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BollywoodMay 20, 2021

Ram Gopal Varma launches his own OTT platform

Bollywood director Ram Gopal Varma has launched his own OTT platform named ‘Spark’. The streaming platform went live on May 15 with the first film on the site being RGV’s film D Company. The movie stars Ashwat Kanth, Pranay Dixit, Naina Ganguly and Irra Mor. It is the story of how a street gang in Mumbai headed by Dawood Ibrahim rose to become the world’s most dangerous criminal organisation. D Company has been written and directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film, produced by Sagar Manchanuru under the banner of Spark Productions, was earlier scheduled to release in theatres in March this
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

Ariana Grande marries boyfriend Dalton Gomez in 'intimate' wedding ceremony

American singer Ariana Grande got hitched to her beau and real estate agent Dalton Gomez in an intimate ceremony recently. While the exact date of the wedding is still unknown, TMZ reported that the couple had tied the knot last weekend. Sources close to Ariana said that the wedding was a private event that took place at her home in Montecito. TMZ learnt that there were less than 20 guests, including family members from both sides and the whole thing was very intimate and filled with a lot of love. There was no "official ceremony" and the duo said their "I dos in an informal way", according to
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' renewed for 5 years

The popular American talk show 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' has been renewed for five years, a longer commitment from NBC to the host than the network had previously disclosed. As per Variety, Susan Rovner, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming chairman, confirmed the news of the show's renewal during NBCUniversal's upfront presentation on Monday. Although the talk show has fallen behind CBS' 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' and ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' in total viewership, the late-night mainstay is has been such a part of the fabric of NBC that its renewal was not in doubt n
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

Universal Pictures cancels Fast and Furious 9 event in China after receiving threats

A promotional event for Hollywood blockbuster Fast and Furious 9, scheduled to be held in China's Shanghai on Tuesday, was canceled by Universal Pictures over security concerns after the company received threats. "Currently, Universal Pictures received threats that would make it impossible for us to hold the press conference and could cause considerable security risks. Although Universal Pictures poured a lot of efforts for the press conference, security will always be our top priority. As a result, after careful evaluation, Universal Pictures was forced to cancel the press conference for Fast
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

Drew Barrymore reveals she regrets working with Woody Allen

Hollywood star Drew Barrymore recently revealed that she regrets her time working with filmmaker Woody Allen years ago and praised Dylan Farrow for speaking out against him. According to Fox News, the actor, who entered the talk show arena in 2020, said on 'The Drew Barrymore Show' on Monday that she was "gaslit" into working with the Oscar winner. She made the revelation to her guest Dylan Farrow, the adoptive daughter of the disgraced director. Speaking about working with Woody Allen, she said: "I did a film with him in 1996 called 'Everyone Says I Love You' and there was no higher career ca
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

Mithun Chakraborty's 'Disco Dancer' to be made into a play

It is being said that popular Bollywood film Disco Dancer which starred Mithun Chakraborty will now be made into a play. This musical will be produced by music director duo Salim-Sulaiman, who will be collaborating with Sa Re Ga Ma on it. Music director-turned-producer Salim Merchant confirmed the development. He informed that due to the lockdown, rehearsals are on hold. "Once everything opens up and the government gives us permission we will restart work on it," he added. The Mithun Chakraborty-starrer 1982 film tells the story of a street dancer's transition to a disco dancer.
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

Jacqueline Fernandez to play a cop in her Hollywood debut

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez will be making her Hollywood debut with an anthology titled Women's Stories. The anthology will consist of six stories directed by six female directors from across the globe and features an all-female star cast. Jaqueline will be starring in Leena Yadav's directorial Sharing A Ride, alongside transgender model Anjali Lama. Reportedly, Jacqueline who had wrapped the project in October last year plays a cop in the film. Key portions of the film were shot in Mumbai including some sequences at CST police station.
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

The Family Man season 2 to release on June 4

Digital platform Amazon Prime Video will be releasing the much-awaited The Family Man Season 2 on June 4, 2021. As per a source, the date of the release will be announced in the trailer which releases on May19.” Following the beguiling brouhaha over two of its major series Mirzapur and Tandav, Amazon Prime Video had decided to indefinitely postpone the release of their next Big Fat Indian Series. The series stars Manoj Bajpayee in the lead role.
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BollywoodMay 18, 2021

Supermodel Naomi Campbell welcomes baby girl

Supermodel Naomi Campbell took to her social media account to share that she has welcomed her first child and shared a photo of her cradling her daughter's feet. "A beautiful little blessing has chosen me to be her mother, So honoured to have this gentle soul in my life there are no words to describe the lifelong bond that I now share with you my angel. There is no greater love," Naomi wrote on her Instagram. No details of the birth or the baby's name were given. Naomi Campbell was the first Black model to appear on the covers of French Vogue and Time magazine. She was also the first Black mo

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PollywoodJun 30, 2025

Naseeruddin Shah comes forward to support Diljit Dosanjh

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has come forward to defend Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh, who has been caught in the middle of a controversy surrounding his latest film Sardaar Ji 3. The film has drawn backlash following the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, a decision that sparked criticism due to the current strained relations between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. Addressing the issue through a note shared on his official Facebook page, Shah made it clear that he stands in full support of Diljit. “I STAND FIRMLY WITH DILJIT,” he declared, stressi
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PollywoodJun 30, 2025

Guru Randhawa deactivates his account on X?

Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa has unexpectedly deactivated his account on X, previously known as Twitter, following a mysterious post that many saw as a subtle critique of fellow artist Diljit Dosanjh amid the controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3. Guru's account, known as Guru Official, has been removed and now shows the message "This account doesn't exist." However, his Instagram account remains active. This development came just hours after Guru shared a cryptic message that seemed directed at Diljit, even though he did not mention him directly. The timing was particularly significant con
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BollywoodJun 30, 2025

Actress Shefali Jariwala Passes Away Unexpectedly

In a heartbreaking development, actress Shefali Jariwala has passed away, leaving fans and the entertainment industry in shock. Widely recognized for her appearance on Bigg Boss 13 and her iconic performance in the remix of "Kanta Laga," Shefali’s untimely demise has sent waves of grief across the nation. At this time, specific details regarding the cause of her death remain undisclosed. As the tragic news broke, tributes from fellow celebrities began to pour in. Singer Mika Singh expressed his sorrow on social media, writing, “I’m deeply shocked, saddened, and feeling a heavy heart..
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PollywoodJun 27, 2025

Neeru Bajwa deletes promotional content of Sardaar ji 3 from her account

In the midst of the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film Sardaar Ji 3, Neeru Bajwa has removed all promotional content related to the movie from her social media platforms. The film, featuring both Diljit and Neeru, has faced backlash for including Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in a supporting role. Following the Pahalgam attack in April, Indian film organizations imposed a blanket ban on Pakistani artists working in India, resulting in a prohibition on the release of their projects. This decision to go ahead with Sardaar Ji 3 has not been well received by Indian film bodies and
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PollywoodJun 27, 2025

Jasbir Jassi backs Diljit Dosanjh, slams selective outrage over Sardaar Ji 3

Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has voiced his support for Diljit Dosanjh amid the backlash over Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The film, skipping its India release due to rising India-Pakistan tensions following recent attacks, has prompted industry bodies like FWICE and AICWA to call for a ban on Dosanjh. In an interview with a leading news channel, jasbir Jassi criticized what he described as “double standards,” pointing out that while Dosanjh is being targeted for working with a Pakistani actor, Indian music often features songs sung by Pakistani artists or ins