21012025-LSTL-01.qxd 1/20/2025 7:57 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE TEASER OF DHOOM DHAAM OUT Life The teaser of action-comedy Dhoom Dhaam, which stars Yami Gautam and Pratik Gandhi, was unveiled on Monday. The teaser, shared on Netflix’ official Instagram account, gives a glimpse into the chaotic events. HOT PHOTO : HIMANSHU MAHAJAN WHAT’S eat TIME TO REBOOT R ludhiana EBOOT by Bistro Flam Bois has opened afresh in Ludhiana and given a progressive twist to classic cuisine. Several new dishes introduced in the menu honour tradition while embracing innovation. As the chef of the restaurant Chanchal Datta says, “The new menu is a curated journey through familiar flavours, elevated with creativity and passion.” He has worked for eight years in the best food chains of the US. Vishal Malhotra from Reboot Flam Bois said Hummus Bil Laham (Hummus with spicy mutton chunks and crisp pita bread), Hummus Bil Dajaj (Hummus with spicy chicken and crisp pita bread) Harissa Chicken (marinated chicken chunks in Harisa dressing with pita and Arabic salad), Hispanic Burritos (Mexican style burritos served with rice and beans, salsa, sour cream) are some of the newly introduced dishes, which are well-appreciated by the food lovers in the city. Besides, many new dishes have also been included in the latest menu of the restaurant. play CIRCLE OF LIFE Emotional This is Reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati has completed 25 years. During a special episode, a video plays for the show host, Amitabh Bachchan, which made him emotional. LUDHIANA | TUESDAY | 21 JANUARY 2025 BIGG! Mona Yeh trophy meri hai, aur main is trophy ka Karan Veer Mehra… the Bigg Boss 18 winner said loud and clear after a star-studded finale on Sunday. The actor got into Bigg Boss house soon after winning another major reality show, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. He claims to have entered the show sans any agenda, but found one soon enough. “In life we have Plan A and Plan B, but we only have one planet. Soon I realised and tried to ensure that no water, food or gas was wasted. I tried to teach and to a large extent was also successful in it. Many go with the basics, if we have it, we mustn’t waste it,” shared a jubilant Karan Veer Mehra. The win is yet to sink in and Mehra demands a few days to share how he feels about it, but he is smug enough to say that he always knew that he was going to win. “When I entered they introduced Vivian (Dsena) as the laadla of the house. No such claims were made for me, so that gave me direction first up.” Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra is ecstatic, as he proudly says, ‘I do not make mistakes, mistakes have made me’ Winners over the years BIGG BOSS 17 Munawar Faruqui BIGG BOSS 16 MC Stan BIGG BOSS 15 Tejasswi Prakash BIGG BOSS 14 Rubina Dilaik BIGG BOSS 13 Sidharth Shukla en, friends we choose. That said, the finale did Chum and Shilpa ji make him anxious. were as happy as I “Salman sir has this when I lifted the trohabit of taking one’s phy. I have had fun hand up and then down, inside the house and I was so nervous that I I look forward to you will see all of them even asked Vivian adha the positive aspects partying with me.” adha kar lein.” of life. I always say One thing he wishedActor Vivian Dsena whatever happens, happens for he could havedone was was the first runnersthe best. I’ve got so much love the chai patti task. up. YouTuber Rajal from people. They made me reach “Had I just done it, Dalal, a controversial the top two and I was one of the things would have been fitness influencer, different, or I could ended up in the third contending champions. have just conveyed that spot while the fourth VIVIAN DSENA I was angry, but what’s and fifth places were done is done. As I say, I won by TV actor do not make mistakes, misAvinash Singh and model Chum Darang, respectively. A total of takes have made me!” Yet to collect Rs 50 lakh as prize money, 23 contestants were part of the Bigg Mehra revealed that he was yet to even Boss 18 journey. take the cheque he won for Khatron Ke No foes, no regrets Khiladi. “I fund my staff’s kids’ educaOver a hundred days locked up in the tion. I am already doing it, some house, no phone but each other to speak of them really want to purto, and tasks that were simple, Mehra sue further educacomes out without any foes or regrets. tion, so I hope to While he makes sure to convey that provide Chum Darang and Shilpa Shirodka them made a special place in his heart, he was funds.” friendly with everyone. “Family is giv- SURPRISE, SURPRISE! Veer Pahariya, who is debuting in Hindi cinema with his role in Sky Force, dropped the first shocking elimination, leaving the finalists reeling. Right after, Salman Khan welcomed the old and new rookie chefs from the upcoming second season of Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment. The crescendo of surprises hit a new high as Aamir Khan made an appearance, stepping in to support his son Junaid’s film. The two Khans brought the house down by reviving their iconic banter from Andaz Apna Apna. A chandigarh RT curator Mehak Bhan is excited—it’s the New Year, and she has just opened the doors to a month-long debut solo exhibition in Tricity. Titled Circling Harmony, the exhibition will have on display exceptional art works by Jagannath Paul. Centered on Jagannath’s primary subject— man and woman—the collection, rendered on circular canvases, transcends the conventional boundaries of form and composition to symbolise eternal nature of love and togetherness. A product of Shantiniketan, Jagannath shares how, as a kid, it was painting and drawing the goddesses during Durga puja in West Bengal that instilled the love for art in him. His talent was soon recognised by filmmakers in Mumbai, and he moved base to Mumbai as a set designer for Rakeysh Om Prakash Mehra. “I did the set design for Rang De Basanti, Aks, Vashu Bhagnani’s Om Jai Jagdish, amongst many projects,” he shared. The exhibition is on till February 18 at 105 arts, Sector 11. For the last three months, every day has been about winning the trophy and now that it is with me, it all feels surreal. It’s incredible to have my sense of humour resonate with so many people and I’m humbled by the love.” KARAN VEER MEHRA love Aamir Khan and Salman Khan GOWN & GLORY Friendly gesture S TUDIO Himani Arora is known for its contemporary bridal styles. As Himani, a designer for the past 15 years, says, “We are increasingly embracing bold, artistic designs, with cocktail and reception gowns often featuring three-dimensional, asymmetrical layers. These gowns make a statement with textures and silhouettes that play with depth and movement. For instance, asymmetrical cuts can create a dramatic look, while layered details—like ruffles, tulle or pleats—add volume and dimension. Fabrics might be manipulated into floral appliqué, geometric patterns, or cascading folds, giving the gown a sculptural quality.” The use of intricate details such as 3D applique, sculpted fabrics, and dynamic draping makes each gown not just a piece of clothing, but an artistic creation—perfect for a bride who wants to make a statement at her reception. This modern approach allows brides to express a more fashion-forward aesthetic while remaining elegant for an intimate or celebratory reception. After Chris Martin said ‘Shah Rukh Khan forever’ during his performance in Mumbai, the Bollywood superstar has now come up with a reply for the Coldplay frontman and said that he is ‘one in a billion’. SRK took to his Instagram Stories, where he shared a video of Martin giving a shout-out to the Badshah of Bollywood and saying ‘Shah Rukh Khan forever’. “Chris martin forever and ever…” SRK wrote in the reply. SRK added, “Look at the stars…look how they shine for you…and everything you do! My brother Chris Martin you make me feel special…like your songs! Love you and a big hug to your team. You are one in a billion my friend. India loves u, @coldplay.” Apart from giving a cheer to SRK, Martin also spoke in Hindi for his fans and said, “Aap sabka bohot swagat hai. Mumbai mein aakar humein bohot khushi ho rahi hai.” The band includes frontman Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil Harvey. — IANS amritsar You are one in a billion—Shah Rukh Khan praises singer Chris Martin c m y b