05112025-LSTL-01.qxd 11/4/2025 11:35 PM Page 1 c m y b KEANU DOESN’T WATCH HIS FILMS Keanu Reeves, currently performing in Waiting for Godot on Broadway with longtime collaborator Alex Winter, shared that he rarely watches his old films, except when they appear while channel surfing. The duo, known for Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, reunited on stage after 35 years for the Broadway revival. TRIBUNE Moving on Dakota Johnson seems to be in a dating phase, five months after she reportedly broke up with Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. She has “slowly started dating again and she is happy.” LUDHIANA | WEDNESDAY | 5 NOVEMBER 2025 CHAT UP VICKY’S BIRTHDAY WISH FOR ‘MAATE’ As his mother, Veena Kaushal, turned a year older on Monday, actor Vicky Kaushal dropped an adorable post for her. “Happy Birthday Maate,” he captioned the post, adding a beautiful picture. In the candid image, Vicky is seen wrapping his arms around his mother as the two share warm smiles while watching the sunset together. Rewriting the floral script Flowers are no longer just prints, but powerful, sculptural statements both on and off the ramp Mona F LORALS have always been associated with femininity, grace and a certain romanticism, but in 2025, they’re evolving into something much more sophisticated and diverse. From Milan to Paris, florals made a significant statement this year— morphing into bold, avant-garde motifs, intricate textures and powerful designs that push the boundaries of what florals can represent in contemporary fashion. Whether Balenciaga’s striking floral appliqué crop top or the Chloé’s cheerful floral tops and dresses, Calvin Klein crop-top and shorts collection on the global runways, florals are popping everywhere. Closer home, Aisha Rao, the founder and creative director of her eponymous label, states, “Florals are timeless, but their relevance lies in how they’re reimagined. In our latest couture collection, Wild at Heart, we approached them through a more nuanced lens; where florals merge with fauna to create motifs that feel both organic and surreal. It’s about USEY KEHNA RELEASED A new song, Usey Kehna from Dhanush and Kriti Sanon-starrer Tere Ishk Mein, was released on Monday. Composed by the legendary AR Rahman, the song blends beautiful melodies with heartfelt lyrics that capture the ache of unrequited love. Nitesh Aher and Jonita Gandhi have lent their vocals to the lyrics penned by Irshad Kamil. balance and reinterpretation: bringing structure to something inherently delicate and finding new ways to express a classic idea. For us, florals work best when they feel instinctive — less about following a trend and more about reflecting one’s individuality.” For Wild at Heart collection, florals are carefully integrated into the garments with sculptural embroidery, creating 3D effects that mimic the organic shapes found in nature. The collection is a perfect representation of how florals can be both delicate and structured, wild yet controlled. Aisha’s reimagining of florals blends perfectly with the larger 2025 trend — one that embraces not just flowers, but nature in its entirety, from delicate petals to untamed vines. No longer just decorative patterns but complex, multi-dimensional and deeply symbolic, it offers a reflection of the ever-changing landscape of global fashion. From the bold, oversized blooms in Milan to the surreal dreamscapes in Paris, florals in 2025 are redefining their place in the fashion world. A RARE THROWBACK Arhaan Khan, son of former couple Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora, gave fans a glimpse into Bollywood nostalgia by sharing a rare photograph of actor Salman Khan with his father, veteran scriptwriter Salim Khan. Taking to Instagram, Arhaan shared a carousel of pictures, featuring moments from his relaxing getaway with friends. Amid the cheerful moments, he quietly included an old picture of Salman and Salim Khan, offering fans a heartwarming glimpse into the actor’s younger days. In the picture, Salman could be seen smiling and posing happily alongside his father. PTI Udit Narayan revisits Darr moment (L-R): RUKMINI SAHAY & NEIL NITIN MUKESH, URVASHI RAUTELA & POONAM DHILLON Grand reception for Birla heir TEJAL KULKARNI & VEDANT BIRLA The Birla family’s heir, Vedant Birla, recently tied the knot with Tejal Kulkarni, daughter of Sanjeev and Supriya Kulkarni, in an intimate ceremony held at the Birla Residence in Malabar Hill on November 2. Although the wedding was a private affair, Yash and Avantika Birla hosted a grand reception for the newlyweds the following evening on November 3. The lavish celebration took place at the Astor Ballroom in St. Regis, Lower Parel, and drew Mumbai’s most prominent personalities. The star-studded guest list included Bhumi Pednekkar, Poonam Dhillon, Urvashi Rautela, Neil Nitin Mukesh and his wife Rukmini Sahay, Aadar Jain and his wife Alekha Advani, Neelam Kothari among others. — TNS (L-R): NEELAM KOTHARI SONI, BHUMI PEDNEKKAR, ALEKHA ADVANI & AADAR JAIN c m y b Priyanka is the new serpent queen After months of wild speculation, fan theories and serpentine suspense, the veil has finally lifted! Colors reveals the much-anticipated face of Naagin 7, and it’s none other than the radiant and charming Priyanka Chahar Choudhary! It all unfolded on Colors’ Bigg Boss 19, in front of Salman Khan — the very stage that catapulted Priyanka to national fame when she emerged as one of the top three finalists in Season 16. The moment was packed with nostalgia and full-circle magic — a return to the show that made her a household name, now as the chosen one for one of Indian television’s most iconic roles. Priyanka shared, “I still remember the moment on Bigg Boss 16 when Ekta ma’am said she found her next Naagin — and to have her keep that promise and choose me for this legacy is truly an honour. I’ve always believed that some roles demand an actor to be more than a character — they challenge your strength, your range, and your spirit — and this one is exactly that for me. Taking charge of the Naagin universe is a huge responsibility, and I will do everything in my power to uphold it. To be revealed as Naagin in front of Salman sir and millions of viewers feels nothing short of destiny’s plan.” India’s most iconic singing reality show, Indian Idol, returns for a new season on Sony Entertainment Television, bringing a wave of nostalgia and melody under the heartfelt theme — Yaadon Ki Playlist reliving the songs from the 90’s era. The mentor host this season, Udit Narayana, while reliving his memories shared a memory that was a turning point in his life. Udit said, “Year 1993 was a turning point in my career. Yash Chopra sahab was directing Darr and they were looking for a voice that would suit the hero. Someone suggested, ‘Why not try the singer of Papa Kehte Hain and Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak?’ That’s how I got the call. I was thrilled that I never imagined I’d get an opportunity with Yash Chopra ji and Yash Raj Films. I recorded Jaadu Teri Nazar, initially thinking it was for Aamir Khan. Later, when Shah Rukh Khan came on board, everyone felt the voice fitted perfectly. That’s how I became part of the iconic film.”