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Shobhaa De

Shobhaa De

Novelist and columnist Shobhaa De has always been outspoken in her writing and views on urban India. The former editor of magazines like Stardust, Society and Celebrity, has been a model and scriptwriter.

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How Camellia Panjabi elevated Indian food culture globally

Camellia Panjabi, renowned culinary expert, launches her new coffee table book, 'Vegetables: The Indian Way,' offering a definitive collection of Indian recipes and nutritional insights

By Shobhaa De October 12, 2025

Manisha Koirala: Actress, activist, and Nepal's influential voice

Manisha Koirala, the renowned Bollywood actress and Nepali activist, has boldly spoken her mind on Nepal's recent violent protests, expressing support for the return of monarchy

By Shobhaa De September 28, 2025

The enigma named Manoj Jarange Patil

From a school dropout and former Congress worker who helped at a modest eatery frequented by local politicians, Patil has become a strident voice of the Marathas—who make up nearly a third of Maharashtra’s population

By Shobhaa De September 14, 2025

From Ravi Shankar's disciple to a global icon: The journey of Rishab Rikhiram Sharma

Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, a 26-year-old sitarist captivating the global music circuit, is known for his groundbreaking performance at the White House Diwali party and unique approach to Indian classical music as an instrument for healing

By Shobhaa De August 31, 2025

Lakshmi Venkataraman Venkatesan: The visionary behind BYST's success

Lakshmi Venkataraman Venkatesan founded the Bharatiya Yuva Shakti Trust (BYST), inspired by JRD Tata, to empower underprivileged young entrepreneurs across India. Through BYST, she has transformed over 50,000 lives

By Shobhaa De August 17, 2025

Should kiss cams be banned after the Coldplay incident?

Let's take a straw poll about wandering cameras

By Shobhaa De August 03, 2025

It takes courage to be Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone's recent actions highlight her commitment to balancing career and family. She boldly demanded an eight-hour workday, leading to her exit from a film, while simultaneously receiving the Hollywood Walk of Fame honour

By Shobhaa De July 20, 2025

Sanjoy K. Roy and JLF: A family like no other

I have travelled with them from Cape Town to Hong Kong, Doha to Seattle, and always felt cared for

By Shobhaa De July 06, 2025

Cannes, the French Kumbh

A crash course on world cinema before jumping on the Cannes bandwagon?

By Shobhaa De June 08, 2025

Met Gala: Badge of honour? Not really

Met Gala has become the most hyped glamour event on the planet with high-profile celebrities working on their costumes for months

By Shobhaa De May 25, 2025

Omar Abdullah—no ‘playboy politician’

Omar’s fascinating political journey is the stuff of gripping film scripts

By Shobhaa De May 11, 2025

Bringing Vivienne Westwood to India was an inspired choice

Vivienne Westwood's brand today seems to be playing it safe

By Shobhaa De April 27, 2025

Croissant and Prashant

I find 'Croissant Prashant' fascinating; want to meet him before he becomes history

By Shobhaa De April 13, 2025

Noel Tata—a new era begins

Noel Tata has carved his own path in health care

By Shobhaa De March 30, 2025

Kalki Koechlin cannot be boxed, especially in an industry that prefers conformists

After moving from Puducherry to Mumbai, KalkiKoechlin is now putting down roots in Goa with Israeli partner Guy Hershberg and their daughter, Sappho

By Shobhaa De March 16, 2025
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