15012026-LSTC-01.qxd 1/14/2026 7:54 PM Page 1 c m y b BONUS DEAL ON THE RIP The Rip actors Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have worked with Netflix on a special agreement that could give ‘bonuses’ to its cast and crew if the film performs well on the platform. TRIBUNE Lady in red Life Sandeepa Dhar’s latest appearance proves why she remains a fashion favourite. Stepping out in a bold red dress, sher blends glamour, confidence, and undeniable allure, leaving fashion watchers and fans impressed. LUDHIANA | THURSDAY | 15 JANUARY 2026 PHOTO: PRADEEP TEWARI CHAT UP ADOLESCENCE 2 ON THE CARDS? The story of Adolescence may not be over yet, as the popular Netflix series, which was originally created as a limited show, could return with a second season. This hint came from actor and co-creator Stephen Graham after his win at the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night. Graham said the idea was still resting in his and co-creator Jack Thorne’s minds. Get ready for cosmic RANBIR-ALIA SPOTTED Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt were spotted together during a late-night outing in Mumbai’s Bandra area on Tuesday. The two served major couple goals as they arrived at Gauri Khan’s restaurant, Torii, hand in hand. For the outing, Alia Bhatt opted for a white sequinned saree with fine embroidery. Ranbir Kapoor made sure to match her style in a black kurta-pyjama, layered with an embroidered Nehru jacket. TREVOR NOAH TO HOST GRAMMY The Recording Academy and CBS have announced that Emmy Award-winning comedian Trevor Noah will return as host of the Grammy Awards 2026 one “final” time on February 1. This will be Noah’s sixth time as host of the Grammy Awards, and he will also serve as an executive producer of the show, which takes place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and airs live on CBS. chaos Laugh through the chaos, trust the karma, and enjoy the ride — say actors Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma who are in Chandigarh to promote their film, Rahu Ketu Gurnaaz A FTER setting the Indian comedy space on fire with their crackling chemistry, Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma are back, this time with a generous dose of mythology, madness and meaning. Their upcoming film Rahu Ketu promises what can best be described as cosmic chaos, and if the energy at the interaction is anything to go by, audiences are in for a riotous, thoughtful ride. Backing them is producer Suraj Singh, who believes firmly that some films are simply meant for the big screen. Directed by Vipul Vig, Rahu Ketu draws from Indian mythology but reframes it says, never feels like work. “It feels like two through humour. “We didn’t really select friends trying to give their best together.” Pulkit and Varun,” Suraj Singh says with a Varun, who plays Rahu, smile. “We thought of them and they were admits the title itself kind enough to select us.” That consparked curiosity. viction, he adds, came straight “Growing up, we’ve from the script. “From day one, always been scared of we knew yeh hi hain humare Rahu and Ketu. HoroRahu aur Ketu.” scope mein naam aa For Pulkit, saying yes was jaaye toh tension ho jaati instinctive. “I grew up watchhai,” he laughs. What There’s a child ing fantasy films like Chhota intrigued him was the inside me who has Chetan, Ajooba, Taqdeerfilm’s perspective. “Vipalways wanted to wala,” he recalls. “There’s a ul sir explained that be part of this fantasy film genre. child inside me who has Rahu and Ketu aren’t to always wanted to be part of be feared. It’s about karWhen Vipul Vig narrated the film, this genre. When Vipul narma. If your deeds are that child woke up instantly. We rated the film, that child woke right, they reward you hope people come out perceiving up instantly.” The decision tenfold. If not, they punRahu and Ketu in a lighter, was made easier by familiariish you the same way.” ty. Vipul is a close friend and The mythology, espehappier way. — PULKIT working with Varun, Pulkit cially the animated song kaun hai Rahu Ketu that traces their origin Recreating their famed chemistry, however, during the samudra manthan, sealed the deal. meant doing the opposite of trying too hard. “It’s humorous, but there’s always a “The key was to not recreate thought running beneath. That comit,” Pulkit explains. “We had bination really excited me.” to unlearn everything and The film’s makers were clear go back to being those two about one thing; Rahu Ketu boys on the first day of belongs in theatres. “We nevFukrey, surrendering comer make a film thinking pletely to the director’s OTT or theatrical,” Suraj vision.” Varun describes Growing up, Singh explains. “We make a their bond as almost telefilm. Its destiny comes latpathic. “Silence speaks we’ve always been er.” He believes comedy, between us. A glance is scared of Rahu and especially, thrives in collecenough to know where the Ketu. Horoscope mein naam aa tive viewing. Varun agrees scene is going.” Pulkit nods. jaaye toh tension ho jaati hai. Vipul Off-screen ambitions are wholeheartedly. “Comedy is infectious. When 200 people evolving too. Pulkit is diving sir explained that Rahu and Ketu laugh together in a dark into sport-action with his aren’t to be feared. It’s about hall, perspectives change. karma. If your deeds are right, they upcoming boxing series That ripple of laughter, Glory. “I’m addicted to reward you tenfold. — VARUN that’s real magic. Comedy is action now,” he grins. Varun, best enjoyed as a community.” on the other hand, is eager to Balancing mythology with explore thrillers. “Grey, negative humour could easily have gone wrong, but characters excite me. I want to surprise people.” Pulkit feels both elements are part of who he is. As for on-set memories, Varun jokes that “My grandparents narrated stories from the whenever Suraj Singh visited the Manali shoot, Ramayana and Mahabharata since child- it rained relentlessly. “We told him, please don’t hood. And comedy came from growing up in come!” Pulkit recalls a particularly chaotic a Delhi joint family. Both are in my blood,” he sequence rewritten overnight because rain says. The intention, he adds, is to remove fear forced the team indoors. “Vipul rewrote the around these mythological ideas. “We hope scene on the spot, and the improvisation turned people come out perceiving Rahu and Ketu in out even funnier. It’s so good that it has even a lighter, happier way.” made it to the trailer. That’s Rahu Ketu! Things There’s a message, but it’s never preachy. feel chaotic, but eventually, they work out for “It’s a very thoughtful comedy,” Pulkit says. the good.” And that, perhaps, is the film’s phi“Vipul’s writing is never hollow. Like Fukrey, it losophy: laugh through the chaos, trust the karhas soul, but it’s wrapped in madness.” ma, and enjoy the ride. Nupur Sanon’s dazzling red gown turns heads at Mumbai reception, Kriti Sanon’s elegant look steals show Sanon sisters ON THE SOULFUL LEGACY OF PUNJAB Hindi ZEE5 recently announced its upcoming original web series Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz, starring Suvinder Vicky and Mihir Ahuja in compelling lead roles as a father and son. Rooted in the cultural heartland of Punjab, Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz is an intimate, deeply human family drama set within a close-knit household bound by faith, tradition, and inherited expectations. steal the show The grand reception ceremony of Bollywood couple Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben was held in Mumbai on Tuesday. It was attended by numerous stars, including Nupur’s sister and actress Kriti Sanon. Nupur looked gorgeous in a deep maroon off-theshoulder gown with intricate detailing that highlighted the finesse of her reception look. Stebin Ben donned a glittering black sherwani. The duo looked happy together while posing for the paps as hosts for their grand wedding reception. The duo was later joined by Kriti Sanon, who stole the show in an olive-green saree paired with a sleeveless blouse. The actress reduced the accessory load in her look, wearing only an earring to complement her retro style. Salman Khan added star charm to the wedding reception. Salman arrived at the venue in style and made sure all eyes were on him. As he entered, the newlyweds warmly welcomed him. The actor looked dapper in a blue suit. The critically acclaimed director Ashutosh Disha Patani Mouni Roy Stebin Ben & Nupur Sanon Salman Khan Gowariker also attended the reception of Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben. Other celebs, including Ramesh Turani, Karishma Tanna, Anand L Rai, Arjun Bijlani and others also attended the reception ceremony. The couple married on January 11. — ANI Kriti Sanon c m y b Orry