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PollywoodJan 29, 2024

Main Mecca tey Azan deyna chaunda han: Khaan Saab

How often do you find yourself in the company of a Punjabi artist who can be spiritual, entertaining, and engaging at the same time. On Connect Cine this time, we sat down to for a tete-a-tete with Punjabi singer Khaan Saab who spoke candidly about his spirituality, religion, his undying love for Late Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and his unhinged fun time with Punjabi singer Garry Sandhu. Khaan Saab has garnered fans across the globe because of his mellifluous voice, “People of Pakistan have shown me considerable acceptance," shares the singer who is deeply influenced by the legendary Nusra
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BollywoodJan 29, 2024

Kriti Sanon gets Golden visa

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon has attained another accolade by joining a prestigious group of Bollywood personalities through her receipt of the Golden Visa for the UAE. Typically reserved for investors, entrepreneurs, and individuals with extraordinary talents, among others, this special visa has been granted to Kriti Sanon in recognition of her prominence in Bollywood. Previously, many of her peers like Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, as well as co-stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Varun Dhawan, and Arjun Kapoor, alongside numerous South Indian celebrities, have been recipients of this esteemed visa. T
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PollywoodJan 29, 2024

Padma award for Nirmal Rishi

Veteran actress Nirmal Rishi have been conferred Padma Shri award 2024 for her exemplary work and lifetime dedication to Punjabi cinema. With a remarkable career extending over six decades in both theatre and film, the legendary Nirmal Rishi, an iconic figure of Punjabi cinema, is honored to share this award with Pran Sabharwal, a notable theatre actor hailing from Patiala. Renowned for her captivating performances on stage, Nirmal Rishi embarked on her artistic journey under the guidance of Harpal and Neena Tiwana, esteemed figures in Punjab's theatrical scene. Nirmal Rishi has also dedica
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PollywoodJan 26, 2024

Return of Parmish Verma

It appears that Punjabi singer-actor Parmish Verma is all set to recreate the success of his film Dil Diyan Gallan. Recently, Parmish took to his Instagram account to unveil the first look poster of his upcoming movie titled Tabaah, starring alongside Wamiqa Gabbi. Interestingly, the film is set to hit theaters on May 3, 2024, coinciding exactly with the release date of Dil Diyan Gallan, which also starred Wamiqa Gabbi. Directed by Parmish Verma and scripted by Gurjind Mann, the film highlights Parmish's remarkable transformation for his role. Alongside Wamiqa Gabbi, Parmish will be seen shar
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BollywoodJan 26, 2024

Animal on Netflix

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor starrer popular film Animal is all set to stream on Netflix on January 26, 2024. The film directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga features Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Suresh Oberoi and Triptii Dimri. Animal garnered both criticism and great reviews, in fact it is touted as the best action Bollywood film of 2023. Animal will now be releasing in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada on Netflix with some major edits. The film was also in the news for many reasons, one, because of Ranbir Kapoor’s brilliant performance, Triptii Dimri’s bold scenes and
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BollywoodJan 24, 2024

'Oppenheimer' dominates Oscar nominations

The 2024 Oscar nominations have been announced. The nominees for best picture are: ``American Fiction''; ``Anatomy of a Fall''; ``Barbie''; ``The Holdovers''; ``Killers of the Flower Moon''; ``Maestro''; ``Oppenheimer''; ``Past Lives''; ``Poor Things''; ``The Zone of Interest.'' Lily Gladstone, star of ``Killers of the Flower Moon,'' became the first Native American nominated for best actress. For the 10th time, Scorsese was nominated for best director. Leonardo DiCaprio, though, was left out of best actor. Among the nominated films is the Ukraine war documentary ``20 Days in Mariupol,'' wh
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PollywoodJan 23, 2024

No Kids play

Famous Punjabi rapper The Kidd aka Gagandeep Singh known to give bhangra melodies and hip-hop beats to some famous singers and rappers like Sidhu Moosewala and Diljit Dosanjh has unknowingly stepped into controversy. The Kidd recently deleted all his posts on Instagram confusing his fans and opponents about what the artist is up to. The Kidd who has worked very closely with Sidhu Moosewala has offered no explanation for this act. Rumor has it that The Kidd is starting a new set of collaborations with certain artists who do not share a good rapport with late Sidhu Moosewala, which is why he h
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PollywoodJan 23, 2024

All hate and no love!

Punjabi singer Mani Longia who is known for his tracks Din Vaar Vaar, Balle Balle has found himself right in the middle of a controversy. The Punjabi singer was recently performing live on stage when towards the end of his show some fans requested him to sing singer Sidhu Moosewala’s songs. Mani denied this request saying that although he respects Sidhu a lot, he is not Sidhu Moosewala and he will not sing his songs. Not only this, Mani went ahead to target Punjabi singers who are still cashing on Sidhu’s death by posting his pictures and pictures of his father, Balkaur Singh Sidhu. This
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BollywoodJan 20, 2024

Siddhant Chaturvedi’s Upcoming Music Project & Action Movie Exclusively Revealed

The sensational and heartthrob Siddhant Chaturvedi is basking in the success of his recently released movie Kho Gaye Hum Kahana. Apart from Siddhant, the Netflix film also featured Ananya Panday, Adarsh Gaurav and Kalki Koechlin in leading and pivotal roles and more amazing actors. Actor Siddhant has been open and expressive about the film’s success and recently had an amazing conversation with our host Faridoon Shahryar on Connect Cine. As Siddhant talked about his role and the intensity of the character played by him, he also exclusively unveiled some crazy details about his upcoming proj

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PollywoodFeb 20, 2026

Harrdy Sandhu Returns to Punjabi Cinema as Lead

If industry buzz is anything to go by, pop star-turned-actor Harrdy Sandhu is all set to headline a new Punjabi feature film, marking a powerful comeback to regional cinema. After carving a strong space for himself in Bollywood, the singer is reportedly stepping back into Punjabi films — this time in a refreshing new avatar. Sources reveal that Simrat Kaur is being considered as the female lead opposite Sandhu, hinting at a fresh on-screen pairing that has already sparked excitement. The yet-untitled project is said to offer a storyline unlike anything seen before in Punjabi cinema, positio
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BollywoodFeb 19, 2026

Ye Set for Explosive India Debut at JLN Stadium

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is preparing to welcome 24-time Grammy winner Kanye West, now known as Ye, for a massive live show on March 29. The performance is part of his 2026 World Tour. The Delhi concert will be a one-night-only event, marking Ye’s first-ever performance in India and building excitement among fans nationwide. With a capacity of 60,000, the stadium has become a leading destination for global music tours. Tickets go on sale today at 4 PM IST and will be available exclusively through the District app. The hitmaker behind tracks like Heartless, Gold Digger, Flashing Lights, and D
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BollywoodFeb 19, 2026

Rashmika and Vijay Plan Private Udaipur Wedding with Strict Privacy Rules

Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are reportedly preparing to get married on February 26 in a closely guarded ceremony in Udaipur. According to a report by India Today, the wedding celebrations are expected to begin on February 24 with traditional pre-wedding rituals. The event is said to be a private affair, attended only by immediate family members and a select circle of close friends. In a move to ensure complete privacy, the couple has reportedly decided to enforce a strict no-phone rule for all attendees during the ceremony. Sources further suggest that no members of the film
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BollywoodFeb 19, 2026

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma Visit Vrindavan Ashram for Spiritual Guidance

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and actor Anushka Sharma paid a visit to spiritual teacher Premanand Ji Maharaj at his ashram in Vrindavan on Tuesday morning. During their visit, the couple joined other devotees as the guru delivered a discourse on devotion and faith. He spoke about the value of surrendering wholeheartedly to God, explaining that genuine faith is tested during difficult phases of life. According to him, many people turn to prayer seeking worldly gains, whereas true devotion lies in pursuing divine love and spiritual connection. Kohli reportedly spent over an hour at the ashram li
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BollywoodFeb 18, 2026

Himanshi Khurana Files Police Complaint Over ₹10 Crore Extortion Threat

Jasmine Singh Punjabi actress and model Himanshi Khurana has approached the Mohali police after allegedly receiving a ₹10 crore extortion threat from a gangster believed to be operating from abroad, officials confirmed. According to police sources, the actress reported that she received a threatening email on her personal email account. The message allegedly included a voice note in which the sender demanded ₹10 crore. Superintendent of Police (Investigation) Saurav Jindal stated that authorities are working to trace the origin of the email and identify the individual responsible for sendi