10032024-LSTC-01.qxd 3/10/2024 12:08 AM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE Team spirit Life Nikhil Khurana, who is set to star in the thriller Murder Mubarak calls Karisma Kapoor a true team player and ‘incredibly professional’ actress. LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 10 MARCH 2024 Not just another fairytale Nonika Singh A All is well Nayanthara dismisses separation rumours South superstar Nayanthara, who shared the screen with Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan in Jawan, reached Saudi Arabia with her family. She arrived in Saudi Arabia with her husband Vignesh Shivan and their children Uyir and Ulag for the Formula 1 racing event. Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan spent some quality time together before the event. Earlier, Nayanthara took to Instagram and shared a picture of herself expressing gratitude towards her hubby. Tagging Vignesh in the picture, she wrote, “Thank you for making me the woman I’m today.” She dismissed rumours of their separation with the Instagram Story, telling her fans that everything is fine between the couple. — IANS COUPLE that acts together… Last time we spoke with wonderful actress Rasika Dugal, she let us into the making of her unusual film Fairy Folk. Today, as we talk to her equally talented spouse Mukul Chadda, her co-actor in the Karan Gour film which is currently running in theatres, both he and his real (and reel) wife are basking in the glory of rave reviews. Pleased as a punch, Mukul observes, “We always believed in the film but you are never sure how other people are going to react.” The responses have been overwhelming with many stating how the film starts as a magical tale only to end up as showing us the mirror in which we often don’t like what we see of ourselves. He also recalls the feedback at the prestigious international film festivals where the film had a great innings before finding a release in India. “During the Sydney Film Festival it was summarised as ‘sometimes hilarious sometimes tragic’ and as ‘magical realism meets relationship drama.’ At the Chicago film festival it played in the comedy section as well as in competition in the LGBTQ category.” While the intense film explores man-woman relationship and takes a hard look at the institution of marriage, he does not think there are any lessons to be drawn for him personally or any takeaway for viewers. He says, “I am nobody to give any lessons to anyone. We are all students in the matrix of relationships.” Like Rasika, he too found acting with her most comfortable. But then the couple already had a professional relationship in place and had worked together previously in a short film, titled Banana Bread, written and directed by them. The difference this time was the length and more Demi Lovato has a beauty advice for her teenage self We are all students in the matrix of relationships, says Mukul Chadda, who has explored relationship dynamics through magic realism in his film Fairy Folk importantly its improvised style. He says, “The tenet of improvisation is you don’t pre-plan.” This also meant they could not discuss the film at home, “for that would have taken away the surprise element so essential for improvisation.” He would not say that this is his most challenging role for he has played some exciting characters previously, quite contrary to his persona. Though we have seen him in much acclaimed films like Sherni and Newton, we wonder if he thinks that the elusive part which will make him a household name still eludes him. He smiles and states, “We actors are always tempted to say ‘my best is yet to come’ and I have yet to live up to my potential.” As an actor he sure is greedy and is putting it out for those who would care to notice, “If ever there is an Indian adaptation of Breaking Bad, I would give up my right hand to play Walter White.” Talking of manifestations there are many coactors that figure on his wishlist, right from Cate Blanchett to Pankaj Kapur. Among the ones he has already worked with Vidya Balan figures high as his favourite. So does Gopal Datt (The Office) and, of course, Sunil Grover with whom he rubbed shoulders in Sunflower. The second season of the series streaming on Zee5 may not have received as fulsome praise as Fairy Folk, Mukul is positive, “We will be hearing a lot of good things about Sunflower 2 too.” Besides, he loves his character of Hindi professor who has anger issues. Right now he considers himself fortunate to have two projects releasing the same week, exemplifying his range serving, “as a wonderful advertisement.” If the choice of the word ‘advertisement’ surprises you, be more surprised to know Mukul happens to be an IIM graduate. What made him quit a flourishing and safe career in favour of a rather dicey vocation? He laughs, “I guess a bit of courage and lot of stupidity.” Ahan Shetty and Pooja Hegde-starrer Sanki slated for Valentine’s Day 2025 Natalie Portman, Benjamin Millepied divorced It’s official Sukhwinder Singh sings Qatra Qatra for Ae Watan Mere Watan Ahan Shetty, Sajid Nadiadwala & Pooja Hegde John Travolta shares glimpses from his 70th birthday celebrations in Brazil Sweet seventy Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied are now officially divorced. The Oscar-winning actress filed for divorce from her director-choreographer husband of 11 years in July 2023, and the divorce was recently finalised in France. “It was initially really tough for her, but her friends rallied around her and helped get her through the worst of it. Natalie is coming out of a really tough and painful year but she’s come out the other side of it stronger and is finding joy in her family, friends and work,” a friend of the couple told the publication. The two met while working on the 2010 movie Black Swan, for which Portman received an Oscar for Best Actress. Millepied, the choreographer for the film, played a crucial role in helping Portman master the ballet sequences for her character. Portman also bagged Golden Globe for her performance and even humorously mentioned their relationship during her acceptance speech. Portman and Millepied got married on August 4, 2012 and are parents to a 12-year-old son and a 7-year-old daughter. — ANI Hollywood actor John Travolta has shared moments from his birthday celebration in Brazil with his followers on social media. The Pulp Fiction star took to his Instagram, and shared a video montage in which he highlighted the activities from his 70th birthday vacation. “My trip to Brazil to celebrate my birthday,” he wrote in the caption. “I thank you my friends!! Love JT. The video starts with the actor’s flight’s descent into the South American country, as it showed the magnificent c m y b Seriously, the theatre bug had bitten him in childhood and continued all the way to adulthood. For long it was not a career, till he decided to take a plunge headlong in the field of acting alone. Whether any management lesson he would like to use in his chosen field of creativity, and he says, “There is creativity in every field and lot of mundaneness in every job you do.” But he is unlikely to be commonplace as you will soon be seeing him in a clutch of projects namely Dhoom Dhaam, Ishq Jhamela and the Amazon series Big Girls Don’t Cry. Big boys and fine actors like him, however, do make you feel and introspect. Singer-songwriter Demi Lovato has spoken up about the influence of beauty standards on her teenage self. She shared the advice she would give her teenage self. She also spoke about how beauty standards shouldn’t impact how people see themselves. She said, “What I would tell my teenage self is don’t hold yourself to anybody else’s standards but your own.” She added, “And if your own becomes too critical, then look within yourself and try to find that self-love. I think it’s really important to find self-love no matter what age you are.” For Lovato, spending so much time on sets has given her a lot of opportunities to learn about beauty and makeup from the best of the best. “The best beauty tip that I’ve got from someone on set is to never sleep in your makeup. I never did that anyways, but to hear it over again was just really important and kind of stuck with me. I never sleep in my makeup.” — IANS Patrioticnote Come Valentine After the success of Tadap, Sajid Nadiadwala presents Ahan Shetty once again in Sanki along with Pooja Hegde in the lead. The filmmaker has made a fresh pair of Ahan Shetty and Pooja Hegde for this cinematic spectacle all set to release on February 14 on Valentine’s Day. Nadiadwala took to social media and made the announcement, “The Sanki’s are on their way to take over the cinemas on Valentine’s Day. #SajidNadiadwala’s #Sanki starring #AhanShetty @hegdepooja releasing on 14th February 2025 in cinemas near you Directed by #AdnanAShaikh #YasirJah .” Sanki is written by Rajat Aroraa, directed by debutants Adnan A Shaikh and Yasir Jah. ‘Look within and find self-love’ views from the plane’s window seat. The clip then continues with one of the few solo shots of Travolta enjoying the night time view of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro. The video is accompanied by Sergio Mendes’ song The Look Of Love (feat Fergie)’. Earlier, for his milestone birthday, the actor shared a video to his Instagram Stories celebrating with his family. In the Story, Travolta blew out his birthday cake candles, and also shared an adorable moment with his dog Peanut. — IANS The song Qatra Qatra from the upcoming Sara Ali Khan-starrer streaming movie Ae Watan Mere Watan was released on Saturday. The song has been crooned by Sukhwinder Singh and is composed by Mukund Suryawanshi. This patriotic song evokes feelings of pure devotion, loyalty, and respect, and beautifully depicts the passion and dedication of the unsung heroes of the Quit India movement. The lyrics for the track have been furnished by Ravi Girri and Rohan Deshmukh. The song was first showcased at the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa with a live performance by Sukhwinder Singh. Sukhwinder said, “Qatra Qatra holds a special place in my heart. This song not only evokes a sense of patriotism and pride, but it also encompasses the emotion and strength shown by our freedom fighters. It’s an incredible ode to all the unsung heroes who have braved for the nation.” He added, “It gives me immense pleasure to be associated with Ae Watan Mere Watan, an untold story that gives a glimpse into the power of youth’s voice. Like Jai Ho became an anthem of the youth of its time, I hope Qatra Qatra too echoes as the voice of the generation.” The film stars Sara Ali Khan, Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, Alexx O’ Neil, and Anand Tiwari in pivotal roles with a special guest appearance by Emraan Hashmi. Ae Watan Mere Watan is set to premiere on Prime Video on March 21. — IANS
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