31082026-LSTL-01.qxd 30-08-2026 20:05 Page 1 c m y b CAPTAIN INDIA GOES ON FLOOR Kartik Aaryan starrer Captain India starts shooting September 1 in London, wrapping by end of October. Directed by Shimit Amin, the action drama is inspired by India’s real life evacuation mission in a war torn country. It releases on August 13, 2027, over Independence Day weekend. TRIBUNE YJHDhailed Life The Academy shared Deepika Padukone’s iconic Naina scene from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, celebrating her message to live in the moment. The film also drew love from Netflix India, Dharma Productions and fans. LUDHIANA | MONDAY | 31 AUGUST 2026 New-gen Bollywood divas who turned heads in stunning golden sarees F ROM red carpets to Instagram reels, the new generation of Bollywood actresses is proving that nothing matches the timeless elegance of a golden saree. Here are five young stars who recently dazzled in shimmering gold ensembles and gave ethnic fashion major goals. Sahher Bambba Known for films like Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas and Dil Bekaraar, Sahher Bambba embraced classic glamour in a radiant golden saree. Featuring intricate detailing and a graceful silhouette, her look perfectly blended traditional elegance with contemporary styling. With soft makeup and effortless confidence, Sahher’s ensemble was nothing short of regal. Swanand-Shekhar Gen-Z’s golden saree girls Fresh off acclaimed performances in projects like Khufiya, Jubilee, and Baby John, Wamiqa Gabbi brought royal charm to her golden saree appearance. The actress opted for a rich metallic drape paired with understated accessories, allowing the saree to take center stage. Her poised styling and confident presence made the look sophisticated and memorable. The first song Piyarva was born over coffee on a rainy afternoon and never quite left Wamiqa Gabbi, Pratibha Ranta, Sahher Bambba Komal Pawaskar Nitanshi Goel, Komal Pawaskar Emerging actress Komal Pawaskar, who is going to debut opposite Raghav Juyal in upcoming film Ikaee, turned heads with her stunning golden saree look that celebrated timeless Indian fashion. The shimmering ensemble, paired with elegant styling and minimal accessories, highlighted her graceful personality. Her festive yet fashion-forward appearance proved that classic silhouettes never go out of style. Pratibha Ranta Known for her impactful role in Laapataa Ladies, Pratibha Ranta served understated glamour in a beautifully draped golden saree. Choosing elegance over excess, she kept her look refined and graceful, proving that simplicity can make the strongest statement. The actress exuded sophistication while embracing the timeless appeal of ethnic fashion. Nitanshi Goel After winning hearts with her breakout performance in Laa- Asha Bhosle’s final song WHAT’S HOT Ae Meri Zindagi inOm Ka Hari eat EGYPTIAN PIZZA C mohali AFE Kohi in Mohali is making waves with its Egyptian-style pizza — flaky, loaded with veggies, and gloriously cheesy and a mac and cheese that oozes with every forkful. Simple food done with real conviction, and exactly the kind of place that earns its regulars. Cafe Kohi, opp. CP67 MALL, Sector 79, Mohali. chandigarh learn JHAROKHA PAINTING S TEP into the timeless charm of Rajasthani heritage at the Jharokha Painting workshop! Paint your own intricately carved wooden or MDF jharokha frame with rich Indian motifs and florals. Cafe Coffee Day, Sector 16, Chandigarh, from 30th August to 4th September. laugh chandigarh CORPORATE MAJDOOR A NMOL Garg, better known as Corporate Baba, brings his brand new stand-up solo to Chandigarh — and he has named it after you. One and a half hours of corporate jokes guaranteed to make you forget all your office woes. Bring HR, definitely do not bring the manager. The Laugh Club, Chandigarh. It starts on August 29 till September 27. Paramount Pictures announced at Daytona International Speedway that Tom Cruise will reprise his role as NASCAR driver Cole Trickle in a follow-up to the 1990 classic Days of Thunder. He'll be joined by Anne Hathaway, marking the first time the two stars have appeared together on screen. Cruise will star and produce alongside Jerry Bruckheimer and Tommy Harper. Jonathan Levine directs from a script by Will Staples. The film will be shot for IMAX and released in premium large-format theaters. Cruise is next appearing in Alejandro G. Iñárritu's Digger. Days of Thunder releases in June 2028. Wamiqa Gabbi unite for Maati Lyricist, singer and writer Swanand Kirkire and composer Shekhar Ravjiani have finally released what they first imagined over a decade ago. Maati, a six-song independent collection, dropped on August 28 via Shekhar's Garuda Music, with Piyarva leading as the first track. The idea took root nearly twelve years back when the two were unwinding at a coffee shop after a studio session on a rainy afternoon. A conversation about making something purely their own, free of commercial expectations, eventually became Maati. Each of the six songs has been envisioned as a raindrop, every track a separate drop forming the larger whole. "There are songs that you write and release immediately, and then there are songs that quietly stay with you, waiting for the right moment. Piyarva was one of those songs," Swanand said. This is their first independent collaboration, with Swanand handling lyrics and vocals and Shekhar the music. Tom Cruise returns to racing One of Asha Bhosle’s final recorded songs which may also be her last playback song - Ae Meri Zindagi to feature in Om Ka Hari Legendary playback singer’s final recorded film song, Ae Meri Zindagi, Tu Chupi Hai Kahan, to release on her birthday, September 8 In what promises to be a deeply poignant musical tribute to one of Indian cinema’s most iconic voices, legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle’s last recorded film song as a playback singer will feature in the upcoming drama-comedy Om Ka Hari. Titled Ae Meri Zindagi, Tu Chupi Hai Kahan, the song is a heartfelt homage to life itself celebrating the joy of living, the beauty of love and the importance of expressing what we feel while we can. The song will be launched on September 8, Asha Bhosle’s birth anniversary, as a special tribute to the legendary singer and her extraordinary contribution to Indian music and cinema. Directed by Harish Vyas, Om Ka Hari is a father-son relationship drama-comedy starring Anshuman Jha, Raghubir Yadav, Soni Razdan and Ayesha Kapur in principal roles. At its heart, the film explores the generational divide between two stubborn men and deals with the quintessential conflict older than time father Vs Son. It is a story Asha Bhosle with Om Ka Hari producer Anshuman Jha about love, conflict, family and, ultimately, the courage to say what often remains unsaid. c m y b Asha Bhosle’s voice gives the film a meaningful musical dimension. The song was recorded in late 2023 when the singer was 90+ years old. Ae Meri Zindagi, Tu Chupi Hai Kahan becomes more than a song within the film - it is a reflection on life itself, inviting us to seek joy, embrace love and express it freely. “Launching the song on her birthday is intended as a celebration of Asha Ji’s timeless voice, her immense legacy and the generations of listeners whose lives her music has touched.” Says film maker Harish Vyas. Says Anshuman Jha “Om Ka Hari is deeply special to me because, at its heart, it is about the importance of saying ‘I love you’ to your father, something I never got the chance to do. To have Asha Ji’s voice carry the song that represents the catharsis of the film is one of the most profound and memorable moments of my life as an artist. Being in the studio with her was pure joy and contentment. I only wish she were here in person to celebrate this moment with us. But I know she is always with us in spirit, in her music, and in every life her voice continues to touch.” Produced by First Ray Films, Om Ka Hari is directed by Harish Vyas, whose previous films include NFDC’s Angrezi Mein Kehte Hain with Sanjay Mishra, Anshuman Jha & Pankaj Tripathi and Disney+Hotstar’s Hum Bhi Akele, Tum Bhi Akele with Anshuman Jha & Zareen Khan. pataa Ladies, Nitanshi Goel continued her fashion winning streak in a breathtaking golden saree. The look beautifully complemented her youthful charm, featuring a fresh, modern take on traditional wear. With radiant styling and effortless elegance, Nitanshi showcased why she is one of Gen-Z Bollywood’s most loved rising stars. — Dharam Pal CHAT UP WOODLEY RECALLS GETTING CUT Shailene Woodley revealed she filmed three scenes as Mary Jane opposite Andrew Garfield for The Amazing Spider-Man 2 before being told, a year later, that her character was cut entirely. She said the studio wanted to wait until Gwen Stacy’s arc played out first, but the planned sequel never happened. Garfield later returned in No Way Home but has declined joining Avengers: Doomsday. RAHMAN REVIVES MASOOM A.R. Rahman has begun composing for Shekhar Kapur’s Masoom: The Next Generation, recording three songs in Los Angeles and co-producing the project alongside Kapur. Their collaboration dates back to Bombay Dreams in 2002. The new film revisits Kapur’s 43year-old classic Masoom DABOO’S MESSAGE FOR AMAAL Daboo Malik shared a proud, emotional Instagram post for son Amaal Mallik after Awarapan 2’s release, addressing the negativity his son faced amid criticism of the soundtrack. Amaal had alleged a coordinated paid PR campaign against his work and announced a break from film music to heal. Daboo referenced Amaal’s dedication of the song Yeh Awarapan to his musical journey, calling himself a proud father.