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'CHIRAIYA' SERIES REVIEW
Chiraiya , the new JioHotstar series, pulls you into the quiet horror of marital rape, a crime not committed on the streets but inside a so called “respectable” middle class home. Divya Dutta plays Kamlesh, the dutiful daughter‑in‑law who starts questioning everything when her sister‑in‑law Pooja , reveals that her husband is forcing himself on her night after night. Pic Credit: JioHotstar Instagram The show’s strength lies in how it makes the abnormal feel normal,until it becomes impossible...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 10 April 2026 5:26 PM IST
SHAH RUKH KHAN ON RAAKA’S POSTER
Shah Rukh Khan shares excitement for the fantasy-action film 'Raaka' starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone. Pic Credit: Sun Pictures Instagram Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan expressed his enthusiasm for director Atlee's upcoming movie Raaka, sending best wishes to the cast and crew. Promoted as a massive fantasy-action spectacle, the project stars Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone in lead roles, their first on-screen pairing. Producers unveiled the title on Wednesday, coinciding with Allu...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 10 April 2026 5:23 PM IST
QAFFEINE BISTRO: INDIA'S COFFEE SOUL
Hyderabad woke up to a treat on March 25, Qaffeine Bistro by Ohri's Group, your new go-to for Heartmade Indian bliss. This spot weaves top-tier coffee, clever cuisine, and genuine warmth into hangs that stick. Modern flair hugs rustic comforts perfect for fuelling ideas or lazy afternoons. Baaghini, the blend that steals hearts. It pulls magic from six regions-Chikmagalur, Coorg, Wayanad, Yercaud, Koraput, Nagaland, roasted medium-dark for balanced depth and smooth linger. Go classic with OG...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 2 April 2026 12:11 PM IST
FROM MIC TO PRIME MINISTER
A 35-year-old rapper, fresh off electrifying stages in Kathmandu's underground scene, steps into Nepal's highest office. Balendra Shah, better known as Balen, isn't just making history he's remixing it. Pic Credit: Balen Shah Instagram On the very day he was elected leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party's parliamentary wing, hours before swearing in as Nepal's 40th Prime Minister, Balen unleashed his music video for “Jay Mahakaali”. Talk about timing that hits harder than a bass drop. This...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 2 April 2026 12:08 PM IST
MADHU MANTENA & IRA TRIVEDI WELCOME BABY BOY
Bollywood power couples always grab the spotlight, but nothing pulls at your heart like Madhu Mantena and Ira Trivedi's big news about their first baby, a healthy boy born on March 21. PC credit Ira Trivedi Instagram (@iratrivedi) They posted this super sweet Instagram picture on Sunday of a tiny blue baby toe next to Lord Krishna playing his flute, calling it a divine blessing, and man, it melted everyone's hearts. Their caption says, "Thank you Krishna for this divine blessing, for filling...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 25 March 2026 5:11 PM IST
VEGAN FRIENDLY PALAK CHANA
This creamy, garlicky spinach chickpea curry is a rich, protein‑packed vegan version of Indian palak paneer. It’s dairy‑free and can be made in about half an hour. This recipe goes perfectly with roti, paratha, and rice. Vegan Palak Chana Serving- 4 Diet: Vegan / gluten‑free Ingredients 1 tbsp oil ½ tsp cumin seeds 1 small onion (finely chopped) 2–3 garlic cloves (minced) 1 tsp ginger (grated) 1 green chilli (finely chopped, optional) 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp coriander powder ½ tsp turmeric...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 24 March 2026 4:32 PM IST
EYES: A VALUABLE ASSET
“Eyes are the jewels of the body” —Henry David Thoreau Representational image Dr Sharma, an ophthalmologist, was sitting in his living room, sipping coffee while reading his favourite digital magazine, Edge & Essence . Suddenly, the doorbell rang. He went to open the door and saw Meera, his younger sister, standing there with red, puffy eyes, rubbing them furiously. “Brother! Thank God you’re home!” she cried, barging in without waiting for an invitation. Mrs Sharma, who was a makeup...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 19 Jan 2026 1:25 PM IST
2025’S MOST COMPELLING READS
Every year, as days lengthen and the world stirs from its winter slumber, we gather the books that have kept us awake far too late into the night. These are stories of complicated families we root for against all odds, non-fiction that reshapes how we understand the world, and fictional universes so real they feel familiar. After months of spirited debate, countless cups of coffee, and impassioned arguments, we finally come together to vote for our — TOP 10 BOOKS OF 2025 … The Loneliness of...
- By : Aditi Shankar
- 9 Jan 2026 11:30 AM IST