07082025-LSTC-01.qxd 8/7/2025 12:18 AM Page 1 c m y b JUSTIN’S SON MAKES DEBUT Justin and Hailey Bieber’s son, Jack Blues, has made his musical debut! The little one has started with an adorable appearance in his father’s latest music video, Yukon. TRIBUNE Iconic Life Sharon Stone shared that she had the legal right to remove her leg-crossing scene from the 1992 movie, ‘Basic Instinct’, but chose not to. CHANDIGARH | THURSDAY | 7 AUGUST 2025 Stars & their moral fabric! JANHVI KAPOOR Meet celebs who champion handloom & sustainable fashion National HANDLOOM DAY E VERY year, August 7 marks the National Handloom Day—a day that celebrates India’s rich textile legacy, the artistry of local weavers and the importance of sustainable fashion. At a time when fast fashion dominates wardrobes, several Bollywood actresses have been making conscious choices to support the weavers. These stars not only wear handlooms but also actively advocate for artisans and sustainable clothing. ALIA BHATT PROMOTING CHIKANKARI: Richa Chadha Richa Chadha’s label Ehaab, which she co-founded with husband Ali Fazal, works closely with artisans who craft exquisite chikankari pieces. Their initiative empowers local weavers and artisans to keep alive the centuries-old craft and also provide them with dignified livelihoods. RICHA CHADHA CONTEMPORARY & TIMELESS: Alia Bhatt Alia Bhatt choses handloom sarees for important occasions. From wearing elegant jamdani and chanderi drapes to endorsing Indian crafts on global stages, Alia has become a symbol of how handloom can be both contemporary and timeless. She believes that sustainable fashion is a responsibility. A PLATFORM FOR CHANDERI: Kritika Kamra Kritika Kamra has launched her own label, Cinnabar. The brand focuses on reviving the traditional chanderi craft of Madhya Pradesh, giving artisans a direct platform for their work. Kritika’s belief in handloom and handicraft is rooted in her passion for Indian textiles and her conviction that slow fashion is the future. ALL FOR SUSTAINABLE FASHION: Shweta Tripathi PRIYANKA CHOPRA JONAS SAIEE MANJREKAR Shweta Tripathi often champions handloom art. For Shweta, fashion is about responsibility towards the environment and the communities who keep these traditions alive. FOR THE SAKE OF OUR PLANET: Dia Mirza KRITIKA KAMRA Dia Mirza has often been spotted in handloom sarees. She reminds people that every sustainable choice contributes to a healthier planet. For Dia, wearing a handloom is both a personal and political act of care for the earth. HERITAGE MEETS MODERNITY: Priyanka Chopra Jonas Priyanka Chopra Jonas has also celebrated India’s handloom legacy on several occasions. Be it Banarasi, chikankari or other traditional weaves, Priyanka’s handloom sarees reflect her pride in Indian craftsmanship. She continues to highlight the relevance of heritage textiles in modern fashion. CELEBRATING INDIAN CRAFTS: Janhvi Kapoor Janhvi Kapoor is often seen in graceful handloom sarees. By choosing traditional weaves for public appearances, she brings youthful appeal to sustainable fashion and encourages her generation to celebrate Indian crafts. CELEBRATING TRADITION: Saiee Manjrekar Saiee Manjrekar is a proud supporter of Indian handloom. Saiee champions traditional craftsmanship. By choosing handloom over fast fashion, Saiee is not only celebrating tradition but also encouraging her young followers to support sustainable and homegrown craftsmanship. — TNS SHWETA TRIPATHI ‘My heart goes out...’ Several members of the Indian film industry expressed concern for those affected by the cloudburst in Dharali, Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Sara took to Instagram and wrote, “My heart goes out to everyone impacted by the incident in Uttarakhand. Praying for safety, strength and healing for all (sic).” In another post, she provided the emergency contact numbers to support ongoing relief operations. Actor Sonu Sood also expressed concern over the tragedy. “Heartbroken by the devastating floods & cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. Prayers for every life affected. It’s time the nation comes together — while the govt does its part, we as individuals must stand up for every soul who lost a home, a living, a life,” Sonu wrote on X. “What’s happening in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand is heartbreaking,” Bhumi Pednekar wrote on her social media post.— ANI Kajol, Anupam Kher feted at Maharashtra film awards HONOURED Veteran ghazal singer Bhimrao Panchale was conferred with the prestigious Lata Mangeshkar Award for Excellence in Music for 2025 at the Maharashtra State Film Awards ceremony on Tuesday evening. Filmmaker and actor Mahesh Manjrekar received the Chitrapati V Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024, while actor Mukta Barve c m y b was honoured with the Chitrapati V Shantaram Special Contribution Award. Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher was presented with the Raj Kapoor Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024, and actor Kajol was honoured with the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award, recognising their significant contribution to Indian cinema. — PTI DIA MIRZA Varun seeks blessings at Golden Temple Varun Dhawan has wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming war drama, Border 2. On Wednesday, the makers took to social media and shared videos and pictures from the last day of the shoot. The first video shows Varun cutting a cake with co-star Medha Rana, director Anurag Singh, producer Bhushan Kumar, and the rest of the crew members. Besides the celebrations on the sets, Varun also paid a visit to the Golden Temple in Amritsar and sought blessings. “Varun Dhawan wraps his schedule for #Border2. Marking the completion of his shoot, #VarunDhawan along with co-star #MedhaRana, producer #BhushanKumar, co-producer #ShivChanana, #BinnoyKGandhi, & director #AnuragSingh began with a heartwarming on-set celebration, followed by a special visit at the Golden Temple in Amritsar,” the makers wrote on Instagram, expressing gratitude towards their journey. The Bhediya star reshared the post on his Instagram story and penned down his thoughts. — ANI