22022024-LSTC-01.qxd 2/21/2024 10:57 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE New one Life Justin Timberlake announced that a second single from his upcoming album Everything I Thought It Was would be released on Friday. He posted the new song,Drown, on Instragram. LUDHIANA | THURSDAY | 22 FEBRUARY 2024 JOY TO THE WORLD Anshita Mehra T HE Indian Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and the Ministry of Tourism collaborated to organise a grand inaugural dinner, marking the commencement of the 71st edition of the esteemed Miss World pageant, ‘Beauty With A Purpose’, in India. The event unfolded at The Ashok, New Delhi, on the evening of Tuesday, welcoming the Miss World Organisation and its distinguished entourage. ITDC, Ministry of Tourism host grand opening ceremony for 71st Miss World pageant A total of 117 contestants, representing nations worldwide, graced the occasion in their traditional attire, showcasing a vibrant tapestry of cultures and customs. The evening radiated with positivity, beauty, and empowerment, as distinguished personalities from various sectors joined in extending a warm Indian welcome to the global ambassadors of grace and charm. Julia Morley, chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, expressed profound gratitude for the gracious reception in India, emphasis- ing the organisation’s commitment to empowering women globally. She said, “We feel incredibly honoured by the enthusiastic and warm welcome extended to us in India. As we embark on this journey, we are deeply touched by the hospitality and spirit of camaraderie displayed by the Indian people. We are looking forward to joining in the festivities and contributing to the meaningful initiatives aimed at empowering women across the globe.” PHOTOS: PTI & ANI And, the winners are… ‘His voice had magic’ Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara win Best Actor and Best Actress award at Dadasaheb Phalke Awards 2024 It’s a special night for superstar Shah Rukh Khan as he won an award in the Best Actor category at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards (DPIFF) 2024. SRK was honoured for his performance in Atlee’s directorial Jawan. In an acceptance speech, he quipped, “Shukriya sari jury member ka jinhone mujhko best actor ke liye layak samjha aur bhaut saal ho gaye mujhe best actor ka award nahin mila toh aisa lagne laga tha ki ab milega hi nahin. Mujhe bhaut khushi hai. Mujhe awards bhaut ache lagte hai ...main thoda laalchi hu, greedy hu. (I thank jury who considered me worthy of the Best Actor award. I have not received the Best Actor Award in a long time. It seemed as if I would not get it again...So I am extremely happy. I like awards. I am a bit greedy). Nayanthara bagged the Best Actress award for her performance in Jawan.” — ANI Celebs condole death of legendary radio personality Ameen Sayani Just married Rakul Preet Singh, Jackky Bhagnani tie the knot in intimate Sikh wedding ceremony Nayanthara: Best Actress for Jawan Sanya Malhotra: Best Actress in A Comic Role for Kathal Aditya Roy Kapur: Best Actor Award (Critics) in a Web Series for Night Manager Shah Rukh Khan: Best Actor for Jawan Rani Mukherjee: Best Actress Award for Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway c m y b Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani, who have been dating each other for a long time, tied the knot on Wednesday in a traditional Sikh wedding ceremony called the anand karaj. The wedding was attended by the couple’s family members and close friends in Goa. From Shilpa Shetty to Arjun Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Esha Deol, who’s who of Bollywood marked their presence at the ceremony to bless the couple on embarking on their new journey. — ANI Legendary radio personality Ameen Sayani passed away due to a heart attack late on Tuesday. He was 91. The sad news left the entire entertainment industry in shock. Film director Madhur Bhandarkar expressed grief over the demise of the iconic radio personality. “We are shocked after hearing this news. Since childhood, we have been hearing his voice and used to be his big fan. Whoever, from that generation has listened to Binaca Geetmala will always remember his voice. Nobody can fill the void created by his demise,” Bhandarkar said. Music composer Anu Malik said he remembered how, while listening to the hit songs on Binaca Geetmala, he wished his song would be featured on the show. “I wondered what would happen if Ameen Sayani introduced me. I just pray to God to strengthen his family.” Suresh Oberoi shared, “He will always be missed. His voice had a magic ANI Identity theft and it was unique and no one can replace it.” Devotional singer Anup Jalota shared, “Those songs which featured on his programme used to be hit and people wanted their song to come on Binaca Geetmala.” Raza Murad added, “I am shocked to hear about his death. He was the king of voice and holds the same status as a radio presenter as Lata ji does in singing, Dilip Kumar in acting, and Dhyan Chand in hockey.” Nitin Mukesh and Neil Nitin Mukesh said in a statement, “Our deepest condolences to the entire Sayani family. His love for the Mukesh family across generations will always be etched in our hearts.” — ANI Vidya Balan files FIR against unknown person for creating fake Instagram account in her name Vidya Balan had lodged an FIR against an unknown person with the Mumbai police for creating a fake Instagram account in her name and asking for money from people. According to Mumbai police, an unknown person who created an identical Instagram ID asked people for money by assuring them of jobs. Khar Police has registered an FIR under Section 66 (C) of IT. The police further said that he was asking people for money by assuring them of jobs. — ANI
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