Ananya Shankar

Ananya Shankar

Features Writer & Sub-Editor

Ananya is a Mumbai-based film and lifestyle journalist who has previously written for publications like HELLO! India and Bombay Times.

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HYBE Entertainment, in collaboration with BookMyShow brings a glimpse into Jung Kook's life to Mumbai's Mehboob Studio.
Insight

Jung Kook’s ‘GOLDEN: The Moments’ Exhibition Makes India Debut at Mehboob Studio in Mumbai

Brought to India by BookMyShow Live and HYBE, the immersive showcase opens December 12 and invites fans into Jung Kook’s creative universe through rare visuals, iconic outfits, music rooms and exclusive merchandise.

BY Ananya Shankar
Anya Singh wears an ensemble by Only and shoes from Oceedee.
Fashion

Anya Singh: 'My Sense of Style is Minimalistic, Chic... Clean'

In elevated basics and snuggly silhouettes, the 'Ba***ds of Bollywood' star shows how to stay comfortable without dialling down the chic.

BY Ananya Shankar
Sarika Dresswalla at her Mumbai store.
Fashion

100 Years of Maganlal Dresswalla: From 'Mughal-E-Azam' To 'Mission: Impossible' and More

Sarika Dresswalla carries forward almost a century of tradition at Maganlal Dresswalla, outfitting everything from period epics like 'Mughal-E-Azam' to Hollywood blockbusters like 'Mission: Impossible'.

BY Ananya Shankar
Kirti Kulhari, Mary Ann Alexander, Giorgia Andriani and Sagar Bhatia.
Fashion

On-Set Wardobes: What Kirti Kulhari, Mary Ann Alexander, Sagar Bhatia and Giorgia Andriani Wear to Work

Whether it’s mismatched socks or Cartier watches, here’s what creatives across cinema and music are wearing — and what it says about them.

BY Ananya Shankar
Mandira Bedi.
Interviews

What Is Mandira Bedi Reading This Month?

Mandira Bedi’s reading list reveals the lenses through which she approaches healing, becoming and possibility.

BY Ananya Shankar
Shaan and His Sons Maahi and Soham
Interviews

Shaan and His Sons Maahi and Soham: The Succession of Sound

From ghazals to K-pop collabs, Shaan discovers his sons aren’t following the same tune — they’re finding their own rhythm.

BY Ananya Shankar
Passenger at his debut concert in Mumbai.
Insight

'Let Her Go' And More: Passenger Makes a Magical Mumbai Debut

In a city accustomed to year-end concerts, Michael Rosenberg’s Mumbai debut felt unusually intimate with saturated lights, soft melodies, and a deeply nostalgic crowd.

BY Ananya Shankar
Sobhita Dhulipala, Alia Bhatt, Sonam Kapoor and Georgina Rodríguez engagement rings
Fashion

From Alia Bhatt to Sonam Kapoor and Sobhita Dhulipala: Everything To Know About Celebrity Engagement Rings

A-list proposals and celebrity engagement rings are rewriting the rules of romance — and retail.

BY Ananya Shankar
Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Lucia Silvestri
Fashion

Bvlgari's Lucia Silvestri on Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Zendaya and How She Chooses Brand Ambassadors

Bvlgari’s luminous creations — where stardom meets heritage — owe their spirit to India’s craft and creative director Lucia Silvestri’s vision.

BY Ananya Shankar
'Luck By Chance'
Insight

THR India's 25 in 25: How 'Luck by Chance' Became the Definitive Movie About the Movies

The Hollywood Reporter India picks the 25 best Indian films of the 21st century. Zoya Akhtar's directorial debut 'Luck By Chance' wasn’t simply ahead of its time — it was honest in a time that wasn’t ready for honesty.

BY Ananya Shankar
'Chak De India'
Insight

THR India's 25 in 25: Why 'Chak De! India' Still Scores High in Indian Hearts

The Hollywood Reporter India picks the 25 best Indian films of the 21st century. Making the list is Shimit Amin's 'Chak De! India' which remains a mirror to India's ideas of identity and nationhood.

BY Ananya Shankar
Zahan Kapoor styled by Pratyasha Sarkar
Fashion

Zahan Kapoor on Fashion, Family Legacy, and Finding His Personal Style

The 'Black Warrant' star steps into the celebratory spirit with ease — fluid silhouettes, tactile fabrics, and a sense of self stitched into every fold.

BY Ananya Shankar
Shefali Shah.
Columns

What Is Actor Shefali Shah Reading This Month?

How Shefali Shah’s reading list reveals the mind behind her most unforgettable characters.

BY Ananya Shankar
From L to R: Regena Cassandrra, Siddhartha Shankar, Aishwarya Sonar and Mozez Singh.
Fashion

On-Set Wardrobes: What Regena Cassandrra, Siddhartha Shankar, Mozez Singh and Aishwarya Sonar Wear To Work

From linen kurtas and thrifted Madras shirts to mismatched socks, here’s what actors, producers and creators across the film industry are wearing to work this month.

BY Ananya Shankar
A still from 'Culpa Nuestra' which is part of 'The Culpables'
Interviews

Nicole Wallace on 'The Culpables' Phenomenon: 'It's Hard For Me to Process It'

With 'Culpa Nuestra' topping charts, Nicole Wallace reflects on the trilogy's massive success and how she's learning to handle the fame.

BY Ananya Shankar
Vikram Phadnis celebrates 35 years in fashion with a show on October 14.
Fashion

Interview | Vikram Phadnis On Celebrating 35 Years and Making His Hindi Film Debut

With a legacy that spans Naomi Campbell to Marathi cinema, the fashion-turned-costume designer and now film director opens up about his upcoming fashion show and Hindi movie debut.

BY Ananya Shankar
Gurfateh Pirzada wears a blazer and trousers by NM Design Studio, with a shirt by Back Alley Bodega, Jeetinder Sandhu footwear and a necklace and ring from Shoplune.
Fashion

Gurfateh Pirzada on Neel's Style From 'Call Me Bae' And Why Jacob Elordi Inspires Him

The 'Call Me Bae' actor talks about fashion that moves him, finding joy in minimalism, and the freedom of saying no to trends.

BY Ananya Shankar
Designer J.J. Valaya
Fashion

From Deepika Padukone to Angela Bassett, Here's Why J.J. Valaya has Been Couturier to the Stars Since 1992

Between India Couture Week’s stage, and dressing Bollywood and Hollywood actors, J.J. Valaya designs legacies beyond borders.

BY Ananya Shankar
Priyanka Chopra, global brand embassador of Bvlgari.
Interviews

Priyanka Chopra on Bvlgari, Her Upcoming Pirate Movie 'The Bluff' and Why She’ll Always Be an Indian Actor at Heart

On a short trip to Mumbai, the actor talks about her powerful new role in 'The Bluff', working with the Russo Brothers again, and why representing Indian heritage through her Bvlgari ambassadorship still feels personal.

BY Ananya Shankar
Behind closed doors and under tight confidentiality, a league of celebrity astrologers like Jumaani, Dr. Sohini Sastri and Sundeep Kochar are shaping careers, advising on film titles and even predicting babies before they’re conceived.
Interviews

Bollywood Celebrity Astrologers: How Big Decisions in Cinema Are Made After a Call to the Stargazers

Before signing a script or posting online, Bollywood stars are checking charts, tweaking names and syncing dates. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, the industry's most revered celebrity astrologers tell all.

BY Ananya Shankar