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BollywoodApr 26, 2021

Amit Mistry dies of cardiac arrest at 47

Popular Gujarati and Hindi film actor Amit Mistry died on Friday morning after suffering a major cardiac arrest. He was 47. His manager Maharshi Desai said that he’d spoken to Amit’s mother. “It is true that he is no more. He passed away after suffering a massive cardiac arrest this morning. He was at his house in Andheri, Mumbai with his parents and passed away on the spot, before they could get any help.” The manager also said that Amit had no underlying medical condition. “He woke up, had his breakfast and even exercised before he suffered a cardiac arrest. He was absolutely fit a
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BollywoodApr 26, 2021

Actor-director Lalit Behl passes away due to Covid

Actor-director Lalit Behl passed away on Friday in New Delhi owing to COVID-19 related complications. He was 71. The news of his demise was confirmed by his son filmmaker Kanu Behl. Talking to a news portal, Kanu said that his father had covid for the last one week and it got complicated owing to his medical history. Behl had a history of heart ailments and was admitted to the Apollo hospital in Delhi. Lalit Behl started his acting career on stage. He studied theatres and worked at Delhi's National School of Drama among other centres. He later produced and directed several telefilms for Doorda
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BollywoodApr 26, 2021

Aashka Goradia bids goodbye to showbiz

Television actress Aashka Goradia has decided to quit her acting career and leave the entertainment industry. During her conversation with a tabloid, Aashka said that for now, she is saying goodbye to her acting career. Although she is not sure that her decision is temporary or permanent, she leaves it upon time. When asked the reason behind such a major decision, she said she always wanted to pursue entrepreneurship. She said business was always in her blood. She dreamt of it for quite some time now. Aashka Goraria made her acting debut in Sony TV's show Achanak 37 Saal Baad. She later appear
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BollywoodApr 26, 2021

Oscars 2021: The complete list of winners

The 93rd annual Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre and Union Station was historic in more ways than one, making the wait for the Oscars, due to COVID, totally worth it. According to Fox News, this year's ceremony no doubt looked different due to the coronavirus drastically reducing the number of attendees and shifting the musical performances from their usual time slots to a pre-show before the ceremony. Still, it was one of the year's starriest nights. Celebrities like Sacha Baron Cohen, Amanda Seyfried, and more appeared in hopes of walking away with a golden statuette while others li
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BollywoodApr 22, 2021

From Hema Malini to Sidharth Malhotra, Bollywood stars extend greetings on World Earth Day

As the world celebrates the 'beauty of nature' and environment on World Earth Day, Bollywood stars including Hema Malini, Siddharth Malhotra, Katrina Kaif, Arjun Rampal and many others extended greetings on social media. The 'Dream Girl' of Bollywood took to Instagram and shared a picture of Earth and a green tree as she urged people to do their bit for environment conservation. She wrote, "International Earth Day is being celebrated today. Let us all do our bit to make Mother Earth a cleaner and healthier place to live in. Leave a legacy of beauty behind for our future generations. #internati
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BollywoodApr 22, 2021

Kareena Kapoor shares picture of her 'favourite boys' planting trees on World Earth Day

Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan treated her fans to an adorable picture of her "favourite boys" planting trees on World Earth Day. Bebo, who is one of the most active Bollywood celebrities on social media, shared a picture on Instagram, which features her husband and actor Saif Ali Khan busy planting trees with their son Taimur. While the first snap reflects the bond Saif shares with his son, the second picture showed little Nawab perched on a tree. With the adorable post, the 'Heroine' star wrote, " Plant more trees. This world earth day... preserve plants. Grow (love) #WorldEarthDay #Fav
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BollywoodApr 22, 2021

Ajay Devgn starrer Bhuj to release online on Independence Day

As per sources Disney+ Hotstar team have decided to release Bhuj – The Pride Of India on Independence Day 2021. The film stars Ajay Devgn in the lead role. However, there's no confirmation on this at the moment. Besides Ajay Devgn, Bhuj – The Pride Of India also stars Sanjay Dutt, Sonakshi Sinha, Nora Fatehi, Sharad Kelkar and Ammy Virk. It is set during the 1971 India-Pakistan war and tells the story of how 300 women from a village in Gujarat helped the Indian Air Force in reconstructed the airbase that was destroyed in the bombings. Ajay Devgn plays the part of Squadron Leader Vijay Karn
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BollywoodApr 22, 2021

Cardi B gearing up to launch her own line of beauty products

American rapper Cardi B is gearing up to launch her own line of cosmetic products. TMZ reported that the Grammy award-winning rapper's company, Washpoppin Inc, has just filed legal documents to lock down the rights to the phrase 'Bardi Beauty' through which she is apparently aiming to hawk a bunch of glam products such as cosmetics, fragrances, haircare, skincare and nail enamel. The trademark documents also included Cardi's signature with her real name 'Belcalis Almanzar' as the CEO of Washpoppin. Taking the Kardashian-Jenner route, many stars including Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Alicia Keys have
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BollywoodApr 22, 2021

Music director Shravan Rathod of Nadeem-Shravan fame passes away due to Covid-19 complications

Music composer Shravan Rathod of Nadeem-Shravan fame has passed away at the age of 66. The composer had tested positive for COVID-19 and died due to the complications from the novel virus. A few days ago, Shravan Rathod was admitted to SL Raheja hospital in Mahim, Mumbai. It was reported that the composer was diabetic and his lungs were affected. In the past few days, he had developed complications due to which he was on a ventilator. Filmmaker Anil Sharma tweeted, "V v sad .. just came to know about the great music director #shravan he left all of us ..due to COVID .. very dear friend n colle

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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
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PollywoodSep 05, 2025

Karan Aujla to Feature on The Jimmy Fallon Show: A Proud Moment for Punjabis Worldwide

Jasmine Singh In a thrilling announcement that has sent waves of excitement through the Punjabi community, renowned singer Karan Aujla is set to make his much-anticipated appearance on The Jimmy Fallon Show on September 9. This landmark moment resonates deeply with Punjabis across the globe be it in Punjab, Canada, the United States, Australia, or New Zealand celebrating the rich cultural tapestry that connects them. Karan Aujla, who hails from Punjab and has settled in Surrey, Canada, is not just a musician; he’s a voice for a generation. His lyrics often bridge the gap between his root
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PollywoodSep 05, 2025

Punjab Floods Devastate Lives as Film Releases Take a Backseat

Jasmine Singh The recent floods have wreaked havoc in Punjab, leaving Punjabis across the globe—whether in India, Canada, America, or Australia—deeply affected. In response to the crisis, numerous celebrities have stepped forward to assist the impacted communities. With the emotional weight of this tragedy, the release of films feels like a secondary concern. Many productions are now being postponed, as people are simply not in the mood to watch films during such a devastating time. Even in Canada, cities like Surrey, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, and Winnipeg have seen Punjabis come tog
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PollywoodSep 05, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Steps Away from No Entry Sequel Amid Busy Schedule

The eagerly awaited sequel to the 2005 hit No Entry has encountered a hurdle as actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh has withdrawn from the project. Directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by Boney Kapoor, the film was set to begin production in October 2025, featuring a fresh cast that includes Varun Dhawan and Arjun Kapoor. Boney Kapoor confirmed Diljit’s departure, stating, “Yes, we have parted in good spirits as the dates were not aligning with our requirements. Hopefully, we will soon do a Punjabi film together.” Reports indicate that Diljit’s packed schedule, especially his Aura Tou