15092026-LSTL-01.qxd 9/14/2026 11:31 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE RAMAYANA SONG OUT The makers of Ramayana have released the first track from their upcoming magnum opus on the occassion of Ganesh Chaturthi on Monday. The song is titled Jai Jai Ram. The song is composed by Oscarwinning musician AR Rahman. Tough times Life Sandra Bullock has opened up about the uncomfortable experiences she faced during the early years of her acting career, recalling that she encountered inappropriate demands during auditions. LUDHIANA | TUESDAY | 15 SEPTEMBER 2026 W HEN Bollywood’s leading ladies take a break from the silver screen, their vacation wardrobes transform world destinations into personal runways. From breezy tropical islands to vintage European streets, these style icons masterfully balance comfort with high-fashion flair. Here is a breakdown of how five Bollywood divas are setting major travel style goals across the globe. EFFORTLESS ISLAND CASUAL DE RAMON BRAD PITT AND INES Star-studded US Open final Embracing a laid-back, sun-kissed aesthetic, Triptii Dimri shows us how to nail effortless beachy minimalism. She layers an oversized, crisp white button-down over a cozy ribbed brown tank top, creating a soft neutral palette perfect for warm days. A vintage faded black baseball cap and classic round wire-rimmed sunglasses give the look an instant off-duty, sporty edge. It is a quintessential island ensemble. Vacation style files How Bollywood divas are elevating jet-set glamour Kapoor serves up a pastel pink athleisure moment. She pairs a crisp white crop tank with a pleated blush pink tennis skirt and a matching light jacket, topped off with a thick pink headband. The addition of an iconic pink luxury The US Open men’s singles final brought together some of Hollywood and the entertainment world’s biggest names at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Sunday. Actors Chris Pine, Brad Pitt, Pierce Brosnan, Rami Malek and Jeff Goldblum were among the celebrities spotted in the stands for the highly anticipated showdown between American Ben Shelton and Germany’s Alexander Zverev. Brad Pitt attended KRITI SANON MINIMALIST GLAM CHIC EUROPEAN ELEGANCE Shanaya Kapoor captures pure elegance against sleek architectural lines in a minimalist earthy outfit. She wears a floorlength sleeveless mocha maxi dress that hugs her frame in a fluid, minimalist silhouette. Adding a radiant metallic twist, she pairs the neutral dress with a woven gold clutch, statement gold earrings, and delicate strappy metallic heels. Stepping onto the streets of London, Sanskruti Jayana channels timeless sophistication with a modern twist. She wears an off-the-shoulder cream top paired with a flowing matching maxi skirt, creating a monochromatic silhouette that exudes quiet luxury. The ensemble is elevated with statement accessories, including a classic canvas shoulder bag, warm tinted sunglasses, and eye-catching patterned heels. It is the ultimate citystrolling look for taking in historic European architecture in style. PIERCE BROSNAN (R) shoulder bag and subtle gold jewelry completes this preppy, romantic ensemble. It is a fresh, youthful take on Mediterranean holiday dressing that feels equal parts sporty and refined. SANSKRUTI JAYANA VIBRANT TROPICAL BOHO LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA with his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, while songwriter and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda was also seen enjoying the action. Alexander Zverev of Germany got the better of Shelton, claiming the title in a hardfought final. The victory marked Zverev’s second Grand Slam triumph of the 2026 season. The star-studded crowd added extra glamour to an already high-profile sporting occasion at the US Open. — TNS EMILIE AND JEFF GOLDBLUM Kriti Sanon brings high-voltage energy to her getaway in a striking emerald green co-ord set. The ensemble features a flowing long-sleeve crop top paired with a ruched, thigh-high slit skirt, complemented by a floorsweeping sheer cape that catches the breeze. Styled with metallic bangles, yellow nails, and soft brown-tinted sunglasses, this look strikes the perfect balance between boho flair and glamorous resort wear. Set against a backdrop of sunlit cacti and rustic textures, she effortlessly commands attention. KHUSHI KAPOOR PLAYFUL ITALIAN PREPPY Channeling playful summer romance on the Italian coast, Khushi TRIPTII DIMRI SHANAYA KAPOOR NonikaSingh Faith can move mountains, but can it fill cinema halls? Most sceptics think, or at least thought, otherwise, until stupendous success of Hanuman Ansh, which has crossed over ~200 crore on box office, proved otherwise. The first part of the trilogy on the life and teachings of the much revered Neem Karoli Baba had no takers right from its very inception. OTT platforms refused to back it, Bollywood turned a blind eye. But nothing deterred the film’s director Vishal Chaturvedi and more importantly 21-year-old producer Anupriya Nagar, who put her money where her heart is. As a rule, critics dumb down biopics when the tone is expectedly reverential. Considering the spiritual weight of the subject, reviewers opted for the safer route and all but ignored the film. Add to it the lack of marketing budget and Hanuman Ansh almost tanked. But the film on miracles of the guru became a miracle in itself. Word of mouth publicity spread like wildfire. Instagram was and continues to be inundated with laudatory posts, proving once again audience is the real kingmaker and its they and they alone who get to choose which film will be crowned numero As the film sets a record for becoming the most profitable film of 2026, Bollywood biggies are calling it ‘a crucial case study for the Indian film industry’ uno. A quick recovery, re-release in theatres which had bid it goodbye, and today the film not only owns the record of being the most profitable film of 2026 but is being released internationally by Hombale Films which backed films like KGF and Kantara. Bollywood, which understands only the bhaasha of success, has woken up too. The first to appreciate it was director Aditya Dhar, the director of Dhurandhar, whose many records the film is, interestingly, knocking down. Last heard in the fifth weekend, it had collected ~49.25 crore, beating the original Dhurandhar fifth-weekend total of ~33.25 crore. Varun Dhawan posted a video praising the film’s ethereal quotient. Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar reviewed the film and wrote effusively, “pure cinematic magic” and called it “a crucial case study for the Indian film industry.” Seriously, what is it about Hanuman Ansh that has captured people’s imagination? Naysayers might be tempted to REWIND & RAMBLE pin it down to the heightened religious atmosphere prevailing in the country. Indeed, religious subjects work every now and then. Now convicted Gurmeet Ram Rahim’s cinematic exercises in self-aggrandizement too won his band of faithfuls and though badly made, his films were never short of audiences. One has personally been witness to Gurdwaras swarming with devouts as half-baked films on Sikh philosophy were screened two decades ago. Indeed, there is no undermining the power of faith. But the truth like Hanuman Ansh’s unimag- inable stint on box office is much bigger than that. Cynics will continue to churn out lame excuses. Remember the selective outrage when Dhurandhar roared and attributed its magical run to its progovernment slant. Indeed, both films can’t be compared on any meter. Except that whenever a film is made with honesty and complete conviction, be it mega budgeted Dhurandhar or Hanuman Ansh made with a measly ? 2 crores, it’s bound to touch hearts. As international filmmaker Ben Rekhi said in an interview to us, “Cinema is indeed the business of emotional storytelling.” And we Indians, by and large are sentimental fools; anything that touches our hearts becomes our Mecca. Karan Johar knew it and the ‘three hankie maker’ mastered the art and made us weep copiously in film after film. Hanuman Ansh, of course, moves one step further and reaches out to our souls in the most tender and truthful c m y b manner. Yes, those looking for logic are bound to be dismayed by the unfolding of Neem Karoli Baba’s ceaseless miracles on screen. Yet, they are outranked by those on the other side who swear by the experience the film offers. Clearly, spirituality can’t be manufactured or faked… no doubt both the director and producer, are followers. Perhaps, the saatvik atmosphere prevalent on the sets where shooting began and ended with chanting of Hanuman Chalisa gave the film its spiritual edge. More recently, the director has confessed how while writing the film, he ensured no digital devices were around him. Today, miracle of miracles it’s on the same digital platforms that the film is finding its biggest OMG moments. Songs like ‘ Jab zid pe aa gai Parvati…’ sung by Sadhu Tewari are going viral. The lead actor Shobhinav Satya has become one of country’s most recognisable faces. He has played the saint with so much conviction that viewers can’t help but bow down to touch his feet in theatres where the cast has made surprise appearances. Indeed, Hanuman Ansh has become a classic case of art becoming one with the makers’ belief. As St Augustine said, ‘Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.’ Only, right now audiences are both seeing and believing. PHOTO: ASHWANI DHIMAN Hanuman Ansh: A cinematic miracle Festive fervour Shivani Bhakoo Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations began across the country with devotees welcoming Ganpati Bappa into their homes, workplaces and temples with religious fervour. The festival, which began today, will continue until September 25. Devotees offered prayers, marking the auspicious beginning of the festivities. All major markets were abuzz with activity as they were stocked with Ganpati idols, traditional attire and accessories for the deity, clothes, modaks and other items associated with the festival. In Ludhiana, markets remained jam-packed as residents stepped out to purchase idols according to their budgets. A majority of devotees preferred ecofriendly Ganesha idols made of clay, reflecting a growing inclination towards traditional and environmentally conscious celebrations. In the morning the devotees were seen carrying the idols of Lord Ganesha to their homes. The devotees sang bhajans, showered the rose petals on the idol, danced to the tunes of bhajans and distributed sweets and other eatables to the guests. Some devotees will keep Ganesha for one day, some for five days and many others for all the 10 days. And during these days, prasad will be offered to the Lord.