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“Lucky to be in Modern Love Mumbai and Chennai,” says Wamiqa Gabbi
Mumbai: The Indian adaptations of the Modern Love franchise, based in Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Chennai have been widely praised by audiences and critics alike. Wamiqa Gabbi, who starred in both Modern Love Mumbai and Modern Love Chennai, has achieved great success with her versatile performances in both series. In Modern Love Mumbai’s episode ‘Mumbai Dragon’, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, she excels as Megha, a free-spirited Gujarati vegetarian navigating a relationship with an Indo-Chinese boy. Whereas, in Modern Love Chennai’s episode ‘Ninaivo Oru Paravai’, helmed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, Wamiqa captivates as Sam, emphasising the importance of physical intimacy in modern relationships. Her seamless portrayal of diverse characters across languages and cultures is commendable, showcasing her dedication to authenticity and depth in her roles and solidifying her position as a remarkable actress.
About her diverse roles in the Modern Love India Chapters, Wamiqa said, “Modern Love is centred around love, I can’t help but feel excited and eager to discuss this profound feeling. Being a part of this franchise is undeniably the most powerful and captivating emotion in the world. When it comes to the enchanting Modern Love franchise, it has been a true privilege for me. I consider myself extremely fortunate and grateful to have contributed to two beautiful stories within this series. Collaborating with visionary filmmakers like Vishal Bhardwaj and Thiagarajan Kumararaja has been a stroke of luck. Their remarkable talent and sensibility have left me feeling blessed to have worked alongside such incredible directors”.
Adding further about her journey and her roles in the two Indian chapters, Wamiqa said, “Vishal Sir’s story allowed me to portray a beautiful character, a Gujarati girl, which was a delightful experience. I really wanted to explore a different culture through the character. Working with Vishal Sir was a dream, and his involvement automatically made me say yes to the project. Later, when Kumararaja Sir approached me for Modern Love Chennai, I was thrilled because I had longed to collaborate with him. Sam’s character in his story is complex and intriguing, and I eagerly embraced the opportunity to delve into her journey. I am grateful to both filmmakers for their faith in me, and I hope to have made them proud”.
Produced under the banner of Tyler Durden And Kino Fist, Modern Love Chennai brings together six brilliant creators of Indian Cinema—Bharathiraja, Balaji Sakthivel, Rajumurugan, Krishnakumar Ramakumar, Akshay Sundher, and Thiagarajan Kumararaja. Following the success of Modern Love Mumbai and Modern Love Hyderabad, this is the third Indian adaptation of Modern Love, the internationally acclaimed Original anthology helmed by John Carney. The anthology series is streaming now on Prime Video.
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Insight Cosmetics partners with Pinda for homegrown beauty push
New campaign ‘Kudiye… ghar ki yaad nahi aayi tujhe?’ celebrates toxin-free, skin-first Indian formulations over imported ideals.
MUMBAI: Insight Cosmetics has just turned the beauty narrative on its head and it’s doing it with a very familiar face. The fast-growing Indian beauty brand has teamed up with Udaybir Sandhu, better known as Pinda from the hit series Dhurandhar 2, for a campaign that proudly puts “Made in India” at the centre. Titled “Kudiye… ghar ki yaad nahi aayi tujhe?”, the film taps into that deeply relatable feeling of rediscovering something better right at home, challenging the long-held notion that international always equals superior.
Instead of chasing global trends, Insight is highlighting what it does best: skin-first, ingredient-conscious, toxin-free formulations designed specifically for Indian skin tones, textures and climates. The campaign positions sattu-level honesty and performance as the new standard confident, rooted and globally competitive.
Insight Cosmetics director and spokesperson Mihir Jain said, “Insight has always believed that India doesn’t need to look outward for validation. We have the talent, the understanding, and the capability to create world-class beauty products right here. Pinda represents that same confidence rooted, real, and unapologetically Indian.”
Pinda added, “There’s real pride in representing something that’s ours. For too long, we’ve been told that better comes from outside. Insight is changing that. This is about backing what’s made for us, trusting what understands us, and owning our identity with confidence.”
The collaboration rests on four clear pillars, proudly homegrown innovation, a strict toxin-free promise, a genuine skin-first approach, and deep cultural relevance that speaks to a generation both rooted in India and globally aware.
In a market long dazzled by foreign labels, Insight Cosmetics and Pinda are quietly proving that the most powerful beauty move is the one that feels like home. The campaign doesn’t just sell products, it sells a mindset, that the best glow is the one you already recognise. And right now, that glow is proudly, unapologetically Indian.
