Grihshobha unveils new look with International Women’s Day Special

Grihshobha has unveiled a modern, sophisticated, and dynamic new look.

The International Women’s Day Special issue features an exclusive cover story on Cannes Award-winning filmmaker Payal Kapadia, written by journalist Jane Borges.

Kapadia, whose celebrated film All We Imagine as Light captures the feminist pulse of Mumbai. Kapadia opens up about how her childhood in an artistically rich home, her evolving relationship with the city, and her deep engagement with politics have shaped her storytelling. She credits her mother, an artist, and her father, a psychoanalyst, for fostering a deep sensitivity towards human emotions, which later solidified at FTII, Pune, during a pivotal student strike.

"I think there’s a fear that if women become friends, it will be a big problem for everyone," Kapadia reflects in the interview. Accompanying this compelling feature is a cover portrait shot by Prarthna Singh.

Beyond the cover story, the issue spotlights five young next-gen business entrepreneurs who are making their mark across industries, redefining success, and reshaping the future of leadership in India.

Founder-Editor Paresh Nath explains: "Our readers are at an inflection point, seeking more than just solutions to daily challenges. They aspire for a life of purpose, self-reliance, and progress. Our new look and editorial design are geared to inspire them towards a life of fulfilment and greater meaning."

He continues, “beginning March, each issue of Grihshobha will therefore feature a deeply intimate profile of a woman who can be an inspiring role model for our readers to look up to. Our effort will be to anchor the story around frank, open, and honest conversations, to make it relatable to our readers.

“In the age of digital, we want the print magazine to stand apart with its deep and rich story-telling.”

The revamped Grihshobha features a sleek new masthead, a modern colour palette, and minimalist, impactful layouts.

Grihshobha is also launching the inaugural edition of the GS Inspire Awards, set to take place on March 20th, 2025, at Travancore Palace, New Delhi.

The Grihshobha Inspire Women’s Awards is an initiative dedicated to honouring the achievements of visionary women—changemakers, disruptors, and pioneers—who have left an indelible mark in their respective fields.
The awards will celebrate 24 such women and their remarkable and inspiring stories. A distinguished independent jury has judged the awards, comprising:
• Sathya Saran (Head of the Jury), Former Editor, Femina
• Nuriya Ansari, President, Learning Links Foundation
• Padmapriya, Acclaimed Actor
• Dilshad Master, Director, Outbound Himalaya
• Richa Shah, Editor, Champak
• Surabhi Kanga, Web Editor, The Caravan.