🎉 GTA folks! The ultimate Bollywood summer weekend is almost here!

From July 24–26, Mississauga Celebration Square will come alive with Bollywood Monster Mashup (@bollywoodmonstermashup), bringing together Neeraj Shridhar, the only Canadian stop of Jolly Mukherjee & Priyanka Mitra`s R.D. Burman tribute tour, an outdoor screening of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge 🎬 , a Bollywood Wedding Fashion Show, food contests, and more than 40 food vendors 🍛

💃 If Bollywood is your love language, you won`t want to miss this FREE three-day celebration of music, movies, food, fashion, and culture.

ANOKHI is proud to return as a media collaborator for #BollywoodMonster Mashup 2026, and we`re excited to bring you everything you need to know before the festivities begin.

✨ Tap the link in our bio to read our complete guide and start planning your weekend!
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THE ULTIMATE BOLLYWOOD SUMMER WEEKEND: Neeraj Shridhar, DDLJ & 3 Days Of Non-Stop Entertainment In Mississauga

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☀️ Brown skin isn`t immune to sun damage!

If you`re using retinol to fade pigmentation, smooth fine lines, or improve texture, there`s one step you can`t afford to skip: sunscreen.

In this guide, discover:
✨ How to introduce retinol without irritating your skin
☀️ Why sunscreen is non-negotiable for retinol users
🧴 The best retinol and sunscreen recommendations for your face, neck, and body
✈️ Smart travel-friendly skincare tips that keep your routine on track

Read the ultimate retinol and sunscreen guide for brown skin.

✍ Meena Khan @meenalaregina | Beauty Editor
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IS YOUR SUNCARE ON POINT? The Ultimate Retinol & Sunscreen Guide For Brown Skin

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#SummerSkincare #Hyperpigmentation #AnokhiLife #AnokhiLifestyle #AnokhiMedia

🥥 Ever been called a "coconut"?

For many South Asians, it`s more than just a word; it`s a complicated conversation about identity, belonging, and growing up between two worlds.

Playwright, performer, and tabla artist Nawaaz Makhani (@curiousnawaaz) transforms those lived experiences into the award-winning Canadian play @bolbrownboybol; a deeply personal story of culture, healing, and finding your voice.

✨ Read our exclusive interview with Nawaaz, along with our review of the powerful production, and discover why this story is resonating with audiences across Canada.

✍ Mehak Kapoor @makeba_93 | Entertainment Editor
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Ever Been Called A "Coconut"? See How Award-Winning Canadian Play ‘bol, brown boy, bol’ Addresses This

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@bolbrownboybol @curiousnawaaz @tiffgnocchi @blemmefataleproductions @robinlesli @nativeearthperformingarts

#BolBrownBoyBol #NawaazMakhani #SouthAsianTheatre #AnokhiLife #AnokhiLifestyle #AnokhiMagazine

🌿☀️ What if your backyard became everyone`s favourite place this summer?

Forget expensive renovations. The ultimate Desi summer patio is all about creating a space where chai is always brewing, conversations last for hours, carrom comes out after dinner, and nobody wants to go back inside. 🫖✨

From cozy floor seating and warm décor to a dedicated chai station, games, and lush greenery, we`ve rounded up 7 simple ideas to transform your outdoor space into the ultimate summer hangout.

Which idea are you trying first? 👇

✍ Kiran Razzak @kiranrkhanandco | Lifestyle Editor
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The Ultimate Desi Summer Patio: Your Step-By-Step Guide To Creating The Perfect Outdoor Space

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✨ ANOKHI MAGAZINE’s JULY COVER REVEAL IS HERE & YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE WHO IT IS ✨
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Cover Story: Papa Don’t Preach’s Fashion Architect SHUBHIKA SHARMA On Creating Fearless Self-Expression & Dressing Without Permission
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Meet SHUBHIKA SHARMA (@shubhikasharma), the founder and creative force behind one of India’s most acclaimed fashion houses, PAPA DON’T PREACH (@papadontpreachbyshubhika) 🪡🧵👘👗🥻👑

Through bold design, vibrant storytelling, and exceptional craftsmanship, she has built one of India`s most recognizable brands in maximalist fashion 👑

But behind every collection is a story of purposeful creativity, steadfast conviction, and building something that every client can call their own 👩🏽👨🏻👩🏿‍🦱👩🏻‍🦰🧔🏽‍♀️

In an exclusive interview that offers one of her deepest insights yet, Shubhika reveals:

🏰 Why stepping into a Papa Don`t Preach store feels more like entering a fantasy world than a boutique
🧵 Why every garment proudly carries the name of the artisan who created it
✂️ The surprising reason you`ll never find visible size labels on Papa Don`t Preach pieces
📚 The childhood gift that shaped Shubhika`s creative journey
💬 The one thing she wishes women would stop apologizing for
🌍 Why her vision for the future is simply: "India to the world."

Tell us in the comments: What do you admire most about Shubhika Sharma and Papa Don`t Preach?

Thank you to @lotusbloomofficial for the introduction to Shubhika ❤️🙏🏽🤗

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✍ Raj Girn @rajgirn | Founder, CEO

📸 Photo Credit: Ripudaman Singh, Dillusions Photography.

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