The festive season is here, and with that comes our grand festive issue!Actress Kashika Kapoor, who is making her debut with Tollywood film TrueLove, lights up our cover! Hailing from a non-filmi background, Kashikaalways makes heads turn with her charming smile and striking features.Check out the Cover Story to find out more about her life, how she becamethe face of an international video game project, and more! Festivals in India bring families together and smiles to everyone’s faces.While Dussehra or Vijayadashmi, bring all the aspects of feasting,dancing and a fondness for celebrating the victory of good over eviltogether elegantly and magically, Diwali illuminates joy and transcendsthe whole of India into a land of myriad lamps. Overall, festivities in Indiahave all the charm, grandeur and splendour that illuminate our mindsand hearts, while promoting the much-needed peace, harmony andbrotherhood in society. Turn to our Feature Story, which commemorates thefestival of the triumph of light over darkness, where 10 families from thecity reveal how they have planned India’s biggest festival this year andtheir rituals that make it so special. We also have an exclusive interview with Kishan Pedhapally, a man whohas a staggering depth of knowledge about the world of wine. Consumedby the vision of putting India on the world’s wine map, Kishan, wholaunched his label, ASAV Wines, in 2016, works to maintain the purityand perfection in each bottle to create craftsman luxury wine. Stopover atPeople in Focus, where Kishan provides great detail on his ideas and plansfor the festivals. From sugar-laden sweets to snacks and feasts heavy on oil and salt,especially with the delicacies in India, festive eating tends to tip towardsunhealthy indulgence. For people with diabetes, the time around Dussherato Diwali can be challenging – but important – to manage. Check ourMind and Body, where we share tips to help manage diabetes during thefestive season. And tell us what you think. If you have any suggestions, comments orqueries, please e-mail me at publisher@you-and-i.com.
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