Shannon Mahanty

‘I Would Rather Be Considered Irritating For Trying, Than Cool For Saying Nothing' - Jameela Jamil Always Speaking Up
As she approaches 40 with a new sense of freedom and fun, Jameela Jamil tells Shannon Mahanty why the next decade is about prioritizing pleasure.

‘When I Started In Music, It Was Designed To Pit Women Against Each Other’: Kelly Rowland On Leveling Up Her Industry
Ahead of ELLE UK and Fendi’s Celebration Of Women In Music, the Destiny’s Child alum shares her soundtrack to the summer, holiday wardrobe essentials and enduring love of strong women

Emma Corrin: ‘I Feel Very Settled In Myself, Which I Haven’t Had For A Long Time’
Fresh off the stage from a star-studded performance of The Seagull and now a lead in the highly anticipated new season of Black Mirror, Emma Corrin has reached new heights. They speak to Shannon Mahanty about their complicated relationship with fame and where they find hope today.

Why We’re All Turning To Religion - From Instagram Imams To Mega Churches
Amid constant global upheaval, is it any wonder more of us are turning to mega churches and instagram imams to seek purpose and meaning through religion? Shannon Mahanty investigates.

Is 2024 The Year Activism Finally Grew A Backbone?
In the wake of Trump's re-election, protest is moving away from the performative towards the powerful.

'This Election Is About Whether Democracy Can Prevail'
Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer-prize winning journalist and creator of The 1619 Project, which charts the ongoing legacy of slavery in the US, shares her election hopes and fears.

For Letitia Wright, 'It All Starts With The Look'
The Black Panther and ELLE cover star breaks down her ELLE Style Awards ensemble

Adult Content: The Rise And Rise Of Ethical Porn
As consumers, we're reevaluating everything, from the food we eat to the media we engage with — including porn. Is it time for a more conscious approach to pleasure? Shannon Mahanty reports on the rise of a new erotic movement.

Hello Hot Rabbi: How Religion Found Its Sex Appeal
From The Nobody Wants This heartthrob to Fleabag's Hot Priest, why are we more comfortable with religion when it comes in the form of an on-screen crush?

Letitia Wright Is Finding Her Light
Poised to become one of the greatest actors of her generation, Letitia Wright is also excelling behind the camera. The 30-year-old Bafta-winner opens up to Shannon Mahanty about turning her hand to directing, navigating grief and finding power in fashion.

Bonjour Tristesse's Lily McInerny On Working With Chloë Sevigny And Hedi Slimane
For the actor, a fashion-loving thrift-store fan, the starring role in the 1950s Riviera-set drama is ‘such a gift’.

Ramla Ali On Why Olympic Boxer Imane Khelif Deserves Compassion, Not Controversy
'We must uphold the integrity of sports, and make sure that athletes are judged on their performance, not on baseless accusations that feed into harmful narratives.'

Paapa Essiedu On Love, Politics And His Most Challenging Role To Date
For the 34-year-old actor, his artistry and politics are explicitly connected. He talks to Shannon Mahanty about challenging injustice and on and off-screen love stories.

Green Party Co-Leader Carla Denyer Won A Seat At The Table
'People are tired of the two old parties and their ways of doing things. They want a fresh approach.'

General Election 2024: What Do The Main Political Parties Promise Women?
We've poured through the manifestos, so you don't have to.

Speaking Truth To Power: MP Zarah Sultana On Westminster’s Toxic Politics
'This is not what a functioning democracy looks like.'

How (And Why) To Vote In This Years Local Elections
Tomorrow, the UK will head to the polls. ELLE UK looks at why it matters.

'It's An Overwhelming Sense Of Belonging': Raye's Lessons On Modern Love
Behind the scenes of her ELLE UK cover shoot, the BRIT award winning musician discussed falling for music and her complicated relationship with self-love

Raye Of Light
From a seven-year battle to leave her record label to a chart-topping album and history-making victory at the BRITS, Raye bet on herself – and won.

All Together Now: The Return Of The Commune
From hillside eco-communities to urban co-living spaces, in the wake of the pandemic a desire for increased connection is fuelling new ways of living.

Ami Okumura Jones On The Magic Of Sisterhood And The Joy Of Studio Ghibli
The My Neighbour Totoro Star talks about her breakout role, and finding renewed pride in her Japanese heritage.

How To Travel Around Mexico Like A Culture-Obsessed ELLE Editor
Boasting a rich cultural heritage and an illustrious pantheon of artistic titans, the country is also increasingly becoming the fashion world's travel destination of choice.

In Conversation: Ambika Mod
She broke our hearts as a junior doctor in 'This Is Going To Hurt'. Now, the BAFTA Breakthrough is about to do it all again with a starring role in Netflix’s adaptation of beloved novel, 'One Day'. Shannon Mahanty meets her.

Fashion Awards 2023: Getting Ready With Mahalia
ELLE UK got party ready with the musican of the moment.

Fight Night! 24 Hours In Monaco With Boxing Champion Ramla Ali
ELLE UK took a ringside seat for the Dior ambassador's thrilling showdown

Michaela Coel On Moshpits And Mentoring The Next Generation Of Filmmakers
'They have stories that are not anywhere in the tapestry of film and television. They need to be heard.'

Bianca Jagger On Timeless Style and the Influence of Dior
‘Maria Grazia liberates women: we don't have to look the same, we can have our own style’

In Conversation: Ama Lou On Fashion, Songwriting And Her Long-Awaited Debut
After spending years perfecting her unique sound, the soulful musician - and rising fashion-world darling - is breaking new ground with her long-awaited debut.

Kelechi Okafor On The Peckham Beauty Shop Protests
When a Black woman was assaulted in a beauty shop in Peckham this week, footage filmed by a fellow customer went viral. Kelechi Okafor shares why the protests that followed matter.

ELLE Style Awards: Stormzy's #Merky Books Wins Collective Of The Year Award
At the ELLE Style Awards, the BRIT award-winner presented the Collective award to his team.

Venice Film Festival: Getting Ready With Actor Greta Bellamacina For Cartier’s Star-Studded Party
The morning after the night before, the actor, director and poet discusses the theatrical inspiration behind her striking look.

My Style, My Space: Designer Irene Agbontaen Is Fixing Up Generation Renovation
As a woman renovating her home alone, Agbontaen encountered sexism and a disappointing lack of diversity in the industry.