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BollywoodJan 06, 2022

Kapil Sharma’s Netflix comedyto debut on January 28

Popular comic and TV show host Kapil Sharma’s debut comedy special 'Kapil Sharma: I’m Not Done Yet' is set to premiere on January 28, the streamer announced on Wednesday. The stand-up special was announced last year in January. “From the streets of Amritsar to the sets of Mumbai, Kapil Sharma has been entertaining us for a while now, but he is not done yet! “Our favorite comedian is all set to tickle your funny bone, this time on Netflix with his first comedy special marking his streaming debut,” a note from Netflix read. The official Twitter account of the streamer announced the rel
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BollywoodJan 05, 2022

Sonu Nigam reveals he and his family have tested COVID positive

Bollywood playback singer Sonu Nigam, on Tuesday, announced on social media that he has tested positive for COVID-19, along with his wife, son and sister-in-law. The popular singer took to his Instagram handle and shared a vlog in which he divulged the news. He captioned the post as, "#SonuLiveD | Vlog 141. I tested Covid +. Happy New Year 2022 to the extended family! #covid_19 #newyear #2022 #vlog." In the video, Sonu revealed that he is currently in Dubai with his family and that he was supposed to go to Bhubaneshwar for a show's shoot which he won't be doing now as he is in quarantine. Ea
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BollywoodJan 05, 2022

Ekta Kapoor tests positive for Covid-19

Film and television producer Ekta Kapoor on Monday said she has tested positive for the novel coronavirus and is doing well. The 46-year-old filmmaker took to Instagram to share her diagnosis. "Despite taking all precautions I have tested covid positive. I am fine and request everyone who has come in contact with me to please test themselves," Kapoor wrote in her post. Earlier in the day, actor-producer John Abraham said he and his wife, investment banker Priya Runchal have tested positive for COVID-19.
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BollywoodDec 31, 2021

Ranvir Shorey shares hotel quarantine ordeal

Bollywood actor Ranvir Shorey, who is under quarantine at a hotel in Goa with his son Haroon, as the latter had earlier tested COVID positive, shared the unpleasant experience he underwent after he had revealed the diagnosis on social media. On December 28, Ranvir had informed his followers that his son, whom he shares with Konkona Sen Sharma, tested positive for COVID-19 during routine RT-PCR testing they had undergone for the return flight from Goa to Mumbai. He had also shared that he and his son were asymptomatic and had quarantined themselves. Today, the 'Lootcase' actor took to his Insta
BollywoodDec 31, 2021

Nora Fatehi tests COVID-19 positive

Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi announced that she has tested positive for COVID-19. Taking to her Instagram Story, Nora wrote, "Hey guys, unfortunately, I am currently battling Covid...It has honestly hit me real hard! I've been bedridden for a few days now under the doctor supervision. Please stay safe guys wear your masks, it's spreading fast and can affect everyone differently!""Unfortunately, I have reacted badly to it, this could happen to anyone please be careful! I am working on recovering at the moment that's all that matters right now. Nothing is more important than your health! Take car
BollywoodDec 30, 2021

Hugh Jackman tests positive for COVID-19

Hollywood star Hugh Jackman has said that he has tested positive for coronavirus. The 53-year-old actor took to Instagram on Tuesday to share the news of his diagnosis that has forced him to cancel performances of his Broadway show 'The Music Man'. "I just wanted you to hear from me that I tested positive this morning for COVID. My symptoms are like a cold, I have a scratchy throat and a bit of a runny nose," the actor said in a 30-second video.
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BollywoodDec 30, 2021

Arjun Kapoor & Anshula test covid positive

Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor tested positive for covid-19 on Wednesday. Also testing positive were his sibling Anshula Kapoor, cousin Rhea Kapoor, who got married not long ago, and Rhea's filmmaker hubby Karan Boolani. Arjun's girlfriend Malaika Arora will also undergo a test for the virus. Arjun, Anshula, Rhea and Karan are presently in isolation in their respective homes and are following all the precautions under the guidance of doctors. This is the second time that Arjun has got Covid. He had earlier tested positive back in September 2020, but recovered without complications.
BollywoodDec 29, 2021

Kanye West buys $4.5 million mansion across the street from Kim Kardashian

Rapper Kanye West has bought a house across the street from Kim Kardashian. Although the former couple, who have four children together, are currently going through a divorce, they have remained amicable and Kanye has splurged $4.5 million on the property in Hidden Hills California, in order to remain close to his family. Kanye, who has officially changed his name to Ye, paid $421,000 more than the original asking price so that he could purchase the home directly across from where Kim lives with their children North, eight, Saint, six, Chicago, three and Psalm, two.
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BollywoodDec 29, 2021

Asim Riaz taunts Shehnaaz Gill

A video of Punjabi actress Shehnaaz Gill dancing at an engagement party of his manager went viral on social media. However, it seems it did not go down with her 'Bigg Boss 13' co-housemate Asim Riaz, who seemed to have taken a dig at her with a cryptic post on social media saying that "people get over loved ones so soon". Without naming anyone, Asim wrote: "Just saw few dancing clips ... seriously people get over loved ones so soon. Kya baat kya baat... #Newworld." What led next was fans slamming Asim for his tweet. Shehnaaz was reportedly in a relationship with late actor Sidharth Shukla, who

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