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BollywoodJan 12, 2022

Actor Sonu Sood's sister Malvika joins Congress ahead of Punjab polls

Ahead of Punjab Assembly polls 2022, Malvika Sood, sister of actor Sonu Sood, joined Congress in Punjab's Moga on Monday. Malvika Sood joined the party in the presence of Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu and Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi. Addressing a press conference after Malvika Sood joined the party, Chief Minister Channi said, "It's a fortunate thing that a person from such a good family is coming to our party." "Sonu Sood is known all over the world for his humanity and kindness and today a member from that family is joining us. She is an educated woman," Sidhu said. Sidh
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BollywoodJan 12, 2022

Urfi Javed turns heads with her 'Not Javed Akhtar's granddaughter' outfit

Urfi Javed, who continues to make headlines for her fashion choices, has once again grabbed eyeballs with her funky tee that carried a statement. After several rumours were doing rounds on social media, linking the Bigg Boss OTT contestant to the family of veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar, Urfi decided to bash them through her quirky outfit. Urfi was recently spotted at the airport, sporting a white tee that read, 'Not Javed Akhtar's granddaughter'. She paired it with black leggings and could also be seen holding the holy scripture 'Shrimad Bhagavad Gita'. This is not the first time Urfi has
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BollywoodJan 12, 2022

Vir Das tests COVID-19 positive, muses about pillows

Comedian-actor Vir Das shared on Monday night that he has tested positive for COVID-19 positive and has mild symptoms. Taking to his Instagram handle, Vir wrote, "Right. I've tested positive for Covid-19. Mild symptoms. Aches and a sore throat. Isolated at home. Had only been in contact with two other people in the last month and thankfully they are both negative."
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BollywoodJan 11, 2022

Nicolas Cage and wife Riko Shibata announce pregnancy

Hollywood star Nicolas Cage surprised fans on his birthday (January 7). The actor revealed that he and his wife Riko Shibata are expecting their first child together. Their representatives confirming the news said that the parents-to-be are elated. This is Nicolas Cage’s third child while first with his wife Riko Shibata. Nicolas is already a father to two children from prior marriages. Nicolas and Riko met in Japan in 2020 when he was filming Sion Sono’s Prisoners Of Ghostland.
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BollywoodJan 11, 2022

Madhur Bhandarkar tests positive for Covid-19

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar on Saturday said he has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. In a brief statement posted on his official Instagram page, the 53-year-old filmmaker said he is experiencing mild symptoms and has isolated himself. "I have tested positive for Covid. Been fully vaccinated but experiencing mild symptoms. Have isolated myself," he wrote.
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BollywoodJan 11, 2022

Nafisa Ali, Maanvi Gagroo test positive for Covid-19

Veteran actor Nafisa Ali and ‘Four More Shots Please!’ star Maanvi Gagroo tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Ali, known for starring in movies like ‘Major Saab’, ‘Life In a Metro’, ‘Yamla Pagla Deewana’ and ‘Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3’, posted a picture of herself from a Goa hospital on Instagram. Gagroo revealed her Covid-19 diagnosis on her Instagram stories.
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BollywoodJan 08, 2022

Oscar-winning actor Sidney Poitier dies at 94

Bahamian-American actor Sidney Poitier, who was an Academy Award winner, has died at the age of 94. Sidney's roles were legendary. He starred as Mark Thackeray in 'To Sir With Love', and Detective Virgil Tibbs in 'In the Heat of the Night' in 1967. He also starred in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner', also released in the same. Poitier was a tireless civil rights activist. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009 by President Obama for his work. A dual citizen of the US and the Bahamas, he served from 1997-2007 as Bahamian Ambassador to Japan.(ANI)
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PollywoodJan 08, 2022

Sonu Sood steps down as Punjab's 'State Icon' ahead of Assembly polls

Ahead of the 2022 Assembly elections, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood on Friday has "voluntarily" stepped down as the "State Icon" of Punjab. Known for his philanthropic efforts amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Sood shared that the decision was taken "mutually" by him and the Election Commission. This move comes ahead of the state elections. He took to his Twitter handle and wrote, "Like all good things, this journey has come to an end too. I've voluntarily stepped down as the State Icon of Punjab. This decision was mutually taken by me and EC in light of my family member contesting in Punjab Assembly El
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BollywoodJan 08, 2022

Kubbra Sait, Vishal Dadlani test positive for Covid-19

Actor Kubbra Sait and music composer-singer Vishal Dadlani revealed their coronavirus diagnosis on their respective social media handles. 'Sacred Games' star Sait shared the news of her Covid-19 diagnosis on her Instagram Stories. "First and foremost #maskup. Second of first, tested positive with mild/ asymptomatic Covid-19. If you were in contact with me, please run a home test... (so that we don't burden the already testing system)," the 38-year-old actor posted. Taking to Instagram, Dadlani shared a picture of his Covid-19 test-strip and urged everyone who came in contact with him to get th

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PollywoodApr 08, 2026

Rapper Badshah apologizes to National Commission for Women over song lyrics controversy

Indian rapper Badshah appeared before the National Commission for Women and issued a written apology over controversy surrounding his song “Tateeri,” according to the commission. The song, released on March 1, 2026 on YouTube, drew criticism shortly after its launch over allegations that its lyrics contained objectionable language about women and depicted schoolgirls inappropriately. The commission had taken notice of the complaints and sought an explanation from the artist. According to officials, Badshah acknowledged concerns raised about the lyrics and assured the commission that he wou
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PollywoodApr 07, 2026

Poster released for late singer Rajvir Jawanda’s upcoming song “Babal De Des”

The family of late Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda has released the official poster for his upcoming song “Babal De Des,” according to a post shared on the artist’s social media accounts. The poster, which has circulated widely online, describes the song as an emotional tribute reflecting the bond between daughters and their parental home. The caption accompanying the release states that the track represents “every heart that cannot forget Babal De Des,” referring to a father’s home. Details about the release date have not been confirmed, but the family and production team say the so
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PollywoodMar 19, 2026

Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh receives fresh death threat as police probe linked claims

Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh has received another alleged death threat, according to claims circulating on social media, as police review an audio recording attributed to a member of the Bambiha gang. The recording, widely shared online, is said to feature gangster Lucky Patial claiming responsibility for targeting Aulakh and warning that the singer “is next.” The authenticity of the audio has not been independently verified by authorities. According to information tied to the same claims, the alleged threat surfaced a day after a shooting in Mohali’s Sector 9, where property dealer Cha
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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