11122025-LSTC-01.qxd 12/11/2025 12:18 AM Page 1 c m y b In a playful tease, the makers of Hollywood stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson’s upcoming film The Drama have unveiled the film’s poster. Taking to Instagram, Zendaya shared the poster and wrote, “The Drama. Formal invitation to follow.” TRIBUNE Show time Life Comedian-actor Kapil Sharma is set to return for the fourth season of his show The Great Indian Kapil Show on December 20. The show will stream on Netflix. CHANDIGARH | THURSDAY | 11 DECEMBER 2025 Call of the mountains ISTOCK THE DRAMA BEGINS Meet the artistes finding peace and thrill amidst the hills this World Mountain Day! A ‘It’s a dream come true’ Amritsar girl Aneet Padda on Saiyaara’s World TV premiere on Sony MAX For someone who grew up in Amritsar’s narrow lanes, where evenings meant chai and the TV blaring through every window, Aneet Padda still can’t get over the fact that she’s now the girl whose face will light up those very screens! At a time when Saiyaara, the film that turned Aneet into one of 2025’s most celebrated breakout stars, gears up for its world television premiere on December 20 at 8 pm on Sony MAX, she feels pride. “A story with so much heart, a film that resonated so well in theatres, deserves to be seen by everyone,” she avers. She shares, “In many smaller towns, TV is the primary source of entertainment and a family bonding experience.” The film itself has had a dream run, hailed as one of 2025’s biggest romantic blockbusters. At its core, Saiyaara is an intimate, aching romance about two young artists trying to hold on to love while finding their place in a world bigger than them. “It is a dream come true for any actor to know their work is reaching the absolute length and breadth of a country as big as India,” Aneet concludes. — TNS S the world celebrates the serenity and splendour of the mountains on December 11, TV artistes open up about their love for the great outdoors, their most cherished hill adventures and the thrill that mountain getaways bring to their lives. These actors share how mountains help them unwind, reconnect, and find inspiration beyond the hustle of city life. Chai amid clouds Paras Arora Paras, who plays Jeetu in the show Gharwali Pedwali, says, “Mountains have a special place in my heart they make me feel alive, grounded and free all at once. I am a mountain person! Trekking, exploring new trails, and riding through winding roads give me unmatched joy. Last year, I explored Ooty, and it turned out to be one of the most peaceful yet thrilling trips of my life. Recently, I visited Himachal Pradesh on my bike along. Riding through the mist-covered curves at sunrise, with cold air brushing my face and the scent of pine in the breeze, it felt surreal. There were stretches where the roads PARAS ARORA CHAT UP were steep and slippery, making the ride an adrenaline rush. But reaching the top, sipping chai with clouds floating below it was pure bliss. ” Cool & calm Sanjay Chaudhary Sanjay Chaudhary, who plays Kamlesh in Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, says, “I have always been fascinated by the hills. There is something so calming yet adventurous about the hills. Visiting Kufri recently was like ticking off a dream from my list! The snowcapped peaks, pine-scented breeze, and those small roadside tea stalls — it was pure joy. I also tried my hand at horse riding for the first time on a mountain trail, and though it was a bit scary at first, it turned into one of my best travel memories! Mountains, for me, are a reminder that life’s beauty lies in simple moments.” “Trekking in the hills has always been my escape from routine. Earlier, I used to go on treks quite often, especially during the monsoon season the smell of rain-soaked earth, lush green trails, and the sound of waterfalls made the experience truly enchanting. One of my most thrilling memories was a monsoon trek in the Western Ghats, where the weather kept changing every few minutes. It was both challenging and magical! I love the unpredictability of the mountains. Whether it is a long nature walk or watching the clouds roll in from a cliffside café, the mountains always remind me how small yet connected we are to the world.” Adventure playground Aryan Prajapati Aryan Prajapati from Happu Ki Ultan Paltan says, “Mountains are my favourite escape. I still remember my trip to Mussoorie with my family; we woke up early to watch the sunrise, and the whole valley looked like it was glowing. I love the calmness, the greenery. ” Vidisha, beloved as Anita Bhabi in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai, shares, VIDISHA SRIVASTAVA ARYAN PRAJAPATI PRIYAMVADA KANT SANJAY CHOUDHARY Another murder! VICKY, KATRINA ‘SLEEP-DEPRIVED’ Nawazuddin Siddiqui will be next seen in the OTT film Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, which follows the shocking massacre of an influential family inside their own mansion. The film follows the quest of a cop, Nawazuddin, to solve complex criminal cases, loosely inspired by real-life stories from society. While talking to the media, Nawazuddin opened up about the connection between society and films, describing cinema as a ‘mirror’ of society. When asked about the social message behind the movie, Nawazuddin said, “Every topic comes from society. Film is a mirror of society. Whatever happens in soci- Bollywood star couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif have completed four years of marital bliss, celebrating the occasion with a sweet moment. On Tuesday, Vicky Kaushal took to his Instagram handle and shared a selfie with Katrina. Vicky wrote, “Celebrating today... blissful, grateful and sleep deprived. Happy 4 to us.” Singer Sonu Nigam is set to open his Deewana Tera tour to mark his first-ever solo live concert in Guwahati on December 14. While sharing the news, Sonu Nigam wroteon Instagram, “Dec 14. A night Guwahati will remember forever. Sonu Nigam live for Deewana Tera!” Sonu Nigam said the decision to begin the tour in Guwahati is deeply personal to him, as the city is tied to his memories of Zubeen, whose passing left a profound impact on him. Priyamvada Kant from the show Gharwali Pedwali shares, “Mountains have a way of instantly resetting my soul. There’s something about their silence, the vastness, and the clean, crisp air that makes me feel lighter and more alive. I’ve always been a mountain girl at heart and love trekking through pine-filled trails, waking up to chilly mornings, or getting lost in the rhythm of nature. One of my favourite memories is from a trip to Kodaikanal, where I hiked to a small cliff at dawn. As the first light touched the peaks, everything felt still, golden, and magical. For me, mountains aren’t just places to visit. They’re my comfort zone, my inspiration.” Magical moments Vidisha Srivastava KAMAL HAASAN, MOHANLAL AND NAGARJUNA AKKINENI SONU NIGAM TO KICK OFF TOUR Resetting the soul Priyamvada Kant ety is shown in the film. We also cannot show everything that happens in society, else it would have been too much.” Chitragandha also expressed her excitement for her upcoming film with Salman Khan- starrer Battle of Galwan. Chitragandha said, “I am very excited as it is a different film.” Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders will be streaming on Netflix on December 19. — ANI Kamal Haasan on growing prominence of Southern cinema ‘Regional is becoming new national’ Kamal Haasan attended the JioHotstar Programme South Unbound in Chennai and highlighted the growing national and global prominence of Southern storytelling. At a star-studded event that marked a watershed moment for South India’s Media & Entertainment industry, JioHotstar announced an investment of Rs 4,000 crore over the next five years to boost the region’s creative economy. Kamal Haasan said stories today are “screen-agnostic” and follow viewers across platforms. “Today, stories are truly screen-agnostic. They travel with the viewer. The audience has become the platform. And when that happens, the relationship between the medium and the message changes forever. Stories do not belong to c m y b any screen; they always travel with the listener and belong to people. Screens simply follow them,” said Kamal Haasan. Drawing parallels with global successes like Squid Game, he noted that southern Indian languages together speak to more than 275 million people, giving the region unprecedented potential for global reach. — ANI NAWAZUDDIN SIDDIQUI, SANJAY KAPOOR & CHITRANGDA SINGH