22072025-LSTC-01.qxd 7/22/2025 12:23 AM Page 1 c m y b BASIC INSTINCT REBOOT Paul Verhoeven’s directorial Basic Instinct is being rebooted. The 1992 erotic crime thriller will receive an updated spin, to be written by the original screenwriter, Joe Eszterhas. The film will be released with Scott Stuber’s United Artists banner and Amazon MGM Studios. TRIBUNE Life Ram looks RUGGED Telugu superstar Ram Charan treated fans to a powerful new look for his upcoming film Peddi. The actor, who gained global fame with RRR, is currently shooting for the directorial of Buchi Babu Sana. On Monday, Charan took to Instagram to share a striking ‘changeover’ for the role. The picture showed him flaunting his sculpted arm, thick beard, and a man bun, highlighting his intense preparation for the film. Along with the picture, the actor added a caption that read, “Changeover for @peddimovie begins!! Pure grit. True joy.” Peddi stars Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu and Divyenndu in key roles. Earlier this year, a teaser titled Peddi It’s a wrap First Shot was released on Ram Navami. It featured Ram Charan in a rugged avatar, walking into a dusty field, lighting a beedi, and delivering the line: “I have only one life to live, and I want to make the most of it.” The film is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under the banner of Vriddhi Cinemas, with Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings as presenters. Directed by Uppena fame Buchi Babu Sana, the film stars Ram Charan in the lead and is set for a global release on March 27, 2026. —ANI Rishab Shetty has wrapped up filming ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’, the prequel to his 2022 film. Produced by Hombale Films, the movie is set to release worldwide on October 2. CHANDIGARH | TUESDAY | 22 JULY 2025 BO collection of Saiyaara crosses ~100 cr as FOMO on the film grips the nation Everybody loves a love story! Nonika Singh O N Day 1, Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara earned the title of biggest opener of debutants. By Day 2, the big screen debut of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda made a massive collection of Rs 46.63 crore. As the emotionally searing love story inches close to the Rs 100 crore mark, it not only has blockbuster written all over it, but also finding a place in the annals of cinematic history for more than boxoffice figures. Saiyaara is in the company of those rare gems which keep alive the hysteria we associate with Bollywood, especially love stories and especially in times when other love stories have simply not worked their magic. Love might have been the flavour of July. 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Trade analyst Sumit Kadel dubs Saiyaara, “A once in decade phenomenon, a departure from actioners, woke messaging and comedy, successfully tapping into audiences’ craving for pure romance.” The craze among viewers is unbelievable. Reel of a man watching the film, an IV drip in tow has gone viral. So has of another fan, in frenzied mode screaming on the floor. People are dancing, cheering, crying in cinema halls. Industry big wigs can’t stop raving about it. Karan Johar, a master of romance, writes, “Tears flowing and yet the feeling of immense joy… Joy for the fact that a love story has conquered the silver screen and made the nation fall in love.” Clearly lead actor Ahaan Panday’s cousin Ananya Panday is not the only one who cried unabashedly… audiences and reviews alike are talking of the film’s emotional tug of power lending weight to what Suri himself had said in his interview with The Tribune, “Often we overstate the importance of watching a film with head. But the body responds better.’ Come to think of it, the director who conquered hearts with Aashiqui 2 back in 2013 professed to being nervous prior to the release of the film. Indeed, Saiyaara didn’t come on the sails of hubris ‘oh we have done it’ or any publicity juggernaut. Calibrated PR strategy by producers Yash Raj Films kept the publicity interviews limited to the director Mohit Suri. The fresh pair was kept under the wraps, prompting filmmaker Sanjay Gupta to remark on X, “So, whoever took the decision at YRF to keep the lead pair of Saiyaara away from all the pre-release interviews, appearances and podcasts is a genius. They kept alive the freshness exclusively for the big screen. And look at how it’s worked.” Behind the unprecedented success of the film, noted producer Rahul Mittra can sense the “decimation of star system.” No wonder release dates of Maddock Films Param Sundari and Ajay Devgn’s Son of Sardaar 2 have been pushed ahead. Experts are calling it the Saiyaara effect. Yet, YRF is not taking any chances. Despite strong occupancy on weekday (Monday), the makers have embraced the cheaper ticket offers on Tuesday which have become a norm with cinema halls since April. Naysayers, however, can’t help but strike a dis-chordant note and smell a rat in the discounted price strategy. YRF had announced concessional ticket price for the morning shows early on. Actor Isha Koppikar on martial arts, mindful eating, & why discipline is her secret weapon Fit, fierce & focused Isha Koppikar, known for her roles in films such as Kyaa Kool Hain Hum, Krishna Cottage, Ek Vivaah Aisa Bhi, Shabri and Don, opens up about her fitness routine, diet principles and wellness mantra. What’s your daily fitness routine like? My fitness regimen is allencompassing. From weight training and cardio to martial arts, yoga and pilates — I include them all. I like to keep it varied and fun, which is why I never get bored of working out. It keeps me feeling fresh and energised. Do you follow a specific diet or nutrition plan? Yes, I’m a conscious eater and prefer to know exactly what I’m putting into my body. I avoid refined carbs such as white bread and biscuits, but I include millets, bajra, multigrain options, fruits, vegetables, curd, buttermilk, fish and egg whites. I also make sure to have a raw vegetable juice daily. How do you maintain your energy levels during long hours at work? I begin my day with over a litre of water to kickstart my metabolism and flush out toxins. Even during long 1012-hour shoot days, I manage power naps between shots, stay well-hydrated and eat light but frequent meals to sustain my energy. What’s your go-to meal for staying healthy and fit? A balanced plate works best for me. Breakfast typically includes egg whites and multigrain toast. Lunch is often jowar roti with sabzi, while dinner usually consists of fish and salad. Do you believe in cheat days? Absolutely! I believe balance is key. During festive seasons, I make sure to walk more than 10,000 steps a day to offset indulgences such as sweets — but I never completely deny myself.