01092026-LSTL-01.qxd 8/31/2026 7:52 PM Page 1 c m y b LOVE’S DIFFERENT SHADES Om Ka Hari, starring Soni Razdan, Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav, is set to hit theatres on September 18, 2026. For Harish Vyas, it completes his trilogy of films after Angrezi Mein Kehte Hain and Hum Bhi Akele-Tum Bhi Akele. TRIBUNE Life Veteran actor Anupam Kher is set to feature in his 555th film. Kher made his acting debut with Mahesh Bhatt’s Saaransh in 1984. Since then, he played a wide range of roles. LUDHIANA | TUESDAY | 1 SEPTEMBER 2026 Short-hair squad ‘Boys serves glam can cry too’ S HORT hair is no longer just a bold beauty choice, it has become a major style statement, with leading ladies embracing the trend in the most glamorous way possible. From chic and sophisticated cuts to edgy and effortlessly cool styles, shorter lengths are making waves for all the right reasons. These stunning looks prove that short hair can be versatile, elegant and incredibly fashionable, while adding a fresh dose of confidence and personality. If you’re looking for some serious hair inspiration, these stylish avatars are sure to make you consider going short. Confident vibe: Shraddha Kapoor kind of want to do your best, you want to protect them, you want to also show them a side that they are responsible. So the only thing I keep praying for is kindness. Men should be more kind, boys should be more kind.” Daayra is scheduled to be released on September 18. The film stars Kareena and Prithviraj Sukumaran as cops who face off while navigating the dark and complex world of juvenile crime. As per the makers, the film is “inspired by true events.” The film follows two senior police officers, played by Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, on opposing sides of a case that challenges the very idea of right and wrong.” Sharing his experience working in the film, Prithviraj Sukumaran said, “Meghna Gulzar is a filmmaker whose craft I have closely followed and Daayra gave me the opportunity to work with her. It was a rewarding experience and working Chic transforwith Kareena made mation: Shalini Pandey the journey even Shalini Pandey looks bold more special. I hope and confident with her short the audience connects with the hairstyle. The look beautifully world we have highlights her facial features and created, a story gives her personality an edgy that is gripping touch. Shalini’s look is perfect inspiration for anyone looking and deeply to embrace a chic hair human.” — transformation. ANI Shraddha Kapoor looks effortlessly chic in her short-hair avatar. The hairstyle beautifully frames her face and adds a fresh touch to her personality. She manages to balance simplicity with a glamorous appeal. Her confident vibe makes the shorthair look even more stylish. impeccable fashion sense makes the look even more striking. Tara proves that short hair can effortlessly deliver a red-carpet-worthy glam quotient. Edgy look: Tara Sutaria Tara Sutaria adds her signature glamorous touch to the short-hair trend. The hairstyle gives her a modern, sophisticated and slightly edgy appearance. Her Style statement: Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde looks stunning while embr acing the short-hair trend . The hairstyle gives he r face a sharp and elegant definition. She carri es the look with confide nce, glamour and eff ortless sophistication. Po oja’s avatar is a perfect example of how short ha ir can make a powerfu l style statement. Fashion forward: Aneet Padda Aneet Padda carries short hair with contemporary charm. The hairstyle perfectly complements her youthful and modern personality. Effortless styling makes the look appear both sophisticated and refreshing. PRITHVIRAJ SUKUMARAN Badshah debuts in Marathi HIP HOP WITH CHIMNA Badshah is taking his music deeper into India’s regional soundscape with Chimna, his first Marathi hip-hop track. The song is an energetic celebration of Maharashtra’s culture, bringing the earthy character of Marathi folk music into conversation with the rapper’s contemporary, high-energy hiphop sound. The music video, shot entirely in Kolhapur, captures the rhythm of everyday Maharashtra, moving through colourful wedding processions, the lives of daily wage workers and the intense world of traditional mud wrestling at an akhada. Marathi actress Neha Khan adds to the video’s energy with a lively appearance. The regional debut also brings together artistes from different musical worlds. Bollywood singer Divya Kumar joins forces with Marathi folk artiste Nagesh Morwekar, while producer Hiten shapes the track’s vibrant sound. Together, the team creates a meeting point between indigenous folk influences and Badshah’s instantly recognisable commercial hip-hop style. At the heart of Chimna is a playful exchange between old and new. The song draws from a familiar Marathi folk TARA SUTARIA Shraddha Kapoor, Tara Sutaria, Pooja Hegde and others show just how versatile, stylish and fun short hair can be Kareena Kapoor Khan opens up on raising boys at the trailer launch of Daayra Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan believes men should be more open about their emotions and embrace their sensitive side, saying that being sensitive is not limited to women. Speaking at the trailer launch of her upcoming film Daayra in Mumbai, Kareena said that while women are often perceived as being more sensitive, men and boys should also feel comfortable expressing their emotions and dealing openly with the challenges they face in life. The actor also shared how she encourages her sons to embrace their feelings. “At the end of the day, I’m a mother of two sons and of course, I’m terrified because as a mother, you Kher @555 refrain — “Ek chimna chiv chivla / majha sajan jaga zhala ho / surya ugavla (A sparrow chirped, my beloved woke up, the sun has risen)” — before transitioning into Badshah’s punchy rap verses. The rapper keeps the regional flavour intact while introducing his own swagger. The song’s closing statement makes his intention particularly clear. With the words “Tumcha mulga badshah” (Your boy Badshah) — he embraces Maharashtra’s audience while marking his arrival in the regional music space. With Chimna, Badshah continues his trajectory of collaborating with regional talent. Speaking about the track, Badshah says, “India’s regional music is a goldmine and I want to celebrate every corner of it. Chimna is my love letter to Maharashtra’s rich creative canvas. I am incredibly grateful for how this project turned out, and this one’s dedicated to all my day one Maharashtrian fans!” Calls the celebratory song his ‘love letter to Maharashtra’ CHAT UP GG TURNS 20 Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu and former actress Namrata Shirodkar’s son Gautam Ghattamaneni turned 20 on Monday. The Okkadu star penned a sweet note on Instagram for the birthday boy. “Happy 20 GG!! As you step into this new chapter, may you always chase your dreams with courage and kindness...” DARSHAN’S LETTERS TO INDIA Singer Darshan Raval is gearing up for his five-city The Lover Letters India Tour, spanning Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata and New Delhi in November and December. Darshan said, “This run is particularly close to my heart because it follows a long period away from the stage.” Manasi Parekh reunites with family after Nepal ordeal Actor Manasi Parekh has safely returned to Mumbai on Sunday after being stranded amidst flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-China border during Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation’s Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. In the videos doing the rounds on the Internet, Manasi could be seen getting emotional upon reuniting with her husband and c m y b daughter at the Mumbai airport. Tears rolled down their faces as the family finally saw each other again after the ordeal. After returning home, Manasi also thanked everyone who had been constantly checking on her and expressing concern about her well-being. Sharing how overwhelming the past few days had been, the actor on Instagram wrote, “Thank you so much for all the love, messages, calls and prayers. The last 3-4 days have been overwhelming and getting out of China and reaching the Nepal border felt like winning a war.” Manasi recalled how a massive landslide in Nyalam, Tibet, brought their journey to a standstill, leaving her and the other pilgrims trapped in their bus. “There was a huge land slide at the China town of Nyalam which kept us waiting in our bus for four hours till we could start our journey out of China by road. Then after a long bus ride of 40 miles we reached the border of Nepal where there had been another landslide which we had to walk through as there was no other way for us to make it till the buses waiting on the other side. And then it was the bumpiest bus ride of our lives as we made our way to Kathmandu which was four hours away. But all this was worth it because it meant coming back to Mumbai, To my family and getting to kiss my daughter,” she shared. — ANI CHIRANJEEVI’S ‘SEED GANESHA’ Actor Chiranjeevi has joined an environmental campaign urging people to choose eco-friendly idols for Ganesh Chaturthi. The actor unveiled ‘Seed Ganesha’ idols at his Hyderabad residence. The initiative encourages people to use idols made from natural clay with seeds of native trees such as neem and tamarind. Shailene Woodley recalls losing dream role in Spider-Man 2 Actor Shailene Woodley says she once starred as Mary Jane Watson in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 only for the role to be cut from the final movie. The Fault in Our Stars actor said, "I was cast as Mary Jane for SpiderMan, which was my dream. We filmed like three scenes together, me and Andrew Garfield. And then, like a year later, they were like, 'So, you're not in the movie anymore.' And I was like, 'What? What do you mean?' And they're like, ' We've introduced a lot of new characters in this last one, and we're going to wait for whatever happens between Emma (Stone) and Andrew (Garfield).'" According to Woodley, the plan was to introduce her character after Stone's Gwen Stacy dies in the movie but then the studio decided not to go ahead with the third instalment after the second movie didn't do well at the box office. — PTI