24072025-LSTC-01.qxd 7/23/2025 9:17 PM Page 1 c m y b ED SHEERAN ON LOOP British singer Ed Sheeran has announced his new LOOP tour, which will kick-start in January 2026. Sharing details about the tour, Ed, in an Instagram post, wrote, “Starting a brand new tour next year called the LOOP tour. New stage, new tricks, new set up, new songs and all the classics added in.” TRIBUNE On board Life Shakira and The Weeknd have come on board to headline the 2025 Global Citizen Festival. The festival will take place at Central Park’s Great Lawn on September 27. LUDHIANA | THURSDAY | 24 JULY 2025 Charm unveiled! Mona Once synonymous with modesty, mystery and matrimonial ritual, the veil has undergone a transformation, appearing on red carpets and ramps alike. No longer confined to weddings or religious symbolism; it floats between couture and contemporary, between concealment and expression. From Tiffany Haddish’s bejewelled look at the 2025 American Music Awards to Farhana Bodi’s fairytale flourish at Cannes this year, the veil has re-entered the fashion spotlight not as a relic of the past, but as a bold statement. Designers and stylists are redefining what it means to ‘veil’—elevating it beyond fabric and function into a narrative device that evokes mood, identity and artistic flair. Whether sculpted into hoods, embroidered with text or styled with pantsuits and shorts, veils (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP): FARHANA BODI, A MODEL DONS AN AISHA RAO CREATION, KYLIE JENNER & TIFFANY HADDISH From the red carpet to high-society soirées, veils have made a striking return, no longer as symbols of modesty but as a bold fashion statement today challenge convention and reimagine their own purpose in fashion. At the 2025 American Music Awards, Tiffany Haddish dazzled in a bejewelled blue gown with a dramatic veil by Bronx and Banco, while Rebecca Black turned heads in a custom all-white, bridal-inspired ensemble by Erick Charlotte. At Cannes 2025, Farhana Bodi embraced a fairy-tale elegance in a blush pink custom gown by Atelier Zuhra; and Juliette Binoche offered a modern twist on couture in an off-white Dior ensemble — an exquisite silk crepe top with a draped hood and matching pants, subtly referencing the veil in a more fluid, sculptural form. At the ultra-exclusive Bezos-Sanchez wedding in Venice, Kendall Jenner captured attention in a purple vintage Thierry Mugler short ensemble with hood styled as veil. What makes this modern interpretation so compelling is its versatility. It is capable of transforming any silhouette – count gown, lehenga, saree, shorts and pants alike – with an air of mystery, elegance, and storytelling. “Veils on the red carpet have become less about tradition and more about creating an atmosphere, a sense of narrative and visual poetry. They introduce layers of intrigue and theatricality, transforming a look into something almost cinematic,” says Aisha Rao, founder and creative director of the namesake label. For Aisha, veils are not just an accessory but an extension of the story a garment tells. “In our upcoming India Couture Week collection, we have taken this further by adding embroidered Asia’s shining star it This Is Not a Film, which he made in his living room while under house arrest or Taxi, which was set in a car. “At a time when making films in my country becomes more difficult every day, this recognition reminds me that cinema can still connect us beyond borders, languages, and limitations. I not only accept this award in my own name, but also on behalf of all those who, in silence, in exile, or under pressure, continue to create,” Panahi said in his statement to the festival. —PTI text to our veils, turning them into canvases for expression and personal meaning. I love how a veil plays with the duality of concealment and revelation, which resonates with the whimsical, layered language we explore at Aisha Rao. 2” In a contemporary context, Hyderabad-based Aisha sees veils as a medium of selfexpression rather than modesty. “They have evolved into a way of amplifying individuality and bringing an artistic, almost narrative driven flourish to a look. At Aisha Rao, we interpret veils as playful extensions of the garment, not elements that conceal, but ones that create intrigue and depth. For us, it’s about crafting a moment of drama, whimsy, and elegance.” Apart from ramp and red carpets, do veils see a future in fashion? Aisha believes so. She sees veils evolving into something that goes beyond special occasions. Today brides are experimenting with detachable veils that are lighter, shorter, and much easier to style. They’re treating it as an accessory rather than a symbol, A which makes it versatile. guest poses “I feel like we will continue to on the red carpet see veils become more mainat the 78th stream in fashion, as long as Cannes Film they’re reimagined in Festival ways that feel modern, playful, and wearable, which is exactly how we would like to use them in our collections.” Tanushree Dutta breaks down in video, says she has been harassed at her home since MeToo row Jafar Panahi honoured as Asian Filmmaker of the Year by Busan International Film Festival Renowned Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, known for world cinema classics like The White Balloon, Offside, The Circle and 3 Faces, has been named the Asian Filmmaker of the Year’ by the Busan International Film Festival. Panahi is a revered figure in the international cinema community but in Iran he has consistently faced restrictions for his art. He was imprisoned three years ago and went on a hunger strike. Despite obstacles, Panahi has continued to make films be Aisha Rao ‘Please someone help me’ Tanushree Dutta surprised her fans after she dropped a video crying, alleging harassment at her own home. Taking to her Instagram handle, she wrote, “Guys, I’m being harassed in my own home. I just called the cops. I got worried and called the police. The police came. They asked me to come to the police station to launch a proper complaint. I’m going to probably go tomorrow or the day after. I’m not well. I’ve been harassed so much in the last 4-5 years that my health has deteriorated.” The Dhol actress further alleged that people have planted ‘maids’ in her house who often steal from her c m y b home, leading to financial and emotional harassment. “I’m not able to do any work. My house is a mess. I can’t hire even maids because they planted maids in my house. I had such a bad experience with maids coming in and stealing and doing all kinds of things. I have to do all my work. People come out- side my door. I’m being troubled in my own house. Please someone help me,” added Tanushree. She wrote, “I’m sick and tired of this harassment!! It’s been going on since 2018 #metoo. Aaj fed up hokar maine police ko call kiya. Please someone help me! Do something before it’s too late.” Headed to the battle field Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty reach Punjab for Border 2 shoot Actors Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty on Tuesday headed to Punjab for the final shoot of Border 2, which also stars Sunny Deol. A recent video shared by producer Binoy Gandhi captures the two actors on a flight, heading toward the climax shoot of the film. “Last Battle Loading...,” he captioned the post. Before boarding the flight, Varun also happily posed for the paps outside the Mumbai airport. He looked quite fit as he was seen donning a fitted black T-shirt with camouflage pants. He also stole attention with his moustache. Backed by a stellar production team, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, the film is presented by Gulshan Kumar & TSeries in association with JP Dutta’s J.P Films. . Border 2 is one of the most anticipated films of 2026. It will be released in theatres on January 23 next year. —ANI