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Shweta Sharma
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, and tweets at @_atewhs_
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Aravani Art Project: Creating safe public spaces for the transgender community through visual artPremium Story
February 16,2022 17:30:14 PM
"While the visibility of transgender people is increasing in popular culture and daily life, they still face severe discrimination, stigma and systemic inequality. Attempting to reduce, we bring about change in the way the society views the transgender and queer community," says the Aravani Art Project.
Wed, Feb 16, 2022
‘I am a fitness freak; have had my trainer shoo me out of the gym’: Rashmika MandannaPremium Story
February 09,2022 12:30:40 PM
"I love giving shocks to my body; I love challenges. Additionally, I am conscious of what I eat -- that's what actually shows," the Mission Majnu actor said
Tue, Feb 08, 2022
‘I love being alone, it helps me rejuvenate and recuperate’: Sanya MalhotraPremium Story
February 02,2022 12:30:41 PM
"I love spending as much time as possible with my family and close friends. I think they really help me stay grounded," the Meenakshi Sundareshwar actor said
Wed, Feb 02, 2022
‘I don’t think any of my dishes are offbeat or outlandish’: Chef Heston BlumenthalPremium Story
January 27,2022 12:30:44 PM
"As I was the first chef doing this kind of cooking, the challenge initially was getting hold of the equipment. The things I wanted were not in your usual restaurant catalogue. I had to go to scientific ones and was ordering equipment that had not been designed for the kitchen," he said.
Thu, Jan 27, 2022
‘I was a child when I fell in love with music, and it only keeps growing’: Shilpa RaoPremium Story
January 19,2022 12:30:22 PM
"I have found all my answers in life in my music, and I don't think there is anything that music cannot answer," the Grammy-nominated singer said.
Wed, Jan 19, 2022
‘Aditya and I are extremely simple, private individuals for whom family matters the most’: Yami GautamPremium Story
January 12,2022 12:30:08 PM
"I feel your wedding day should reflect you as a person. So, Aditya and I always envisioned having a wedding with our immediate family. Our love for traditions and rituals supersedes anything else," the Uri actor added.
Wed, Jan 12, 2022
‘NFTs are the future; a way to secure our legacy on blockchain’: Fashion designer Raghavendra RathorePremium Story
January 05,2022 12:30:04 PM
The ace designer, who has converted his personal art into NFTs, talks about his venture, the future of fashion, and how the pandemic has caused a shift in the way people engage with lifestyle products.
Wed, Jan 05, 2022
‘Never say no, have the courage to do what you want’: Dolly Thakore’s advice to young womenPremium Story
December 29,2021 12:30:30 PM
"I wish that women would accept that no matter what pitfall you have in life, it's all part of growing up," she said
Wed, Dec 29, 2021
‘Was challenging to get the exact curls Kapil sir sported in 83’: Ranveer Singh’s hair stylist Darshan YewalekarPremium Story
December 24,2021 12:30:30 PM
"We had to make sure Ranveer’s on-screen look was a complete replica of what Kapil sir looked like during that time," the celebrity hair designer said
Fri, Dec 24, 2021
‘It’s a good sign that people are adapting to slow, sustainable fashion’: Designer Suneet VarmaPremium Story
December 15,2021 12:30:32 PM
Suneet Varma, who has showcased his exquisite creations all over the world, talks about his latest collection, designing for an online audience, sustainability, and working with fashion icons
Wed, Dec 15, 2021
‘Physical shows shall remain intimate and personal, digital is a great supporting tool’: Designer Rahul MishraPremium Story
December 08,2021 12:30:33 PM
"I used to be a purist about my love for physical shows and felt that physical shows with their multi-sensory experience and immersive set-ups are the ideal way of presenting the collection. But I must say, it was an unique experience to showcase digitally," he said.
Wed, Dec 08, 2021
‘There are many wonderful dancers in Bollywood, but my favourite is Madhuri Dixit’: Pandit Birju MaharajPremium Story
November 30,2021 12:30:42 PM
"I have loved every aspect of my journey as a student, performer and teacher. Passing on your art form to passionate students is one of the most satisfying experiences for me as an artiste," the kathak maestro said.
Tue, Nov 30, 2021
‘One should never butcher a song to the extent that its sanctity is destroyed’: HariharanPremium Story
November 22,2021 12:30:09 PM
"Some songs deal with sensitive topics, so any remix or mashup should be mindful of that," the singer said.
Mon, Nov 22, 2021
‘The Indian performing arts industry is largely unsupported financially’: Mallika SarabhaiPremium Story
November 16,2021 12:30:03 PM
"The pandemic has broken the back of many [artistes] who were managing to survive. A new funding body needs to be set up to fund the arts," she added.
Tue, Nov 16, 2021
‘The Indian food culture is really a never-ending discovery’: Chef Marco StabilePremium Story
November 12,2021 12:30:46 PM
"Indian cuisine should be known more than it is nowadays. The biggest part of Indian cuisine is yet to be discovered by the world," the Michelin-star chef said.
Fri, Nov 12, 2021
‘Its important to maintain originality while promoting our cuisine’: Chef Davinder KumarPremium Story
November 07,2021 12:30:03 PM
"There is still a long way to go before Indian cuisine makes a mark on the world platform. We have to make more efforts in promoting regional cuisine," he said.
Sat, Nov 06, 2021
‘Any industry that doesn’t take sustainability into account is obsolete’: Fashion designer Rajesh Pratap SinghPremium Story
October 27,2021 12:30:25 PM
"Fashion has had a problematic relationship with the environment in the past, and it’s time to address this," he said.
Wed, Oct 27, 2021
From obsession with Pilates to dislike for shoulder pads, Kriti Kharbanda on fashion, fitness and morePremium Story
October 20,2021 12:30:34 PM
"It’s important to understand the concept and need of space in relationships. Space is necessary not just between a boyfriend and a girlfriend, but even between your parents or siblings," she said
Wed, Oct 20, 2021
‘Pandemic absolutely affected my personal style’: Jim SarbhPremium Story
October 17,2021 12:30:59 PM
"My style became a lot more lounge wear, sweatpants, sweat-shorts, and more of just comfortable lounging clothes instead of formals. I didn’t have many of those; I wore the same two shorts through the entire first lockdown," the actor says
Sun, Oct 17, 2021
‘Post-pandemic fashion will be more inclusive and accessible’: Designer Gaurav GuptaPremium Story
October 06,2021 12:30:02 PM
"With sustainability and vocal for local being buzzwords, the entire fashion community -- including designers, influencers -- would have to steer the wheel and adapt, thus doing their bit towards creating a better tomorrow.," he said.
Wed, Oct 06, 2021
‘Never thought I would become a global icon’: KhaliPremium Story
September 29,2021 12:30:26 PM
"I used to feel a huge pressure to perform my best when I started... I used to sweat initially, but I slowly got used to it," he says
Wed, Sep 29, 2021
‘Would love to dress up Rekha’: Designer Leena SinghPremium Story
September 22,2021 12:30:17 PM
"Our creations are best carried off by women who portray timeless beauty and elegance, like Sharmila Tagore, Rekha and Shabana Azmi," she says
Wed, Sep 22, 2021
‘Our music was never meant to be played on TV or telephone screen’: Ustad Shujaat Khan on virtual showsPremium Story
September 15,2021 12:30:35 PM
"Concerts are a spiritual contact between musician and listeners, and that can only be felt live," he said
Wed, Sep 15, 2021
‘Photography is essentially an artistic practice that feeds your soul’: Poulomi BasuPremium Story
September 09,2021 12:30:50 PM
"Photography is magic... it's is only going to get more and more exciting, and the power of photography will continue to evolve as the new generation comes forward," she said
Thu, Sep 09, 2021
‘Deepika likes to keep it comfortable, but there are days when she’ll want to go crazy’: Stylist Shaleena NathaniPremium Story
September 03,2021 12:30:17 PM
"I really have to say I've learned a lot from Deepika -- how she gives 100 per cent to everything that she does. And I think that's really pushed me to be better at what I do," she said
Fri, Sep 03, 2021