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Nostalgia with Divya Seth Shah, “I was always on a diet and starved myself to become slim”

Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:19 AM IST

The actor talks about working with theatre groups, being opinionated, wearing her heart on her sleeve, and sharing a room with her sister, when she was 22

Divya Seth Shah at 22 (left) and at 55 (right)
ByDinesh Raheja

Society: For women, by women

Having seen how invisible women’s issues are, even in medicine, Carina Kohli wants to change the scene

Carina Kohli was 13 years old, she was diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). Today, Carina Kohli is the founder and CEO of HUMM, a healthcare app that offers unlimited, affordable and personal healthcare to mothers, families and organisations
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:19 AM IST
ByAnandita DeAnandita De

Guest Column by chef Anahita Dhondy: #EthicallySpeaking 

With the new tax rules, content creators must be more mindful of posts about collaborations, gifts and events they are invited to

Since the new taxation ruling, the ASCI (Advertising Standards Council of India) has been on the lookout for branded content (Hexcode)
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:19 AM IST
ByAnahita Dhondy

Editor’s Note: Come, fall in love again!

Can a second time in love be as beautiful as the first? A couple that’s found it the second time round shares their journey

Arjun Rampal, with his partner Gabriella (Sasha Jairam)
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:18 AM IST

Passions: Responsible solutions

Are companies only doing the bare minimum or is it up to the consumers to take responsibility, especially when it comes to the environment?

Sprite is now being packaged in clear plastic bottles instead of green ones in North America, to boost recycling
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:18 AM IST
ByRia Bose, Ameya

HT Brunch Game Show: Which creator is fighting the need for validation best?

The one who accepts the need for appreciation, the one who focusses on her messaging, or the one for who validation-seeking is a thing of the past?

Karishma Mehta is an HT Brunch columnist the founder of the digital storytelling platform Humans Of Bombay, and has just launched their talk show called How The Hell Did I Do It?
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:18 AM IST
ByKarishma Kuenzang

Spoilers Ahead: Love on a 16-inch screen

The one advantage of a long flight is the opportunity to catch up with films. Do you have any go-to movies you watch while travelling?

Channing Tatum’s latest release, Dog, is a much deeper film than it lets on
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:17 AM IST
ByRajeev Masand

Sunday Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Shock treatment

Mercedes’s first electric AMG provides the ultimate electric thrills in a civilised and supremely comfortable car—for a price

This electric luxury saloon EV offers a range of 580 kilometres on a single charge
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:17 AM IST

Humour by Rehana Munir: Rise and shine

Saluting the morning squad: It’s time for early risers to shake off the stigma they face in a night-obsessed culture

Does early to bed and early to rise really make you healthy, wealthy and wise? (Hexcode)
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:17 AM IST
ByRehana Munir

Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Going, going, Goa!

India’s most popular tourist destination is changing in many aspects and at least some of the changes are for the better

The days when you went to a handful of established but fairly basic restaurants for vindaloo and sorpotel are over. These restaurants still do well but they are no longer on any lists of must-visit places
Updated on Sep 17, 2022 02:16 AM IST

Spectator by Seema Goswami: Breaking bread

Dinner party etiquette can get tricky—especially in the post-Covid era. What are your thoughts when it comes to stepping out for such sit-down meals

Is it ever acceptable to leave a sit-down dinner before dessert has been served? The grounds may vary (Aparna Ram)
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:16 AM IST
BySeema Goswami

Ami Patel: DIY walk-in closet and wearing denims to weddings

If you have some spare space, here’s how you can utilise it to turn it into an ideal dressing corner, and how to make denim work at weddings

Make your own walk-in closet and wear denims to weddings
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:16 AM IST
ByAmi Patel

Ranveer Allahbadia: Social media relevance and in relationships

How do you deal with your partner hiding their Instagram Stories from you? And why you shouldn’t delete your Twitter account

Social media tips for you
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:15 AM IST
ByRanveer Allahbadia

Prateek Sadhu: Spinach substitutes

There are so many green leafy vegetables you can indulge in throughout the year. Just take a look around at your local veggie store

Green, leafy options for your diet
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:15 AM IST
ByPrateek Sadhu

Technical Guruji: Pro choice

Should you buy the iPhone 13 pro now that it’s a cheaper? And what are your thoughts on the Android and Apple debate?

Should you buy the iPhone 13 pro?
Published on Sep 17, 2022 02:15 AM IST
ByGaurav Chaudhary

How the hell did she do it?

As Humans of Bombay launches its own talk show on YouTube, its founder discusses the past, present and future of the storytelling platform

Karishma Mehta, the founder of Humans Of Bombay, who will be hosting their newly-launched talk show on Youtube, titled How The Hell Did I Do It?
Published on Sep 10, 2022 06:51 PM IST
ByKarishma Kuenzang

Films: Going undercover

A former magazine editor gets nostalgic as he reveals anecdotes from cover shoots with some of Bollywood’s biggest stars

Anna Singh painting Pooja Bhatt’s body (above) for the cover of Movie magazine (right)
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:17 AM IST
ByDinesh Raheja

Books: The unexpected author

Businessman Amrish Kumar had originally conceived his debut novel as a movie! The Kolkata-born and Delhi-based son of designer Ritu Kumar on his book

Businessman turned author, Amrish Kumar released a debut novel that has been in the making for over 15 years
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:17 AM IST
ByLubna SalimLubna Salim

In Bed With Jasmin Bhasin: “Post-Covid, I’m wary of crowds”

The actor talks about wanting to become a politician as a schoolgirl, getting spotted for a modelling assignment, and her weakness for fresh pineapple cake

Jasmin Bhasin poses exclusively for this HT Brunch column
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:17 AM IST
ByDinesh Raheja

Men’s Style & Grooming by Yatan Ahluwalia: Autumn grooming

Decoding the lead look Hair: Short and faded on the sides, long and textured on top

The weather and resulting changes in your lifestyle indicate it’s time for a new and modified grooming regime which will nourish and condition both your skin and hair; Model: Tanuj Sharma (a fitness model and influencer from Delhi) (Yatan Ahluwalia)
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:16 AM IST
ByYatan Ahluwalia

Fashion: Very Peri nice

This happy hue, a mix of ultraviolet underlined with pink, is making an appearance in everything from athleisure to resort wear. Here are seven ways to wear it right

Very Peri, a dynamic periwinkle blue hue with a vivifying violet red undertone blends the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red; Styling by Tanya Aggarwal; Art direction: Amit Malik; Make-up: Rekha Das; Hair: Rohit; Models: Gabi and Diksha (Aura Talents); On Gabi (left):Body Suit and organza cape by Nirmooha; Skirt by Shruti Sancheti; Shoes by Aldo; Fanny pack by Rishi and Vibhuti; On Diksha:Dress by Nirmooha; Bralette by Rishi and Vibhuti; Top by Lea Clothing; Bracelet by Soulful by Percy Visaria; Shoes by Aldo (Vidushi Gupta)
Updated on Sep 10, 2022 01:16 AM IST

Guest Column by Dr Tanaya Narendra: Seeking a period of enlightenment

Scotland’s new law that restores the dignity of menstruating women is something that’s required in India immediately

Medical doctor and gynaecologist-in-training, Tanaya is better known on social media to her 949K followers as Dr Cuterus
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:16 AM IST
ByDr Tanaya Narendra

Social Media Star of The Week: Anand Bhaskar

For his Reel highlighting the importance of riyaaz not just for musicians, but every professional who’s hustling

Musician and composer Anand Bhaskar is trying to incorporate 15 minutes for riyaaz every morning, a promise he made recently while posting a Reel
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:16 AM IST
ByKarishma Kuenzang

Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Meat of the matter

Does meat-eating really do severe damage to your health and to the planet? The evidence suggests that the real danger comes from dairy and from processed foods

In India, plant-based meat is still an elite concern. But the lesson we should take away from all of this research is: be careful how many processed foods you use
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:15 AM IST

Passions: The 18-hour itch

Should you sacrifice your already precarious work-life balance in order to get ahead? Two thought leaders discuss

Shantanu Deshpande, CEO, Bombay Shaving Company, asked youngsters to hustle and put in 18-hour-days at work on LinkedIn. He has since apologised for the post
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:15 AM IST
ByAshok Ramachandran, Arjun SawhneyAshok Ramachandran, Arjun Sawhney

Humour by Rehana Munir: Pillow talk

What does your bedroom say about you? Intimate and revealing, the boudoir is a portal into the personality of its occupants

What you put—or don’t put—in your bedroom can reveal a lot about who you are (Hexcode)
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:15 AM IST
ByRehana Munir

Karishma Mehta: Of finance & friends and birthday greetings

How can you go about getting out of expensive outings beyond your budget and the meaning of social media birthday posts

Of friends, finances and social media birthday wishes
Updated on Sep 10, 2022 01:14 AM IST
ByKarishma Mehta

Wellness by Luke Coutinho: The gut clock

The strong connection between dietary patterns and circadian rhythm must not be ignored. How good are you with your gut health?

The circadian rhythm diet, also called the sun cycle diet, recommends timing your meals with the rising and setting of the sun (Hexcode)
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:14 AM IST
ByLuke Coutinho

That Feeling When by Nikhil Taneja: The rona dhona about work-life balance

No job is, and should be, the be-all and end-all for any employee—or even an employer. What are your thoughts?

Are companies taking advantage of younger employees by asking them to work relentlessly? (Hexcode)
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:14 AM IST
ByNikhil Taneja

Prateek Sadhu: Of easy dips & non-bitter karela

An array of dips that you can make at home with ease, and tips and tricks to make sure your bitter gourd preparations are more flavourful

Be party-ready with these easy dips and making karela dishes
Published on Sep 10, 2022 01:14 AM IST
ByPrateek Sadhu
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