‘I went to rehab, to fix myself’: Anurag Kashyap reveals how prolonged stress due to failing work projects led to a heart attack; why this is a warning for every professional

From heart health to metabolic shifts, an expert explains how unresolved professional grief keeps the body in a chronic ‘threat mode,’ turning creative frustration into a medical crisis.

‘I was really offended, but then…’: R Madhavan recalls when his wife noticed the unhappiness that prompted him to take a 4-year career break; how career disillusionment shows up

An expert explains how disillusionment differs from burnout, the signs to watch for, and how a well-planned break can restore clarity and motivation.

When Tamannaah Bhatia opened up about early career struggles, revealed how South star replaced her for refusing a scene: ‘Change the heroine’

“I never regretted not confining, and you know what, those same people respect me today because I didn't buckle,” recalled the actor

From ‘Yes, Boss’ to ‘Circle Back Tuesday’: How Gen Z is redrawing the professional line

Gen Z employees appear to have stirred a heated debate about professionalism, work culture, and boundaries. Are they right?

Psychologist reflects on Lucky Ali’s reaction to Arijit Singh’s decision of quitting playback singing: ‘Something must have snapped within him’

After Arijit Singh announced he would stop taking new playback assignments, a psychologist weighs in on what drives artists to pause long careers: from burnout to deeper misalignment with work and identity.

‘I see them as family, not an industry’: Sobhita Dhulipala on life and career after marriage

"Maybe in the future I will understand this better, but for now, my career and my family are very separate," she added.

‘It’s a beautiful advantage…’: Ram Charan on career setbacks despite being privileged, and why he mentally clocks out after work hours

After speaking candidly about privilege, failure, and not tying identity to work, Ram Charan’s reflections echo a struggle many professionals face: learning to switch off without guilt.

‘People think I’m lucky, but I made my own luck’: Expert reflects on Rajat Bedi’s 20 years of setbacks and his emotional comeback

“My wife has been a constant support for me. She’s experienced a lot of sadness because of me,” added Rajat Bedi

‘You can’t get your best output by overextending yourself’: Suniel Shetty on why 12-18 hour workdays don’t work for him; expert on how they affect productivity

Suniel Shetty says long workdays drain focus and fuel burnout. A psychologist explains why breaks, rest, and firm boundaries actually improve productivity.

Why Gen Z employees are hopping jobs faster, and what it means for mental health

A new workplace term, ‘office frogging,’ describes employees who move between roles quickly in search of growth, flexibility, and self-preservation.

How the Japanese philosophy of ‘geidō’ can transform your career

In a world that chases speed and instant results, Geidō reminds us that there’s beauty in the slow burn

‘Progressive on paper or work-life Tetris?’: Indians remain skeptical of proposed 4-day workweek model

When longer hours become the norm, the cost to mental well-being becomes real and cumulative. Work design needs to prioritise sustainable performance, instead.

‘I was so upset and disappointed’: Suhana Khan reveals she cried alone in her room after school play rejection in the UK; why setbacks hurt so deeply

A school audition rejection left Suhana Khan unexpectedly heartbroken and helped her understand that her desire to act came from passion, not pressure. An expert explains why rejection can feel so personal and how it shapes our identity and goals.

Suniel Shetty’s emotional moment with son Ahan offers insight into why early career failures hit so hard: ‘There’s always turmoil in our lives’

Early career failures can hit hard, affecting confidence and identity. Suniel Shetty shared his emotional experience with Ahan’s debut film struggles, while an expert explains how young adults can rebuild self-worth and resilience.

Retaining employees as they age is possible with more flexibility

Organisations could offer the same measures to everyone, thereby avoiding any allegations of age-based favouritism.

‘I’m just a 12th pass’: What Deepika Padukone’s success journey despite limited education teaches us about prioritising personal fulfilment

"I finished my 12th and I tried to do one year of my degree through college, I couldn't do that and then I tried to do distance education. I couldn't complete that as well," recalled Padukone.

‘Sanjay Dutt was freaking out’: Rajat Bedi recalls waiting hours for Govinda on Jodi No. 1 set; how one person’s delay can impact team morale

The confusion only grew when they learnt that Govinda wasn’t even at home but flying in from Hyderabad.

‘When the lights are out, I cry’: Neha Dhupia opens up about experiencing anxiety when she’s out of work; expert on how it impacts mental health

After 20 years in the film industry, Neha Dhupia opens up about anxiety, crying in private, and the emotional toll of long gaps between acting jobs.

Jackky Bhagnani praises wife Rakul Preet Singh for not demanding ‘anything extra’ professionally, ‘when she can clearly’; expert on finding balance

“She is one of the most balanced, one of the most sorted human beings on this earth,” shared actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani

Why chronic boredom at work is bad for modern organisations

Not all workplace stress comes from overload. For many employees, it’s the emptiness of under-stimulation that slowly erodes motivation and confidence.

‘Kam se kam bata dena chahiye tha’: When Neena Gupta found out she was replaced from a movie through Instagram

Her suspicions were confirmed when she found out the role had gone to someone else. “Pata chala ki meri jagah usko le liya hai,” she said.

Why this Japenese philosophy is the key to finding meaning in your career

While often associated with literature, art, and nature (such as the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms), Mono no Aware also has profound implications for work and professional life.

‘What have you done since Hotmail’: Sabeer Bhatia says stigma around failure is so strong in India, people don’t experiment

For Sabeer Bhatia, the message is clear: India must move beyond rote learning, rigid thinking, and fear of failure

‘I had to pretend to be dumb’: Janhvi Kapoor speaks about navigating male egos in her career despite being privileged; how self-censoring impacts women’s confidence

“I understand that I am coming from a place of privilege in my work environment,” she acknowledged.

What happens when managers don’t act? New research reveals consequences can be severe

Because of their formal position of authority, managers have the obligation to protect their employees from harm and maintain a safe and ethical work environment.

"People say rebound relationships don’t last but we are proof that these relationships can work," the Mohabbatein actor recalled.