ThursdayCamping fun If your kids are always complaining of boredom during the summer break, Cradle & Swings Preschool’s Story Ka Pitara summer camp will keep them engaged all summer. TIME 4.30 pm to 6 pmAT Cradle & Swings Preschool, JB Nagar, Andheri East. CALL 9820150447ENTRY Rs 400 onwards FridayMaestro’s memories NCPA will bring mridangam maestro Palghat Raghu’s (right) artistry back to life. Nad Ninad is an erudite listening session guided by the maestro’s grandchildren Anantha R Krishnan (below) and Abhishek Raghuraman, featuring audio and video excerpts of Raghu’s recordings from the 1980s.TIME 6.30 pmAT Experimental Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point. LOG ON TO ncpamumbai.com SaturdayTrippy tunes Pic Courtesy/@spryk.in Experience Spryk’s audiovisual extravaganza as he blends electro-folk sounds with techno-magic visuals in his aims to scratch your brain with his ineffable multimedia performance Neural Natak as part of G5A’s Imaginative Intelligences. TIME 9.30 pm AT G5A Warehouse, Mahalaxmi West. LOG ON TO urbanaut.appENTRY Rs 1499 onwards Walk into change Participants discuss observations during a walk in Dadar Although we are four months into 2026, you can still take up that New Year’s resolution to walk more. The Walking Project aims to engage both your brain and your body with their community walk which encourages its pedestrians to assess the walkability of the city, and observe its changing nature, as they saunter along their neighbourhood.Meeting tIme 9 pmMeeting point BKC Metro Station, Government Colony, Bandra East. LOG ON TO @walkingprojectindia SundayJump into action Pic Courtesy/mischieftreks If you feel a little adventurous, add cliff jumping to your list. Join this one-day trek to Kalmandavi waterfall in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, and let your inner explorer go wild. TIME 5.30 am MEETING POINT Virar Phata, Palghar. LOG ON TO mischieftreks.comENTRY Rs 750 onwards Laugh attack Pic Courtesy/@inder.sahani1 Inder Sahani brings his nation-wide stand up tour, Ab Hai Aapki Bari, to Mumbai. If you are a fan of side-splitting crowd work and snarky punchlines, this is the place to be.TIME 8.30 pmMEETING POINT Backspace, Majiwada, Thane West. LOG ON TO in.bookmyshow.comENTRY Rs 699
16 April,2026 09:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Saanvi BhosaleThe G5A Foundation and Seagull Books have collaborated to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of the Bengali legend Mahasweta Devi. The event will consist of a screening of Talking Writing, a documentary directed by Pushan Kripalani, featuring the writer in conversation with author and theatre practitioner Naveen Kishore. It will be followed by a performance by Kishore and Anubha Fatehpuria and a conversation with Kripalani. The ‘performative’ aspect, Kishore tells us, is “to extend the older time of the film into this newer time by voicing on stage our memories and reading from her writing”. Pushan Kripalani and Naveen Kishore Kripalani recalls his early memories of reading the writer. “We all have read the occasional short story like Draupadi and Mother of 1084 in school.” In 2003, while sitting in Kishore’s office, he came across a transcript of Kishore’s interview with Mahasweta Devi. “What seemed to me was that this wasn’t simply a publisher speaking to his author. This was a complicated, interesting relationship of depth, trust, and knowledge,” he tells us. This relationship was built over the years. When Kishore had started his publishing house, it featured books on theatre, art and cinema. A volume of five plays by Devi was published too. “Little did we know that this would become a rock-solid relationship, not just between a publisher and author but also a friendship. An intimate one, where anything and everything was a conversation of relevance,” reveals Kishore. Mahasweta Devi during a felicitation in New Delhi. File Pic In the documentary, the format of the long conversation is maintained. “There’s a lot that happens when people speak to each other, unencumbered by the structure of a regular interview. I thought how interesting it would be if I could possibly find a balance between Kishore’s gaze of her and my gaze of them,” shares Kripalani. The two are heard switching seamlessly between English and Bengali during the interview, having achieved a level of comfort. As the artistes pay tribute, they believe Devi remains relevant today. “The thematics are the same — the thematics of oppression, power, and personal revolution. She was very clever with looking at individual stories which are reflective of larger problems; I miss that,” Kripalani concludes. ON April 17; 7 pm to 9 pmAT G5A Warehouse, Laxmi Mills Estate, Mahalaxmi West. LOG ON TO g5afoundation.org (for event tickets)ENTRY Rs 499 Reading reccos >> Mother of 1084>> Chotti Munda>> Breast Stories>> Truth/Untruth- Naveen Kishore
16 April,2026 09:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Nandini VarmaRain check Antarctic expedition Take a sip every time you learn something new at this bar lecture that explores how Polar waters in the Southern Ocean might have a domino effect on Mumbai’s monsoon. Marine biogeochemist Dr Amber Annett will investigate how ocean mixing in the Polar regions impacts climate worldwide.ON April 19; 4 pmAT Woodside Inn, Pali Naka, Bandra West.LOG ON TO urbanaut.appENTRY Rs 699 Tickle your brain A previous improv comedy class. PIC COURTESY/Krishan Hooda Being funny takes practice. Join the Improv 101 class by The Negative to learn the basics of stage comedy. Led by theatre actors Krishan Hooda and Neeltarni Pratap, the session helps you shed stage fear and think on your feet.ON April 18; 10 amAT Veda Black Box, Veda Factory, Aram Nagar Part 2, Versova. LOG ON TO @thenegativeschoolENTRY Revealed on registration Ctrl+P A linocut print of a fish. PIC COURTESY/@BDLMUSEUM Learn the secrets of linocut, the handmade printmaking technique that intrigued greats like Pablo Picasso. Layer your stamps, and bring your designs to life at this workshop that runs parallel to the vibrant Ticket Tika Chaap exhibition.ON April 19; 11.30 amAT Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum, Byculla. LOG ON TO @bdlmuseumENTRY Rs 158 Meet your matcha Matcha Latte. PIC COURTESY/SUBKO What exactly is matcha, and why is everyone around you suddenly obsessed with it? This workshop at a city café breaks down its types, history and cultural roots, before showing you how to whisk a proper cup.ON April 19; 10 amAT Subko HQ – The Workery, Ramaji Talekar Chowk, Byculla East.LOG ON TO subko.coffeeENTRY Rs 595 Is that a bird? Sighting a bird in the urban forest is not pure luck. Grab your binoculars and head to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park where a workshop for young enthusiasts will decode the art of hearing, sighting and identifying birds.ON April 18; 9 amAT Nature Interpretation Centre, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivli East. CALL 8655202903LOG ON TO @sanjaygandhi nationalparkENTRY Rs 700
16 April,2026 09:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish KambleIt began as a way to celebrate the little indie record store, you know?” reminisces Jude de Souza over a phone call. In the last decade, he has overseen the Mahim hub of The Revolver Club evolve from a niche hangout for vinyl collectors to the place to be for a generation looking to stand out in a digital-friendly world. On Saturday, the club will mark their 10th Record Store Day with a celebration that expands across the country. Visitors browse through vinyl records at previous Record Store Day celebrations The event will be celebrated simultaneously across Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, and their new space in Fontainhas, Goa. “A key part this year is the celebration of Gauhar Jaan. She was the first Indian face on a 78 RPM,” de Souza emphasises. Born in 1873 in Kolkata, she became the first Indian singer to agree to record her voice for The Gramophone Company of Fred Gaisberg in 1902. But it was the use of her image, on record covers, matchboxes in Austria and Switzerland, as well as on cigarette cards that immortalised her as a cult figure. Gauhar Jaan. PICS COURTESY/THE REVOLVER CLUB; Wikimedia Commons To this end, the club has reached out to India Post to petition the inclusion of the 19th Century singer on a stamp. “The year 2030 will mark the 100th anniversary of her passing, and we hope to help publish a stamp in her name. We will hold a signatory campaign at the clubs over the weekend,” he shares. The weekend will also witness some rare collectibles on display — from Jimi Hendrix to Pink Floyd and Dire Straits — for a younger generation to savour. DJ Dave Switchenko will turn the vinyl sound into a communal experience for visitors. “Many of them have not heard of these bands, but are curious and embracing the sense of ownership, of listening to whole albums as a collective experience,” de Souza reveals. Jude de Souza ON April 18; 12 pm onwardsAT The Revolver Club, Lady Jamshedji Road, Mahim West.LOG ON TO therevolverclub.com (to register) ENTRY RSVP mandatory Get your collectible fix Gauhar Jaan imprintDo not miss the special edition artistic recreation of the iconic singer’s likeness that was once present on matchboxes across Europe. It’s memorabilia worth taking home. Dire Straits-1978Aside from the New Wave aesthetic, the back cover comes with mugshots of Mark Knopfler and the band, with song lyrics to boot. Pink Floyd - Obscured by Clouds, 1972This is a collector’s special, and one of the band’s more complete bluesy, melodic compilations with tracks like Free Four and Wot’s…Uh The Deal included. The Jimi Hendrix Experience-Smash HitsThe name alone should draw collectors to this record. The vinyl pressing, with its Rastafarian colour text, is certainly catchy to say the least. Pink Floyd-RelicsGrotesque masks? Check. This rare album cover is a throwback to a time when not everything had to be aesthetically pleasing and curated.
16 April,2026 09:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram IyengarBougie brigade Rakul Preet Singh served up sunshine in Bandra on Wednesday, stepping out of a cosy café with husband Jackky Bhagnani. While her logo-loaded shades and crossbody made their statement, her Birkenstocks quietly stole the show — flats are Rakul’s new go-to since a spinal injury last year, and she’s wearing them with unapologetic ease History served hot While Mumbai was awash in the signature blue of Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14 — complete with a glowing tribute in lights across the Sea Link — a similar gravity was felt thousands of miles away in Manhattan’s East Village, albeit on a smaller scale. Chef Vikas Khanna transformed the glass facade of his acclaimed NYC eatery, Bungalow, with a floral tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar, marking the milestone with a resonance that transcends fine dining. It is a bold, beautiful move that anchors the restaurant’s soaring ambition in the very foundations of Indian democracy and social justice. Vikas Khanna “Ambedkar’s ideals have deeply shaped my journey — both in life and in the kitchen,” Vikas notes, his usual high-energy charm giving way to a grounded solemnity. While the words are wonderful, Vikas truly leads with action. He has long been our most eloquent culinary diplomat, but with Bungalow, he has graduated from merely serving food to curating culture. With a blue lotus designed lovingly, petal by petal, on the roof of his restaurant in honour of Babasaheb, he asserts that the India he represents is as progressive as it is flavourful. Bungalow — a space already heavy with sentiment, dedicated to his late sister Radhika — has quickly become the premier flagbearer for the subcontinent. Whether it’s the impossible-to-get reservations or the Michelin-nodded menus, Vikas proves that for an eatery to be truly world-class, it must first have a soul. And that, he appears to deliver in spades. Cyber Sabotage? In the high-stakes arena of Bigg Boss Marathi, the drama has officially spilled off the screen and into the digital trenches. On April 13, the Instagram handle of fan-favourite Vishaal Kotian went dark, deactivated after a coordinated blitz of ‘rights violation’ reports. Vishaal’s PR machinery immediately went into overdrive, screaming sabotage and crying foul over what they claim is a desperate attempt to derail his momentum during the final, frantic days of voting. Vishaal Kotian To keep the ‘Kotian Cult’ from scattering, his team scrambled to launch a backup account, proving that in the world of reality TV, traction is more precious than oxygen. Vishaal isn’t the only victim of this alleged cyber-hit — Ruchita Jamdar reportedly saw her account vanish in a similar puff of ‘community guidelines’ smoke. Whether this is genuine digital warfare or a coordinated coincidence, one thing is clear: the knives — and the report buttons — are out. As of April 15, Vishaal’s original account is back, but the saltiness remains. As the SoBo set will tell you (from the lofty heights of their ivory towers where they’d sooner admit to a botched filler than to watching Marathi reality TV), keep your friends close, and your login credentials closer. Reel romance In a world where some stars orchestrate ‘leaked’ coffee dates to manufacture chemistry for the cameras, we hear of a Gen-Z pair playing a much more discreet game. They’ve already tasted box-office success together, but while their professional partnership is public record, their private life remains strictly off the grid. In a classic case of ‘reverse PR,’ these two aren’t faking a romance to sell tickets — instead, they are hiding a very real one now that the promotional heavy lifting is over. Insiders whisper that ‘just friends’ doesn’t quite cover the current situation, but that’s about as much as these young lovebirds are willing to admit at the moment. While the world waits for an official ‘hard launch,’ these two are busy keeping their best scenes for a private screening. Apex predators and April bunnies From the snow-draped slopes of Gulmarg in February to Rajasthan’s sun-scorched sands in April, Lisa Haydon — the quintessential boho-chic cover star — seems to be on a spirited quest to curate the ultimate family scrapbook. Trading red carpets for rugged landscapes, she and her husband, British businessman Dino Lalvani, have embraced a more untamed rhythm of life, with Lisa seamlessly evolving from style icon to chief architect of her family’s adventures. Lisa and Dino with their three tots Their latest chapter unfolds at Sujan Jawai, a remote jewel tucked away within the Aravalli hills. There, guided by a seasoned ranger, the couple experienced the rarest of safari sightings this month: a mother leopard with her two cubs. For Lisa, the moment was a stirring reminder of the universality of maternal instinct — though the leopard’s piercing gaze felt almost like an unspoken, high-fashion standoff. Lisa goes leopard on safari And yet, in true parenting fashion, it was a simpler encounter that stole the show. Amidst the drama of apex predators and the luxury of the wild, Lisa’s four-year-old remained most enchanted by a humble local rabbit. A gentle reminder that whether you’re raising little Lalvanis or leopard cubs, children have an uncanny way of keeping life grounded.
16 April,2026 09:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonali Velinker KamatGifs are passe. If you are trying to keep up with the new age texting lingo, may we suggest the Bird Decoys app. It started when a friend began adding a swan call ‘to diss the group’ on voice notes. Annoying as it was, one had to admire the creativity. The app is a repository of recorded bird calls — alarm, flight, attack, or flocking calls. Excellent if you want to attract a bird for your wildlife photograph; annoying on voice notes though. Available: Bird Decoys on Playstore
15 April,2026 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram IyengarSlip into a dreamy weekend, where the combination of the sea, music, and F&B delights make for the perfect getaway. Cruising in a 25-seater luxury yacht in the middle of the Arabian Sea, the sundowner will rock to DJ Suggahunny’s Afrobeats set. The organiser and founder of The Bombay Gypsea, Shaun D’sounza adds that they aim to give a taste of Ibiza’s nightlife to Mumbai, explaining, “While places like Ibiza have seamlessly blended music, sunsets, and the ocean into a way of life, Mumbai has largely kept that experience on land. Our music sundowners aim to change that by turning the sea into a social and cultural space.” DJ Suggahunny. PICS COURTESY/The Bombay Gypsea The Mediterranean spirit is elevated by complimentary beers and cheese boards for revellers to snack on. If you are interested in breaking the usual terrestrial party animal routine, hop onto this yacht for a serving of Ghanaian beats, a Mediterranean milieu with Mumbai’s groovy set. ON April 19; 5 pm to 8 pmMEETING POINT Jetty 5, Apollo Bunder, Colaba.CALL 9930086252ENTRY Rs 4250 onwards
15 April,2026 09:12 AM IST | Mumbai | Saanvi BhosaleAnimal Attraction It’s a jungle out there, and Ameesha Patel appears to be the one in charge. Turning the pavement into a concrete runway for paps on Tuesday, the actor strutted into an Andheri studio sporting a fierce leopard-print dress that practically roared. Trends come and go, but one thing is for certain — a true alpha female always knows her angles. From masters to modernists Hooked to all the action on the sidelines of the IPL, one thing is clear: the ‘gentleman’s game’ hasn’t just evolved — it’s had a complete personality transplant. If one needed proof, it came on Sunday with Virat Kohli’s latest outburst serving as a flashing neon sign of the new era. Virat Kohli During the high-octane Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore clash, Kohli didn’t just lose his wicket to a full toss outside off stump, he lost his zen, too. Despite reaching a 38-ball 50, he skipped the celebration in favour of a mini meltdown — hurling his helmet and gloves in frustration as he stormed toward the dugout. While the purists are in a tailspin, this isn’t just a ‘Kohli moment’ — it’s a symbol of a shifting baseline, where aggression has become the new acceptable. If anything, Kohli is the prototype for a game that has traded quiet reverence for raw, unfiltered emotion. We are miles away from the stoic elegance of the past. Stalwarts like Sachin Tendulkar famously championed a deep, almost spiritual respect for their gear, once noting he would never dream of disrespecting the tools of the trade. To the Master Blaster, the bat was sacred. To the modern player, it’s a casualty of war. Killing it at Coachella Just yesterday I was lamenting the lack of Indian representation at Coachella — and while there’s still no surprise homegrown act on the lineup, one desi girl is definitely bringing the heat to the desert. Enter Alanna Panday, daughter to Deanne and Chikki, and super-glam sibling to Ahaan Panday. With both looks and lineage lined up in her favour, Alanna could easily have been a movie star in aamchi Mumbai, but instead she chooses to carve her own path as a Los Angeles-based influencer. Alanna Panday A seasoned Coachella regular, Alanna made a high-octane return to the music festival this year after a two-year hiatus to focus on her baby. While most of the world would pay crazy money just for a glimpse of headliners like Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G, Alanna is in the enviable position of being paid to be there. On Weekend 1, she served a stunning wardrobe of looks curated for her brand partners, Magnum and Revolve, proving her fashion game is as sharp as ever. Beyond the sponsorships though, we hear she has the ultimate ‘access all areas’ pass — her husband Ivor’s childhood friend manages one of the festival’s top performers. With her global aesthetic and a vibe to match, Alanna isn’t just attending Coachella — she’s defining her moment there. Anniversary Escape It’s been four years since the internet nearly capsized over their ‘balcony wedding,’ and frankly, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor are still giving us the ultimate masterclass in low-key high-glam. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor To celebrate another trip around the sun (for their wedding, that is), the industry’s ‘it’ couple traded Mumbai’s chaos for the powdery calm of Lech. Alia’s April 14 photo dump is all things snowy and serene — cosy selfies in a chic black turtleneck, playful skiing clips that prove they’re quite literally “gliding and falling” through life together, and a mood that feels like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani — just grown up. The real scene-stealer, though, is Ranbir on alpaca-feeding duty with little Raha — wholesome enough to momentarily distract from his upcoming turn as Lord Ram. Add to that Alia’s nostalgic nod to Highway — “Tu saath hain toh din raat hain” — and the message is clear: beyond the films, the fashion, and the frenzy, they’ve already built what looks like a pretty wonderful life. And maybe that’s the real charm. While the spotlight follows their next big-screen moves, it’s these unguarded, in-between moments that keep the fascination alive — effortless, intimate, and just a little bit aspirational. The Wankhede Hangover While the scoreboard at the Wankhede left Mumbai fans cold on Sunday night, the social heat in the stands was just beginning to simmer. The talk of the last 48 hours hasn’t been about Hardik Pandya’s bowling changes, but rather a ‘hard launch’ at the stadium gates. YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia (aka BeerBiceps) effectively confirmed his relationship with influencer Juhi Bhatt while navigating the crowds — politely declining a fan’s selfie because he was “with his girlfriend.” That simple statement sent the city’s digital elite into a full-on frenzy. Ranveer Allahbadia But the real power move happened post-match. While the MI squad retreated for a sombre ‘healing meal’ to process their latest loss, the city’s corporate OGs and discerning diners were spotted drifting toward Flint at the NCPA. Over Rahul Akerkar’s wood-fired plates, the conversation wasn’t about run rates, but the electric anticipation of the upcoming Met Gala guest list and which of our own will be representing the city in New York. Here in Mumbai, the game may end at 11 pm, but the real play always begins at midnight.
15 April,2026 09:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonali Velinker KamatIf the Hermit Crab, Sea Sponge, and octopus species on the shores of Carter Road start talking to you this Sunday, you’ve either had a wild Saturday night, or you’re at theatremaker Nishna Mehta’s Tidepool Tamasha. The immersive storytelling session conceptualised by Mehta and Shaunak Modi of Marine Life Mumbai (MLOM), features an exploration walk, followed by a story featuring the oft-overlooked intertidal marine creatures. Nishna Mehta Based on Sejal Mehta’s children’s title Whoop, Goes the Pufferfish (Pratham Books) the story and characters are improvised every session based on the tidal conditions. Co-star and marine researcher Raniya Ansari will join the session for deeper scientific insights. “The story follows a pufferfish who gets stuck in a tidepool with unfamiliar neighbours. The relatable characters stay with you long after the session,” Mehta shares. Does the fish ultimately make it back home? Only time and tide will tell; and if you know a thing about them, you’ll be there on time. ON April 19; 7.30 amMEETING POINT Revealed on registration LOG ON TO @nature.narrativesENTRY Rs 500 onwards What are tidepools? The high and low tides of the sea leave tiny pools of water on the rocky shores of the city. These pools thrive with marine life. You’ll find tidepools in the zone between the high tide and the low tide mark, referred to as the intertidal zone. While fascinating, tidepools can sometimes harbour toxic creatures. Practise caution, and have expert help at hand if possible. Marine stars The storyteller gives us a sneak peek of two characters from the seaside drama Hermit Crab PIC COURTESY/Shaunak Modi Named after its solitary behaviour, this crab finds shelter in empty shells on the shores, and carries this home wherever it goes. “I’ll find you a shell!’ the crab assures the pufferfish in the story. Common Octopus PIC COURTESY/Sachin Rane This eight-limbed popular tidepool resident is intelligent, fast, and flexible. Its soft body allows it to squeeze through crevices and live under rocks. The octopus might make a special appearance this weekend. *Since octopus species are hard to identify visually, Octopus sp. as per latin nomenclature, refers to a species that is not identified yet.
15 April,2026 09:08 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish KambleIndori twist Sometimes, all we need is a good papri chaat done right. This Indori version in Dadar leans into that thought. Their Special Indori Chaat (below) has boiled potatoes, papri, chilled yoghurt, imli chutney, green chutney, onions, coriander, and a snowfall of fine sev. It’s familiar but slightly sweeter, and loaded with dahi. You could get distracted by the dahi kachori or Indori poha here, but stay focused. This one plate is worth it.AT Induri Namkeen Chaat, Ranade Road, Dadar West.CALL 7947115637 Cost Rs 110 Pav meets pani puri PIC COURTESY/Sindh Pani Puri In Chembur’s Sindhi Camp, you’ll spot two stalls with the same name. Pick the one with the loud digital board. Try the Butter Papdi Chaat here, an invention by Mumbai’s Sindhis who moved to the city post-Partition. Created originally in Ulhasnagar, it features a mini kadak pav base layered with potato, chutneys, farsan, and chilled pani puri water that makes the kadak pav soft to eat. It’s ideal on a hot day when you need a chilled, tangy bite. AT Sindh Pani Puri, CG Road, Chembur Colony, Chembur. Call 8898131313Cost Rs 60 per plate Get fruity Expect curveballs like Avocado Sev Puri and Ragi Bhel at this new Khar eatery. In case the heat has you craving fruit over fried, the Watermelon Chaat (above) is your answer. Lightly seasoned, dotted with pomegranate, it’s closer to a palate cleanser than a snack. For a filling option, the Makhana Dahi Chaat brings roasted fox nuts together with chilled yoghurt and chutneys. It tastes indulgent without weighing you down.AT Chaat Hauz, Road No. 3, Ram Krishna Nagar, Khar West. LOG ON TO @chaat_hauzCost Rs 199 (Watermelon Chaat), Rs 259 (Makhana Dahi Chaat) Mango manic PIC COURTESY/Joshh This modern street food chain leans into offering street food in a polished setting. For the season, their mango menu serves up an Aam Dahi Tokri Chaat — a crunchy tokri filled with yoghurt, chutneys, and chunks of mango. Sounds like a gamble? But it works oddly. Sweet meets tangy meets creamy, with enough crunch to keep things interesting. They also garnish the chaat with a snowfall of sev and pomegranate, which tops up the crunch factor.AT Joshh (multiple outlets), 1st Floor, Galleria Shopping Mall, Powai.Call 9152750850Cost Rs 199 Hit your protein goals PIC COURTESY/20 gms protein For those who like their snacks with a side of responsibility, this delivery-only spot has a protein-loaded chaat. The Sprouts Chaat is packed with moong, black chana, rajma, peanuts, fresh vegetables, sautéed carrots and French beans, even bits of marinated paneer and corn. It’s finished with chaat masala. It’s hearty, refreshing, and surprisingly satisfying. The kind of chaat you can eat post-workout, and still feel smug about.AT 20 Gms Protein, Ghatkopar West (delivery via Swiggy, Zomato)Cost Rs 209
15 April,2026 09:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Junisha DamaIt’s everywhere I wish I could visit museums but walking around nature, city architecture, wall paintings, [observing] people’s fashion, is more accessible and “bingeable”. I spend more time and effort when I visit a museum because, ‘it’s the real thing’ but I don’t find it a challenge to find art in the ordinary. I like noticing patterns in clothes, leaves, and ripples. I see art in shadows, and rays of sunlight. Aayushi Dash I don’t expend too much thought or treat it [art] as a scientific checklist. I like to examine brushstrokes, mediums, guess the time period, the artists’ intent with paintings, and statues. Aayushi Dash, 19, Dadar Changing tides Tvisha Jain at Nature Morte; (right) Tvisha I don't think art walking has ever been something I’ve done to follow a trend. It’s something I’ve been doing for years even before it became an Instagrammable thing. The only shift now is that when I go I’m a little more aware of how it might look aesthetically on a story, but that’s never the main motive. Art walks are more about the experience rather than what I can get out of it for Instagram. I actually prefer going with someone because I need that back and forth, hearing what they see in a painting or how they interpret a sculpture. That exchange of perspectives almost feels like its own form of art to me. Tvisha Jain, 19, Lower Parel Stepping out Chinmayee Desai photographs graffiti at Chapel Road I engage with art not because I want it on my Instagram grid, but because I am fascinated, and want to share about it with my people (friends). I like to keep a track of the details of the paintings and the ones that I liked best. I share those artworks, so that I can have conversations about them. Art walking is an activity that I pursue to escape the self-imposed loop of scrolling and passive consumption of content. While it is still me consuming art instead of creating it; art walking takes much more effort including travelling to the gallery, engaging with the artists, and exploring the meaning of art with my fellow walkers. It is also a fun activity to do with friends. It allows me to feel like I am exploring the world. Chinmayee Desai, 20, Thane Witnessing the shift Samia Kapadia I’ve noticed a growing interest among Gen Z in engaging with art. Social media has played a significant role in making it more accessible. I also feel the focus can sometimes shift from the emotional and aesthetic experience of a work towards its digital share-ability. I observed this during my recent installation at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, where engagement often began through virtual documentation but occasionally evolved into deeper interactions. Information courtesy: Samia Kapadia, artist Walk the art walk Kapadia’s Kala Ghoda exhibition » Pause and absorb the nuances of the artwork. » It’s important to go beyond what meets the eye and engage with the piece more critically. Try to understand what the artist might be conveying while allowing space for your own interpretation. » Art walking is more fulfilling when you stay curious, observe details, and respond emotionally rather arriving at a fixed meaning.
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