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National Geographic

16 hours ago

Lifestyle
National Geographic

A celebration of color

Jaipur—the capital of India's Rajasthan state—is as famous for its kaleidoscope of colors as it is for its rich and storied history with gem craftsmanship. From the indigo blues of the City Palace's Chhavi Niwas to the glowing pink of tourmalines, Jaipur is a city synonymous with color. Video by National Geographic CreativeWorks By National Geographic CreativeWorks Now known as 'The Pink City,' this vibrant dusty-pink and terracotta-hued walled town was founded in 1727. It was India's first planned city, laid out in a grid inspired by Vastu Shastra—an ancient Hindu architectural science. It was a revolutionary step in urban planning compared to other, more organic and complex city layouts across India. Just 150 years after its founding, Jaipur was painted its iconic pink shade to welcome visiting members of the British royal family—pink being the traditional color of welcome and hospitality. A year later, the Queen of Jaipur so loved the pink-hued city that a law was passed that any future buildings in the city should be painted the same shade. Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Bvlgari Global Brand Ambassador and Lucia Silvestri, Bvlgari's Jewelry Creative and Gem Buyer Director, in the Diwan-e-Khas at Jaipur's City Palace. Meaning 'Hall of Private Audience,' this beautifully decorated meeting place is used for royal festivals and celebrations. Photograph by Celeste Sloman One such building, found in the heart of Jaipur, is City Palace. This beautiful living heritage site was built blending traditional Rajput, Mughal, and European influences, combining intricately painted frescos and ceilings, marble courtyards, and ornately decorated gateways. Still partially a royal residence, visitors can explore a number of beautifully colored rooms here, some public, some private. At its heart, you'll find the Diwan-e-Khas or 'Hall of Private Audience.' Decorated in the warm pink of Jaipur, its tall ceilings and delicate marble columns once welcomed courtiers and emissaries as they met with the maharajas of the palace. Priyanka Chopra-Jonas looks out across the city of Jaipur from Chhavi Niwas—a serene blue pavilion designed to provide respite from the heat. Photograph by Celeste Sloman After navigating a maze of rooms and hallways, one climbs to the top of the palace and discovers Chhavi Niwas. This room immediately envelopes you in a rich indigo blue—a shade synonymous in Rajasthani architecture with the divine and the infinite. Richly decorated with white floral motifs, the room served more of a purpose than simply decoration. Part of the zenana, or women's quarters of the palace, the maharani (the wife of a maharaja) would gather here for private audiences, artistic pursuits, and most importantly, to keep cool. The room is carefully designed with open windows and doorways to allow cool air to flow through it and keep its occupants comfortable as they take in views of the surrounding hills and temples. From bowls of freshly cut flowers, to billowing, richly dyed fabrics, and bags of spices, the streets of Jaipur are alive with color. Photograph by Celeste Sloman Step out of the City Palace complex and into neighboring streets, and you'll see that color here is not just for maharajas and visiting royalty. Jaipur's streets and bazaars are a sensory overload of rich red spices in copper pots and strings of rich yellow marigolds adorning green-tiled city gates. Behind these pink walls, you will find one of the trades that has given Jaipur its other claim to fame. Centuries of craftsmanship and vibrant trade networks have cemented the city's reputation as one of the gemstone capitals of the world. In the 18th century, skilled jewelers and stonecutters settled in the newly founded city, bringing with them years of ancient techniques from across Rajasthan and beyond. A master gemsmith inspects bright pink tourmaline for flaws before sending the stone for cutting and polishing. Jaipur's rich heritage with jewelry has made it one of the gemstone capitals of the world. Photograph by Celeste Sloman This rich history of color and passion for exquisite gems has made Jaipur one of the main sources of exceptional stones for the Roman High Jeweler, Bvlgari. The Maison, founded in 1884 in Rome, quickly forged a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship and magnificent creations. For years, Bvlgari's creations mixed the traditions of high jewelry with classical Greco-Roman and even Byzantine motifs, cherished by its Greek-born founder, Sotirio Bulgari, a skilled and passionate silversmith. But it was in the early 1950s that the Maison eschewed the traditional French jewelry norms of monochromatic subtlety and diamond-focused creations, and started to become synonymous with color. It was a revolution in jewelry design. Thanks to its flair with innovative chromatic combinations of gemstones, masterfully selected and shaped in distinctive designs, Bvlgari became synonymous with Italian exuberance and the glamour of La Dolce Vita. Revering its cultural legacy, Bvlgari rewrote the rules of jewelry and launched bold new trends that have gone on to become icons of contemporary design. One of its most iconic—the domed cabochon cut—has become a hallmark of the brand's mission to glorify the vivid shades of gems. A selection of cut and polished gems, in a range of cuts from cabochon to teardrop, await selection under the masterful eye of Lucia Silvestri—Bvlgari's Jewelry Creative and Gem Buyer Director. Photograph by Celeste Sloman It was this passion for color and flair that first drew Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, and other world-famous icons to the Maison. Stories and anecdotes abound, but one has become legendary. In the early 1960s, when Richard Burton fell in love with Elizabeth Taylor in Rome during the filming of Cleopatra, the couple would escape to the famed Bvlgari store on Via dei Condotti. It was here where Burton purchased for her the first of an ever-growing parure (a matching set of jewelry)—a 23.46-carat Colombian emerald brooch. So began Taylor's lifelong love of emeralds and diamonds—and multiple future visits to the iconic Roman store. She later wore her beloved jewels when she accepted her Best Actress Oscar for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? in 1967, and was frequently seen wearing them for the rest of her life. She said it best when she said, 'I adore wearing gems, but not because they are mine. You can't possess radiance, you can only admire it.' 'Just like people, every stone has flaws. We need to embrace them!'— Lucia tells Priyanka on their adventure to select stones for Bvlgari's next High Jewelry collection. Photograph by Celeste Sloman Fast forward to today, as Bvlgari's Jewelry Creative and Gem Buyer Director Lucia Silvestri visits Jaipur on a trip to select a new wave of stones for Bvlgari's next collection. Lucia started her career as a young student in Bvlgari's gemstone department, supported by exceptional mentors: the Bulgari brothers themselves. Now, having visited Jaipur more than 40 times over the years to select stones for the brand, Lucia has become something of an expert on the city. She knows the best place to get a delicious cooling lassi and, most importantly, where to find the very best the world has to offer in gemstones, from high-end showrooms to smaller, family-run workshops, where gem cutters use age-old skills handed down from generation to generation. On this occasion, Lucia has brought a special guest to accompany her—Bvlgari Global Brand Ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Though she was born in India, the Hollywood and Bollywood star has visited Jaipur only a couple of times before, so she jumped at the chance to join Lucia as she visited a few of the city's famous colorful landmarks. From City Palace to Jaipur's most popular tourist destination, the Hawa Mahal, the pair explored the city for two days for inspiration, before Priyanka got the chance to lean back in wonder and watch Lucia's process as she selected stones for Bvlgari's newest High Jewelry creations. 'It goes beyond just beauty. It's the real marriage between Italian and Indian craftsmanship,' says Priyanka as she and Lucia sit at a table laden with gems. Tourmalines, sapphires, emeralds, and rubellites are all hand-selected under Lucia's expert gaze and brought together in dazzling and unexpected combinations. 'I'm starting to dream,' says Lucia with a sparkle in her eye as she explains to Priyanka that for her, all these facets of Jaipur's rich heritage, and these gifts from nature, come together to create pieces that are destined to become emblematic celebrations of the colors that inspired them.

Prime Video India's Prime Day line-up sees global viewership

Time of India

20 hours ago

Business
Time of India

Prime Video India's Prime Day line-up sees global viewership

Prime Video's Indian-language titles saw strong engagement during Prime Day 2025 , with viewers tuning in from over 224 countries and territories and more than 4,400 towns and cities across India In the weeks leading up to Prime Day, held on July 12–14, the platform released 17 Indian and international titles across multiple languages. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Project Management Finance Data Analytics Public Policy Data Science healthcare Operations Management Product Management Technology Digital Marketing Leadership MBA Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity others Others Degree MCA Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details The line-up featured Indian Originals such as Panchayat Season 4 , The Traitors, and Uppu Kappurambu, along with international titles like Heads of State starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Idris Elba, and John Cena. Additional content included series and films from the US, Japan, and Korea. Panchayat Season 4, in particular, recorded the highest opening in the series' history and was watched in over 180 countries and 95% of India's pin codes during its launch week. The show also appeared in the Top 10 list on Prime Video in 42 countries on the day of release. The Traitors was streamed in 88% of India's pin codes and has been renewed for a second season. A fifth season of Panchayat is also in development and is expected to launch in 2026. 'Our Prime Day line-up delivered a strong viewing experience for customers,' said Shilangi Mukherji, Director & Head of SVOD Business at Prime Video India . 'While our content was well-received across India, it's encouraging to see Indian stories reaching audiences around the world. At the same time, we're focused on bringing global content to Indian viewers in ways that are accessible and relevant.' Prime Video's international titles also drew interest from Indian audiences. With dubbed and subtitled versions in Indian languages, titles such as Heads of State, Good Boy (Korean), Head Over Heels (Korean), City and the Animation (Japanese), Ballard, Dexter: Resurrections, and Deep Cover were streamed in over 95% of India's pin codes. The platform continues to invest in a mix of local and international programming, aiming to offer a wide variety of content that appeals to diverse audiences across geographies.

Priyanka Chopra's chic beach closet: Sizzling Rs 20,000 bikini and dress worth Rs 1, 59,000

Pink Villa

a day ago

Entertainment
Pink Villa

Priyanka Chopra's chic beach closet: Sizzling Rs 20,000 bikini and dress worth Rs 1, 59,000

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is living her life Queen-size. From achieving global success to travelling across the globe, she is doing it all. But what always stands out is her style. Recently, she was at a beach destination with her hubby Nick Jonas and daughter Malti, celebrating her birthday. And we bet all your eyes must be hooked on her attire; she chose to flaunt her perfect body. Here's everything you need to know about her bikinis and dresses to take inspiration from. Priyanka Chopra in a Shani Shemer Scarlett Red colored bikini Who can take their eyes off when someone as gorgeous as Priyanka Chopra Jonas poses in a bikini? Her Scarlett Red colored Shani Shemer bikini is just mind-blowing. The top has a shining Gold round button which has two strings attached that go around the neck. It costs around $232, which is approximately Rs 20,000. Priyanka Chopra in a Tom Ford Halterneck dress Priyanka is someone who can look gorgeous in every color she wears. The actress stunned in a purple halterneck short dress while enjoying her beach vacay. This can be a perfect relaxed attire that makes her look stylish while keeping her comfortable at the same time. The cost of this dress is $1835, which comes up to Rs 1,59,000 approximately. Priyanka Chopra in a St. Barth one-piece Remember, Priyanka Chopra's iconic golden bikini look from Dostana? Well, not exactly the same, but this shimmery swimsuit will remind you of that look. This look is the St. Barth's soft silver shimmer one-piece from Monday Swimwear, and it costs approximately Rs 16,400. From the sultry cut-out detail to the flattering silhouette, this must-have one-piece is completed with a rounded V-neckline, adjustable back tie closure and a gold ring detail. Priyanka Chopra's work front On the work front, Priyanka will now make a comeback in Indian cinema. The actress is working on SS Rajamouli's tentatively titled movie, SSMB29. She is also gearing up for Hrithik Roshan's Krrish 4.

From Avocado Toast To Stuffed Parathas: Priyanka Chopra's Go-To Meals Revealed

NDTV

3 days ago

Entertainment
NDTV

From Avocado Toast To Stuffed Parathas: Priyanka Chopra's Go-To Meals Revealed

Priyanka Chopra Jonas may have made Hollywood her home, but her heart still craves Indian food. While promoting her latest action thriller, 'Heads of State', the d esi girl shared her favourite go-to meals - comfort dishes she enjoys in both India and the US. Giving a sweet glimpse into her culinary passions, she told Pinkvilla, "I love food. I can't help it. I live for food. I wake up for food. My breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all about food. I have breakfast, talking about lunch. I have lunch, talking about dinner. It's essential for me to find the best places to eat when I go to a new city. That's my jam." She added, "My favourite cuisine is Indian, for sure." Also Read:"We're Flattered, But Not True": Burger Singh On Rs 47 Crore Fundraise Claim Pee Cee said she usually eats eggs, omelette, toast, and avocado toast, but feels indulgent after overeating idlis, dosas, or poha. She also enjoys parathas in the morning, especially stuffed parathas. She said, "They're my favourite." She continued, "For lunch, I love ghar ka khana. When I'm in India, I only eat ghar ka khana because, in America, I get Indian food, but it always comes in dabbas. So, it's never like fresh phulkas." She added, "I'm doing nachni rotis these days, which are amazing, super healthy, and taste good too. And then I have various things. I love bhindi, I love dal, I love aloo gobhi. As I said, I'm being vegetarian right now. And I always need dahi. I love having raita. Pickle is very important." Priyanka Chopra also shared that she loves fresh salad. "Now, when I'm in the US, I'm not usually a sandwich person. I don't like sandwiches, but I'll always do a roast fish with veggies. I love a good fresh salad. It's my favourite," she said. Talking about her fondness for soup, the actress added, "I love having a nice warm soup. And I usually have the same thing for dinner as I do for lunch." The Quantico star also mentioned having makhanas in her diet. She shared, "Whenever I feel like eating munchies, I try to do something like makhanas instead of popcorn. I'm a chaat hog." Priyanka stated that she likes having both North Indian and South Indian food. Since her nani was Malayali, she called fish curry and curd rice "her jam," along with dosas. She added, "That was my breakfast yesterday. My mami makes the best egg dosas, so they're amazing." Also Read: Couple Holds Auction For First Plate Of Food Served At Wedding, Internet Divided The actress also said that she drinks a lot of coffee but never forgets to stay hydrated. "I never forget to drink water. I'm drinking water all the time. I try to finish at least seven or eight of these water bottles in a day," Priyanka Chopra concluded, holding up her water bottle.

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