pThere are cultural seasons… and then there are cultural shifts. This month, India finds itself in the midst of the latter. Across the country, something extraordinary is unfolding — a creative awakening that is louder, braver, and more imaginative than anything we have witnessed in recent years. From world-class international productions taking centre stage in Mumbai to spiritually charged musical gatherings in Rajasthan, from Goa’s multidisciplinary art melas to Bengaluru’s eco-forward music weekends, India’s cultural landscape is not just expanding — it is transforming.brIn the months ahead, the calendar is like a celebration of every facet of creativity. Turn to Feature Story to know what’s happening around the country that is making Indians seek experiences rooted in culture, community, and creative curiosity. brOn our cover this month is Kalyani Saha Chawla, a woman whose journey in luxury, entrepreneurship, and brand storytelling has shaped India’s contemporary design vocabulary. Her decade-long role at Christian Dior Couture India became the blueprint for luxury communication in the country. Rezon Luxury Silverware, she continues to redefine the intersection of style, business, and cultural identity. Her recent appearance on The Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives has brought her effortless charm and sharp wit to — and we’re delighted to feature her.p divIn People in Focus, we spotlight two remarkable women shaping inner and sensory worlds in their own way. Shradha Salla, Life Coach, Astro-Vastu Expert, and Founder of “I Love Me,” shares her powerful philosophy: healing begins when we choose ourselves. We also feature Sheetal Desai, Founder of WiSDom Fragrances and a seasoned perfumery expert. Her work reminds us that fragrance is more than aroma — it is memory, belonging, and the emotional architecture of our lives.div div div divIn our In the Spotlight section, we feature artists Nehal Rachh and Nilaoyy Nandi, whose collaborative studio, Brhmmn, is a testament to how friendship, shared philosophy, and decades of individual mastery can converge into a singular artistic voice.div div div pThis month, we also bring you Payal Kapoor, a gallerist who shaped contemporary Indian art long before it became fashionable. Her journey with Arushi Arts is a story of clarity, conviction, and uncompromising dedication to artists and ideas that matter.p divOur Grand Getaways section features actress Tia Bajpai, who takes us through her Dubai sojourn — a trip that blended work, family, and the deep personal rejuvenation travel brings her.div div div divAnd in Wedding Moments, we bring you glimpses from the elegant celebration of Vedant Birla and Tejal Kulkarniat the St. Regis Mumbai — a reception that beautifully balanced tradition with modern charm.div div div pIf you have any suggestions, comments or queries, please e-mail me at bra hrefmailto:publisheryou-and-i.com target_blank relnoopenerpublisheryou-and-i.comap