27092025-LSTL-01.qxd 9/26/2025 7:47 PM Page 1 c m y b UNDERWATER ACT STUNS SIDHU Judge Navjot Singh Sidhu was left awestruck as Tharagai, a young talent from Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, performed an underwater act in the Indian Ocean. In the very first-ever live audition of India’s Got Talent, Sidhu exclaimed in sheer wonder, “Chamatkar hai, Namaskar hai!” TRIBUNE Life Feeling lucky Bobby Deol feels fortunate to play a challenging role in Bandar, his first collaboration with director Anurag Kashyap. Premiered at TIFF, the film follows a fading star accused of rape. LUDHIANA | SATURDAY | 27 SEPTEMBER 2025 Diljit Dosanjh nominated for Emmys D ILJIT DOSANJH has earned a place on the global stage with his first-ever nomination for the International Emmy Awards 2025. The nominations were announced on Thursday by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The singer-actor has been shortlisted in the Best Performance by an Actor category for his role in the Netflix biographical drama Amar Singh Chamkila. Dosanjh will compete against some of the world’s most acclaimed talents. The 2025 International Emmy Best Actor nominees include David Mitchell for Ludwig, Oriol Pla for Yo, Adicto (I, Addict), and Diego Vasquez for One Hundred Years of Solitude. Diljit’s powerful performance as Chamkila has not only won praise from fans and critics but also secured him this historic Emmy nomination. The film has also received a nomination in the Best TV Movie/Mini-Series category, making it a double celebration for the team. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film tells the story of Punjab’s iconic folk singer Amar Singh Chamkila, often called the Elvis of Punjab. Chamkila rose to fame in the 1980s for his bold songs and energetic performances, but his life was tragically cut short in 1988 when he and his wife, Amarjot Kaur, were killed at the age of 27. Released on Netflix in April 2024, Amar Singh Chamkila also stars Parineeti Chopra and was written by Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali. The film’s live-recorded folk music and emotionally driven storytelling have been widely appreciated. Indian content has been steadily making its mark at the Emmys in recent years. In 2020, Netflix’s Delhi Crime made history by winning the Best Drama Series award, while comedian Vir Das took home an Emmy in 2021 for his Netflix comedy special Vir Das: For India. —ANI Made in India first look out The singer-actor receives nomination for Best Actor for Amar Singh Chamkila and the Imtiaz Ali film receives nomination in the Best TV Movie/MiniSeries category at International Emmy Awards 2025 Naseeruddin Shah, Jim Sarbh to bring Titan’s story to OTT The first look for the Naseeruddin Shah and Jim Sarbh-starrer Made in India — A Titan Story is out, and it offers viewers a glimpse into the journey of how Titan became one of India’s most iconic brands. The first glimpse of the upcoming series was unveiled on the 11th anniversary of the government’s Make in India campaign and revolves around the story of JRD Tata and Xerxes Desai, the two men who laid the foundation for Titan. From boardrooms to factory floors, the show aims to capture how a bold idea turned into a brand that redefined India’s place on the global stage. On Thursday, the makers took to their social media accounts to share a promo showing the young Titan team daring to dream at a time when many doubted them, holding on to their ambition and belief. The caption read, “History toh ban gayi, par kaise bani yeh jald hi pata chalega (History has been made, but how it was made will be known soon. Naseeruddin Shah will be seen portraying JRD Tata, while Sarbh will play the role of Xerxes Desai. The show also features Namita Dubey, Vaibhav Tatwawaadi, Kaveri Seth, Lakshvir Saran, and Paresh Ganatra in important roles. — ANI THANK YOU NOTE ■ Diljit Dosanjh, who has been nominated in the Best Performance by an Actor category for his role in the Netflix biographical drama, took to his Instagram handle to share his reaction. “It’s all because of @imtiazaliofficial Sir,” the actor-singer wrote, crediting the achievement to the film’s director. ■ Parineeti Chopra, who also played a crucial role in Amar Singh Chamkila, couldn’t stop gushing over the team. “WOOOHOOOO! Proud of my Team Chamkla!” ■ The film has also received a nomination in the Best TV Movie/Mini-Series category, making it a double celebration. It is a really big deal, and I would like to thank the people of Punjab who related to this film. I would also like to thank Diljit twice over for his exceptional portrayal in the film. IMTIAZ ALI Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection is all about opulence as the designer plays with gold GOLD RUSH Milan Fashion Week lit up with glamour as Roberto Cavalli unveiled a dazzling Spring/Summer 2026 collection on its third day on Thursday. Under the creative vision of Fausto Puglisi, the runway glowed with a bold tribute to gold — the unmistakable star of the show. This season marked a striking shift in Cavalli’s style. Puglisi embraced luxury and shine, drawing inspiration from the brilliance of gold. The collection featured everything from metallic gold crochet mini-dresses to form-hugging laminated pieces and pleated lamé peplum gowns — all designed to shimmer and stun. The designer used rich, reflective materials like fil coupé, dévoré, coated lace, and liquid jersey to craft opulent looks with a regal look. Light, flowing silhouettes brought sensuality to the collection, while the golden touch extended to every detail — even lace shirts and python trousers shining in light. Overall, it was a collection that didn’t just walk the runway — it blazed across it, leaving no doubt that gold is back. — TNS c m y b