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The Women Who Make Models Look Perfect!

2 weeks ago | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera |Hemant Waje

The recently concluded Lakme Fashion Week saw a host of beautiful models walk the ramp for five consecutive days without showing any sign of exhaustion. While they do deserve due credit for all the hard work they have put in, both on and off the ramp, a round of applause should also go to the makeup artistes and hairstylists for making them look gorgeous on the ramp. Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera and Hemant Waje went backstage and spent some time with these unsung stars.
Amish: 'We Don't Want To Teach About Our Culture'

1 month ago | rediff.com | Divya Nair |Rajesh Karkera

'We will teach Shakespeare and Pythagoras but we won't teach Kalidas, Thiruvallur or Bodhayana.'Text: Divya Nair/Rediff.comVideos: Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.comIMAGE: Amish Tripathi, author of the Shiva trilogy, at the launch of the docu-series Legends Of Shiva With Amish, which airs on Discovery. In the era of free downloads and rampant piracy, to be India's bestselling author is no mean feat.
'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

1 month ago | rediff.com | Divya Nair |Rajesh Karkera

'He is the God of Gods, the originator of yoga and the Vedas, the most powerful masculine figure who respects the feminine.'Text: Divya Nair/Rediff.comVideos: Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.comIMAGE: Amish Tripathi, author of the Shiva trilogy, at the launch of the docu-series Legends Of Shiva With Amish, which premiered on the Discovery channel on March 3. Successful banker. Masterful storyteller. Bestselling author. Curious explorer.
Anjali Ponnanna's Pandi Meat Curry

Jan 10, 2025 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera

Anjali Ponnanna, wife, mother, caretaker and everything for a paradise that goes by the name of Red Hill Homestay, in Virajpet, Coorg, is a wonderful cook. You know that by eating her food. And by the number of glowing food reviews she has on Google of her homestay. It is not just her food, but the love and warmth of her hospitality for each and every guest, so much so that anyone who has stayed at this place, always comes back for a second and third visit with more family and friends.
Video: First Drive Of Mahindra XEV 9e

Jan 9, 2025 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera |Hitesh Harisinghani

Test drives for these vehicles will start in a phased manner from January 24, and bookings will begin from February 14. We saw the Mahindra BE 6e, now called the BE 6, and were blown away by it. But that wasn't the only EV that was launched that day. The XEV 9e, second offering from the M&M BE(Being Electric) stables, was also launched. The XEV 9e is a more premium offering and was launched at an inaugurating price of Rs 21.9 Lakh Ex-Showroom for the base model.
Are You Ready For The Mahindra BE 6e?

Dec 3, 2024 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera |Hitesh Harisinghani

Mahindra Electric's latest offering, the BE 6e, is not just an electric vehicle, it's a revolution, asserts Rajesh Karkera. IMAGE: Actress and model Riya Sisodiya poses with the BE 6e. The Main Worry of All EV Owners -- ChargingOne of the BE 6e's standout features is its lightning-fast DC charging capability. A mere 20 minutes on a 175 kW fast charger can take the battery from 20% to 80%, eliminating anxiety over range.
Check Out Mahindra's BE 6e, XEV 9e

Nov 29, 2024 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera |Hitesh Harisinghani

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's the new electric SUVs from Mahindra!Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera and Hitesh Harisinghani describe the futuristic BE 6e and XEV 9e. Mahindra has once again raised the bar with the launch of its electric SUVs, the BE 6e and XEV 9e. Priced at ₹18.90 lakh and ₹21.90 lakh respectively for the Pack 1 variant, these futuristic vehicles are set to redefine electric mobility in India. The car will be offered in multiple variants, with Pack 3 being the top-tier model.
Are You Ready for Kia's New SUV?

Nov 7, 2024 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera

Kia India has unveiled sketches of its upcoming SUV, that it says will redefine the segment in India. This new model, part of the brand's evolved Kia 2.0 lineup, will sport a futuristic design, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled comfort, a press release said. Inspired by the EV9 and Carnival Limousine designs, the SUV will boast a unique, progressive design language, Kia said.
'He Created An Identity That Was Distinctly Indian'

Nov 4, 2024 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera

'He offered countless opportunities to newcomers, from designers and models to choreographers.''He taught by example that success should be shared and that there is immense power in staying grounded, even at the top.'Rohit Bal wearing his own creation. "For nearly a decade, I had the privilege of working alongside him and each experience reinforced the depth of his impact on the industry," Zander, model and actor, tells Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.
How Rohit Bal Made Aishwarya Sushmita Feel Like A Goddess

Nov 4, 2024 | rediff.com | Rajesh Karkera

'It's rare to find a designer of his stature who remains so humble, kind and encouraging to everyone around him.'Model-actress Aishwarya Sushmita pays tribute to legendary designer Rohit Bal who passed into the ages on November 1. Aishwarya Sushmita shares her heartfelt memories about 'Gudda' and his profound impact on her career with Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com. Aishwarya Sushmita in a Rohit Bal creation. "I remember entering the fashion industry with both excitement and uncertainty.