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  7. ADMIN
    Rajesh Pratap Singh is an institution in himself when it comes to Indian fashion and a true ambassador of Indian fashion to the global stage. 
    He has had shows in Paris, Milan, and was once the Woolmark Ambassador of India. These are achievements that some of the most revered fashion designers, never even get to taste.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    Recently, he took charge of another seminal institute of Indian fashion, the label Satya Paul. This comes at a time when Indian fashion is undergoing massive changes, that rapidly, thanks to the ongoing pandemic. 

    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    We caught up with the maverick designer for a freewheeling chat about the direction of men’s fashion in India. 

    Edited excerpts:1. As a veteran of the Indian Fashion industry, how would you say has the industry grown over the years?
    Being a veteran is of no consequence now. The pandemic has rewritten all the existing rules. The system was anyway failing and the pandemic has only accelerated the demise of the conventional fashion system. 
    It is going to be a turning point for fashion globally and everyone is going to have to adopt the new way and reinvent to keep up with the times.  
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    2. You took over Satya Paul at a very crucial time for the label, as well as the Indian fashion industry as a whole. What are your plans for the label?

    Under the direction of Mr Paul, one of the finest creative minds, the brand broke many rules and became a first of sorts in experimentation 20 years ago. I wish to ignite that same emotion and drive Satya Paul to a new level of aesthetic and craftsmanship. 
    The larger aim is to work with craft clusters and artisans across the country to generate jobs and preserve craftsmanship. It is one of the really important things that I’m trying to do but it takes time to bring different people on the same tangent of design sensibility, to capture that essence. 
    At this point, we are busy with improvising the visual language, upgrading the quality and techniques as well as creating a movement in designs that is relevant for the times.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    3. What direction do you see the industry taking as a whole?

    This is a time of reinvention for the good, bad or ugly. It is a time for a major change in consumption, innovation and how we perceive fashion as a whole. We will have to see the industry in a new way. 
    The industry couldn’t have lasted the way it was moving and the pandemic only accelerated the topic. 30 per cent of what we were making, wasn’t consumed. 
    A lot of traditional rules of fashion are going to change, and the industry is going to go in a different direction.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    4. What creative and commercial directions do you envision to take for your own label, Pratap Works, and Rajesh Pratap Singh Works?

    Rajesh Pratap Singh Works has always been more focussed on the International market and export while Pratap Works caters to the domestic market and we are in the process of reinventing it. However, the creative DNA and design ethos of the 2 labels remain the same. 
    Well, the rule, is that you have no rules. I think you just keep evolving, keep doing your thing, and making things that mean something. I’m not much into fashion, in the traditional sense of it. 
    We’re in the business, but I don’t look at it traditionally.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    5. Tell us something about your creative process.

    I just do what I do. Within fashion, one can also fall into a trap and then it becomes suffocating and really boring. 
    When it comes to my design style, I try not to fall into one specific category. Its more about people’s perspectives and keeping the design pure, simple and Indian at its core. 
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    6. What would you say has been the biggest shift in the industry as a response to the pandemic?

    Go digital or go home, the longer the pandemic the greater the change we can expect in consumer behaviour. The traditional tools of communication, sales and marketing platforms will change forever. 
    Minimalism and sustainability will be readdressed widely and in-depth. The authenticity of brands and origin of goods will be of greater consequence.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    7. How have you, as a designer and as a label owner, responded to the pandemic?

    I believe that when we are pushed to a corner, we are forced to come up with new solutions and I hope this period will help us embrace this new way of life and are mindful about our consumption. 
    It will be a real tragedy if we don't learn from the current situation. Having said that, with the pandemic the focus has shifted even further more to sustainability and now more than ever less is more is the need of the hour. 
    A lot of traditional rules of fashion are going to change, and the industry is going to go in a different direction.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    8. How do you think the industry as a whole is dealing with this issue of sustainable and “eco-friendly” fashion, especially now?

    The fashion industry has actively been trying to incorporate sustainability as an important aspect for a while now and the pandemic has only accelerated it. Personally, I'm involved in every step, from production to the final product and I'm constantly researching and learning. 
    Fifteen years ago, people thought that if you just used natural dyes you were being conscious, which isn't accurate. It’s about working from bottom-up. The larger aim is to work with craft clusters and artisans across the country to generate jobs and preserve craftsmanship. 
    Sustainability has to inclusive and mass-produced. It has to give us answers to the problems the environment faces. There's much more that can be done. There is a continuous process for sustainability. There is no eureka moment for us as yet. 
    9. What are your views on the debate around Maximalism vis-a-vis Minimalism?
    I never try to fall into labels. It’s more about how we see and perceive things and then work honestly with them. Who are we to define such terms? Everyone has their own perspective. It is too superficial to define such terms. 
    10. Where do you think men’s fashion in India is heading?
    We’ve had our periods of uncertainties and loss of confidence, where priorities were a little different, but Indian men have always dressed up. 
    Indian men have become more confident and evolved in their choices. The classic way of clothing, the banker outfits, have been shunned. We won’t go back to boring, in that sense. We will evolve further, in a better way. I think it will be a more responsible fashion.
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    11. Three words you’d use to describe your signature style

    Pure, Indian & Simple.
    12. Do you think traditional Indian menswear is evolving?
    Yes.
    13. One International designer you would like to work with.
    Azzedine Alaia, but unfortunately he’s no longer alive
    © Rajesh Pratap Singh
    14. What would be your alternate career option, if not fashion?

    Who knows? Let me take a shot in the dark. Maybe a farmer in Rajasthan or an architect. 
    15. One key trend that you think has the most potential to make it big in menswear?
    I’m not one who believes or likes to follow trends. Its something too superficial and short-lived. 
    Men's fashion in India slipped through the cracks of the mainstream fashion scene and has stayed under the radar for far too long. Take a look at any fashion event - fashion weeks, fashion shows et all, and you'll see how in most of them, menswear seems to be an afterthought. Furthermore, shows focussing exclusively on menswear are a rarity.   
    As a series, 'Ace Indian Designers' is an earnest attempt to celebrate the changing phase of men's fashion in India, and those pioneering geniuses who have come to define our sartorial sensibilities. 

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  8. ADMIN
    Ranveer Singh doesn't just have an eccentric fashion sense but also rather expensive taste when it comes to his clothes. 

    Be it him wearing a reversible coat worth Rs 3 Lakh or a basic pair of joggers worth a Lakh, the man usually goes all out, spending his hard-earned money on clothes, shoes and accessories, that speak for his zealous persona.
    © Viral Bhayani
    If you ever take a look at the past instances, Ranveer has usually been seen strutting in some eccentric outfits, by some hi-end luxury brands and every time he is papped, we can't help but notice his sartorial escapade. 

    Having said that, even amidst the pandemic, Ranveer has been maintaining the same by flying in and out of the city, wearing some zany outfits. 
    After making a jaw-dropping statement last time with his track pants worth Rs 1.5 Lakh, this time, Ranveer was seen in a pair of smudged or dirty sneakers,  that looked super cool in their own way.
    © Viral Bhayani
    Take a look here:

    These sneakers are yet again no ordinary pair as they are Gucci's Virtus High-Top Sneakers. 
    The pair is already distressed, which means one doesn't need to worry if they get dirty. 
    Furthermore, the pair features green and red web detailing and a logo patch at the tongue. It has lace fastening, round toe and distressed effect all over, with a flat rubber sole.
    © Gucci
    Since these are a pair by Gucci, you can expect it to burn a big hole in your pocket. 

    These are worth $1387 that sums to Rs 1,03,425 as per Indian currency. That's classic Ranveer, we reckon.
    © Viral Bhayani
    Coming to the details of the rest of his outfit, Ranveer is wearing a casual white T-shirt and has further paired it with cheetah print black shorts. 

    To make it look more flamboyant, he is wearing a pair of long Gucci socks with his sneakers. 
    As for his accessories, we like how Ranveer has been banking on pearl necklaces of late. That, with a pair of white sunglasses, his JBL speakers and mask, makes the outfit, quite uber-cool.
    © Viral Bhayani
    In a nutshell, Ranveer has become the definition of quirky fashion and there's no one else in the industry, who has even remotely touched this territory. 

    Keep raising the bar for the rest, Ranveer.

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  9. ADMIN
    We’re gonna get done with yet another month and things are heating up with new game releases. With some of the most highly anticipated games releasing in November, it’s probably going to be the busiest month for games. From Cyberpunk 2077 to Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War, we feature the top upcoming games that will be releasing in November 2020. There are over 100 games launching in the month of November but we handpicked 10 of the most anticipated games arranged by release dates. 
    1. Dirt 5   © Codemasters
    If you are into off-road racing games then Codemasters will be releasing Dirt 5 for the PS4, Xbox One, and PC on November 6th. Dirt games are known for off-road racing style and this one will include different tracks with elements such as mud, snow, ice, rain and sand. You will be racing in locations such as China, Brazil, Norway  US and other locations. The game also has a dynamic weather feature where the weather can change at any time during a race and it will directly impact your race as the surface gets a bit harder to handle. The game will even get a free upgrade to PS5 and Xbox Series X with an option to play in the 120 FPS mode. 

    2. The Falconeer  © Wired Productions
    The Falconeer is one of those weird games on the list but definitely interesting enough to check out. It’s a dogfighting game, except you're riding on the back of a falcon instead of flying a plane. In The Falconeer you play as a rogue freelancer who, alongside their bird, picks up odd jobs to earn a living. The Falconeer is an open-world air combat game, featuring fast, brutal aerial dogfights and deep exploration of an incredible fantasy open-world setting not only above the clouds but also amongst the waves and down through the sunken, ocean depths.

    3. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla  © Ubisoft
    Even though the recent Assassin's Creed games don’t have much assassinating involved,  AC Valhalla could be a great game. We can obviously see the game has taken inspiration from The Witcher 3 as there will be important decisions cropping up during story quests and includes the usual Ubisoft open-world game traits: points of interest, treasure and secrets and loot to find, and of course things to climb. The game will launch almost a week before Cyberpunk 2077 and we aren’t really sure if gamers have room for two massive RPGs this month but AC Valhalla is definitely worth checking out. 

    4. Destiny 2: Beyond Light  © Bungie
    Destiny 2's next expansion is going to be bringing a new elemental power, called Stasis, a brand new raid for players to beat, and a new location to explore. Jupiter's frozen moon Europa will be the new playable area and Bungie is also releasing a bunch of new exotic items for players. The expansion will also see the return of the Exo Stranger from the original Destiny's campaign, as well as Variks from the original game's House of Wolves expansion. The Beyond Light expansion is also releasing on 10th of November on the PS4, Xbox One and PC. 

    5. Godfall  © Gearbox Software
    Godfall is set to launch on November 12th and the game is everything you expect from a hack and slash RPG. The game is best described as a loot-driven action RPG where the focus is on real-time melee attacks. Godfall is set in a fantasy universe that can be played either entirely solo or in co-op mode with your friends. However, the game does require you to be connected to the internet at all times. Think Destiny but better as that’s all we know about this looter-slasher game right now. We’ve seen some gameplay from developer ‘Counterplay Games' and it already looks fantastic. The game will be released for the PlayStation 5 and on PC next month. 

    6. Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War © Activision
    While most people are still busy playing Warzone, the next instalment of Call of Duty is set to release on November 13th. While many feel the game has been overshadowed by the popular battle Royale mode, it seems like the Cold War will be integrated as well. We can expect a big map update that will take elements from Treyarch’s campaign and regular multiplayer modes. The game will also have the Uber popular Zombies mode to look forward to. 

    7. Yakuza: Like a Dragon  © Capcom
    The game is already out in Japan but for us non-Japanese speaking folk, we get to enjoy the crime series yet again when it releases on November 13th for the Xbox One and PC. The game is set in a different city this time that Is Yokohama and uses turn-based combat style instead. The series has surely gotten an overhaul with very different combat mechanics than what most Yakuza players would be used to. We will also play the game with a new lead character, Ichiban Kasuga. 

    8. Cris Tales © Modus Games
    A JRPG-style game, think Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy 6 with turn-based combat and a neat sounding time manipulation system that lets you "experience the past, present, and future simultaneously,” Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs with a new perspective. You can even climb aboard an airship or boat and traverse this handcrafted, dark fairytale world. 

    9. Spider-Man Miles Morales  © Sony Interactive Entertainment
    Insomniac Games is following up its excellent Spider-Man game with a spin-off focusing on the titular hero. Miles is coming to terms with his newfound powers and you'll play as him while he figures out how to be his own Spidey. It's sure to be full of amazing action as you swing through the snowy Manhattan setting. If you buy it on PS4, you'll be able to claim the PS5 version for free.

    So that was our list featuring our top 9 games for the month of November 2020. Since there are 100s of games launching in November, do let us know if we missed out on any great titles in the comments section.

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  10. ADMIN
    The COVID-19 outbreak majorly impacted a lot of businesses, so naturally, game production also took a hit. Game developers are being forced to work from home, which isn't ideal due to some obvious limitations. Due to this, a number of games have been delayed due to slow development.
    Here are 5 games that got delayed this year due to the COVID-19 outbreak -
    DeathloopArkane Studios showcased their time-bending shooter and it got a lot of hype. Sadly, the studio had to delay the release because the devs had to adjust to the work-from-home model. It's now delayed into 2021.
    To the community, an update on DEATHLOOP: pic.twitter.com/XveoG6AgoT
    — DEATHLOOP (@deathloop) August 18, 2020Halo InfiniteHalo Infinite was originally supposed to come out with the new Xbox consoles but they got a lot of criticism after they showcased the gameplay a couple of months ago. After what we think was mostly negative feedback, 343 Industries decided to delay the game's release to 2021.
    Halo Infinite Development Update pic.twitter.com/TFZvXhRN9f
    — Halo (@Halo) August 11, 2020
    Tales of AriseThe JRPG Tales of Arise got delayed indefinitely. Although the devs didn't specifically cite COVID-19 as the reason for the delay, they did speak about how the workflow changes had affected the development. We are looking forward to playing this game whenever it comes out.
    Cyberpunk 2077We have important news to share with you pic.twitter.com/qZUaD6IwmM
    — Cyberpunk 2077 (@CyberpunkGame) October 27, 2020
    After a really long development period, Cyberpunk 2077 was finally slated to come out in September this year. But CD Projekt Red later announced that the game is getting delayed to November 19. Although they also didn't explicitly cite COVID-19 as the reason for the delay, it's worth noting that they're also undergoing work-from-home changes like many others. The game recently got delayed again and it's now slated to come out on December 10.

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  15. ADMIN
    Arjun Kapoor usually keeps his outfits uncomplicated and effortless. This aesthetic especially comes in handy when one has to also adhere to the necessary COVID-19 precautions.  
    A functional outfit can enable you to wear a mask at all times when you step outside. This, however, does not necessarily mean that the outfit is going to be bland. 
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    It looks like Arjun Kapoor has mastered the art of turning around a simple outfit by adding in a statement element each time. Case in point, recently Arjun Kapoor along with fellow actors Saif Ai Khan, Yami Gautam and Jacquiline Fernandez got together to travel to Dalhousie for the shoot of their upcoming film, Bhoot Police. 
    © Viral Bhayani
    © Viral Bhayani
    Aside from the coordinated black masks that had the logo, 'Bhoot Police' printed on them that everyone wore, all actors also wore outfits equipped for their travel to the hill station. 

    Arjun Kapoor too, wore a snug outfit which included a pair of black jeans with a woolen jacket with a denim exterior. 
    Take a closer look at his outfit here:
    © Viral Bhayani
    © Viral Bhayani
    However, what caught our attention were the pair of boots he wore.  

    He was wearing the leather Chelsea boots that add height by the block heels attached on one side. Since winters are already here, the pair of boots are definitely a good alternative to sneakers.  
    © Viral Bhayani
    Chelsea boots also come under the androgynous fashion trend. Their gender-bending aesthetic can easily make your regular winter outfit look edgy like in the case of Arjun Kapoor. 

    Arjun will also be seen in the film, Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar along with actor Parineeti Chopra which is scheduled to release next year.

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  16. ADMIN
    When a legend dies, the entire world stops, just for a little while, to mourn the huge loss. 
    And, with the legendary Sean Connery having passed away yesterday, the world is remembering him and looking back at the unparalleled legacy he has left behind. 
    © Eon Productions
    He not only started off one of the biggest movie franchises back in the 60s after he took on the role of James Bond, but also set a precedent for every actor who had the honour of portraying the iconic character after him.

    Here's looking back at some of his best movies as a celebration of his diverse and enviable career in cinema:
    1. Dr. No (1962) © Eon Productions
    The movie that started it all, the first James Bond on the big screen and there was no better actor to bring that to life.

    As the iconic agent is in Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of a fellow British agent, he ends up in the underground base of Dr No, who is plotting to disrupt an early American space launch from Cape Canaveral with a radio beam weapon.
    2. Goldfinger (1964) © Eon Productions
    Considered not just Sean Connery's best Bond movie, but the best Bond movie ever by a lot of people, this one is definitely a classic.

    As the name suggests, the movie has our main character investigating gold smuggling by gold magnate Auric Goldfinger and eventually uncovering Goldfinger's plans to contaminate the United States Bullion Depository at Fort Knox.
    3. The Untouchables (1987) © Paramount Pictures
    The movie tells the true story of Federal Agent Eliot Ness and his efforts of bringing together a ragtag team to take down Prohibition-era gangster Al Capone. 

    In just one sentence, the movie already sounds so interesting, it's no surprise it won Sean Connery an Oscar for his performance.
    4. Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade (1989) © Paramount Pictures
    It doesn't get more classic than freaking Indiana Jones. The movie sees Harrison Ford joining forces with his estranged father, played by Connery, to stop the Nazis from getting their hands on the Holy Grail.

    The father-son story is apparently pretty close to director Steven Spielberg's heart and well, no surprises there, tbh.
    5. The Man Who Would Be King (1975) © Columbia Pictures
    This adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s novella follows two British soldiers as they set out for adventure in 19th century India. 

    When they find themselves in the faraway land of Kafiristan, one of them is mistaken for a deity by the natives and treated like royalty.
    6. The Hill (1965) © Seven Arts Productions
    The gritty movie is a tense military drama set inside a British army prison in North Africa during WWII. 

    It follows Sean Connery's character, a former Squadron Sergeant Major convicted of assaulting a commanding officer, who as punishment, is forced to climb an artificial hill over-and-over again in the blistering hot sun.
    7. The Rock (1996) © Hollywood Pictures
    The movie centres around a renegade military commander, played by Ed Harris, who threatens a nerve gas attack from Alcatraz prison against San Francisco. 

    It's up to Mason, an ex-con played by Connery, the only prisoner to ever escape from the island fortress to team up with a mild-mannered chemist, played by Nicolas Cage, to stop him before it's too late.

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