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Kama Ayurveda

The season of grey skies and chilly winds is upon us and as winter sets in, with the drop in temperature, our skin produces less Sebum, causing dryness, itching, dullness, and pigmentation – affecting our skin from scalp to feet. At Kama Ayurveda, we encourage our patrons to change their beauty regimes with the change in season. Ayurveda’s foundation lies in the belief that our bodily constitution mirrors each season of the year. Ritucharya, an ancient Ayurveda practice of altering our lifestyle and diet according to the season, outlines this concept. This enables us to build our physical and mental strength to prevent ailments that may happen due to seasonal changes.

Rather than a trend-based approach, we would always recommend rituals using pure ingredients that are in keeping with your beauty needs to target the wellness of the face, body and hair.

A GENTLE SCRUB FOR THE BODY

Most of us are aware of how moisturizing your skin is an absolute essential during winters. But no matter how much we moisturize our skin, we can’t get rid of dry skin without some gentle exfoliation. We highly recommend using natural scrubs for the body as well as the face. The Neem Tulsi Tea Tree Body Scrub unclogs pores & sloughs off dead skin cells to reveal fresher, toned, revitalized skin. Neem and Tea Tree help purify acne-prone skin, giving it a less oily appearance. The Walnut Shell Powder acts as a mild exfoliating agent and removes dead, dull skin.

Available in stores and online for INR 410

COCOON YOUR SKIN

BODY

Jwalini Retexturising Skin Treatment Oil

We suggest a weekly oil massage or Abhyanga with the Kama Ayurveda’s Jwalini Retexturizing Skin Treatment blended with Ayurvedic ingredients like Costus & Tamanu to soothe dry, irritated skin. The self-massage ritual not only improves blood circulation warming our body but is also a great exercise in mindfulness. Wash away the oil with gentle, sulphate free gel cleansers, in lukewarm water. Pat completely dry with a soft cotton towel and apply a rich layer of body butter. The Kokum & Almond Body Butter is made with 100% organic cold-pressed Sweet Almond Oil & Coconut Oil. Rich in fiber, Vitamin A, E, and minerals, which relieve dryness and have natural antioxidants to increase the elasticity of the skin.

Available in stores and online for INR 895

FACE

Applying facial oils and serums just before moisturization is the most important step for hydration. Serums and face oils are loaded with hydrating ingredients and can provide your skin with sufficient water content before the moisturizer can lock it in. We recommend natural facial oil, the Urjasara Hydrating & Replenishing Face Oil and the Organic Moringa Oil.

Available in stores and online for INR 495 – 2250

It’s recommended to use a separate moisturizer for day and night. A heavier moisturizer is recommended at night, especially if you use heating. We might not realize this but our skin constantly loses moisture even when we sleep. We recommend Kama Ayurveda Eladi Hydrating Ayurvedic Face Cream for the day and Kama Ayurveda Rejuvenating and Brightening Night Cream for night.

Available in stores and online for INR 895 – 1425

ROOT-TO-TIP CARE FOR HAIR

Centuries-old Ayurvedic text describes many useful herbs for hair. Among all of them, there stands out a clear winner – Bhringraj, the king of herbs! Also known as False Daisy, Bhringraj is a miraculous herb hailing from the sunflower family. Kama Ayurveda combines Bhringraj with herbs like Amla, Indigo, Sesame, and Balloon Vines to create their iconic Bringadi Intensive Hair Treatment Oil. Together, these herbs prevent hair loss, scalp irritations, dandruff and premature greying.

Available in stores and online for INR 395 – 1295

For more information, www.kamaayurveda.com/

Insights revealed Gen Z in India are vibin’ to common 2022 goals like eating healthy and travelling again

New Year has finally arrived and with it so did Dating Sunday! Every year, Dating Sunday hits the top spot as one of the busiest days on dating apps. And on January 2nd, 2022 Tinder knew that Gen Z singles will not miss the opportunity to find someone who matches their vibe! While most members made most of this day, if you are one of folks who missed out on Dating Sunday swiping action this year, it’s never too late, kick-start your 2022 dating journey in by connecting with someone who shares your vibes on Tinder Explore.

#MatchYourVibe with Tinder Explore

With bio mentions of ‘My Vibes’ growing by 83%* In India, Tinder is supporting Gen Z to connect with new people over common goals and shared interests through Explore, its hottest new venue where members can navigate potential connections through common interests.

Tinder members are already setting their aspirations for the new year. 49%** revealed they would be up for traveling again, while over 31% members said they would sign up to join a gym. 15%** members are keen to eat less junk food.

When asked what they’re vibin’ to in 2022, Tinder members say they are looking for their partner in crime (35%**), while others (20%**) are just looking to finish what they start or even have a goal in the first place (25%**), and finally 20%** say they want to find time for themselves in 2022.

When it comes to top traits Gen Z in India are looking for with their dates, 38%* revealed they’re looking for someone who is trustworthy and 36%* are seeking a connection with a sense of humor, 12%* are on the lookout for someone who “is not an ass”, and 14%* are looking for a kind date. Talking about traits – good intentions also top the list amongst singles in India. 41% members look for matches with intentions of fixing the world, using less plastic (39%) and even going vegan (8%).

Launching this month, Tinder members will be able to select from a series of ‘2022 Goals’ in Explore to find a new year ‘partner in crime’ who shares their goals. Whether they are looking for a fellow foodie to ‘Taste together’, another sport enthusiast to ‘Sweat it together’ or someone entrepreneurial to ‘Complete my power couple’ in the new year.

In Explore, Gen Z members have more control over who they vibe and match with: members can find someone to snack with in Foodies, someone on their level in Gamers, or a partner to split their headphones with in Music Lovers. Whether they’re looking to find a match to march with in Social Causes or to complete their power couple in Entrepreneurs, Explore provides members the ability to direct their matching experience themselves.

With more than 450M downloads since launch and 65+ billion total matches, Tinder will definitely be the place to be this New Year!

Aahana Dhar, Director, Communications, Tinder India said: “Stepping into the new year, we’re encouraging members to refresh their bios, review their passions and interests, update their profile photos, and make the most of the new social features in Explore – hottest new place on Tinder where matches are made based on chosen common interests or goals! This Dating Sunday, as anticipated, we had many Tinder members swiping right on someone who shared their 2022 goals and found matches with people who share their vibe.”

To ensure the singletons are all set for Dating in the new year, Tinder is sharing its top 3 tips:

Follow the 3/5/11 rule!: Share at least 3 Passions / Interests (make sure they are updated to what you are currently vibin’ to) – add at least 5 pictures / videos – write at least 11 words in your bio!
Be online at prime time – just as midnight on NYE is the time to be on the middle of the dancefloor, watching the fireworks, or snogging your crush, 7-10pm is the slot on Dating Sunday to swipe on what makes you vibe on the app. So cancel all your other plans, as Tinder is the only place you should be at prime time.
Digital first, IRL second – Before meeting in IRL, why not video chat first. Take a moment to get to know your match before you plunge into that New Year in person date.

Beauty Care with Orange Peels

By Shahnaz Husain

Orange peels can be easily used in beauty care. They contain nutrients that actually benefit the skin and the hair. In fact, they have healing properties too and are said to help reduce acne conditions, as they absorb excess oil. Mixed with other ingredients like fresh cream or yogurt, they can help to nourish and soften the skin, keeping it healthy. Orange peels mixed with yogurt helps to remove tan.

Orange peels are a rich source of Vitamin C. In fact, the peels are said to contain more Vitamin C than the fruit itself. It also contains antioxidants that help maintain and restore health to the skin. Peels can be applied all over the body like a scrub or “Ubtan.” Orange peel by itself can be added to masks and scrubs for oily skin, as they absorb oil and also tighten the pores. Dried and powdered orange peels make a good scrub when mixed with cream of milk or yogurt. They help to remove dead skin cells and add a glow to the skin. Orange peels also contain calcium and pectin.

Collect orange peels and dry them thoroughly in the sun. Powder the peels without adding any water and keep them in an airtight container. Prepare in small quantities to ensure that they remain fresh. This is more so in warm and humid weather.

For normal to dry skin, mix together 2 teaspoons of dried and powdered orange peel, one teaspoon each cream of milk, honey, rose water, ground almonds and wheat bran. Apply it on the face, avoiding the lips and area around eyes. Wash it off after 20 minutes.

For oily skin, mix fuller’s earth with rose water, dried and powdered orange peels and yogurt to mix into a paste. Apply on the face and wash it off after 20 minutes.

Fresh orange peel can be ground into a paste. Add multani mitti and rose water and apply as a pack on the face. It is said to benefit oily skin and acne conditions. The pack can also be used to minimize blemishes and dark spots.

Orange rinds may be used in hair packs too. They are said to contribute to hair luster and nourish the hair. Keep orange peels and simmer them in water over a low fire. Cool and strain. Use the water to mix hair packs. It cleanses, reduces oiliness and adds body and shine.

About Shahnaz Husain

Shahnaz Husain, pioneer of the Ayurvedic beauty movement, heads the Shahnaz Husain Group, with a global network of franchise ventures and 375 Ayurvedic formulations. A Case Study at Harvard for Brand Creation, she is now a Harvard Subject for “Emerging Markets” She was honored with the Padma Shri Award and is the first woman in 105 years to receive the World’s Greatest Woman Entrepreneur Award from Success, the U.S. business magazine. Indeed, Shahnaz Husain is a leading international beauty icon.

The Lip Balm Company™

A Sustainable Brand that offers over hundred lip balms launched by South superstar Nayanthara and dermatologist Dr. Renita Rajan

Highlights

There are lip balms for all genders. Nayanthara and Dr. Rajan are looking forward to adding the ‘fun’ in ‘functionality’ by making lip balms a part of everyone’s daily lip care routine.

Sustainable Story

Product ranges are made from oceanic elements, biodegradable and vegan plant derivatives, and the product itself is cased in recyclable wood. The insulation keeps the product safe and effective, without adding preservatives, so all the product lines are preservative-free. Similarly, there are no added artificial colors; most products are made of minimally processed natural raw materials, whose original colors are retained. The product ranges called Edhazh and Niram represent pure plant extracts and naturally colored lip balms, respectively.

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Dr. Renita Rajan

“What started as a project to treat sensitive lips, and create the perfect lip balm, ended up growing into a standalone product line. Not only are lip balms able to plump, lift, soften, brighten and smoothen the lips, the interesting neurocosmetics can even give a sense of wellness and generate brain chemicals that can uplift the mood, and enhance lip characteristics. Using a lip balm is an everyday healthy habit, and our lip balms put the fun into an essential daily habit.”

Nayanthara

“I believe in a no compromise stance when it comes to my skincare and product usage. The key aspects I always look for in my own personal care products are high performance and safety.. For me, it was an immediate decision to join hands with Dr. Rajan in this range. Right after I picked up the first TLBC lip balm, I knew I had to do this! We are truly proud of this creative range of lip balms, which is bound to resonate with people who are looking for something extraordinary, just like I do!”

Website

www.thelipbalmco.in

2022 New Year Transit Predictions

Overview

This new year 2022 begins on the star of Jyeshtha (Kettai) Nakshatra which is ruled by Mercury. Venus is in retrograde at the beginning of this year. Saturn will be in Makara Rasi but goes to Kumba Rasi as adhi saram between April 30 and July 14, 2022. Jupiter will be in Kumba Rasi until April 14, 2022, and then move onto Meena Rasi.

Rahu will be transiting from Rishaba Rasi to Mesha Rasi and Ketu will be from Vrischika Rasi to Thula Rasi on April 14, 2022. This is the same day when Jupiter moves to Kumba Rasi. As 3 planets – Rahu, Ketu and Jupiter make the transit on the same day April 14, 2022, when Sun gets exalted, there will be significant shift in fortunes for everyone from April 14, 2022. Jupiter will be in retrograde between July 28 and Nov 26, 2022, in Meena Rasi. Saturn will be in retrograde between June 4 and Oct 23, 2022.

Aries – Mesha Rasi

This new year 2022 welcomes you with a good note. Jupiter on your 11^th house of labha sthana will deliver good fortunes when this new year begins. The malefic effects of Saturn on your 10^th house, Rahu on your 2^nd house and Ketu on your 8^th house will be less. You will have sound health, good relationship, excellent career and financial growth between Jan 01, and April 14, 2022, with the strength of Jupiter. You will be able to buy a new home. Cash flow is indicated from multiple sources. You will be hosting subha karya functions. Your family will gain a good name and fame in the society.

You may expect a slowdown between April 14, and July 28, 2022. But this period is unlikely to create any major problems. But things may not go well between July 28 and Oct 23, 2022. You may expect to have minor problems creeping up in your family environment. Your work life balance will get affected. You will not be able to make any good progress on anything you do.

The time after Oct 23, 2022 is going to be a testing period. The malefic effects of Rahu on your Janma Rasi and Ketu on your Kalathra sthanam will be felt badly. You need to reduce your expectations and growth at your workplace. You may lose mental peace due to failures and disappointments in your relationship. You may also get cheated on money matters.

It is not a good time to host subha karya functions.

Taurus– Rishaba Rasi

You might have done very well with the favorable transit of Jupiter and Saturn on your bhagya sthana in the last year of 2021. But this new year 2022 will start on a dull note. Jupiter transit on your 10th house will affect your career and financial growth. Rahu on your Janma Rasi will increase your physical ailments. Ketu will affect the relationship with your spouse and in-laws.

But your testing phase is short lived for 4 months only. The upcoming transit of Jupiter, Rahu, and Ketu on April 14, 2022 are looking very good. You will have good fortunes between April 14 and July 28, 2022. Jupiter on your 11^th house will give you good fortunes in multiple aspects of your life. You will see great success in your career and finance. You will do very well in your family, love, and relationship.

There will be setbacks and obstacles between July 28, 2022 and Oct 23, 2022 when Jupiter goes retrograde. You need to think twice before making any important decisions. But you will regain good strength and make excellent progress between Oct 24 and Dec 31, 2022. You will find a new job from a big company with a good salary package. Long awaited promotions will happen now. Cash flow is indicated from multiple sources. It is a good time to buy and move into a new home. Foreign travel opportunities are indicated on the cards.

Midhuna Rasi (Gemini Moon Sign)

There are no words to explain the painful experience you went through in the last year of October and November 2021. But this new year will welcome you with a very happy note. Jupiter on your 9^th house is aspecting your Janma Rasi will give you big fortunes. Ketu in your 6^th house will accelerate your growth and success. The negative aspects of Saturn and Rahu will get nullified.

You will experience very good changes between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022. If you have lost your job, you will find an excellent job offer with a good salary package. You will come out of the emotional trauma experienced in the past. If you went through any separation in your relationship, it is a good time for reconciliation. If you are single, you will find a suitable match and get married. Foreign travel opportunities are indicated on the cards. Your bank loans will get approved. It is a good time to refinance your loans to lower your interest rate.

The time between April 14, 2022 and Oct 23, 2022 is looking average. It is going to be a dull period with no significant changes. Things will be under your control and hence nothing to be worried about. You need to increase your soft skills to sort out the problems. But the time

is between Oct 24 and Dec 31, 2022 is looking much worse. If you are not careful, you may lose all the fortunes you got between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022.

Kataga Rasi (Cancer Moon Sign)

This new year starts with Jupiter in your 8^th house of asthma sthana. Saturn placement on your 7^th house is also not looking good. Ketu in your 5^th house will increase anxiety and tension. It is going to be a severe testing phase for you between Jan 01 and April 14, 2022. You may lose your mental peace due to continuous failures and disappointments. There will be office politics and conspiracy at your workplace. You may also lose your job. Your bank loans will not get approved. Your medical and travel expenses will skyrocket. You may get cheated on money matters. You may get into legal troubles and may get defamed before April 14, 2022.

Things will get a lot better between April 14, 2022 and Oct 28, 2022. You will come out of the past painful incidents. If you went through separation in your relationship, it is a good time for reconciliation. You will be able to find a new job with a good salary package. Your financial situation will improve a lot. The time between Oct 28, and Dec 31, 2022 is going to be a golden period. Let it be anything you do, will materialize into a great success. It is an excellent time to get married. Long awaited couples will get blessed with a baby. You will be happy in moving to a new home. Your family will gain a good name and fame in the society.

Simha Rasi (Leo Moon Sign)

The start of this new year between Jan 01 and April 14, 2022 is going to be a “raja yoga” period. This period will turn out to be one of the best times in your life. You will enjoy golden moments in your relationship. It is an excellent time to start a new relationship. Birth of a child will increase happiness in your family. Cash Flow will be surplus. You will get promoted to senior level with good salary hikes. You will be happy with profits from stock investments.

But Jupiter moving onto your 8^th house on April 14, 2022 will create obstacles and affect your growth. You will see mixed results between April 14, 2022 and Nov 23, 2022. You will make good progress on your long-term goals with the strength of Saturn. But you will not be able to make good progress on your short-term ventures. You need to accept this slowdown and reduce your expectations to get mental peace.

Unfortunately, the time between Nov 23, 2022 and Dec 31, 2022 is looking much worse. Already planned subha karya functions will get cancelled beyond your control. Your work life will get affected with office politics and conspiracy through hidden enemies. Avoid giving surety to bank loans for your friends and relatives. Stay away from stock trading completely as financial disaster is indicated on the cards.

Kanni Rasi (Virgo Moon Sign)

This New Year starts with Jupiter on your 6^th house of runa roga sathru sthana. Saturn on your 5^th house will increase your anxiety and tension. Rahu on your 9^th house is also not looking good. The time between Jan 01 and April 14, 2022 will create bitter experiences in your life. Both your body and mind will get affected badly. You may go through a separation in your relationship. Office politics will also get much more severe. You need to take care of your emotional health. It is going to be a challenging time for your finances. Stay away from stock trading completely.

Jupiter in the 7th house from April 14, 2022 will provide excellent relief. Rahu / Ketu transit will increase your fortunes between April 14, and Oct 23, 2022. You will come out of the bitter past. You will regain your sound health and emotional strength. Your expenses will go down. You will come out of the debt problems. You will have a good relationship with your spouse and children. It is a good time to move into a new home.

Unfortunately, the time between Oct 23, 2022 and Dec 31, 2022 will create further setbacks in your relationship. Saturn gaining strength on your 5^th house will affect your love life. You will not be able to make any decisions clearly. The good news is that you will not get affected by your career or finances during this period.

Thula Rasi (Libra Moon Sign)

This new year 2022 will welcome you with a very good note. Jupiter will be expecting your Janma Rasi after 7 years. Saturn on your 4^th house of Ardhastama sthana is not good. You may expect to see good changes on multiple aspects of your health. Your ailing health will recover. Your medical expenses will go down. You will find a new job with a good salary package. Long awaited promotion will happen now. Your financial situation will improve a lot. You will see modest gain on your investments. You will be successful in conducting subha karya functions until April 14, 2022.

But you may experience mixed results between April 14, 2022 and Oct 23, 2022. As Saturn and Jupiter will be in retrograde, you will get stuck on anything you do. You are unlikely to make any good progress due to excessive delays. You need to reduce your expectations for your career and financial growth. Make sure to move your money into conservative instruments like savings accounts or fixed deposits.

The time between Oct 24, 2022 and Dec 31, 2022 will create a sudden debacle. Things may go out of your way during this period. Huge money loss through investments is possible. Your building construction projects will get stopped. Your health may get affected. You may lose your job with lay off or termination with no benefits. Think twice before taking any important decisions. You need to increase your spiritual strength to cross this testing period.

Vrischika Rasi (Scorpio Moon Sign)

You might have faced more obstacles and delays in the last year 2021. This new year will welcome you with a good note. Things will get much better for your career and finance between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022 with the strength of Saturn on your 3^rd house and Jupiter on your 4^th house. There will be minor problems in your relationship due to rahu transit on your kalathra sthana. There will be medical expenses for your family.

Once you reach April 14, 2022, your growth will skyrocket. Rahu and Ketu transit will support having a good relationship with your spouse and in-laws. Jupiter transit on your 5^th house will increase your fortunes by multiple times. You will get promoted to the next level at your workplace. It is also a good time to explore new job opportunities. You will be happy with huge profits from stock trading. You will be happy in moving to a new home. Foreign travel opportunities are strongly indicated on the cards. If you are already in a foreign land, you will get your green card and citizenship during this year. If you are running favorable mahadasha, you will reach celebrity status around Nov 2022.

Think twice before taking important decisions between July 28, 2022, and Oct 23, 2022. Overall, this year is going to be a golden year for you in your lifetime.

Dhanushu Rasi

Jupiter on your 3^rd house will affect your career and finance badly between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022. Saturn on your 2^nd house and Ketu on your 12^th house will increase the intensity of the problems. Unfortunately, you may have to face more challenges in multiple aspects of your life. You will have more office politics. Your promotions and salary hikes will get delayed. Your unwanted and unexpected expenses will increase. Avoid giving surety for bank loan approval to your friends and relatives. Already planned subha karya functions may get canceled or postponed. Legal troubles are also indicated on the cards. Stay away from stock market investments completely.

You will experience mixed results between April 14, 2022 and Nov 23, 2022. You will see little improvements in your relationship. Your work pressure will be manageable. Financial situation may get affected without giving any relief. If you are expecting any significant growth, it is unlikely to happen with the strength of gochar aspects.

You will have a good time between Nov 23, 2022 and Dec 31, 2022 as the malefic effects of sade sani are coming to an end. You may expect to have significant recovery on your finances. Your work pressure and tension will go down. The relationship with your spouse and in-laws will improve. It is a good time to conduct subha karya functions.

Makara Rasi (Capricorn Moon Sign)

You would have seen a disaster in your life during October and November 2021. But this new year will welcome you with a very happy note. Jupiter on your 2^nd house will strengthen your chart. Ketu on your 11^th house will amplify your fortunes multiple times. The negative energy Saturn and Rahu will get nullified. You may expect to see great success in anything you do between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022.

The time between April 14, 2022, and Oct 23, 2022, is looking very much average. This is going to be a dull period. You may have to reduce your expectations for your career and financial growth. As both Jupiter and Saturn are going retrograde, things will not get worse. It is okay to move into a new home and conduct subha karya functions.

But things are likely to get much worse between Oct 23, 2022, and Dec 31, 2022. If you are not careful, you may lose all the fortunes you got between Jan 01, 2022, and April 14, 2022. You need to know your strengths and weaknesses to play your cards well to get success and move up in your life. Overall, I suggest you grab the opportunities and settle down well in your life before April 14, 2022. Then you need to go with conversative investments for the rest of the year 2022.

Kumba Rasi (Aquarius Moon Sign)

This new year starts with Janma Guru and Sade Sani. You cannot expect any benefits from Rahu and Ketu. This is not good news to you. The time between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022 is going to be a severe testing phase for you. Your energy level will get exhausted from doing even small work. You may feel dizzy. The relationship with your loved ones will get affected. There will be severe office politics and conspiracy. You may become a victim and get cheated on money matters. You will also suffer from income tax, audit problems and legal problems. You may experience emotional trauma before April 14, 2022.

You will get a good deal of relief between April 14, 2022 and July 26, 2022 as both Rahu and Jupiter will be in a good position. You will come out of the past painful incidents during this time. If you have lost your job already, then you will find a new job one. The relationship with your loved ones will get much better. You will see mixed results between July 26, 2022 and Nov 23, 2022.

You will have good fortunes between Nov 23, 2022 and Dec 31, 2022. You will be happy in a relationship with your family members. This is a good time to conduct subha karya functions. You will get a good work life balance. Your financial situation will improve a lot. It is a good time to buy and move into a new home.

Meena Rasi (Pisces Moon Sign)

Saturn will be in your 11^th house of labha sthana is good news for you. The time between Jan 01, 2022 and April 14, 2022 will give you good results. You will be very successful in achieving your long-term goals. Jupiter on your 12^th house will create subha Viraya expenses. You will be happy in conducting subha karya functions. Your family will gain a good name and fame in the society.

But you will experience mixed results between April 14, 2022 and Nov 23, 2022. You will have good fortunes due to favorable Saturn, but Jupiter will create obstacles. Nothing to be feared as Saturn will put back things to normal and give you great success. You will have modest growth at your workplace. There will be office politics, but you will be able to manage them and deliver projects on time.

But the time between Nov 23, 2022 and Dec 31, 2022 is going to be a severe testing phase. It could be a complete reversal in fortunes of what you experienced in the beginning of this year 2022. Make sure to settle down in your life very well before April 14, 2022.

About the Astrologer

Kathir Subbiah, a California-based astrologer and horoscope guide, also known as KT Astrologer touched millions of lives by extending his impeccable services. From ex US President Barack Obama to the current man in the US office- Joe Biden, Kathir Subbiah has delivered the most precise predictions and forecasts for the most sought after newsmakers.

Website: www.ktastro.com

VOGUE RESET

The January 2022 issue of Vogue India ushers in a new era, a new beginning: a VOGUE RESET. This issue sets out to champion the spirit of creativity in India, spark conversations, highlight excellence in the fashion industry, celebrate the diversity of the subcontinent and set forth a new visual language, one where there is room for everyone

Megha Kapoor, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue India on the January 2022 VOGUE RESET issue:

My time in this industry began 12 years ago as an intern at Vogue India, an experience that set in motion a chain of events that has now come full circle, allowing me, with immense gratitude and pride, to present Vogue India’s January issue as its editor.

To RESET involves change, to begin from the baseline. It’s an exciting opportunity to take stock, recalibrate and start again. For our talent, this idea of a RESET was both personal and universal. Whether it be dismantling long held beauty ideals, reprioritising business models towards a more sustainable ethos around the transferral of joy, or a daily ritual of reconnecting with nature, it is a concept that resonates on many levels.

Vogue India – January 2022 – Photographed by by Dan Jackson

A collaboration with British-Indian designer Supriya Lele felt like the obvious choice for christening this new path. In the past five years, her signature fusion of Indian dress codes with a sensual ’90s minimalism has set her apart as the darling of a new wave of design talent taking centre stage. I was thrilled when she agreed to come on board as a creative collaborator for our cover story.

But even as the cultural landscape continues to spin beneath our feet and we struggle to find our moorings, one thing is undeniable: the urgent need for representation. I thought it was both important and necessary to ensure our cover star was a true role model. Zinnia Kumar fit that vision. Her work as a scientist, ecologist, activist and model sets her apart as someone who lives by her values.

This thread of being unapologetically Indian also comes through in my conversation with Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the architect of the blockbuster Indian wedding. Having shaped his empire on the romantic idealisation of Indian culture while building a truly contemporary brand, he credits embracing his identity to be at the core of his success.

An Excerpt from Vogue India’s January 2022 cover story

THIS TIME IS OURS

British-Indian designer Supriya Lele inhabits the space between her familial roots in Jabalpur and her life growing up in the UK’s West Midlands. And in her clothes, she fashions this push and pull that lives within her. As a result, what is born is not a dissonance but a delicate view of a new India

Words by Akanksha Kamath
Photographed by by Dan Jackson
Styled by Kate Phelan

Five years after starting her label in London, what stands out about Supriya Lele, the Royal College of Art alumna and her oeuvre of whisper-thin organza pieces is the focused female gaze she brings to the industry. Case in point: the slinkiest pieces from her spring/summer 2022 collection which she has handpicked for this cover shoot she co-created. “Sexy…” she says, letting the word linger, before continuing, “is so subjective. Confidence is sexy. Attitude, vibe and spirit can all be sexy.” It is serendipitous then, that the subject for her brave clothing is modern multi-hyphenate and fellow South Asian Zinnia Kumar. “I think Zinnia embodies the essence of what I am trying to say with my brand,” explains Lele.

Far from the maximalist, magpie India we have often seen represented in fashion rhetoric, what the LVMH prize winner serves up is a rethought and remixed version of our country. Celebration is seen in bold strokes of colour. The sari’s asymmetrical drape is found in the twisted tissue-like wrap of a dress. It’s a vision that is curated from a place that is familiar yet far removed. “A gesture, not an appropriation,” she explains.

“What’s happening in India right now is so exciting. There are creatives and artists breaking rules and doing incredible things that aren’t on the global map just yet,” she says, having wrapped up a collaboration with Delhi based photographer Sohrab Hura for her spring/summer 2022 campaign. “I am hoping that, over time, by making connections and shining a light on those individuals, this will change.”

While Lele’s cultural identity is a conversation starter, it is her deliberate work on building a modern wardrobe rooted in luxury that makes her a cultural and design phenomenon. “I think individuality is really important. That’s what people want from young designers, a new perspective.”

An Excerpt from Vogue India’s January 2022 issue:

BEATING THE ODDS

A scientist, ecologist, activist and writer, Zinnia Kumar successfully subverts every conceivable trope of a fashion model, thanks to a lengthy scroll of accomplishments. In recent years, the iconoclast has harnessed her celebrity to confront colourism, dismantle long-held beauty ideals and encourage conversations around sustainability with a profundity that belies her age

Words by Sadaf Shaikh

Social entrepreneur, ethnic inclusion advocate, sustainability consultant, South Asian cultural advisor and CIEEM-accredited (the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management) ecologist—Zinnia Kumar wears many hats and dons each with discernible ease, a trait that has little to do with the fact that she is also a sought-after model appearing in campaigns for Miu Miu, Kiko Kostadinov and Off-White. The Australian-Indian multi-hyphenate uses her social media influence as a launchpad to fire emphatic missives to her 664K followers. In a post from 2018, she lambasted prominent Indian celebrities for promoting skin lightening products while the caption for a shoot out-take posted last year criticised luxury brands that outsourced their embroidery to India’s skilled artisans at below minimum wage. Considering the impressive range of qualifiers Kumar has to her name, her schedule is naturally chock-full of commitments—and the UK-based model prefers it that way, which is why she gladly allows her advocacy work to claim her weekends as well. In her first-ever cover interview with Vogue India, the polymath offers compelling insights on the politics of colour and representation.

How did you develop an interest in conserving the environment and dismantling colourism?

Growing up, I was obsessed with birds and David Attenborough; I was all of five when I knew I wanted to work in conservation and ecology.

I come from North, East and South Indian lineage and have family members with diverse skin tones who were bullied or treated differently. It made me livid when the South Asian community in Australia would say mean things to my cousin, mum and grandmother because they were dark-skinned while giving me preferential treatment because I had lighter skin. The penny finally dropped when a young woman in the community died by suicide after being rejected by multiple male suitors.

When it comes to Indian representation in international media and film, it’s clear that women with Eurocentric ancestry and features such as light skin and long locks have a higher chance of succeeding in their careers than those with traditional South Asian lineaments. What do you have to say about this phenomenon of skin tone bias within the same ethnic group?

Bollywood has always championed mixed-race Indians, like Helen, and continues to do so even today. Just look at the proliferation of biracial actors such as Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, Dia Mirza, Lisa Haydon and Lara Dutta. While their burgeoning celebrity is a great tool for creating global reach, it has achieved little in terms of Indian representation, social belonging and visibility. Instead, it has further exalted the kind of features that reject and replace the beauty of an entire nation.

When we don’t use Indian models and talent in India, it leads international brands to believe we don’t find Indian talent desirable, thus they feel no need to use Indians globally. Today, mixed-race white Indians receive five international magazine covers for every cover earned by their monoracial counterparts. Despite constituting a fifth of the world’s population, we have a lot more ground to cover in terms of glass ceilings, colourism and inclusivity.

You’ve been an advocate for widening the lens of representation in fashion beyond the runway, even leading by example through your very first high-fashion gig for Off-White. How important is it for creatives of colour to support each other in an industry that has predominantly been steeped in whiteness?

When I was rejected by every agency in Australia for being Indian, I felt like I didn’t belong in fashion. However, it was creatives of colour who kept advocating for me even when the mainstream industry did not accept me. Virgil Abloh was one of them. If visionaries like him hadn’t taken a chance on me when I was starting out, I would not be where I am today. Now that I have a platform and a growing position of power, it’s only right that I return the favour and advocate for POCs in every way I can. I’m actioning this through the creation of a diverse support network for underrepresented racial minorities that is free of contempt. This not only involves highlighting creatives on Instagram, but actually supporting and creating long-term careers, mentoring them, and fighting for them in the face of racism and other sociocultural barriers.

Vogue India’s January Cover 2022
Photographer: Dan Jackson
Styled by Kate Phelan
Words: Akanksha Kamath

Nav Sidhu Is All Set To Promote First-Ever Punjabi Film Under His Label Of Boss Music Production

Boss Music Productions is a well-known and well-recognized music and film marketing company with an international reputation. Music promotion, music releases, music consultancy, international distribution, and influencer management are all areas where Boss Music Productions specializes. Nav Sidhu and Diljot Pannu are the two brothers, who founded this enterprise four years ago. Nav Sidhu’s passion for music inspired him to launch this firm alongside Diljot Pannu, who studied Information Technology and specialized in Digital Marketing in Australia and handled all the company’s technical needs and certifications. As a result, they put their talents, expertise, and innovative approach to function in this industry.

Boss Music Productions has offices in India and Australia, each with a talented, dynamic, and completely capable crew ready to respond to any query from all over the world.
Boss Music Productions became the leading Instagram promotional company in North India in a very short space of time. The organization has completed substantial projects, prompting them to grow its workforce globally.

Nav Sidhu believes no job is too small, and he has encouraged his employees to give their all to every assignment. Apart from his love and passion for music, he observed several gaps in social media marketing that were never addressed.
Because the market was primarily focused on paid advertising, no one allowed creative influencers to show their talents and expertise in content promotion.
He assembled all the world’s influencers and provided them the opportunity to promote the content using their talents.

Diljot Pannu used his abilities, and experience to cover requests for digital marketing and releases.

Nav Sidhu further claims that his classmates, who are now well-known musicians, recognized his comprehensive approach and ideas and encouraged him to pursue a career in music.

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Boss Music Productions is now branching out into Haryanvi and Devotional music. They promote Haryanvi and devotional music and have launched Haryanvi and devotional music labels. Their Youtube channel is also a tremendous hit, with millions of views across the platform. They are always willing to assist musicians in releasing their music on the Youtube platform.

Boss Music Productions has also created the Movies Promotions and Consultancy, which helps a lot of blockbuster movies exhibit their work through digital marketing and prominent influencers, with a lot of love and support for their work. The firm thinks that you should run for the confidence of your clients, not for the money. Profit will come to you if your job is good and making significant development.

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Urvashi Rautela Was Paid This Heavy Salary To Perform Her Duties At The Miss Universe Pageant 2021, India is Definitely Proud Of Her

Urvashi Rautela has already made a way for herself in the Bollywood fraternity with her alluring and sizzling looks. The actress always grabs the limelight whenever she makes a bold appearance. The actress had made herself and India proud as she was one of the youngest judges in the history of Miss Universe. Through her hard work and dedication, the actress has been the talk of the town because of her presence at the Miss Universe. The actress is indeed Bharat Ka Garv.

Urvashi is unstoppable as the actress knows the true meaning of hard work and dedication. But we are always keen to know what amount was paid to this diva to judge at the Miss Universe Pageant 2021. Urvashi is the only Indian and the youngest judge who was offered a massive amount worth 1.2 million dollars. Which goes to around 8 crores Indian Rupees. Indeed, that is a massive amount, but the actress made sure to perform her duties well enough and make the right person win the Pageant. Because of her charm India finally won the Miss Universe Pageant and Harnaaz Sandhu brought the crown home after 21 years. Indeed, she is Bharat Ki Beti making India proud worldwide.
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Recently Urvashi Rautela yet again proved herself as she beats Zayn Malik & Vanessa Hudgens on Instagram by 44 million followers.

On the work front, Urvashi Rautela will be soon seen in the Jio studios web series ‘Inspector Avinash’ opposite Randeep Hooda in a lead role. The actress is going to play the lead role in a bilingual thriller “Black Rose” along with the Hindi remake of “Thiruttu Payale 2”. Urvashi recently got a blockbuster response for her song “Doob Gaye” opposite Guru Randhawa and “Versace Baby” opposite Mohamed Ramadan. Urvashi Rautela will be making a Tamil debut with the 200 crores big-budget film “The Legend” opposite Saravana. The actress has also signed a three-film contract with Jio Studios and T-Series.

‘Sustainability will be In’

Lifestyle Trends to watch out for in 2022

iTokri, India’s leading e-tailer for handicraft and handloom products, forecasts the trends for 2022 in fashion, home decor, and accessories including shopping preferences that have changed in the last two years due to the pandemic.

The year 2022 will be about a Sustainability. This dynamically blending trend will transform the way we live and captivate our style statements across segments.

As the popularity and demand for sustainable lifestyle grows, it will become the new style statement in every category, from clothing to home decor and kitchen appliances as well as from accessories to footwear. Sustainable products are trends that are long lasting and will make the fashion world go round, redefining our awareness levels towards living in a sustainable life and even the way we consume fashion.

Here are some of the important trends for 2022 that will remain relevant for years to come.

Fashion with comfort –

Casual Wear_Bengal Kantha Embroidered Pure Cotton Palazzo

With sustainable fashion gaining more and more traction and people continuing to work from home, the trend of comfort-wear will reign in 2022. Casual and loungewear clothes like oversized tops to pure cotton palazzo pants, kurta to satin pajamas, and dresses in fine quality cotton and exquisite handloom fabric will be a trendsetter (AM to PM fashion) for everyone.

Casual Wear_Bindaas Block Art Prints Natural Dyed Cotton Unisex Polo T-shirt

Sustainability in Home Decor –

Madhubani Handpainted Bamboo Wood Wall Clock

As the new year begins, it’s time to give your home a classic new look with traditional home decor items. This year will see a lot of home decor items made of natural materials getting popular. Trendy handmade decor items made of natural materials like bamboo and sabai grass will be in demand in the home décor segment. From vibrant table runners to hand-carved natural wood coasters, and decorative lampshades to antique wine bottle holders; it’ll be the year for decorating home with handcrafted products coming from across the country.

Sustainability in accessories –

Handmade Natural Stone Brass Base Necklace

In 2022 the combination of refreshing classic and bold looks will be the new favorites in fashion trends. We will see a new trend of men and women adorning jewelry made of natural stones, opaque crystals set, and plenty of silver that will elevate the existing wardrobe. Also, multicolor handbags to wide waist belts will add freshness to your wardrobe. Other accessories like silk bands for hair and retro scarves will give a glamorous finish to everyday looks.

Jaipur Multicolour Printed Cotton Handbag

Trending with embroideries –

Traditional Phulkari Heavy Embroidered Chinnon Fabric

This is the one trend that’s making a major come back. Embroidery in apparel and fashionable pieces like belts, hats, dresses, shoes will make them even more colorful and unique. Embroidery styles like Kashidakari, Rabari Embroidery, Gara Craft, Aughi designs from Uttar Pradesh, and many others will be trending in 2022.

“We hope the forecast offers perspective beyond the fashion trends and helps people understand what’s trending and suitable for everyday life as we head into the new year and embrace a ‘new normal’ together. At iTokri, we aim to promote sustainability as a lifelong choice because of the benefits it offers and help our customers look and feel the best way possible. This New Year, trends across different segments will see people indulging in more handmade and handicraft products than earlier, especially the youth.” Says Nitin Pamnani, Co-Founder, iTokri.