30032026-LSTC-01.qxd 3/29/2026 8:17 PM Page 1 c m y b BARRY CALDWELL PASSES AWAY Animator and director Barry Caldwell, who was best known for his work on popular shows like Animaniacs and Pinky and the Brain, has passed away. He was 68. Caldwell had a long and respected career in animation and was known for his work as an artist, designer, and director. amritsar WHAT’S A HOT eat CHAAT LEGACY beloved name in Amritsar’s street food scene, Brijwasi Chat Bhandar has been serving flavoursome delights since 1958. With its oldest outlet at Crystal Chowk on Cooper Road, and other locations in Ranjit Avenue, Rani Ka Bagh, and the newly opened Guru Nanak Dev University shopping complex, it remains a go-to for locals. Known for its mix chaat, papri chaat, bun tikki, aloo tikki, bhel puri, dahi bhalla, gol gappe, and signature kanji, the eatery stands out for its freshness — everything is prepared live near the seating area. The real secret, however, lies in its distinctive chutneys that elevate every bite. TRIBUNE Younger you... Life Miley Cyrus walked down memory lane as she revisited her younger self in her latest music video, Younger You. The emotional track is part of the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special. LUDHIANA | MONDAY | 30 MARCH 2026 Summer style starts with the right shades S UMMER is officially here, and if Bollywood has taught us anything, it’s that no outfit is complete without the right pair of shades. Whether you’re airportbound, street-style ready, or stepping out for a coffee run, sunglasses are the one accessory that does the heavy lifting every single time — equal parts practical and impossibly chic. This season, our favourite leading ladies are reminding us exactly why the frame game matters. And honestly, we’re taking notes. From bold wraparounds to classic aviators, Bollywood’s leading ladies prove the right sunglasses make every outfit instantly iconic ISHA KOPPIKAR Isha brings the fun with chunky olive-drab frames and warm amber lenses. It’s bold, retro, and completely unexpected. Paired with a panda-print shirt and golden-hour light, this is the kind of look that makes you stop scrolling. DIA MIRZA ANUSHKA SHARMA Dia keeps it cool and carefree in sleek double-bridge aviators that perfectly complement her breezy all-black linen look. There’s a laid-back ease here — the kind of style that looks like you didn’t even try (which, of course, is the hardest thing to pull off). Anushka keeps it effortlessly cool in sleek round black frames that feel timeless without trying too hard. Striding through the airport in a breezy blue striped ensemble, she’s the picture of quiet confidence — the kind of low-key, high-impact style only the truly selfassured can pull off. CHITRANGDA SINGH Chitrangda proves that sometimes simple is everything. Her sleek black cat-eye frames, paired with a wide smile, are the definition of effortless cool. Take your cue from Bollywood’s finest, invest in frames that speak your language, and step out like the leading lady you are. shimla KRITI SANON Kriti goes full fashion girl in bold black wraparound frames that feel straight off a European street-style feed. Paired with a navy trench and a Burberry bag, she’s serving serious boss energy. This is sunglasses as a statement, not an afterthought. play STAGE STORIES T HEATRE enthusiasts in Shimla can look forward to an engaging cultural showcase as Sumukha, Gaiety Theatre, and the North Zone Cultural Centre host the Pratibha Natya Utsav at the iconic Gaiety Theatre. The festival opened with Apne Apne Daav, directed by Mukesh Jha, followed by Seediya by Sumukha, Delhi, under the direction of Arvind Singh Chandravanshi. It concludes with Mann Ke Bhawar on March 30, helmed by Rupesh Bhimta and presented by Shimla Acting Academy. With diverse storytelling and seasoned performers, the festival promises an immersive theatrical experience. Vijay Varma turns Matka King Prime Video celebrated Vijay Varma’s birthday by announcing April 17 as the worldwide premiere of his upcoming Prime Original drama Matka King. Created and written by Abhay Koranne and directed by Nagraj Popatrao Manjule, the series is set in the fast-changing Bombay of the love 1960s. It follows the fictional journey of an enterprising cotton trader who invents a new gambling system called Matka, turning an elite pastime into a nationwide phenomenon. The series is produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur and Nagraj Popatrao Manjule. Matka King stars Vijay Varma, Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, Siddharth Jadhav, and Gulshan Grover in lead roles, with Vineet Kumar Singh and Simran Ashwini in pivotal roles. The series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide on April 17. Into the shadows of Tunnel 33 DIVINE RHYTHM T mohali HE Saras Mela Ground in Mohali came alive on Saturday as the muchanticipated Royal Stag BoomBox Music Fest delivered an electrifying experience for music lovers. The event featured an impressive line-up of popular artistes, including Divine, Neeti Mohan, Rashmeet Kaur, Payal Dev, and DJ Sahil Gulati. Each performer brought a unique style to the stage, creating a vibrant fusion of Bollywood melodies and hiphop beats. Divine’s powerful rap numbers, Neeti Mohan’s soulful voice, and Rashmeet Kaur’s energetic performances had the audience grooving throughout the night. CHAT UP BRITNEY’S BACK KOHLI’S FLYING KISS Britney Spears has returned to Instagram following her Driving Under the Influence (DUI), impaired by alcohol and drugs, arrest earlier in March. The singer took to her Instagram account on Saturday to post a video in which she can be seen dancing in front of a mirror with her 19-year-old son, Jayden. Moments after leading RCB to a spectacular win in the IPL 2026 opener, Virat Kohli blew a flying kiss to his wife Anushka Sharma. The clips of his adorable gesture went viral. Banderas on Hollywood bias ADIVI-PAWAN COLLAB Telugu superstarAdivi Sesh created a wave of excitement in Gorakhpur as he joined hands with Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh to launch their groovy track Touch Buddy. HAPPY HITS NETFLIX Actor and co-director Vir Das is excited as Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos prepares for its Netflix India debut on April 1. Das shared, “Happy Patel has always been a slightly mad, self-aware ride, and I love that it now finds a home on Netflix India… It becomes more personal, more instinctive.” c m y b Oscar-nominated actor Antonio Banderas revealed facing ethnic typecasting early in his career, being told he could only play “bad guys” due to his Hispanic heritage. He overcame this with iconic roles like Zorro and Puss in Boots. Banderas reflected, “They see a cat that has a Spanish accent and he’s a good guy,” highlighting his breakthrough in familyfriendly, heroic roles. Senior journalist Vikrant Parmar launched his debut novel Tunnel Number 33 at the Chandigarh Press Club on Saturday. Published by Fern Tree Publishing, the novel explores memory, mystery, and the lingering presence of the past against the haunting backdrop of the historic Shimla–Kalka railway. The story follows Rudra Pratap, a writer in search of meaning, and Mahadev Singh, a legendary train driver believed to carry a mysterious mission tied to the past. Their chance meeting during an ominous journey unfolds into a gripping exploration of life in the hills. Speaking at the launch, Parmar shared that the mystique surrounding Tunnel Number 33 had fascinated him since childhood. Growing up in Shimla, he had long been drawn to stories about the railway line and its tunnels, as well as the supernatural folklore that surrounds them. In the novel, these personal memories merge with imagination to create an atmospheric narrative rooted in place and emotion.