02062026-LSTC-01.qxd 6/2/2026 12:46 AM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE HOLLYWOOD MEMORIES jalandhar WHAT’S HOT Savour I No fans Life Bruce Dern recalled a rainy walk with Marilyn Monroe that unexpectedly led to an encounter with another screen legend, Greta Garbo. During the screening of the documentary Dernsie: The Amazing Life of Bruce Dern, the 89-year-old actor reflected on his interactions with some of the biggest stars of Hollywood. Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe says he has kept his fandom hidden from his son and plans to keep it that way. Radcliffe says it is easier to explain professions such as a doctor or a policeman. CHANDIGARH | TUESDAY | 2 JUNE 2026 ‘I have so much pagalpan PHOTO: VISHAL KUMAR AFGHANI DELIGHT F you are looking for authentic Afghani cuisine in Jalandhar, recently-opened Basha Kabob House on 66-Feet-Road is your go-to-place. Decked up with Persian carpets, Arabic scripts and kitchenware, the new eatery has become popular for charred kobabs, aromatic rice platters, smoky and tender meats and slowcooked non-veg specialties. The opening last week was held with a musical night by Sufi singer Mosam Ali. left in me’ After earning a place on the prestigious TIME 100 Most Influential People list, Vikas Khanna is now focused on his latest film, Imaginary Rain. We catch up with the celebrity chef in Amritsar… play chandigarh BLUEPRINT FOR FUTURE Neha Saini O N World Environment Day, Alliance Française Chandigarh and the Association of Professional Social Workers and Development Practitioners invite you to an evening of frank conversation with leading voices from climate science, public health, urban policy, and civil society. On June 5 at Alliance Française de Chandigarh, Sector 36 from 4 pm to 5.30 pm. W hen he first told his father that he wished to study culinary arts, Vikas Khanna was told that for a common man, he would always remain a server. “My father told me — what can you achieve by cooking? Will you be able to cook for President of America? And my biji, grandmother Bimla Khanna, who was sitting beside me, at that moment said, ‘ thathastu’,” said Khanna, as he sat down for an interview with us in Amritsar. “Later, my father bought me my first tandoor, as a birthday gift,” he said. This anecdote is enough to explain the reverence Chef Vikas Khanna has always shown while speaking about the women in his life— his grandmother, his mother Bindu Khanna and his late sister, Radha. “They have been a constant source of hope, encouragement for me. My father was sceptical, but my mother never gave up on me,” he said. Khanna was speaking at a special event hosted by Phulkari —Women of Amritsar. Reflecting on his journey from working at Lawrance Garden, a small banquet venue, to becoming the first Indian chef to be named to the prestigious TIME 100 Most Influential People list, Khanna says he believes his best work lies ahead and that he has much more to contribute. “I am still scared of this kind of success. When Times 100 list was announced, I froze and did not know how to react. But I realised the importance of Indian food and power an influence of Indian cuisine globally now.” Bungalow, his latest venture in New York, is a laugh ludhiana SHAKAHARI SHOW L UDHIANA is set to host an evening of laughter as comedian Balraj Syal brings his stand-up special Shudh Shakahari to Big B on June 7 at 7 pm. Known for his witty appearances on popular comedy and reality shows, Syal will take the stage with his trademark Punjabi charm and sharp observational humour. Virushka moments from the field Anushka Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli were seen dancing and celebrating at Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) victory party after the franchise clinched its second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title, with videos from the celebration quickly going viral on social media. A video shared by RCB captured the couple enjoying the post-match celebrations after the team secured a fivewicket victory over the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad on Sunday. “King Kohli’s masterclass on the dance floor...Pure vibes. Wholesome. And so much more. Anushka Sharma, thank you for being our Day 1,” the caption reads along with the video. As the team gathered to mark the achievement, Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma celebrate RCB’s IPL win with heartwarming dance, video wins hearts Virat and Anushka appeared in high spirits, sharing joyful moments together on the dance floor. The video also showed Virat breaking into a celebratory dance with RCB batting coach Dinesh Karthik. Fans expressed their excitement and reacted to the video. One of the social media users wrote, “This trophy is unmatched”, while another commented, “Virat on field..Virat on dance” Apart from the couple’s dance, Virat’s T-shirt also grabbed attention. He sported a T-shirt carrying the message, “One felt nice, we did twice,” referencing RCB’s back-to-back IPL titles. Following the historic win, Anushka gave a special shout-out to her husband on social media. KAILASH KHER’S ENERGETIC PERFORMANCE Singer Kailash Kher performed a mid-innings performance at the final of the Indian Premier League at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The singer performed the song Babam Bam during his performance. It was supported by a large group of background dancers that elevated the overall celebration of the night. Kailash Kher won the hearts of spectators with his energetic performance. — ANI c m y b tribute to his sister Radha. It was a promise that he made to his mother. Today, it gets a waiting list of over 10,000 people and has become not just a restaurant but a place to celebrate Indian food. “Indian food is meant to heal, it’s very internal for us, and especially cultural aspect of food has touched people. When people come to Bungalow, they are looking for a connection. Bungalow has become a place where people come to celebrate festivals. We had guest, a lady from Gujarat, who celebrated her 100th birthday there,” he said. Beyond running a successful restaurant in the food capital of the world, Khanna is a filmmaker, producer and author. His upcoming film Imaginary Rain has Shabana Azmi in the lead role, alongside Prateik Patil Babbar. “I Just watched the trailer and got goosepbumps. All I have to say is that people will see I have so much pagalpan left in me,” he said. The film is adapted from Khanna’s 2023 novel of the same name and is described as an emotional drama centered on food, grief, family, identity, and reconnecting with one’s roots. “It starts in New York and ends in Amritsar, in the world’s largest kitchen. The langar at the Golden Temple. The narrative uses Indian cuisine as a way to explore healing, memory, and self-discovery,” he said. The film recently drew attention because of the emotional connection between Shabana Azmi and Prateik Patil Babbar, the son of late actress Smita Patil. Khanna, describes Imaginary Rain is “the best work of my life,” and he says directing Shabana Azmi is “one of the greatest privileges” of his career. Parul Gulati engaged? Actor and entrepreneur Parul Gulati has set social media buzzing after sharing a photo on Instagram that has left fans and followers wondering if wedding bells are on the horizon. In the picture, Parul can be seen on a video call with a friend, sporting an excited expression while showing off a sparkling solitaire ring on the ring finger of her left hand. While Parul has neither confirmed nor addressed the rumours, the intriguing update has left many curious about the mystery behind the ring. Questions surrounding a possible engagement, and more importantly, who the lucky person might be, have since become a talking point among her followers. Vishal Jethwa bulks up for Shakti Shalini Vishal Jethwa is currently focusing on a major physical transformation for an upcoming project. The actor has been following a strict fitness routine that includes regular workouts, a controlled diet, and a disciplined lifestyle as part of his preparation. As per reports, the prep is for Shakti Shalini where the actor requires to be bulked up for his part. Vishal said, “Achieving peak fitness is never easy. People often notice the physi- cal change, but a lot of emotional and mental discipline goes into it. I believe in ‘no pain, no gain’ because transformation only happens when you are willing to push yourself every day..” He added, “For me, fitness is not just about appearance. It is also about building mental strength and consistency. I have been training regularly and staying focused on the process. It has been a learning experience.” — TNS