14122025-LSTL-01.qxd 12/13/2025 8:34 PM Page 1 c m y b ALL EYES ON IKKIS Maddock Films’ Ikkis has secured the coveted #3 spot on IMDb’s Most Anticipated New Indian Movies list. The ranking points to the growing curiosity about this war drama, which brings the valour of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal to the screen. TRIBUNE Life Back again Returning to Chandigarh for Tu Juliet Jatt Di felt like slipping back into a familiar rhythm for Sangita Ghosh, who has filmed here multiple times, including during Swaran Ghar. LUDHIANA | SUNDAY | 14 DECEMBER 2025 Jab jhumka gira re, Bombay ke bazaar main… F OR over 35 years, designer Anju Modi has shaped the landscape of Indian fashion with her deep-rooted reverence for craft and her ability to weave heritage into contemporary design. A quiet force behind some of Bollywood’s most iconic costumes and a steadfast champion of India’s artisans, Modi continues to redefine couture with authenticity and soul. In Chandigarh to launch her new Jaypore x Anju Modi collection, she brings not just garments, but decades of storytelling, artistry and her unwavering belief that fashion is most powerful when it honours the hands that create it. From spending stress-filled moments on the sets to working with the craftsmen from across country, celebrated designer Anju Modi shares her journey PHOTO: VICKY Mona Designer who lives her stories The shadi must-have “Shaadi mein skirt ya lehenga nahi pehna toh kya hi maza kiya!” laughs the designer, her eyes lighting up as she gently pulls out a cream-and-red silkviscose hand-embroidered jacket, top and skirt. The long jacket — elegant, fluid and adorned with artisanal detailing — comes with a tiny, thoughtfully embroidered pocket for the phone. The embroidery is an ode to Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad. In fact, she takes many of her motifs from museum designs. “When I designed this piece, I imagined the wearer dancing at a function,” she says. “And where does the phone go? Like it or not, it has become an extension of our bodies. No one wants to carry a bag while dancing — so here’s a pocket that lets you be free on the dance floor!” This limited collection picks celebratory tor 7. The showcase brought together craft connoisseurs, fashion enthusiasts, artisans and design lovers for an immersive celebration of Indian heritage. For Modi, the collaboration is significant and seamless, blending of ideals and affordability. “Every ensemble tells a story of craftsmanship that bridges past and present — rooted in tradition, yet made for today’s woman.” colours from nature — turmeric yellow, sindoori red… It is this blend of practicality, poetry and purpose that defines Modi’s 35-year journey — one that has taken her from Palampur to Pochampally, learning from and working closely with India’s master craftspeople. “I have always found my mentors in our craftsmen,” she says. “They have carried our heritage for thousands of years. Sustainability, for me, is a circle —we take from the earth and ultimately, all goes back to it. The kaarigars create from it and feed their families, and the people who wear these clothes feel joy. In that joy, in that livelihood, in that craft — all of us are together in this.” Chandigarh connect Modi has visited Chandigarh several times and is always charmed by its style sensibility. “I have friends here, and I’ve attended memorable weddings,” she says. “Women in Chandigarh are confident, fun and progressive. Almost every woman here can play the dholki! The wedding vibe is infectious — people dance so much, they forget all about the jaimala and pheras,” she laughs. It’s no surprise then that the city felt like the perfect place to unveil her latest artistic collaboration. Homage to Indian craft Jaypore, the artisanal lifestyle brand under Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL), partnered with Anju Modi to debut a limited-edition collection at their newly launched flagship store in Sec- A celebrated name in couture and Bollywood costume design, Modi has created iconic looks for films such as Bajirao Mastani and Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. She recalls one particularly stressful night while shooting a high-energy garba sequence with Deepika Padukone. “One of Deepika’s jhumkas flew off mid-dance and continuity demanded an identical pair. It was 8 pm in Mumbai. I called my Delhi office in a panic — and luckily, we had a spare pair in the store. My team flew out that very night to deliver it so the shoot could resume the next morning!” she laughs now, though the stress still feels fresh. A space that breathes craft Alongside Modi’s creations, the store also features Jaypore’s signature range of apparel, jewellery, and home décor. With her warmth, wit and unwavering dedication to craft, Anju Modi’s presence in Chandigarh is not just a launch — it is a celebration. Of heritage, of artistry, of dancing freely in your favourite lehenga… It’s a wrap for Diljit’s latest project Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh has collaborated with director Imtiaz Ali after their critically acclaimed film Amar Singh Chamkila. The actor shared glimpses from his shoot. Tak- ing to Instagram, Diljit shared a series of photos to confirm his next untitled project with Imtiaz Ali. In a set of pictures, Diljit is seen wearing a brown jacket, a t-shirt, and black trousers. He is seen bowing to pay his respect to Imtiaz Ali. Sharing the photos, Diljit wrote, “Wrapped Shooting For Imtiaz Ali Sir’s Film.” — ANI Gujarati actor Shruhad Goswami joins Kyunki Saas Bhi ... cast Major twist alert! The iconic Star Plus show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is gearing up for an exciting new turn as acclaimed Gujarati actor Shruhad Goswami joins the cast for a series of special episodes. Known for his impactful performances in Gujarati cinema and television, Goswami has earned widespread appreciation for his portrayal of Krishna in the devotional blockbuster Laalo, Krishna Sada Sahaayate. His entry into the Hindi television space is expected to bring a refreshing dynamic to the narrative. Goswami will be seen playing a pivotal role in the upcoming episodes. Sources suggest that his presence will significantly influence the ongoing storyline and intensify the emotional arc of key characters. Television stars reveal their regional winter delicacies! ‘Kabhi ghamand nahi kiya’ Akshay Kumar’s hilarious responseto Akshaye Khanna’s Tees Maar Khan joke Amid the growing buzz around Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar, Akshay Kumar has dropped his quick-witted response to humorous content on social media. A fan jokingly thanked Akshay Kumar for “giving an amazing actor” as Akshaye Khanna, referencing his role in their 2010 film, Tees Maar Khan. “Thank you director saab, for giving the nation such an amazing actor,” the fan wrote, along with a popular scene from the Farah Khan directorial. Akshay, who never misses a chance for a playful comeback, replied with his trademark humour. “Kabhi ghamand nahi kiya bhai...kabhi ghamand nahi kiya,” he wrote. The fun banter comes at a time when Dhurandhar has been receiving rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. Akshay too dropped his share of praises and wrote, “Watched Dhurandhar and I’m blown away. What a gripping tale and you’ve simply nailed it @AdityaDharFilms. We need our stories to be told in a hard-hitting way and I’m so glad the audiences are giving the film all the love it deserves.” The film is inspired by real-life events, ranging from the 2001 Parliament attack and the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. — ANI As the chill of winter settles in, there is nothing quite like the comfort of authentic, homestyle food to warm both the heart and soul. Television artistes, adored for bringing their vibrant characters to life on screen, open up about the nostalgic flavours and winterspecial dishes from their hometowns that they absolutely can’t resist! Sharing their love for regional delicacies are Priyamvada Kant, Yogesh Tripathi, Rohitashv Gour, Harsh Vashisht and Richa Soni. Food for the soul Paratha party Priyamvada Kant Priyamvada Kant, who hails from Delhi, shares, “Winter in Delhi is incomplete without food! From hot parathas straight off the tawa at breakfast to steaming bowls of chole kulche or gajar ka halwa loaded with desi ghee, every meal feels like a celebration. My favourite is my mom’s special sarson ka saag and makki ki roti with a dollop of white butter. It is a pure comfort! And of course, Delhi’s street food takes a magical turn in the winter — chaat, jalebi and piping hot chai in kulhads.” Besan ka halwa, anyone? Yogesh Tripathi Yogesh Tripathi, a proud native of Uttar Pradesh, says, “In UP winter means hearty, , rustic food that fills you with warmth. I still remember waking up to the smell of freshly made litti chokha and saag Yogesh Tripathi Richa Soni is the food! I grew up eating hearty pahadi dishes like siddu, madra and chha gosht — rich, warming, and made with local ingredients that fight off the cold. My favourite winter ritual was sitting by the bukhari (heater) with a plate of rajma-chawal and some homemade pickles.” Bhutta on the beach Harsh Vashisht Harsh Vashisht shares, “Winter always brings a special kind of warmth to my heart and to my plate! My absolute favourite Mumbai winter food is a hot bowl of misal pav paired with a cutting chai. Another winter comfort is roasted corn on the cob by the beach; the smell itself takes me back to my childhood. Even today, whenever the weather turns pleasant, I make it a point to revisit those old flavours they remind me of how beautifully Mumbai blends nostalgia with everyday life.” Rohitashv Gour Thekua for warmth Richa Soni Harsh Vashisht Richa Soni shares, “Winter reminds me of home, and for me, nothing defines the season better than Bihar’s traditional winter food. My absolute favourite is thekua— freshly made during Chhath but enjoyed all through the winter. It’s warm, rustic sweetness instantly takes me back to my childhood. Another dish that I truly crave is tilkut, especially the ones from Gaya.” with makhan, simple yet so soulful. My mother used to make gud ke paranthe and besan ka halwa during the colder months. I also love the seasonal produce.” c m y b Priyamvada Kant Siddu from Shimla Rohitashv Gour Rohitashv Gour, who hails from the beautiful hills of Shimla, reminisces, “Shimla winter is truly magical and so And the winner is … First Rohingya film Lost Landwins Best Film at Red Sea International Film Festival Japanese filmmaker Akio Fujimoto’s Lost Land, the first feature film shot entirely in the Rohingya language, has bagged the Best Film Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival this year. The Rohingya refugee drama took home the top prize, the Golden Yusr for best film, along with a cash prize of $100,000 for the filmmaker. Fujimoto accepted the award from Anora filmmaker Sean Baker, who was the head of the Red Sea Competition jury. Lost Land is described as an intimate portrait of two siblings who seek to flee persecution in Myanmar. “With nothing but vague directions and each other, nine-year-old Somira and her younger brother Shafi begin a harrowing journey to join an uncle in Malaysia, crossing borders by sea and land and navigating a world shaped by smugglers, fear and exploitation,” the official synopsis reads. Earlier this year, Akio Fujimoto’s film had its world premiere in the Orizzonti section at the Venice Film Festival. It also received the special jury prize. Lost Land also bagged the jury grand prize at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards. Besides the Golden Yusr, Cherien Dabis’ family drama, All That’s Left of You won the Silver Yusr and a $ 30,000 cash prize. It is also Jordan’s official submission for the Oscars, one of three films about Palestinian history. Bollywood actors like Kartik Aaryan, Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon also graced the festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. —ANI