India, Oct. 20 -- There is something particularly interesting about speaking to someone who has built a career around food and then hearing them talk about Instagram in terms of soul, impact and authenticity. My conversation with Chef Vikas Khanna was one of those interviews where I found myself thinking about the platform quite differently by the time we were done. Vikas is part of the jury for Instagram Rings this year, Instagram's award that celebrates creators who are willing to take creative chances, bring people together and create in their own way. The award is not about a particular genre of content or simply about numbers. It is about the spirit behind the work and the impact it has on people.

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