11072025-LSTC-01.qxd 7/10/2025 11:25 PM Page 1 c m y b NO EXIT FROM NO ENTRY 2 Through a humurous vlog posted on Instagram Diljit Dosanjh confirmed he remains a part of No Entry 2. Reports recently suggested the singer-actor exited the project due to creative differences with producer Boney Kapoor and director Anees Bazmee. TRIBUNE Life Annu’s suhaana safar Mona A ctor-anchor Annu Kapoor showcased his quintessential Punjabi spirit as he quoted Bulleh Shah , was honest and upfront, on Thursday as he spoke at Chandigarh Press Club’s ‘meet and greet’ celebrating its 45 years! He spoke of his humble beginnings, on how he had to give up his IAS dreams to start working in his father’s drama company. Something that started as a matter From humble beginnings to national acclaim, a heartfelt story of passion & perseverance of survival led to his stint at the National School of Drama, paving way to further struggles in Mumbai. With two National Awards to his name and the acclaimed Suhaana Safar with Annu Kapoor under his belt, he insists inspiration comes from the people around him. “I observe real life, learn from everyone, but I’m not influenced by any actor.” Making a distinction between a hero and a character actor, he explains how ‘heroes’ thrive on their style and character actors on power of their ability to lend a semblance of reality. His given name was Anil Kapoor but when he entered the industry, there was already a hero with the same name and thus he took the name ‘Annu’. “One might be a great character actor but in our industry, hero se chota hi rahta hai.” He might not have come as a ‘hero’ It’s a wrap on screen, but his actual love life is filmy to the core. He remembers the first time he met his wife. “It was the March 31, 1992, I met her at five in the evening. By 5.35, I had proposed to her!” They got married in 17 days! Over three decades between them, he jokes, “She is just waiting for me to drop dead before she can head back to America.” Shayar to Annu hain and he regaled those present with some shayari, a few songs and more anecdotes. While people know about his acting signing skills, that his directorial won a National Award is a fact not so known. Abhay — The Fearless is a children’s film starring Nana Patekar, Benjamin Gilani and Moon Moon Sen. The film won the Best Children’s Film at the 42nd National Film Awards. Vicky Donor won him a National Award as the Best Supporting Actor much later. He continues to work. If 2024 saw five releases, including Hamare Baarah and Shaitaan, 2025 sees the release of the third outing of Jolly LLB. Turning 71, he holds the enthusiasm of a young at heart and continues to act and win his fans with Suhaana Safar With Annu Kapoor. Hosting shows round the world, his zest to continue is infectious. He makes a stark distinction between success and talent through a story. “Once a very talented man met the goddess of fame and fortune. He asked her why she keeps the company of mediocre folks. ‘When will you see me?’ he asked. And she answered, ‘I see geniuses in their grave!’” He laughs out loud at his own story, wishing more than once, “Next life, I need zero talent but super good looks!” Actor Tiger Shroff has finished shooting for the fourth installment of Baaghi film franchise. The 35-year-old actor shared the news in a post on his social media handles. CHANDIGARH | FRIDAY | 11 JULY 2025 GURU’S LESSON THAT CHANGED LIFE On the occasion of Guru Purnima, Annu Kapoor listed a whole lot of geniuses from varied fields whom he counts as his gurus, right from Einstein to Nikola Tesla. He narrated an incident as a tribute to his teacher, and a lesson he holds close to his heart. When in class ninth, his science teacher asked the class about Newton’s three laws of motion. When the class could only list the first and third, his teacher asked Annu. The look of dejection that Annu saw in his teacher’s eyes when even he couldn’t tell the second, killed something inside him. “I went crying back to hostel, understood the three laws — specially the second and took to my heart our teacher’s dictum – to understand before trying to remember it. Then on I have learnt not just from science’s big masters but also from our Upanishads, from Bulleh Shah to Kabir.” UNSCRIPTED & UNAPOLOGETIC Though Annu Kapoor admits he sees no films, listens to no TV debates and reads no newspapers, he answers any question posed to him happily. On Diljit Dosanjh working with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, he goes, “Diljit is a very successful man, he should have known better not to.” He also addressed his 2012 film Gali Gali Chor Hai that had a dance number with a Pakistani actress Veena Malik. “I stick to my 2012 stance – the current situation between the two countries is not harmonious, so please excuse us, we cannot work together!” On the language issue arising in the country, he goes, “I speak Punjabi and Marathi but even if I or someone cannot, this is not a reason for violence, law must take its course.” BIRDS UNCAGED Viktor & Rolf’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection, titled Angry Birds, debuted at Paris Couture Week. Unrelated to the mobile game, the collection used birds as a dramatic motif, featuring paired looks of vibrant, feather-adorned garments alongside simpler counterparts. Collaborating with milliner Stephen Jones, the duo introduced striking headpieces, blending extravagance and restraint in a theatrical, avant-garde display. Chitrangda joins Galwan PHOTO: PRADEEP TEWARI Actress Chitrangda Singh on Thursday joined the cast of Battle of Galwan, the upcoming war drama set to be headlined by Salman Khan. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia of Shootout at Lokhandwala fame, the film is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between Indian and Chinese armed forces. The confrontation, fought without a single bullet being fired, resulted in the deaths of 20 Army personnel and was one of the most serious military stand-offs between the two countries in decades. Set over 15,000 feet above sea level, the battle is portrayed as a testament to India’s spirit, according to the filmmakers. — PTI Where every scoop stirs memories of childhood summers and sticky fingers Chandigarh’s YatheshtPratiraj Phool When the Chandigarh heat hits that sticky peak and the breeze forgets to show up, there’s only one thing on your mind. Ice cream. Cold, creamy, unapologetically indulgent ice cream. Where gelato gets serious Okay, if you only make one stop on this ice-cream pilgrimage, make it Mozimo. Tucked into a quiet stretch of Sector 9, this place is not your average dessert joint. It’s creamy Italian craftsmanship in a cup — or better, a cone. And not just any cone. Here’s a little secret: get the gelato in their house cone. No questions. Just trust me. There’s a silky plug of milk chocolate at the very bottom — like the surprise twist at the end of a really good movie. Except edible. Their Pistachio gelato? Made with actual pistachios. Not flavouring, not some green syrup nonsense. Real. Pistachios. Tiramisu and Belgian Chocolate are crowd favourites too — rich, layered and honestly, kind of dangerous if you’re trying to be “moderate.” c ne-quest Located in Sector 10 (with whispers of a growing fanbase in Mohali), Peggy’s is small but packed with personality. Their Salted Caramel? Sweet, salty and silky enough to make you pause mid-scroll. And Biscoff — oh man — like eating cookie butter out of a dream. What sets Peggy’s apart is that sweet spot between quality and curiosity. The place itself doesn’t make a big fuss. You walk in, you order, you leave with the kind of ice cream that melts just a bit too fast — Bold flavours, big fans Now, if Mozimo is your refined Italian uncle, Peggy’s is your cool cousin who just got back from culinary school. c m y b and that’s part of the charm. It’s your midweek pick-me-up, your “treat yo’ self” moment after a long class or a rough day at work. Chocolate with a capital C Here’s a spot for the unapologetically cocoaobsessed. Get Desserted may not be big on space, but it makes up for it with bold, deep flavours. And let’s talk about their Madagascar Chocolate — dark, rich and complex enough to make your usual choco-chip taste like it belongs in the kids’ section. Unlike the others, Get Desserted isn’t about the vibe or the setting. It’s more of a grab-and-go situation, but what you’re grabbing is a dessert that means business. If you’re the kind of person who measures quality by how long the taste lingers on your tongue — this is your jam. Or your ganache. You get the idea. Still swirling You know how some places are so tied to a city’s DNA, they’re almost like landmarks? That’s Softy Corner. It’s been around since the ‘80s, nestled in the pedestrian heart of Sector 17, serving up soft serves to three generations and counting. You can still get your classic swirl, but if you’re feeling adventurous, there’s caramel popcorn sundaes, Snickers-loaded soft serves as well as cheesy fries. Don’t be surprised by the queue; it’s part of the experience. There’s music playing, friends hanging out and that unmistakable feeling of summer holiday evenings — even if it’s just a regular Tuesday night. Softy Corner isn’t trying to be trendy. It just is. Timeless, chaotic, joyful. The kind of place where your nostalgia gets a sugar rush. Scoop strategy If you’re really committed (and honestly, why wouldn’t you be?), try a mini ice-cream crawl. Start with Mozimo before sunset— when the lighting’s perfect and the pistachio hits just right. Swing by Peggy’s for a caramel-kissed second round. Grab a chocolatey pick-me-up from Get Desserted and then wind things down with a softy cone under Sector 17’s neon signs. Because sometimes, the best way to understand a city isn’t through its monuments — but through its desserts. So go ahead. Grab a cone. Let it melt a little. Lick fast. Laugh harder. Chandigarh’s frozen heart is waiting.