09032024-LSTL-01.qxd 3/9/2024 12:57 AM Page 1 c m y b GET SET FOR BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY Prime Video recently announced the premiere of its upcoming Original Series Big Girls Don’t Cry, a captivating coming-of-age school drama set against the backdrop of a fictionalised all-girls boarding school. Ananya Panday, in an exclusive collaboration with Prime Video, introduced the series and its lead cast. TRIBUNE Grooving Life Singer Neha Kakkar, who has recently released her new track Bholenath, was on Friday seen grooving on the song. She also greeted her fans on Maha Shivratri. LUDHIANA | SATURDAY | 9 MARCH 2024 Young guns in action Gurnaz Kaur D O you remember your first love? That break-up you thought you would never be able to overcome? A reflection on the life gone by, memories from the schooldays evoke nostalgia like no other! From forging profound friendships to experiencing that newfound sense of belonging, those insecurities and complexities, and not forget the high school crushes…Crushed, streaming on Amazon Mini TV explores these familiar themes , and is sure to remind you of your school experiences. In its fourth season, which released recently, the series is said to have immersed viewers in the intricacies of high school life at Lucknow Central Convent School through the lives of Samvidhan Sharma, Aadhya Mathur, Jasmin, Prateek, Sahil Thakur, Zoya and Rajat. The narrative follows their transformative journey and in the latest academic year, they are going to deal with emotional upheavals leading to self-discovery. Its ensemble cast, which has been loved for the portrayals of teenage emotions during school life, gets candid. Age is just a number Media mogul Rupert Murdoch gets engaged at 92 Media Mogul Rupert Murdoch has got engaged to a retired molecular biologist, Elena Zhukova. The 92year-old is set to marry Zhukova, 62, on June 1 in a ceremony on his California vineyard and estate, Moraga. Murdoch reportedly began seeing Zhukova during the summer after meeting her through his third wife, Wendi Deng. Zhukova is a retired molecular biologist who studied diabetes at the University of California, Los Angeles. The news comes nearly a year after Murdoch announced his engagement to Ann Lesley Smith, a retired dental hygienist, in the spring of 2023. But he broke it off a few weeks later. The upcoming June nuptials would make it Murdoch’s fifth marriage. He was previously married to model Jerry Hall from 2016 to 2022. He married Patricia Booker in 1956, but they divorced eleven years later, in 1967. — ANI Surreal experience Arjun Deswal (plays Sahil Thakur) Reflecting on the swift and unexpected journey that led him to land the role of Sahil in the series, Arjun says, “Mandar Kurundkar sir, the director, conducted online auditions, and I recorded my audition while visiting my family in Chandigarh.” He quickly The cast of Crushed Season 4 found himself in a meeting with the director via Zoom. It was a surreal experience of going from audition to being in Mumbai with the rest of the cast within a week or two. Arjun emphasises that Sahil is, “A person with a deep sense of empathy, always observing others without crossing boundaries or playing mind games.” Love triangle Aadhya Anand (plays Aadhya Mathur) Aadhya Anand says this time around, the series will see emergence of a love triangle. And her character Aadhya Mathur confronts numerous twists and turns. Aadhya isn’t new to acting, in fact, she has been recognised for her work in Singapore and made her Bollywood debut with Bombay Begums. “I want to work more on my craft and get better at it. When I got into modelling while living in Singapore, I fell in love with the camera and realised this is where I belong.” Adam Sandler, Margot Robbie and Tom Cruise named Hollywood’s best-paid stars Modelling and acting she knows well, she adds, “Now, I want to explore behind the scenes work in filmmaking.” Deep connection Urvi Singh (plays Jasmin) Urvi, who has worked in the famous series Kota Factory, says her character as a perfectionist, who holds herself in high regard, was fun to play. She says she has a deep connection with her onscreen character, “We are very similar when it comes to my commitment to diligent study in real life and that is a huge plus point.” Additionally, Urvi enjoyed popularity in school, boasting of numerous friends and showcasing her talent in dance. “I don’t know how acting happened but I am glad it did. One thing I know is that we actors get a lot of credit whereas there is this huge team of people who contribute 80 per cent of the effort you see on screen.” Coming soon... Huma Qureshi to portray an auto-rickshaw driver Tom Cruise, Adam Sandlar and Margot Robbie They are richie rich! Actor Adam Sandlar has made it to the top of Forbes list of the best-paid actors of 2023, surpassing Margot Robbie in the second place and Tom Cruise in the third. Sandler earned a whopping $73 million in 2023, which saw him feature in Murder Mystery 2, You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah and Leo. He also bankrolled The Out-Laws, which featured Nina Dobrev, Ellen Barkin, and Pierce Brosnan. This is the first time Sandler has made it to the top of Forbes list since 2002, when he starred in a number of comedy films, including Mr Deeds and Punch-Drunk Love. The actor and his costar Jennifer Aniston played husband-and-wife private detectives in the movie. Barbie star Margot Robbie made it to the second spot, with earnings of $59 million. She essayed the titular character in the film and served Anupriya has been a dancer since childhood and arrived in Mumbai with aspirations of becoming a choreographer. She says, “I discovered plethora of opportunities both on screen and behind the camera.” A brush with acting in a commercial made her realise she enjoyed the craft as much as dance. “So, I began doing both and that’s when Crushed happened.As for my character, she is very practical and unfiltered, one who would not tolerate any kind of nonsense in her life,” she says. Ajay Devgn ends silence on box-office clash between Maidaan and BMCM Ajay Devgn, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming theatrical film Maidaan, broke his silence on the boxoffice clash between Maidaan and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which features superstar Akshay Kumar and action star Tiger Shroff. Both the films are set to square off against each other on the occasion of Eid in April. Ajay said, “I won’t call it a clash. I would never want two films to release together...but such things are sometimes not under our control.” — IANS Pure passion Naman Jain (plays Prateek) High energy Rudraksha Jaiswal (plays Samvidhan Sharma) Rudraksh’s audition was about infusing light humour and energy into a romantic scene that eventually earned him the role of Samvidan. There’s a lot he finds common with the character. “We believe in love, commitment to putting maximum effort and share a perspective on prioritising the journey over the destination.” No nonsense Anupriya Caroli (plays Zoya) Going back to school can be fun, right? So when one gets to chat with the bubbly cast of Crushed Season 4, it sure is a trip down memory lane ‘I won’t call it a clash’ as a producer as well. In the third position is Hollywood star Tom Cruise with earnings of $45 million in 2023. He featured alongside names such as Hayley Atwell, Rebecca Ferguson and Vanessa Kirby in Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One last year. Then there is Ryan Gosling sitting in fourth position and Oppenheimer actor Matt Damon, who both earned $43 million. — IANS On the occasion of Women’s Day on Friday, it was announced that actress Huma Qureshi would be seen playing a female auto-rickshaw driver in a yet-untitled film directed by Vipul Mehta. The untitled drama unfolds the true story of an auto-rickshaw driver, a woman of iron will and vision. It pays homage to the courage of ordinary women doing extraordinary things. Huma said: “To depict a character with such indomitable spirit is a rare and cherished opportunity. It’s particularly poignant that we announce this project on Women’s Day — a day that celebrates the power and dignity of women.” — IANS c m y b Naman Jain expresses the gratification he felt when recognised by people. “That can be so motivating. It pushes you to do better.” He describes Prateek as a friend, rapper and someone who finds amusement in his own company. Naman’s acting journey began at the age of seven, fuelled by a determination to pursue his passion. “Acting is where I belong. But I would definitely try my hand at direction for which I am planning to do a course.” Happy zone Sachin Singh (plays Rajat) Sachin Singh, portraying Rajat, says his interest in acting stemmed from his involvement in filmmaking and creating short videos with friends. “I knew a casting director, who told me about the role. I signed up for the auditions and next thing I know I was a part of Crushed.” Thrilled at the opportunity, Sachin says, “I may have joined the show late, but I am so happy to be a part of it and to have found friends who are like family.” RIP, Dolly Kalash, Kumkum Bhagya star Dolly Sohi passes away at 48, hours after her sister Television actress Dolly Sohi passed away on Friday morning. She was 48. The Jhanak- fame actress was diagnosed with cervical cancer in November last year. “Our beloved Dolly left for her heavenly abode today. We are in a state of shock with the loss. The final rites shall be- conducted today,” read the statement issued by her team. “It’s a great loss for Sohi family as they lost Amandeep (actress, younger sister of Dolly) yesterday.” Last month, Dolly took a break from the shooting of Jhanak due to health complications. Dolly gained recognition with her work in shows such as Bhabhi, Kalash, Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi, among others. — IANS Fit as a fiddle Samikssha Batnagar says knowledge of self-defence empowers women Actress Samikssha Batnagar, on Women’s Day, talked about how empowering women with self-defence techniques was important. “Self-defence begins with awareness; being mindful of one’s surroundings and recognising potential threats. This awareness enables individuals to anticipate and avoid dangerous situations whenever possible. Additionally, being mentally prepared to defend oneself instils confidence and assertiveness, qualities that can deter potential attackers,” said Samiksha. — IANS
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