Articles by Purnima Goswami Sharma
Get to know...Shruti Haasan
Actor, singer and musician Shruti Haasan (@ShrutzHaasan) is craving South Indian food, listening to the Dolly Parton podcast, and wishing she could read minds
![Singer and actor Shruti Haasan loves annoying her younger sister, Akshara. Singer and actor Shruti Haasan loves annoying her younger sister, Akshara.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Singer-and-actor-Shruti-Haasan-loves-annoying-her-_1721339028094.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 04:37 PM IST
Get to know... Jennifer Winget
Actor Jennifer Winget shares her highs and lows, playlist, cravings, and more. Loves history, can sleep anywhere. Best thing about fame? Love and blessings.
![Jennifer Winget recently played a lawyer in the courtroom drama Raisinghani v/s Raisinghani. Jennifer Winget recently played a lawyer in the courtroom drama Raisinghani v/s Raisinghani.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/150x84/Jennifer-Winget-recently-played-a-lawyer-in-the-co_1719524505183.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:09 PM IST
Get to know...Loitongbam Ashalata Devi
Loitongbam Ashalata Devi (@AshalataDeviOfficial), captain of India’s National Women’s Football Team, loves farming with her family, and inspiring people
![Loitongbam Ashalata Devi is the captain of India’s women’s national football team. Loitongbam Ashalata Devi is the captain of India’s women’s national football team.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/23/150x84/Loitongbam-Ashalata-Devi-is-the-captain-of-India-s_1716490468839.jpg)
Updated on May 24, 2024 04:57 PM IST
Get to know... Javed Ali
The singer and reality show judge (@JavedAli4U) is currently singing to Chal Ve Watna, craving his mom’s korma, and loves spending time with friends on weekends
![Javed Ali talks about some of the best moments in his life. Javed Ali talks about some of the best moments in his life.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/25/150x84/Javed-Ali-talks-about-some-of-the-best-moments-in-_1714079691974.jpg)
Updated on Apr 26, 2024 07:41 PM IST
Get to know...Shraddha Arya
Actress playing Dr Preeta on Kundali Bhagya, is craving edamame dim sum, and dreams of having a unique superpower
![The last thing Shraddha ordered online was a cross-body phone holder. The last thing Shraddha ordered online was a cross-body phone holder.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/05/150x84/The-last-thing-Shraddha-ordered-online-was-a-cross_1712296819711.jpg)
Updated on Apr 05, 2024 05:02 PM IST
Get to know... Shivin Narang
The actor reflects on highs and lows of fame, debuting in 2012, losing loved ones to Covid, his craving for momo, and his secret desire to time travel
![The last thing Shivin ordered online was plum cake. The last thing Shivin ordered online was plum cake.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/21/150x84/The-last-thing-Shivin-ordered-online-was-plum-cake_1711053974348.jpg)
Updated on Mar 22, 2024 04:12 PM IST
Get to know... Rithvik Dhanjani
Actor Rithvik Dhanjani hosts Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, loves math, and wishes for the superpower to time travel. He enjoys bringing smiles to others.
![An app Rithvik checks before bed? Chess. “I play online before sleeping,” he says. An app Rithvik checks before bed? Chess. “I play online before sleeping,” he says.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/01/150x84/An-app-Rithvik-checks-before-bed--Chess---I-play-o_1709286539168.jpg)
Updated on Mar 01, 2024 03:19 PM IST
Get to know... Shoaib Ibrahim
The actor and content creator (@shoaib2087) on doom scrolling and dancing his heart out
![What’s Shoaib Ibrahim craving? Rasmalai and dal baati churma. What’s Shoaib Ibrahim craving? Rasmalai and dal baati churma.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/02/08/150x84/What-s-Shoaib-Ibrahim-craving--Rasmalai-and-dal-ba_1707414153782.jpg)
Updated on Feb 09, 2024 05:42 PM IST
Get to know... Shalmali Kholgade
The singer, songwriter, and composer (@ShalmiAOW) loves her Starbucks and is currently obsessing over cinnamon rolls
![Shalmali Kholgade says she would never buy a fairness cream again. Shalmali Kholgade says she would never buy a fairness cream again.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/18/150x84/Shalmali-Kholgade-would-never-buy-fairness-cream-_1705584056989.jpg)
Updated on Jan 19, 2024 04:28 PM IST
Get to know... Salim Merchant
The singer, composer and music director on his craving for Nigiri sushi and playing cricket with friends on Sundays while growing up
![A high point in Salim Merchant’s life? Performing at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. A high point in Salim Merchant’s life? Performing at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/28/150x84/A-high-point-in-Salim-Merchant-s-life--Performing-_1703777725644.jpg)
Updated on Dec 29, 2023 03:46 PM IST
Get to know... Shilpa Rao
The singer talks about recording new songs, how she ends her day with music, what's on her playlist and the superpower she wishes she had
![Shilpa Rao Is nostalgic about Sunday morning veggie shopping. Shilpa Rao Is nostalgic about Sunday morning veggie shopping.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/07/150x84/Shilpa-Rao-Is-nostalgic-about-Sunday-morning-veggi_1701975774989.jpg)
Updated on Dec 08, 2023 04:11 PM IST
Get to know... Pratik Gandhi
The actor is enjoying his Scam 1992 success, wishes he could be in several places at once and is currently craving watermelon
![Actor Pratik Gandhi says if he could travel in time, he would love to go back to when he was in primary school and relive the innocence and fun. Actor Pratik Gandhi says if he could travel in time, he would love to go back to when he was in primary school and relive the innocence and fun.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/11/16/150x84/Actor-Pratik-Gandhi-says-if-he-could-travel-in-tim_1700166565713.jpg)
Updated on Nov 17, 2023 03:44 PM IST
Get to know... Aditya Narayan Jha
The musician, playback singer and host has his eyes on a supercar, is hooked on to Dua Lipa’s music and is strictly off sugar
![Aditya Narayan Jha would tell his 18-year-old self to ignore comments on social media. Aditya Narayan Jha would tell his 18-year-old self to ignore comments on social media.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/10/26/150x84/Aditya-Narayan-Jha-would-tell-his-18-year-old-self_1698337679626.jpg)
Updated on Oct 27, 2023 04:47 PM IST
Get to know... Mona Singh
The actor and dog parent on playing antakshari on Sundays and having meals in bed while watching TV
![Mona Singh’s next big splurge is a house in Goa. Mona Singh’s next big splurge is a house in Goa.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/09/28/150x84/Mona-Singh-s-next-big-splurge-is-a-house-in-Goa-_1695916528838.jpg)
Updated on Sep 29, 2023 03:59 PM IST
Get to know... Kirti Kulhari
The actor and producer is a plant lady, a dedicated delegater, a fan of hot chocolate and a longtime fan of Mithun da. Who knew?
![Actor Kirti Kulhari is looking forward to her new projects. Actor Kirti Kulhari is looking forward to her new projects.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/09/01/148x111/PA1_1693554700019_1693554713091.jpg)
Updated on Sep 01, 2023 04:23 PM IST
Get to know... Jonita Gandhi
The singer is weak for Cheetos, strong on juggling and is currently craving the very thing we all do
![Singer Jonita Gandhi talks about what she hates and what can’t live without. Singer Jonita Gandhi talks about what she hates and what can’t live without.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/18/150x84/Singer-Jonita-Gandhi-talks-about-what-she-hates-an_1692343217072.jpg)
Updated on Aug 21, 2023 10:27 AM IST
Get to know... Karishma Tanna
Actor Karishma Tanna is enjoying the success of Scoop and winning Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2020
![Advice Karishma Tanna would give her 18-year-old self? “Be diplomatic”. Advice Karishma Tanna would give her 18-year-old self? “Be diplomatic”.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/28/150x84/Advice-Karishma-Tanna-would-give-her-18-year-old-s_1690555543266.jpg)
Updated on Aug 10, 2023 08:34 PM IST
Get to know... Shriya Pilgaonkar
The actor and filmmaker talks about the superpowers she wishes she had, living a healthy life and doing what she loves
![Advice Shriya Pilgaonkar would give her 18-year-old self? “Trust your instincts. Also, do not thread your eyebrows too much. They will not grow back”. (Shivam Gupta) Advice Shriya Pilgaonkar would give her 18-year-old self? “Trust your instincts. Also, do not thread your eyebrows too much. They will not grow back”. (Shivam Gupta)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/01/150x84/Advice-Shriya-Pilgaonkar-would-give-her-18-year-ol_1688195114675.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2023 07:26 PM IST
Why putting on some music helps you de-stress
When a song you like comes on, it sparks the brain’s reward centre by triggering the release of the hormone, dopamine. Research also suggests rhythm and melody may also help enhance memory.
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Published on Mar 14, 2020 06:19 PM IST
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Mountains always rejuvenate me: Divya Khosla Kumar
The actor-director believes in the power of positive attitude and thinks that harmony between one’s inner and outer self is true fitness
![“I mix it up to keep exercising interesting — yoga, kickboxing, freehand exercises, weight--training, a gym routine and even dance ,” says Divya Khosla Kumar. “I mix it up to keep exercising interesting — yoga, kickboxing, freehand exercises, weight--training, a gym routine and even dance ,” says Divya Khosla Kumar.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_300x169/HT/p2/2020/03/13/Pictures/_59f19b90-6519-11ea-9f9f-cfbcf00f9318.jpg)
Published on Mar 14, 2020 06:15 PM IST
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I love memorising shayaris and narrating them: Shikhar Dhawan
Besides cricket, Dhawan plays table-tennis, squash, football and likes to go horse-riding to stay fit
![“I have recently turned vegetarian and I avoid sugar, processed foods and fried foods,” says cricketer Shikhar Dhawan.(HT FILE PHOTO) “I have recently turned vegetarian and I avoid sugar, processed foods and fried foods,” says cricketer Shikhar Dhawan.(HT FILE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_300x169/HT/p2/2020/02/20/Pictures/hyderbad-hyderbad-practice-anshuman-hyderabad-poyrekar-hindustan_471f1b16-53f1-11ea-a3cd-8211a7b3c8e4.jpg)
Published on Feb 22, 2020 05:11 PM IST
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I like to retreat to the mountains by myself, says Jubin Nautiyal
The singer-composer talks fitness, happiness, and how meditation makes him more creative.
Published on Feb 15, 2020 03:33 PM IST
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‘My wellness mantra is to look on the bright side,’ says Shaan
The singer talks about dealing with stress, keeping fit and how he likes to unwind
![“I relax by spending time with my wife and two boys; family time is the best,” says Shaan “I relax by spending time with my wife and two boys; family time is the best,” says Shaan](https://images.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_300x169/HT/p2/2020/02/07/Pictures/_c85ba53c-49a1-11ea-a2c3-ce206a175aca.jpg)
Updated on Feb 08, 2020 07:50 PM IST
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“I don’t eat anything that doesn’t feel right,” says Amaan Ali Bangash
The sarod player says that pizza, pasta and fried foods are a big no-no for him
![Amaan Ali Bangash relaxes by spending time with his nephews. He also believes that short bursts of stress can help one accomplish a goal. Amaan Ali Bangash relaxes by spending time with his nephews. He also believes that short bursts of stress can help one accomplish a goal.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_300x169/HT/p2/2020/01/23/Pictures/_8cdd239c-3dd4-11ea-8d17-9068169bb2f5.jpg)
Published on Jan 25, 2020 05:12 PM IST
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Dancing in a group is a fun way to stay fit, says actor Divya Dutta
The National Award winner says she keeps her diet simple, fresh and wholesome, and de-stresses by spending time with her nephew and niece.
![(HT Photo) (HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_300x169/HT/p2/2020/01/17/Pictures/actor-divya-dutt_671fbcb6-3927-11ea-bb16-55584621af3a.jpg)
Published on Jan 18, 2020 06:48 PM IST
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Wildlife photography is my stressbuster: Gagan Narang
The sharpshooter says that along with regular exercise, he has started having one meal a day to keep fit and rajma-chawal is his comfort meal at any time of day
Updated on Jan 10, 2020 08:20 PM IST
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Fitness takes determination and hardwork, says wrestler Babita Phogat
One of India’s most decorated wrestlers talks about her workout routine, diet and what she does to unwind
Published on Jan 04, 2020 06:31 PM IST
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I don’t aim to be number one; just want to do my best, says actor Hrithik Roshan
The key to fitness is knowing when to stop and how much is enough, says the star.
Updated on Dec 28, 2019 06:16 PM IST
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Travel enriches a person, says Tannishtha Chatterjee
The actor-director-singer also says music and spending time with her daughter instantly de-stress her
Published on Dec 14, 2019 08:08 PM IST
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From fitness comes confidence, and wins, says sports prodigy Pankaj Advani
Billiards world champion says he loves to go on long walks, can’t sit still for long.
![(Getty Images) (Getty Images)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_300x169/HT/p2/2019/12/07/Pictures/entertainment-india-november_eb171244-18f7-11ea-8601-f2d8bfbcf79c.jpg)
Published on Dec 07, 2019 07:21 PM IST
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