Name: Presenting The Nod's first-ever cover star, Alia Bhatt
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Description: The light was perfect, Alia Bhatt doubled as muse and in-house DJ, and Mumbai brought its signature smoggy drama to the mix.

The light was perfect, Alia Bhatt doubled as muse and in-house DJ, and Mumbai brought its signature smoggy drama to the mix.

Presenting The Nod's first-ever cover star, Alia Bhatt

The light was perfect, Alia Bhatt doubled as muse and in-house DJ, and Mumbai brought its signature smoggy drama to the mix.


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Beyond the Book: Ahilya Bamroo in conversation with Shelby Van Pelt

To wrap up The Nod Book Club's August read, 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' (aka “that octopus book”), we got author Shelby Van Pelt and content creator Ahilya Bamroo to chat with us about what makes this story feel like a warm hug (literally), why Lewis Pullman is the best ever, and if an octopus can actually operate a copy machine 🐙~Join our Instagram channel to read along with us: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaiNjee79flVG5f/More about The Nod Book Club here: https://thenodmag.com/book-club

Book Club

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Vedang Raina plays Shuffled 

3 things we learnt about Vedang Raina while playing Shuffled:1. He likes pineapple on pizza2. He uses the word ‘banger’ obsessively3. He considers himself average-looking 🤭Read the full interview here: https://thenodmag.com/content/vedang-raina-jigra-interviewEditorial Direction: Megha Mahindru, Ridhima SapreVisual and Creative Director: Jay ModiVideo: By The GramMultimedia Designer: Mehak JindalSocial Media Editor: Diya ParakhStyle: Naheed DriverHairstylist: Alistan FernandesMake-Up Artist: Vivek SinghProduction: Imran Khatri ProductionsStyling Assistant: Sabrina WhiteArtiste Agency: Matrix IndiaArtist Reputation Management: Communiquè Films PR

Shuffled

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Aditya Roy Kapur plays Shuffled

When we asked Aditya Roy Kapur to play Shuffled with us, we were totally prepared for his charm—of course—but one thing we weren’t prepared for was just how much cardio would be involved 🥵🚶🏻Read the full interview here: https://thenodmag.com/content/aditya-roy-kapur-bollywood-actor-august-2025-cover-starEditorial Direction: Megha Mahindru, Ridhima SapreFilm: Amaan KhuranaStylist: Tania FadteBookings Editor: Nikita MosesMultimedia Designer: Mehak JindalVisuals Editor: Ria RawatSocial Media Editor: Diya ParakhProduction: Imran Khatri, Radhika ChemburkarHair: Raghuvir Gaonkar, Aalim HakimGrooming: StephenAssistant: Ankur Singh Nitwal (Style), Shamika SamantArtist PR : Think TalkiesT-shirt: CountrymadeJeans: Rkive City

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Gaurav Gupta plays Shuffled

When we asked Gaurav Gupta to play Shuffled with us before his milestone Mumbai show, we knew we’d have fun...but not this much fun. Exuding utmost GG-ness during the game and our interview with him, one thing is certain—he refuses to be boxed in. His now-signature half-shaved head is just a physical marker of his refusal to conform to either side. There isn’t a particular era, artist, ism, art form or region you’ll find on his list of muses. Instead, there’s a fluid interlinking of all of these. And now, he's coming for the Great Indian Wedding with his bridal couture show at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.Read the full interview here: <a href="https://thenodmag.com/content/gaurav-gupta-fashion-designer-interview-bridalwear-launch">https://thenodmag.com/content/gaurav-gupta-fashion-designer-interview-bridalwear-launch</a>&nbsp;Editorial Direction: Megha Mahindru, Ridhima Sapre, Butool JamalFilm &amp; Production: Paraffin FilmsVisuals Editor: Ria RawatMultimedia Designer: Mehak JindalSocial Media Editor: Diya Parakh

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Zarna Garg plays Bare Minimum or Princess Treatment 

What happens when you put ‪Zarna Garg‬ on the ‘Bare Minimum or Princess Treatment’ trend? A total riot, of course 💅🏻We caught up with the queen of comedy to get her take on what real effort actually means—and trust us, you might want to raise your standards, lol.Read Zarna’s full interview here: <a href="https://thenodmag.com/content/zarna-garg-practical-people-win-comedian-interview">https://thenodmag.com/content/zarna-garg-practical-people-win-comedian-interview</a>&nbsp;Editorial Direction: Megha Mahindru and Ridhima SapreFilm &amp; Production: Savio GerhartStylist: Naheed DriverBookings Editor: Nikeetaa MosesVisuals Editor: Ria RawatMultimedia Designer:  Mehak JindalSocial Media Editor: Diya ParakhFashion Assistant: Shamika SamantDress: Lovebirds Studio

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Beyond the Book: Rohan Joshi in conversation with Silvia Park

To discuss The Nod Book Club’s first pick, 'Luminous', we did the only logical thing: teamed up sci-fi sensation Silvia Park with self-confessed tech geek and comedian, Rohan Joshi. Together, they dive into why Sam Altman probably won’t be your bff, what it actually means to be human, and whether we should just let the robots take over already.Join our IG broadcast channel here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaiNjee79flVG5f/More about The Nod Book Club: https://thenodmag.com/book-club

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Rashmika Mandanna plays Shuffled with The Nod

We got Rashmika Mandanna to play Shuffled with us, and found out about her (healthy) obsession with desserts, how well she can (sometimes) bake, her (many) superstitions, and more.&nbsp;Read the full interview here: <a href="https://thenodmag.com/content/rashmika-mandanna-actor-july-2025-cover-interview">https://thenodmag.com/content/rashmika-mandanna-actor-july-2025-cover-interview</a>&nbsp;Editorial Direction: Megha Mahindru, Ridhima SapreDirector: Gorkey PatwalFashion and Creative Direction: Priyanka KapadiaVisual and Creative Direction: Jay ModiArt Direction: Harry IyerBookings Editor: Nikita MosesStyle lead: Naheed DriverMultimedia Designer: Mehak JindalSocial Media Editor: Diya ParakhMakeup: Tanvi ChemburkarHair: Sourav RoyDOP: SainilStyling Assistant: Kashish Jain (Style), Shreeya Salvi (Makeup), Ameet Mistry (Hair)Production: Imran Khatri Production, Radhika ChemburkarArtist Management: Parth ManglaArtist Reputation Management: Spice

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Alaviaa Jaaferi plays Cook a Look with The Nod

We hung out with Alaviaa and had her style some killer fits based on a few fun chits. From what she’d wear to a 'Boogie Woogie' audition (the real ones know) to her BFF’s pheras, it's safe to say she understood the assignment—and we had a blast watching it all come together.&nbsp;Editorial Direction: Megha Mahindru, Ridhima SapreFilm &amp; Production: By The GramStylist: Naheed DriverBookings Editor: Nikita MosesMultimedia Designer: Mehak JindalSocial Media Editor: Diya ParakhHair and Makeup: Laila Dalal&nbsp;Read the full interview here: https://thenodmag.com/content/alaviaa-jaaferi-style-interview

Cook a Look

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Kareena Kapoor Khan plays Shuffled with The Nod

Playing ‘Shuffled’ with Bebo was everything we thought it’d be and more. Between her killer face card and those classic eye rolls and expressions, we couldn’t have asked for a more fun and masti afternoon on set. She was totally up for everything, kept us laughing the entire time, and brought every ounce of her Bebo-ness, both on-camera and off.&nbsp;Read the full interview here: <a href="https://thenodmag.com/content/kareena-kapoor-khan-june-2025-cover-interview">https://thenodmag.com/content/kareena-kapoor-khan-june-2025-cover-interview</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Editorial Direction: Megha Mahindru, Ridhima SapreVideography: By The GramFashion and Creative Direction: Priyanka KapadiaVisual and Creative Direction: Jay ModiArt and Creative Direction: Harry IyerSocial Media Editor: Diya ParakhMultimedia Designer: Mehak JindalBookings Editor: Nikita MosesStyle lead: Naheed DriverMakeup: Mitesh RajaniHair: Mickey ContractorSet Design: Bindiya ChhabriaStyling Assistant: Kashish Jain (Style), Shamu Kandara (Makeup), Rishita Hindocha (Hair)Production: Imran Khatri Production, Radhika ChemburkarManagement: Versis Entertainment, Naina SawhneyPR: Think Talkies

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Who's Most Likely To with Shantnu and Nikhil Mehra

We got Shantnu and Nikhil Mehra in a room for a chaotic game of 'Who’s Most Likely To'—and yep, it was just as fun as we hoped. The two (very different) brothers answered all the things we were dying to ask, and honestly, their answers had us cracking up.&nbsp;Videography: By The GramSocial media editor: Diya ParakhMultimedia Designer: Mehak Jindal

Who's Most Likely To

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Another Round with Gaijin Mumbai ft. Nischal Suman

Introducing our new series, ‘Another Round', where we hit up India's hottest bars and let the best bartenders mix us their fav tipples 🍸&nbsp;First up is Gaijin Mumbai, a Japanese spot that’ll transport you straight to the streets of Golden Gai, and the place where Nischal Suman is whipping up some killer cocktails.&nbsp;Mai Cha Negroni:Tanqueray London dry 25mlHouse tea blend Campari 20mlExtra dry vermouth 15ml&nbsp;Videography: Kris Arshad

Another Round

Isha Ambani gets ready for the 2025 Met Gala with Anamika Khanna and Anaita Shroff Adajania

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Isha Ambani’s Met Gala 2025 look: Anaita Shroff Adajania takes us behind the scenes

On the first Monday in May, Anaita Shroff Adajania pulls back the curtain on the making of Isha Ambani’s Met Gala 2025 look — revealing the creative challenges, breakthroughs, and the deeply collaborative process with designer Anamika Khanna. From hidden Easter egg motifs to custom craftsmanship, she unpacks the symbolism, silhouette, and serendipity behind one of the night’s most unforgettable ensembles.&nbsp;Videography: Philipp CherichenkoProduction: Alexey GaletskiyStyling &amp; Creative Direction: Anaita Shroff AdajaniaDesigner: Anamika KhannaStyling team: Anita Adajania, Esha Gupta, Alessandra FrancescuttiHair: Yianni TsapaptoriMake up: Tanvi ChemburkarManicure: Julie KandalecRings: TiffanyHair jewels: Moi

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The light was perfect, Alia Bhatt doubled as muse and in-house DJ, and Mumbai brought its signature smoggy drama to the mix.&nbsp;Some BTS from our shoot with our cover star.&nbsp;Photographs by Rid Burman. Styling by Priyanka KapadiaMake-up by Puneet B Saini. Hair by Flavien Heldt. Production by Imran Khatri Production. Visuals and bookings by Jay Modi. Art direction by Snigdha Kulkarni. Beauty partner Tira Beauty.

Presenting The Nod's first-ever cover star, Alia Bhatt

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