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This Week on TheGlitz: Power Moves, Pretty Indulgences & A Whole Lot of Luxe Living

Welcome to This Week on TheGlitz, where Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-chief, TheGlitz, handpicks what’s hot, what’s haute, what's happening, and what absolutely deserves your attention. ...Because let’s be honest... if it’s not TheGlitz-approved, is it even worth the buzz?

Songkran 2026: Thailand Turns Up the Splash, Spirit & Style for the World’s Most Joyful New Year

There are festivals... and then there’s Songkran. A celebration that doesn’t just mark time but transforms it. In 2026, Thailand is set to welcome the world once again with open arms, radiant smiles, and a nationwide celebration that is equal parts culture, chaos, and catharsis. As confirmed by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Songkran Festival 2026 will proceed across the country, inviting global travellers to step into a New Year unlike any other. And trust TheGlitz... this is not just a festival, it’s an experience you feel.

Is March the New Season of Indulgence?

This March, a new season of indulgence defines our latest look at the brands and spaces shaping a more thoughtful lifestyle. While we highlight the viral fits at Levi's and the space-age cafe in New Delhi, the real charm lies in everything in between. From the playful new drops at Typsy Beauty and MAC’s latest collection to the handcrafted warmth of Sands of Rasa and the organic sanctuary of Pure and Sure, it is a simple, curated guide to the labels currently trading fast trends for genuine quality and effortless style.

Beauty and the Bag: Gucci Unveils a New Campaign Starring Kate Moss for the Borsetto and Emily Ratajkowski for the Gucci Giglio

With its latest campaign, Gucci leans into this intimate obsession, exploring the almost instinctive bond between a woman and the bag that becomes her signature. At the heart of the campaign are two women who embody effortless allure... the gorgeous Kate Moss and Emily Ratajkowski...

LOSE The Weight, KEEP The Face — DR GEETA GREWAL Tells You How

Dr Geeta Grewal's clinic has proof that losing weight and losing your face don't have to be the same. The secret is not a dramatic intervention. It is timing, it is hydration, and it is understanding that Ozempic face is almost entirely preventable if you start early and stop leaving your skin to manage alone. Dr Grewal, in conversation with Rajeev Mokashi, spills the beans on her face-body-hair recovery playbook. Read on.

The Beauty of Doing Nothing: Why Your Skin Might Need a Pause

In an age where beauty routines resemble military operations... layered, timed, precision-engineered... there is something quietly radical about doing… nothing. No actives. No 12-step ritual. No overnight resurfacing miracle. Just skin, left alone. TheGlitz delves into the beauty of nothingness. For years, we’ve been conditioned to believe that more is more. More serums, more acids, more treatments, more devices humming across our faces in the name of glow.

9 Beauty Trends in 2026: Where Expression Meets Intelligence and Intent

In 2026, the world of beauty is defining itself not by fleeting gimmicks but by experience, intention, and joined-up innovation... a season where science, artistry, sustainability, and personal identity converge to create looks that feel lived-in, intelligent, and deeply personal. The era of heavy makeup and one-size solutions is giving way to skin-first radiance, expressive accents, smart beauty tech and thoughtful self-care that mirrors modern lifestyles.

CEYLON FINDS A HOME AT 1882, DOUBLETREE BY HILTON BENGALURU

Ceylon arrived at 1882, DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield, and it arrived in full colour. TheGlitz walked in just three days before the Sri Lankan Food Festival wrapped up, and what unfolded over the course of that evening was food that felt less like a festival and more like a memory someone was generously sharing.

A Sri Lankan Table at Maize and Malt

A Sri Lankan table doesn't arrive quietly. At Maize and Malt, it arrived with Priya Bala behind it and that changed everything. I walked in a vegetarian, navigated a feast curated with the kind of honesty that makes food writing feel inadequate, and left with the quiet certainty that Whitefield just got a great deal more interesting.

The Cranberry Institute Hosts Super Stylish Mumbai Soirée with Global Brand Ambassador Chef Vikas Khanna; TheGlitz Pick 2026

In a refined celebration of flavour, wellness, and global culinary dialogue, the India office of The Cranberry Institute hosted an exclusive media and trade gathering in Mumbai, marking the appointment of Chef Vikas Khanna as its Global Brand Ambassador. TheGlitz reports...

What the Meghalaya Spice Event in Mumbai Reveals About the Future of Heritage Tourism in India in 2026

The Meghalaya Spice Event in Mumbai showcased from February 27-28, 2026 to March 1, 2026, revealed this shift with rare clarity, where travel becomes an experience of taste, memory, land, and living culture rather than just location. TheGlitz delves into this trend.

World Bartender Day Special 2026: How Mixologists Are Turning Cocktails into Couture in a Glass; TheGlitz Exclusive!

On 24th February, World Bartender Day, the spotlight turns to the new-age mixologists... part storyteller, part scientist, part couturier. Curious to understand how this creative alchemy unfolds, TheGlitz spoke to a select group of mixologists to uncover where their process truly begins.... and how it ultimately comes together. Read on.

Asian Paints Where The Heart Is Season 9 Opens with Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi’s Intimate Story of Home and Belonging

Some homes are constructed with brick and mortar. Others are built with laughter echoing through corridors, memories layered into walls, and a sense of belonging that grows quietly over time. The premiere episode of Asian Paints Where The Heart Is Season 9 invites viewers into one such deeply personal sanctuary...

Zaveri Bros Launches Hearts & Arrows in Bangalore: A Cut Above

Zaveri Bros Diamonds & Gold founders Naresh and Sangeeta Chetan spent years searching for a diamond polisher who understood what Hearts and Arrows meant. Most had never heard of it. The cut, born in Japan in the 1980s, remains so rare that only select international stores carry it. But bringing the Hearts & Arrows collection to Bangalore wasn't just business for this Coimbatore-based house. It was personal. Read more...

Real Luxury – Made in India, Made with Meaning: The Rise of Conscious Indian Luxury in 2026

Each Republic Day, India drapes itself in a tapestry of heritage, ceremony, and cinematic splendour — yet beyond the streets and screens, another celebration quietly unfolds — one of ingenuity, craft, and creative sovereignty. Luxury, once defined by imported labels and ostentation, is now being reimagined as an Indian story.

Prints With a Pulse: Shivani Nirupam’s Unapologetic 2026 Fashion Story

In an exclusive conversation with Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, TheGlitz, the dynamic Shivani Nirupam opens up about building Label Shivani Nirupam, a print-led, purpose-driven label, navigating India’s evolving fashion landscape, and why true luxury today lies in thoughtful design, emotional connection, and clothes that move with the woman who wears them.

TheGlitz Review: DIAM Beauty Beaded Blush – A Fresh Take on Hydrating Glow

In the ever-evolving world of beauty, innovation often lies in the details... textures, finishes, and formulas that elevate everyday makeup into a sensorial experience. Enter DIAM Beauty, a brand known for blending skincare-inspired formulations with contemporary beauty aesthetics. The DIAM Beauty Beaded Blush Hydratint collection recently arrived at TheGlitz, and after trying the products, we can confidently say that these little bottles pack both charm and performance. So, let's start with our in-depth review.

Glow Meets Care: TheGlitz Reviews the TYPE Beauty Zit Quit Hydra Jelly Tint – Definitely, our TYPE!

When a beauty hamper arrives at the TheGlitz.Media office, it always sparks a small wave of excitement. So when a vibrant package from TYPE Beauty landed on our desk... and right at the centre of it was the intriguingly named TYPE Beauty Zit Quit Hydra Jelly Tint, we were obviously, delighted. Designed to deliver colour while also caring for acne-prone skin, this hybrid product promises the best of both worlds: playful makeup with skin-friendly benefits. Curious to delve into the depths, we put the product to the litmus test. Read on... TheGlitz reviews...

New Launch: Ola Derm – Science Meets Skin Sophistication -TheGlitz Reviews

At TheGlitz, we recently received four products from the brand — the Ola Derm GlowRevive Cream, Ola Derm SunShield Luxe Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++, Ola Derm Velvet Skin Balm, and Ola Derm SatinSkin Cleanser — and after exploring them closely, we can confidently say that Ola Derm reflects exactly what one would expect from a doctor-backed brand: thoughtful formulation, skin-friendly textures, and a clear understanding of what modern skin truly needs. Read on...

Singer Abhay Jodhpurkar on Working with A. R. Rahman & Giving Voice to Silence in Gandhi Talks

With its latest theatrical release, India's first silent film to be screened at IIFI - Gandhi Talks has quietly but powerfully captured hearts through poignant storytelling and an evocative musical soul. Among its most talked-about highlights are two songs from the Marathi version of the film... ‘Jara Jara Man Khulavate’ and ‘Angai’ (Lullaby), both composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman. But what has got the audiences especially music lovers in a delightful tizzy, is discovering that the deeply expressive vocals anchoring these tracks belong to the versatile and soulful Abhay Jodhpurkar. Read on...

Chakori Dwivedi on Writing ‘Jee Liya’ for Tu Yaa Main: “I Wanted the Lyrics to Feel Like a Quiet Exhale”/ TheGlitz Music Pick 2026

Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav's song ‘Jee Liya’ in the film 'Tu Yaa Main' stands out, and how! It arrives like a soft pause... gentle, grounding, and deeply felt. The evocative romantic track from Tu Yaa Main has quietly but powerfully captured the imagination of listeners, emerging as a love hued song for Gen Z romance. At the heart of this understated beautiful song is multifaceted actor-lyricist Chakori Dwivedi, whose writing brings a rare emotional restraint to the song. TheGlitz reports...

Dynamic Indian Cinema Icons Inspire the Next Generation at Whistling Woods International Convocation 2026 Anil Mehta and Prosenjit Chatterjee Honoured with Maestro Awards

Set against an atmosphere charged with ambition, artistry, and legacy, Whistling Woods International (WWI), India’s premier institute for film, communication, and creative technologies, hosted its 17th Annual Convocation Ceremony, celebrating the graduating Class of 2025. Over 300 students crossed a defining threshold, stepping from classrooms into the creative industries with vision, voice, and purpose. For TheGlitz, this was not merely a convocation... it was a glimpse into the future of Indian films, communication and storytelling.

Home Is Where The Luxe Is: India’s Chic Homestay Boom Is the New Travel Obsession

From misty hills to sun-drenched beaches, curated homestays are now redefining travel, blending local charm with bespoke luxury. So come along with TheGlitz and me, and think less “hotel stay” and more “living like a local, with local experiences.”

Sarawak Wins Best Destination Marketing Campaign at OTM 2026

Sarawak Tourism Board marked a triumphant moment at Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2026, clinching the coveted Best Destination Marketing Campaign award and reinforcing its growing stature in the international travel landscape. This recognition is not merely a trophy moment but a validation of Sarawak’s sharply focused strategy to position itself as a culture- and nature-led gateway to Borneo. TheGlitz reports...

Desert X AlUla 2026: Where Monumental Art Meets the Timeless Exquisite Poetry of the Desert

In the vast, time-carved canyons of AlUla, where sandstone cliffs hold centuries of memory and silence hums with ancient resonance, Desert X AlUla 2026 has officially opened, marking the fourth edition of the internationally acclaimed open-air land art biennale.