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WtzupKochi City Awards 2015

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Kochi, 25th Nov:  The first ever city awards for Kochi, WtzupKochi City Awards presented by Autotree and powered by Renault in association with Crowne Plaza and Lulu Connect took place at Crowne Plaza on November 25th, 2015 with a star studded guest list coming together to celebrate Kochi and its many talents. The city awards is the first of its kind for Kochi and it was a venture to identify Kochi’s favorite spots and show off the best the city has to offer. The categories varied from favorite food joints, to shopping outlets and talents. The grand evening was graced with a fantastic audience who revelled in the one of a kind event. District Collector M.G Rajamanickam, IAS, along with Major Ravi, Beena Kannan, Sheela Kochouseph and Vijay Yesudas shared their perspectives on how Kochi is an uprising city and how WtzupKochi City Awards is a positive concept to celebrate Kochi.  The first ever city awards was a grand success and it was attended by many celebrities like Tovino Thomas, Unni Mukundan, Sunny Wayne, Ranjini Jose, Nikhil Menon, Ranjith Sankar, Mamas, Shritha Sivadas, Rejith Menon and Sanju among others who added to the glamor of the event. All the twenty winners including Dulquer Salmaan, Poornima Indrajith and Parvathy were awarded at this exciting and heartwarming event, accompanied by toe tapping numbers from the band, Vidwan led by Neha Nair. The first ever WtzupKochi City Awards was a time for celebration and appreciation, but the biggest winner of all was Kochi.

The list of award winners included some of the most illustrious names in Kochi. Nishad N.P., Nashid N.P. and Abdul Nazar N.P. accepted the award for Nucleus Properties as Kochi’s Favorite Builder. The Kochi’s Favorite Cafe award went to Tonico Cafe, a buzzing hub in Kakkanad by Josco Group, and the award was accepted by the owner and MD of Josco Group, Mr. Tony Jose. Also present at the event was Poornima Indrajith, the founder of Pranaah who won the award for Kochi’s favorite boutique. Adding to the star quotient was actress Parvathy(‘Ennu ninte Moideen’ fame), who accepted the award for Favorite Actress. Dulquer Salmaan shared his love and gratitude for Kochi in selecting him as the Favorite Actor. The Lulu Hypermarket, that has indeed changed the way Kochiites shopped, was awarded the Kochi’s Favorite Shopping Destination and Sudheesh Nair, GM of Lulu Hypermarket, received the award.

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The winners expressed their joy to have been voted by Kochiites,and  to know that their work was being appreciated. When the award for Favorite Street Food Joint was received by Mr. Nissar from Adipoli Thattukada, he mentioned that he had been in the profession for twenty five years and getting this award was indeed momentous. Poornima Indrajith surprised everyone  as she received the award for her brand Pranaah (Kochi’s Favorite Boutique), when she paid homage to Beena Kannan, sharing anecdotes about her modeling days with Seematti and how the Seematti CEO and lead designer was her role model. The organizers surprised Poornima Indrajith with a birthday cake and she was joined onstage by Beena Kannan, Parvathy and Vijay Yesudas.

The voting process of WtzupKochi City Awards was open to all, and over 60,000 Kochiites registered to choose their favorites. In a dazzling battle for the top position in twenty categories, nominees went head to head since September, 2015 to be chosen as Kochi’s Favorite through the WtzupCity.com website and mobile app. Two lucky voters, Roban Gilbert and Shalin Sebastian, won flight tickets to UAE and received the tickets from Anil Vijayan, manager South India Air Arabia. The first ever WtzupKochi City Awards presented by Autotree and powered by Renault in association with Crowne Plaza and Lulu Connect,  sets a milestone in Kochi’s progress and was a grand event that paid tribute to the talents in the city. The sponsors of the event were Lulu Mall, Red FM, Indian Express, Media Box Office, Time Ads, One TV, Air Arabia and FWD Life. The annual awards will continue with the support it has garnered to keep celebrating the best of Kochi.

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The L’Oréal Paris Show at Paris Fashion Week 2024

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The L’Oréal Paris runway at Paris Fashion Week 2024 was a captivating spectacle, celebrating women’s empowerment, inclusion, and sisterhood under the theme “Walk Your Worth.” A star-studded lineup of global icons brought glamour to the stage.

Kendall Jenner stole the spotlight in a bold red mesh asymmetric dress, paired with a vibrant lip and striking bleach blonde hair. Alia Bhatt, making her much-anticipated debut at Paris Fashion Week, dazzled in a metallic silver bustier and black off-shoulder jumpsuit. Eva Longoria mesmerized in a sheer organza gown with a daring high slit, dripping in diamonds.

Other standout moments included Cara Delevingne rocking a red silk trench coat and high-waisted hot pants, while Jane Fonda exuded elegance in a shimmering silver trench, styled with metallic trainers. The event also featured appearances from Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Heidi Klum, and Simone Ashley, each bringing their unique flair to the runway.

Kendal Jenner

Eva Longaria

Aishwarya Rai

Anitta

Viola Davis and Simone Ashley

Jane Fonda

Heidi Klum

Andie MacDowell

Cara Delevingne

Belinda Peregrin

Bethenny Frankel

Aja Naomi King

Beatrice Vio

Samadhi Zendejas

Alia Bhatt

Camila Cabello

 

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Love in Simplicity: Aditi and Siddharth’s Ethereal Wedding Day

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When celebrities tie the knot, their weddings are often surrounded by a whirlwind of excitement. Strict ‘no-photo’ policies, tight security, and exclusive press appearances keep much of the event under wraps, but fans always sense when something special is happening. So when we scrolled through Instagram today and stumbled upon the wedding photos of actors Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth, it was a delightful surprise that instantly brought a smile to our faces. Yes, the lovebirds have officially tied the knot, and their dreamy wedding pictures look like something straight out of a fairytale.

The most endearing aspect of Aditi and Siddharth’s wedding is the sheer simplicity that radiates an overwhelming sense of serenity and grace. The bride and groom looked ethereal as they exchanged vows in the presence of their closest loved ones. The pure joy on their faces is simply contagious, making their day of love all the more heartwarming.

Aditi looks breathtakingly beautiful as a bride in her beige Sabyasachi saree, adorned with traditional gold jewelry that perfectly complements the intricate border of her wedding attire. Her handsome groom, Siddharth, keeps it classic in a white kurta pajama. The love between them is undeniable, and seeing the way Siddharth gazes at Aditi will make you wish for someone who looks at you with the same adoration.

We couldn’t be happier for the newlyweds! Here’s to wishing Mrs. and Mr. Adu-Siddhu a lifetime filled with love, joy, and endless happiness.

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The VMA 2024 Red Carpet Looks

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The MTV Video Music Awards red carpet may not have the prestige of events like the Oscars or Cannes, but it has always delivered its own brand of unforgettable fashion drama. For decades, the VMAs have been a playground for bold and daring celebrity looks. Calling the event’s style “unconventional” is putting it mildly, as the red carpet has famously seen everything from sequin nipple pasties to dresses made entirely of meat.

This year was no exception, with stars stepping out in their most provocative ensembles. The 2024 VMAs red carpet featured standout moments like Chappell Roan in custom Y/Project, Anitta in custom Dolce & Gabbana, and Lisa in vintage Mugler. Below, we’ve rounded up our favorite fashion moments from the night.

Sabrina Carpenter in archival Bob Mackie and De Beers


Chappell Roan in Y/Project

Taylor Swift in Christian Dior, Stuart Weitzman, and Lorraine Schwartz

Tyla in Area

Megan Thee Stallion

Camila Cabello

Alessandra Ambrosio

Lil Nas X

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom

Tate McRae

The Kid Laroi

Tinashe in Rick Owens

Addison Rae in Miss Claire Sullvian

Margaret Qualley in Chanel and Jack Antonoff

Shawn Mendes

Suki Waterhouse in Dolce & Gabbana

Nicky Rothschild

Paris Hilton

Halle Bailey

Halsey

Anitta

Alejandra Espinoza

Le Sserafim

Laura Whitmore

DJ Khaled

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