17062022-LSTC-01.qxd 6/16/2022 10:33 PM Page 1 c m y b RYAN GOSLING GOES BLONDE Hollywood star Ryan Gosling makes for the perfect Ken doll in Warner Bros’ latest look at Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, which stars Margot Robbie in the title role. The studio has released a striking photo of Gosling’s Ken sporting six-pack abs, bleach blonde hair and a spray tan. —IANS TRIBUNE Positive note Life Chhavi Mittal has been talking about her fight with cancer. She shared on Instagram that she is done with her radiation therapy sessions and will be fully cured after almost 30 days. IANS CHANDIGARH | FRIDAY | 17 JUNE 2022 She has done it! Nonika Singh ‘Y Royal touch Ankur Rathee marries Anuja Joshi in England Ankur Rathee, who is known for OTT projects such as Undekhi, Eternally Confused And Eager For Love, Inside Edge Season 3 and Made in Heaven, has tied the knot with Anuja Joshi. The wedding took place on June 15 in England. The two lovebirds, who got engaged in 2020, chose the English countryside around British Isles for their wedding. It was a closeknit affair in the presence of 200 guests including friends and family members. The ceremony took place at 500-year-old manor Hawkstone Hall. According to sources Ankur arrived on a “horse-drawn carriage” leaving the guests enthralled with the royal experience. The new bride, Anuja Joshi, is the daughter of yesteryear child actor Master Alankar and niece of Pallavi Joshi. She is also an actor and is known for playing lead role in Hello Mini on MX Player. Ankur and Anuja are based in New York and Los Angeles and travel between the US and Mumbai for work commitments.—TMS OU don’t fit the part...’ a lesser actor would have been bogged down by these lines, uttered by none other than Imtiaz Ali, writer and show-runner of the series She. But Aaditi Pohankar not only read the script, auditioned for it and managed to bag the lead part of Bhumika Pardeshi in the much lauded web series. As Aaditi is ready with its second season, in an exclusive zoom interview, looking her glamourous best, she beams, “Bhoomi badal rahi hai.” Interestingly, playing her has changed her immeasurably. Unlike other actors Aaditi believes, “You are living a character for a reason and I invest so much in it. It gets so close to me that I can’t be any different from the part I am etching. From Bhumi I have learnt tremendous courage and patience.” Slipping into the part of Bhumi, a constable in the day and undercover agent in the guise of a prostitute was undeniably challenging, especially since the ‘now diffident, now courageous’ character is so complex and nuanced. She says, “It was like walking on a thin rope between two mountains.” Of course, prior to stepping into the shoes of Bhumi, Aaditi had little clue about how women constables behaved or even looked like. She did Playing Bhumika in Shecame with its own set of challenges but Aaditi Pohankar, ready with Season 2, nailed it with aplomb ❝ A woman is both a giver and receiver. By law of nature women are very strong. Power is within you. Bhumi did it through her sexuality. May be other women can do it through other means. ❞ ❝ As an actor I think three or four seasons are a good idea. For it allows the character’s arc to completely unravel itself which I think is the purpose of OTT.❞ visit a chawl around her house to get the feel of her life. Besides, as her appetite for vada pavs took her to Vile Parle East, she noticed many constables. Watching them up, close if not personal, she found her Bhumi. Of course, add to it the fact that it is an exceptionally well written part. Coming from the balladeer of romance Imtiaz Ali best known for gossamer emotions of love, she like most of us was indeed taken aback that he had stepped into the world of crime and grime. But if you think there is little romance in the series or in her character she completely disagrees. She quips, “Now, romance will transcend further and find validation in Nayak’s attention for Bhumi.” On the celebrated creator of the show, Imtiaz Ali, she shares, “He doesn’t talk much, is very liberal with actors and lets you explore Personalised menu & floral décor Karan Boolani. Now, Sonam and Anand hosted an elegant babyshower in London for their close friends and members. The baby shower had personalised menus for the guests. The stunning floral decoration, the deliciouslooking food and the aesthetic décor looked nothing less than a fairy tale. Sonam took to Instagram Story to share some glimpses of the event. The mom-to-be looked stunning in a pink halter-neck maxi dress. British Pakistani singer-songwriter, model, and music producer Leo Kalyan was seen performing at the get-together. Leo even shared a picture with Sonam on social media. Raksha Bandhan Who will rule the box office? After Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar will be seen reuniting on screen for Raksha Bandhan. Raksha Bandhanrelease date announced; set to clash with Laal Singh Chaddha Both the actors took to their Instagram handles on Thursday and dropped the motion poster of the film, while revealing the release date. Raksha Bandhan will hit the big screens on August 11. Helmed by Aanand L Rai, Raksha Bandhan is set to clash with Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khanstarrer Laal Singh Chaddha at the box office. The much-awaited film will also release on August 11. —TMS Who’s that girl? Sayani Gupta is unrecognisable as Lajjo in Sherdil Glimpses of Sonam Kapoor’s classy baby shower Sonam Kapoor and her husband Anand Ahuja are expecting their first child soon. The mommy-to-be is enjoying her maternity phase at the moment. The couple recently returned from their Italian babymoon and was seen celebrating Sonam’s birthday in Paris with Rhea Kapoor and her husband the character whichever way you want. Why he would explore my mind as Bhumi.” If Imtiaz is actor’s director, Aaditi is every inch a director’s actor, like a hush puppy ready to do whatever the director beckons. Among the two acclaimed directors Imtiaz and Prakash Jha that she has worked with, she can’t say who is the tougher taskmaster? But yes, she is mighty impressed by Jha sir, “How he manages to create on a mammoth scale, how he works with so many people yet keeps an eye on every small detail. The same is true for Imtiaz sir too. Both are clued into micro as well as the big picture. Just by their smiles or smirks, you know you have done your part well or not.” Between Pammi of Aashram and Bhumi of She, again she would not like to pick up a favourite, “It’s like one of those questions on Koffee With Karan, whether you would like to work with a Salman or Shah Rukh Khan. All I can say is both parts have helped me grow as an actor.” With two successful shows, Aashram and She, under her belt, how much has Aaditi changed after tasting the sweet elixir of success and fame? She answers like a pro, “Success should have nothing to do with your personality. You should know your reality as a person. Otherwise it will restrict you from playing other parts. Success should make you a better person and a better actor.” Riding high on the wave of success, she would neither be stuck in the energy of bygones nor make any plans. But future does include out and out romantic films. Meanwhile, you can look out for the romantic turn in the second season of She (streaming on Netflix today) which, of course, will take you on a rollercoaster ride, thrilling and chilling you to the bone. ‘We are devastated’ Celebs offer condolences as B Praak’s newborn baby passes away B Praak and his wife Mera Bachan are mourning the loss of their second child. On Wednesday (June 15), Praak took to his Instagram account and announced that their newborn baby had passed away at the time of birth. Calling this the most painful phase, the singer requested everyone to give them privacy to mourn the demise of the baby. He wrote, “With deepest pain, we have to announce that our newborn baby has passed away at the time of birth. It is the most painful phase we going through as parents… We are all devastated at this loss and we request you all to kindly give us our privacy at this time.” After he shared the emotional statement, celebrities commented on the post and expressed their grief while offering condolences. Karan Johar wrote, “My thoughts and prayers are with both of you.” Harrdy Sandhu wrote, “Prayers, God bless you guys with strength.” Neha Dhupia said, “This news is just heartbreaking… my thoughts and prayers and strength to both of you and the family.” Gauahar Khan also shared her condolence and wrote, “Oh God, may God give your wife and you strength! prayers for the baby who is now an angel.”B Praak and Meera tied the knot on 4th April2019. They became parents to their first child, son Adabb, in 2020. —TMS c m y b Actors are known to wear the face of their character so well that they disappear behind the skin. And that’s exactly what Sayani Gupta has done with Lajjo in the movie, Sherdil: The Pilibhit Saga. She recently posted a picture of hers from the film which looks quite impressive. Introducing her character, the actress wrote, “Meet Lajjo! Gangaram’s better and more sorted half! 9 days since Gangaram left. Will he come back? To find out, watch #Sherdil – The Pilibhit Saga in cinemas on 24th June.” Sayani plays wife of Gangaram (Pankaj Tripathi) in the film. Surreal & divine Khuda Haafiz Chapter 2 song Rubaru shot at Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah Come July 8, Vidyut Jammwal’s Khuda Haafiz: Chapter 2 – Agni Pariksha will give us some highoctane action on the big screen. The film’s trailer and first song, Chaiyaan Mein, has gone viral on Internet. And now, the new song from the film Rubaru is making a buzz. The video of the song has Delhi’s auspicious Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah in full view. This has been a popular location for films like Delhi 6 and Rockstar. The film’s director Faruk Kabir said, “It was a surreal experience shooting at the auspicious Nizamuddin Dargah. Shooting at authentic locations only captures the essence of the scene in the most authentic way. We also sought blessings at the Dargah for the success of the film. The result is showing – the response to the trailer and songs has been great so far! We can’t wait till the film is yours on July 8!”