10102026-JTR-04.qxd 09-10-2026 21:16 Page 1 c m y b VISIONQUEST PREMIERES AT NYCC Upcoming Marvel Television and Marvel Animation series took the spotlight at New York Comic Con, with cast and creators unveiling titles and a surprise screening of VisionQuest, premiering October 14 on Disney+. TRIBUNE Birthday gift Life Sayani Gupta on her birthday on October 9 received the South Asian Screen Excellence Award at the International Film Festival of South Asia (IFFSA) in Toronto. Sayani attended the festival as Guest of Honour. LUDHIANA | SATURDAY | 10 OCTOBER 2026 On World Mental Health Day, television actors share what mental well-being means to them Pause, breathe, reset This World Mental Health Day, actors Sherleen Dutt, Jyoti Tiwari, Aditya Khurana, Delnaaz Irani, Arhaan Khan and Aadesh Chaudhary share their thoughts on handling life’s pressures, setting boundaries and recognising when it’s time to put their own needs first. (Clockwise from right): Aditya Khurana, Delnaaz Irani, Sherleen Dutt, Arhaan Khan, Jyoti Tiwari & Aadesh Chaudhary RECONNECT WITH LIFE: Sherleen Dutt I’ve learnt that protecting my mental peace has to be a priority. Not every situation needs a reaction, and sometimes walking away from what disturbs your peace is also a form of self-respect. Earlier, I would say yes to things because I didn’t want to disappoint people, but with time I’ve understood the importance of setting boundaries. Saying no doesn’t mean being rude or distant. I’m also learning not to compare my real life with someone else’s highlight reel on social media. Whenever it feels overwhelming, I consciously step away, disconnect from social media and reconnect with real life. NEED TO SLOW DOWN: Jyoti Tiwari SRK wears an era, a memory, a nation’s affection Designer Anjali Phougat on the superstar’s timeless style Shah Rukh Khan has spent decades being celebrated not just for his films but also for the effortless charm and presence he brings to everything he wears. For fashion designer Anjali Phougat, however, his style goes far beyond clothes. “Style is not what you wear. Style is what the room feels when you enter it,” she says. That, she believes, is exactly what makes Shah Rukh different. His appeal cannot simply be recreated by putting him in an expensive suit or recreating one of his popular looks. “Shah Rukh Khan does not wear clothes. He wears an era, a memory, a nation’s affection,” she says. For her, the clothes are only one part of the picture. The personality behind them is what makes the look work. “The garment is only the frame; his energy is the portrait,” she says. That is also why she does not believe another actor could simply replicate Shah Rukh’s style by copying his wardrobe. “You can copy the suit, but you cannot copy the soul inside it,” she says. When it comes to the silhouette she would choose for him, Anjali has a clear favourite — a bandhgala. — TNS I’ve realised that saying “I’m not okay” doesn’t make us weak. We are human, and it’s completely normal to have difficult days. Being in the public eye means dealing with opinions and criticism, but I’ve learnt not to take everything personally. I listen to genuine feedback, but I don’t let every comment affect me. I also pay attention to my mind and body when I feel exhausted, irritated or disconnected, because that’s when I know I need to slow down. I remind myself that difficult phases are temporary, and setting boundaries, saying no and stepping away from social media help me protect my peace. LEARN TO SAY NO: Aditya Khurana I’ve learnt that you don’t always have to be strong or have everything figured out. Some days can be difficult, and it’s okay to acknowledge that. Being in this profession, there will always be opinions, expectations and comparisons, but I try to remind myself why I started in the first place. I’ve also understood that rest is not wasting time and saying no is not being selfish. Sometimes disconnecting and simply giving yourself space can make a big difference. FILTER THE NOISE: Delnaaz Irani In this industry, you are constantly being watched, judged and critiqued—not just for your work, but for how you look, your weight or your personal choices. Over the years, I’ve learnt to filter the noise. I remind myself that public opinion is fleeting, but my self-worth is permanent. I protect my peace by surrounding myself with an inner circle of family, my partner, and true friends who love me for Delnaaz the person, not Delnaaz the actor. When you love what you do, it’s very easy to just keep running. But my body and mind have their own ways of raising a red flag. For me, the warning sign is a loss of joy in everyday things. RESET YOUR MIND: Arhaan Khan I’ve started looking at mental well-being as something that needs everyday attention, not just something you think about when life gets difficult. For me, it’s about knowing when to slow down, being honest with myself and not carrying every problem into the next day. This industry can be unpredictable, so I’ve learnt to focus on what is in my control rather than constantly worrying about what isn’t. I also believe having the right people around you makes a huge difference. BALANCE IS THE KEY: Aadesh Chaudhary I’ve realised that mental peace doesn’t come from having a perfect life, but from learning how to deal with whatever life brings. There are days when things don’t go as planned, and I’ve learnt not to let one difficult moment define my entire day or my mindset. In our profession, there is always pressure to prove yourself and keep moving, but sometimes the best thing you can do is pause and breathe. For 30 years, Rajkumar Sharma has brought Lord Ram to life in Delhi’s iconic dance drama PHOTO: MUKESH AGGRWAL ‘Ravan is easy to find, Ram is harder’ AnshitaMehra For nearly seven decades, the story of Lord Ram has found expression through dance, music and theatre at Shri Ram Bharatiya Kala Kendra’s SHRI RAM. Considered among India’s leading dance dramas based on the Ramayana, the annual production has become a fixture of Delhi’s festive calendar. As it returns for its 69th edition this Diwali season, the production will also revisit its traditional form after nearly 25 years. The annual spectacle will be staged from October 11 to November 1 at the Kendra’s Open Air Theatre on Copernicus Marg, culminating in Ram Rajya. c m y b For Rajkumar Sharma, who has portrayed Lord Ram for 30 years, the role is more than a performance. It is an opportunity to embody the ideals of Maryada Purushottam — righteousness, restraint and duty. “Ravan is easy to find in every corner of the world, but finding someone who embodies Ram’s ideals is much harder,” he says. Sharma’s journey began as a young Bharatanatyam student at the Kendra. Though he initially wanted to learn ballet, chairperson Shobha Deepak Singh saw him as Ram even before he had watched the production. “Oh, Ram material!” she told him. He began with group dances, played Bharat and eventually took on Ram. Keen to bring a distinct movement style to the role, he later trained in Kalaripayattu, the traditional martial art of Kerala, with the Kendra’s support. For Anushka Chaudhary, who has played Mata Sita for around seven years, every per- formance feels new and brings a sense of strength. The role requires her to temper her naturally jovial personality with Sita’s grace, patience and gentleness.