01032026-LSTL-01.qxd 2/28/2026 8:00 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE ALL EYES ON SHAKIRA Colombian superstar Shakira enthralled the crowd in Mexico City as she performed during her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran or Women Don’t Cry Anymore world tour recently. HOT panchkula WHAT’S Talking point Life Shah Rukh Khan spoke at the Ideas of India 2026 event in Mumbai. He shared his vision, and said that he hoped to take home an 'injection of courage and enthusiasm' as he welcomed youth with enthusiasm. LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 1 MARCH 2026 Back to the roots Sadhika Sharma eat GO FOR GUJIYAS A NEW chapter in taste, tradition, and premium dining has unfolded in the tricity with the unveiling of Janta Premium – Sweets Bakery and Restaurant at Sector 11, Panchkula. With Holi in mind, the outlet has announced an exclusive Holi Gujiya Festival, featuring an impressive range of 22 varieties of gujiya. Adding to the festive charm is a live gujiya counter, where customers can watch freshly prepared gujiyas crafted to perfection. play PARTY TIME L jalandhar OOKING to have lots of fun, colour and excitement this Holi. Event organisers Ant Eye and Bloober Club are hosting a premium Holi party on March 4, titled Rang Rave, at Dope Skybar Cafe, PPR Market in Jalandhar. The organisers are promising curated soundscapes, elevated vibes and electric energy for the elite couples, who want to paint the town in colour this Holi. Theatre artiste and actress Taranjit Kaur is currently seen in the ZEE5 series Shabad Reet Aur Riwaz. Set in a Punjabi household where tradition shapes everyday life, the series explores the emotional tensions between a rigid father, an ambitious teenage son and a mother striving to hold the family together. Taranjit essays the role of the mother, a layered, resilient woman who becomes both the emotional and financial anchor of her home. Speaking about her first reaction to the script, she shares that director Manjot approached her for the project. “The story is rooted in Punjab, which is close to my own upbringing,” she says. Born into a Punjabi family, she felt an instant connection. What drew her most was the strength of the mother’s character. “She is traditional and religious, but also powerful. Mothers everywhere are often the balancing force, holding the family together while supporting their children’s dreams.” To shape the role, Taranjit leaned on emotional memory. Having been in theatre since the age of 15, she credits her mother as a strong influence, calm, caring and unwaveringly supportive. If she had to sum up the series in a sentence, she says, “It asks older generations to be empathetic towards their children’s dreams, and Taranjit Kaur, who plays a mother in Shabad Reet Aur Riwaz, says the story is rooted in Punjab, which is close to her own upbringing Diana dazzles at Milan Fashion Week younger generations to find a balance between ambition and tradition.” Trained under Neelam Mannsingh Chowdhury, theatre remains her foundation. “It gave me discipline, tools and a craft I constantly return to.” While theatre demands heightened energy for a live audience, she notes that digital performances require actors to adhere to the principle of ‘less in more’; subtle and restrained, yet equally layered. Her career took a decisive turn with the Oscarwinning German short film Raju. “It shaped my life,” she says, opening doors to meaningful cinema. Having also appeared in films like Ankhon Dekhi and Airlift, she says the primary criteria for choosing roles is that the roles must excite her, and she closely looks at how layered and varied the characters are. Poetry gives her voice and expression. “It allows me to reflect women’s experiences,” she says. Diana Penty made a striking appearance at the Tod’s Women’s Fall–Winter 26/27 show at Milan Fashion Week, embodying the house’s signature blend of timeless craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Diana’s look perfectly captured this vision. She carried the Di Bag Folio, paired with elegant slingback footwear, and wore Look 20 from the Spring–Summer 2026 collection — a sophisticated ensemble that reflected the brand’s seamless fusion of heritage and modernity. — TNS CHAT UP Boman Irani, Huma Qureshi & Manoj Bajpayee BOONG TO RE-RELEASE IN THEATRES Lakshmipriya Devi’s directorial debut Boong, the first Indian film to win a BAFTA Award, is set to return to the theatres on March 6. Boong scripted history at the 79th BAFTA Award after clinching the honour in the Best Children’s and Family Film category. A fresh poster of the film was also unveiled. NEW SONG FROM DACOIT OUT love The song, Rubaroo, from Mrunal Thakur and Adivi Sesh-starrer Dacoit was unveiled on Friday. Sung by Faheem Abdullah and Chinmayi Sripada, with lyrics penned by Ritesh Rajwada and soul-stirring music composed by Bheems Ceciroleo, Rubaroo is a love track. BAKE IT WITH CARE T ludhiana HIS Women’s Day, a cake workshop invites women to celebrate creativity and selfexpression on March 7. The workshop aims at a hands-on experience, where participants will paint their own pre-frosted cake in a beautifully curated setting honouring femininity and connection. The event includes curated appetizers, a handcrafted beverage and all cake décor supplies, offering women of all ages a meaningful space to create, connect and celebrate themselves. Tickets are priced at Rs. 1850. KERALA STORY 2 BACK IN THEATRES ITSA 2026 CELEBRATES STREAMING STARS The 4th edition of the Indian Telly Streaming Awards was held on February 27 in Mumbai. It celebrated the excellence in OTT and streaming content. An extension of the long-running Indian Telly Awards, the ceremony witnessed strong participation from across the digital entertainment industry. Celebrities including Rasika Dugal, Munawar Faruqui, Rajat Bedi, Nyra Banerjee, Ali Fazal, Boman Irani, Huma Qureshi, Kumar Sanu and Aarti Singh attended the event, reflecting the growing prominence of OTT platforms. Among the award recipients were Munawar Faruqui, Boman Irani, Rajat Bedi, Ishaan Khatter, Manoj Bajpayee and Huma Qureshi. The Odia film Dasama won the Best Regional Language OTT Original Film award. Key categories included Best Actor and Actress, Best Original Film among others. — Sadhika Sharma Harman Baweja c m y b Cinema halls in Lucknow reopened screenings of The Kerala Story 2 late Friday evening after the Kerala High Court lifted the ban on the film’s release, paving the way for shows to resume nationwide from 9 pm. Audiences were seen arriving at Novelty Cinema Hall in Lalbagh as bookings resumed following the court’s decision. Ishaan Khatter