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BollywoodApr 25, 2025

‘Abir Gulal’ Featuring Fawad Khan blocked from Indian release

In a decisive move reflecting India’s intensifying diplomatic and political posture, the upcoming cross-border film Abir Gulal, starring celebrated Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, will not see a theatrical release in India. This follows the country’s strong response to the recent Pahalgam terror strike that claimed the lives of 26 Indian civilians. Senior officials from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting have confirmed that the film, which was scheduled for release on May 9, has been barred from screening as part of a wider strategic retaliation. Directed by Aarti S Bagdi and featuri
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BollywoodApr 24, 2025

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap booked!

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has found himself in legal trouble after the Raipur Police registered an FIR against him for allegedly making offensive remarks targeting the Brahmin community. The complaint accuses him of promoting discord between different social groups, a police official confirmed on Tuesday. The case was filed at the City Kotwali police station following a complaint by Pandit Neelkanth Tripathi, a Raipur resident and national vice president of the Rashtriya Brahman Mahasangh (Bharat), who also serves as the organization's Chhattisgarh coordinator. According to the complaint, K
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BollywoodApr 24, 2025

Bollywood condemns Pahalgam terrorist attack

A wave of condemnation has swept across the Bollywood community following a brutal terrorist assault in Pahalgam. Prominent actors including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Sidharth Malhotra, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, Nani, NTR Jr., Allu Arjun, and Akshay Kumar have taken to social media to express their grief, outrage, and solidarity with the victims. Actor Sidharth Malhotra, known for portraying Captain Vikram Batra in Shershaah, shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter): “The attack on innocent lives in Pahalgam is an act of pure cowardice. I stand in full support of ou
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BollywoodApr 23, 2025

Black Mirror S7: Tech Nightmares & Existential Daydreams

Review : Black Mirror Available on Netflix Jasmine Singh Okay, confession time—I’m not exactly the right person to talk about future ruled by machines and mind-reading microwaves. I spend more time daydreaming about utopias where phones don’t ping and your toaster isn’t smarter than you. But curiosity is a nosy little gremlin, and I couldn’t resist sneaking a peek into the tech-warped future that Black Mirror Season 7 serves up. What if your entire life was tethered to a transmitter? What happens if you just… step out of range? Do you vanish? Explode? Die? Netflix’s lates
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BollywoodApr 23, 2025

From cricket to culinary field!

Jasmine Singh Cricket icon Yuvraj Singh is stepping off the pitch and into the kitchen with his latest venture — a cozy, stylish restaurant called Koca, nestled in the heart of Gurugram, just outside Delhi. The former Indian cricketer has channelised his energy into a new passion- food. Koca, which translates loosely to a term of endearment, is Yuvraj’s heartfelt entry into the hospitality world. The place offers diners a glimpse into the cricketer’s personal journey — from childhood favorites to dishes that sustained him through life’s toughest innings. For the cancer survivo
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BollywoodApr 22, 2025

Himanshi Khurana: From screen sensation to beauty mogul with Mooi Cosmetics

Jasmine Singh In the Punjabi entertainment industry, it's rare to see women venturing beyond the screen into entrepreneurial territory. Backup plans or parallel careers often remain unspoken dreams. But Himanshi Khurana is not one to follow the usual script. Known for her grace, grit, and unapologetic authenticity, Himanshi has long been a celebrated name in the Punjabi entertainment world. From delivering powerful performances to fearlessly speaking her mind, she has carved a space that few dare to claim. Now, she’s stepping into a new spotlight — that of a beauty entrepreneur. With
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BollywoodApr 22, 2025

KL Rahul reveals daughters' name

KL Rahul turned 33 with a celebration unlike any other — the cricketer and his wife, actress Athiya Shetty, marked the occasion by introducing the world to their newborn daughter and sharing her beautiful name: Evaarah. In a heartwarming joint post, the couple revealed the name alongside a tender photo that instantly melted hearts across social media. The image shows KL Rahul cradling their baby girl, while Athiya gently leans in, capturing a serene moment of love and new beginnings. The caption read: “Our baby girl, our everything. Evaarah / इवारा ~ Gift of God.” On her
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BollywoodApr 18, 2025

Kartar Cheema on Sikander 3, youth politics, and living with discipline

By Jasmine Singh / Connect FM News – Exclusive Renowned Punjabi actor and fitness icon Kartar Cheema is returning to the big screen this summer with Sikander 3, the latest installment in a franchise that has long explored themes of youth, politics, betrayal, and redemption. Sikander’s themes of politics and loyalty have long drawn attention not only in Punjab but in cities like Surrey and Edmonton, where Punjabi youth see their own challenges reflected on screen. Connect FM carried Cheema’s remarks on-air this week, underscoring how original cultural coverage forms part of our daily prog
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BollywoodApr 17, 2025

Sagarika & Zaheer Khan welcome baby boy!

Bollywood actress Sagarika Ghatge and her husband, former Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan, are now proud parents of a baby boy. The Chak De! India star took to Instagram to share the heartwarming news alongside her husband in a joint post. The couple introduced their newborn son to the world, revealing his name, Fatehsinh Khan. The announcement was accompanied by two tender black-and-white snapshots. The caption under the pictures read: "With love, gratitude and divine blessings, we welcome our precious little baby boy, Fatehsinh Khan." Zaheer Khan, who once dominated cricket pitches as a fiery

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

When Fame Meets Responsibility: Khan Saab’s Surrey Visit Sheds Light on Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

Jasmine Singh As devastating floods continue to affect countless lives in Punjab, the global Punjabi community has risen to the occasion with solidarity, support, and compassion. From local residents to international organizations, help has been pouring in from across the world. Among those stepping forward are not only charitable groups but also public figures who are using their platforms to raise awareness and gather aid. This week, celebrated Punjabi and Sufi singer Khan Saab paid a heartfelt visit to Connect Media Network’s office in Surrey, where he engaged in a candid conversation wi
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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Takes Punjabi to Global Heights with Aryan Khan Collab: A Moment of Pride for Every Punjabi!

The recently released song ‘Tenu Ki Pata’ from the upcoming project ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood’* has created a wave of excitement, not just for its music but for what it represents. This track marks a surprising yet powerful collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh, one of Punjab’s most loved and globally recognized artists, and Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan and it’s nothing short of iconic. For years, Punjabi culture in Bollywood was limited to background songs or comic characters. But now, Punjabi and Punjabiyat are taking centre stage, not just as representation
BollywoodSep 15, 2025

Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

Jasmine Singh Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different. The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

Jasmine Singh In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab. Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief. Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o