28092025-LSTL-01.qxd 28-09-2025 00:27 Page 1 c m y b MISS WORLD FLAGS OFF PINK POWER RUN The second edition of Pink Power Run is all set to be held in Hyderabad on today. With an aim to raise awareness and support the fight against breast cancer, the marathon will commence at 5.30 am, drawing hundreds for a cause. TRIBUNE With love Life Nora Fatehi Shines in Rahul Mishra outfit Nora Fatehi brought her charm to Dubai, stepping out in a pink corsetted gown from Rahul Mishra’s Fresh collection, part of his Spring-Summer 2026 ready-to-wear line under the banner AFEW. Inspired by the humble Madras check and elevated with delicate dragonfly motifs and intricate embroidery, the collection reimagines heritage textiles through a contemporary, couture lens. Rahul Mishra, celebrated for dressing Hollywood icons like Zendaya, Cardi B and Gigi Hadid, continues to carve a global narrative with his designs. His UAE debut with Fresh not only showcased his refined craftsmanship but also underscored his ability to seamlessly blend tradition with modernity. And at the heart of this showcase stood Nora Fatehi — his perfect muse. Nora’s corsetted gown, paired with a checkered jacket, was a statement of strength, elegance and femininity. With her presence, she became the embodiment of Mishra’s vision, matching international glamour with her own signature allure. Over the years, Nora has transcended as an actor, singer and performer to emerge as a global sensation. Her presence in Dubai not only elevated Mishra’s showcase but also reinforced her position as one of the most dynamic cultural forces. Nora will be seen in the film, Kanchana 4. Lady Gaga has poured her heart out to celebrate her fiancé, Michael Polansky’s birthday on Saturday. The singer wrote, “Happy Birthday to my honey. I hope 42 is your best year yet. I am so proud of you every day and grateful.” LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 28 SEPTEMBER 2025 ‘Just the start, want to win many more’ R ANI MUKERJI is elated to have won her first National Film Award in her nearly threedecade-long career and hopes to win many more in the future. The 46-year-old was speaking at a media conclave on Friday when she was asked if the honour marked the culmination of her journey that began in 1996. “I would like to see it as an eternity. It keeps going, I wouldn’t like to say full stop because there’s lots more to do, many National Awards to win. Maybe this is just the start,” Mukerji said. Mukerji made her screen debut with the Bengali film Biyer Phool (1996) and went on to feature in blockbuster Hindi films such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Ghulam, Chalte Chalte, Saathiya, Hum Tum, Black, Mardaani and Hichki. She was conferred the Best Actress honour for her performance in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway by President Droupadi Murmu at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony on Tuesday. At the ceremony, Mukerji was seen wearing a gold chain with her daughter Adira’s name embedded on it. The actor said her nine-year-old daughter was keen to attend the function but was unable to due to protocol. “She was howling because she wanted to be part of the National Award function and we were told children under 14 are not allowed. I had to tell her she couldn’t be with me and she was like, ‘It’s so unfair because I’m the happiest that you won the award’. “She had also made a painting for me and I said, ‘Don’t worry, I’ll have you with me on this special day’. So, that was my way of having her with me,” the actor said. Mukerji admitted she was “disappointed” when she did not win the award for her portrayal of a deaf and blind young woman in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Black (2005), which also starred Amitabh Bachchan. The film, however, won three awards — Best Actor for Bachchan, Best Costume Design and Best Feature Film in Hindi. “I gave my all in Black, and I was only 25 at that time. There was chatter that I would win and when I didn’t, that’s when my blinkers came on. I thought, ‘Even when you do your best work, it might not always be in your favour’. “I told myself, don’t be disappointed, keep working hard, you need to do better, and I kept doing that,” she said. Mukerji is currently filming the third installment of the Mardaani franchise, slated for a 2026 release. —PTI Thamma trailer out Hello Knock Knock Kaun Hai— a thrilling ride The first look and trailer of Hello Knock Knock Kaun Hai, the much anticipated suspense thriller from Daya Shetty Productions, were unveiled today at a glittering launch in Mumbai. Hosted by dialogue writer and lyricist Suhail Abbasi, the event attracted a vibrant mix of film and television personalities, media and enthusiastic fans. The cast and crew shared lively anecdotes from the shoot, while fans queued for selfies, creating a warm, nostalgic buzz for the CID ensemble in attendance. Produced by Dayanand ‘Daya’ Shetty — loved by millions for his long running role on the television series CID — Hello Knock Knock Kaun Hai marks Shetty’s confident step into feature filmmaking under the Daya Shetty Productions banner. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Prabal Baruah, the film promises a taut blend of suspense, drama, mystery and psychological thrills. The ensemble cast includes Aditya Srivastava, Sonali Kulkarni, Barkha Bisht, Zarina Wahab, Lilliput and Saahil Uppal alongside Daya Shetty. The film is slated for release on November 7. Prabal Baruah, the director, described the suspense thriller as an ideal canvas for layered storytelling and atmospheric tension. Daya, the actor who doubles up as a producer, said, “With such a gripping narrative, it was natural for me to back up this project and I am quite satisfied with the outcome.” Presented by veteran movie trade analyst Girish Wankhede, Hello Knock Knock Kaun Hai will be distributed by UFO Moviez, with Pankaj Jai Singh representing the company at the launch. Hello Knock Knock Kaun Hai aims to make a compelling theatrical impression on November 7. Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna clash with Nawazuddin to protect their vampire love The much-awaited trailer of Ayushmann Khurrana and Rahmika Mandannastarrer Thamma is finally out. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma is the upcoming instalment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe after delivering successful films such as Stree, Stree 2 and Bhediya. The two-minute and twenty-foursecond trailer of the film offers a glimpse into the vampire love story between Rashmika Mandanna and Ayushmann Khurrana. The trailer opens with the introduction of Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Thamma, who announces his plan to transform humans into vampires to build an army that will rule humanity. With the sudden turn in events, Nawazuddin was captured and locked in a cave for 1000 years. Ayushmann unexpectedly meets Nawazuddin, after which he turns into a vampire, as per the trailer. It is followed by the appearance of Rashmika, who was seen holding Ayushmann on her back. In the trailer, Ayushmann was seen flexing his vampire powers, including jumping buildings and dislocating cars with one hand. According to the video, the movie is expected to showcase the intense love story between Ayushmann and Rashmika, as they were seen helping each other during a clash with Nawazuddin. Paresh Rawal has also impressed with his subtle comedy punches in the film. The Maddock Films shared the trailer of the film on their Instagram handle on Friday. Thamma will be released on Diwali. — ANI Ayushmann Khurrana and Shradha Kapoor at the trailer launch of Thamma c m y b