01102025-LSTC-01.qxd 9/30/2025 8:10 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE Life For sisterhood Jane Fonda presented a creation during a public show titled, Liberty. Equality. Sisterhood. Because Youre Worth It. It was organised by French cosmetics group LOreal, in front of Paris city hall as part of Paris Fashion Week. CHANDIGARH | WEDNESDAY | 1 OCTOBER 2025 Aishwarya Rai in Manish Malhotra’s ensemble exudes modern royalty at Paris Fashion Week she REUTERS Because is worth it! B OLLYWOOD icon Aishwarya Rai Bachchan captivated audiences as she walked the ramp at Paris Fashion Week 2025 during a public show, titled Liberty. Equality. Sisterhood. Because You’re Worth It, organised by French cosmetics giant L’Oreal Paris on Monday. The actress stunned the attendees in a gorgeous black ensemble featuring intricate diamond embellishments. The outfit was designed by the ace fashion designer Manish Malhotra. The 10-inch diamond-embroidered cuffs on her sleeves and the back of her coat were the highlights of her stunning all-black outfit. The coat’s structured tailoring and button-down front gave it a regal edge, and the fabric’s faint sheen added a touch of refinement. Aishwarya accessorised her look with a large diamond and emerald brooch. In the makeup department, the actress donned her signature red lipstick to add a bold touch to her sophisticated outfit. The actress acknowledged her fans with flying kisses and the namaste as she walked the ramp in style. Aishwarya spoke about her long association with the L’Oreal brand, saying, “Walking the runway at Paris Fashion Week is always a powerful reminder of the beauty of individuality and expression. For me, being a part of the L’Oreal Paris family for over two decades has been more than just a collaboration. It’s been a journey of empowerment. ‘Because You’re Worth It’ is not just a tagline; it is a celebration of self-worth that continues to inspire women everywhere. Tonight, we honour that legacy, reaffirming that every woman’s strength, story, and spirit deserve to be seen and celebrated.” Ahead of her ramp walk, a behindthe-scenes picture of Aishwarya with Indian-origin British actress Simone Ashley, known for her role in Bridgerton, went viral on social media. Simone took to her Instagram to share a selfie just a few hours ago, and, in no time, the snap started trending across platforms. In the picture, the two, dressed in elegant black outfits, can be seen posing together in their vanity space as they prepare for the big event. Meanwhile, celebs like Heidi Klum, Simone Ashley, Kendall Jenner, Amy Jackson, Gillian Anderson and others also walked the ramp for the public show, named Liberty, Equality, Sisterhood. Because Youre Worth It, which was organised by French cosmetics group LOreal, in front of Paris city hall as part of Paris Fashion Week. (L-R) SIMONE ASHLEY, KENDALL JENNER, HEIDI KLUM, GILLIAN ANDERSON, EVA LONGORIA & AMY JACKSON RANI MUKERJI Deepankar Sharda I Celebs offer prayers at Durga Puja pandal Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor on Monday visited the North Bombay Durga Puja and offered prayers there. He also met his friend, filmmaker Ayan, at the pandal, and before leaving, he interacted with other devotees, taking pictures with them. For the pandal visit, Ranbir opted for ethnic wear. He exuded desi munda vibes in a blue kurta that he paired with white pyjama. Rani Mukerji, Kajol, Jaya Bachchan and Neelam Kothari too were seen attending puja mandaps in Mumbai. RANBIR KAPOOR AND AYAN MUKERJI KAJOL AND JAYA BACHCHAN c m y b NEELAM F one has to explain the concept of cosmic balance for a meaningful human life, the city of Guwahati will surely emerge as the exquisite example. As the city dips into the Durga Puja fetivities — topped with the joy of hosting the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup opener — the pandals housing the eye-catching idols of Goddess Durga, also lament the death of famous singer, Zubeen Garg. The heartthrob of Assam’s young generation, Zubeen died in Singapore following a scuba-diving accident while attending the 4th North-East India Festival. Even in his death, Zubeen spread the message ‘Every day is a new performance’, as people continue to enjoy the Puja festival remembering the legendary singer. Each pandal in Guwahati pays tribute to Zubeen. While some display a special gallery of his photographs, some run an obituary in the evening. At some pandals, a documentary on his life is screened, and even at the Barsapara Stadium, his posters hang tall. “He has made a special place in the heart of Assamese people. Every pandal in the city has one thing or other to offer in Zubeen’s life. It’s like, everyone is honouring his life in his death,” said RituRaj Vanshi, a pandal manager. Zubeen had some The singer, who died in a scuba-diving incident, is the soul of Guwahati’s Durga Puja pandals Zubeen lives on... extraordinary versatility...singing nearly 38,000 songs in 40 different languages. A lyricist, composer, director, actor…his journey was spread across 30 years. “He lived for a noble cause, and carried Assam’s name wherever he went. His songs have a meaning for life, and many people felt the setback with his passing away. Look at the pandals, the venue carries a vibe to celebrate life, a new beginning and festivities — in all this Zubeen gets a special mention, which is enough to tell the attachment his name still carries with the masses,” said Anuradha, a local bud- ding cricketer. During the first innings break, at Barsapara Stadium, singer Shreya Ghoshal also paid a special tribute to Zubeen. “He was not a mere entertainer, but a messenger of the god to tell the world how to live life through his songs. Never imagined, someone getting so much emotional attention from people. The people here mourn the death of Zubeen, but in a way which will be remembered for ages to come,” said Madhur Das, a spectator at one of the pandals. “He has left us with many beautifulmemories. His message to the world was not just to live, but to spread kindness. I think he deserves all the respect,” added Sushila, another attendee.