Tanvi Akhauri

Delhi

Contributing Writer at The List

Writer at Freelance

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Articles

US Elections: Mira Nair's Son, Zohran Mamdani, Wins A Seat In New York Assembly

1 week ago | shethepeople.tv | Tanvi Akhauri

Filmmaker Mira Nair's son Zohran Kwame Mamdani won a seat in the New York state assembly in the 2020 US elections. 29-year-old Mamdani has made history as one of the first South-Asians to clinch a seat on this assembly. Alongside Mamdani, Indian-American lawyer Jenifer Rajkumar also became the first South Asian woman elected to the New York state office. Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, had run unopposed to represent the 36th Assembly District in Astoria from Queens.
Anthony Bourdain's Favorite Food Destinations Across The Globe - Islands

1 week ago | islands.com | Tanvi Akhauri

For Anthony Bourdain, food was a gateway into the culture, traditions, and people of a place. To quote one of his most famous lines: "Food is everything we are. It's an extension of nationalist feeling, ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region, your tribe, your grandma." And in that spirit, the celebrated chef traveled the globe, immersing himself in local markets, humble kitchens, and streetside stalls.
9 Rumors We Couldn't Ignore About Nicole Kidman

2 weeks ago | thelist.com | Tanvi Akhauri

Nicole Kidman's life and career have long fascinated the public and media alike. But her very public existence has meant that every move she makes has been an invitation for public scrutiny and discussion. From her early days in Hollywood to her current status as an award-winning star, tabloids and fans have chronicled Kidman's milestones keenly and, in doing so, often blurred the lines between fact and fiction.
The Most Delicious Los Angeles Restaurants You Didn't Know Are Owned By Celebrities, According To Reviews - Islands

1 month ago | islands.com | Tanvi Akhauri

It hardly comes as a surprise that celebrities are deeply entrenched in Los Angeles culture, as glitz and glamour are practically part of the city's DNA. The line between Hollywood and hospitality is deliciously blurred, with many beloved A-listers and famous personalities turning their attention to LA's eclectic food scene and adding their own unique touches to it.
The Dirtiest Surfaces On An Airplane, Ranked

1 month ago | islands.com | Tanvi Akhauri

When we think of in-flight hygiene, sanitizing our hands before digging into a mid-flight snack or wiping down the tray typically pops to mind. The mind rarely wanders to darker corners, like the seat pockets or the air vents above. That might be for the best, as these are the real spaces in an aircraft where germs thrive.
Celebrity Teeth That Had Heads Turning

2 months ago | thelist.com | Tanvi Akhauri

Straight, white, symmetrical: that is more or less the ultimate Hollywood sketch of what a "perfect" smile is, or should be. These requisites have long accompanied the job description of being a camera-facing persona — so much so that veneers, teeth whitening, and other cosmetic dentistry practices are booming in the entertainment industry, with a sea of celebrities turning to them in a bid for flawless pearly whites.
These Popular Destinations Have Some Strange Selfie Bans

2 months ago | islands.com | Tanvi Akhauri

Selfies are as essential a part of travel today as passports and itineraries. Okay, not literally, but you get the point. From the Arctic wilderness of Norway to the white sand beaches of the Caribbean, it seems near impossible to visit a tourist destination without clicking a couple (or more) proofs of having checked it off your bucket list. Unfortunately, many popular travel hotspots worldwide have tight curbs in place to control the selfie-snapping craze that refuses to die down.
Once-Popular Child Stars Who Completely Vanished

2 months ago | thelist.com | Tanvi Akhauri

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For every child star who transitions seamlessly into an adult actor picking up accolades at awards nights today, there are just as many who impressed the world with their talents but stepped back from the spotlight in due time. Some left by choice, feeling the pressures of fame too early, while others struggled to find roles that matched their early success.
Celebs Who Tried The Micro Bangs Trend And Completely Missed The Mark - The List

Mar 25, 2025 | thelist.com | Tanvi Akhauri

There are some hairstyles that carry an intrinsic guarantee of glam — think sleek bobs, effortless waves, or bold curls. And then there are others — like micro bangs — that tread a fine line between high fashion and style slip-up. The risk factor is high with this hairstyle, that often seems neither here nor there, resting awkwardly in the middle of what looks like a classic full fringe and overgrown baby hair.
31 Stars Who Look Different After Taking Ozempic And Other Weight-Loss Drugs

Mar 12, 2025 | thelist.com | Tanvi Akhauri

The following article mentions eating disorders. In an industry like showbiz, where looks are a key part of the job profile for better or worse, dramatic physical transformations hardly come as a shock. But with the entry of drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro into the picture — and the pull they seem to have in some celebrity circles — the landscape of weight alterations has changed drastically.