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BollywoodAug 14, 2024

Honoured at Locarno Film Festival

Global icon Shah Rukh Khan recently received the esteemed Pardo Alla Carriera award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival, a significant accolade celebrating his profound impact on international cinema. This prestigious honor underscores both his remarkable career and the prominence of the Indian film industry on the global stage. The ceremony was held in the renowned Piazza Grande, where over 8,000 enthusiastic fans gathered to witness the legendary actor’s acceptance. This milestone marks a historic moment, as Shah Rukh Khan becomes the first Indian actor to be awarded this honor at the Loc
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PollywoodAug 14, 2024

Ek Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di

The eagerly anticipated teaser for the Punjabi film Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di has been released. This movie is the latest installment in the Ardaas trilogy, written and directed by Gippy Grewal. It features an impressive cast including Gurpreet Ghuggi, Jasmin Bhasin, Prince Kanwaljit Singh, and Raghveer Boli. Scheduled to hit theaters on September 13, the film, like its predecessors, emphasizes the importance of Gurbaani. The earlier Ardaas film revolutionized Punjabi cinema by introducing fresh themes and becoming a blockbuster. This third chapter in the Ardaas series also promises to offer
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PollywoodAug 13, 2024

Barzakh to be pulled down from YouTube Pakistan

Amidst increasing backlash over its depiction of queer relationships, channel Zindagi has decided to voluntarily withdraw the series Barzakh from YouTube Pakistan. The show, which sparked significant interest by reuniting Pakistani stars Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, also features notable actors including M Fawad Khan, Salman Shahid, and Eman Suleman. In a recent statement, the channel expressed their gratitude for the global audience's support: "We, at Zindagi and Team Barzakh, want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported Barzakh, a series designed to connect people across t
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BollywoodAug 13, 2024

Do you know?

Punjabi tracks are increasingly finding their way into Bollywood's promotional strategies. Following the infectious beats of Yo Yo Honey Singh’s “Hauli Hauli” featured in the upcoming film Khel Khel Mein, the creators have unveiled another exciting twist! The internationally acclaimed Diljit Dosanjh's hit song “Do You Know” is set to be the film's promotional anthem. Originally released in 2016, Diljit Dosanjh’s “Do You Know” has been freshly reimagined for this film. The revamped music video showcases a vibrant club scene with stars Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu,
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Arshad is our Hero!

Pakistan is abuzz with celebration following Arshad Nadeem’s extraordinary gold medal victory. With a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, Nadeem has ignited a wave of congratulatory messages on social media, earning recognition as the nation’s newest sports hero. Cricketers and actors alike have showered praise on Nadeem for his exceptional performance. Additionally, Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has offered a cash reward of PKR 1 million to Nadeem and has proposed the creation of a sports academy in his name. Ali Zafar posted a video of Nadeem’s throw on social media, reinforcing hi
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Ex-porn star on religious poster

A recent controversy has arisen in Tamil Nadu concerning the use of former porn star Mia Khalifa's image on a hoarding promoting the 'Aadi Perukku' festival. This festival, which honors Goddess Amman, features various traditional rituals and celebrations throughout the region. The hoarding, which showed Khalifa holding a 'paal kudam' (milk vessel), was meant to be a festive decoration at the Nagathamman and Selliyamman temples in Kuruvimalai. However, the use of Khalifa's image, especially considering her contentious background as a former adult film star, has drawn considerable criticism an
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Sanjay Dutt on UK Visa rejection

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who was set to appear in Son of Sardaar 2, has been removed from the film following the rejection of his UK visa. Sanjay Dutt has now addressed the situation, labeling the decision as a 'mistake' and expressing confusion over why his visa was initially approved only to be later denied. Sanjay Dutt expressed his frustration, saying, "I’m certain that the UK government made an error. They initially issued me a visa, and all payments and arrangements were completed in the UK. Yet, a month later, they canceled my visa. I provided all the necessary documents and com
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PollywoodAug 12, 2024

Warrant issued against Gippy Grewal

In an unexpected development, the Mohali Court has issued a bailable warrant for Punjabi singer and actor Gippy Grewal. He had been summoned by the Judicial Magistrate First Class of Mohali to testify in a case but missed three scheduled court appearances. In the meantime, the court has ordered that Gippy Grewal be brought in under a bailable warrant, with a surety of Rs 5,000. This legal action was prompted by his failure to appear despite previous court summonses. Gippy Grewal initially lodged a complaint at the Phase-8 police station against gangster Dilpreet Baba, alleging extortion a
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PollywoodAug 09, 2024

Karan Aujla announces third New Delhi show

Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla is shattering records with his It Was All A Dream World Tour, which is already making waves. Set to span multiple international destinations including Canada (August 2024), the United Kingdom (September 2024), and New Zealand (October 2024), the tour has already created a buzz in India. The Delhi NCR leg has been particularly remarkable, with the first two shows selling out and drawing an unprecedented 50,000 attendees. Due to this overwhelming demand, Team Innovation has added a third Delhi NCR show, scheduled for December 19, 2023. In just under a month, t

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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