03082026-LSTC-01.qxd 8/2/2026 8:20 PM Page 1 c m y b TRIBUNE ‘JULY WAS ONE FOR THE BOOKS’ Life Nick Jonas shared a photo carousel on Instagram featuring cherished moments with wife Priyanka Chopra and daughter Malti Marie, calling July “one for the books”. The post offered fans a rare glimpse into their family life in New York. Fast forever Vin Diesel praised Fast Forever as the best script he’s read in decades. The franchise finale, directed by Louis Leterrier, releases March 17, 2028, starring Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez and Tyrese Gibson. CHANDIGARH | MONDAY | 3 AUGUST 2026 Quiet act Hooda joins Assam Girinandini Sharma flood relief drive Actor Randeep Hooda has appealed for support for flood-affected people in Assam as he joined a relief distribution programme in Sivasagar district, where he provided essential supplies to families impacted by the floods. The actor participated in a relief drive organised by Global Sikhs in the Nimaijan area on Saturday and urged people to contribute in every possible way to help those in need. Hooda distributed rations and other essential materials among flood victims and highlighted the challenges faced by families who continue to remain stranded in several areas due to deep floodwaters. He also visited Gurudwara Sahib in Sivasagar and offered prayers for the well-being of people affected by the floods. “This is the Sivasagar railway station, and many W HEN people talk about intense, high-impact acting, loud and explosive performances usually come to mind. But true screen presence often lies in quiet strength, the kind that holds a scene without ever having to raise a voice. Adil Hussain has built an entire career on that effortless, grounding presence. From international acclaim in Life of Pi to Norwegian drama What People Will Say, the Assamese actor has consistently brought depth to every frame he steps into. Now, he’s returning to the screen in Netflix’s upcoming military drama Operation Safed Sagar (premiering August 7), where he plays Air Marshal Vinod Patney, the former AOC-in-C of Western Air Command. In a conversation with The Tribune, he gives an insight into how he prepared for the role and what it takes to be a true actor. What can audience expect from your character, Air Marshal Vinod Patney, in the series? affected families have come here from the surrounding areas. So, we make the food and bring it to them, and we have been doing every day for the last seven days,” he said, adding, “Humanity is above everything else. I have been working with the same team, which is Global Sikhs, for the past many years, and the groundwork they do is amazing.” — ANI Being the AOC-in-C of the Western Air Command, Air Marshal Patney played a very vital part as every responsibility fell on his shoulders. His creative solutions to the constraints that the Air Force had to function under at that time helped India get an edge over the enemy country. Our forces were under a lot of pressure as India was already facing a lot of sanctions and the Pakistan armed forces had sneaked in a very slimy way. So, my role in the story was to take everything into consideration and defend India. eat WHAT’S HOT play laugh SWEET OBSESSION BREAK. HEAL. REPEAT. VIVEK SAMTANI LIVE Kangana hits back at Hrithik, sends Gen Z love Kangana Ranaut marked Friendship Day on Sunday with a message for her “Gen-Z friends,” days after her “Generation Gutter” remark about young protesters triggered widespread criticism online. Posting on Instagram Stories, the actor and MP recounted a gym conversation with two young women who told her that “we are born in digital age and yes social media, Instagram, dating apps, AI and all are a way of life for us.” She said she responded that people were “free to live your life as long as you don’t throw others children off the cliff, or cut them into many pieces,” adding that the women “agreed that freedom needs accountability.” She continues to draw attention over a separate public exchange with actor Hrithik Roshan, after he responded to a viral post claiming “the world owes an apology” to him amid their long-running feud. She wrote on her Instagram story, “Dear Hrithik I am happy that you have found your perfect match, Saba Azad and you both look great together, you are in a committed relationship and it doesn’t suit you to tease a woman like this, instead you should condemn all those who are harassing and bullying me using your name, stop adding fuel to fire and embarrassing your partner, hope better sense prevails and you stop making unreasonable comments.” T EAM Horizon brings an unforgettable evening of laughter to Chandigarh with Vivek Samtani Live — a premium stand-up comedy show packed with sharp jokes, relatable stories, crowd interaction, and nonstop entertainment. Specially curated for students, young professionals, and anyone who wants a fun night out with great vibes. Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh. August 9. 6 pm. chandigarh chandigarh E VER felt like smashing something to let it all out? At Rage Therapy, ceramic pots are handed to participants and a safe space provided to release every ounce of pent-up frustration by breaking them. After the rage comes the repair. Using the Japanese art of Kintsugi, broken pieces are put back together, turning cracks into golden lines of healing. Cafe Coffee Day, Sector 16, Chandigarh. August 2 onwards till August 30. 3 pm. chandigarh A MORUCCIO in Chandigarh is fast becoming the city’s most talkedabout dessert destination, and one scroll through social media tells you why. The Parisian-style patisserie is winning hearts with its stunning rose gelatos, a showstopping orange dessert, and a blueberry cake that is as beautiful as it is indulgent. Every plate is a work of art, every bite worth the detour. Amoruccio, 3rd Floor, Elante Mall, Chandigarh. From Life of Pi to Operation Safed Sagar, Adil Hussain opens up about finding silence within, portraying real-life heroes and the life lessons that shape his performances ISTOCK What inner transformation did playing an Air Force officer require? In terms of hardware shift, how much can we do in the first place? We can lose or put on some weight or grow a moustache. And it’s difficult when you’re given less time to update your software when it comes to going towards the role you’re playing. Since I had been associated with the discipline of armed forces after having studied in Sainik School and being in the NCC till 12th standard, so I was very well aware of the body language and mental discipline required for the role. I would have gone into the armed forces if my mom hadn’t asked me to not to join, as she was scared. But the role I wanted to play in my life, I get to play it now. I also had a chat Spider-Man Brand New Day earns ~215 Crore in India Actors Tom Holland and Zendaya’s film Spider-Man: Brand New Day has earned over Rs 200 crore in India in the three days of release at box office. The film, which is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, released in India on Thursday in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, a day ahead of the global release. It features Holland as Peter Parker / Spider-Man, alongside Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, and Sadie c m y b Sink. According to the trade tracking website Sacnilk, the film has earned Rs 72.44 crore gross on the opening day at the box office. The total collection stands at Rs 215.47 crore gross at box office. It is the 38th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It also features Mark Ruffalo as Bruce aka The Hulk and Jon Bernthal as the Punisher. It has earned over USD 700 million at the global box office. — PTI with Air Marshal Patney and managed to develop at least 10 per cent of the same demeanour required internally for it to reflect outward. When in your life did you first realise that quietude was the true core of great acting? I think it was the consistent work with my teachers that I experienced during my training at the National School of Drama, and after that, I worked with two other teachers for a longer time. I realised that to be able to operate from a space of quietude is the key as it helps you to reach a place where you’re intending to as an actor. I feel otherwise, when you’re not in your quietude, you’re already in a noisy space that it gets difficult to shift to another part of your personality. As an example, if the canvas is white, then you can paint on it. You can put the colours of your role on a white canvas, but if the canvas is already coloured, then you can put new colours, but it will be very messy. It’s a life skill, not just an acting skill. My job is to operate from a quiet place and there’s no end to how quiet one can be. The quieter you, the better you are in your performance. Is there an actor whose work you often revisit for inspiration? In the early 80s, I saw a film called Papillon. The two actors were Dustin Hoffman and Steve McQueen. That was the first Hollywood film I saw. So, I was deeply inspired by them. Hoffman is known for deep characterisation. He uses a particular system to go into the character. Later, I saw Ben Kingsley in Gandhi. He was the one who made me fall in love with Gandhi. He embodied the role and then I realised that he operates from such a stable inner core that when you see him, not only through his eyes, you vibrate in a frequency that you feel what he’s feeling on camera. And then later I saw Balraj Sahni. He brought such grace and dignity to his roles that I was really mesmerised. What’s one goal you’re yet to tick off your bucket list? I want to do a motorcycle trip with my son across South America from the northern tip to the south. I crisscrossed my country on my motorbike for two years between 1995 and 1996. So, I would love to go on a similar journey with my son someday.