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Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Prada's Kolhapuri chappals and LV's desi trunks prove luxury fashion is obsessed with Indian staples
India is not just vibing, it is serving influence. And no, we are not talking about influencers doing yoga on the banks of the Ganga. We are talking about Prada launching its take on Kolhapuri chappals (yes, the ones uncle wears to weddings), and Louis Vuitton slapping their logo on trunks that scream 'Sharmaji's shaadi ka samaan.' Why is every luxe brand suddenly obsessed with Indian style? | Credit: Instagram Why is every luxe brand suddenly obsessed with Indian style? | Credit: Instagram From desi to designer: India's influence is dripping on global runways, and it is not giving! What once sat quietly in Indian bazaars is now strutting down Milan runways with a four-digit price tag. Kolhapuris that you could grab in Lajpat Nagar for Rs 500 are now rebranded as 'heritage sandals' for over Rs 70,000. No, this is not satire, it is fashion. View this post on Instagram Prada's Kolhapuris and the big brand rebranding Let us begin with Prada, who just launched their "luxury leather toe-loop flats,' but every Indian auntie knows a Kolhapuri when she sees one. Complete with minimal detailing and raw leather edges, these sandals are being praised as timeless elegance. Meanwhile, somewhere in Kolhapur, a chappal-maker probably just snorted his chai. View this post on Instagram Fashion watchers say that high-end brands are going through an Indiafication, where they borrow, glam up and sell Indian staples back to us as aspirational pieces. Louis Vuitton's desi trunks are basically fancy shaadi baggage Now cue Louis Vuitton, who are living their best wedding-planner fantasy with trunks that give off major Delhi dulhan ki packing vibes. Sure, they are sleek, monogrammed, and priced like your first car, but anyone who has ever stored their sarees in a steel Godrej cupboard knows exactly what inspired this. Why is every luxe brand suddenly obsessed with Indian style? | Credit: Instagram View this post on Instagram And it is not just footwear or trunks. Balenciaga once flirted with a polybag-inspired tote. Dior has played with Indian embroidery. Sabyasachi made his way to H&M. Everyone is dipping their ladle in the desi curry. Why is every luxe brand suddenly obsessed with Indian style? | Credit: Instagram/sabyasachi Not only that, if you live under the rock and do not know about it, well, the jhola, a simple cloth bag used daily in Indian households for groceries, errands, and travel, is now being sold for $48 (Rs 4,228) on American luxury store Nordstrom's website. Well, this might sound difficult to believe, but it is true as pictures of the humble 'jhola' being sold at such an exorbitant rate have gone viral on social media. Why a Rs 100 jhola selling for Rs 4000 is going viral in India? | Credit: X | wordi25 The classic desi carryall has been given a bougie twist — Japanese label Puebco is now marketing it as the 'Indian Souvenir Bag' on Nordstrom's online store, slapping a luxe price tag on what is basically every Indian mum's trusted tote. Cultural appreciation or fashion appropriation? The bigger question: is this just admiration or are these brands cosplaying culture for clout and cash? Where are the nods to Indian artisans? The royalties? The collaborations? Why a Rs 100 jhola selling for Rs 4000 is going viral in India? | Credit: X | wordi25 Until we get answers, just know this, what your nani carried to sabzi mandi is now being carried to the ramp that too for big brands. And honestly? That is both iconic and insane.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zodiac Signs as Typical Bollywood Parent Tropes
Every quintessential Bollywood film serves up a heady mix of drama, catchy tunes, and at least one profoundly emotional parent declaring their life's sole ambition ("Mere zindagi ka ek hi sapna tha..."). The zodiac signs, in their own dramatic ways, slot perfectly into these iconic, often over-the-top, yet undeniably relatable parental archetypes. Aries – The "My Way or the Highway" Dad: This parent tackles child-rearing like a military campaign. Your child will become an engineer because "Beta, passion won't pay the bills." Expect high decibels, soaring blood pressure, and a deep, fierce love buried under layers of stubbornness. Taurus – The Paratha-Pushing Matriarch: Emotions are communicated exclusively through carb-laden offerings. Whether you're heartbroken or simply stressed, their solution is always "eat first." They genuinely believe ghee is the universal cure for emotional woes, financial crises, and global warming. Gemini – The Gossipy "Chacha" with All the Info: Appears laid-back but possesses an almost surveillance-level awareness of every neighborhood kid's exploits. They'll casually drop a marriage proposal suggestion mid-meal like it's a weather update. Cancer – The Melodramatic Maa with a Monologue for Every Moment: Prone to weeping during even the most mundane advertisements. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software Esseps Learn More Emotional blackmail isn't a tactic; it's a foundational love language. Skipping breakfast will trigger a house-wide dramatic awakening. Possibly a spirit reincarnated from a 90s soap opera. Leo – The Pageant Parent of Prodigies: Your child is entering 14 extracurriculars, and they're front-row, center, basking in the reflected glory like it's their own Oscar acceptance speech. Their mantra is "Mera beta sabse alag hai" (My child is unique) while uploading endless reels with motivational captions. Virgo – The Spreadsheet-Wielding Perfectionist Dad: Family bonding is scheduled and minutely planned. They get anxiety from a misaligned cushion and will silently judge your life choices while meticulously tidying up. They'd probably rewire the entire house to fix a flickering light, all in a single afternoon. Libra – The "What Will Society Think?" Parent: Sharmaji's opinion holds more weight than actual family happiness. They crave peace above all else, which often translates to hosting a lavish 400-person wedding just to avoid any potential social drama or perceived slights. Scorpio – The Silent-But-Deadly Secret Keeper: Rarely raises their voice, preferring to wield power with a single, piercing eyebrow raise. Holds grudges across generations and can induce profound guilt without uttering a single word. Somehow, they always know everything . Sagittarius – The Wanderlust Parent with Endless "Back in My Day" Tales: Will spontaneously quote ancient philosophers and book a family trip to Ladakh right before exam season. Their go-to solution for any problem is "go out and experience the world." Capricorn – The "Respect Me or Sleep Outside" Type: Runs the household like a stern CEO managing a Fortune 500 company. Believes deeply in discipline, rigid routines, and planning your wedding three years before you've even considered a proposal. Aquarius – The "Cool" Parent Who Secretly Judges Everyone: They allow their kids to explore freely but will psychoanalyze every potential partner with detached, intellectual scrutiny. They preach rebellion from the comfort of the couch, while subtly encouraging their child to join Model UN at age ten. Pisces – The Dreamy, Musical Parent Who Forgets Parent-Teacher Day: Often lost in a reverie, they'll break into an old Lata Mangeshkar song mid-serious conversation. Their parenting toolkit includes horoscopes, the moon's phases, and the power of positive dreaming, often at the expense of practicalities. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .
India.com
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Rishi Shahani AKA Sharmaji From Aamir Khans Sitaare Zameen Par
New Delhi: Ever since the hilariously enriching trailer of Sitaare Zameen Par was released, it has filled the audience with sheer excitement to witness love, laughter and happiness on screen. While the makers continue to build anticipation with interesting anecdotes about this spiritual sequel to 2007 release, Taare Zameen Par, they have now introduced a Sitaara, Rishi Shahani, aka Sharmaji. With his enchanting and ever-glowing aura, Rishi has truly captured the hearts of everyone on set. From learning, dancing, shooting, and having fun with Aamir Khan to expressing his love for yoga and spreading joy and warmth among everyone, Rishi is indeed a sweetheart you will instantly fall in love with. Remarkably, Rishi Shahani won Olympic Gold and Silver medals for India in swimming at the Special Olympics World Games in 1999. Introducing this shining Sitaara of Sitaare Zameen Par, the makers have shared a delightful video featuring Rishi Shahani, aka Sharmaji. They captioned it with: "No matter what he end up smiling anyway. That's the effect of Sharmaji.'' In cinemas on 20th June."Take A Look At The Post: With Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan Productions is launching 10 debutant actors including Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Simran Mangeshkar, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Aroush Datta , Naman Mishra, and Samvit Desai. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, who previously helmed the barrier-breaking blockbuster Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, now returns with the biggest collaboration with Aamir Khan Productions' Sitaare Zameen Par. Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Sitaare Zameen Par stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in lead roles along with the 10 rising stars. The lyrics are penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya and music is composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The screenplay is written By Divy Nidhi Sharma. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, with Ravi Bhagchandka as the producer. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film will be released in theatres only on 20th June, 2025.
