12052026-LSTL-01.qxd 5/11/2026 9:23 PM Page 1 c m y b OWEN WINS Adolescence star Owen Cooper has won the BAFTA TV Award for supporting actor, a win that completes an astonishing full set of major awards for the 16-year-old’s first-ever screen role. TRIBUNE Life Nonika Singh “T HE art of filmmaking is silence.” Heavy words from a 22- year-old. And even heavier is young director Karen Kshiti Suvarna’s subject of Alzheimer’s. With her film, September 21, selected for the Marche du Film at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, she shares how she was drawn to such a somber issue, and how the disease which largely afflicts older people resonated with her young years. Come to think of it, Alzheimer’s as a subject is not new to Hindi film industry. One of last year’s blockbusters, Saiyaara, too dealt with the same. You bet Kshiti has seen the film; only she had finished the shooting of her film when Mohit Suri’s heartrending love story released. If in Saiyaara the patient was a young girl, September 21 revolves around elders, which is when the disease truly strikes. Sherry set for Cannes debut Legal action Dua Lipa has a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging that the company used her image on television packaging without authorisation. The singer has accused Samsung of “copyright infringement.” LUDHIANA | TUESDAY | 12 MAY 2026 Cannes, here she comes! MANGO MANIA chandigarh T HE Mango Festival at Yazu offers a curated menu where mango takes over your favourite Pan-Asian flavours and signature cocktails. From bold sushi creations to refreshing mangoinfused drinks, every experience is crafted to be sweet and unforgettable. Expect tropical richness, umami flavours and handcrafted cocktails inspired by the king of fruits. play PAPON LIVE E XPERIENCE Shaam-E-Mehfil with Papon at Nexus Elante Mall on Saturday May 16 at 7:45 pm. Immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Papon, whose versatility and hearttouching renditions like Humnava, Bulleya and Kyon, that have won millions of fans. Known for his soulful ghazals and iconic Bollywood hits, Papon will weave an enchanting journey of music that blends nostalgia with his unique artistry. love amritsar FIND YOUR MOVES T IRED of the same old weekend routine? The Social Sanctuary, in collaboration with Balanced Body Pilate Studio, brings you a high energy social experiment to explore a new hobby, learn a dance routine and find your soul tribe. Hosting beginner friendly interactive Dance Routine workshops, the fitness events come with a fun side. The upcoming workshop will happen on May 24 at Balanced Body Pilate Studio 5pm onwards. Payal Kapadia’s historic Grand Prix win at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2024 created a new bar. Does India stand a chance this year? Well, only one short film makes the cut. The 79th edition of the festival which takes place from May 12 to May 23 in Cannes, France, will of course see many of our celebrities from Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to Alia Bhatt to Aditi Rao Hydari walk the red carpet. But the real toast is cinema and Indian movies which will be seen at Cannes this year are as follows… SHADOWS OF MOONLESS NIGHTS: This 24-minute-short film is directed by 26year-old Mehar Malhotra, a student of Film and Television Institute of India. All eyes are on this India’s solo chance for a win as this is the only Indian film in competition of any kind. Shadows… is in the reckoning in La Cinef section for student films. I want to tell stories which people find relatable, says Karen Kshiti Suvarna, whose film on Alzheimer’s has been selected for the Marche du Film section at Cannes Film Festival AMMA ARIYAN: A restored version of the 1986 Malayalam classic will be screened in keeping with Film Heritage Foundation’s endeavour to take a masterpiece to Cannes. BALAN THE BOY: Yet another Malayalam drama will be part of the marketing section. CHARDIKALA: Punjabis can take a bow. Directed by Amarjit Saron, starring Ammy Virk and Roopi Gill the Punjabi film will have its premiere at the prestigious festival and mark Virk’s debut at Cannes. Besides, while most films dealing with the degenerative Mrs Universe Sherry Singh is all set to attend the prestiillness focus on patients, Sepgious Cannes Film Festival. Known for her evolving jourtember 21sees it through the ney across entrepreneurship, fashion, and public platforms, lens of caregivers. The fact, Sherry’s upcoming appearance at Cannes marks another that her writer Raj Shekhar milestone in her growing global presence. At Cannes, Sherry is himself a caregiver, helped is expected to collaborate with celebrated designers and repher understand what it resent contemporary Indian fashion on an international means to be responsible for stage. Speaking about attending Cannes this year, Sherry the patient’s well-being. She shared, “Being part of such a globally celebrated platform says, “As a rule, patients get greater is an exciting experience, and I’m looking forward to empathy and few spare a thought representing confidence, individuality, and modfor those whose lives are turned ern Indian fashion on an international stage.” upside down in the process of taking care of their loved ones.” WHAT’S HOT eat MAKING THE CUT A STILL FROM SEPTEMBER 21 Basing her film in real events, her debut feature film, she insists, “is not a sob story but a human drama, where silence speaks.” Silence for her is a significant communication tool, not only because she was aiming for global audiences at film festivals. Of course, she nods that you can never custom-make a film for festivals, especially as premier as Cannes. But she adds, Priyanka Chopra shines in Chikankari gown Mona Those who missed Priyanka Chopra Jonas at the Met Gala were in for a stunning surprise as the Desi Girl stepped out to receive the Global Vanguard Honour at the Gold House Gala in Los Angeles. She wore an off-white Chikankari gown designed by celebrated couturier Amit Aggarwal. Accompanied by her mother, Madhu Chopra, Priyanka carried the timeless elegance of the traditional Chikankari saree into a strikingly contemporary space. Speaking about the ensemble, Aggarwal shared, “For the Gold House Gala, I wanted to reimagine the beauty of Chikankari craft through a more contemporary, global lens. Chikankari from Uttar Pradesh, where Priyanka hails from, is a signature craft with a rich legacy. Lucknow was always a Mughal city, and that history still lives within the craft. The age-old Mughal jaal and the beauty of parametric architecture connect through biomimicry. What I wanted to create for her became a passage of light.” For the piece, Aggarwal revived a twodecade-old Chikankari saree. “It was embroidered entirely by women on an incredibly delicate chiffon using a single silk thread. It is one of the most intricate forms of lace-making in India. I took that softness and openness and rebuilt it in my own language through rubber cord, recycled glass, and handformed beads — all signature materials of the brand.” Calling the ensemble an ode to Priyanka, Aggarwal added, “In every meeting with Priyanka, I have felt she is someone who truly shines with her own light. This piece is an ode to who she is, the future she has carved for herself, and everyone who will walk that path after her.” c m y b SPIRIT OF THE WILDFLOWER: A 90minute documentary written and directed by Shrimoyee Chakraborty has been selected for the marketing section. The film follows the unconventional dreams of two sisters running an illegal distillery. “Since, our subject is so meaningful, festivals seemed a good option to showcase it.” Making the cut in the market section of the festival is undeniably a ‘touch wood’ moment for her, which is yet to sink in. Cannes sure is an exciting place to be in and she is excited to be part of a talk where women of substance and significance would be participating. Alia jets off to French Riviera As anticipation builds around the Cannes Film Festival 2026, actor Alia Bhatt offered fans a stylish glimpse into her journey to the French Riviera through a playful Instagram story shared while travelling. In the post, Bhatt was seen seated inside an aeroplane, embracing a relaxed yet polished travel aesthetic. She wore a pink baseball cap embroidered with the phrase “tinted and unbothered” and held a lip product from L’Oreal Paris, which she tagged in the story, highlighting her association with the global beauty brand. Adding a touch of humour to the update, the actor captioned the story “stain alive,” a playful reference to the ‘Stayin’ Alive classic by the Bee Gees, which also featured as the background music for the clip. The Instagram update arrives shortly after Bhatt was spotted at the Mumbai airport late on Sunday, departing for France to attend the festival. She was photographed in a chic airport ensemble featuring a black long coat layered over a white tank top, paired with jeans and boots. The actor is returning to Cannes for the second consecutive year as a global ambassa- dor for L’Oreal Paris after making her debut at the prestigious event last year. The festival is scheduled to run from May 12 to May 23 and is expected to see several international celebrities walk the red carpet. — ANI