Adventures of the Select Seven

The Fate of Ranbir Kapoor

A star with disarming manners, a football nut who hopes Argentina lifts the World Cup, a young man who is terrified of commitment, Ranbir Kapoor is on a sudden dramatic flight to the very top. And it is written on his face that he is the next Number One.

Weaving a Fine Yarn

Bengal’s once-famous muslin, which perished under British rule in the late 18th century, is poised for a glorious comeback.

For the Love of Brothers

On AIR since WW II, this radio programme for Indian soldiers was transformed by a woman anchor.

Au Revoir?

India is finally getting to Pondicherry. Its quaint French character is being overrun by an urban Indian ethos.

10 Years of Lagaan

The 2001 film has attained classic status for good reason, though breakaway cinema it isn’t. At least not in terms of overthrowing the Grand Hindi Film Formula.

Tied to His Strings

As he turns 75, sitar player Pandit Debu Chaudhuri traces the evolution of his music.

Everyday Lines

Artist Alan Chadwick questions our preconceived notions of beauty in his latest work.

A Pacifist Ocean of Creation

The Reluctant Hero

Something in him has changed. In place of the jovial boy is a dark brooding man. But Hrithik Roshan continues to see life as a beautiful journey.