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When it comes to celebrity bridal looks, we often expect a whole Raja Hindustani level of drama—think flying veils, 100 kg lehengas and makeup heavier than emotional baggage. But trust Hina Khan to flip the script and serve up a bridal vibe that’s equal parts glam, grounded and full-on dhamaka—without the daily soap theatrics!

Hina Khan, known for her role as the ever-so-sanskari bahu turned glam queen, didn’t just walk down the aisle—she floated, sparkled and slayed. While most celeb brides go OTT like it’s a fashion version of Bigg Boss, Hina’s bridal look whispered, “I’m elegant, deal with it.”

No, she didn’t drown in layers of embroidery or blind us with diamonds the size of laddoos. Her look was the ultimate power move: minimal makeup, maximum impact. Think dewy skin, soft rosy tones, fluttery lashes and brows so on-point, they deserve their own fan club. Her bridal beat was fresh, feminine and fabulous—basically, a makeup artist’s mic drop moment.

Hina Khan’s wedding saree was a beautiful piece of art. She donned an opal green handloom saree with a blush pink blouse that had beautiful zardozi embroidery on it. The customized details made the outfit even more special. For example, her and Rocky’s names were masterfully woven into the fabric in Devanagari script, along with an infinity symbol that showed their lifelong relationship. The ensemble was finished off with a lovely pink veil with scalloped edges and a golden kiran patti border, giving it a wonderful wedding look.

The color? A refreshing break from the crimson crowd. She chose a soft, pastel tone. It felt dreamy, dainty and downright dazzling—like if your Pinterest board came alive and said namaste.

Heavy jhumkas? Check. Dainty maang tikka? Oh yes. But still, somehow, she looked like she could run a marathon—or at least dance to “London Thumakda” without breaking her neck.

Hina’s jewellery was a masterclass in balance. She wore a beautiful choker with gemstones in different colors, delicate earrings and a maang teeka that looked great on her forehead. She wore a lot of massive kundan kadas and bangles on her arms, which was a classic look that wasn’t too much. A few diamond rings gave a modern, sleek shine to the mix. It was traditional with a modern twist—just like her!

Her hair was arranged in loose waves, with the middle part tucked perfectly behind her veil. She kept her makeup fresh by having glowing skin, rosy cheeks, delicate pink lips and eyes that were slightly defined. Nothing heavy or loud, just naturally beautiful. With every flick and flair, her hair screamed, “I woke up like this—just kidding, my stylist did.”

Let’s not forget the aura. Hina radiated a kind of calm confidence that made it clear—this bride didn’t come to play, she came to SLAY. Her smile was the only accessory that shone brighter than her outfit. She looked like she was enjoying her moment, not surviving it.

No stress, no stiffness, just chill and charm. It was as if she whispered to every bride-to-be, “You don’t have to be extra to be epic.”

In a world where bridal looks often scream for attention, Hina Khan’s shaadi style spoke softly but powerfully. It said, “I’m here. I’m beautiful. And I’m not going to suffocate under a 20-layer can-can skirt to prove it.”

Her look was a breath of fresh, rose-scented air—a perfect blend of tradition, minimalism and that signature Hina glam. She didn’t just wear a Saree; she wore confidence, poise and a dash of sass.

So brides-to-be, take notes from this dulhaniya: Less drama, more dhamaka. Because in the end, confidence is your best accessory—and Hina wore it like a crown.

Want to recreate Hina Khan’s effortlessly glam bridal vibe? Indian Wedding Saree has you covered! From pastel Saree that twirl like a dream to statement jewellery that speaks elegance, explore styles that let you channel your inner diva—minus the drama.

An intriguing reality series hosted by Karan Johar, The Traitors brings together 20 celebrity contestants, including Uorfi Javed, Raj Kundra, Raftaar, Jasmin Bhasin and Karan Kundrra, in a high-stakes game of trust and deception. Set against the backdrop of the majestic Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan, participants are divided into ‘Faithfuls’ and ‘Traitors’, with the latter aiming to eliminate the former without revealing their identities. Each episode features missions to build a prize pot, while nightly eliminations add to the suspense. The series is an adaptation of the Dutch show De Verraders. The other entrants include Purav Jha, Harsh Gujral, Ashish G Vidyarthi, Apoorva aka Rebel Kid, Lakshmi Manchu, Elnaaz Norouzi, Nikita Luther, Anshula Kapoor, Janvi Gaur, Maheep Kapoor, Jannat Zubair, Mukesh Chhabra, Sudhanshu Pandey, Sahil Salathia and Sufi Motiwala.

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Echo Valley (June 12)

End this soul contract now. Walk away from this cycle now. Apologise for any past mistakes or misforgivings now and just move on, Scorpio. You’ve been dancing around in circles on this one for lifetimes, and while yes, you feel deeply, you feel that it is your responsibility to fix everything and everyone around you – your angels remind you that it is not. Sometimes the only link someone has in our lives is the one where they are meant to initiate us into something, much like a mother is meant to give birth, a pet is meant to love, a plant is meant to witness and teach stillness. If you simply imagine your life as a bubble and view the entire storyline like a video that plays in it, you may also realise the power you hold in hitting the pause button, rewind button, refine button and most importantly – the play button, Pisces. What are the colours you are going to choose from your colour palette, Taurus? You have a lovely canvas for the week and some time ahead that awaits to be painted. You could make a basic stick figure drawing or channel your inner Monet – whatever you wish to. You are here to question everything, Cancer. Yes. Because you feel deeply, you are here to set a new path rolling. Because you see what most others cannot, most often, you are here to lay seeds of a gentler future where there is less struggle and more love. You are here to truly embody – live and let live, peacefully. And for that, my dear, you are here to ruffle some feathers.

Read on for what the stars have in store for you and make sure you check out your sun, moon and rising signs for the complete picture.

Aries, are you gazing at the mirror, or are you absorbed in what it shows you, thinking that it is you? You may have gotten onto a path thinking that it is what you have chosen; however, pause and ask yourself, is it that you have chosen this, or is it that you saw it work for someone else and were made to believe that it was the solution for you, too? You don’t have to solve the mystery of life alone, Aries. You’ve got your tribe, you’ve got your angels and guides, you’ve got the cosmos on your side. Now, all you need to do is go out there, connect with like-minded folks, take up a hobby, set up a coffee date with your best friend and feel yourself coming back home once again.

Heather Cheng’s very first interaction with Keyur Gudka, was an email that landed in her inbox, warmly welcoming her to the team and extending any help she might need settling into the job at the London-based tech consulting firm they both worked at. Several emails, virtual meetings and Teams messages later, Gudka mustered up the courage to ask her out for drinks over a text message, during a night out with colleagues. Recalling the humour in that moment, Cheng says that she mistook his text and read it out to the whole group. “Thankfully, no one else accepted the offer. We realised soon enough, that we shared more than just a friendship,” she shares.

What followed was a whirlwind engagement, with a proposal in Nepal that included a sundowner boat ride on a lake, followed by dinner with traditional Nepalese dancers and music. Gudka had meticulously planned the entire evening, culminating in the moment where he dropped down on one knee under a canopy of flowers and flickering candles, to pop the question to Cheng .

As the couple immersed themselves in wedding planning and scouting for locations for their nuptials—Sri Lanka, with its windswept beaches and rustic charm, seemed like an apt choice, given that it served as a halfway meeting point for their families and friends flying in from Malaysia, London and India. They picked Anantara Kalutara Resort and Avani Kalutara Resort, offering picturesque riverfront and ocean views for their three-day celebrations.

“We shaped the flow of our wedding with Chinese traditions on the first day, Indian on the second, and a blend of both on the final day,” shares Cheng, adding that what made the entire affair special was how neither side of the families had experienced each other’s cultures, yet everyone was so open and curious to participate. “Each guest wanted to be as involved as possible.”

Their wedding mood board was a reflection of themselves and their shared interests—intimate, warm and full of intentional gestures, such as a hand painted tree frame, where guests could leave written notes as blessings for the newlyweds, brass accents and rattan baskets overflowing with fragrant jasmine, among other thoughtfully designed details to welcome their guests—from marigold garlands strung on room numbers, to handcrafted Sri Lankan masks made by a 7th generation artisan from Ariyapala & Sons near Colombo. Each hand-painted mask took about four days to carve from a single piece of wood. Guest rooms were stocked with local snacks, along with handcrafted teacups engraved with the couple’s wedding date and gold lettering of their initials. Cheng also illustrated their wedding invitations, along with designing and sketching event cards for each function, to personalise their celebrations.

With unpredictable showers, humidity and puddles, rainfall can definitely dampen your sartorial spirit. While the season warrants functional fashion, Kajol aced monsoon style with a more stealthy-chic look in tow. The actor was spotted wearing Label Anushree sari that is both practical and timeless.

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For a recent outing, she wore a peach sari in weightless organza. It was woven with nothing but delicate gold buttis and laden with a rich marodi work border—a far cry from the elaborate embellishments and rich embroideries that typically dominate her traditional wardrobe.

A traditional Indian embroidery technique, marodi work traces as far back as the Vedic age and is associated with royalty. The craft is characterised by its raised designs that is done using metallic threads, often gold or silver. The word marodi, also known as marori in Gujarati and Hindi, means ‘twisted’, referring to the way the thread is twisted to create a textured, three-dimensional effect.

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“Kajol’s peach sari is made-to-order and took about 20-25 days to get ready. Her sari is paired with a striped peach and gold open neck top,” shares designer Anushree Brahmbhatt Parekh behind Label Anushree. The actor accessorised her look with ornate stud earrings by Minerali, encrusted with gemstones. She kept to her usual makeup formula: a dewy base, soft smoky eyes, caramel gloss and highlighter. A small red bindi was the perfect finishing touch.

If the wet season had a dress code, Kajol’s fuss-free sari would be it. Featherlight, fast-drying and featuring a little sheen, the organza fabric is perfect to stay comfortable and look put together. The peach shade makes her drape apt for a daytime event, while the rich embroidery adds a festive touch, making it easy to transition to a pared-down soirée.

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When a mysterious artist moves in with the Joshi family as a paying guest, he grabs the attention of both brother and sister, Tanay and Anuja, leading Tanay to conservatively explore his identity. Although this tenant is seemingly perfect—he’s ready with the rent, always offers to help and listens to Mrs. Joshi’s thoughts on Indian culture without reluctance—it all comes crumbling down when he runs away with Anuja and overturns their lives. This novel by Kundalkar is a candid reflection of queer life in India.

Marriage of a Thousand Lies by SJ Sindu

To satisfy their Sri Lankan American families, Lucky and Krishna, who are both queer, enter a marriage of convenience while they engage in their preferred homosexual relations on the side. Yet, these circumstances are challenged when Lucky goes back to her childhood home and finds herself falling in love with her former best friend, Nisha, who is on the verge of entering an arranged marriage herself. Suddenly, Lucky is pushed to face several difficult decisions: saving Nisha from getting married and confronting her own lies, which she has been keeping up for a decade.

Special mentions—but not queer romance books

A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi

Pelvic floor health isn’t just about doing Kegel exercises. It’s also about small habits that, when repeated daily over time, can have a shocking impact on our overall health and well-being.

“Pelvic floor health is crucial for maintaining several essential functions and your overall quality of life,” explains New York City-based gynaecologist Molly McBride, MD. “The pelvic floor muscles support the bladder, rectum and genital organs, which are integral to urinary incontinence, sexual function, and pelvic organ support.”

Still, many of us don’t think about the health of our pelvic floor—unless, of course, we’re experiencing some sort of discomfort “down there.” Which is a shame. According to experts, taking care of our pelvic floor now can lead to fewer issues in the long term.

The importance of pelvic floor health

I discovered all this for myself when I visited a pelvic floor health physiotherapist after giving birth. “I bet when you get up in the morning, the first thing you do is go to the bathroom to pee,” he said. “And, just before you leave the house, you pee again. Then, the first thing you do when you get to the office is go to the bathroom to pee again, right?”

He was correct. I certainly did all of those things. “Is that wrong?” I asked, perplexed.

Turns out it’s not exactly wrong. However, our daily habits can make a huge impact when it comes to the health of our pelvic floor, and the way in which we urinate plays a major part.

“More than holding it in, the key thing is to know when you really need to urinate,” explains Ana García, a physiotherapist specialising in the pelvic floor at the Anti-ageing Medical Institute in Madrid. “Urinating out of habit or out of fear of not finding a bathroom can alter the bladder’s natural mechanism, making it more sensitive and reducing its storage capacity. Learning to control and space urination helps to maintain a good balance between bladder filling and emptying.”

Looks like some of the bathroom habits we learned as kids might actually not have been so great. Luckily, it’s just a matter of being a little more aware. Below, experts share how to build better pelvic floor health now.

How often is it normal to urinate?

A healthy bladder should comfortably fill and empty every three hours during the day. It should also be able to sustain periods of six to eight hours during the night.

Betting on a straight cut raincoat, with a polo neck and nude tone, is the ideal choice if you are looking for a sophisticated, minimalist and easy to combine garment. Its neutrality makes it the perfect complement to closet basics, especially in summer, where straight jeans and flat-soled loafers stand out. A simple, effective and stylish formula, perfect for those who admire versatility in their closet.

5. Translucent raincoat with a zipper and a short dress

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With this pairing, the raincoats act as a blazer. Its function, instead of enhancing formality, is to protect from the rain. Fashion experts show that they are an integral part of the look, and not just a transitory garment, to be removed when entering the building. With an almost translucent hue, front zipper and elastic finish at the hem, this preppy raincoat dresses and protects at the same time. Paired with slingback heels, it confirms that effortless functional elegance will continue to rule the streets.

6. Black raincoat with baggy jeans

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Finally, dark raincoats, with a straight silhouette and falling below the knees, evoking the Matrix style, are best paired with tone-on-tone garments. They are the perfect complement to must-have ensembles, such as cross-fit jeans and a sleeveless ribbed tee. An infallible look that stays impeccable, even when paired with an umbrella.

This story first appeared in Vogue Mexico.

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Cosmic tip: Serendipity follows you when you stay aligned with your heart.

You took a leap of faith, you started off on that hunch, you followed the crumbs the cosmos threw your way, Leo. Now, are you feeling lost and confused? Are you struggling to find a firm footing – almost as though the ground beneath your feet is not solid, instead it feels like a squishy bubble that shapeshifts its own will? Pause. Use this to your advantage. Close your eyes, take deep breaths, and when you feel somewhat neutral, command it to structure itself in a way that helps you find your way onto the other side of the vortex. Then, when you see your reality begin taking shape in alignment with your common, make a dash for it.

Cosmic tip: What is your insight telling you?

What formed your mental agony, what tore you down, is what is now turning into something that has taught you how to build, foster and care for in life, what truly matters in the end. Virgo, your work, finances, and relationships may all feel like they are on fire, in a good way, and the Universe applauds you for all the work you have put in. Keep shining bright like the sun. Draw your energy from within the pools and reserves in your own mind and heart. Consciously connect with the source through meditation, nature, journaling or a quiet coffee break that lets you come back to your own energy. This is your dream fulfilled, time in life, what will you ask the cosmos for?

Cosmic tip: What matters is not what you have, but how you feel about what you have.

When God gives, you shine, Libra. You’ve been feeling blessed and perhaps even almost as if you’ve been dodging bullets one pellet at a time in gracious and the most unexpected ways in the nick of time. And this, my dear friend, is what karmic retribution feels like. You sow good seeds along the way, and they always find a way back to you in unforeseen, miraculous ways. This is the closing of a chapter full of struggle and strife. The more you accept life and flow with it like water, the easier your ride gets.

A strong lip doesn’t need fanfare. It frames the face, draws the eye and holds its ground even when everything else is soft lashes and second-skin. This week’s best beauty looks made a case for the power lip in all its forms: not just vivid reds, but moody browns, deep wines and rich berries. Karisma Kapoor’s dark lip brought edge to a smoky eye. Disha Patani kept things classic with a crisp crimson. Chitrangda used red as punctuation, sharp against bronzed skin.

And while bold lips held court, Wamiqa Gabbi reminded us that great hair can do the same. Her butterfly-studded braid was playful without tipping into twee, a beauty moment that matched whimsy with polish.

She wore fresh, dewy skin with soft pinks brushed across cheeks, lids and lips, creating a look that felt modern yet rooted. A bright pink bindi added a crisp counterpoint. But the real head-turner was the hair: a sleek, high braid crafted by hairstylist Forum Gotecha, finished with pastel butterflies placed just so. Fun, but finessed.

Karisma Kapoor served up a beauty look that was sleek, sculpted and fully in control. Her lips wore a cool-toned matte. The eyes, rimmed in charcoal and gently diffused, balanced intensity with softness, while long lashes and structured brows kept the gaze lifted and defined. The skin stayed matte and unfussy, letting the pigment do the talking.

For the promotion of Housefull 5, Chitrangda leaned into high-impact glamour with a soft matte base and a warm, sunlit finish, balanced by terracotta-toned blush that added colour without overpowering. The lips were the anchor painted in a vivid red with sharp edges and a rich, velvety depth. Her eyes were defined with a crisp wing and neutral tones across the lids, elevated by long, fluttering lashes and brushed-up brows. Diamond drop earrings added drama, but the beauty look did the heavy lifting.

Disha Patani led with a classic red lip, rich and unmistakably the centre of the look. The colour sat confidently on a softly radiant base, where the skin glowed with the lightest touch of warmth on the cheeks. A soft rose-beige eyeshadow brightened the lids without drawing attention to itself, paired with lengthened lashes that defined without crowding the eyes.