02092026-LSTL-01.qxd 9/1/2026 10:43 PM Page 1 c m y b RICKY KEJ ANNOUNCES TOUR Three-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej is all set to come up with a multi-city India tour, Damrooh - Dance To The Cosmic Spirit. The tour will kick off in October 2026 and run till December 2026. TRIBUNE ‘Courageous’ Life Anna Wintour has backed John Galliano’s decision to withdraw from Met Gala exhibition of his work, calling the move “very courageous” amid backlash over the designer’s 2011 antisemitic outburst. LUDHIANA | WEDNESDAY | 2 SEPTEMBER 2026 2026: A year of Emmy Awards on JioHotstar celebrity splits MOUNI ROY & SURAJ NAMBIAR From a five-month marriage to a decade-long romance, this year’s biggest splits span four industries and two continents AnanyaVerma HANSIKA MOTWANI & SOHAEL KHATURIYA JAY BHANUSHALI & MAHHI VIJ She is far from the only one closing a chapter this year. Actress Mouni Roy and husband Suraj Nambiar announced their split in May after four years of marriage, attributing it to “evolving personal priorities.” Suraj later addressed swirling rumours himself, insisting there was no alimony dispute and no third party involved. Punjabi star Mandy Takhar was granted a mutual divorce from gym trainer and CEO Shekhar Kaushal in January, barely two years after their Hindu-Sikh wedding. Around the same window, actress Hansika Motwani and businessman Sohael Khaturiya ended their marriage in the Bandra Family Court, citing an “irretrievable breakdown.” The two had reportedly been living apart since mid-2024. W HAT began as a quietly kept relationship of nearly four years and culminated in an intimate wedding earlier this year, has now come to an end. Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi have confirmed that they have mutually decided to part ways, five months after their wedding made headlines. The couple addressed the speculation on Monday, sharing identical statements on Instagram. They said they had “mutually decided to part ways” and would now move forward separately. “I and Isha Rikhi have mutually decided to part ways and move forward on our separate paths. This decision has been made with mutual respect, and we request everyone to kindly respect our privacy during this time,” the statement read. They also asked people not to speculate about the reasons behind their separation. “This will be our only statement on the matter. We sincerely request that there be no further speculation or assumptions regarding Hollywood’s own share of endings SUE BIRD & MEGAN RAPINOE MEGAN THEE STALLION & KLAY THOMPSON Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater, who met during the filming of Wicked, called off their relationship by June after nearly three years together, though the split had reportedly happened months earlier. Megan Thee Stallion ended things with NBA star Klay Thompson in April, telling fans through her representative that “trust, fidelity and respect are nonnegotiable.” And WNBA icon Sue Bird and soccer star Megan Rapinoe announced the end of their nearly decade-long relationship in April. They also retired from their joint podcast. Setting the record straight ETHAN SLATER & ARIANA GRANDE Not every rumoured breakup held up under scrutiny. Thalapathy Vijay’s wife withdrew her divorce petition in August after months of court proceedings. And Punjabi singer Parmish Verma has been swept into fresh speculation after a cozy Instagram photo with actress Harman Brar, his co-star from the music video Dekhi Ja, went viral this week. Neither claim, the divorce with his wife Guneet Grewal or the new relationship, has been confirmed by Verma, Grewal or Brar. The rapper and the actress have mutually decided to part ways, five months after their wedding made headlines our relationship,” they added. The two had largely kept their relationship away from the spotlight. Reports of their marriage emerged in March this year after Isha’s mother, Poonam Rikhi, shared pictures from what was reported to be an intimate wedding ceremony. Badshah and Isha were reportedly in a relation- ship for nearly four years before tying the knot. Isha later confirmed the marriage herself during an Instagram Ask Me Anything session in June. Even then, the couple maintained a relatively low profile and rarely offered glimpses into their life D. Pharma | B. Pharma | M. Pharma | Pharm. D together. Speculation about Approved by PCI & Affiliated to MRS-PTU & PSBTE & IT trouble between the two began B.Tech | Law | Nursing | Paramedical | BPT | B.Ed doing the rounds in July. On July 26, Isha shared a montage of pictures and videos featuring herself and Badshah, captioned, “Every storm is a les- believed it was the safest son. Every prayer is hope,” option. She also said that along with heartbreak and “silence was never acceptance” folded-hands emojis. and that she was choosing She later shared a more per- “courage over fear”. Neither sonal note about feeling over- Badshah nor Isha commentwhelmed and afraid. Without ed on the speculation at the directly referring to her mar- time. Their latest statement, riage, Isha wrote that she had too, keeps the details of what chosen silence because she went wrong private. BATTER UP mohali MANDY TAKHAR WITH SHEKHAR KAUSHAL call it quits WHAT’S HOT watch Television’s big names part ways Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij, one of the television industry's most popular couples, confirmed their split in January after 14 years together. Their statement leaned on their three children: "There is no villain in this story and no negativity attached to this decision." Their statement focused on keeping things respectful and prioritising their children as they moved forward separately. Tanvi Thakkar and Aditya Kapadia followed a similar path in July, parting after five years of marriage and a young son, describing the choice as emotional but mutual. The couple chose to keep the details of their separation private. Badshah & Isha Rikhi Gal Gadot defends AI use in Bitcoin Gal Gadot has defended the use of artificial intelligence in her upcoming film Bitcoin, saying she is “afraid of AI” but believes actors and filmmakers need to learn to work with the technology while protecting performers. Gadot appeared on the Happy Sad Confused podcast to promote her Prime Video action movie, The Runner. Gadot, who stars alongside Casey Affleck, Pete Davidson and Isla Fisher in Doug Liman’s film, discussed the movie and her concerns about AI. The film has drawn attention for using AI to create its sets and lighting. The actors were reportedly filmed in a largely barebones space, with AI being used to fill in production design and lighting. c m y b B ATTER Bar at CP67 Mall is the artisanal dessert spot the Tricity did not know it needed. The Mango French Toast is sending Internet into a frenzy. The Pestoast Mushroom and Tiramisu Latte round up the menu. play S SAFAR-E-SUFI TUDIO XO, Mohali is turning up the soul this week with an evening of Sufi music by Lovepreet — think heartfelt vocals, timeless melodies and familiar spiritual favourites, paired with good food and drinks for a relaxed night out with friends. Today at Studio XO. mohali A busy year for Bollywood & Pollywood Anshita Mehra laugh MADHUBANI PAINTING chandigarh THALAPATHY VIJAY WITH SANGEETHA SORNALINGAM This year, celebrity marriages have been ending faster than they began, with relationships coming to an end across Bollywood, Pollywood, Television industry and Hollywood alike. Monday night added one more to the list. Rapper Badshah confirmed his separation from Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi, just five months after their marriage became public knowledge. In a joint note posted to Instagram, he wrote, “I and Isha Rikhi have mutually decided to part ways and move forward on our separate paths. This decision has been made with mutual respect.” The couple had married quietly in March. Cracks appeared in July, when Isha shared an emotional post describing how she had stayed silent for months, writing that she had “felt overwhelmed by the influence, power, and resources” she believed her husband had. O It’s time to roll out the red carpet and celebrate the stars, stories and performances that have defined the year as the biggest names in television are gearing up for 78th Emmy Awards, which will be exclusively streamed Live on JioHotstar in India! The prestigious awards ceremony will take place on September 14 in the US, which means viewers in India can catch the event live in the early hours of September 15, 4:30 am onwards. It will also be available on video-ondemand (VOD). This year, HBO’s medical drama The Pitt leads the nominations list with an outstanding 25 nods. The second highest nominated series at the 2026 Emmys is Hacks with 24 nominations. — TNS LIVE Cafe and Bar is hosting a Madhubani Painting Art Date for couples looking to swap screen time for a canvas. Guided by friendly mentors, you and your partner will use intricate patterns, natural motifs and bright colours to make your own masterpiece — no prior experience needed, and you take the artwork home. At Olive Cafe and Bar, Chandigarh. From September 6 to 27. CHAT UP KAREENA SALUTES MESSI Kareena Kapoor Khan reacted to Lionel Messi’s retirement announcement with a string of red heart emojis in his post’s comments. She had met the football icon in December during his India tour, posing with sons Taimur and Jeh. Messi retired from Argentina duty on August 31, closing out a storied 21-year international career. Bollywood celebs too joined the outpouring of love and gratitude, thanking the legendary player for his immense contribution to the sport. KHER’S CLEAN-SHAVEN SURPRISE Anupam Kher shaved off his signature moustache for a new role, joking “Hair Today Gone Tomorrow.” He admitted it wasn’t easy but says he’s liking the new look, asking fans if it should return or “enjoy an extended holiday.” The transformation may be for his landmark 555th film, which he recently announced without revealing further details. SHEFALI SHAH TURNS AUTHOR Shefali Shah has now donned an author’s hat with the launch of her first-ever book, The Audacity Of Being. On Tuesday, Shefali expressed her joy at embarking on a journey she had never imagined in her wildest dreams. Reflecting on her childhood, she recalled how she would often score “zero” in dictation.