Pop Culture Recap: Coachella 2025 Highlights, Ananya Panday Becomes Chanel’s First Indian Brand Ambassador

This week, we witnessed major fashion milestones and electric festivals that kept everyone buzzing. Here are the highlights you can’t miss. 

Coachella 2025: A Star-Studded Weekend

Coachella 2025 was an unforgettable experience, packed with electrifying performances and surprising moments that fans won’t soon forget. Headliners like Lady Gaga, Green Day, and Travis Scott brought their A-game to the stage. Lady Gaga wowed the crowd with a visually stunning performance that included both her iconic hits and fresh material. Green Day made their Coachella debut, delivering a high-energy set that had everyone rocking out. Travis Scott’s performance drew a massive crowd, though it got some mixed reviews, with fans calling it a bit slow in parts. Other performances that stood out included Megan Thee Stallion, whose power-packed set got everyone hyped, and Missy Elliott, who brought her signature style and futuristic flair. Blackpink’s Lisa and Jennie also had solo sets that gave fans a chance to see them shine as individuals. In a surprising twist, Bernie Sanders made an appearance during Clairo’s set, blending politics with music in a way no one expected. And for a fun throwback, Yo Gabba Gabba! made a surprise comeback with Flavor Flav, reminding everyone of their childhood favorites.

Ananya Panday Becomes Chanel’s First Indian Brand Ambassador

French luxury fashion house Chanel announced Bollywood actor Ananya Panday as its first-ever brand ambassador from India. The announcement follows her recent appearance at Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2025 show in Paris.

Ralph Lauren Brings Edwardian Flair to Tribeca for Fall 2025

Ralph Lauren switched things up for his Fall 2025 show, stepping away from his typical glitzy night showcases to unveil a more refined, Edwardian-inspired collection in broad daylight. The presentation took place at the newly opened Jack Shainman Gallery in Tribeca and focused solely on his signature luxe womenswear. With a front row packed with familiar faces like Anne Hathaway, Sadie Sink, and Naomi Watts, the show felt both intimate and starry. 

YouTube’s ‘Hype’ Feature Offers Boost for Emerging Creators

YouTube’s Hype, introduced last year, gives lesser-known creators a new way to gain visibility. Viewers can tap a ‘Hype’ button on eligible videos they think deserve more attention. These videos then appear on a dedicated Hype leaderboard, offering a spotlight driven by the community rather than the algorithm. Unlike traditional ranking systems, Hype doesn’t impact search results, making it a separate space for discovery based purely on viewer support.

Nationwide Protests Erupt Across the US Against Trump’s Leadership Amid ‘Hands Off’ Movement

People across the United States took to the streets in all 50 states, rallying under the banner of the “Hands Off” movement to voice strong opposition to what they see as President Donald Trump’s growing authoritarianism and billionaire-fueled agenda. The nationwide protests were backed by more than 150 progressive organizations, including groups like MoveOn, Indivisible, and a wide range of advocates focused on civil rights, gender equality, veterans’ issues, labor rights, climate justice, and LGBTQ+ protections. The coordinated demonstrations reflected a collective outcry against what organizers called a dangerous overreach of power.

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