Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, the 'Namak Shamak' guy, hosted a healthy cooking session at Crockery n Décor. He emphasized healthy eating, safe cookware, and creative dish techniques. He shared personal cooking habits, like omelets with aloo parantha, and the importance of home-cooked meals and using fresh ingredients.
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Amanda Seyfried sacrificed Botox and makeup for her role in the historical drama musical 'The Testament of Ann Lee.' She embraced this for her role as Ann Lee and found the experience rewarding, stating it was essential for her performance and that they thrived during filming.
Michael Kors' Spring/Summer 2026 collection, shown at New York Fashion Week, blended earthy tones with elegance. Inspired by travel to places like Indonesia and French Polynesia, the collection featured soft, draped silhouettes in neutral colors, with pops of yellow and pink, aimed at a busy, global clientele.
Chef Chaminda Silva’s Spice Route to Sri Lanka brings along rich, bold flavours of the island nation
JW Marriott Chandigarh hosts a Sri Lankan food festival, 'Spice Route to Sri Lanka,' until September 21st. Chef Chaminda Silva from Sheraton Kosgoda offers authentic dishes, including a thali, Kottu, and Lamprais. Dinner is served daily, with special Sunday brunches. The festival features both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Saba Azad premiered her film 'Bandar' at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film, directed by Anurag Kashyap and produced by Nikhil Dwivedi, also stars Bobby Deol, Sanya Malhotra, and Sapna Pabbi. Azad expressed excitement about sharing the film's resonant story on a global stage.
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Siddharth joins Freida Pinto in Netflix's 'Unaccustomed Earth,' based on Jhumpa Lahiri's stories. The series explores love and belonging in a tight-knit Indian American community in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Siddharth plays Amit Mukherjee, Pinto's character's love interest, in a story of a scandalous affair. The series is directed by Ritesh Batra and will be streaming soon.
The author's journey through Turkish cuisine began unexpectedly in Germany. After initial disappointment, a delicious kunafa in Singapore revived interest. At Diablo, an Adana Mutton Kebab, crafted with chef's improvisations, proved a flavorful success, blending authenticity with a modern twist.
Sanjana Sanghi will represent India at New York Fashion Week, attending Michael Kors' opening show. She is the only Indian celebrity invited this season. Sanghi expressed excitement and sees it as a validation of her style, building upon the legacy of other Indian actresses at NYFW. The event runs from September 11-16.
Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi launched the 'Jolly LLB 3' trailer, featuring a humorous clash between their lawyer characters. The film, directed by Subhash Kapoor, also stars Saurabh Shukla, Huma Qureshi, and others, and will release on September 19. It is inspired by a 2011 incident and is set in Kanpur.
Vishal Jethwa is at TIFF for the screening of 'Homebound,' directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and starring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter. The film, previously screened at Cannes, tells the story of two friends seeking police jobs in a North Indian village. Janhvi wore a resham sari and Kashmiri-inspired jewelry.
Jarnail Singh's 150th project, the web series '84 Toh Baad,' explores Punjab's dark history. Kuljinder Sidhu stars as Bagarh Singh, a character facing injustice, which resonated deeply with his experiences. Sidhu, known for 'Sadda Haq,' embraces complex roles, highlighting his passion for acting.
Raashii Khanna shared a BTS look from 'Talakhon Mein Ek,' starring Vikrant Massey, and wished director Bodhayan Roychaudhury a happy birthday. She also teased a mass song shoot from 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' with Pawan Kalyan. The film's plot is unknown but the title suggests an emotional story.
Nidhi Saxena’s Secret of a Mountain Serpent, explores loneliness, longing & liberation
Salman Khan has started filming 'Battle of Galwan,' directed by Apoorva Lakhia, based on the 2020 India-China border clash. Chitrangda Singh will star opposite Khan. The film commemorates the Indian soldiers who died in the Galwan Valley conflict.
The 2025 MTV VMAs in New York awarded Lady Gaga with four wins, including Artist of the Year. Sabrina Carpenter and Ariana Grande each earned three awards. Mariah Carey received the Video Vanguard Award. Sabrina Carpenter won for Best Album and Best Pop Artist.
Wamiqa Gabbi, a busy actress, has eight films across multiple languages in production or release. She's building a pan-India career, moving from supporting roles to leading roles. Her upcoming Bollywood projects include films with Akshay Kumar, Jaya Bachchan, Bhuvan Bam, and Ayushmann Khurrana. She's also working on Telugu and Malayalam films.
Gulshan Grover does not only play Heer’s loving mama in Heer Express, but off-screen too he mentors newbie Divita Juneja
The former US president earned the Creative Arts Emmy for his narration in Netflix's Our Oceans
Salman Khan, on Bigg Boss 19, expressed concern for flood victims in North India. He highlighted the devastating impact on farmers and urged everyone to help. He acknowledged contributions from Punjabi artists and stated his support efforts were underway.
Angelina Jolie premiered her film 'Couture' at TIFF, discussing its themes of resilience in the face of illness. The series 'Gandhi,' the first Indian series to premiere at TIFF, was also showcased. AR Rahman and Tom Felton, who stars in 'Gandhi,' shared a selfie.
Amruta Fadnavis organized a beach clean-up at Juhu beach after Ganpati Visarjan. The event, led by her Divyaj Foundation and the BMC, involved removing waste like flower garlands and trash. Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar participated in the cleaning efforts.
Karan Aujla will be the second Punjabi artist to perform on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. This is a significant achievement for Punjabi pop culture, representing Aujla's journey to global recognition after topping international charts. His performance on September 9th celebrates Punjabi music's growing global influence.
Jim Jarmusch's 'Father Mother Sister Brother' won the Golden Lion at the 82nd Venice Film Festival. Benny Safdie won Best Director for 'The Smashing Machine.' 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' received the Grand Jury Prize. Toni Servillo won Best Actor for 'La Grazia,' and Xin Zhilei won Best Actress.
Anuparna Roy won Best Director at the Venice Film Festival's Orizzonti Competition for 'Songs of Forgotten Trees,' making her the first Indian director to win. The film follows two migrant women in Mumbai. Roy dedicated the award to silenced women and voiced support for Palestine in her speech.
Sydney Sweeney garnered Oscar buzz at TIFF for her role as boxer Christy Martin in the biopic 'Christy.' She deflected attention from her American Eagle ad, focusing on the film and the experience of portraying Martin. 'Christy' will be released in cinemas on November 7th.
Angelina Jolie filmed 'Anxious People' in London, showcasing a blonde bob and a new wardrobe. She stars as Zara alongside Aimee Lou Wood. The film, directed by Marc Forster, is based on Fredrik Backman's novel and also stars Jason Segel.
'Dhamaal 4,' the next installment in the comedy franchise, has completed filming. The film stars Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi, along with others. Directed by Indra Kumar, it's scheduled for release in cinemas on Eid 2026.
Hangover cures vary globally, from Indian rasam to German rollmops. A new Indian snack brand launched anti-hangover chips containing turmeric, ginger, and green tea antioxidants, endorsed by Varun Dhawan. These chips aim to offer convenient hangover relief, bridging tradition and innovation.
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