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Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain expecting first child? Actress says...
Ankita Lokhande broke major news on the set of the cooking show Laughter Chefs 2, which not only surprised her co-stars but also left social media abuzz. In the latest promo of the reality show, Ankita, who was chasing comedian Krushna Abhishek, stopped mid-way and said she was 'pregnant'. Ankita Lokhande and businessman Vicky Jain tied the wedding knot on 14 December 2021. The news of them expecting their first child made headlines a few months earlier, too. However, there has been no official confirmation about the news from her or her husband. In a now viral Instagram promo of Laughter Chefs 2, Krushna playfully grabbed 'Borkut', an ingredient Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi asked the players to add to the dish for a Middle Eastern taste, from Ankita's hand, who was flaunting it. While the comedian was running away with it, Ankita tried to chase him but stopped midway and announced: 'Main pregnant hoon, main bhaag nahi sakti.' Krushna suddenly stopped in his tracks, visibly stunned by the news, as the rest of the cast looked on in an astonished silence. The comedian asked Ankita if it's true, to which she simply nodded her head. He then began singing, 'Aaj hamare ghar me aa raha Lalla hai,' to celebrate the news. Soon after, actor Karan Kundrra rushed over to ask Ankita if she's really expecting. However, since Ankita shared the surprising news on Laughter Chefs, it remains unclear whether the actress is actually expecting her first child or if it was just a playful ploy to throw Krushna Abhishek off track. Ankita Lokhande's fans were thrilled to learn about the news and said she would be the 'best mom'. 'The best news I've ever heard! Ankita is going to be a mom!' a fan said. Another added, 'So happy Ankita Di!' 'I was already thinking if Ankita is pregnant,' said another fan. However, a social media user said, 'Ankita gets pregnant once in every show, just for a good promo!!'
Hamilton Spectator
13-06-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Organizer worried about future of Art Crawl
An organizer of the James Street North festival Art Crawl worries that the event will not stay free to vendors if it grows out of control. Nina Lalla said an 'explosion' of attendees in recent years has shone a light on issues plaguing the festival, the top being organization among vendors. 'We've been policing ourselves for the whole time, but we have those people that, because there's no rules in place — we're unofficiated — they come in and they do what they want,' said Lalla. 'They're bullies, they're rude.' Some vendors block storefronts with banners, set up right in front of businesses and 'bully' others out of sidewalk and street spots, which Lalla said are first-come, first-served. Lalla, one of three main organizers, said the city may have to step in at some point to maintain order, especially as the event continues to grow. The issue is the reason Lalla decided to create a list of rules on Facebook. 'We're not in vests with clipboards, walking around being like, hey, this is your spot, don't impede on this, or the tent rule — no tents — things like that,' said Lalla. But a worry is that with city intervention will come costs for vendors to set up shop on James Street, a part of the festival that is, and has been, free. Ryan McHugh, the city's manager of tourism and events, said the city has no plans to take over operations of Art Crawl. The city's role continues to evolve as the event grows, but McHugh said it only focuses on safety. 'We also have our bylaw licensing, so actively make sure that nothing was being sold that's unsafe or not legal in the City of Hamilton,' said McHugh. Lalla got involved in Art Crawl about 15 years ago. She started off as a vendor, selling her handmade pottery. Lalla estimates that the event has seen more than a doubling of attendee counts since the city began closing James Street North and setting up portable toilets and police road barricades a few years ago. She even meets people who drive from other cities to visit Hamilton for Art Crawl. 'It's lucrative for artists because the foot traffic is there,' said Lalla. Art Crawl started about 20 years ago with the collective decision of James Street North art galleries to stay open late on the second Friday of the month. The intentional move was meant to bring people out to the area, which at the time was known for drugs and crime. Art Crawl returns to James Street North on Friday, June 13 . Lalla encourages both visitors and vendors to check out the rules in the festival's Facebook group. 'I actually wrote those rules 10 years ago and I did it because I saw the lack of control and I saw what was happening and I knew we would get here today where it's so busy,' said Lalla. Other than that, Lalla's advice is simple. 'Just come and have fun,' said Lalla. Here are other live music and arts events coming in the next week: Former Killjoys and current Teenage Head drummer Gene Champagne plays Saturday, June 14 at Clifford Brewing Co. on Nash Road North. Saturday, June 14 , former Killjoys and current Teenage Head drummer Gene Champagne will play at the brewery on Nash Road North. Enjoy the show alongside a limited edition 'Gene Champagne' beer. Husband and wife rock 'n' roll duo 'Famous and Betty' will open the performance and Champagne's Teenage Head bandmate Dave Rave will join for a mini 'beer drinkin' party' set. The location is 398 Nash Rd. N., Hamilton, 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets $17.31 on Eventbrite, for details. Yukon folk musician Hendrika and rock 'n' roll artist Matty Simpson will play in The Staircase Theatre's Bright Room on Tuesday, June 17 . The multi-instrumentalist Hendrika is touring for her 2024 EP 'I Can't Remember.' Simpson has been compared to guitar players such as David Gilmour and Neil Young. The Staircase is at 27 Dundurn St. N., Hamilton, doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the door, $15 on Eventbrite, go to . On Thursday, June 19 Juno-award winning songwriter Elias Dummer debuts his project 'Frank Fiction' at the café-gallery Crown and Press. Alt-folk musician Dummer is the frontman of The City Harmonic. Tickets are available online and are suggested because the venue only has 80 seats. Crown and Press is at 303 Ottawa St. N., Hamilton. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $17.31 on Eventbrite, . The city's major music festival of the season is held Thursday, June 12 to Sunday, June 15 in Spencer Smith Park, with this year's headliners Junkhouse, Big Wreck and David Wilcox. The festival includes a parade with marching bands, floats, vintage cars and performers. There will also be food, craft and retail vendors and a midway section with amusement rides. The location is 1400 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington. Go to for detailed timings. Admission is free. Friends of Casbah is hosting live music for every Art Crawl of the summer — every second Friday of June, July and August. The 'Le Tambour Tunes' nights will be held at Le Tambour Tavern. Country band Fabulous Wonderfuls is performing Friday, June 13 . The location is 345 James St. N., Hamilton. It starts at 6:15 p.m. The event is free. Reservations at . Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@ Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
