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Launch of Kia Syros in Chennai on January 25, 2025. | Photo Credit: R. Ravindran From panoramic sunroof to wireless charging, stolen vehicle tracking to front ventilated seats, customers in Chennai were given a glimpse of what Kia promises to offer in its new compact SUV, the Syros.R. Arunkumar, chief executive officer, VST Central Kia, an authorised KIA Cars India Dealer, said, Syros is an advanced product with over 80 connected features. “One of the important features is, in this segment, Syros comes with a panoramic sunroof, and we believe it will be a major attraction for customers. Kia, in Chennai,…

On a cloudy noon, we drive to Vintage Miles, tucked inside a sprawling coconut grove. The property feels like a step back in time, the modern world fading as we enter. Its founder Abhinandan Chandrasekhar’s house is nestled within this space, flanked by a garage filled with vintage cars in various stages of transformation. Some vehicles appear nearly complete, their chrome accents gleaming despite the overcast sky. Others lay bare, their intricate innards exposed like anatomical models. A few are stripped down to mere skeletons, waiting patiently for new life.Abhinandan’s office is a treasure trove for vintage enthusiasts. The wooden…

Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt and Ananya Panday | Photo Credit: X/ @Filmfare Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee celebrated 25 years of his iconic label with a grand fashion show at the Jio Convention Centre on January 25. The star-studded event featured Bollywood’s finest, including Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Sonam Kapoor, and Ananya Panday, alongside international supermodel Christy Turlington.Marking her first runway appearance since welcoming her daughter Dua in September 2024, Deepika opened the show in a striking ensemble. She donned white trousers, a shirt, and a trench coat, paired with black leather gloves and bold statement jewelry.Alia Bhatt turned heads in a…