As the number of “imported” actresses is increasing in the mainstream cinema, it looks like the Hindi film industry just can’t get enough of overseas talent. And, the next one to join the league is London-based model-turned-actor Wardah Khan, who is ready to make her debut with the upcoming film Marksheet.

Bollywood has a major influence on music, art and fashion in India. No wonder every time a new movie releases in the theatres, young fans look up to the on-screen idols for new trends and styles. And more recently, youngsters are totally bowled over by the trendy clothes inspired by the latest release Cocktail.

The fourth edition of designer Tarun Tahiliani’s couture exposition started in the capital at DLF Emporio with a techno touch. The couturier’s annual display of his grandeur bridal collection is a much-awaited event that has a unique theme every year.

Whoever said beauty is only skin deep, must have forgotten to mention that this statement holds true only in certain given conditions. Today’s “beauty conscious” youth doesn’t completely agree that beauty also comes from “within” and thus prefers to look attractive on the “outside”.

After years of struggle and unfailing effort when Haryana boy Vikas Khoker’s dream of winning the MTV Roadies title came true, it took him some time to soak in this newfound success. However, the Roadies winner is now eager to get more accolades and is gearing up for more meaty projects on television Vikas, who started his career as a call-centre employee, is ready to leave his job in the capital and shift to the city of dreams — Mumbai.

One of the most celebrated Indian designers Tarun Tahiliani (TT), who is renowned for his penchant for Indian crafts and fabrics, is ready to unveil his next bridal line at the fourth couture exposition at DLF Emporio. The designer reveals more about his upcoming collections and his latest obsession with kanjeevarams.

Indian art enjoyed its best time some years ago. But then came the global meltdown that affected not just the pockets and spirits of spenders, but also their appreciation for all the finer things in life, including the Husains and Razas. With the gloom persisting for more than three years now, there have been a few attempts to help art appreciation at least.

Now before you start renovating your rooms and flipping through endless shade cards to find out the exact match, here’s an easy way to get an exact idea of the finished room. Click on the virtual home designer application and get an exact idea of how various permutations and combinations of your walls, floor, ceilings and trims would look like, and try all this without breaking a sweat.

At a time when everything is going virtual; won’t it be wonderful if fashion lovers can take a virtual round of their favourite designer ensembles through an online exhibition? For the first time in India, a website called designemporia.in is showcasing the works of Pankaj & Nidhi, Rahul Mishra and Gaurav Jai Gupta in an online exhibition till June end.

From school uniform to cool trendy outfits in college, the journey from one educational level to another is quite remarkable for any student.