20042024-LSTL-01.qxd 4/19/2024 8:54 PM Page 1 c m y b CELINE’S LIFE ON SCREEN Directed by Academy Award nominee Irene Taylor, the documentary I Am: Celine Dion will stream on Amazon Prime Video from June 25. It gives a raw and honest behind-the-scenes look at the iconic singer Celine Dion’s struggle with a life-altering illness. Captain America action director Spiro Razatos comes on board for Hrithik Roshan, NTR Jr’s War 2 never seen before!” Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 is scheduled to hit theatres on Independence Day 2025. — ANI It’s a wrap Junaid Khan completes his second untitled film after 58-day shoot Junaid Khan, the son of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, has completed filming for his upcoming second film, which is yet to be titled, following an intensive 58day shoot. A source close to Junaid shared, “Despite the demanding schedule, Junaid continues to showcase his versatility as he wrapped up a 58-day shoot Gratitude! Life The War is on… International action director Spiro Razatos, best known for his work in Captain America, has been roped in by YRF for War 2, which is headlined by Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr. A source said, “Awardwinning action director Spiro Razatos, who is known for his stunts in blockbuster action films like Captain America: Civil War, Captain America: The First Soldier, Fast X, F9-The Fast Saga, to name a few, will now design and execute an action sequence that will blow people’s minds. He has started working with Ayan closely and has very ambitious plans to give Indian audiences action set pieces that they have TRIBUNE for his second project.” The movie was filmed in Sapporo, Japan. In February, actress Sai Pallavi was spotted with Junaid on the movie set. Junaid is set to make his film debut with Maharaj, directed by Siddharth P Malhotra. — IANS Actress Jennifer Garner celebrated her 52nd birthday recently and shared a video of herself wearing oven mitts as dance shoes. She also expressed gratitude towards her fans. LUDHIANA | SATURDAY | 20 APRIL 2024 Small... yet sure steps acknowledging Gurnaaz Kaur the chal- lenges of portraying a sex Anushka S Patna Shuklla worker with empathy and Kaushik, who was opens to positive authenticity. reviews on DisBeyond her onrecently seen in the film screen efforts, Anushney+Hotstar, actress Anushka is a passionate Patna Shuklla, believes ka Kaushik cannot advocate for selfcontain her happidefence training, understanding the world of believing it should be ness. One of the central characters in the a any character she essays of fundamental aspect film, it’s as much her education. “Selfstory as is it of the lead defence is an extremely is very important star, Raveena Tandon. important element in for her Together, these women lead a itself,” she insists, sharing A fight against the corrupt education system. From humble beginnings to soaring popularity, Anushka’s journey is all about her dedication to the craft. Anushka’s brush with spotlight began with a simple desire to express herself through movement and performance. “I started my journey as a dancer,” she recalls, reflecting on her early days in Saharanpur. “In my hometown, Saharanpur, we did not have much exposure to theatre, so I thought I would start as a dancer and then pursue acting.” Dancing then led her to the stage, where she honed her craft through college plays and local productions. As opportunities in traditional theatre became scarce, Anushka turned to auditions as her gateway into the world of acting. “For outsiders like us, there is no other alternative apart from giving auditions,” she explains. Embracing the digital age, Anushka found a new platform for her talents, collaborating with various channels and accumulating a massive viewership of over 300 million. “I played a lot of urban characters during my initial days on YouTube,” she recalls, “but I had this underlying desire to try and do varied things, which I had learnt in theatre.” OTT zone That desire for diversity and depth found its fulfillment on OTT with the movie Thar, and shows like Crash Course and Garmi, where Anushka delved into complex characters with nuance and sensitivity. Reflecting on her preparation for roles like the Bundelkhandi character in Lust Stories, she focuses on the importance of understanding the world of her characters. “To know the world of a character is very important,” she asserts, her own journey of learning Wing Chun, a martial art developed by a female monk. “I strongly feel we all should consider learning and practicing martial arts.” In her cinematic collaborations, Anushka has had the privilege of working with some popular directors and actors who have left a profound impact on her craft. Describing her experience with Tigmanshu Dhulia, she says, “The moment I knew it was his project, I was in. The best part about working with him was his ability to connect the scenes, I loved that.” Working alongside icons like Kajol, Raveena Tandon, and the late Satish Kaushik has been an enriching experience for Anushka. Recalling her interaction with Kajol, she marvels at the actress’ ability to appreciate even the smallest nuances of her performance. “I have grown up dancing to Kajol’s songs,” she smiles. Story of courage In her latest film Patna Shuklla,” Anushka takes on the role of Rinki Kumari, a character whose resilience and determination resonate deeply with her. “It is a story of her courage and bravery,” she explains, highlighting the importance of fighting for justice and truth. Working alongside Raveena Tandon, Anushka found inspiration not only in her co-star’s technical expertise, but also in her wisdom and perspective on life. “I learnt life lessons from her,” Anushka reflects. Talking about Satish Kaushik, who she worked with in Thar and Patna Shuklla, Anushka recalls fondly, “He used to always call me Kaushik. Once a junior artiste came up to me and asked whether I was from Satish Kaushik’s family…I wish I was his relative. But I feel somewhere he became a part of my family, while we made this film.” As she lives the highs and lows of her profession, Anushka remains grounded in her commitment to storytelling and connection. “The most difficult part is there are no set timelines for work,” she admits, acknowledging the challenges of balancing personal and professional life. Yet, it is precisely this unpredictability that fuels her passion for acting, reminding her of the transformative power of storytelling. Celebrities react to gunshots being fired outside Salman Khan’s house Gunshots were fired outside actor Salman Khan’s house in Mumbai recently, which seems to have shaken the entire industry. Here is what celebs have to say... Safety first Deepali Pansare ‘Very disturbing’ Being famous has its pros and cons. Big stars like Salman usually get targeted, but it’s completely unacceptable because at the end of the day they are also humans, and have the right to privacy and safety. I don’t feel unsafe as a celebrity but as a woman, I do sometimes feel that more security is required. When we are out for events, people gather around us to take selfies; most of the times it’s fine, but sometimes things get unmanageable. Part of the package Gulfam Khan Hussain Salman Khan spotted at Mumbai airport with tight security after firing incident In company of Shera & Co. Days after a firing incident outside his residence, Salman Khan was spotted at the Mumbai airport on Friday morning. Salman was flanked by guards as he entered the airport. Also present with him was his trusted personal bodyguard Shera. This is the first time Salman is flying out of Mumbai after last week’s shooting incident outside his home in Bandra’s Galaxy Apartment. Donning a casual look, Salman greeted the paparazzi stationed outside the airport with a nod from afar. — ANI When you earn fame you get some hate... it’s part of the package. If you get a 100 followers, you end up getting some trolls. It’s been known since long that people who have been adored and put on a pedestal have ended up being hated by some, be it religious leaders, politicians or artistes; everyone who is loved is exposed to hatred. Really concerning Ansh Bagri It’s indeed very concerning. He’s loved by so many, and it’s scary to think that even with tight security outside his home, such a thing could happen. The fact that someone would shoot outside the home of such a well-known figure is terrifying. It raises worries about the dangers of being famous — you work hard for years to achieve success, only for someone to threaten your safety for money or fame. It’s not just Salman Khan; many other successful people are likely face similar threats. Unfortunate incident Shubhangi Atre Ishaan Singh Manhas I was really shocked and surprised when I heard about the incident. I was speechless because we always considered Mumbai to be the safest city to live in. It’s such an unfortunate incident, and I hope it never happens again. I believe the government will take necessary steps to prevent such happenings, but I sincerely hope and wish that nothing like this ever happens to anyone again. Ansh Bagri Simple Kaul Jealousy is rife Saanand Verma Over the past 15-20 years, a lot has changed. The rise of social media has significantly influenced people’s behaviour, attitudes and thinking. Jealousy is rife because everyone wants to be seen as an actor, artiste or influencer. In the past, the underworld posed a threat, targeting celebrities and extorting money from them. Today, despite changes, there are still challenges at every level, with people competing, feeling jealous and becoming impa- things were common! It’s a scary feeling. Be cautious Ishaan Singh Manhas Deepali Pansare Gulfam Khan Hussain tient. Digitalisation has made it easier for individuals to create their own narratives, even glamorising criminal activities. c m y b Shubhangi Atre Scary feeling Simple Kaul It’s such an unfortunate event. Something like this has made us think why this Saanand Verma happened. What is his fault? That he is a celebrity? He doesn’t even have a strong religious viewpoint that would hurt anybody, so I don’t know why this has happened. I feel safe because I am not at that level, but imagine if I was not feeling safe or born in the era when these Being famous isn’t a crime, but it does come with challenges like safety concerns. Mumbai is a big city with its own set of risks. I feel safe most of the time, but incidents like these are reminders that one needs to be cautious. Everyone deserves to feel safe, whether they’re famous or not. It’s unfortunate when personal safety is compromised because of one’s public profile.
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