15062026-LSTL-01.qxd 6/14/2026 7:39 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE Life Celebrations! Jennifer Lopez has joined the celebrations following the New York Knicks’ historic NBA Championship victory, sharing an emotional message for the team and the city she proudly calls home. LUDHIANA | MONDAY | 15 JUNE 2026 Sharvari on success, f r Swiuti Taylo ip r stardom aunts Ja fl & staying ruby grounded The diva walks the red carpet wearing a Rs 9.4 lakh ring from Amrapali Jewels AnanyaVerma Taylor Swift made history at the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame by becoming the youngest woman to ever receive the honour. While the milestone marked a defining moment in her career, her red carpet appearance generated its own conversation. Swift arrived in a black Givenchy gown by Sarah Burton. The dress is corseted at the top, opens into a draped skirt with a thigh-high slit. Hand-embroidered floral detailing added texture to the otherwise minimalist look, reinforcing the house's signature craftsmanship. Her ring, however, is what people are actually talking about. It's from Amrapali Jewels, a Jaipur-based house that has spent decades working with India's traditional goldsmithing techniques. The piece is a 2.41carat oval ruby ring in 18-karat gold, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds arranged in a floral halo pattern. As listed on Amrapali Jewels' official website, it is priced at $9,900, which is approximately ~9.4 lakh. The brand posted about it on Instagram, saying Swift's choice was a nod to Jaipur's royal jewellery heritage. Amrapali has not said whether the piece was bought, borrowed or gifted. She kept the rest of her styling understated and paired the look with citrine earrings, a diamond bracelet, red lips, soft eye makeup. WHAT’S HOT eat chandigarh SIGNATURE COCKTAILS B EAT the Chandigarh heat with a refreshing mixology experience at Meliaa - A Fine Cuisine Bar, Sector 8. The fine dining destination pairs handcrafted signature cocktails and classics with a menu inspired by Greek, Mediterranean and Turkish flavours. play chandigarh THE GOOD OL’ 90S R ELIVE the 90s nostalgia with Rajiv Thakur, as he brings his stand-up comedy show, GenZ and 90’s Waale to Studio XO: Mohali on 21 June at 6 pm. The evening promises to be packed with razor sharp wit, relatable stories, spot-on observations with a hint of Punjabi charm. Tickets are priced at ~499. love shimla FAIR ENOUGH T HE Shimla Book Fair has returned and is being held at Gaiety Theatre. The fair offers a variety of books, including fiction, non-fiction and biographies at discounted prices, providing a great opportunity to literature enthusiasts to grab their favourite book. The fair will continue till June 19. Subhash K Jha S HARVARI’S climb to fame has been swift and steady. About a decade ago, she was working as an assistant director on the sets of Luv Ranjan and Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Today she leads the cast in big productions like Main Vaapas Aaunga and Alpha. The effervescent young actress remains pleasantly unaffected by her success. We talk to her about her rising career graph and her acclaimed role in Main Vaapas Aaunga... From Bunty Aur Babli 2 to Main Vaapas Aaunga… how do you view your journey so far? I feel like I’ve grown with every film. When I started out, I just wanted an opportunity to do the work I loved. Today, when I look at the kind of filmmakers and stories I’ve been able to be a part of, I feel grateful. Getting to be part of Main Vaapas Aaunga feels like a really special step in that journey. As an outsider, has it been a struggle to get where you are? I think every actor has his/her own challenges, and for me, patience has probably been the biggest lesson. There are moments when things don’t move as quickly as you’d like them to, but I’ve always believed in focusing on the work rather than the noise around it. My journey, experiences, Salman FLAUNTS buzz cut The actor makes a cool entry at the 25th anniversary celebrations of Aamir Khan Productions Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Saturday evening attended the 25th anniversary celebrations of Aamir Khan Productions. The event, however, quickly shifted focus to Salman’s striking new look, as he was seen sporting a buzz cut that drew considerable attention. Salman was seen happily posing for the paparazzi alongside Aamir Khan. Kareena Kapoor Khan, who arrived at the event around the same time as Salman, was also delighted to meet the two Khans. The trio came together for a photo session, striking poses for the paparazzi. Shortly after Salman’s appearance, social media was spammed with visuals focussing on his new look. It is not yet known whether Salman’s new look is for an upcoming film.Meanwhile, Salman will next be seen in the film Maatrubhumi, where he will share screen space with Chitrangada Singh. The film is directed by Apoorva Lakhia. —ANI disappointments and successes have made me value every opportunity a little more because I know how much it takes to get there. What was your reaction when Imtiaz Ali offered you Main Vaapas Aaunga? From Bunty Aur Babli 2 somebody would crack a joke and the whole set to Main Vaapas would burst into laughter. Those are Aaunga — the actress’ what staycontrastsyou. with journey takes a significant And of course, filming step with the Imtiaz Ali the songs was magical. Was shooting with Vedang a picnic? directorial Not quite a picnic, unless I was very excited. I’ve admired his films for years and I’ve always loved the way he writes his characters, especially the women. I remember hearing the narration and immediately feeling connected to the story. Tell me about some of the memorable incidents during the shooting. There are so many memories from this film because it wasn’t just a shoot, it felt like a journey. One of my fondest memories is simply the conversations we used to have between takes. Imtiaz sir has this incredible ability to make you think differently about life, relationships and emotions. Some of the most meaningful moments happened when the cameras weren’t rolling. I also remember how the entire cast and crew became like a family over time. There were days when we would be shooting emotionally intense scenes and then your idea of a picnic involves long shooting hours, endless rehearsals, and chasing the perfect take! But it was definitely a lot of fun. Vedang Raina is a wonderful co-actor, very sincere, easy to work with, and always fully present in a scene. What I liked the most was that we were both equally invested in serving the story. That made the entire process feel collaborative and effortless. Would you say this is your most crucial film to date? Every film has been crucial for me because each one has taught me something different and helped me grow as an actor. Having said that, Main Vaapas Aaunga will always occupy a very special place in my heart. Working with Imtiaz Ali sir was something I had dreamt about for years. His films have shaped the way I look at cinema and storytelling, and to be trusted with a character like Jiya was incredibly meaningful for me. ‘Maine kuch galat words use kiye the…’ Himanshu Jangra apologises for remarks made during Pranit More show Himanshu Jangra, who is facing FIR over his remarks in a viral crowd-work video from comedian Pranit More’s show, has said he regrets attending the show and claimed that parts of the dating story he narrated on stage were “improvised” for entertainment purposes. Jangra, who was subsequently fired from his job at a Gurugrambased company and has been trolled on social media, spoke about the controversy in a joint video post, shared on his and the company’s Instagram account. “Maine jo waha pe story batayi, usmein jo ladki ki baat kar raha hoon main... haan maine ek ladki ko date kiya tha... but sir jo maine waha pe bataya woh totally true nahi tha. Wo ek improvise karke story batayi thi maine waha par,” he said (The story I told there — the girl I was talking about... yes, I did date a girl. But sir, what I said there was not completely true. I improvised that story). Jangra said he had attended the show after watching previous episodes and noticing that audience members often shared similar anecdotes with dark humour. He apologised for his remarks. “Mai maanta hoon ki maine kuch galat words use kiye the. Mai is ke liye sorry maangna chahunga. Wo maine jo bataya tha wo sirf ek entertainment way me bataya tha. Mera koi bhi aisa intention ya mentality nahi hai,” he added (I admit that I used some inappropriate words. I would like to apologize for that. What I said was only meant to be presented in an entertaining way. I did not have any such intention or mindset). — ANI HIMANSHU JANGRA (INSET) & PRANIT MORE c m y b