiramani and Sneha Gautam tell us the pressing importance of contemporary art. Sunny states, “Today’s contemporary artists need to be nurtured, considering these very artists will be masters tomorrow.” Sneha further elaborates by saying, “Contemporary art is not just art, it’s a philosophy of modern society, and chronicles our current reality.”

After having conducted numerous successful contemporary Indian art auctions in the past, the auction house is now reaching out to new horizons by including works by artists based all over South East Asia, to name a few – Kim Seola, Shahabuddin Ahmed and Senaka Senanayake, who is one of Sri Lanka’s most ฀ HELLO!฀

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Apart from international names, the auction will also include the biggest names frrom the Indian contemporary scene such as Anish Kapoor, Subodh Gupta, Bharati Kheer, Anju Dodiya, Sudhir Patwardhan, Rekha Rod dwittiya, Jitish Kallat, TV Santhosh, Surendraan Nair, Baiju Parthan and Justin Ponmany to name n a few. As an auction house that priides itself on a certain calibre, AstaGuru ÅVL[ Q\ WN ]\UW[\ QUXWZ\IVKM \W OQ^M L]M

‘Today’s contemporary artists need to be nurtured, considering these very artists will be masters tomorrow’ – Sunny Chandiramani ‘Contemporary art is not just art, it’s a philosophy of modern society, and chronicles our current reality’ – Sneha Gautam

Madanika Dunyazade by Surendran Nair (above) and Cloud Hunter by Anju Dodiya (right)

artistic credit and showcase those works that are integral with the artist’s vocabulary and oeuvre.

For instance, TV Santhosh’s installation titled Houndingdown, which is his most important work till date, will be a part of this auction. Santhosh’s narrative has always been intertwined with the notion of violence, its repercussions and its very prevalent reality in the present, and therefore through this installlation he highlights how man, in the grasp of vengeance, forgoes the very essence of humanity. The timer on each dog counts down towards the end of the world IVL \PM ÅVIT UWUMV\[ JMNWZM I KI\I[\ZWXPQK disaster. His distinctive stylistic treatment and art philosophy makes Santhosh’s works recognizable and relevant without being predictable. This particular work was also displayed at the Royal Academy of Arts during ‘A multi-disciplinary season of cutting-edge visual culture exhibition’

in the year 2009.

The work by Anju Dodiya titled Cloud Hunter from the year 2005, depicts a couple with the man aiming an arrow towards the sky; the medium for this work is unusual as the innovative artist executes this work on a mattress.

The oil-on-canvas work by Surendran Nair titled Madanika/Dunyazade (Cuckoonebulopolis) merges the artists’ work ergonomics. The artist projects his protagonist, engulfed by the aura of theatre with a meditative stance; it articulates the work a stage actor undertakes in order to prepare for a role and a performance. The six-foot work establishes its presence with a certain element of drama and silent contemplation. A poignant lot is that of Jitish Kallat titled Eruda, a mammoth iconic sculpture of a young boy selling books on \PM \ZINÅK TQOP\[ WN 5]UJIQ +WUXW[ML WN JTIKS TMIL WV ÅJZMOTI[[ NZWU \PM aMIZ [\IVLQVO I\

an impressive 35 feet, the sculpture teases with its intense sense of irony; illiterate children selling books. Lacquered with black-lead, Eruda ensures that you are branded by a black stain on your ÅVOMZ[ QN aW] KPWW[M \W \W]KP \PM [K]TX\]ZM WZ QN you have either directly or indirectly, supported child labour.

Astaguru’s upcoming auction is something to keep a close eye on, considering they not only include the biggest names but also their most important works (as in the case with Justin Ponmany and TV Santhosh). The auction will IT[W NMI\]ZM _WZS[ NZWU \PM KWTTMK\QWV WN +PIZTM[ Saatchi and takes place on www.astaguru.com in the latter half of June 2018. Patrons and observers can stay updated by visiting their website. Astaguru wishes all a happy and arty []UUMZ ÅTTML _Q\P QV[XQZI\QWV

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SUPER-MOMS HELLO! BRIINGS YOU THE SECOND PART OF THE SERIES ON MOMS WHO O EXCEL AT EVERYTHING – FROM PARENTING TO FITNESS BOO OT CAMPS TO AMPING UP THE RAMP OR SOCIAL SCENEE WITH THEIR MILLION DOLLAR PRESENCE

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Did you take very strong steps to regain your super-toned body after your baby girl arrived? Can you share, for new moms, what the most critical measures were?

“Actually no… it took me over a year to drop the baby weight. I took my time with it – I enjoyed being pregnant, largely because I was told I’d never be able to have children. I was bedridden for weeks and _MMS[ IN\MZ PI^QVO 3ZQ[PVI [W 1 KW]TLV¼\ M`MZKQ[M I\ ÅZ[\ 1 IK\]ITTa didn’t put a lot of pressure on myself to lose the weight quickly, I decided it was going to come off when it was time for it to. I didn’t want any added stress on top of what comes naturally from being a new mother. I didn’t want to do anything too drastic with my diet either because I didn’t want Krishna to miss out on any nutrients from nursing. When you let yourself off the hook, and don’t give yourself such strict deadlines, I think you naturally shift back into working out and eating better more wholeheartedly.”

Many mothers say time is too short to dedicate to selfcare, be it paying attention to one’s diet, or making time to exercise. What is your solution to this time-management issue, given you are a working mom too?

“Time management is essential for any busy Mom, but my attitude is not such that I go about trying to solve every obstacle myself. Rather, I prioritize what I can manage and what will keep me functioning at my optimum self. Working out is important to me, especially because 1 MI\ NWZ I TQ^QVO [W 1 \Za \W [KPML]TM \PI\ ÅZ[\ \PQVO QV \PM UWZVQVO after I’ve dropped my daughter off at school. I do it to start out my day on the right note but also just to get it out of the way. We have one freshly made meal every day, usually for dinner, and I’ll eat any TMN\W^MZ[ \PM VM`\ LIa NWZ T]VKP 1¼U I ÅZU JMTQM^MZ QV MI\QVO I\ PWUM as much as possible. Not only is it good for bonding with family, but it’s usually much healthier and more affordable than what you’d get eating out in restaurants. I’m also fortunate to have help when I need it, so I think knowing when to delegate is important too. The reality is no one can do it all. And I think there’s grace in being able to ask for help when you need it.”

How do the 40s change one’s metabolism? Have you introduced major lifestyle changes post 40?

“I think metabolism slows down for everyone in their 40s. One of the best additions to my life recently has been Pilates. It has completely transformed the shape of my body – I have lift and muscle tone where I haven’t had any before, and I feel stronger overall. I also love to box, I think it’s just as great a mental workout as it is physical. As for diet,

A super-fit Padma looking radiant in her everyday avataar, in Manhattan, New York. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I prioritise what I can manage and what will keep me functioning at my optimum self. Working out is important to me, especially because I eat for a living!â&#x20AC;? she shares

HELLO! FEATURE ‘American food culture is so focused on consuming meat for protein, most people don’t realize you can get just as much protein from plants, which also have a great deal of fiber, so you feel satiated longer, and we produce less of a carbon footprint by eating beans and legumes’ – Padma Lakshmi

Above, Padma Lakshmi jogging on the streets of New York. On the left, she hots up the red carpet at HBO’s official after-party at th 2015 Emmy Awards

\PM UWZM 1 IOM 1 ÅVL Ua[MTN MI\QVO TM[[ IVL TM[[ UMI\ 1 LQLV¼\ OZW_ ]X MI\QVO Q\ [W 1 \PQVS Ua JWLa R][\ LWM[V¼\ SVW_ _PI\ \W LW _Q\P Q\ JMKI][M Q\ LQLV¼\ TMIZV \W XZWKM[[ Q\ L]ZQVO Ua NWZUI\Q^M aMIZ[ º What are some foods that actually help burn fat or keep it away? ¹8]T[M[ IZM IK\]ITTa I P]OM [\IXTM WN Ua LQM\ )UMZQKIV NWWL K]T\]ZM Q[ [W NWK][ML WV KWV[]UQVO UMI\ NWZ XZW\MQV UW[\ XMWXTM LWV¼\ ZMITQbM aW] KIV OM\ R][\ I[ U]KP XZW\MQV NZWU XTIV\[ _PQKP IT[W PI^M I OZMI\ LMIT WN ÅJMZ [W aW] NMMT [I\QI\ML TWVOMZ IVL _M XZWL]KM TM[[ WN I KIZJWV NWW\XZQV\ Ja MI\QVO JMIV[ IVL TMO]UM[ º Do you subscribe to the high-protein, low-carb diet, overall? ¹1V I [MV[M aM[ 5a LQM\ Q[ IK\]ITTa XMZ KMV\ NZ]Q\ IVL ^MOM\IJTM[ XMZ KMV\ XZW\MQV U]KP WN _PQKP Q[ IT[W XTIV\ JI[ML TMV\QT[ X]T[M[ M\K IVL \PM ZMUIQVQVO XMZ KMV\ Q[ KIZJWPaLZI\M[ 1 \Za \W KPWW[M PMIT\Pa KIZJ[ _PMVM^MZ XW[[QJTM Y]QVWI ZQKM M\K 1 NMMT TQSM 1¼U KWV[\IV\Ta []ZZW]VLML Ja []OIZ · JM Q\ NZWU Ua LI]OP\MZ WZ Ua K]TQVIZa I[[Q[\IV\ )V\PWVa _PW _QTT JZQVO QV JISML OWWL[ \W \PM WNÅKM# J]\ 1 OMVMZITTa \Za \W I^WQL []OIZ QN 1 KIV º There are a lot of get-slim-quick protein shakes, etc, being marketed today. Do you subscribe to these... do they work? ¹1 LWV¼\ ][M XZW\MQV [PISM[ I[ I UMIT ZMXTIKMUMV\ 1 LZQVS I XZW\MQV [PISM M^MZa WVKM IVL I _PQTM UWZM [W \W PWTL UM W^MZ ]V\QT Ua VM`\ UMIT <PMa¼ZM ][]ITTa JTMVLML _Q\P [SQU UQTS I JIVIVI IVL TW\[ WN KQVVIUWV 1 SMMX 5][KTM 5QTS QV I [UITT NZQLOM 1 PI^M QV Ua JMLZWWU 1 NMMT JM\\MZ IJW]\ LZQVSQVO \PI\ _PMV I TI\M VQOP\ KZI^QVO [\ZQSM[ ^[ OWQVO LW_V[\IQZ[ IVL UISQVO UQLVQOP\ VIKPW[ *]\ Ua W^MZITT I\\Q\]LM Q[ \PI\ _Q\P LQM\ Q\¼[ UWZM WN I TWVO \MZU IXXZWIKP ^MZ[][ I Y]QKS Å` 6W\PQVO PIXXMV[ W^MZVQOP\ IVL VW\PQVO \PI\ _WZS[ Y]QKSTa _QTT [][\IQV Q\[MTN WVKM aW] IJIVLWV \PM PIJQ\ IVL OW JIKS \W MI\QVO I[ aW] VWZUITTa _W]TL 1\ PI[ \W JM JITIVKML º TEXT: SANGEETA WADHWANI 60 HELLO! JUNE 2018

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“I’m a 28 year-old mom of two. I was brought up in Hong Kong, went to school here, got married here and had my children here too. I was born in Delhi, and in between I spent short bursts of time in America, Switzerland IVL ÅVITTa 4WVLWV _PMZM 1 OW\ Ua ]VLMZOZIL]I\M LMOZMM NZWU \PM 4WVLWV ;KPWWT WN -KWVWUQK[ IVL Political Science. I simultaneously graduated from the /MUWTWOQKIT 1V[\Q\]\M WN )UMZQKI /1) QV 4WVLWV I got married, moved back to Hong Kong and started working at our very own Temptations Jewellery brand around six years ago. In between having my kids (my son Nivaan is now three-and-a-half, and my daughter Reya is 14 months old), I have been an integral part of the company as it has continued to expand its client base all over the world with our most recent store opening in Singapore. Today, I am the Creative Director here and focus mainly on jewellery design.”

Did you take very strong steps to regain your super-toned body after the kids arrived... can you share, for new moms, what the most critical measures were?

“I am a big believer in the ‘mind-body’ connection.

After having Nivaan, I ate what would restore and repair my body, and give me the energy I needed to be a new mom. By no means was it a crash diet, or a strict

workout regimen; it was a positive attitude and a focus on nourishment. I quickly found that the less emphasis I put on losing the baby weight through my diet, the easier I lost it. Most of all, I believe having a positive mind [M\ LMÅVQ\MTa QUXIK\ML \PM JQWTWOQKIT _WZSQVO[ WN Ua body. After giving birth both times, I had the Indonesian ‘Jamu’ treatment wrap and massage done for 10 days, _PQKP PMTXML ZIXQLTa ZML]KM _I\MZ ZM\MV\QWV -^MZa day after removing the wrap, I could see the results: my abdomen felt more toned, and I myself was more ZMTI`ML IVL KWVÅLMV\ 1 PI^M JMMV XZIK\QKQVO aWOI QV different forms since I was 10 years old and continued throughout and after my pregnancies. Yoga is considered a ‘mind-body’ therapy. All of our organs and emotions share a common language and constantly communicate with each other. The endorphins released and Relaxin hormone emitted into the body through yoga reduce cortisol and other stress hormones, and this aids weight loss and promotes well-being.”

Many mothers say time is too short to dedicate to self-care, be it paying attention to one’s diet, or making time to exercise. What is your solution to this time-management issue, given you are a working mom too?

“In terms of exercise, a hot yoga or spinning class in the morning while the kids are at school or napping, gives me much-needed time for myself to sweat and detox. Through raising two young kids and having my

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daughter Reya just over a year ago, I wanted to strike a good balance from the start. If I am PMIT\Pa PIXXa IVL ZMNZM[PML Q\ QVÆ]MVKM[ ITT parts of my life. I plan my days so that I can even work remotely and design jewellery from home so I can maximise time with my children.

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What are some foods that actually help burn fat or keep it away?

“I start my mornings with a nutritious smoothie which I feel kick-starts my metabolism for the day and keeps me full all morning. My favourite ingredients are pomegranate for an iron boost, banana to reduce bloating and coconut milk with natural fatty acids. Another fat burning NI^W]ZQ\M Q[ JMZZQM[ XIKSML _Q\P ÅJZM IVL antioxidants as well as containing less sugar than most fruits; berries with Greek yoghurt is a recent addition to my diet, inspired by both my kids’ love for strawberries.”

Do you subscribe to the high-protein, low-carb diet, by and large?”

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[]XMZ PQOP XZW\MQV UMIT[ \W SMMX Å\ )N\MZ having kids, through the busy life of a new mom, I started to eat what gave me energy and ultimately made me happy, and have followed this philosophy ever since. The majority of my meals consist of good old-fashioned white rice. Moderation is paramount; I believe in eating balanced meals with protein, good fats, vegetables and carbohydrates. Rather than Å`I\QVO WV NWWL OZW]X[ 1 NWK][ WV \PM Y]ITQ\a of the food – be it handmade pasta, or organic vegetables. I do occasionally indulge in dessert and will end my night with a little bit of my favourite chocolate before bed.”

There are a lot of get-slim-quick protein shakes, etc, being marketed today. Do you subscribe to these... do they work?

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“I admit that I have tried these in the past, but pregnancy made me rethink what I put in my body as it was all going directly to my JIJa ;QVKM Ua ÅZ[\ XZMOVIVKa 1 PI^M ILWX\ML the philosophy of eating natural, even after giving birth, and I now won’t eat anything I wouldn’t let my kids eat. I feel that there are so many healthy sources of natural proteins IVL ^Q\IUQV[ TQSM ÆI` [MML[ KPQI [MML[ IVL OWRQ berries, which I try to incorporate into my diet.

Our bodies were made to digest natural foods and I think forcing it to digest too many manUILM KPMUQKIT[ _QTT M^MV\]ITTa JIKSÅZM º Any other new knowledge on health and wellness that you have discovered through your travels, interaction with non-Indian friends in other cultures?

“Growing up in Hong Kong, surrounded by Asian and Chinese cultures, I have seen how their meals actually consist predominantly of carbohydrates and vegetables with a little bit of protein thrown in. I had always wondered how my non-Indian friends were able to stay so skinny whilst eating so many carbs. After my children, I have tended to follow a very ‘Chinese’-inspired diet consisting of rice as the staple centre of my meal. It keeps me fuller for longer, means I snack less and am completely [I\Q[ÅML IN\MZ_IZL[ 1 IU IT_Ia[ WXMV \W trying different workouts around the world.

In London, I would go to a variety of classes, QVKT]LQVO [XQVVQVO IVL B]UJI º Your own mom, Sunita Vachani, at 50, is a stellar example of the triumph of

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“My mother has always been an inspiration to me. Seeing her take care of and worship her own body, has in turn inspired me to do the same. As a child, I would see her wake up early and head to aerobics classes, and until today she walks 10km a day and counts her minimum of 10,000 steps. Her motto has always been ¹UWZM Q[ UWZM TM[[ Q[ JWZQVO º IVL [PM IXXTQM[ H Q\ \W ITT I[XMK\[ WN PMZ TQNM º TEXT: SANGEETA WADHWANI PHOTOS: ALI GHORBANI MAKE-UP: KAREN YIU ASSISTED BY REGINA CHAN, HONG KONG HAIR: MUDYWITTY, HONG KONG

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Holistic wellness is such an important component for every mother… how do you integrate the same into your life? ¹)N\MZ Ua ÅZ[\ JWZV <PMI KIUM QV\W \PQ[ _WZTL aMIZ[ ago – I had to take drastic steps, as I had indulged wrongly and had put on a lot of weight. Thereafter, I had a trainer KWUM QV \W \ZIQV UM NWZ Å^M LIa[ I _MMS IVL Ua P][JIVL and I went on a low-carb diet and started eating ‘clean’ and healthy with lots of protein and vegetables included in our diet. Within a couple of months, I was back in shape.”

How vital is self-care for mothers and how do UIVIOM \PM [IUM IUQL[\ I PMK\QK [KPML]TM ÅTTML with personal and professional responsibilities? ¹;MTN KIZM Q[ M`\ZMUMTa QUXWZ\IV\ IVL [PW]TL LMÅVQ\MTa JM IV integral component of every mother’s daily routine – one that is taken seriously. As my children are now of an age where they can manage a lot of their lives by themselves, I now do get more time off to go to the gym, boot camp, massages etc. My self-care routine varies according to the needs of the moment, but I am truly enjoying this time off for myself, thoroughly.”

How does time change one’s metabolism? Have you introduced major lifestyle changes?

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What are the components of your food diaries?

“I keep away from sugar and mainly eat a high protein, low carb diet as I believe this works for my body type and helps me get into swimsuit shape. I personally don’t indulge in NIL LQM\[ WZ Y]QKS Å` UQTS[PISM[ I[ \PMa IZM VW\ \W Ua \I[\M Thankfully, I am genetically blessed with great genes.”

Any role model mothers in your own family...? ¹1 PI^M IT_Ia[ JMMV []ZZW]VLML Ja ^MZa Å\ IVL IK\Q^M moms who handle so many different roles so beautifully...

I have observed both my parents religiously go for their morning walks for the last 30 years... so staying ‘well’ has been inculcated in me from a very early age. I also must say

‘In order to manage all these roles and stay on my toes, I understand the importance of fitness and I work hard to stay in good shape and productively engaged – which is my mantra for a healthy mind, body and soul’

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Khushnaz prefers to focus on her physical fitness in order to be able to manage her myriad responsibilities.

She’s pictured in the gym in a head-to-toe look by Adidas

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BY THE ELEMENTS HELLO! ENCOUNTERS A TRIO OF DESIGNERS AND THEIR MINDFUL MUSES WHO EMBRACE A SUSTAINABLE, YET STYLISH, ECOSYSTEM. IN THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF THE SERIES, HELLO! INDULGES IN A SARTORIAL TALE WITH PAYAL KHANDWALA AND ADHUNA BHABANI

Payal Khandwala & Adhuna Bhabani The inimitable designer with an undeniable Indian soul joins forces with the hair maven for a stylistic escapade

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he importance of sustainable fashion…

Payal Khandwala: “I think we must be conscious as customers as well as manufacturers. We must source and make responsibly, but also think before we buy.

We cannot buy indiscriminate fast fashion without thinking about the impact it has on our planet. We must buy less but buy better.

We must repeat and reuse, we must care about what we put on our bodies and in our wardrobes. Buying less is the only way to be truly sustainable.”

Adhuna Bhabani: “If our planet is to survive, sustainability is the key to everything we do... including what we wear.”

How do you personally recycle and reuse?

Payal: “I often use old textiles or my old KTW\PM[ \W ZMKaKTM \PMU QV\W VM_ W]\Å\[ NWZ myself and sometimes for my daughter, Mira.

As a conscious decision, I always give away clothes to charities, I never throw them in the bin and most importantly as a principle, I don’t buy clothes on impulse, or buy clothes that are trendy and that I know won’t stand the test of time.”

Adhuna: “I try to reinvent my clothes if I can, mixing and matching them – sometimes even altering, cutting and redesigning them myself ! I should admit that I am becoming more conscious about the importance of recycling and reuse. I’m trying to resist the temptation of buying more new things.

I love vintage fashion and if I had great WX\QWV[ PMZM QV 1VLQI 1 _W]TL LMÅVQ\MTa WVTa shop vintage!”

Has any designer/brand/celebrity initiative, that is focused on sustainability, caught your eye?

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labels that care about the labour that they engage (and the health and education of their families) and brands that are involved in ethical practices. As long as there is a concerted effort to be thoughtful, we are moving in the right direction. The rest is really up to us as consumers.”

Adhuna: “If I am buying something new, I do try to stick to brands that have a sustainable outlook. I have acquired quite a few of Payal’s clothes over the years and the fabrics she uses are natural so they always feel great to wear. I’m also very inspired by the concept of Fashion Revolution India, whose approach is not only sustainable, but educational.”

Your thoughts on ‘Fast Fashion?’

Payal: “I think that in trying to make clothes affordable fast fashion is eroding the core of our industry. Cheap knock-offs are made at the expense of cheaper human labour in factories, some of which don’t meet even basic safety requirements. If the cost of all our raw materials have gone up over the years, how can our t-shirts keep getting cheaper? Somewhere, someone is being compromised, and it’s the quality of the clothes and the quality of the lives of the people that make them. We must rethink what we are really supporting in the name of fast fashion. Because we are all responsible for the consequences.”

Adhuna: “Fast fashion is fun. While I was growing up, I would change my hair almost as often as my clothes, and this kind of fashion was affordable and fun. However, I am not very sure about how ethical practices relating to fast fashion are; working conditions in factories where these garments are produced and materials that are sourced for creating the same may not always be sustainably viable. Up-cycling your own wardrobe may be a better way go.”

Adhuna and Payal sport twin-like in silk shirts and handwoven silk bootleg trousers.

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Payal: “It’s quite simple. Question what you buy, question why you buy it, look at the philosophies of the brands you buy from and buy less. Buy better quality clothes that will last you longer. Care about your personal style more than you care about fashion and you will have already won half the battle.”

Adhuna: “By being conscious and aware about what you are buying and who is making their clothes. There are so many choices out there.”

Tell us about the garments created today…

Payal: “For the most part, I think garments are made too quickly, fashion cycles are short and this should change. We must return to carefully crafted clothes and change how people think about dressing. We cannot sell this idea that every time we step out we must wear something new. We must reintroduce the idea that clothes are an extension of our personalities and can be integral, long lasting and comforting, not just something that is topical and dispensable. Clothes must be accessible but also special. They must maximise your personality and they could certainly do with being less homogenous.”

As a mindful muse, what makes these garments – both special, and a necessity?

Adhuna: “I trust Payal, her clothes are always made in beautiful colours and natural fabrics. This is a choice I make therefore, a necessity for me.”

Which are your most timeless possessions?

Payal: “All the textiles I’ve collected over the years, sarees, brocades, handwoven silks that I know cannot be replicated now are my most treasured because I know those artisans are long gone. But I have many other rather [QUXTM _IZLZWJM [\IXTM[ TQSM RMIV[ I _MTT Å\\ML [PQZ\ Ua NI^W]ZQ\M XITIbbW pants and a pair of sandals. Things that have been in my closet for years that are timeless and that I still wear today even though I’ve had some of them for more than a decade.”

Adhuna: “If I’m not wearing Payal, then my jeans and a t-shirt are my ‘timeless’ and my ‘go to’ fashion possessions along with a comfortable pair of Adidas classic runners!”

Which fashionable trend are you looking forward to embracing this season?

Payal: “To not embrace any trends. And I hope this is not a trend!”

Adhuna: “I don’t really follow trends. I choose clothes in fabrics and colours that I like and I attempt to wear what I feel suits me and what I feel comfortable in.”

Do you believe sustainable ‘beauty’ will follow suit?

Payal: “I hope so. I think we cannot be irresponsible in any of the choices we make, what we eat, how we live, what we wear... it’s part of a larger eco system that we must address if we are to leave this planet a better place for our children.”

Adhuna: “Let’s hope so!”

Which beauty trend will you be embracing this summer?

Payal: “I’m going to try and drink more water and I’m not sure this counts, but I don’t have any beauty rituals as such, except getting lots of sleep!”

Adhuna: “Like I said, I don’t really ‘follow trends.’ I will probably experiment with my hair... that’s how I usually update/up cycle my look. You wear your hair every day so by updating your cut or colour is a great way to stay on trend.”

How do you balance your personal (and holistic) wellness?

Payal: “I like to spend time with my family, I like to laugh a lot, I like to XTIa Ua XQIVW IVL TW^M Ua [TMMX 1 _WZS PIZL J]\ Q\ LWM[V¼\ LMÅVM UM IVL 1 KMZ\IQVTa LWV¼\ \ISM Ua[MTN \WW [MZQW][Ta 1 ÅVL \PM MOW KIV JM I OZMI\ XWQV\ of stress.”

Adhuna: “Through exercise, I try to work out in some way or another, hiking, playing a sport, and generally being active. Staying active is what works for me, while making sure I keep it varied and fun.”

What’s next?

Payal: “I hope that we can continue to offer solutions to women that slow fashion just a bit, focus on personal style and empower the women that buy them. While we do that, if we can support some of our artisans and do it in a way that makes consumers want to buy conscious clothing then I’m glad to be part of this movement in an albiet small important way.”

Adhuna: “To focus on sustainability and not be sucked into more consumerism!”

Adhuna gives a twist on power dressing in a hand-woven brocade jacket and trouser with an ivory silk shirt from Payal’s latest collection, paired with metallic sliders and a statement brass circle neck piece from Tahi HELLO! *5.%

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Summer Escapades A holiday is best enjoyed a little far from the madding crowds with the right mix of leisure and culture thrown in. Keeping that in mind, HELLO! presents six less-hyped but deserving destinations to consider while planning that annual escape!

VALLETTA, MALTA GOLDEN-HUED BAROQUE BEAUTY or a small island in the Mediterranean with a long history of occupation, Malta packs a punch with its beautiful coastline, wealth of historic sights and the lure of its pretty harbour towns. Described by UNESCO as ‘one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world’, the citadel capital of Valletta is a World Heritage city known for its harmonious collection of baroque architecture, imposing military forts and elegant church domes alongside towering townhouses with bright green wooden balconies.

Explore the sumptuous interiors of the Grand Master’s Palace and St John’s CoCathedral, walk around soaking in Valletta’s golden-hued baroque beauty and experience the culinary delights the city has to offer. Some of the best places to eat are the Black Pig and Guze, both of which have French-inspired food and are housed in 16th century buildings. 2018 is the year where Valletta has been named a European Capital of Culture, so visitors will get to experience a plethora of events all year round – art of all kinds, theatre, dance, music, food and fun.

WHERE TO STAY: Try one of the historic homes that have been converted into plush boutique hotels. Luxury hotels such as Palazzo Consiglia, SU29 and Ursulino are some of the highest-rated in this city.

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REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND NORDIC CHARM he island nation of Iceland is speckled with remarkable sights such as the dramatic volcanic landscape, hot springs, waterfalls, glaciers and black-sand beaches.

It is also the perfect place to witness the phenomenon that is the Northern Lights.

The capital city of Reykjavík might be small in comparison to places like London or Paris, but it’s packed with captivating art, rich culinary choices, happening nightlife and incredible stories of Nordic history.

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WHERE TO STAY: Hotels in Reykjavík are known for their contemporary style, [\MTTIZ [MZ^QKM ÅVM LQVQVO IVL TWKIT character. Some of the best hotels in the city include Hotel Borg, Canopy by Hilton and Reykjavík Marina Residence.

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Focus on Old Town for the best sightseeing the city has to offer. The area is packed with 17th and 18th-century mansard-roofed houses and museums that beg to be explored along with the classic bistros and manicured squares that are reminiscent of an old European charm. Pay a visit to Le Château Frontenac (reputedly the world’s most photographed hotel with its fabulous turrets, winding hallways and imposing wings), La +Q\ILMTTM *I\\TMÅMTL[ 8IZS I[ _MTT I[ \PM many museums the city has to offer.

WHERE TO STAY: Considered the best luxury hotel in Québec City, the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac offers breath-taking views, old-world charm and excellent service.

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MOSCOW, RUSSIA A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 018 is an important year for Moscow. Not only will it be hosting the football World Cup, this will also mark its 100th anniversary as Russia’s capital. Rich in art, culture and history, the city thrills visitors with its majesty and rich heritage.

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WHERE TO STAY: Stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Moscow or the Savoy and experience Soviet-era charm reimagined for the 21st century.

ANDAMAN ISLANDS, INDIA NATURE’S MOST PRISTINE PROFILE ith a breathtakingly beautiful coastline, pure white sands that fringe rainforests, which are home to a rich profusion of wildlife and fantastic diving possibilities, the Andaman archipelago is the perfect place to ramble around or simply relax on a sun-toasted beach.

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Your ‘Wellness Mantra?’

“My wellness mantra is simply - ‘you are what you eat.’ To be beautiful outside you have to be mindful of what you put inside your body.”

How do you feed your soul?

“Music. Nothing relaxes me more (or better) than a playlist that I’ve put together. I have different playlists for different moods.” (smiles) Beauty rules that you always abide by, for years?

“Always invest in good skin care. For make-up to look fresh and dewy, good skin is essential. When in sunny climes, I never forget my sunscreen.”

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Top Trends: “Iceland is a very cold country, and considering the cold, people wear a lot of layers (three or four at the very least). Everyone styles their layers differently – with funky snow glares, luxe gloves, fun fur, spikes or crampons.”

Street Style: “Columbia and Monclear come to mind when I think of shopping in Iceland. I visited The Hand-knitting Association to check out the traditional Icelandic wool sweaters.”

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Hidden Gems: “The Skólabrú Restaurant, the Apotek Restaurant, the Sjavargrillid Seafood Grill, the Grillmarkafurinn and the Fiskfelagid Fish Company.”

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He found his passion for East-Asian food and moved to Tokyo to pursue his interest in Japanese cooking. Over eight years, he mastered this art and is implementing it at Okura, amongst others. Previously catering to Japanese diplomats at the Japanese Embassy in Delhi, his stellar record also has him listed as the only Indian chef to be honoured by the Government of India for promoting Japanese cuisine with his own twist, in India. Adding another feather to his already crowded cap, he has brought the Japanese perfectionist method to the kitchens of Mumbai by opening luxury dining room, Progressive Oriental House, popularly known as POH. For a holistic experience, patrons are encouraged to revel in ‘The POH Experience.’ The Yàodiàn Bar disseminates the unparalleled vintage herb pharmacy tradition of China through POH’s signature cocktails which fuse various Asian herbs and spices. This mechanical bar showcases the impeccable alliance of modern with traditional. You can tap your cocktail order into a tablet and watch as one of the apothecary cabinets opens up its arrangement of traditional herbs for you to create your drink. The Sushi Bar, Omakase , inspired by the idea of a ‘purist,’ has been refurbished to give its patrons the feel of eating at an Izakaya, where they can interact with the Itamae (sushi chef) to curate a meal based on personal XITI\M XZMNMZMVKM[ <PM ÅVIT KWUXWVMV\ Q[ \PM Degustation Dining, a possible POH exclusive, which comprises of three elements — à la carte dining, the Chef ’s Tasting Experience and Chef ’s Table. Delicately KWVKWK\ML \W KI][M IV M`XTW[QWV WN ÆI^W]Z[ M^MZa JQ\M _QTT riddle your tastebuds with a unique sense of familiarity and surprise. The culinary artisans at POH go the extra mile in handpicking seasonal selections of indigenous ingredients, in coalescence with a strong supply chain which allows \PMU \W LMTQ^MZ KWV[Q[\MV\ ÆI^W]Z[ \W \PMQZ PIJQ\]u <PM Chef ’s Table encompasses the Chef having a detailed conversation with the guest on their dining preferences, then is allowed to devise a succulent dining menu which will impress them only once they sit down to dine.

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At Luxebox, gifting is experiential and about presenting a well-thought out, beautifully packaged but yet functional gift. It’s about working with current trends to gift something unique yet classic.

Luxurious artisanal products from new and upcoming artisanal Indian brands make up the contents of a Luxebox, which can be lifestyle, food or fashion-related. “Every product that goes into a Luxebox is tried by me personally.

I have used, consumed and applied it all,” says Hina. With its high bar for quality and aesthetic appeal, a Luxebox can make a great gift for any occasion; a birthday, an anniversary, to welcome a baby or as corporate gifts. A Luxebox can also be customised to celebrate weddings, bridal showers, baby announcements and for festive gifting. Ranged at varied price points and themes, these boxes have all your gifting concerns covered, all year round.

This year, Luxebox is focusing on adding a contemporary twist to the Wedding box. Right from ‘Will You Be My Bridesmaid?’ boxes to wedding invites and ‘Thank You’ boxes for friends and family – there is a thoughtful box for any and every occasion. “Nothing gives us more pleasure than to create a box full of XIUXMZQVO OWWLQM[ \Q[[]M[ Z]NÆML ZQJJWV[ XMZNMK\Ta \QML IVL ÅVQ[PML _Q\P I ÆWZIT ÆW]ZQ[P ready to be sent off to a lucky recipient. It truly is the best feeling and a constant reminder of why this is such a passion,” Hina signs off. H TEXT: JEENA J BILLIMORIA

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MAGNUM X ALEXANDER WANG With the temperature inching up degree by degree, you can look cool this summer with the limited edition MAGNUM X ALEXANDER WANG Cooler bag. This year, Magnum is celebrating the quality and craft that goes into making the perfect ice cream. Together with the XZWTQÅK UQVL WN )TM`IVLMZ Wang, they have created a sleek and stylish cooler bag so you can enjoy your ice cream on a hot sunny day or on-the-go.

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DESIGNER ABAYAS BY DOLCE & GABBANA The Dolce & Gabbana 2019 Pre-Fall Collection will encapsulate designer abayas of whimsical colours and bold patterns. The inspiration for this collection is from D&G’s desire to dress women from all around the globe by making their silhouettes and designs accessible to all cultures and religions. To Muslim women with a taste of luxury fashion, this collection is an exciting development.

GIVENCHY’S ZODIAC-INSPIRED JEWELLERY LINE Zodiac fashion items have recently become an interesting accessory, they can look like a piece of art and still be incredibly personal. The latest luxury brand to put its own spin to it is Givenchy.

Clare Waight Keller, Artistic Director, will launch the zodiac jewellery collection in the luxury brand’s Fall 2018 line. Her love for jewels and talismans has led her to produce this 24-piece collection of earrings and rings that feature a luxe take on each star sign. Flawlessly carved IVL ÅVQ[PML QV OWTL \PM MIZZQVO[ LW]JTM ]X I[ pendants and the rings are each encrusted with a gemstone to symbolise the sign’s characteristics. <PM ÅZ[\ WVM ?IQOP\ 3MTTMZ KZMI\ML _I[ WN PMZ own sign — Leo — and this prompted her to design the other 11!

Louis Vuitton is continuing its longstanding relationship with FIFA by releasing a new set of gear to commemorate the 2018 FIFA World Cup. All the accessories are available in a trio of colours (red, blue and black) and are made of the company’s signature Epi leather.

Ranging from Apollo backpacks to luggage tags, this array of LVbranded goods will all symbolise the hexagonal paneling similar to that of a football. For those with deep pockets, LV also offers customised duffel bags with matching luggage tags in line with almost every KW]V\Za¼[ ÆIO ;QLM Ja [QLM \PM luxury fashion house has also unveiled the FIFA World Cup trophy case that boasts leather corners and metal clasps

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by Bucherer) but also features a 5.40-carat diamond ring, called the Dizzler, placed on the left side of the fuel tank. If this isn’t enough for you, there are also Dizzler diamonds on the fork top and handlebar. ?Q\P OWTL XTI\ML XIZ\[ PIVL [\Q\KPML [MI\[ NZWU ;_Q\bMZTIVL IVL IV illuminated engine section that allows you to look at the moving parts, \PQ[ JMZ M`XMV[Q^M UW\WZKaKTM _QTT WVTa [M\ aW] JIKS =; UQTTQWV The Harley-Davidson Blue Edition seems so have crossed all boundaries of exclusivity. Chop, chop! There’s only a single unit in existence.

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THE ROMANCE… “Sonam (Kapoor) is a dear and childhood friend of mine. I knew Mohit as her hot brother! (laughs) We were introduced through common friends and went on to date for about seven years. It was a long courtship and after our parents met to decide about the wedding, we started planning immediately as we didn’t have a lot of time before the nuptials. He surprised me with a beautiful and romantic proposal, on one of our reconnaissance trips for the wedding to Ras Al Khaimah, at the most gorgeous Ritz Al Wadi desert property. We were under a blanket, having a romantic candle-lit dinner in the desert.”

THE FESTIVITIES… “We wanted our celebrations to be intimate – well, as intimate as was possible, considering both our huge families! Both our siblings had destination weddings and relatively larger ones that were great fun – so we wanted the same ‘vibe’ for ours but just closer knit.

We also wanted a location that was accessible and enjoyed good weather – and of course, a hotel that could understand and adapt to an Indian wedding.

We looked at Dubai and Bahrain before selecting Ras Al Khaimah, which is barely an hour’s drive from Dubai. The Waldrof Ras Al Khaimah was the perfect choice, it has a beautiful beach, plenty rooms and had already conducted a number of Indian weddings – but had no banquet hall, so we built an enormous tent of about 16,000 square feet on the beach for all our evening parties.

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chocolate Cuban cigars, Frida Kalho quotes at the entry and fedora hats on the bar. I did not want a typical mehendi, I wanted something to match the vibe of our surroundings and wanted the colours to be white and green with just a dash of pink. Even the food and drinks had South American QVÆ]MVKM[ 1\ _I[ R][\ XMZNMK\ 1 _WZM I XI[\MT 5IVQ[P 5ITPW\ZI lehenga that also matched with the theme perfectly. We had a lovely photo booth set up for all our guests to enjoy and take pictures.

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He specially developed a new embroidery and swatch for me. The lehenga was feather light (I danced the night away in it) and like a piece of art… ]VTQSM UW[\ JZQLM[ _PW KIV VM^MZ ZMXMI\ \PMQZ _MLLQVO W]\Å\ 1 SVW_ 1 _QTT be using mine many times over.

I accessorised it with the most beautiful vintage uncut diamond and emerald necklace that belonged to my mom as it was always my wish to wear it on my wedding day and we matched my lehenga to it.”

SPECIAL MOMENTS…

THE GUEST LIST…

“We travelled to Italy for our honeymoon… Tuscany, Florence, Milan… and ended the trip with Malta. It was an amazing experience… we rented a car and drove around the beautiful landscapes of Italy, ate a lot of delicious pasta and gelato – and essentially just truly embraced the la dolce vita H philosophy for that duration of time!”

“On Mohit’s mother’s side of the family are all of the Kapoor family. Rhea (Kapoor) and I grew up together and have tons of common friends. Karan Johar is also a close friend. My family included Tina and Anil Ambani along with the Bachchans (Jaya aunty, Abhishek and Shweta) who are also very close family friends. The son of the crown prince of Rak city also came to give us his blessings. ”

“Karan (Johar) performing on stage with Arjun (Kapoor) and Badshah – it was akin to a karaoke and dance night!” (laughs). My varmala was also very special, we had it on the beach and there was a truly mystical aura to it – it was a magical moment for both of us. The fact that everyone just got along together so well and that every celebrity guest had their guard down and was just having the best time, was magical.”

THE HONEYMOON…

CO-ORDINATED BY: FARAH PALIA PICTURES COURTSEY TO SAM AND EKTA & WEDDING TULIPS

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SOIRĂ&#x2030;E WHAT: The gorgeous and talented sister duo of Pallavi Luthra Puri and Meera Luthra Bhatia hosted an exclusive, fun and buzzing champagne evening for the launch of their Dubai-based friend, Barkha Shewakramaniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beauty line in Delhi. The super glam Delhi lot turned out looking their best and enjoyed the evening over a lavish spread and exotic cocktails.

BUZZ: Delhi and Dubai girls were comparing fashion notes

Pallavi Luthra Puri, Chandni Luthra, Aparna Kapoor, Sonalee Kapoor and Preeti Khanna

Kalyani Chawla, Meera Luthra Bhatia and Barkha Shewakramani

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Vita Khanna, Sonia Gupta and Sangeeta Batra

Mallika Jain, Shefali Seth and Sangeeta Bhuyan Mehta

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Maseeh Raheman, Aruna Adiceam and Yashodhara Dalmia

WHAT: The French Ambassador to India, HE Alexandre Ziegler hosted an intimate sit-down dinner for art collectors at his residence along with Sotheby’s India MD, Mr Gaurav Bhatia, to honour the most celebrated work of artist SH Raza – Ville Provencale. This work was up for auction at the Sotheby’s Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art Sale in New York.

BUZZ: Everyone wondered who would buy this awe-inspiring art work?

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Roohi Savara

Mamta and Harsh Singhania

Alexandre Ziegler with Rajiv Savara

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Ankur and Megha Bhatia

MIIAMI IN MUMBAI WHAT: Haute jeweller Pavan Anand had a Miami-inspired birthday bash mid-sea on the Ark Deck-Bar. Spotted were rarely-sighted society couples from the oldest renowned families of Mumbai, including the Kilachands, Khataus, Dalals, Khimjis etc.

BUZZ: The birthday boy’s Kimono inspired jacket was crafted by couturier Nivedita Saboo from a 120-year-old vintage fabric, sourced in Europe. The icing? Pavan’s 47-carat showstopper Colombian emerald ring!

Samyukta Singh with Pavan Anand

Manjari Fadnis

Kalpana and Milan Loonkar

James Miliron and Shama Sikander

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Natasha Panjwani and Harsh Kilachand

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LOVE This month will welcome you with intense love that will make you lose all your senses to your partner. At the end of the month, some issues may crop up in your relationship. Try to accept them and move on.

CAREER It’s a great month to revisit your financial goals and think about your assets and investments. Focus on money management, security, financial stability, and your property.

Things in general are very likely to be going well for you.

HEALTH You will thrive to embrace the sore tension that you feel going on inside you and take it to the gym to be worked out of your system.

Throw the tension out of your body and therefore away from you mind nd.

LUCKY COLOUR Blue LOVE This is the month to takee a magnifying glass to youur relationship and give it a thorough assessment. If youu are single then someone is planning to propose to youu during the second half of thee month.

CAREER It’s time to achieve your goals. You’ve worked hard, and you are just about too cross the finish line in somee way. Don’t quit now that you’re almost finished!

HEALTH This month, you will finnd that mental anxieties and stressful s moments will keep you tanngled all the time. This situation shall leave you with physical strain alsoo.

LUCKY COLOURS Ivory and white LOVE ith your Your need for an emotional connectt with partner will be accomplished this month. Try to focus on your future with passion and love.

CAREER This might be a good time to start a new business. This month, you are able to shoulder your responsibilities and carry out the tasks assigned to you with full vigour.

HEALTH This month is not the right time to enter into some new physical activities and programs with regard to your health.

LUCKY COLOURS Yellow, Orange and Saffron

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HEALTH H You’ve had enough of schedules and discipline. Now you need to make your workouts fun by doing something different.

LUCKY COLOUR Black LOVE TThis month, the law of attraction is on yyour side. Your private life may feel like a magical spell at times during this onth. Pay special attention to your artners’ need & desires.

CAREER C TThis month, prosperity is within your each. New doors might open on the job front.

EALTH Depression and stress of life will drastically reduce by the end of the month. Exercises like p o w e r yoga and i nd morning walks can do wonders when it com mes to improving the quality of your present life.

LUCKY COLOUR Lilac & Brown

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LOVE Your need for an emotional connect with your partner will be accomplished this month. If you are single and seeing someone, you may decide to take your relationship status to next level. This is a good idea.

CAREER Try to keep your feet on the ground and your goals focused. Keep your temper in check.

Keep your eye on your long-term goals, even as you attend to small tasks.

HEALTH This month, your health will be stunning.

Improve your emotional health by spiritual healing and meditation this month.

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CAREER C TThere’s no stopping you this month. Follow your insttincts with m rregards to your financiaal matters tthis month.

HEALTH Your health seems prettyy good for much of the month. Your energy will go up immennsely and you should try to avoid rigorousness of any sortt.

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LUCKY COLOURS Golden Yellow & Red LOVE A Arguments can ruin things. Listen to whatever your mate feels. Maybe they are suffering frrom hard times. They need your attention a tender care. and C CAREER C Career growth will be excellent this month but it will come with a price to pay. You w be more challenged when you come will too maintaining your business. If you’re a jo holder, then your workspace will be an job encouraging sphere of life for you this month.

HEALTH Your health will be delicate and require more care until the second half of this month.

You need to work with full attention and judiciously to reduce your stress and work burden.

LUCKY COLOURS Teal and Cyan

DRINKS WITH

Saumya Agarwal The fourth-generation entrepreneur and Director of Vista Alegre, the porcelain and crystal behemoth, on the art of entertaining, the importance of a well-set table and much, much more…

Current mood…

“Creative, ambitious and positive.”

What inspires you at the moment?

“Creation and collaboration.

Breaking old norms with new concepts and ideas. A philosophy that is core to our company where we constantly create contemporary dinnerware in collaboration with world-renowned artists and design professionals. Where we constantly stretch the barriers of our materials to create different and unique designs. When design comes forth from the mind of the artist to the consumers home and memories are built around it… that is inspiring!”

Tell us about Vista Alegre…

“It caters to everyone. Each and every individual, will ÅVL [WUM\PQVO \PI\ IXXMIT[ to their personality in our store, as our collection spans concepts across the design spectrum. Vista Alegre Atlantis is amongst the world’s most renowned leaders in crafting luxurious and stylish LM[QOV[ WN XWZKMTIQV ÅVM KZa[\IT ÅVM OTI[[_IZM T]`]Za earthenware and cutlery. It ZIVS[ I[ WVM WN \PM ÅVM[\ culturally diverse and historic manufacturers of porcelain in Europe. Vista Alegre’s tableware is known for its use in the White House in the United States and in several other Royal households, including those of Queen Elizabeth II and King Juan Carlos of Spain. We have collaborated with world renowned designers such as Marcel Wanders, Oscar De La Renta, and Christian Lacroix. We have been awarded the prestigious German Design Award and the ‘Red Dot Award for Design’ on quite a few occasions.”

The new collection includes dinner sets, decorative pieces, gift items, a crystal range, strong tableware, bar, winery, lighting and stationery…

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“We are looking at becoming a holistic lifestyle company – to be able to provide our consumers with a 360 range, from laying out all the essential pieces for the home by expanding into porcelain lighting and candles for table centerpieces. Our new creations this year include two outstanding collections. The lighting collection with Ross Lovegrove and the Unica collection in art crystal and glass that combines old savoir-faire with contemporary design. Strong collaborations with designers and artists has always been our strength to create a setting.”

What makes the Indian consumer particularly discerning and stylish in your opinion?

“A rich heritage, a culture dating millenia, combined with travel and exposure, has enabled the educated Indian consumer to make informed choices that appeal to their character and personality.”

The elements for the perfect celebration...?

“Great company, delectable food and a dash of style makes for a perfect celebration. However, the ambience can turn a casual get together into a superb multi-layered soirée.”

Setting the table…

“Creating the right ambience enables guests to feel comfortable and relaxed.

Creating a personal touch for each guest is very important. This can be done through the colour combinations of the plates to the arrangement of the centerpieces. Candles and vases will create two very different platforms on the same table. Setting the table is everyday dressing, the details are what make the difference.”

The making of an entertainment exponent par excellence…

“A gracious and pleasing host makes everyone at the get together feel comfortable in relation to the grandeur or simplicity of the event.

What really helps is details, details and more details. From the ÆW_MZ[ WV \PM \IJTM \W \PM NZQTT WV the table linen to the colour of the charger plates.”

Dream project…

“To bring to India quality and heritage luxury brands from across the globe and to enable Indian consumers to make an educated and informed choice for \PMQZ TQNM[\aTM[ · IVL ÅVITTa \W JM featured in Forbes’s ‘40 under 40’.

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Required reading…

“Charlotte Moss and Alberto Pinto, must-reads for beginners (or even experts) in design and table settings.

I also love Yuval Noah Harari, IVL IVa W\PMZ VW\IJTM VWVÅK\QWV authors in business or economics.”

Your greatest indulgence?

“Reading books and continuously and constantly learning. I listen to podcasts while working out.

You need to be updated about all different spheres in life – not just the ones that directly pertain to your line of work.”

I can’t leave home without…

“My phone.”

A piece of technology that runs your life…

“Google – and all its applications.”

Holistic living…

“I am very spiritual and that helps me recalibrate my focus on a daily basis. Family is as important to me as work. Concentration, productivity, attention to detail and sleep enables me to live a wellbalanced life.” (Smiles).

What’s Next?

“Currently, increasing the scope of Vista Alegre. Plans for future launches will be unveiled soon.” H TEXT: FARAH PALIA