04072026-LSTL-01.qxd 7/3/2026 8:59 PM Page 1 c m y b LOCK UPP NO 1 ON NETFLIX INDIA Reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa has reportedly reached the number one spot on Netflix India within two days of its premiere, according to the show’s makers. TRIBUNE Two much! Life Shriya Pilgaonkar gears up for not one but two theatrical releases this September. She will first reprise the role of Sweety Gupta in Mirzapur: The Film before stepping into an entirely different world with Haiwaan, a thriller. LUDHIANA | SATURDAY | 4 JULY 2026 WET...SET...GO: Celebrities share their monsoon memories, favourite songs and rainy-day rituals Rimjhim gire saawan… Chai, pakodas & childhood nostalgia Monsoon’s soulful charm The first spell of rain always makes me feel like a child again. The smell of wet soil and the sound of raindrops bring back beautiful memories. Whenever it rains, I love to stay indoors with a cup of ginger tea, read a book or simply watch the rain. Rimjhim Gire Saawan remains my all-time favourite monsoon song, and no rainy day feels complete without hot pakodas and chai. I also enjoy travelling to hill stations — Shubhangi Atre during this season. The monsoon changes the entire mood, texture and feeling of life. I prefer staying indoors during heavy rains, listening to music. Rimjhim Gire Saawan is my all-time favourite. My staple monsoon meal has always been khichdi with ghee or onion pakoras with papad. If I had to pick a perfect monsoon getaway, it — Pallavi Chatterjee would be Darjeeling. Rains call for road trips Coffee, comfort & monsoon memories I love the monsoon because it brings a sense of calm. The rain takes me back to my childhood days. On a rainy day, I enjoy staying home with a cup of coffee, reading, cooking or simply doing nothing. Bheegi Bheegi Raaton Mein is my favourite monsoon song, and nothing beats homemade khichdi with ghee, papad, and pickle when it’s raining outside. I’d love to spend a — Adrija Roy monsoon vacation in Shillong. The monsoon brings back childhood memories of playing in the rain. On rainy days, I enjoy slowing down with a cup of chai, reading a good book, watching a film, or simply listening to music while admiring the rain from my window. I love listening to Tum Se Hi, Baarish, Kabhi Jo Baadal Barse and Sawan Aaya Hai. Nothing beats hot pakodaswith masala chai on a rainy day. My favourite monsoon getaway is Coorg. — Neha Rana Finding peace in the rain I absolutely love the monsoon because it brings a beautiful sense of peace and renewal. I enjoy listening to music, reading a good book, sipping hot masala chai, watching my favourite movies or web series, clicking monsoon pictures, and writing a journal. Rimjhim Gire Saawan is my all-time favourite monsoon song, and I also love listening to Bheegi Bheegi Raaton Mein, Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si, and Pyaar Hua Ikraar Hua. My favourite monsoon destination is Lonavala. — Anjali Phougat Paper boats and rainy-day bliss A perfect rainy day for me starts with a hot cup of chai while watching the rain from my window. I love reading a book, watching a movie, listening to soothing music, and spending quality time with my family. I also enjoy going for a drive because Mumbai looks beautiful during the monsoon. Tum Se Hi is one of my favourite — Soniya Bansal monsoon songs. Anjali Phougat, Adrija Roy, Shubhangi Atre, Soniya Bansal, Neha Rana & Pallavi Chatterjee Haryana’s pride Ankit Balhara and Sanchit Balhara are brothers who have ruled the hearts of Bollywood music lovers for over a decade. They began their musical journey with the background score for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani — a breakout success that earned them widespread acclaim and several honours, including the prestigious International IIFA Award. Since then, the brothers have never looked back. Over the years, the duo has given music to a string of major films, including Padmaavat, Pathaan, Manikarnika, War and Gangubai Kathiawadi. Notably, their score for Bhansali’s With their latest release, Alpha, music composers Ankit Balhara and Sanchit Balhara continue to shine brightly in Bollywood Gangubai Kathiawadi won them Bollywood’s prestigious Filmfare Award. Their latest release, Alpha — a high-octane action film produced under the Yash Raj Films banner, starring Bobby Deol and Alia Bhatt — hit theatres on July 3. The brothers hail from Kilohard village in Haryana’s Sonipat district and are the sons of celebrated Haryanvi artiste Bhal Singh Balhara, a household name in the state. Known for his melodious voice in films such as Chandrawal, Balhara also established himself as a leading actor in Haryanvi cinema. The family currently resides in Canada alongside their mother Mukta Chaudhary, who has been named Haryana’s best athlete five times. CHAT UP ‘GHAR PE HI KAR RAHE HAI…’ It’s official! Wedding bells are ringing for Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan. On Thursday, while speaking to the media at the screening of Pritam and Pedro in Mumbai, Aamir confirmed that he will marry Gauri Spratt on July 5. He further said that the wedding will be an intimate affair and will be held at his residence. BRYAN ADAMS’ PROTEST SONG, 51ST STATE Bryan Adams released a new protest song, titled 51st State, on Canada Day, in what appears to be a pointed response to US President Donald Trump, even though the track never names him directly. The two-minute, 16-second track, released on streaming platforms, directly rejects the idea of Canada becoming part of the US. ARMANI BIOPIC NOT OFFICIAL Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce ‘already married’ Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have reportedly for over 1,000 guests at MSG on Friday. “They already tied the knot in a private ceremony, are already married,” a source said. A music ahead of their star-studded celebration industry insider based in Nashville said planned at Madison Square Garword has spread in the city that den, according to multiple the couple have already comsources cited by Page Six. pleted the legal formaliThe singer and the ties of marriage. HowKansas City Chiefs ever, officials at tight end are Manhattan’s City believed to have Clerk’s Office Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have donated $ 26 quietly exchanged reportedly said million to at least 20 charities this week. While the vows before a couple is yet to officially acknowledge their wedding there was no small gathering of record of a mardate or the charity’s intention, the donations are close family and riage licence said to be a part of the upcoming celebrations. The friends, even as charities include nine food banks, an animal cruelty being issued to they prepare to Swift in recent organisation, seven educational programs, and host a grand party days. — ANI three children’s hospitals. NAWAZUDDIN TO RETURN TO THEATRE THE COUPLE DONATES $26 MILLION After nearly 25 years, actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui is set to make a much-awaited return to the stage with Naqaab. Excited about the play, Nawazuddin, in a press note, shared, “Theatre is where I discovered myself as an actor. It taught me honesty, patience and the courage to stand in front of an audience.” c m y b A biopic on the life of late fashion designer Giorgio Armani is in the works. However, the Armani Group and family have distanced themselves from the project. In a statement, the Armani and Armani Group said, “While aware of the existence of Andrea Iervolino & Bille August’s project, Armani: The King of Fashion, the Armani Group has never been involved in the initiative, nor has it authorised, supported, endorsed, or participated in its development or production.”