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BollywoodAug 23, 2022

Kapil Sharma's 'Zwigato' film to have world premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

Comedian Kapil Sharma-starrer 'Zwigato' is all set to have its world premiere at the 47th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).Written and directed by Nandita Das, the film features Kapil a new food delivery rider who is exploring the world of gig economy.The film also stars Shahana Goswani, who will be seen playing Kapil's wife, a homemaker, who starts to work for the very first time to support her husband's income.Set in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, the film captures what an 'ordinary' family faces in the post-pandemic world. Excited about the TIFF premiere, Nandita said,"Zwigato is finally re
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BollywoodAug 23, 2022

Is wedding on the cards for Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra?

Rumour mills have been abuzz with the hush-hush alleged romance of 'Shershaah' lead acting pair - Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra.Kiara, who recently appeared on the Karan Johar-hosted chat show 'Koffee With Karan', spilled the beans on the kind of equation she shares with Sidharth.In the eighth episode of Season 7 of his show, Karan Johar engaged in a chat with Kiara as she openly admitted that she and Sidharth are "more than close friends".During the show, Karan poked a question on marriage and Kiara took the conversation further, revealing that she believed in the institution of marriage
BollywoodAug 22, 2022

Raju Srivastava continues to be in critical condition, showing no improvement

Bollywood actor and comedian Rajpal Yadav has sent his best wishes to Raju Srivastava, who is admitted in the intensive care unit at AIIMS, New Delhi.Rajpal took to his Instagram handle and posted a video in which he was heard saying that he is eagerly waiting for him to meet up after he gets better. The video was captioned, "Get well soon Raju mere bhai ...miss seeing you. @rajusrivastavaofficial."In the video, speaking in Hindi, he said, "Bhai Raju Srivastava, get well soon. We are all praying for you and eagerly waiting for you. Your family, your 'sansaar' and your well-wishers, everyone is
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BollywoodAug 19, 2022

Diljit Dosanjh's next emotional thriller film 'Jogi' release date out

Makers of Diljit Dosanjh and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub's next emotional entertainer film 'Jogi' has unveiled the first poster and release date of the film.'Jogi' is all set to stream on the OTT platform Netflix from September 16, 2022.Helmed by the 'Sultan' director Ali Abbas Zafar, the film also stars Kumud Mishra, Amyra Dastur and Hiten Tejwani in prominent roles.Taking to Instagram, Netflix dropped the poster of the film, which they captioned, "Himmat da naam Jogi. Umeed da naam Jogi. Watch this gripping tale of bravery, friendship, hope and everything in between. Out on 16th September, only o
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BollywoodAug 18, 2022

Shehnaaz Gill says she does not want to be called 'Punjab Ki Katrina Kaif' anymore

Big Boss fame Shehnaaz Gill has said she now prefers to be called "Shehnaaz from India".She said, "I don't want to be Punjab Ki Katrina Kaif. I just want to be Shehnaaz Gill from India." The title 'Punjab Ki Katrina Kaif' was coined by Shehnaaz on 'Bigg Boss 13'. Earlier, she had said the title suits Katrina more as she married Vicky Kaushal.She said that the title was a ‘mistake’ and that she would just like to be known as Shehnaaz Gill.During a Rapid Fire round with Bollywood Bubble, Shehnaaz said that she’s over her crush for Kartik Aaryan, and instead just has enormous respect for hi
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BollywoodAug 18, 2022

MP Home Minister calls Arjun Kapoor ‘flop actor’, dares him to make movie on other religions

Actor Arjun Kapoor recently spoke out against the boycott trend that seems to have plagued almost every Bollywood film of late. His comments have irked the Home Minister of Madhya Pradesh Narottam Mishra, who called the Bollywood personality a "flop actor".During a press event, the footage of which he also shared on his Twitter, Mishra said: "Instead of threatening people, Arjun Kapoor should rather focus on his acting." "Actors targeting Hinduism in their films and supporters of the Tukde-Tukde gang should not try to threaten the public," he added.Earlier, in an interview, Arjun Kapoor had sa
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BollywoodAug 17, 2022

Nani's 'Shyam Singha Roy' in race for Oscar nominations in 3 categories

South actor Nitya Pranav Teja, popularly known as Nani, and Sai Pallavi's film 'Shyam Singha Roy' is in the running for Oscar nominations in three different categories.'Shyam Singha Roy' will compete for Oscar nominations in three categories - 'periodic film', 'background score' and 'classical cultural dance Indie film'. The songs and background score for the movie were provided by Mickey J Meyer.Nani's epic love story ended up as a blockbuster, despite testing conditions due to Covid-19. The film is an intense period drama set in Kolkata in the 1970s.Director Rahul Sankrityan helmed the proje
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BollywoodAug 17, 2022

Actor Shefali Shah tests positive for COVID-19

Bollywood actor Shefali Shah, who was recently seen starring in Alia Bhatt's 'Darlings', has confirmed that she has tested positive for COVID-19.Shefali took to her Instagram handle and posted a statement regarding the same.She wrote, "I have tested positive for Covid-19. Have immediately isolated myself and will be under home quarantine. I am following all safety protocols under the advice of my doctors. Requesting everyone who came in contact with me to get tested immediately too."After the actor shared this update, several fans and well-wishers flooded the social media post's comment sectio
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BollywoodAug 16, 2022

Bipasha Basu, Karan Singh Grover announce pregnancy

Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover, on Tuesday, officially announced that they are expecting their first child together.Taking to Instagram, Bipasha penned a heartfelt post announcing her pregnancy."A new time, a new phase, a new light adds another unique shade to our prism of life. Making us a little more whole than we used to be. We began this life individually and then we met each other and from then we were two. Too much love for only two, seemed a little unfair for us to see...so soon, we who once were two will now become three. A creation manifested by our love, our baby will join us so

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BollywoodOct 08, 2025

Inside the Mind of a Monster: Watching Ed Gein Was a Study I Didn’t Expect to Survive

Series Review Jasmine Singh After Dahmer and The Menendez Brothers, I wasn’t sure if I had it in me to watch another monster unfold on screen. Netflix had been pushing Monster: The Ed Gein Story into my recommendations every time I logged in—like it knew I was circling the edge of clicking. And as a student of social anthropology, especially interested in the grey zone where psychology meets society, I wondered: What could I possibly learn from watching another broken man commit unthinkable acts? Eventually, curiosity won. Or maybe it was academic guilt. Either way, I pressed play—and
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PollywoodOct 08, 2025

Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda dies, days after road accident

Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda died on October 8, 2025, at the age of 35, after battling injuries from a serious motorcycle accident. The accident occurred on September 27 near Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.Jawanda's motorcycle reportedly collided with stray cattle that suddenly came onto the road as he was traveling to Shimla. The news of Jawanda's death has prompted an outpouring of grief from fans, fellow artists, and political figures.
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PollywoodOct 06, 2025

Godday Godday Chaa 2 Trailer Promises Riotous Gender Showdown, Laughter, and Cultural Commentary

Punjabis are eagerly awaiting another hearty dose of laughter as the trailer for Godday Godday Chaa 2, starring Ammy Virk and Tania, has finally been unveiled. The film teases a comical and thought-provoking battle of the sexes that’s sure to leave audiences in splits. Following in the footsteps of the original Godday Godday Chaa a film that not only won a National Award but also received an overwhelming response overseas, especially in Punjabi-rich cities like Surrey, Calgary, Brampton, Langley, and Winnipeg the sequel promises to build on that momentum with even more entertainment. Thi
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PollywoodOct 03, 2025

The Punjabi Connection: Gama Singh’s Legacy Shines at Calgary Film Festival

Jasmine Singh At the vibrant Calgary Film Festival, Connect Media Network had the honour of sitting down with wrestling icon Gama Singh for an exclusive and deeply personal interview. The legendary wrestler was in attendance with his son for the screening of Singhs in the Ring — a powerful documentary chronicling his life, legacy, and the rise of South Asian wrestlers in North America. Tucked into a quiet corner of a cozy hotel lounge, Gama Singh — impeccably dressed and full of grace — spoke from the heart in both English and Punjabi, reflecting on a journey that took him from the s
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PollywoodOct 01, 2025

Punjabis Across the World Praying for Rajvir Jawanda’s Recovery

It's been five long days since beloved Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda was admitted to the ICU in Punjab, india and as he continues to fight for his life, prayers are pouring in from across the globe. From gurdwaras to living rooms, Punjabis everywhere are joining hands in ardaas, sending strength and hope for a miracle. In cities like Surrey and Brampton where Rajvir has an immense fan base special prayer meetings have been held, uniting the community in grief, hope, and unwavering faith. Across Canada and in Punjabi households worldwide, candles are being lit, ardaas recited, and hearts lift