07102025-LSTL-01.qxd 10/6/2025 8:25 PM Page 1 c m y b TURNING POINT FOR JAMIE Jamie Lee Curtis recently opened up about how Freaky Friday became one of the most important projects of her career. The 2003 hit comedy, which also starred Lindsay Lohan, Chad Michael Murray, and Mark Harmon, continues to be loved by fans even two decades later, so much so that it lead to a sequel. TRIBUNE For peace Life Miley Cyrus released her song, Secrets, and dedicated the track to her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus. Miley described the gesture as a “peace offering” following years of reported tension between them. LUDHIANA | TUESDAY | 7 OCTOBER 2025 PRADEEP TEWARI WHAT’S HOT Powerhouse performer Shefali Shah, in Chandigarh to attend a film festival, reflects on her cinematic journey ‘I won’t do dharamsala anything that I don’t Mona D eat CAKE & CHAI N ESTLED in the scenic hills of Bhagsu, McLeodganj, Old German Bakery is a beloved spot known for its famous Bhagsu cake and freshly baked treats. This cozy, family-run café offers an extensive menu featuring vegan, vegetarian, and continental options like veg korma, garlic chicken sizzler, pastries and soy chai. With its friendly staff, relaxed ambiance and soothing music, it’s the perfect place to unwind after exploring the town. Whether you crave comfort food or healthy choices, Old German Bakery’s charm, flavour, and laid-back vibe make it a must-visit destination. love’ CP Vartika Chaturvedi of Delhi Crime or Dr Gauri Nath of Human, actress Shefali Shah has become synonymous with powerpacked performances that leave a lasting impact. With a career spanning two decades and a repertoire that reflects both depth and versatility, Shefali has carved a unique space for herself in Indian cinema and OTT platforms alike. Whether she’s portraying a no-nonsense police officer or a morally complex doctor, her characters resonate deeply with audiences — not just for their realism, but for the raw emotion and nuance she brings to every role. At the CineMaestro — Shaping Future Filmmakers: Film Festival and Awards at Chitkara International School in Chandigarh on Monday, she talked about her journey during a freewheeling conversation…. THE POWER OF INSTINCT I pick up a project on pure instinct. I’m not dramatising it. I am not saying this because it sounds great. I don’t remember doing anything for money. I won’t do anything that I don’t love. OTT’S GLOBAL REACH amritsar OTT has increased our reach across the globe, our shows now open to over 190 countries. As a student of cinema, I am very excited because I can watch anything from anywhere. And I can learn. And as an actor, I’m very excited because people across the globe will watch my work. India wasn’t a contender for the Emmys till late, but Delhi Crime changed that. It became the first Indian series to receive the award for Best Drama Series. WOMEN-LED STORIES I have to give credit where it is due. Many women-led play A ludhiana love TURNING A DIRECTOR I would love to, but I’m scared. It’s a very big responsibility. Somebody’s hard-earned money on the line. UPCOMING PROJECTS There is Delhi Crime 3 that you will be out by the end of this year. There is this film, Hisaab, directed by Vipul in which I have amazing co-stars — Jaideep Ahlawat and Abhishek Banerjee. I shot for another film by a firsttime director. It’s a really bizarre film and I loved the character I played. WORDS FOR ASPIRING ACTORS First, Success is not a parameter to judge your capability. Films can work or not work. But that’s not a reflection on you. Second, you should understand that filmmaking is a combined, cumulative group effort. No place for ego here. Kantara: Chapter 1 ‘This time, I’ll be the hero’ R Raghav Juyal wants to manifest ABCD 3 in which he will play the lead on a roll PALETTE OF EMOTION WAKENINGS, an immersive art show opened at Five River Art Gallery showcasing works by 28 distinguished artists, including HR Das, Jyoti Hattarki, Debjani Datta, Amol Pawar, Anirban Seth, Babu Xavier, and many more. This is the first time that works by HR Das, an Indian artist known for his powerful acrylic paintings of bulls and cows, have come to holy city. His works often feature these powerful yet majestic animals against vibrant, textured backgrounds that resemble stage settings, highlighting their ‘human-like’ expressions of agony, joy, or playfulness. films are being made by men. I’m often asked the question — Do you feel the difference between a female director and a male director? I don’t. I feel it depends from person to person. Most of my shows, which are in favour of women, are made by men, be it Jalsa or Delhi Crime or Human. Together we make the change happen. ISHAB Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 continues its extraordinary run at the box office, drawing massive crowds across India and overseas. The muchanticipated prequel to the 2022 blockbuster has stormed theatres nationwide, showing no signs of slowing down. Following its grand release on Dusehra, the film opened to a phenomenal response, and has maintained strong momentum since. The film’s four-day collection soared to an impressive Rs 235 crore, with the final collection expected to rise once the figures of the night shows are available. The film has also received excellent response in various overseas markets. Written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the film delves into the deep-rooted folklore that made the original Kantara a cultural phenomenon. Set a thousand years before the events of the 2022 film, which grossed over Rs. 400 crore worldwide on a modest budget of Rs 15 crore, the new chapter explores the origins of its mystical and spiritual universe. Kantara: Chapter 1 follows the backstory of the guardian deity Panjurli Daiva, portraying the struggle between a tribal community and a tyrannical king. The film has received rave reviews from both audiences and critics, with many calling it a work of cinematic brilliance and a masterpiece. The film also features Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah in key roles. With its evocative storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and emotionally charged performances, Kantara: Chapter 1 has resonated strongly with audiences. Amid its dream box office run, Kantara: Chapter 1 is now gearing up for a special honour. The acclaimed film was screened at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday. PICK YOUR DIWALI GIFT Actor Raghav Juyal, who recently earned widespread praise for his performance as Parvez in The Ba***ds of Bollywood, opened up about one of his biggest dreams while interacting with fans at a recent event in Mumbai. “I have a dream. Many years ago, I did ABCD 2, and I was dancing in it but in the side. My dream is to do ABCD 3 and this time in the middle. And I’ll be the hero. And when I manifest, it has to happen, right?” he said, leaving fans buzzing with excitement and joining him in manifesting the moment. From delivering an intense performance in Kill to making audiences laugh out loud as Parvez, Raghav continues to prove his remarkable range as an actor. And he’s far from slowing down — with King, starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan, and his highly anticipated Telugu debut with Nani, Raghav’s journey is only getting bigger, bolder, and more exciting to watch. Martin Scorsese wanted to be a priest! Celebrated filmmaker Martin Scorsese has shared a surprising chapter from his teenage years when he once wanted to become a priest, before life took a different turn. In Rebecca Miller’s new Apple TV+ docuseries Mr Scorsese, which premiered at the New York Film Festival, the director opened up about his early W ITH Diwali approaching, the 10-daylong Saras Festival at PAU ground has become the must-visit for the people of Ludhiana. From simple diyas to lamps to carpets, decorative items, wall hanging, potteries rugs, bed sheets to wooden décor items — the festival offers something for everyone. As Pragati, one of the visitors points out – “It’s the perfect destination to buy gifts for Diwali.” The festival concludes on October 13. c m y b years in a religious environment and his brief time studying for the priesthood. He said, “The idea of priesthood, to devote yourself to others, really, that’s what it’s about,” he added in the documentary. “I realised I didn’t belong there. And I tried to stay but they got my father in there and they told him, ‘Get him out of here.’ Because I behaved badly.”