Aayushi Parekh writes on entertainment, music, lifestyle, food, culture, art, fashion, beauty, trends, city, events etc. for the daily entertainment and lifestyle supplement, HT City Bengaluru
Articles by Aayushi Parekh
It’s more than a friendship: Anupama and Krishi
On International Friendship Day today, we talk to BFFs, actors Anupama Anandkumar and Krishi Thapanda about their special bond
Updated on Aug 06, 2023 03:37 PM IST
Priyanshu Painyuli’s lesser-known Bengaluru connection
Actor Priyanshu Painyuli is all set to add another feather to his cap as he dives into the world of teleplays
Updated on Jul 31, 2023 03:39 PM IST
Pedalling for patriots: 3,000 kms to Kargil
NCC officer Krishnan A Nair recalls cycling from Bengaluru to the Kargil War Memorial in Dras to celebrate India’s war heroes
Updated on Jul 26, 2023 12:44 PM IST
A place to read, write, paint and fold, Cubbon Park
Flora and fauna aside, the park in the heart of the city is home to a multitude of creative communities
Updated on Jul 21, 2023 04:22 PM IST
Ivana Perkovic: I’ve always felt like I belonged here
Bengaluru-based Dutch travel influencer Ivana Perkovic looks back at her time in the country, her admiration for India and locals
Updated on Jul 19, 2023 01:59 PM IST
Started enjoying as soon as I got on the set: Raghu on acting debut
Raghu Dixit, the musician, is making his acting debut in the Kannada film Baang. He says he never aspired to be an actor but is enjoying the experience. He is also taking a break from composing film music to focus on his band and their new album.
Updated on Jul 03, 2023 06:52 PM IST
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Ricky is on a roll; invited to White House, honoured by UN
Honoured as the Global Goodwill Ambassador and an invitee to the White House later this month, Kej is basking in a year of accomplishments
Updated on Jun 20, 2023 04:53 PM IST
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The greatest gift we give each other is quality time: Hitha Chandrashekar K
On Father’s Day this year, Sandalwood actor Hitha talks about what it was like growing up with veteran actor Sihi Kahi Chandru and more
Updated on Jun 17, 2023 09:12 PM IST
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Booked to bond: Bengalureans park at Cubbon to read and rejuvenate
Cubbon Reads, a community of book lovers, is reclaiming the public park while fostering a reading habit
Updated on Jun 16, 2023 02:15 PM IST
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Indie films from Karnataka go global
A number of independent Kannada films made waves across international film festivals this year and continue to seek success
Updated on Jun 16, 2023 01:51 PM IST
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Bengaluru eateries set to be open 24x7 soon?
With a fresh proposal to keep eateries open throughout the night put forward, here’s how it may impact establishments and residents
Updated on Jun 16, 2023 01:22 PM IST
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No better time than my son’s first birthday for Umrah: Sanjjanaa
For her first international trip in two years, actor Sanjjanaa Galrani chose to visit Mecca and Medina
Updated on May 24, 2023 01:52 PM IST
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Shwetha Srivatsav: If you’re a mum, the industry makes you feel you are not fit for lead roles
Actor Shwetha Srivatsav talks about her Mother’s Day celebrations this year with her mother and daughter
Updated on May 14, 2023 11:57 AM IST
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Rajesh Dhruva rubbishes reports of Sampath J Ram being in depression: Urge everyone to not fall for such rumours
Actor and director Rajesh Dhruva was among those to break the news of TV actor Sampath J Ram’s death on Sunday
Updated on Apr 24, 2023 06:50 PM IST
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Vaisshnavi mourns Sampath J Ram: His wife is five months pregnant, don’t know what drove him to do this
Actor Vaisshnavi talks to us about late co-actor Sampath J Ram, who played the role of her brother in Agnisakshi
Updated on Apr 24, 2023 06:35 PM IST
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Shanvi’s Ugadi: Fun, food and festive fervour
Ugadi, which is being celebrated across the state with much pomp and gusto, marks the beginning of a new year
Published on Mar 22, 2023 09:29 AM IST
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Catching waves on Valentine’s Day: Shubra Aiyappa
Actor Shubra Aiyappa married her beau, Bengaluru-based businessman Vishal Sivappa, on January 18
Published on Feb 14, 2023 01:11 PM IST
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I believe in the beauty of the feminine form: Anu Vaidyanathan
The author, comic and the first Indian to complete the Ironman Triathlon is all set for her filmmaking debut
Published on Feb 10, 2023 07:34 PM IST
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Steadfast to succeed in mission inclusivity
Hasan Imam, 24, is on the road to making India more disabled-friendlyIn the recent times, there is an attempt being made to embrace inclusivity in all spheres
Updated on Feb 07, 2023 03:23 PM IST
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Kannada films will always be my priority: Sapthami on Bollywood debut
Actor Sapthami Gowda, who was last seen in Kantara (2022), is currently shooting for filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s next, The Vaccine War, in Hyderabad
Updated on Jan 22, 2023 10:10 AM IST
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It’s a moment of pride: City celebs on Army Day Parade
Parade is an integral part of the Army Day, which is celebrated annually on January 15
Published on Jan 15, 2023 08:54 AM IST
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Layasmitha murder triggers anxiety among city students
Following the Presidency University incident, college authorities and students discuss how a safe environment can be ensured on campus
Published on Jan 11, 2023 02:44 PM IST
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Meet the Internet’s gentlest giant!
Weighing over 100kg, Cadaboms Hayder, bred by Bengalurean S Sathish, is all set for a wag-nificent introduction
Published on Jan 09, 2023 07:37 PM IST
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What does 2023 look like for Sandalwood?
With a slew of releases in the pipeline, trade experts discuss what the audiences can expect this year
Published on Jan 06, 2023 03:06 PM IST
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Armed in the face of adversity, say city eateries amid Covid surge
From reinstating the use of masks to keeping a check on staff’s temperature, restaurateurs are doing it all
Updated on Jan 05, 2023 05:19 PM IST
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Want to win more for India: Pragathi Gowda
Bengaluru-based rally driver Pragathi Gowda is the only Indian to make it to the World Women’s Finals next year
Published on Dec 20, 2022 01:27 PM IST
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Independent movies need the help of film festivals, says Nalawade
Harshad Nalawade, filmmaker, speaks about getting selected for International Film Festival Rotterdam
Updated on Dec 20, 2022 01:22 PM IST
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There is still a lot left to achieve: Shilpa Rao
Singer Shilpa Rao talks about her love for Bengaluru, her willingness to learn more and ending the year on a good note
Published on Dec 12, 2022 05:08 PM IST
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Definitely: Aoki set for cake throw in Bengaluru
Ahead of his performance in the city, DJ Steve Aoki shares what he loves about Indian fans and his cake-throwing ritual at gigs
Updated on Dec 11, 2022 04:00 PM IST
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Air India Grooming Diktat: How much is too much?
Grooming experts weigh in on the new rules for crew that include prohibition of grey hair, certain pieces of jewellery
Published on Nov 27, 2022 07:54 PM IST
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