AN INTERESTING career has seen Suhani Dhanki balance work as a television actress with being a Bharatanatyam dancer from a young age.
The talented UK-based dancer will be performing as a part of Akademi’s 40th-year celebrations for their event Apotheosis, which is being held at the British Museum’s Hotung Gallery in London on November 15, against the backdrop of exquisite sculptures at multiple times.
Eastern Eye caught up with Suhani Dhanki to talk about all things dance.
What first connected you to dance?
As a child, I was extremely energetic and the only thing that calmed me down was dance. I grew up watching my parents and brother groove gracefully, and every time I saw people dance, they always had a huge smile on their faces, which fascinated and inspired me.
Tell us about Bharatanatyam dance?
I am a student of Bharatanatyam, which is an Indian classical dance form that combines emotions, melody and rhythm. The dancer expresses the meaning through the body as a medium of manifestation, the emotions through the eyes and facial expressions, and maintains the beat with the feet. I learnt the Thanjavur tradition that developed in an artistic town of the same name in south India. My training has been rooted in the Shastras (ancient Indian Sanskrit treatises on dance, drama and music.)
How does your forthcoming performance for Apotheosis compare to other pieces you have done?
This experience will be vastly different from performing on a stage with a seated audience and specialised light design. I will be performing in and utilising the length of the gallery space amidst beautifully rare sculptures, drawing the visitors to the gallery space as a preface perambulatory piece.
Who is your own dance hero?
Every moment with Guru Dr Sandhya Purecha is a new lesson imbibed. She does not just teach dance but shares the art form with substantial rationale. She answers so many whys and whats even before I need to ask, and yet with minimal words, which gives me so much to ponder over. She continues to discipline me, guide me and instil values of being an artist, in addition to discovering varied skill sets, challenging me and encouraging me to explore them.
What is the most memorable performance you have seen as an audience member?
I have watched my Guruji exude the Sattvikabhava (purest emotion) by changing the colour of her face in accordance to the Rasa (sentiment). Her resplendent emotion complemented by the ethereal grace of her strong movements gave me goosebumps. I watched her dance unblinkingly and that is when I fell in love with Bharatanatyam. I also distinctly recall watching an incredibly enthralling performance by the Nrityagram Ensemble in Mumbai. I was inspired to learn Odissi back then, but maybe in another life.
If you could master something new in dance what would it be?
While every dancing day is a new experience and ongoing learning process, I would like to work towards creating and choreographing traditionally-rooted yet contemporary ensemble works in the future.
What are your future hopes as a dancer?
To share the unique methodology of a Shastra-rooted dance with as many artists, so as to preserve the treasures of the ancient texts and propagate the scope of creating from these hidden splendours.
Why do you love dance?
Nothing makes me happier.
Why should we come to your forthcoming performance Apotheosis?
One will have the feeling of sculptures coming to life, and it will be a visual delight to watch varied classical dance forms in a unique setting. Also, it is free entry!
Siddhashram in London witnessed a profound spiritual surge as hundreds of devotees marked the first Monday of Shravan, which is the sacred month dedicated to Lord Shiva, with unwavering faith and devotion.
The temple gates opened at 6:00 am, and from dawn till dusk, streams of worshippers offered jal abhishek, prayers, and silent meditation. The evening’s Bhajan Sandhya emerged as the day's spiritual pinnacle, led by His Holiness Shri Rajrajeshwar Guruji, accompanied by Saint Jentiram Bapa from Jamnagar, India. The resonant chants of Om Namah Shivay and traditional bhajans enveloped the temple, creating a divine ambience.
In his address, Guruji reflected on the inner meaning of Shravan, urging devotees to view rituals as doorways to introspection and spiritual elevation.
“Temples bring us closer not just to God, but to ourselves. Bhajans and mantras cleanse the mind and awaken the soul,” he said.
Guruji spoke about the Samudra Manthan legend, where Lord Shiva consumed poison to save the cosmos, becoming Neelkanth. “Offering milk and water is symbolic,” he explained. “Milk represents the moon, while water signifies the sacred Ganga flowing from Shiva’s locks, both gestures of love and reverence.”
He also traced the origin of Shravan to the Shravana Nakshatra, associated with Lord Vishnu and the act of divine listening. The month, he added, is ideal for chanting, satsang, and spiritual practices.
Concluding the evening, Guruji left devotees with a simple but profound message:
“True peace lies in selfless service. When we serve others with love, we serve God Himself.”
Upcoming Events at Siddhashram:
To continue the spiritual fervour of Shravan, Siddhashram has planned a series of devotional events:
Saturday, 2 August: 108 Hanuman Chalisa Path (from 10 AM), followed by a satsang by Swami Mahendra Das Ji Maharaj (Ayodhya Dham – Ghar Ghar Ram, Har Ghar Ramayan).
Monday, 4 August: Shravan Bhajan Sandhya with Guruji.
Thursday, 15 August: Flag Hoisting Ceremony to celebrate Indian Independence Day.
15–17 August: Shivyog Workshop with Ishan Shivanand at Harrow Leisure Centre.
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Customers advised to return item for a full refund
Aldi recalls 750g packs of Urban Eats Japanese Style Vegetable Gyoza
Risk of illness or injury due to potential glass contamination
Affected product has a best-before date of 27 March 2027
Sold in stores across six Australian states and territories
Customers advised to return item for a full refund
Aldi issues urgent recall over frozen gyoza product
Aldi has announced the recall of a popular frozen food item amid fears it may contain glass. The affected product is the 750g pack of Urban Eats Japanese Style Vegetable Gyoza, with a best-before date of 27 March 2027.
The potential presence of glass poses a risk of illness or injury if consumed.
Product sold across multiple regions
The recalled item was sold in Aldi stores across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.
Customers who have purchased the product are strongly advised not to consume it and to return it to any Aldi store for a full refund. Proof of purchase is not required.
Customers who have purchased the product are strongly advised not to consume itAldi
Health and safety advice
Anyone concerned about their health after consuming the product should seek medical advice.
Further information is available via the Aldi Stores Food Recall Hotline on 1800 709 993.
The supermarket has apologised for the inconvenience and reiterated its commitment to product safety.
In a deeply spiritual and uplifting weekend, the Mahavir Foundation hosted a two-day Swadhyay Shibir led by renowned spiritual guide Shri Deepakbhai Shah Bardoli, held on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July 2025 at Kingsbury High School, London. The theme of the discourse “Seven Steps of Happiness” drew hundreds of attendees eager to explore the timeless teachings of Jain philosophy.
The event opened with a Deep Pragtya ceremony graced by eminent spiritual leaders HH Rajrajeshwar Guruji, Swaminarayan Kumkum Mandir saints Swami Premvatsaldasji, and Swami Harikrishnaswarupdasji, alongside Mayor of Harrow, Cllr Anjana Patel.
In his trademark calm and compelling style, Shri Deepakbhai, widely respected for his simple yet transformative wisdom, guided the audience through seven powerful steps towards true inner joy:
Do not cause grief to anyone. Never be the reason for someone’s pain.
Share others’ suffering. Lighten others’ burdens through compassion and service.
Spread happiness. Don’t confine joy, celebrate it with everyone.
Let go of anger. Build friendships, dissolve hostility.
Avoid jealousy. A single moment of happiness can be enough if embraced with gratitude.
Don’t hoard wealth. Share resources and goodwill with devotion.
Don’t fear death. Accept it with faith and joy, following God’s guidance.
In a profound reflection, Deepakbhai shared, “Life is like a deck of 52 cards. You may not hold strong cards, but if you learn how to play, victory is certain. Joy or sorrow, it’s your choice. Winning and losing are like day and night; both are essential. The distinction of good-bad or mine-yours is merely a distraction of the mind. Your happiness is in your own hands.”
Mahavir Foundation President Niraj Sutaria, Vice President Mikesh Kapashi, and the dedicated Foundation team warmly welcomed attendees and special guests. Birenbhai Shah from India and Nitinbhai Doshi from Australia were honoured for their invaluable contributions to the global spiritual community.
Deepakbhai also emphasised the urgency of connecting the next generation to our values, culture, and spiritual roots. “If we fail to introduce our children to our religion and morals,” he said, “we fail in our fundamental duty as parents. A whole generation risks growing up spiritually disconnected.”
The event concluded on a note of unity, inspiration, and renewed purpose, a reminder that true happiness is not found in external pursuits, but through selfless living, shared joy, and inner peace.
Let’s be honest. Most of us have paused mid-scroll on a red carpet photo and whispered, “How does their face look so… expensive?” Not plastic. Not filtered. Just expensive.
When Timothée Chalamet’s jawline cuts through a paparazzi swarm, or Zendaya glows like she’s powered by nuclear energy under stadium lights? That’s not genetics. Celebrities survive because they treat their faces like tactical gear in a war against 4K lenses and exhaustion. We stole the clinic playbooks. Here’s what’s actually happening.
It’s not about going under the knife anymore. It’s subtle tweaks, skin that bounces light a certain way, a jawline that suddenly exists, lips that aren’t overfilled but somehow perfect. And it’s not magic. It’s injectables.
These aren’t the old-school, frozen-face fixes. This is the new wave, celebrity-loved treatments that work quietly in the background to make you look like you’ve just come back from a month-long retreat in Provence. Here’s what’s hot, who's doing it, and why it's all anyone’s talking about in 2025.
Hollywood’s go-to face treatments before every red carpetiStock
1. Exosome glow-ups
Celebs call this "911 in a needle." Stem cell–derived exosomes are everywhere right now, especially ahead of major events. Why? They speed up skin repair, boost collagen, and give that “lit from within” shine with zero downtime. Think of them as microscopic couriers delivering glow directly into your skin cells. A few drops + a microneedling session and you wake up in 48 hours looking like you’ve slept for 14 days. Real talk? 68% of L.A. clinics now pack it into "Red Carpet Rescue" kits with IV drips. It’s not wellness. It’s damage control.
2. Micro-botox (SkinTox)
This isn’t your aunt’s Botox. SkinTox uses micro-doses to smooth out skin texture without freezing your face. It’s what gives celebs that blurred, “airbrushed IRL” look. Makeup glides better, pores shrink, and the skin just behaves better under camera flashes. It’s less about erasing expression lines and more about having a face that always looks like it’s in soft lighting.
3. Jawline contouring with biostimulator fillers
You’ve seen it! Some celeb jawlines could cut glass. But here’s the thing: subtle contouring via fillers (Radiesse and Sculptra) can mimic that bone structure even if you weren’t born with it. It’s sculptural but natural. Not puffy. Not obvious. This is one of the top treatments male celebs are doing quietly behind-the-scenes, and it’s why they suddenly start looking like editorial models overnight. Searches for "structural filler" exploded 290% after pap shots dropped. It’s for people who want definition, not dough.
4. . Skin boosters for hydrated, mobile lips
Forget duck lips. The 2025 trend is juicy but mobile. Skin boosters like Profhilo and Belotero Revive hydrate from the inside out, plumping lips and smoothing fine lines without stiffness. That soft-focus pout isn’t about volume, it’s about hydration. This technique works especially well under lipstick and makes your lips look healthier, not fake. 61% of under-35 clients at celeb clinics now demand this over traditional filler.
5. Under-eye revision via skin boosters & PDRN (Salmon DNA)
Tired eyes are a career hazard when you’re doing press tours across time zones. But instead of heavy tear-trough fillers, celebs now use diluted skin boosters and polynucleotides under the eyes. It doesn’t fill; instead, it is said to heal. Puffiness goes down, fine lines fade, and you look awake without looking… altered. Celebs swear by these for their “no-makeup makeup” days.
Inside the injectable glow-ups stars are secretly gettingiStock
The ugly truth
Hollywood isn’t obsessed with perfection. It’s obsessed with survival. When the camera sees everything and criticism comes faster than compliments, looking like the best version of yourself becomes self-preservation.
Injectables aren’t cheating. They’re choices. Some use them to soften time, others to boost what nature didn’t. And that’s okay. Not everyone needs it. Not everyone wants it. But for those who do, it’s not vanity. It’s control in a world that tries to take it from you.
The real problem isn’t Botox or fillers.
It’s thinking there’s only one right way to look.
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Making healthy choices has become increasingly difficult in the modern world
NHS surgeon Dr Karan Rajan promotes a simple three-ingredient recipe to support gut health and muscle maintenance.
The snack includes kefir yoghurt, raspberries, and chia seeds — all rich in fibre, protein, and beneficial compounds.
Dr Rajan advocates for low-cost, preventative health strategies over expensive treatments.
He stresses that fibre is often overlooked despite playing a crucial role in overall health.
His TikTok channel and book aim to make scientific health advice accessible to the public.
Simple advice, powerful results
Making healthy choices has become increasingly difficult in the modern world. From ultra-processed supermarket food to endless distractions on our devices, temptation is often just a click away. But NHS surgeon Dr Karan Rajan is working to make health advice more accessible, affordable and actionable — and his approach is finding a wide audience.
Dr Rajan, who has built a following of more than five million on TikTok, uses short-form videos to break down complex medical science into practical tips. His new book, This Book May Save Your Life, compiles what he describes as “everyday health hacks to worry less and live better”.
He believes the popularity of his content reflects a wider shift in public health thinking. “Healthcare systems in most countries have flaws,” Dr Rajan told The Independent. “It’s harder to see a healthcare professional in some cases, particularly for chronic diseases. It’s also expensive if you are going down the private route. People are realising that prevention is a cheaper, more effective longer-term solution for health than treatment when burdened with disease.”
Gut health on a budget
One of Dr Rajan’s most popular tips is a simple three-ingredient snack that supports both gut health and muscle strength. It’s cost-effective, easy to prepare, and packed with nutritional value.
To make the snack, start by microwaving the raspberries for around 30 seconds, then mash them to your desired consistency. The deep red colour signals the presence of anthocyanins — antioxidants linked to gut health. This serving alone offers roughly 5g of fibre.
Next, stir in a tablespoon of chia seeds. These are rich in both fibre and mucilage — a type of soluble fibre that feeds beneficial bacteria in the colon. The chia seeds also help thicken the mixture into a jam-like texture.
Finally, use the mixture as a topping on kefir yoghurt — a fermented dairy product that contains live cultures and offers an additional boost of probiotics and protein. An optional drizzle of honey can be added for sweetness.
Dr Rajan calls this a “power combo” — containing the three Ps of gut health: prebiotics, probiotics, and polyphenols.
Why fibre matters more than you think
While protein remains a hot topic in fitness and nutrition, Dr Rajan says fibre is the real unsung hero of good health.
“Both protein and fibre are essential,” he says. “There are plenty of foods and meal combos where you can get both, but if I had to over-index on one, it would be fibre.”
According to Dr Rajan, most adults in the UK don’t come close to the recommended 30g of dietary fibre per day, with average intakes falling below 20g. This gap, he warns, is causing many to miss out on wide-ranging health benefits.
“When it comes to human physiology, there aren’t many processes in] fibre isn’t involved in, either directly or indirectly,” he says. “Its benefits include regulating hormones, metabolism, appetite, the gut microbiome, mood, bowels and more.”
Prevention over cure
The popularity of Dr Rajan’s content may lie in its simplicity and evidence-based approach. Rather than focusing on quick fixes or restrictive diets, he promotes everyday changes that can be sustained long-term. His three-ingredient snack is a clear example of that philosophy — easy to make, nutritionally rich, and based on solid science.
As access to healthcare becomes more challenging for many, he believes prevention is not just practical but necessary.
“People want advice they can trust, but also apply,” he says. “Improving gut health and increasing fibre intake are two changes most people can make today — and they’ll feel better for it.”