03112024-LSTC-01.qxd 02-11-2024 20:20 Page 1 c m y b FAUJI 2 TRAILER OUT In a spectacular birthday treat for Shah Rukh Khan, the creators of Fauji 2 have unveiled an exhilarating trailer that showcases a fresh cast ready to revive this iconic series. With the series set to premiere on Doordarshan this November, anticipation is building among fans eager for a modern twist on a beloved classic. TRIBUNE In talks Life Hollywood star Tom Cruise, who was last seen in Mission: Impossible 7, is currently in early stage of talks with Paramount for a sequel to Days of Thunder. LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 3 NOVEMBER 2024 On Bhai Dooj, celebs talk about the bond with their siblings and how they plan to celebrate the day Dear bro, we rock! Mona Singham Again, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 roar at BO This festive season, the audience saw a major clash between Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 at the box-office. Surprisingly, both films registered a bumper opening. However, Singham Again showed a lead over Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. As per trade expert Taran Adarsh, Rohit Shetty’s directorial Singham Again raked in Rs 43.70 cr. On the other hand, Anees Bazmee’s film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 minted Rs 36.60 crore. On Singham Again’s historic Diwali opening, Jyoti Deshpande, President, Media and Content business, RIL, stated, “We promised audiences a mass entertainer perfect for Diwali celebration with the entire family and that’s exactly what we delivered. Singham Again is a star-studded spectacle tailor-made for a big screen theatre experience and fans of the franchise have made it the number one choice this festive weekend.” Singham Again, a cop drama, features Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, Jackie Shroff and Ranveer Singh. Salman Khan has a cameo in the film, which is directed by Rohit Shetty. Meanwhile, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 raked in Rs 36.60 crore on its opening day. This horror-comedy not only outperformed expectations but also marked a significant milestone in Aaryan’s career, surpassing his previous best opener, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which earned Rs 14.11 crore. Headlined by Kartik Aaryan, the film also stars Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit Nene and Triptii Dimri. It’s a horror-comedy, set in Kolkata. According to trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film has ‘turned out to be a huge success, exceeding all expectations and calculations by a significant margin’. The film’s opening day success is a personal triumph for director Anees Bazmee, who also celebrated his best debut at the box-office with this project. This marks the third successful horror-comedy release of 2024, joining the ranks of Munjya and Stree 2, setting a promising trend for more films in this genre in the future. — ANI F ESTIVE season is the one to pause, make time for your loved ones, come together and give your bonds a new lease of life. Diwali fervour has paved way to siblings’ celebrations. On the occasion of Bhai Dooj, celebs share how they celebrate the day. SOURCE OF STRENGTH Jonita Doda finds in her brother Harshdeep not just a brother, but also her closest ally, business partner and biggest supporter. Someone that she can always count on, whether it’s in life or work. “There’s an unspoken understanding between us — we both know we’ll be there for each other no matter what. His presence gives me strength and a sense of security,” says Jonita. She starts the day with aarti and applying a tilak on her brother’s forehead, and prays for his long life. Harsh gives her a gift, which always comes with a personal touch, reminding her of their unique bond. The day usually ends with a family meal — good food, laughter and a lot of childhood memories. They find their biggest strength in complementing each other, especially when it comes to managing their ventures. “We bring different skills and perspectives to the table — Harsh has a calm and analytical mind, while I bring creativity and spontaneity. This balance allows us to work harmoniously. Plus, the trust we share is rock solid, and that’s the foundation of everything we do together,” she shares. BRINDA DAHAL AND VIGYAAN AAYUSHI AND ROHIT BHAVE ❝ Bhai Dooj is a perfect reminder for us to pause, celebrate and cherish this journey we’ve shared. At the end of the day, we’re each other’s biggest cheerleaders and that’s what matters the most.❞ JONITA DODA HARSHDEEP AND JONITA DODA COUNTING ON HIM For Aakhri Dastak actress Aayushi Bhave and her brother Rohit, both Rakhi and Bhai Dooj are celebrated at their mama’s place. All the cousins meet and enjoy together. “My generation and my mother’s generation all come together on this special festival,” shares Ayushi. “My nani ji cooks amazing lunch for all of us. It is our very special, core childhood memory,” she shares. A surprise lunch date with her brother to a particular restaurant that he wanted to go for a long time is on the cards this year! PROUD OF MY SUCCESS to ❝ This year due wework commitments, preponed Bhaiya Dooj to a day prior. Ours is a bond like no other. In a normal gettogether, people get a shock seeing us talking and laughing like we do. My brother is my secret admirer and very proud of my success. ❞ ❝ Siblings are the only people who witness your life closely. We might try to hide a few things from our elders, but with a sibling it’s like ‘us versus the world’. I can always count on my brother.❞ BHAWANA ANEJA AAYUSHI BHAVE LASTING MEMORIES Megha Barsenge actress Neha Rana and her cousin brother Abhijit make sure they spend quality time enjoying each other’s company, while also exchanging gifts as a token of love. “Celebrating Bhai Dooj gives me a sense of joy and connection. It’s a special time to strengthen family bonds and create lasting memories.” Neha recalls the times when she would be snatching the TV remote during movie nights the most! “I miss those days and now we are cities apart,” she says. ❝A unique aspect of my bond with my cousin brother is the blend of friendship and family. We can relate to each other not just as relatives, but as friends who understand each other’s quirks and personalities.❞ NEHA RANA NEHA RANA AND ABHIJIT LITTLE ANGEL Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya actress Brinda Dahal and her brother Vigyaan celebrate Bhai Dooj traditionally. “In Nepal, much like India, there’s a tradition where we worship our brothers. We sprinkle water on them and apply a colourful tikka on their foreheads. It’s a fun celebration and brothers often give us gifts,” shares Brinda. Her brother is much younger to her, but has added a playful side to their bond. “Childish behaviour can sometimes be positive because it doesn’t always indicate a problem. Our strength lies in the fact that we genuinely care for one another. Even though he is young, he knows how to support and care for me, which is sweet,” she says proudly. This year, Vigyaan is visiting India after one-and-ahalf years, and Brinda is really happy. “I’ve missed him a lot, and I’m a bit nervous about how he will feel visiting my set,” she says. ❝ The more we argue, the more our love grows. There’s a significant age difference between us, but that doesn’t change how much I care for him.❞ Fashion industry, Bollywood stars, including Sushmita Sen, mourn the demise of designer Rohit Bal Noted Indian fashion designers, including Sabyasachi Mukherjee, JJ Valaya and Gaurav Gupta, as well as Bollywood celebrities, like Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Anil Kapoor, have condoled the death of renowned designer Rohit Bal. Bal, one of India’s most celebrated fashion designers, died on Friday at a South Delhi hospital following a heart attack. He was 63. Sabyasachi, one of the most influential designers in India, expressed admiration for Bal, and said, “Rest in peace, Rohit Bal. You were much loved and admired by all of us at Sabyasachi.” Designer JJ Valaya bid adieu to his friend and wrote on Instagram, “Goodbye my friend.” Gupta posted a picture with Bal and wrote, “Forever, Gudda.” Bal was fondly called Gudda by his friends and contemporaries as well as many top stars in Bollywood. Designer Masaba Gupta wrote, “RIP 1961 to 2024.” In October this year, Bal presented his col- Final goodbye lection at the Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI 2024 grand finale, where Ananya Panday was the show-stopper. Panday posted a picture from the show and said, “Gudda, On Shanti.” Sushmita Sen, a prominent figure in the entertainment world, shared a touching tribute for Bal. She posted a photograph of the two of them walking the runway together, “What an indomitable spirit & what a pioneer!! Rest in peace #rohitbal,” she wrote. “Gone too young. Rest peacefully #RohitBal,” actress Priyanka Chopra said on her Instagram Stories. Filmmaker Karan Johar wrote on Instagram that he wore an outfit designed by Bal for the Diwali festivities at his residence. Actor Anil Kapoor remembered Bal as a ‘true artist and visionary’. “He crafted iconic costumes for a song in Nayak and brought unmatched creativity to Indian fashion always. His legacy will live on. Rest in peace,” he said. Sonam Kapoor too penned a heartfelt tribute for Bal. She also posted a series of pictures where she is seen wearing Bal’s creations on the runway. Actor Arjun Rampal fondly remembered his brother Bal, whom he called Ratty. “My dearest brother Ratty, I am stunned that you left us so soon. This is devastating for all the hearts you touched and there were so many. I know you loved life so much, right now your biggest concern would be c m y b your wonderful boys and Komal. Will always have their backs my friend. You bring the heavens down. RIP @rattysood,” the actor wrote. Kareena Kapoor Khan shared the designer’s picture from his young days when he would also work as a model and added heart emojis on the post. Aditi Rao Hydari posted, “Rest in style, Rest in beauty”. Actor Sidharth Malhotra paid a tribute on Instagram. He wrote, “Deeply saddened by the loss. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti.” Fashion Development Council of India (FDCI) president Sunil Sethi confirmed Bal’s death on Friday evening. Bal was admitted to Aashlok Hospital in Safdarjung Enclave and was being treated by Dr Alok Chopra, Sethi said. “He had a cardiac arrest... heart failure. Rohit was a legend, we are completely shaken right now. We are trying to work out details for the cremation tomorrow,” he said. — PTI BRINDA DAHAL TRADITIONAL FERVOUR Bhai Dooj is traditional ❝our household. I don’t in eat till I don’t do the tilak ceremony with my brother. I pray for his long and healthy life. ❞ ANUPAMAA SOLANKI GREAT BONDING Bhai Dooj is fun. All of us ❝cousins gather together, perform rituals and spend rest of the day watching movies, traveling, or going to an amusement park, if it’s planned that way. Sibling bond means sharing small secrets and teasing each other.❞ MEGHA SHARMA