Impact Duty

Anmol Singh is the founder of The Banjara Trail . She creates exquisite fusion designs with traditional Indian embroidery.  The Banjara Trail works with women from rural and village communities in India with the hope of creating empowerment, financial stability and sustainable living for the women and their families, as well as retaining craftsmanship and handwork skills synonymous with the R...

Riddhi Deorah is an entrepreneur, coach and social media content creator.   After graduating from Cambridge and the London School of Economics, she founded a luxury apparel brand with its flagship store in New Delhi.  Karma had different plans for Riddhi and she got certified as a Parenting Expert & Life Coach and founded her company Easy Parenting Hub .  Riddhi has impacted ove...

Piya Marker is a besotted mother. She has been a special educator for over two decades and is currently the director and head of the Aditya Birla Integrated School (TABIS) for children with learning difficulties. TABIS has won many awards and accolades under her leadership. Piya is a passionate educator who strives to make an impact, one child at a time. To reach out to more parents, Piya sta...

Priyanka Bharwani of A Mom in Love is a blogger, influencer and lifestyle personality. Her presence on social media has grown over the last few years with content that resonates with mothers and women in India and around the globe. Her sense of style is unique with wardrobe essentials that are accessible and affordable and work well for the everyday woman who juggles many roles. Meet Priyanka Bhar...

Richa Begani was born in Kuwait and educated in Switzerland, and it was love that brought her to India. Wife of one and mother of two, she has a whole lot of experience to share and started her page on fashion, beauty, motherhood a few years ago. She created a space to share lifestyle tips with women near and far. Richa believes she can slowly influence a lot of women to be confident in what they...

Nikita has always been an avid foodie and the lockdown gave her an opportunity to convert this passion into a successful brand with Salt In All . As a recipe developer and food blogger, Nikita is drawn to indigenous ingredients and brands, which she highlights through her dishes. Her love for food has also taken her to places remote and famous, to document local cuisines. Nikita’s ultimate goal is...

Salil Acharya is an Indian actor, VJ, radio jockey and television host. Salil made his Bollywood debut in Mohit Suri's Awarapan co-starring Emraan Hashmi and Ashutosh Rana. He has donned many hats and his schooling and theatre background has given him a skill set that he has honed to create his space and place in the media world. The pandemic has seen the emergence of his podcast, Off Script With...

Bhakti Kapoor is a health enthusiast who has practised healthy eating and exercise as a way of life. Bhakti is a strong proponent of holistic well being and integrates the science behind nutrition with food options that are traditional, local and easily available.  She believes in curating a road map for individual fitness needs, be it weight management or the treatment of lifestyle diseases...

Deepak Tijori is a film director, actor and producer with close to three decades in the film industry. He's well known for his roles in Aashiqui, Khiladi, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, Anjaam and many more. He started his directorial career with the film Oops and has directed and produced several TV serials. Ittar is his new film about a mature love story, and will release soon. His directorial venture,...

Anjali Kanthan is an Indian girl from Hong Kong who fell in love with music at a very young age. As she grew up, she found opportunities to pursue both dance and acting as well, and soon discovered her passion for performing and entertaining. As she balances her full time role as a university student and her content creation on her social media platforms, Anjali continues to grow her love for musi...

A mother by occupation and an actor by profession, Shweta Kawaatra says she is a work in progress. With a keen interest in the human mind, Shweta has educated herself in the study of psychology and the art of being a conscious parent. A depression survivor and a student of Nichiren Buddhism, Shweta is convinced of the dignity of human life and that adversity can be humankind’s best friend.

A nutritionist and dietician, Gayatri Chona believes, "Health is about living healthy, feeling great, enjoying the food you love and loving the energy you get from exercise." With a degree in Dietetics, a Masters in Human Nutrition and over 12 years of experience, Gayatri has worked towards sharing her knowledge about the science of food and the importance of a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.

Tarun Mansukhani is a Bollywood director, writer and creative producer. His experience spans over two decades in Bollywood, which includes directing the iconic Dostana with Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham. His show as creative producer, Dil Bekaraar , released on Disney+ Hotstar recently.

Natasha Desai is a digital content creator, a stylist and an influencer with her own unique take on style and fashion. She has amassed a bank of knowledge in fashion, lifestyle and beauty. A mother of twins, she successfully juggles her world of social media and styling with motherhood.

Manik Kaur is one of the first etiquette and grooming coaches in India who has combined the aspect of grooming and etiquette with compassion, empathy and mindful living. With the tag line "Be your best version inside and out", she aims to influence the minds of many towards making the world more positive, polished and compassionate.  Manik is also a motivational speaker, writer and a blogger...

Tanya Khubchandani Vatsa is an author of the book, All You Need To Know About Parenting. She is also a well known content creator with Mommy Diaries on Instagram and is a healthcare strategist. In addition to managing Khubchandani Healthcare and its verticals, she also works as a social media consultant with well-known companies.

Ritika Betala is a marketing manager by profession and food enthusiast by passion, Ritika always has her hands and plate full. She explores the best vegetarian dishes, cafes and restaurants in Mumbai and across the country through her travels on FoodiesofIndia . Ritika has been to 23 countries and spent 4 months on a ship during her college years. This has given her the opportunity to explore food...

Kalyan Karmakar is a food and travel writer based in Mumbai. He is also a newbie cat dad and a rather besotted one at that.

Divya Seth Shah is an actor, animist, animal lover, environmentalist, writer and singer. With a host of talents and skills, she has graced our screens for over three decades in a variety of roles that have warmed our hearts and touched our souls.

Anjalina Chugani is a passionate and emotional cook, connecting strongly with her Indian roots. Born and raised in London, she’s a citizen of the world, having lived in London, Bangalore, and now Barcelona. She has travelled far to connect with her extended family and believes that the best education is travel.

Khushnaz Ashdin Turner is a fashionista who has a bank of knowledge in beauty, wellness and travel. Her skills and innate talents have allowed her to create a niche on social media. The recent lockdowns in India have ignited her healthy cooking creations, which she posts regularly on Instagram. The last decade has seen shifts in perspectives, a boost in self-confidence and a connection with her es...

Shiksha Mahtani , aka Bollygirl , is an On Air TV Host, Radio Jockey, and Celebrity Interviewer. She interviews guests for her own Bollywood Talk Radio Show called "Bollywood Break", as well as hosts and interviews for Pinkvilla USA. She is well known for her BollyChallenge dance videos on social media where she dances like various Bollywood stars.

Maadhuri R Sharma is a practicing nutritionist and is the first Indian to win the title of Mrs. Earth International in 2016 and is a goodwill ambassador for Mrs. Universe International. She has been a model, TV show host and was Mrs. India 2015.

Deepinder Sehgal is a lawyer by profession and a social activist working on various humanitarian projects. She volunteered as a keynote speaker and a forerunner for the rally held at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in Rome, Italy, in support of the ongoing farmers' protest in India. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this interview do not necessarily refect those...

A passionate foodie and creative, Maria de Conceicao is a photographer who has carved out a career for herself in food-photography, food-styling and recipe development. She lives in Switzerland with her Swiss beau and two children.