27022024-LSTC-01.qxd 2/26/2024 11:20 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE Poor Emma Emma Stone, who plays the titular character in Yorgos Lanthimos film Poor Things, revealed that she initially doubted that she would be able to live up to the part. CHANDIGARH | TUESDAY | 27 FEBRUARY 2024 Jeeye toh jeeye kaise... RIP, Mitchell Captain Marvel actor Kenneth Mitchell dies at 49 due to ALS ‘It’s truly remarkable’ Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is all excited to be part of the Oscar-nominated documentary To Kill a Tiger as an executive producer, shared the trailer of the film. The trailer gives a glimpse of the tale of a father fighting for justice for his daughter. Sharing the trailer on Instagram, Priyanka wrote, “Trailer. Truly remarkable.” On Sunday, Priyanka expressed her excitement about joining the To Kill a Tiger team as an executive producer alongside Dev Patel, Mindy Kaling, and others. Taking to her Instagram handle, she wrote in a post, “I’m so proud to join the incredible team of the Academy Award nominated documentary @tokillatigerdoc, and to announce that @netflix has acquired the global distribution rights to this powerful feature directed by @nishappics. When I first watched this film in 2022, I was immediately captivated by its poignant narrative, depicting a father’s valiant struggle within the judicial system to secure justice for his daughter. This project serves as a testament to the boundless love and unyielding determination of a devoted father for his cherished daughter.” She continued talking about the project, saying, “This hard-hitting piece of art also really hits home on so many levels, but personally, I was born in the state of Jharkhand (where the survivor and her father are from), and as the daughter of a father that was my forever champion...I was moved to pieces. I cannot wait for audiences around the world to discover this moving story.” To Kill a Tiger, directed by Nisha Pahuja, has won two dozen prizes throughout the world, including Best Documentary at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, the Amplify Voices Award at TIFF , and Best Feature Documentary at the Canadian Screen prizes. The Directors Guild of Canada recognised Pahuja with the 2023 Excellence in Documentary Award. — ANI Priyanka Chopra shares trailer of Oscar-nominated documentary To Kill a Tiger I N the corridors of Indian music, the soul-stirring ghazals of Pankaj Udhas have left an indelible mark, captivating hearts and transcending generations. Today, the world mourns the loss of this legendary ghazal singer, who passed away at the age of 72 in Mumbai. The news was confirmed by his daughter Nayaab Udhas, citing a prolonged illness, with some reports saying the singer was battling cancer. Nayaab took to social media and wrote, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padma Shri Pankaj Udhas on 26th February 2024 due to a prolonged illness. Udhas family.” His last rites will take place on Tuesday. Born on May 17, 1951, in Gujarat, Pankaj came from a musically gifted family, with both of his elder brothers, Manhar Udhas and Nirmal Udhas, paving the way in the world of singing. Drawn initially to the rhythmic beats of the tabla, Pankaj eventually found his calling in ghazals. He also learnt Urdu to enrich his craft. His musical journey took off in the 1980s and it was in the 1990s when he rose to prominence, becoming a maestro in the realm of ghaz- Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas’ death has plunged the entertainment industry into gloom. Celebs pay their heartfelt condolences… SUPERHIT SONGS SOULFUL GHAZALS Chithi aayee hai (Naam) Chandi jaisa rang hai tera (A Life Story Vol 1) Na kajre ki dhar (Mohra) Dhal gaya chand (Monsoon) Ghungroo tut gaye (A life Story Vol 1) Jiye to jiye kaise (Saajan) Ye kya kya dekhti hai ye zindagi (Meherbaan) Aaj phir tum pe (Lost and Found) Jiyen to jiyen kaise (Yaad) Main deewana hoon (Yeh Dillagi) Jheel mie chand Niklo na benaqab (Nayab Vol 1) 1985 Ek taraf uska ghar Mai nashe mie hoon Aaur aaista kijiye baatein Thodi thodi piya karo Shikwe bhi hazaron hain Mohabbat inayat kaarm dekhte hain Ek ek ho jaye Aankhe hain ya jame sharaab al and playback singing. His velvety voice, resonant with emotion, touched the hearts of millions, making classics out of songs like Chitthi Aayi Hai, Aur Ahista, and Jeeye Toh Jeeye Kaise. Each note he sang seemed to carry the weight of timeless tales, captivating listeners and solidifying his status as a musical legend. His dedication to music was recognised with the Padma Shri award in 2006. It was in Naam where he appeared in the memorable ghazal, Chitthi..., for the first time. After that, he was seen in films such as Yeh Dillagi, Saajan and Phir Teri Kahaani Yaad Aayee. Beyond music, Pankaj Udhas also touched hearts with his philanthropic work. In 1989, he released the album Nabeel, its first copy auctioned for an astounding Rs 1 lakh, an amount he generously donated to the Cancer Patients Aid Association. CELEBS PAY TRIBUTES Shankar Mahadevan: “Pankaj Udhas was a true well-wisher and a guiding light for us; his demise leaves a significant void in our music industry.” Sonu Nigam: “One of the most important part of my childhood, is lost today. Shri Pankaj Udhas ji, I will miss you forever. My heart cries knowing that you are no more. Thank you for being there. Om Shanti.” Anup Jalota: “Shocking.... Music legend & my friend #PankajUdhas passes away. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.” Madhuri Dixit Nene: “Deeply saddened by the loss of a music legend, Pankaj Udas ji. His gazals touched the souls of people worldwide. His legacy will forever linger in our hearts! Om Shanti.” Manoj Bajpyee: “Saddening! Rest in peace Pankaj Udhas ji! Had the privilege of listen- ing to you and getting mesmerised by the sweet texture of your voice and sur.” Abhishek Bachchan: “Very saddened by Pankaj Udhas ji’s passing. His demise is an irreplaceable loss to our music world. My sincere condolences to his family and friends in this difficult time.” Manoj Joshi: “Pained by the demise of Pankaj Udhas ji, a legendary figure in the world of music. His passing leaves a void that will be hard to fill.” Salim Merchant: “He entertained us for so many years and boosted the morale of the industry through his songs. He spread so much love through his songs. This has left a void in the music industry. We have lost a great artiste and a great person.” Kumar Sanu: “Deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend, Pankaj Udhas ji. His profound contributions to the world of ghazals echo through time, leaving behind a legacy of unparalleled artistry. May his soul find eternal peace.” Anu Malik: “Saddened. Shocked. Anguished. The world has not only lost a great singer, But a greater human being, he was humble always, took compliments with a soft laughter. The music world, the ghazal world, all of us have lost a shining star, a gem of a human being.” Make way for Chamkila Well done! Karisma Kapoor was one of the speakers at the India Conference at Harvard Business School in Boston, Massachusetts. On Monday, Karisma took to Instagram and expressed her happiness on receiving an opportunity to share her views at a session titled Soft Power of Bollywood at the renowned institute. Interestingly, Karisma’s sister and actor Kareena Kapoor marked a special “virtual” appearance at Karisma’s session. “It was an absolute pleasure and honour to be a speaker at the India Conference at Harvard. Shout out to @kareenakapoorkhan for joining us for an impromptu but insightful chat. Thank Gurnaaz Kaur Canadian actor Kenneth Mitchell, best known for his roles in Captain Marvel and Star Trek: Discovery, has died at the age of 49 due to ALS. In an Instagram post, the actor’s family said Mitchell died on February 24. “With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and dear friend,” the family said in its post. Mitchell’s death comes over five years after he revealed his ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) diagnosis. ALS is a fatal disease that leads to progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain. There is no known cure for it. In an Instagram post in August last year, the actor wrote, “It’s been a long 5 years. So much lost, so much gained. Incredibly hard times, mixed with so many more blessings. “At the heart of it all are friends and family, caregivers and doctors coming to the aid of my family over and over and over again. Giving a plethora of support and love and care and encouragement. There is so much beauty in that. This disease is absolutely horrific... yet despite all the suffering, there is so much to be grateful for.” Mitchell is survived by his wife, Susan May Pratt and two children. — PTI Karisma Kapoor turns speaker at Harvard Business School you to @sunnysandhu24 and team #HarvardIndiaConference for being so wonderful. This was truly special,” she wrote. She also shared a string of images from her session at Harvard. — ANI Lost & found The release date of Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra-starrer Amar Singh Chamkila has been locked. The film directed by Imtiaz Ali, will be out on Netflix on April 12. Sharing the film’s promo, team of Netflix on Instagram wrote, “Netflix_in’s profile picture netflix_in Maahaul bann jaata tha jab vo chedta tha saaz, kuch aisa hi tha Chamkila ka Andaaz @imtiazaliofficial’s #AmarSinghChamkila arriving on 12 April, only on Netflix!” The film marks Diljit and director Imtiaz Ali’s first onscreen collaboration. Amar Singh Chamkila presents the true story of Punjab’s original rockstar of the masses, Amar Singh Chamkila, who emerged from the shadows of poverty and rose to the heights of popularity in the 80s due to the sheer power of his music, angering many along the way, which finally led to his assassination at the young age of 27. The highest-selling artiste of his time, Chamkila is still regarded as one of the best live-stage performers that Punjab has ever produced. Kiran Rao’s directorial Laapataa Ladies has been selected as the opening film of the second edition of the IFFM Summer Festival. The film will have its Australian premiere on February 29 at the festival ahead of its release on March 1, according to a statement. Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra’s Amar Singh Chamkila’ to be out in April Imtiaz Ali Earlier, talking about the film, director Imtiaz Ali said, “Making Amar Singh Chamkila about the life of the iconic music star of the masses has been a unique journey for me. I could not have asked for better actors than the immensely talented Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra to play in this film, especially since it involves some live singing. The film follows the crazed popularity of Chamkila’s daring songs, which society could neither ignore nor swallow. Having Netflix as a partner, I am humbled to take our story c m y b to millions of viewers not only in India but around the globe.” Diljit said, “Playing Amar Singh Chamkila has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life, and I am thrilled to be returning to Netflix with yet another exciting story. It has been a pleasure to work with Parineeti and the entire team that has worked extremely hard to bring this beautiful story to life. To be able to sing to Rahman sir’s exemplary music was a meditative experience and I hope I have been able to do justice to his vision.” — ANI Excited about it, Rao said, “It’s a great honour for Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) to be the opening film at IIFM. I am absolutely delighted and would like to convey my heartfelt gratitude to the festival. I hope the Melbourne audience enjoys the film.” — ANI
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