Fashion, food and cinema - as a journalist at HT City, these drive Aalokitaa Basu to bring you fresh and fun perspectives on all things unique and trending. Sometimes the tiniest details spin the most exciting stories and you can always count on her to deliver pieces striking a perfect balance between the insightful and the frothy. Happy reading!
Articles by Aalokitaa Basu
Throwback: When Janhvi Kapoor opened up about her 'fantasy'
Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahariya's relationship status may not be confirmed, but there really isn't any two ways about it. What's her idea of marital bliss?
Published on Jan 22, 2025 06:53 PM IST
Butterfly cut, concave layers and all the bobs: Haircuts that scream old money
You don't need to spend a bomb at the salon for expensive-looking hair. You need to just pick the right cuts. So here's that with the perfect reference photos
Published on Jan 22, 2025 03:12 PM IST
Are Blake's SA allegations against Justin fake? New BTS footage shocks fans
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal drama gets a saucy new update with the potential of Blake's sexual assault claims being incorrect at best, fake at worst
Published on Jan 22, 2025 01:25 PM IST
Ever wondered why Jaya Bachchan is always angry? Netizens find a clue
Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan may be THE legacy couple of Bollywood but this old interview of theirs has fans sympathising with the latter
Published on Jan 21, 2025 06:33 PM IST
'Jhukega nahi': Fans chant 'Saif is safe' as actor discharged post stabbing
It's been an incredibly tough few days for Saif Ali Khan and his family after the attempted robbery and definite stabbing incident which took place last week
Published on Jan 21, 2025 05:57 PM IST
Melania's sharp hat to Usha's look of love: Trump's inaugural week highlights
Melania Trump's Hamburgler hat to Usha Vance's million dollar look of love, moments which catching all the attention as Donald Trump returns to the White House
Published on Jan 21, 2025 04:26 PM IST
Sun enters Aquarius: THESE zodiac signs set to enter their Miss Independent era
Miss Independent! Miss Self-sufficient! As we roll into Aquarius' dates for 2025, are you ready to embrace this vibe as the Sun debuts in the zodiac sign?
Published on Jan 20, 2025 10:09 PM IST
2025's hottest mani trend is a glam update on French tips: What are nail crowns?
There's nothing quite like a clean and classic French manicure. But, then again, every classic needs a Gen-now remix and nail crowns are just that
Published on Jan 20, 2025 06:59 PM IST
'Rent was due guys': Kjo-Annie the new face of besan?! Fans say 'no thank you'
Ananya Panday easily has one of the strongest brand portfolios of the fresh lot of Bollywood's acting talent. The latest addition to it is, well...besan
Published on Jan 20, 2025 04:07 PM IST
'I've had naps longer than this': TikTok's day-long US ban, captured in memes
Remember when India lost TikTok? — In the middle of the pandemic?! Well the United States went through the same exact thing. Just for a hot minute tho...
Published on Jan 20, 2025 01:55 PM IST
THESE fragrance notes feel like a cashmere sweater and leave you feeling warmer
Think your very own high-end cashmere sweater, in a glistening little bottle. The fragrance layering hack that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy, FOR REAL
Updated on Jan 17, 2025 08:03 PM IST
'Is she mentally well?' Fans amused at Urvashi Rautela's take on Saif's stabbing
Urvashi Rautela's absurd detour and lack of empathy in addressing the Saif Ali Khan case, has left the internet gobsmacked. But then again, not really
Published on Jan 17, 2025 06:24 PM IST
Taylor Swift involved in Justin Baldoni-Blake Lively's behind-the-scenes drama?
The plot just keeps thickening with this one, the latest being Taylor Swift's alleged involvement in Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni's now fully legal drama
Published on Jan 17, 2025 03:52 PM IST
As Saif Ali Khan recovers, 10 points you need to know about his Bandra stabbing
The attempted burglary gone wrong at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan's Mumbai residence is fanning immense speculation. Key points you need to know
Published on Jan 17, 2025 01:20 PM IST
When 'mean girl' Blake Lively took a dig at Gossip Girl co-star's prison birth
Blake Lively can't catch a break from the career-threatening headlines. But fans believe that she was always a 'mean girl' courtesy of such blasts from the past
Published on Jan 16, 2025 07:03 PM IST
This Hailey Bieber-approved beauty hack will leave you looking younger
Even the best mascara takes a bit to get off your delicate lashes. What if we told you that leaving them alone is actually going to be a big 2025 beauty trend?
Updated on Jan 16, 2025 06:05 PM IST
What's Marvel, Disney and Deadpool got to do with the whole Justin-Blake drama?
For how averagely received Blake Lively's It Ends With Us was, nobody expected it to be birthing such a Hollywood storm BTS. And now somehow, Marvel is involved
Published on Jan 16, 2025 04:10 PM IST
Saif Ali Khan's team issues health update post home invasion, stabbing
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan's Bandra residence became the site of a burglary gone terribly wrong. The actor's team has now issued a health update
Published on Jan 16, 2025 12:32 PM IST
THIS desi staple veggie is actually packed with protein: Recipe cheat sheet!
Effectively tracking your protein intake is no joke. But what if we told you that a quick fix versatile solution is lying around in your kitchen right now
Published on Jan 15, 2025 06:44 PM IST
Did Brad Pitt dupe a French woman into divorce and out of over $1 million?
Brad Pitt doesn't seem to be making the right kind of headlines, no matter what. This dumbfounding deep fake fiasco of internet deceit isn't really helping
Published on Jan 15, 2025 05:59 PM IST
Neil Gaiman denies SA allegations with strikingly similar comment as Weinstein
Neil Gaiman's first comment on the string of SA allegations levied against him appears to be rather similar to that of Weinstein's, before his legacy collapsed
Published on Jan 15, 2025 03:37 PM IST
Mattu Pongal 2025: The Tamil celebration honouring our hardworking cattle
The auspicious 4-day stretch of Pongal kickstarted yesterday and brings us to the heartening Mattu Pongal celebration today. What is it all about?
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 01:15 PM IST
Trekking trails of My Country: 5 riverside trek trails to become one with nature
Check out some breathtaking riverside trekking trails and participate in HT@100 My Country, My Lens photo contest
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 07:01 PM IST
Makar Sankranti'25: Wearing black to bring you luck? Outfit change inspo inside
Did you know wearing black Makar Sankranti is considered lucky? Call in all the luck and blessings with a simple outfit change for you celebrations this evening
Published on Jan 14, 2025 06:09 PM IST
Move over Mocha Mousse! There's a new it-girl colour in town for 2025
Ariana Grande in some pale pink satin Loewe is just the tip of the iceberg when we talk about the big boom of pink in luxury for 2025 & we have Gen Z to thank
Published on Jan 14, 2025 03:20 PM IST
Welcome Pongal 2025 with this low fat spin on the traditional Sakkarai Pongal
Watching your diet like a hawk post holiday season but still want to get in the festive spirit for Pongal? We have just the recipe you can snack on guilt-free!
Published on Jan 14, 2025 01:18 PM IST
2025's first full moon today will THESE 4 zodiacs wrecked! Are you among them?
Nobody really counts down to their next big cry but the wave of relief that washes over after in unmatched. Some will have today's full moon to thank for that
Published on Jan 13, 2025 09:01 PM IST
Bombshell makeup, milky toners: Celeb-approved beauty trends set to boom in 2025
Clean girl aesthetic can take a back seat, as can slick serums. Gen Z celebs like Sabrina Carpenter and Hailey Bieber are forecasting 2025's beauty trend boom
Published on Jan 13, 2025 05:20 PM IST
This is how Masaba's daughter's name Matara, is connected to her own
Masaba is a few months old to the mothership club and she seems to be enjoying every second of it. Case in point, this heartfelt name reveal for her daughter
Published on Jan 13, 2025 02:27 PM IST
Chana saag to gud chawal: The ultimate Lohri 2025 menu for a quick get-together!
Want to throw a quick Lohri get-together but worried about having an elaborate menu? These quick, scrumptious recipes will leave everyone licking their fingers!
Published on Jan 13, 2025 01:03 PM IST