Cosmopolitan India

Arjun Kanungo, who made waves with his hit musical numbers Khoon Choos Le (2013), Baaki Baatein Peene Baad (2015), among others, breezes into our Zoom call with excitement in his voice and an open heart. Being exposed to diverse music genres pretty e

by SALMAN RUSHDIE It is impossible to forget August 12, 2022—it was when author Salman Rushdie was stabbed by a masked man as he was about to give a lecture at New York’s Chautauqua Institution. What followed was a horrific act of violence that sent

Movies and books have always been my scripture to smarten up, problem solve, or, at times, just help me make questionable life choices. From love and friendship to adventure and tragedy, I’ve learnt everything there is from cinema and page-turners. F

TO MY BELOVED JUI, I was attending a lecture in conversational English on a hot summer day in Mumbai when I first saw this bundle of joy giggling away at anecdotes our beloved teacher, Ms Padma, was giving us. There you were, my then-potential BFF Ju

Photography helps capture subtle nuances…It gives me the unique opportunity to perceive the world through a deeper lens, intricate details, and profound depths that might evade others’ notice. The essence of a great photograph lies in the mastery of

A reboot of the 1996 disaster epic Twister, this film features an ensemble cast with Daisy Edgar-Jones playing eager scientist Kate while Glen Powell stars as the hotshot storm chaser Tyler Owens. Get ready to witness intense visuals, a thrilling lov

Fortunately public knowledge about the importance of SPF seems at an all-time high, and so it should be. We’ve never been so clued-up when it comes to the health risks of sun damage, and how to protect ourselves from skin cancers and melanoma. But wh

Over a recent lunch date with my work bestie, she voluntarily admitted she’d been using her ‘trustiest’ foundation brush for six years straight and, um, that it had never once been washed. Yes, I did gag on my sandwich. This blasé admission sparked m

You’ve hyper-analysed 1,000+ YouTube videos of duck-lipped influencers documenting their cosmetic procedures. In fact, you’ve also exhausted every IG filter (Paris, Ciao Bella, Bold Glamour, you name it…) for that perfect glazed donut skin and snatch

Time to gloss up! It is no surprise that we’ve been taking our sheeny lip obsession to the next level with the return of lip gloss, lip oils, and sheer balms—well, about time we get on board with this new-gen makeover. Celebrities from across the glo

When it comes to buying assets, it is often best assumed that something expensive will be the way to go. Watches, interestingly, don’t move in the same way…they are based on much more than the ticket price. Keep your eyes peeled for watches that tend

Think: what’s common between Aries and cheetahs? Well, they both share intense energy and success—making them a powerful combination. While a Taurean is symbolised by the celestial bull, it is the bear that mirrors the physical and mental strength at

“Growing up, I just wanted to dress like a boy, and no one really cares when you’re that young. But it’s different when you become a teenager. When I started Catholic high school, I was starting to suppress a lot of queer feelings, because I didn’t w

Call me a real-life Gen Z Barbie. That’s also the inspo behind this look—the basic pair of pink skort is elevated with a floral top. I’ve paired it with minimal accessories and a classy pair of boots—when in doubt, always go for pink! In this look, I

You’re familiar with Cosmo’s vibe, right? Bows have been an obsession among the fashion crowd (duh, we) for quite some time. Suhani Parekh’s minimalist jewellery line, Misho, is ensuring that this trend stays so for months to come. The brand, known f

Two things hit home when I met Taapsee Pannu. Unlike the strong characters she plays on screen, she has a charming disposition (making it pretty obvious she is a solid actor). However, the other more intriguing quality that stands out is her earnestn

There is a rigour to most jobs that comes with the territory. Careers such as law, medicine, media, design, all come with a degree of ‘the grunt’ that is inherent in our understanding of it. It influences the way we approach it, the respect we have f

Nothing brings a country of 1.4 billion people together more than the love for sports. From the goosebumps-invoking chants of ‘India, India’ that echo across a stadium when we win to the radio silence in every corner of the country when we lose—sport

Ladies, this is a non-rhetorical question: How many times have you been hit on and felt uncomfortable? I get it, they’re just trying to have a conversation…and what if they’re genuinely interested in you, right? After all, you don’t want to come acro

The time has come for you to wipe your tears from that three-month situationship and talking stage…Gen Z has now made additions to the dating dictionary. So take notes…and maybe, grab a tissue because things are about to get too relatable (cries in a

The term “new normal” is often bandied about to garner excitement for an idea that breaks with conditioning. The term has definitely been used for polyamory, a structure wherein someone has sexual or romantic relationships with two or more people at

A few years ago, I told my childhood BFF (let’s call her Lauren) not to come to my birthday party and it blew up our friendship. She’d been hard on me about a guy I had a crush on and I was fed up with her little digs. But two weeks after birthday-ga

Sure, SATC’s Samantha literally started sleeping with a pro actor to bring her fave sexual fantasies to life, but she was always a little extra. If you are nervous to play pretend for hotter sex (or your acting skills are more “I was the donkey in my

Hawaii’s Savannah Gankiewicz has been crowned Miss USA 2023 weeks after Noelia Voigt resigned from the title. Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava followed suit, while the runner-up Stephanie Skinner also refused to keep the crown, post Srivastava’s dep

Isn’t social media a bit like a toxic relationship you can’t get enough of? You crave validation, you pursue the chase, you do everything you can to look good, you immerse yourself into it…and yet you’re never fully satisfied. It can be liberating an

Thanks to the full-range 12mm planar drivers, expect audio reproduction like no other from this earphone. Extra points for the flame-treated titanium shells. Moon Rover Limited Edition Earphones, Campfire Audio, ₹1,01,200 That ‘must be a monster’ tag

Life’s too short! Wear all the prints together and instantly be better than everyone else. Sorry to them. The word “coquette” can come with a lot of connotations, some of them super dated. This delicate modern take is anything but. We’re reclaiming t

While we’re all loyal to Blair Waldorf, it is time to unleash your inner Serena van der Woodsen with some messy girl aesthetic. The way to achieve it? Just smear red lip gloss…you can also opt for the smudged lipstick trend. The IT girls know the pow

Heads-up, Aries: New connections, job offers, and travel opportunities are pouring in, so you need to stay on your toes. Your schedule will remain jam-packed until Gemini season is over in late June. Next up is a much-needed recharge during Cancer se

1. Late British designer who brought drama to the runway and created iconic outfits for Bowie and Björk 2. Didn’t suck up to the royalty and blessed us with the ‘little black dress’ 3. Made Zendaya wear a sari for the very first time 4. Gets a shouto