The Heritage Issue
Starring Divya Khosla Kumar
She's a talented actor, a successful director, an award-winning philanthropist, and a highly-followed fashion icon. She's also upholding the legacy of the T-Series empire as Bhushan Kumar's better half. In this exclusive shoot at the star's beautiful home, Aza gets a glimpse into the life of the wonder woman that is Divya Khosla Kumar.
Photographs by Amit Khanna; Styled by Sukriti Grover; Styling Assistant Vani Gupta, Nehan Ansari & Nidhi Jain; HMU by Shraddha Mishra; PR Consultant Communique Film PR; Creative Direction by Arthi Medithi; Words by Sreemita Bhattacharya
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Designer, Mayyur Girotra Couture; Necklace, Urban Thesaurus & mymotifs; Maangtikka, RaAbta by Rahul; Bangles, Urban Thesaurus, mymotifs & RaAbta by Rahul; Rings, Anayah Jewellery & Urban Thesaurus
Home & Hearth
Growing up, I always aspired to become an actress. I was modelling by the time I was in college and, eventually, I got my first break in cinema. But, in the back of my mind, I knew I could do more to express my creativity. I guess that's what drove me to take up direction.
Dreams & Aspirations
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Designer, Angad Singh; Neckpiece, Riana by Shikha Jindal; Maangtikka, Kohar by Kanika; Headband, Rubans Jewellery; Bangles, Aquamarine Jewellery & mymotifs; Rings, Urban Thesaurus & Aquamarine Jewellery
There's one thing that I'd like to mention as both a pro and a con of being a part of the T-Series empire - there's a tremendous amount of responsibility. While these expectations help me make careful and conscious choices, they also fill me with nerves.
Legacy & Responsibility
Honestly, I'm not aware if people are intimidated by me. What I can say is that carving a career path for myself hasn't been easy because I'm a part of the T-Series family. Like anyone else chasing their dreams, I have had to prove myself with every project that I have been a part of.
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Designer, Ariyana Couture; Neckpiece, Bangle, Hand harness, RaAbta by Rahul; Headband, Curio Cottage; Rings, Urban Thesaurus & Anayah Jewellery
Love & Romance
I didn't watch many films growing up. But since I've always loved the quintessential Bollywood brand of romance, those films served as my inspiration. Yes, I'm a die-hard romantic. Bhushan and I have our moments - both of us are romantic in our own ways!
Music & Direction
I feel music is one of the key things that you remember a movie by. For decades now, T-Series has been giving this industry and our audience one hit song after another. So yes,music selection for our projects is a significant activity.
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Designer, Osaa by Adarsh; Neckpiece, Rubans Jewellery; Bangles, Riana by Shikha Jindal; Earrings, RaAbta by Rahul; Rings, Minerali, Riana by Shikha Jindal, Aquamarine Jewellery & Anayah Jewellery
Fashion & Style
Fashion to me is all about self-expression. While I enjoy experimenting with colours, I tend to gravitate towards outfits that reflect my personality. I'm a firm advocate of promoting everything that India has to offer.
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Designer, Sana Barreja; Neckpieces, Meraki By HarshiniVjayJethani & Minerali; Bangles, Kohar by Kanika & Urban Thesaurus; Rings, Anayah Jewellery & mymotifs
Philanthropy & Leadership
I'm extremely particular about spending quality time with Ruhaan. He's the light of my life and my inspiration. He has a vibrant personality, so there's never a dull moment with him around