31082024-LSTL-01.qxd 8/30/2024 8:03 PM Page 1 c m y b UP NEXT FOR RAJKUMMAR RajKummar Rao is coming up with a new project. Taking to Instagram, he teased fans with a striking poster and revealed that the title of his upcoming film will be released today, which also happens to be his birthday. TRIBUNE Nostalgic! Life LUDHIANA | SATURDAY | 31 AUGUST 2024 ■ ■ Hum Aapke Hain Koun Tamasha ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ to ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein ■ ■ ■ Back big screen Raveena Tandon shared throwback pictures of her four children, getting nostalgic about how fast time passes by. She said the most ‘heartbreaking’ time for mothers was to let go of the kids. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Maine Pyar Kiya ■ Gadar: Ek Prem Katha ■ Gangs of Wasseypur ■ HIT FORMULA ■ Recently, the films Laila Majnu and Maine Pyar Kiya are running in theatres across Chandigarh. Similarly, as many went to watch Tamasha in theatres pondered why Imtiaz Ali’s directorial was a flop when it first ran in theatres. Speaking of Tamasha, another of Ranbir Kapoor’s powerful performance in Rockstar was appreciated by audiences as the film re-premiered in theatres recently. Those who missed out on Gangs of Wasseypur can now watch the film in theatres from August 30 till September 5. (Compiled by Sonali Dub) ■ ■ Demonstrating the enduring appeal of classic cinema, Manthan, India’s first ever crowd-funded film, was screened at the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Originally released in 1976, this film directed by the pioneer of parallel cinema Shyam Benegal, is known for its ground-breaking storytelling and focus on rural issues. The 48-year-old classic, which starred Smita Patil, one of the greatest actresses of all time, was showcased in the Cannes Classic category. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ of its re-release. The film’s popularity saw an unexpected boost due to a viral incident involving actor Avinash Tiwary. While visiting a café in Kashmir, a region where the film was extensively shot, Tiwary was recognised by locals not by his real name but by his character’s name — Qaes Bhatt. The videos capturing this incident quickly spread across social media platforms. The buzz created by these viral clips reignited interest in the film. ■ A notable example is Sajid Ali’s Laila Majnu. The 2018 classic love story found its way back to theatres six years after its debut. Written by Sajid Ali and Imtiaz Ali, this modern adaptation of the classic Persian love story stands out as a refreshing tribute to the timeless theme of eternal love. Triptii Dimri and Avinash Tiwary shine as Laila and Majnu. The film crossed the box-office collection of its original release within just a few days ■ The Covid-19 pandemic left theatres in the dark and there was a significant decrease in new releases. Cinemas reopened in India after a seven-month-long break. With barely any new films being made and the pandemic still raging, studios and distributors found an innovative way to address the void — which was ‘re-releasing classic films’. So, iconic films from the past like Rockstar and Hum Aapke Hain Koun returned to the big screen. ■ TAPPING BLOCKBUSTER MATERIAL COVID EFFECT ■ In 2023, as the buzz around Gadar 2 peaked, cinemas across India rolled out a timely rerelease of its prequel, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. Originally premiered in 2001, this epic film had become a huge hit. The re-release was not just a nostalgic gesture, but more of a strategic move. By bringing back Gadar just before the release of its sequel, the filmmakers cleverly tapped into the growing excitement and anticipation surrounding Gadar 2. TIMELESS CLASSIC ■ RETRACING THE PAST Call it nostalgia or a strategic move, blockbusters such as Gadar: Ek Prem Katha and Maine Pyar Kiya have been re-released in theatres to draw in crowds. Is the trend here to stay? We take a look ■ I N the ever-evolving world of cinema, where trends shift as quickly as the latest blockbuster, one phenomenon has recently emerged with compelling force — the re-release of prequels when sequels hit the screens! Here’s a look at the trend. ■ Meet Honey Singh’s Avoiding the ‘n’ word Bond Girl Don’t think it’s productive to get caught up in the nepotism debate, says Kritika Kamra Honey Singh is all set to drop his highly anticipated album Millionaire, and the buzz around it is undeniable. The music sensation, known for his chart-topping hits, has roped-in the stunning actress Heera Sohal as the leading lady in the album’s flagship video. The song has been released on T-Series’ YouTube channel and promises to be a treat for the fans! “Working with Honey Singh was truly a fantastic experience. He’s such a visionary artiste, and his energy is infectious. From the beginning, he made sure that we were all on the same page creatively. He had a clear vision for the Millionaire music video and was very involved in every aspect of the project,” Heera said. Heera also opened up about their strong onscreen connection, “Well, he considers me his ‘Bond Girl’. Our chemistry that you see on screen is something we both felt right from the start. We clicked instantly, which made the entire process feel very natural. Our shared passion for the project helped us sync up effortlessly, and we were both committed to delivering something memorable.” Exclusive league Will Smith starts following Diljit Dosanjh on Instagram Fans of singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh are going crazy as he is being followed by Hollywood star Will Smith on Instagram. Will Smith has over 70 million followers on the social media platform and he follows only 276 people. Diljit Dosanjh has made it to this list! The screenshots of Smith following Dosanjh went viral on social media. Will Smith’s career has spanned multiple facets of entertainment, from his early success as part of DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince to his iconic roles in television and film. Known for hits like Gettin Jiggy Wit It, he was praised for his Academy Award-winning performance in King Richard. Meanwhile, Diljit is all set to come up with his upcoming Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3. Recently, he announced that the film will be released on June 27 next year. Diljit posted a motion poster on Instagram with the caption that reads, “Sardaar Ji 3 Releasing Worldwide 27th June 2025.” The first part of Sardaar Ji was directed by Rohit Jugraj. — ANI Kangana on Emergency: I’m determined to even go to court to protect my film Actress Kritika Kamra said that she doesn’t subscribe to the never dying debate around nepotism in Bollywood. “I have always believed in letting my work speak for itself. I didn’t get here because of any connections or family ties. Every opportunity I’ve had has been the result of years of hard work and persistence,” Kritika said. She added, “I don’t think it’s productive to get caught up in the nepotism debate because, in the end, it’s the audience that decides your fate. I’m grateful for the incredible roles that have come my way, and it’s a testa- ment to the fact that you can make it as an outsider in this industry.” The actress was recently seen in Gyaarah Gyaarah, a fantasy thriller series, which is an adaptation of the Korean drama Signal. It also stars Raghav Juyal, Dhairya Karwa, and Aakash Dixit. She will next be seen in National Award-winning filmmaker Nagraj Manjule in Nagraj Manjule’s Matka King, which delves into the intricate world of Matka gambling that started in Mumbai. — IANS She’s ready for the fight! Actress-filmmaker Kangana Ranaut says the censor board has not given the certificate to her for the upcoming movie Emergency and hopes that it comes on time, otherwise she is determined to fight for it and go to court. About the film getting released on September 6, Kangana said, “Hopefully, it will. My film got clearedby the censor board. And the day we were about to get the certificate, a lot of people did a lot of drama.” “There are a lot of issues with the censor c m y b board as well. So I hope it gets released. Because suddenly, as they say, the carpet is pulled from belwo someone’s feet. I was very confident that I got the certification. But now they are not giving me my certificate,” she added. Kangana is determined to give a tough fight to protect her film. “And it’s getting too late. I hope the film comes on time. Otherwise, I am determined to fight for it. I am determined to even go to court to protect my film. To save my right as an individual. You can’t change history and scare us by threats,” she said. “We have to show the history. An almost 70-year-old woman was shot 30-35 times in her house... Someone must have killed her. Now you don’t want to show it… Because, apparently, you think you can hurt someone. But you have to show the history. So how did she die?... If they are going to suppress the voice of an artiste and my creative liberty… Some people have wielded their guns and we are not afraid of guns,” she said. — IANS