06102024-LSTL-01.qxd 10/5/2024 10:23 PM Page 1 c m y b WHEN SHAHID HAD FUN Shahid Kapoor, who never misses a chance to leave fans in splits with his funny videos, has done it yet again with a new video where he is seen enjoying a funny moment with his wife Mira onboard a flight, tagging himself as the ‘second husband’. Mona W HEN the timing is right, everything pans out well… A strong believer in that is actress Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, who is due to make her Punjabi film debut with Shaunki Sardar. Dheeraj Rattan as director, Punjabi film industry heavyweight Babbu Maan and popular singeractor Guru Randhawa as co-stars, all boxes ticked right, it was the character that sealed the deal for her. “I am all for the right kind of projection of women in cinema. To get a character that is substantial and beautifully written, I had to pick this role,” shared Nimrit. A law graduate, she participated in Miss India contest and made it to the top 12 finalists. Though the crown evaded her, it paved the way for modelling and acting assignments. Television show Chhoti Sardarni gave her a chance to showcase her acting abilities, and reality show Bigg Boss 16 followed. Having recently been a part of Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 (KKK), she revealed how she waited before taking it up, “I was offered the show last year as well, but I believe too much exposure isn’t good either.” A believer in experiencing life to tghe fullest, Nimrit is having a whale of time. While most stunts test her limits, it’s the ones with car sequences that she learnt to enjoy! “If you ask me what stunts were tough, there were so many. But, yes, I truly felt the high of adrenaline in the car sequences,” she informed. The tasks at KKK often involved creepy crawlies, and Nimrit shared that the trick was to psyche oneself up. Right before her tasks, in the TRIBUNE Peace! Manisha Koirala, whose latest outing was in the OTT series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, has found her perfect spot for peace during her London getaway. LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 6 OCTOBER 2024 vanity van, she banked on her shabads and simran to guide her through. “If you start thinking about it, you can never do it. I just focused on the task and chanted God’s name, till it was done.” Reality shows helped her know about her strengths and weaknesses better. One thing that she has learnt from her Bigg Boss 16 stint was to never wear the heart on her sleeves. “People aren’t interested in knowing the real you. Keep your honesty to yourself or those who respect that. If I could do Bigg Boss when I was not in the right mental space, now I am invincible,” she said. The film on her mind, she has enjoyed the first schedule in Punjab. Her naankas from Ludhiana, and daadkas from Batala, hailing from an Army background, she loved living across the length and breadth of the country. But with Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, set for a debut with Punjabi film Shaunki Sardar, believes one must be open to new experiences in life Playing favourites ■ Director: Christopher Nolan. Alia Bhatt. ■ Films: Begin Again and La La Land. ■ Song: Mamma Mia. ■ If not acting: Lawyer ■ Actor: What’s in a name? I was fully aware when I entered the industry that it had two Nimrats already — Nimrat Kaur and Nimrat Khaira — and both the Nimrats were amazing. I am sure there would be another Nimrat joining the industry soon. But my name is my proud identity! Punjab, she has a special connection. Having spent five years in the tricity, pursuing law at the Army Institute of Law, Mohali, she loves to come back. “My core college years were in the tricity. I miss the The Punjabi connect food, the peace. So, I love being back every now and then.” Staying fit is what Nimrit’s work demands. And she likes to mix and match. Having done mixed martial arts before, she Bollywood actors Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, who are awaiting the release of their upcoming movie Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, graced the latest episode of the singing reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. During the course of the episode, Triptii impressed the audience with her voice as she crooned the track Tum Jo Mile Ho from Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. In the new Navaratri special episode, Rajkummar and Triptii were seen along with Shilpa Shetty. As soon as Tripti arrived, she expressed her heartfelt excitement, banks on cross fit and strength training these days, and Pilates is next on her to-do list. “I believe we must be open to new things, new experiences. That’s the only way to grow,” she shared. Vocal prowess RAJKUMMAR RAO revealing, “It was my childhood dream to be on the stage of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa”. Rajkummar Rao added to the excitement by highlighting Triptii’s musical talent, stating, “Tripti is a professionally trained singer”. Right after the revelation by Rajkummar, Triptii took the mic and left everyone on set in awe of her singing talent as she sang Tum Jo Mile Ho. Their presence added an extra layer of excitement to this highly anticipated episode, as they connected MAGIC in the Meet Huma, the cop AIR! RoZéO aerial spectacle mesmerises tricity folks looking to dabble in different genres ... and if it helps me experiment as an actor, then I do want to be part of it. When Bayaan came to me, I was intrigued by its milieu, the role, the film’s narrative and the sheer passion of the makers to bring this story to the fore. I wanted to understand what it meant to be a protector who aids in the delivery of justice as part of the system.” Chandrachur Singh, Sachin Khedekar, Avijit Dutt, Shampa Mandal, Priti Shukla, Vibhor Mayank and Aditi Kanchan Singh are also a part of Bayaan. —ANI TRIBUNE PHOTOS: PRADEEP TEWARI Actress Huma Qureshi is quite excited about her police drama Bayaan, which will participate in Busan’s Asian Project Market. Directed by Bikas Ranjan Mishra, the film centres on a female detective investigating her first case in a small Rajasthan town. She faces significant challenges due to her opponent’s deep-rooted influence within the system, while also striving to live up to her father’s legendary reputation in law enforcement. On essaying the role of a cop in the film, Huma said, “I choose stories which resonate with me. I am always NIMRIT WITH GURU RANDHAWA c m y b with the contestants and celebrated the joy of music. This season of the show features the music composer duo Sachin-Jigar, mentoring alongside the talented composer-lyricist couple SachetParampara and the acclaimed singer-songwriter Guru Randhawa. The show is hosted by Vipul Roy and Salman Ali. Sa Re Ga Ma Pa airs Saturday and Sunday on Zee TV. Meanwhile, Vicky Vidya An extraordinary aerial show captivated the audiences at the Nexus Elante Mall on Saturday. The show was organised by the French Institute in India in collaboration with the Alliance Française network in India. The acclaimed French company Gratte Ciel, renowned for their acrobatic and meditative performances, presented RoZéO, a performance that stormed the opening of the Olympic Games in Paris, 2024. Two shows were held at 5 pm and 8 pm. RoZéO, created by Stéphane Girard and Camille Beaumier, with compositions by Pauline Frémeau and costumes by Anne Jonathan, stood as a unique living installation that encouraged viewers to observe and immerse themselves in the experience set against the backdrop of the sky. The swaying figures, gently perched on metal poles (six metres in height), moving as if guided by an invisible breath of wind. Accompanied by a live musician and a soundscape featuring electronic and field recordings, the 42minute performance created a contemplative atmosphere where art and nature intertwined. Following their Olympic performance, as part of the opening show curated by artistic director Thomas Jolly, the company has solidified its reputation for engaging communities with mesmerising productions that leave a lasting impact. Nexus Elante Mall in association with the Ambassade de France, Institut Français, and Alliance Ka Woh Wala Video is set in the late 1990s when the cassettes started phasing out and the CDs entered the Indian market. It shows the lead characters, played by Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, deciding to film their first night as a souvenir. It all seems fine until the CD in which they stored their video gets stolen along with the CD player. Produced under T-Series, Balaji Motion Pictures, Wakaoo Films and Kathavachak Films, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 11. — IANS Française Chandigarh, is also hosting a French Food and Cultural Fest on Saturday and Sunday at the Courtyard. The objective is to provide Tricity residents with a unique cultural and culinary experience that celebrates the rich heritage of France. TRIPTII DIMRI