ALL THINGS Great and Small

KUDOS

Popley Eternal bagged the award for The Best Diamond Ring at Retail Jewellers India Award. The raindrop-inspired earring with diamond-studded motifs and assembled in a circular motion portrays little raindrops falling from the sky, blessing the earth and enhancing the beauty of nature. Popley is known for timeless and classic designs, and serves a luxe experience to its buyers.

DESTINATION RAJASTHAN

It was the first edition of Anjan Mahotsav, a literary and cultural festival devoted to the Rajasthani language. Scheduled in Jodhpur, it brought together a plethora of genres and art forms of Rajasthani music, dance, theatre, films, poetry, literature, films, local food, arts and crafts, design and architecture. An initiative of Rekhta Foundation, the festival brought to the fore many intangible Rajasthani cultural practices.

MAKING A MARK

Soccer player and celebrated coach Zinédine Zidane was introduced by Montblanc as its latest Mark Maker. The Frenchborn icon embodies the brand’s core belief that everyone can leave a mark by living a life with passion and purpose, and by doing what truly moves them. He will also appear in the brand’s new fragrance campaign.

COLOURFUL CULTURE

The 13th edition of Jodhpur RIFF, one of India’s favourite music festivals, was held under the brightest full moon and the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort was lit up to play host to over 250 amazing performers, showcasing the best of Rajasthani, Indian and global roots music, and breathtaking collaborations between their creators. RIFF Dawns, Indie Roots, Dance Bootcamp, Citadels of the sun, RIFF Ruffles and other events formed the highlights of the festival.