23092026-LSTC-01.qxd 9/22/2026 8:55 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE SRK’S FESTIVE PANDAL VISIT Sonali presents Life Shah Rukh Khan, with wife Gauri and daughter Suhana, visited Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja pandal for Ganesh Chaturthi. He also offered prayers at the T-Series office. Sonali Bendre unveiled the poster of Sohla, marking her first outing as a film presenter and introducing audiences to Pashya, the heart of the story. Sohla,hits cinemas on October 16 LUDHIANA | WEDNESDAY | 23 SEPTEMBER2026 The forever heartthrobs club From Milind Soman to Sidharth Malhotra, a toast to the Internet’s ultimate, timeless crushes A fan frenzy around Sidharth Malhotra during the promotions of Vyaan has us revisiting a familiar Bollywood phenomenon: the men who seem to have a permanent place on our crush list. From the supermodel era of Milind Soman and Arjun Rampal’s brooding appeal to Rajniesh Duggal’s classic good looks and Harshvardhan Rane’s intense romantic charm, these are the evergreen men who have kept fans swooning across generations. And yes, Sidharth Malhotra’s latest fan-favourite moment proves that some crushes are built to last. National Awards Yami, Kartik & Mammootty win top honours At the 72nd National Awards, held at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat, Yami Gautam, Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty were presented Best Actress and Best actor awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. Malayalam superstar Mammootty won his fourth Best Actor trophy for Bramayugam. Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor honour for Chandu Champion. Yami Gautam took home Best Actress for Article 370, which was also named Best Feature Film. Randeep Hooda earned Best Debut Direction for Swatantrya Veer Savarkar. — TNS THE ULTIMATE CLASSIC Milind Soman Ever since he emerged from a wooden box in Alisha Chinai’s Made in India music video back in 1995, Milind Soman set a benchmark for heartthrobs. Decades later, his salt-and-pepper hair, jawline, and commitment to fitness keep him effortless and iconic. THE BROODING SMOLDER Arjun Rampal With chiselled cheekbones, a baritone voice, and effortless swagger, Arjun Rampal defines brooding sophistication. From Om Shanti Om to Rock On!!, his brooding charm makes him impossible to ignore whenever he walks into frame. THE RAW MAVERICK Randeep Hooda Randeep Hooda brings an earthy, unfiltered magnetism to the screen. Combining rugged good looks with sheer acting intensity in films like Highway and Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster, his style makes his screen appeal stick. THE CLASSIC LOOKER Rajniesh Duggal Starting as a supermodel before stealing hearts in 1920, Rajniesh Duggal embodies a refined, classical charm. With piercing eyes, sharp features, and an understated elegance, he effortlessly transitions from mysterious romantic leads to high-octane reality television, leaving an enduring impression. THE INTENSE ROMANTIC Harshvardhan Rane Ever since Sanam Teri Kasam, Harshvardhan Rane has earned a reputation as the ultimate tragic romantic hero. His brooding eyes, athletic build, and soulful intensity give him an irresistible romantic pull. THE BOY-NEXT-DOOR Sidharth Malhotra Sidharth Malhotra hit the ground running in Student of the Year and solidified his status with Shershaah. Blending striking features with a gentle, soft-spoken charm, he remains the quintessential modern romantic lead. ISTOCK WHAT’S Prem Keetanu HOT dance Don’t let a viral reel ruin your skin. We enlist expert help to analyse five trending skincare hacks to find out if they are worth the hype G play INDIAN ODYSSEY O delhi DYSSEY, a solo exhibition by artist Poonam Bhatnagar, curated by Uma Nair, is on at LTC, Bikaner House, New Delhi, from September 23–27, 2026. The exhibition brings together Bhatnagar’s works across Prakriti, Mayura, Enlightened One and Mythos, tracing her engagement with nature, memory, spirituality and Indian mythology. laugh panchkula KISI KO BATANA MAT A FTER the success of Bas Kar Bassi, Anubhav Singh Bassi returns with a whole new set of funny stories and jokes in his last tour, promising an exciting, hilarious performance that’ll leave you in high spirits. Catch it at Indradhanush Auditorium, Panchkula, on September 26, 2026. ISTOCK mohali FITOOR LIVE ATHER your friends for an engaging evening of live Bollywood music, expressive performances, delicious food and a vibrant ambience made for a memorable Sunday night. Catch it at Studio XO, Mohali, on September 27, 2026. To slugg or not to slugg? Mona but skin-type dependent. Just like everything else, skin care has moved to reels as well. The gap between what goes viral and what actually holds up under scientific scrutiny is where most skin damage happens. We enlist some expert help, Diksha Bhardwaj cofounder, The Orange Skincare, decodes five hacks that are trending the social media. 2. DOUBLE CLEANSING (oil cleanser followed by a water-based cleanser) 1. SLUGGING (sealing skin overnight with an occlusive like petroleum jelly) Petroleum jelly acts as an occlusive, preventing overnight water loss rather than adding hydration, which is why people wake up looking dewy However, it works best on dry or dehydrated skin over a moisturiser. Oily or acneprone skin may experience breakouts. Verdict: Effective and low-risk (Clockwise from top) Milind Soman, Arjun Rampal, Randeep Hooda, Sidharth Malhotra & Rajniesh Duggal An oil or balm dissolves oil-soluble sunscreen, makeup, and sebum, while the second water-based cleanse lifts away dirt and sweat without harsh scrubbing. The catch is overuse; choosing two stripping, foaming cleansers can damage the skin barrier. Verdict: Genuinely effective, provided you don’t overdo it with harsh cleansers. 3. GUA SHA (facial rolling) Promoted as a permanent “sculpting” tool, gua sha actually works as a facial massage that temporarily boosts local blood flow and helps drain pooled fluid to reduce morning puffiness. The effect is shortlived, and aggressive pressure or unwashed tools can cause c m y b bruising or spread bacteria. Verdict: A real temporary depuffing effect from massage. 4. ONE SWIPE OF SPF LASTS ALL DAY This is a dangerous misconception: that makeup with SPF is enough.UVA rays penetrate window glass and cloud cover, and sunscreen degrades with sweat and touch. Verdict: A genuine risk for cumulative UV damage. 5. SKIN CYCLING (rotating actives with rest nights) This trend involves alternating between exfoliation, retinoid, and rest nights to allow the skin barrier to repair instead of layering harsh actives daily. It is a flexible framework so as sensitive skin may require extra rest nights. Verdict: Effective and sciencealigned, one of the best viral trends to adopt. Veer Pahariya & Aparshakti Khurana lock horns over love The trailer of Prem Keetanu arrives as an unabashedly commercial yet relatable entertainer. At the centre of this madness is Veer Pahariya, who looks completely in his element as a hopelessly-inlove, adorably lost boy. Aparshakti Khurana, meanwhile, brings a completely different energy to the equation, turning up the swagger as the dapper man who can walk into a room and command attention. When their worlds collide and both find themselves drawn to the same girl, the result is equal parts romance, rivalry and comic mayhem. Right in the middle of this tug-of-war is Aafiya Sayed. Tom Cruise speaks about AI, says audience wants ‘real things’ on screen ‘Keep creating’ Hollywood star Tom Cruise says artificial intelligence is “coming and going to happen”, but also agrees the audience wants to experience “real things” on screen. The emergence of AI and the use of technology specifically in the film industry has been a topic of debate. Cruise, attended the BAFTA Life in Pictures conversation on Monday in London. Asked about AI, the actor said, “You know, it is coming and it is going to happen...But people want to see real things.” He also added creatives should “keep creating”. Cruise concluded by speaking about his film Digger. “I have never read a movie like this. It is one of the most moving films,” he said. The actor features in the film as Digger Rockwell, an oil baron whose company’s actions trigger an ecological disaster with the potential to spark a nuclear war. — PTI