The month of October is buzzing with festivities in full swing, be it Durga Pujo or Diwali — or even the wedding season! After a two-year lull, this resurgence makes all the celebrations this time around even more special. So HELLO! has brought to you a bumper wedding and festive special issue with a lot for everyone to take home!

We’re back with our annual Bridal Black Book, an exhaustive guide and the last word in wedding planning. From the best wedding destinations, planners and caterers, to the most coveted names in fashion, beauty and jewellery, we make it easier for you to plan your D-Day — a must-read for every bride- and groom-to-be!

Our cover girl, the sensuous Janhvi Kapoor, plays the perfect muse for India’s top couturier Manish Malhotra’s stunning new bridal collection. Their connect dates back to when Manish became the first designer to style the late Sridevi for her movies and consequently watched Janhvi grow into the woman she is today. His bond with Sridevi carries on with Janhvi, whom he styled for HELLO!’s cover shoot at his Mumbai home, bringing out their camaraderie. From the exquisite collection to Janhvi looking stunning in Manish’s creations, our cover story this issue is truly a feast for your eyes.