Shweta Sharma

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Shweta Sharma leads the lifestyle section at IndianExpress.com. Over the years, she has written about culture, music, art, books, health, fashion, and food. She can be reached at...Read More

Shweta Sharma leads the lifestyle section at IndianExpress.com. Over the years, she has written about culture, music, art, books, health, fashion, and food. She can be reached at shweta.sharma@indianexpress.com.

Articles by Shweta Sharma

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‘I believe in creating my own identity’: Arpita Khan Sharma on her love for food, new culinary venture, and bond with brothersSubscriber Only

Mar 27, 2025 10:30 IST

"Growing up, cinema was an integral part of my world. However, I always felt a pull toward...

Wed, Apr 02, 2025

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Sumeet Vyas on highs and lows of being an actor: ‘You don’t see a light at the end of the tunnel’Subscriber Only

Mar 21, 2025 09:30 IST

"Acting is a very scary profession, and I have chosen it as my primary profession. The highs are...

Fri, Mar 28, 2025

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Kumud Mishra credits theatre for becoming an actor: ‘I don’t have any existence without it’Subscriber Only

Mar 12, 2025 09:30 IST

"Theatre has helped me understand acting. Whatever I have as an actor is because of theatre; I...

Wed, Mar 12, 2025

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‘The best actor award goes to…’: Divya Dutta on trusting her gut and manifesting dream to work in filmsSubscriber Only

Mar 06, 2025 10:30 IST

"I do believe that when you really want something passionately the universe conspires to make it...

Tue, Mar 11, 2025

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Tarun Tahiliani on the ever-evolving world of fashion: ‘Balancing innovation with signature style is a nuanced challenge’Subscriber Only

Feb 27, 2025 09:29 IST

"Comfort and appearance are not mutually exclusive; they complement each other. True luxury lies in...

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Geetanjali Kulkarni, Geetanjali Kulkarni interview, Geetanjali Kulkarni Gullak

Geetanjali Kulkarni on facing a career slump and prioritising mental health: ‘Of course, I go to therapists’Subscriber Only

Feb 20, 2025 09:30 IST

"My family has been a great support, too. I work on myself, and try to manage my emotions. I also...

Tue, Feb 25, 2025

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Ritu Beri on staying relevant: ‘I don’t just follow trends, I create them’Subscriber Only

Feb 13, 2025 09:30 IST

"Fashion should celebrate cultures, not exploit them. For me, it’s about honoring craftsmanship,...

Thu, Feb 13, 2025

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Gajraj Rao on his 30-year-struggle in the industry: ‘Was not fantasising about overnight glory’Subscriber Only

Feb 05, 2025 10:30 IST

"Disappointment or constant complaining can never fuel a creative journey. In fact, it can push you...

Wed, Feb 05, 2025

Vivaan Shah on his idyllic 90s childhood and the spirit of Mumbai: ‘Still hold affection for tapori spirit’Subscriber Only

Jan 29, 2025 10:30 IST

'An actor is by nature a literary person. We are the interpreters of texts. So who better to dabble...

Wed, Jan 29, 2025

Bandish Bandits actor Yashaswini Dayama on being in the limelight: ‘Really don’t have a grasp over how recognisable I am’Subscriber Only

Jan 22, 2025 08:00 IST

"I find it a little overwhelming to enter overly-crowded spaces now, simply because I just feel too...

Wed, Jan 22, 2025

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From battling asthma to staying off movies, here is how Shantanu Moitra prepared for a life-altering musical journeySubscriber Only

Jan 16, 2025 08:00 IST

"Consciously, I am not sure if this journey has affected my musical score. However, I am sure it...

Wed, Jan 15, 2025

Inside the mind of Aaquib Wani, man behind Team India’s Olympic kit, national cricket jerseys, and moreSubscriber Only

Jan 09, 2025 08:00 IST

"The design scene in India is evolving rapidly, driven by fearless innovation and experimentation,"...

Thu, Jan 09, 2025

Tillotama Shome, Tillotama Shome movies, Tillotama Shome interview

Tillotama Shome on her style mantra: ‘I will not punish my body and squeeze into someone’s idea of fashion’Subscriber Only

Jan 02, 2025 08:00 IST

Tillotama Shome speaks about breaking stereotypes, managing mental health, staying true to her...

Fri, Jan 03, 2025

Sara Ali Khan on trolling and its effect on mental health: ‘Tough to face negativity when it’s personal’Subscriber Only

Dec 26, 2024 08:00 IST

"There have been times I’ve felt exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed—particularly when trying...

Thu, Dec 26, 2024

Patralekhaa on marrying Rajkummar Rao, her sweetheart of 11 years: ‘It helps that we’re each other’s biggest cheerleaders’Subscriber Only

Dec 18, 2024 06:00 IST

"Marriage hasn’t changed our equation much; it has only deepened our bond," Patralekhaa...

Tue, Dec 17, 2024

Kavita Kaushik on playing Chandramukhi Chautala in ‘FIR’: ‘She’s like my alter ego’Subscriber Only

Dec 10, 2024 08:00 IST

"For 10 years, I refused offers worth lakhs to perform or attend events in a police uniform because...

Tue, Dec 10, 2024

Hair and make-up artist Florian Hurel reflects on creating a ‘challenging’ look for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: ‘Caused anxiety and stress’Subscriber Only

Dec 03, 2024 06:00 IST

In an exclusive interview, Florian Hurel opens up about his big Bollywood break, creative clashes,...

Mon, Dec 02, 2024

Lara Dutta on the secret to a happy marriage: ‘If anybody can tell me that, I will pay them handsomely’Subscriber Only

Nov 27, 2024 06:00 IST

"I get along with men because I like hiking, fishing, sports; and maybe, sort of easy to relate to...

Wed, Nov 27, 2024

Indian Ocean celebrates 35 glorious years: ‘The band always comes first,’ says Rahul RamSubscriber Only

Nov 19, 2024 08:00 IST

"The key to longevity is suppressing ego and prioritising the music," said Rahul Ram, bass guitar...

Mon, Nov 18, 2024

Neelam Kothari Soni on making a comeback: ‘There’s something empowering about owning your story, even in the public eye’Subscriber Only

Nov 13, 2024 10:30 IST

"When I was acting in films back in the day, I was young and still figuring out my place in the...

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

Prateek Kuhad on pursuing music: ‘Initially, I thought it would remain a private passion’Subscriber Only

Nov 06, 2024 08:00 IST

"I have never tried to stand out in any context, really. My attempt is to focus on getting better...

Wed, Nov 06, 2024

Jamie Lever on carving a niche for herself: ‘I needed to come out of the ‘Lever kid’ tag and find myself’Subscriber Only

Oct 29, 2024 08:00 IST

"People often say he must be cracking jokes all the time around the house, but he has a different...

Mon, Oct 28, 2024

Miss India World Nikita Porwal on winning the crown: ‘Let go of good work opportunities to pursue my dream’Subscriber Only

Oct 24, 2024 08:00 IST

"I believe that with a crown comes great responsibility, and it's essential to remind myself that...

Wed, Oct 23, 2024

Harry Parmar on life after playing ‘Doctor’ in ‘IC814’ web series: ‘People said they couldn’t stand me’Subscriber Only

Oct 16, 2024 12:30 IST

"It’s always interesting to see how strongly people can react to a well-played villain," said...

Wed, Oct 16, 2024

Anshula Kapoor on being an ambivert, prioritising mental health, and accepting her body: ‘Spent much of my life hiding in baggy clothes’Subscriber Only

Oct 10, 2024 14:32 IST

"I used to be self-conscious of my body, and didn’t explore my passions. This changed when I...

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

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