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BollywoodJan 06, 2021

Banita Sandhu tests positive for coronavirus, but refuses to get admitted in govt hospital

Bollywood film October fame actor Banita Sandhu has been tested positive for Covid-19. However, sources in the health department claim that she refused to be treated in a government facility in Kolkata. Banita, who was shooting for the film Kavita and Teresa, reached Kolkata on December 20 and she travelled in the same flight with the youth who tested positive for the mutant coronaviru strain on his return from the United Kingdom.According to a health official, Banita Sandhu refused to even come out of the ambulance when she was taken to the Hospital where a separate unit was set up to keep th
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BollywoodJan 06, 2021

#HappyBirthday AR Rahman trends on Twitter

Bollywood music maestro, AR Rahman turned a year older on his 54th birthday. On this special day, Rahman’s fans took to Twitter to pen heartfelt birthday messages for the Oscar winner. From sharing some of his best songs to his achievement in the field of music, netizens are currently trending #HappyBirthdayARRahman on Twitter to make the day even more special.Some of his fans have also come up with a common display picture to pay tribute to AR Rahman, who recently lost his mother, Kareema Beegum. The picture also reads, "I am here because of my mother."
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BollywoodJan 06, 2021

Disha Patani to play Jackie Shroff’s sister!

Bollywood is all set to a pretty unusual sister brother on screen pairing in the upcoming film Radhe- Your Most Wanted Bhai. The film stars Salman Khan, Disha Patani, Randeep Hooda and Jackie Shroff in the lead roles. And now we learn that Jackie Shroff and Disha Patani are set to play siblings in the film.Jackie Shroff plays Disha's elder brother in this film. Although Disha and Jackie Shroff have worked together before in Bharat, they did not have scenes with each other. If sources are to be believed, then Salman Khan has sold the satellite, theatrical (India + Overseas), digital and music
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BollywoodJan 05, 2021

In spite of flight ban, Shabana Azmi flies off to London

Actor Shabana Azmi has apparently managed to fly off to London despite the travel ban. As per a source, Shabana Azmi managed to find a way to reach London via Dubai where she takes an overnight break. "In Dubai, she will have to get all her Covid tests done again, and only once she is declared all-clear would she be allowed to fly to London from Dubai," said the source.
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BollywoodJan 05, 2021

Preity Zinta signs Hrithik Roshan for web series

Bollywood actor Preity Zinta who is currently staying in Los Angeles with her husband, is turning producer with a web-series for Disney+ Hotstar. The series produced by Preity will be directed by writer-turned-director Sandeep Modi. The big news however is that Preity Zinta has signed Hrithik Roshan to play the lead in this web series..The web series is apparently an Indian version of Le Carre novel The Night Manager. The Night Manager on Disney+ Hotstar would also be Hrithik’s digital debut.
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BollywoodJan 05, 2021

Sonu Sood is the Kisaan

Actor Sonu Sood, who is known largely for portraying negative characters on screen has been approached for the lead actor's role in the past few months. Recently, in his interviews Sonu Sood revealed that filmmakers feel that the audience will not accept him as the antagonist anymore because of his philanthropic work.Now, Sonu Sood has been roped in as the lead in Raaj Shaandilyaa's upcoming film titled Kisaan. The film will be directed by E Niwas. Producer Raaj Shaandilyaa who had made his debut as director with Dream Girl took to his Twitter handle to announce the project. Raaj wrote, "Annou
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BollywoodJan 05, 2021

FIR against Arbaaz Khan, Sohail Khan and his son Nirvaan

Bollywood actors Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan have landed in legal trouble after they were found violating COVID-19 norms. An FIR has been registered by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) against the two actors and Sohail Khan's elder son Nirvaan Khan.As per a report, the three returned from Dubai on December 25 and were asked to quarantine in a hotel as per the COVID-19 protocol in Mumbai. However, they instead left for their home from the Mumbai airport.The FIR has been registered at Khar police station in Mumbai under the Prevention of Sterilization Act. As per law, passengers travell
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BollywoodJan 05, 2021

Janhvi Kapoor buys a new house worth Rs 39 crores

Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor has reportedly purchased a new house in Juhu, Mumbai which is spread across three floors and costs a whopping Rs. 39 crores.According to Square Feet India, "The flats are spread on the 14th, 15th and 16th floor of the building named Araya Building. The carpet area of the flat as per the documents accessed by SquareFeatIndia is 3,456 area."Janhvi made her debut with Dhadak followed by a short film and then Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl. She will soon be seen in many upcoming projects including Dostana 2, Roohi Afzana, Takht, Helen remake, and Kolamaavu Kokila rema
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BollywoodJan 05, 2021

Kapil Sharma announces Netflix debut

Comedian actor Kapil Sharma recently took to social media to announce his debut on Netflix and followed it with a video announcement that was all things fun and in typical Kapil Sharma Style where he is trying to pronounce the word ‘auspicious’! Talking about his Netflix debut, Kapil Sharma said, "I am super excited for my first-ever association with Netflix. 2020 has been a bumpy ride for everyone around the world and my motive is to make people forget their worries and welcome this new year with love, laughter, and positivity. I always wanted to be on Netflix but I didn’t have their nu

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BollywoodNov 05, 2025

Humans in A Loop– A Gentle, Powerful Reflection on Technology and Labour

Jasmine Singh I recently watched Humans In A Loop on Netflix after a close friend from Mumbai highly recommended it — and I’m so glad I did. Directed by Aranya Sahay, the film tells a deeply moving story about Adivasi women in rural India who work as data labelers for AI systems.Aranya brings to life a modern-day reality that is both meditative and unsettling, showing how international tech companies rely on Indigenous labour in places like Jharkhand, while often silencing the very voices that make their systems possible.The film is beautifully crafted and supported by strong performances
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PollywoodNov 04, 2025

Surrey’s Pride Karan Aujla Teams Up with Salim Merchant

Jasmine Singh Punjabi music fans, get ready, Karan Aujla is taking things up a notch! The singer, who proudly represents Surrey and has roots in Punjab, recently met Bollywood music composer Salim Merchant in Dubai, sparking excitement about a brand-new music project in the works. Karan Aujla, who’s often called the artist who put Surrey on the map, shared a photo with Salim Merchant on his social media, instantly setting fans abuzz. From Surrey and Calgary to Edmonton, and from the United States of Punjab all the way back to India, every Punjabi who follows Karan Aujla online knows when h
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PollywoodNov 03, 2025

Late singer Rajvir Jawanda’s final film ‘Yamla’ set for release

The family of late Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda has announced plans to release his final film, Yamla. In a post shared on social media, the family said preparations for the release are underway and called the project a tribute to his enduring legacy. In an emotional message, the family wrote that while an artist may leave the world, their art continues to live on. The announcement comes months after fans across Punjab and Canada remembered Jawanda for his contributions to Punjabi music and cinema.Directed by Rakesh Mehta, Yamla was originally shot in 2019 across several locations, i
BollywoodOct 28, 2025

Title: Whispers of Darkness: The Haunting Tale of 'Monster of Florence

Jasmine Singh Weather has pretty much changed in Canada; well, let's just say not for good. Darkness seeps in fast, and sometimes this darkness gets to your mind, leaving you unsure of what to do. Here, I was staged by this darkness, and then in dark crevices, I found a limited web series about the first serial killer of Italy. Thus, director Stefano Sollima’s four-part examination of Italy’s notorious “Mostro di Firenze” murders, which left a trail of 16 dead bodies between 1968 and 1985, can only hint strongly at the identity of the perpetrator. The individual in question vanishe
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PollywoodOct 23, 2025

Surrey’s Karan Aujla Drops New Track 'Boyfriend'

Jasmine Singh Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla, who proudly hails from Surrey, British Columbia, has just released his latest single “Boyfriend”, featuring the talented Sunanda Sharma. This marks the first time the two Punjabi stars have shared screen space, creating a buzz across the global Punjabi music community. The collaboration is already being hailed as one of the most anticipated projects of the year, as both Aujla and Sharma boast massive fan followings not only in India, but also in Canada, Australia, and the United States. Known for his sharp lyrics and distinct musical sty