Famous Personalities

Narain Karthikeyan, India's first Formula 1 race car driver, now runs a business of refurbished bikes, which employs around 250 people and is backed by approximately $11 million in funding.

A look back at Tijinder Singh, the frontman of the band Cornershop, and his song Brimful of Asha, which was a pivotial moment in highlighting the plight of immigrants across the UK, as well as bringing the names of Indian singers like Asha Bhosle to the global mainstream.

From Alaipayuthey to Yuva and Iruvar to Nayakan, these 10 Mani Ratnam movies show us how the filmmaker went beyond the confines of mainstream cinema.

A lawyer for some of Bollywood's biggest stars, Priyanka Khimani grew up in a Mumbai chawl and started financially supporting her family at age 15 after her father died.

Ghanshyam Das (GD) Birla, the architect behind the Indian business conglomerate, the Birla Group, had a very important role in the freedom struggle. Here's his life story.

From Jharsuguda, Odisha, 18-year-old Sriya Lenka's name was announced as the latest member of the K-Pop group Blackswan on May 26.

Arriving in London during the late ’60s with just his guitar, Biddu Appaiah went on to become a globally renowned music producer who sold millions of records. Here’s his story.

On 15 February, the immortal singer-composer Bappi Lahiri passed away at the age of 69. We remember his contribution to the industry, including hits like Disco Dancer, Jimmy and more.

Always unafraid to speak out and be herself, Sania Mirza became World No 1 in Doubles after having three surgeries. Her ability to fight adversity is what makes her special.

Ace aviator and former chairman of the Tata Group, JRD Tata wrote hundreds of letters to his colleagues, bureaucrats and others during his lifetime. His response to a letter from a school teacher in Kolkata offers a rare glimpse into his legendary work ethic.