01012025-LSTC-01.qxd 12/31/2024 8:23 PM Page 1 c m y b MIRA RAJPUT IS READY TO FLY Mira Rajput recently took to social media to share a heartfelt video reflecting on the year 2024 while eagerly anticipating what’s to come in 2025. Her caption read “2024 was the year for new beginnings, family & a dream. 2025, I’m ready to fly.” TRIBUNE Look ahead Jennifer Lopez has shared a video looking forward to a brighter year ahead. "What a journey this has been. I honestly feel that the best is yet to come," she shared. CHANDIGARH | WEDNESDAY | 1 JANUARY 2025 2025 I will... From personal growth to career milestones, celebs reveal their New Year resolutions Mona My resolution is to expand my creative boundaries, experiment with new styles and fusion choreography. I am looking forward to partner with musicians and other dancers to create unique forms. Gagan Kaur, choreographer ON A SONG My New Year resolution for 2024 was to get back in shape. Though I’m binging now during the holiday season, for most of the year I have eaten healthy and been consistent with workouts and happy to have met my goal. In 2025, my resolution is to release more songs! Though I perform live frequently, I have been doing one or two song releases per year. I received lots of love for my latest release Sajna Badal Gaya and that’s motivated me to put more of my music out there. Given that I sing different genres of music, I want to bring out the best of each genre and hence am aiming for 8-10 good releases in 2025. — Jashan Bhumkar, singer, entrepreneur POSITIVE IMPACT My focus for 2025 is to continue evolving, not just as an actor but as an individual while staying committed to self-improvement every GRATITUDE! I am putting my all to prep for my next role in the New Year. I am going to grow a beard. My New Year resolution for 2024 was to give my best to everything and be content. This served me very well, and I will carry on with it in 2025 too, trying to do better in every walk of life, while remaining grateful for every success. – Kartar Cheema, actor single day. In 2025, my goal is to expand my horizon and achieve greater milestones. Reflecting on 2024, I accomplished a variety of things and aim to carry the same positivity into the New Year. — Simaran Kaur, actress BRING ON THE CHALLENGES I visit the temple in my hometown with family on January 1 every year, seeking blessings for the New Year. My resolution for 2025 is to take on more challenging roles as an actor and explore different genres. I plan to celebrate New Year’s Eve with close friends and family, reflecting on the past year and looking forward to the new one. — Aadesh Chaudhary, actor FOR A HAPPY MIND I believe in keeping resolutions but I need somebody to motivate me to achieve them. For the coming year, my resolution will be to stay fit and healthy and take care of my mental health and stay optimistic. I’m hoping that I meet the goal. — Shivangi Verma, actress BALANCING IT OUT For 2025, I want to take out more time for travel while balancing it out with work. Life is too short to keep postponing things you love to do. — Rinku Ghosh, actress A BETTER VERSION For me, 2025 is all about exploring uncharted territories, both in my career and within myself. I want to take on roles that challenge me, surprise my directors, and leave audiences intrigued. This year taught me the importance of self-reflection, and next year, I want to strengthen that foundation. It’s not just about work; it’s about becoming a better version of myself. — Eijaz Khan, Actor LET’S RAGE 2025 2024 was all about grit, grind and growth. Purpose and perseverance have always led my way, and I aim to be intentional about amping the energy up and dreaming bigger... Let’s rage 2025! — Anil Kapoor, Actor HEALTH MATTERS I don’t hate you, 2024, but you were a difficult year, full of challenges, changes and learning. You showed me that life can change in the blink of an eye and taught me to trust myself more. But, above all, you made me understand that my health—whether physical, emotional, or mental—is what really matters. There are things I still can’t understand, but I believe that with time, I will understand the reasons and purposes of everything that happened. — Malaika Arora, Actress c m y b nA healthy body is the foundation of a good life. This year, I am committing to eating wholesome, nourishing foods and incorporating regular exercise into my routine. My goal is consistency, not perfection. n Our minds often bear the brunt of stress, overwork, and negativity. This year, I resolve to be mindful of what I feed my mind. I will read more books, engage in stimulating conversations, and spend less time scrolling through social media. n This year, I want to do things that truly satisfy my soul. Whether it’s spending time with loved ones, helping someone in need, immersing myself in nature, or pursuing a creative hobby, I aim to nourish my spirit. n To make all of this actionable, I will break my resolutions into small, manageable goals. I’ll start by setting weekly or monthly targets, tracking my progress, and celebrating small victories along the way. Most importantly, I will allow myself grace when I falter— because self-compassion is essential for sustained growth. n My New Year resolutions are not just about being good or doing good — they are about being intentional, consistent, and kind to myself. Here’s to a New Year filled with action, growth, and purpose! — Bhaavna Arora, author ISTOCK N In focus A SHOT AT FUSION EW YEAR resolutions are a wonderful convention, offering us a chance to reset and refocus. While most resolutions revolve around being good and doing good, the bridge between taking a pledge and making it real is action. The focus on actionable steps is what make a resolution come true! Celebs tell us about their resolutions for 2025 and how to intend to pursue it.