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PollywoodJan 19, 2024

AP Dhillon & rapper Nav to play Coachella 2024

After Internationally renowned artist Diljit Dosanjh made history by being the first Punjabi artist to play at Coachella 2023, now it is Vancouver-based AP Dillon’s chance to take the Caloifornia festival’s stage by storm. Coachella recently released their lineup for 2024. The music festival returns from April 12-21 with Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, AP Dhillon, Nav, India-based Def Jam artist Sid Sriram to name a few. Both AP Dhillon and Nav known to blend Punjabi lyrics with trap and hip-hop beats will be playing this year’s festival, which takes place on the weekends of April 12-14 and Ap
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BollywoodJan 19, 2024

Hurray! I am a graduate

Like they say you are never too old to start your education/studies from scratch, Bollywood actor Twinkle Khanna has proved it to the hilt. 50-year-old Twinkle Khanna has graduated from Goldsmiths, University of London in master's program in fiction writing. Both Twinkle Khanna and her husband, popular actor Akshay Kumar shared the news on their social media platforms. Twinkle Khanna shared a video from her graduation ceremony. She wrote - “And it’s here. Graduation day. My first day Goldsmiths feels like it was both yesterday and years ago. A sunny day, a pretty sari, and having my fam
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PollywoodJan 19, 2024

Chudail takes on Gippy

Punjabi singer actor Gippy Grewal is doing well. While his fans are waiting to see him in the action-thriller Warning 2, Gippy Grewal surprised everyone by releasing the first look poster of his upcoming film, Jatt Nu Chudail Takri releasing on March 15, 2024. It is being said that Jatt Nu Chudail Takri is a multi-actress film with interesting concept and equally catchy storyline. The film is written by Amberdeep Singh of Love Punjab and Jodi fame, and it boasts of a battery of actors from Gippy Grewal, Sargun Mehta, Roopi Gill, Amrit Amby, Nirmal Rishi, BN Sharma and Deedar Gill. Gippy rele
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BollywoodJan 18, 2024

Time to wake up Sid!

Whether it is sequels or threquels, Bollywood industry certainly knows how to cash in on a popular project. And now we hear that yet another popular film, Wake Up Sid released in 2009 will be getting a sequel in 2024. Ranbir Kapoor and Konkona Sen Sharam starrer Wake Up Sid was a peppy fun ride, and it continues to be so. Recently, actor Ranbir Kapoor who is currently riding on the success of Animal shared a video featuring the old cast of Wake Up Sid including Konkona Sen, Shikha Talsania and Namit Das giving rise to speculations of a possible sequel. The 2009 film had struck a chord with t
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PollywoodJan 17, 2024

Gippy is on a spiritual roll

Gippy Grewal is back in Chandigarh from Canada for yet another movie shoot, and this one is the much-awaited third instalment of Punjabi film Ardaas. The threquel of the film titled Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di is currently one of the most prestigious spiritual films to be made in Punjabi cinema. Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di is directed and written by Gippy Grewal and it plans to retain the stellar cast of Gippy Grewal, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Malkeet Rauni, Prince Kanwaljit with an addition of popular television actor, Jasmin Bhasin. The third instalment also guarantees an enigmatic and blissful ride.
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PollywoodJan 17, 2024

Shah Rukh Khan is a fan of Punjabi movie Warning: Prince Kanwaljit Singh

The trailer of the much-awaited Punjabi thriller Warning 2 has already struck a chord with the audiences, but it is the famous one-liner, “Veere Pamma Bolda,” that has caught everyone’s attention. So, Connect Cine decided to invite Pamma aka Prince Kanwaljit for a one-on-one candid chat. In a freewheeling fun conversation with our host Jasmine Singh, Prince Kanwaljit spoke at length about his upcoming film Warning 2, Gippy's role in his life and career, Punjabi film actors opening production houses and more. Prince Kanwaljit who is known to pick out of the box roles, was accompanied b
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PollywoodJan 16, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: Jassa Dhillon on casteism in Punjabi music industry

Punjabi singer Jassa Dhillon who is known for his songs Raule, Talja Talja had a candid conversation about caseteism in Punjabi music industry. Talking to Connect Cine, Jassa Dhillon was quick to add that he does not believe in giving interviews, but he has a strong fondness for Connect FM Canada because it was at this media house that he gave his very first interview which went viral on YouTube. “My fans know a lot about me, and I do not know what more to tell them,”said Jassa Dhillon talking about how he would rather let his music talk instead of sharing mundane details about his life
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BollywoodJan 15, 2024

12th Fail Fame Medha Shankar Reveals How Music Helps Her Refine Her Craft As An Actor

Medha Shankar from 12th Fail Fame is indeed one of the most talked about actors in Bollywood at the current time. The massive success of the film and her strong character opposite Vikrant Massey has moved thousands of fans, leading to an immense flooding of appreciation for the actress. While she undoubtedly has gained a great fan following, not everyone knows that Medha is a trained classical singer as well. Yes, this fact comes as a surprise for many as a big part of the audience has known Medha for her incredible performances in projects like 12th Fail and Shaadisthan, keeping her musical
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BollywoodJan 13, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: ‘He Understands Where He Comes From’, Boman Talks About Shah Rukh Khan’s Massive Comeback in 2023

Boman Irani who is currently bathing in applause and appreciation for the portrayal of Geetu Gulati has recently opened his heart out in an exclusive wholesome conversation with Faridoon Shahryar on Connect Cine. While he talked about his experience of being a part of Dunki, playing a Punjabi character, his personal life and more, he also discussed in detail the love and respect he shares with Shah Rukh Khan. On being asked his impression of Bollywood’s King Khan, Boman was all praises for Shah Rukh Khan. He said he loves SRK for the kind of person and artist he is. Explaining in detail, he

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BollywoodMar 18, 2026

Delhi High Court grants interim relief to actor Rajpal Yadav in cheque bounce case

The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav in an ongoing cheque bounce case, allowing him to avoid being sent back to jail for now. During a recent hearing, the court noted that Yadav has deposited a substantial portion of the outstanding amount related to the case. Based on this, the court said he would not be taken back into custody at this stage. According to court proceedings, the matter has been scheduled for further hearing on April 1. The court made it clear that the next hearing will not be deferred and indicated that a final decision is expected at
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BollywoodMar 16, 2026

Salman Khan film ‘Battle of Galwan’ renamed ‘Matrabhoomi – May War Rest in Peace’

The upcoming film starring Salman Khan, previously titled “Battle of Galwan,” has been officially renamed “Matrabhoomi – May War Rest in Peace,” according to an announcement from Salman Khan Films. The production company confirmed the title change while also unveiling a new poster for the film. The poster was released on the studio’s official platforms, generating early interest among fans ahead of the movie’s release. Producers said the change is more than a simple title update and is intended to reflect the broader message behind the story. The new tagline, “May War Rest in P
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PollywoodMar 13, 2026

Teaser released for Imtiaz Ali film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' starring Diljit Dosanjh

The teaser for filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' was released Friday, introducing a cast that includes Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina and Sharvari Wagh. According to information accompanying the teaser, the film presents an emotional love story set against the backdrop of the Partition of India. The brief preview introduces the main characters and hints at a narrative connecting past relationships with present-day technology. The teaser shows Dosanjh portraying a YouTuber who attempts to reconnect an elderly man, played by Shah, with a decades-old love
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PollywoodMar 13, 2026

Haryana Women’s Commission orders action against rapper Badshah in ‘Tattiri’ song controversy

The Haryana State Commission for Women has directed police to take action against Bollywood singer and rapper Badshah after he failed to appear before the commission in connection with a complaint over his song “Tattiri.” According to the commission, Badshah had been asked to appear for a hearing in Panipat on Friday regarding objections raised about the lyrics of the song. However, he did not attend the hearing. His legal representatives told the panel that the artist was unable to appear due to prior commitments and requested additional time. Commission chairperson Renu Bhatia warned ear
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PollywoodMar 09, 2026

Badshah Faces Women’s Panel Notice Over Controversial Song ‘Tateeree’

Rapper and singer Badshah has landed in controversy after the Haryana State Commission for Women issued a notice regarding the lyrics of his recently released Haryanvi track “Tateeree”. The commission decided to step in after receiving complaints claiming the song contains language that is inappropriate and offensive. The matter was brought forward by Savita Arya, who heads the Nari Tu Narayani Utthan Samiti in Panipat, along with Shiv Kumar from the Shiv Aarti India Foundation. In their complaint, they alleged that the song’s lyrics use objectionable words and portray women and minors