01042025-LSTC-01.qxd 4/1/2025 12:39 AM Page 1 c m y b SIKANDAR COLLECTS ~54 CR Sikandar, starring Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead, has crossed Rs 50 crore at the worldwide box office on its opening day, according to the makers. Directed by A R Murugadoss, the film is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. TRIBUNE On the go On the occasion of Eid, comedian-actor Kapil Sharma shared the first look poster of his film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. It’s the sequel of his debut film. CHANDIGARH | TUESDAY | 1 APRIL 2025 Sheer khurma, anyone? Actors from the entertainment industry give us a peek into their Eid celebrations E Sincerelysatvik If you are bored with the traditional Navratri thali, there are a few adventurous ones that give a modern twist to the vrat cuisine. Try out banana avocado kebabsand sumak ki idli… ID is all about praying, spending time with family and friends, spreading joy and gorging on delicious sheer khurma, biryani and kebabs! Wonder how our favourite celebrities celebrated? From cooking sheer khurma to soaking in the Eid vibes at Delhi’s Jama Masjid to catching up with loved ones, they did it all. Read on… DIVINE SHEER KHURMA Rukhsar Rehman Eid for me is all about love, family and celebration. A special Eid lunch at home Mona B ANANA avocado kebabs, sumak ki idli, vrat dosa to papaya halwa, the Navratri feast gets a little more special with Tricity chefs doling out lip-smacking delicacies. While the city has rich thali culture, almost every other restaurants offering falahari options, a few daring ones have reshaped the vrat menu. Executive Sous Chef Bhupinder at Ramada Plaza Whyndham, always on the lookout for innovative culinary delights, aims to elevate the festive dining experience during the Navratris. His menu offers refreshing change from the regular fare. With a focus on creating distinctive appetisers that align with the spiritual essence of the occasion, he has curated a delightful selection featuring Banana avocado kebabs and bheegi gujiya. The kebabs blend the earthy flavours of raw bananas with the creamy richness of avocado, making for a wholesome and satisfying bite. The bheegi gujiya, a creative twist on the traditional dish, is crafted solely from potatoes and contains no flour, making it ideal for those observing fasts. Together, these appetizers beautifully capture the spirit of Navratris,” says Chef Bhupinder. The recent entry into tricity’s foodscape, Malleshwaram, has on offer sumak ki idli and Navratri dosa, which is prepared with kuttu ka atta. Available in three versions – plain, masala and paneer, just like other dosas, it is the perfect choice to curb the hungry outbursts. While back in 2016, pizza giant Domino’s launched Navratri pizza combo that was without any onion, garlic or common salt. The crust was made with water chestnut (singhara) and white millet (samak) flour. Others experimented with Navratri tacos to gyozas back then. However, it’s back to good-old thali now. Sumit Mehra, manager at Sago-26, shares, “When it comes to fasting, one has to be very sensitive as not to hurt sentiments. Yeast is needed to make pizzas and eggs for pastas. So, we are offering thalis that offer traditional fare. Navratri calls for a celebration of flavours, devotion and pure indulgence and our special Navratri thali, crafted with love, brings you a wholesome and satvik experience—just the way tradition intended.” Kesar milk badam, sabudana alu tikki, coconut paneer curry, khatta meetha petha, tamatar alu rassa, samak ki khichadi, singhara kuttu ghee poori, sabudana papad, samak kheer and fruit platter – 10 delicacies come packed in Navratri meal at Jhumroo, Mohali. “Our food is prepared with lots of prayers and love, no wonder it’s being appreciated by our patrons,” says Chef Vikas Chawla. Kaccche kele ke kofte at Hyatt Centric, ajwain aloo at Mercure Chandigarh, singhara fritters at Jullundhar Restaurant -22, most eateries have something or the other vrat items on the menu. All CITCO hotels and restaurants — Mountview, Parkview, Shivalikview and Chef Lakeview — have their versions of Navratri thalis. Now dipping in traditional flavours or going the extra mile, it’s up to you to turn fasting to feasting! RUKHSAR REHMAN set the tone for the day. I indulged in my favourite Eid dish — sheer khurma. I made it myself and trust me, it was absolutely divine! LOVE, WARMTH & HAPPINESS Sumbul Touqeer Khan ZAIN IMAM ADIL HUSSAIN I am in my hometown Katni, Madhya Pradesh, celebrating Eid with my family, and there’s nothing more special than being home for festivals. The love, warmth, and happiness of being with family make Eid truly meaningful. Our celebrations started with prayers, followed by a grand feast. When it comes to food, sheer khurma is my ultimate favourite! A VISIT TO JAMA MASJID Zain Imam Eid is all about family, prayers and an elaborate feast! I am in Delhi and at home. Our celebrations started on Shab-E-Qadr (the 27th night of Ramadan). Every year, on this day my family prepares a meal for 300 people at a local masjid, which is an important part of our celebrations. For Eid namaz, I went to Jama Masjid—the food and atmosphere there are unmatched! My mother prepared a lavish spread. I love her sheer khurma—it’s my favorite Eid dish. My entire extend- SUMBUL TOUQEER KHAN ed family got together and enjoyed the delicious food. SPREADING JOY Zohaib Siddique I started my day by offering special Eid namaz. It’s a day to reflect, connect, and celebrate the blessings we have. After the prayer, I shared a meal with loved ones and enjoyed the festive atmosphere. For the rest of the day, I caught up with friends, and continued spreading joy, making the most of this special occasion. As I am working on ZOHAIB SIDDIQUE Shemaroo Umang’s show Main Dil Tum Dhadkan, I shared the festive spirit with my team and brought them sheer khurma. MISSING FLAVOUR Elnaaz Norouzi No festivities for the Sacred Games actress Elnaaz Norouzi, as she had to fly to London on Eid. Her shooting schedule for her upcoming project starts from today. Meanwhile, it's a quiet Eid celebration at home in Delhi for actor Adil Hussain. ELNAAZ NOROUZI Aamir Khan’s sweet gesture... No celebration is complete without your loved ones. On Eid, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan spent some quality time with his family members. He also stepped out of his residence with his sons Junaid and Azad to extend festive greetings to his fans and media. In the visuals captured by the paps, Aamir can also be seen sharing a warm hug with Junaid and Azad. The trio complemented each other in white kurta. The Fanaa star also brought smiles to the faces of the shutterbugs as he personally came to wish them Eid Mubarak and also distributed kaju katli to them. These fam-jam Eid moments of Aamir Khan left fans in awe. Meanwhile, on the work front, Aamir recently launched his own YouTube channel Aamir c m y b Khan Talkies, which reveals some behind-themoments and some unfiltered conversations of his films. In the coming months, Aamir will be seen in the film Sitaare Zameen Par. — ANI Let’s celebrate Actress Aditi Rao Hydari on Monday shared an adorable picture with her husband Siddharth, extending festive greetings to all. The image shows Aditi leaning on Siddharth’s shoulder as they posed for a selfie. “We dream laugh love and celebrate under the same sun moon and stars Ugadi subhakankshulu, Eid Mubarak, gudi padwacha shubhhechya,” she captioned the post. The couple, who began dating in 2021, tied the knot last year in the presence of close family and friends. Meanwhile, Aditi will soon be in a web series titled O Saathi Re, which also stars Arjun Rampal and Avinash Tiwary. Imtiaz Ali took on the role of creator, writer and showrunner as he recently announced the project. — ANI