31122025-LSTL-01.qxd 12/30/2025 7:45 PM Page 1 c m y b KIM, KANYE REUNITE FOR X’MAS Reality television star Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye West reunited over Christmas to spend time together with their four children, marking a rare moment of togetherness after years of public tension. TRIBUNE JLo is single Life A year after finalising her divorce from actor Ben Affleck, actress-singer Jennifer Lopez seems to have no interest in dating, instead focusing on her work and family for the time being. LUDHIANA | WEDNESDAY | 31 DECEMBER 2025 Bollywood celebrities share their New Year plans CHAT UP New Year, PRIYANKA GANDHI’S SON ENGAGED Sunny Deol stands beside his father’s photo at screening of Ikkis Remembering Dharmendra Bollywood star Sunny Deol on Monday attended the special screening of his late father and legendary actor Dharmendra’s film Ikkis. Sunny arrived at the venue looking emotional, yet he cheerfully posed for the cameras. All eyes, however, were drawn to him as he stood beside the poster bearing his father’s photograph. Bobby Deol, too, attended the screening with wife Tanya, son Aryaman, and cousin Abhay Deol. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis marks the last onscreen presence of Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24 at the age of 89. Sriram Raghavan opened up about Dharmendra’s association with the upcoming war biopic, which features Agastya Nanda in the lead as Second Lieutenant Raihan Vadra, son of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and businessman Robert Vadra, has gotten engaged to his longtime girlfriend Aviva Baig, according to reports. The couple has been in a relationship for about seven years. Both families have approved the engagement and are said to share a close relationship. Aviva Baig and her family are based in Delhi. Raihan Vadra is a visual artist and photographer who began exploring photography at the age of 10. His work spans wildlife, street and commercial photography, according to his profile on APRE Art House, a contemporary art gallery in Mumbai. TWICE THE FUN AP Dhillon’s Jaipur concert turned into a special night for fans. The crowd received a surprise when Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma joined the singer on stage. Abhishek later took to his Instagram account to share a video from the concert. The video shows Dhillon getting Sharma on stage and is heard saying, “Punjabi munda aaya hai yaar itthe.” Arun Khetarpal. Recalling that Dharmendra was already unwell during the final dubbing sessions in October, Raghavan shared, “I met him in October. That time he was okay, but he was not too well. He did watch the first half and waited for the second half. I wanted him to see the film in its entirety. Somehow, that couldn’t happen. He is not here to enjoy the work he had done, and people appreciate that. That is a regret we have.” In a few recollections, the Badlapur director revealed how Dharmendra used to write dialogues in Urdu before the shoot. “He’s old school. He would write his dialogues in Urdu. And he would also write the core actor’s dialogues. He was extremely well-prepared,” he added. —ANI New Vibes A S the New Year draws closer, Bollywood celebrities are gearing up to celebrate it in their own unique ways. While some are planning calm and relaxing getaways, others are looking forward to welcoming the year with family and friends in a simple, heartfelt manner. For a few, the New Year will begin amid work commitments, while others prefer to end the year surrounded by nature, travel, and moments of self-reflection. KRITIKA KAMRA I’m going to Jaisalmer to bring in the New Year. My friends and I have been wanting some winter sun and good AQI! Rajasthan has everything — great food, music, culture and unbeatable hospitality. SHWETA TRIPATHI SALMAN FILM ‘DISTORTING FACTS’? Salman Khan-starrer Battle of Galwan is making headlines not only in India but globally with the release of its teaser on December 27, coinciding with actor’s birthday. Now, the Global Times, a prominent staterun Chinese media outlet has criticised the film claiming that it was ‘distorting facts’. ISHA MALVIYA’S POLLYWOOD DEBUT Bigg Boss 17 contestant Isha Malviya will be seen in the upcoming movie Ishqa’n De Lekhe, where she stars opposite popular Punjabi singer and actor Gurnam Bhullar. Isha shared the news with her fans on Instagram by posting the film’s poster. In the film, Isha will be seen as Jasneet, while Gurnam Bhullar plays Samar. I love surprises, so I travelled to Jaisalmer to surprise the entire cast and crew of Mirzapur. After spending some time in Jaisalmer, I headed to Phuket, Thailand, with my friends. I brought in my New Year celebrations a little early, as I am shooting for my next project in Bhopal, which means I’ll be having a working New Year. However, since the 31st and 1st are non-working days, my husband Cheeta is joining me here and together we shall welcome the New Year at one of Bhopal’s beautiful heritage sites. (Clockwise from top): Saiee Manjrekar, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Shweta Tripathi & Adarsh Gourav PARUL GULATI This New Year, I’m keeping it simple. I will be in Tbilisi. No big plans, just wander through Christmas markets if they’re still around, try my hand at ice-skating, sip hot chocolate and actually doing nothing for once. I’m really looking forward to welcoming the New Year feeling rested, present and a little lighter. GULSHAN DEVAIAH I’m planning to spend some quiet time by myself — cook a good meal, take naps, catch up on pending scripts, and finally address a few small decisions I’ve been putting off. ABHISHEK BANERJEE ‘Salman has zero pretension’ Chitrangada Singh, who is set to feature alongside Salman Khan in Battle of Galwan, says the superstar is unapologetically himself, which is a rarity in an industry where “many people wear masks”. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia of Shootout at Lokhandwala fame, the much-anticipated war drama is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between India and China. “He is very tuned into what his fans want him to be, and he is exactly what his fans love (him for). I don’t think he pretends to be anything else. The most amazing thing about him is that there is zero pretension... I’ve not come across anyone in the industry, who has zero pretension, it’s this man. He is exactly who he is. He will speak when he wants Chitrangada Singh on Battle of Galwan co-star to, he will be quiet for as long as he wants to be, if he wants to work out now, he will go and work out now,” she said. Without divulging details about her role in the film, Chitrangada praised Khan for his spontaneous style of acting. “He’s so secure, you could say anything and he loves to improvise. That’s the best thing. It’s like an everevolving scene till it’s finally okay. Till then, it just keeps evolving, I love that. It’s just so much fun because everyone’s having fun. He changes a few things. “So, there’s this spontaneity in the scene, which is so refreshing and he does it so effortlessly. When you do so much work or you’re constantly thinking or working on something, then it becomes effortless. So, I think he manages to do that even now.” Chitrangada revealed that she was earlier set to team with Khan for a movie, which the superstar was going to produce but the film never saw the light of the day. “There was a film that he wanted to produce with Govinda ji. It was a remake of a Marathi film that Mahesh Manjrekar was going to direct. This would be like 2016-17. I don’t think we ever discussed work after that,” she said. Battle of Galwan is set to release on April 17, 2026. —PTI c m y b My wife Tina and I are all set to welcome the New Year at our new home in Goa. Making it even more special, Divyendu Sharma and his wife will be joining us as we ring in the New Year together. SAIEE M MANJREKAR This New Year, I find myself returning to Matheran with a few close friends—a place that has always felt like a second home. I’ve been coming here since childhood with my family and friends, and over time, it has quietly become a part of who I am. With no cars and no rush, Matheran moves at its own gentle pace. Welcoming the New Year here feels deeply right a return to simplicity, authenticity, and the memories that continue to shape me. SAIYAMI KHER New Year is always celebrated at home with my family and friends. It’s a usual ritual. My friends and I make a bonfire, PARUL GULATI, GULSHAN DEVAIAH & SAIYAMI KHER do some barbecue, set up tents and camp outside. This New Year I want to start on a high note, so I’m running in the morning followed by the usual ritual — food, deserts, music board games and camping. ADARSH GOURAV I am heading to Goa with my partner to welcome the New Year. Since we both love the beach and the lively, festive atmosphere, Goa feels like the perfect place for us to ring in the celebrations. VISHAL JETHWA I’ve always celebrated New Year with my family, and being together at the start of a new year feels truly special. It’s a reminder that we’ll continue welcoming each year together. I don’t believe in big, flashy parties; I prefer celebrating quietly with family, either at home or by stepping out together. This year, though, things are a little different because my mother won’t be with us, she’s currently in London, thoroughly enjoying her holiday. NIMRIT KAUR AHLUWALIA This New Year is going to be a little different for me as I’ll be welcoming it on the sets in Bhopal while shooting for my upcoming project. It’s the first time I will be working on New Year, but honestly, it feels fulfilling. Being surrounded by the cast and crew, doing what I love, gives me a sense of purpose and happiness.