28102025-LSTL-01.qxd 10/27/2025 8:31 PM Page 1 c m y b HIGH PRAISE FOR ARYAN Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has been full of praise for Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, which is currently streaming on Netflix. Calling it “absolute OTT gold,” He wrote, “Just finished watching Aryan Khan’s The Ba***ds of Bollywood and I’m left grasping for words of praise.” CHAT UP ARTISTIC TRIBUTE TO SATISH SHAH A group of artists at Kalaansh Art Studio in Lucknow paid tribute to Satish Shah, who passed away on October 25. Artist Shivam Verma shared that this was their way of remembering an artist who made millions laugh. TRIBUNE Role call Life Sonal Chauhan joined the cast of the upcoming Mirzapur: The Film. On Instagram, Sonal wrote, “Still sinking in. So glad to be a part of a journey so incredible and gamechanging.” LUDHIANA | TUESDAY | 28 OCTOBER 2025 From Janhvi Kapoor to Disha Patani to Tripti Dimrii — Bollywood beauties who nailed the latex fashion trend BLING ITON W BEBO’S FUN-FILLED WEEKEND Kareena Kapoor Khan shared glimpses of her fun weekend with her family. Taking to her Instagram, Kareena offered a sneak peek into the family pictures and wrote, “Proof that weekends should last longer.” HILE latex fashion has taken the world by storm, our Bollywood beauties have always worked extra hard to take it to the next level. And the result? Looks that are totally unforgettable. From wine-coloured sophistication to vibrant pink statements, these Bollywood beauties have transformed latex from alternative fashion into mainstream glamour. Their fearless approach to this trend has created some of the most memorable fashion moments in recent times, proving that when worn right, latex can be both elegant and edgy. SULTRY STATEMENT: DISHA PATANI Disha brought her signature sultry energy to the latex trend with a form-fitting black dress that perfectly showcased her confidence in bold fashion choices. The body-hugging silhouette created a look that was unapologetically sexy and modern. Her styling with strappy heels and flowing hair proved that latex is all about owning your look with complete conviction. demonstrated how latex can be both powerful and graceful when executed with the right attitude. PINK PERFECTION: ANANYA PANDAY Ananya brought youthful girly energy to the latex trend with her vibrant bubblegum pink halter dress that screamed fun and confidence. The body-hugging silhouette and glossy finish created a statement look that perfectly matched her bold personality. Her styling with flowing hair and minimal accessories, let the dress do all the talking. BLACK MAGIC: WAMIQA GABBI DISHA PATANI SAMAY RAINA APOLOGISES Stand-up comedian Samay Raina apologised for the insensitive remarks against people with disability in his YouTube show India’s Got Latent on the occasion of his birthday. Taking to his Instagram, Raina wrote, “Today is my birthday. And instead of celebrating just myself, I want to use this day-the most special day of the year for me-to apologise to the people with disabilities. We, the entire team, deeply regret the pain caused due to our show.” ISHITTA SCHOOLS TROLLS Actor Ishitta Arun found herself at the centre of a social media storm after a video from her uncle Piyush Pandey’s funeral went viral. The clip, which showed Ishitta smiling during the ceremony, led many online users to slam her for being “insensitive”. Now, taking to Instagram, she wrote, “We don’t stage grief. We don’t mute memory to make strangers comfortable.” JANHVI KAPOOR: RED HOT DRAMA Janhvi chose a fiery red latex ensemble that created maximum impact against the matching background, showcasing her fearless approach to fashion. The highneck, long-sleeved design proved that latex can be covered up while still maintaining its seductive appeal. Her wet hair styling and sultry pose added to the overall drama, creating a look that was both artistic and undeniably sexy. that was both contemporary and timeless. Her confident styling with statement earrings showed how latex can be dressed up for formal occasions without losing its edge. Kriti made a bold statement in a black latex dress with asymmetrical hemline that showcased her fashion-forward thinking. The one-shoulder design and strategic gathering created visual interest, while the black added sophistication to the daring material. Her pose and styling Tripti opted for a stunning red latex dress with an asymmetric high-neck and racer-back design that perfectly balanced modern silhouettes with classic glamour. The rich crimson shade and flowing hair created a look WAMIQA GABBI Madhavan transforms into ‘Edison of India’ GD Naidu R Madhavan has shared the first look teaser of his upcoming biopic GDN, in which he plays the role of inventor Gopalaswamy Doraiswamy Naidu, aka Edison of India. The actor took to Instagram on Sunday to post the teaser, giving fans a glimpse of his powerful transformation. The short clip shows Madhavan in a shadowy workshop, working with welding tools. His face is covered with a mask before he slowly lifts it, revealing Naidu’s aged features and signature look, complete with round spectacles. Along with the teaser, the actor wrote a caption that read, “The spirit of GD Naidu is now officially unveiled. A story of unmatched vision, towering ambition, and unwavering resolve. We proudly present the First Look Teaser of GDN.” The film is directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar and produced by Varghese Moolan Pictures in collaboration with The biopic of the scientist film is directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar Tricolour Films. Meanwhile, Madhavan is also set to appear with Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh in De De Pyaar De 2. The film also stars Wamiqa chose the ultimate power combination of black latex in a floor-length gown that exuded old Hollywood glamour with a modern twist. The sleek silhouette and glossy finish, created a look that was both commanding and elegant, proving that latex can work for formal occasions as well. Her confident styling and dramatic pose showed that sometimes the most classic approach to a trend can be the most impactful. — DHARAM PAL MIDNIGHT MYSTIQUE: KRITI SANON CRIMSON ELEGANCE: TRIPTI DIMRI JANHVI KAPOOR ANANYA PANDAY Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Meezaan Jaaved Jaaferi. The story of the film is penned by Luv Ranjan. De De Pyaar De 2 is directed by Anshul Sharma and is set to release in theatres on November 14. The actor was recently seen in Aap Jaisa Koi, which also starred Fatima Sana Shaikh. The film starred Madhavan as Shrirenu, a reserved Sanskrit teache. —ANI c m y b KRITI SANON TRIPTI DIMRI Raveena to star alongside Suriya Raveena Tandon is all set to star alongside Tamil superstar Suriya in an upcoming film, to be directed by Venky Atluri. Wishing her a happy birthday, production banner Sithara Entertainments welcomed Tandon on board the much awaited project which will be Suriya’s 46th film. “Wishing the ever-graceful @TandonRaveenaa very Happy Birthday! Team #Suriya46 So glad to have you onboard… looking forward to an amazing journey ahead!” they posted on X on Tandon’s 53rd birthday on Sunday. The makers had also previously announced that the film will commence shooting at the end of May and release in theatres in the summer of 2026. Suriya was last seen in the 2025 film Retro and his next is Karuppu. Tandon also features in Welcome to the Jungle, the third installment of the Welcome franchise. —PTI