The varied shades of Mumbai have been immortalised in pop culture through different mediums. Music is one such avenue that has not only captured the city’s essence in various forms but also shaped its perception. Ahead of World Music Day 2025, here is a look at some songs that have embodied the spirit and eccentricities of the ‘Maximum City’
19 June,2025 02:17 PM IST | Raaina JainIf you're looking for activities to do this weekend, here's a line-up that is sure to keep you busy (Story by Minal Sancheti)
19 June,2025 10:06 AM IST | Nascimento PintoMumbai’s urban landscape has left little space for people to sit back, relax and enjoy the outdoors. However, there are some spots in and around the city where you can enjoy picnics or day outings to take a break from the chaos of everyday life. On International Picnic Day, here are some places you can explore
18 June,2025 12:07 PM IST | Raaina JainThe Louvre, known as the world's most-visited museum, shut down on June 16 after staff went on strike in frustration over overcrowding at the museum that they weren't able to handle
17 June,2025 12:21 PM IST | Nascimento PintoAmid the ongoing monsoon, Mumbaikars had to deal with a flooded road outside the suburban railway station in one of the most busy business districts in Mumbai
16 June,2025 12:31 PM IST | Nascimento PintoRetrace the city’s queer roots with this crawl that celebrates early LGBTQiA+ hangouts and cultural creators (Story by Junisha Dama)
15 June,2025 10:37 PM IST | Nascimento PintoHere’s to the one who always shields us from the rain, but also teaches us how it’s fun to just let go and splash around sometimes. Sunday mid-day brings you a few tender moments between fathers and their children from across the city (Team SMD)
15 June,2025 04:30 PM IST | Nascimento PintoIndia has been home to many gifted musicians across generations. Among them are those who were inspired by their parents’ musical journeys to follow the same path. Ahead of Father’s Day 2025, here are some Indian and Indian-origin father-child duos or teams who have each carved unique musical paths and identities
14 June,2025 07:24 PM IST | Raaina JainOn the much-loved diarist Anne Frank’s birth anniversary today, we honour diaries in literature that have lent a significant hand in revealing the inner lives of their keepers (Story by Nandinii Varma)
12 June,2025 01:34 PM IST | Nascimento PintoIf you're looking for activities to do this weekend, here's a line-up that is sure to keep you busy (Story by Shriram Iyengar)
12 June,2025 11:43 AM IST | Nascimento PintoCelebrated British author Frederick Forsyth passed away on June 9. While he is most popularly known for 'The Day of the Jackal', Forsyth was a person of many talents, and here are some unique facts you need to know about him
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