03082025-LSTL-01.qxd 8/2/2025 10:13 PM Page 1 c m y b SPIDEY SUIT REVEALED TRIBUNE Shiddat se.. Life Yeh Fans finally have a glimpse of Tom Holland’s look in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Sony Pictures’ teaser video of the upcoming fourth instalment opens with glimpses of the new suit, with visible raised black webbing against a sharp red cover, strongly resembling the classic red-andblue costume from the Marvel comics. “A moment I will cherish for a lifetime,” said SRK, on the National Award win. “I would love to spread my arms for you and share my love, but I’m a bit indisposed. But don’t worry I’ll be back in theatres...” he said. LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 3 AUGUST 2025 GEN X: quality over quantity — low-maintenance, deeply rooted bonds Mona DOSTI… Friendship — that one human connection that transcends bloodlines, borders and even bandwidth. As the world changes rapidly around us, the nature of friendship is evolving too, influenced by the times we grow up in. Whether it’s old-school handwritten letters or modern-day memes, the essence of true friendship remains unchanged: understanding, support, and a shared rhythm of the soul. This Friendship Day, we explore how friendship looks, feels and functions across generations — Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z — through these unique stories that highlight what makes these bonds truly timeless. Friendship across generations — bonds that transcend time, distance & trends For Ruby Singh and Simran Kaur, who met back in school, friendship has never been about constant contact but an unshakeable sense of connection. Their relationship has spanned continents and life stages: from schoolmates to college pals, through careers, marriage and motherhood. Even after Simran moved to Australia, their bond remained steadfast. “We’re like the same person,” entrepreneur and model Ruby shares with a smile. “Our choices are often identical, even when we’re shopping in opposite ends of the world. We respond to life’s curveballs in the same way — and strangely enough, life also seems to deal us similar cards.” Despite months sometimes passing without a call, the bond never weakens. When Simran visits India, the two are instantly transported back to their teenage selves, indulging in nostalgic meals at Hot Millions or Toshib — their favourite Chinese joints from back in the day. SIMRAN KAUR & RU BY SINGH Bollywood besties: y, and longevity, BABY BOOMERS: loyalt ed experiences ar friendships rooted in sh s in began in the 1970 A friendship that ie test of time. Em th Amritsar has stood m Mansnality Neela nent theatre perso Deepa Mehta owdhry, filmmaker ingh Ch tna dian senator Ra and former Cana lifelong friends. ained Omidvar have rem d and diaries, joys an ey shared secrets Th cades have er the de sorrows, and ov rough phone calls yed connected th sta t and I talk almos and visits. “Deepa about our daily eak every day. 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There’s Miklos, her Hungarian confidant and go-to for deep philosophical conversations. Pooja, now based in Ahmedabad, is her “nojudgment” sounding board for uncensored chats. Dars Didar is her tech-savvy, adventureloving partner-in-crime, Natalie from Switzerland her favourite travel companion and Vikas, whom she calls divine intervention buddy. “I live my life in full view — that’s by choice. I don’t really draw lines between personal and professional. If I vibe with someone, we’re friends — no labels, no limits. I love that my friendships are both grounding and liberating.” United by loyalty, fuelled by love The Friendship Day is the perfect time to shine a light on the deep bonds shared by some of Bollywood’s most adored stars. Richa Chadha & Dia Mirza This duo is bonded not just by cinema but by shared values. Richa Chadha and Dia Mirza are known for their commitment to social causes. What makes their friendship special is their mutual respect and admiration. 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It lifts the weight, talking helps n-negotiable. “Just geri is no alone.” inds us we’re not the mind, and rem Rani honours mothers War 2 soars Actor dedicates her National Award to all the incredible mothers of this world Rani Mukerji, who bagged her firstever National Film Award nearly 30 years after entering the film industry, says she feels “overwhelmed” to have received the honour. The award, for Best Actress, was announced for her powerful role in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, where she played a mother fighting to bring her children back home. Her first National Award feels like a full-circle moment, one that her fans and the film industry will remember for a long time. Calling it a big moment in her long journey in cinema, the Mardaani actress shared her feelings in her statement, where she reflected on the “incredible films” she has done and thanked the jury for recognizing her work. “I’m overwhelmed to have won the National Award for my performance in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. Incidentally, this is the firstever National Award in my 30-year career. As an actor, I have been fortunate to have some incredible films in my body of work and have received so much love for them. I thank the National Award jury for honouring my work in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. I share this moment with the entire team of the film — my producers Nikkhil Advani, Monisha, and Madhu, my director Ashima Chibber, and everyone who worked on this truly special project that celebrated the resilience of motherhood,” she said. “I dedicate my National Award to all the incredible mothers of this world. There is nothing like a mother’s love and her ferocity to protect her own. The story of this Indian immigrant mother, who went all out for her child and took on a nation, shook me deeply... a mother’s love for her child is unconditional. I realised this when I had my own. This win, this film, feels deeply emotional and personal. — ANI YRF Spy Universe’s War 2 is the biggest Indian film to release this year and the anticipation is palpable globally! In what is a clear indication of the massive hype and craze for this film, War 2 created history this morning in the North American market by becoming the fastest Indian film to cross USD 100,000 in advance ticket sales! Achieving this feat in just seven hours, the Hrithik Roshan — NTR Jr starrer has outpaced the previous record held by NTR’s Devara, which took 11 hours and 37 minutes to reach the same milestone earlier this year. c m y b comedian-actress Mallika Dua are the kind of best friends who keep it raw, real, and hilarious. From goofy selfies to heartfelt birthday tributes, their social media is filled with moments that reflect their quirky bond. Kareena Kapoor & Malaika Arora No Bollywood besties’ list is complete without Kareena Kapoor Khan and Malaika Arora. Part of the iconic girl gang that includes Amrita Arora and Karisma Kapoor, they have redefined what enduring female friendships look like in the limelight. Whether it’s luxurious vacations, power yoga sessions they exude sass, loyalty, and sisterhood.