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PollywoodJan 03, 2023

Himanshi Khurana hospitalised in Romania

Reality show 'Bigg Boss 13' fame Himanshi Khurana has been hospitalised in Romania after suffering a nosebleed and developing a high fever. The actress was shooting for her upcoming Punjabi film 'Fatto De Yaar Bade Ne'. Himanshi, who is known for her films such as 'Jeet Jaangey Jahaan', 'Sadda Haq', 'Leather Life', 'Afsar' and many more, was shooting for a sequence in the film in which she had to shoot under the rain in extremely cold weather. She was shooting at minus 7 degrees celsius due to which the actress developed a high fever and then bleeding from her nose started. Despite her sicknes
BollywoodJan 03, 2023

Kapil Sharma visits Golden Temple on New Year

Celebrity stand-up comedian and actor Kapil Sharma along with his family paid obeisance at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on New Year. His children, wife were along with Sharma. Also, Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi had accompanied them. He too paid obeisance at the Golden Temple. Speaking with the media, he said he had come to visit Golden Temple to thank the almighty and seek his blessings. He said he gets peace visiting the holy temple and also this was his children first visit to the shrine, so the visit has been all the more special.
BollywoodDec 22, 2022

Ram Setu takes the OTT route

Prime Video has announced the global streaming premiere of the Bollywood action-adventure thriller Ram Setu, directed by Abhishek Sharma. Led by Akshay Kumar, the film also features Jacqueline Fernandez, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Nassar and Pravessh Rana in pivotal roles.Ram Setu is about an atheist archaeologist-turned-believer, who must race against time to prove the true existence of the legendary Ram Setu before evil forces destroy the pillar of India’s heritage. The film will premiere on December 23, 2022, on Prime Video
BollywoodDec 22, 2022

SRK only Indian to feature in Empire magazine’s ‘50 Greatest Actors Of All Time’

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has become the only Indian to be named in the list of ‘50 Greatest Actors of All Time’ released by Empire magazine. Others named in the list include Hollywood stalwarts Tom Hanks, Robert De Niro, Denzel Washington, Natalie Portman and Bette Davis, among many others.Pooja Dadlani, Shah Rukh’s manager, shared a clip of the article on Instagram and wrote: “@iamsrk on the Empire list of 50 greatest actors of all time...The only Indian doing us proud always.”In a career spanning over three decades, Shah Rukh has worked in iconic films such as Dilwale Dul
BollywoodDec 21, 2022

Varun Dhawan to play the lead in Indian adaptation of Citadel

The Citadel universe from the Russo Brothers’ AGBO is set for its Indian adaptation. The yet untitled Citadel series, based out of India, will be led by duo Raj & DK (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK), who are the showrunners, and directors of the series, and will feature Varun Dhawan in the lead role. Written by Sita R. Menon along with Raj & DK, shooting for the local original spy series will begin in January 2023. The show will mark Varun Dhawan’s OTT debut and will air on Prime Video.Sharing the news, Russo Brothers dropped the first look of Varun Dhawan from the show on their offic
BollywoodDec 21, 2022

Robert De Niro calls locksmith & why?

Veteran Hollywood star Robert De Niro is feeling OK after he was woken by a serial burglar allegedly trying to steal presents from under his Christmas tree.The 'Raging Bull' actor, 79, spoke out after Shanice Aviles, 30, was arrested at his $69,000-per-month rented townhouse in the Upper East Side of New York City on Monday, December 19, reports a leading entertainment website.De Niro dashed downstairs in his bathrobe as officers arrested the suspect, but it understood there was no direct confrontation between him and Aviles."I'm good," he replied when asked by New York Post reporters outside
PollywoodDec 20, 2022

Punjabi singer Kanwar Grewal's 31-hour long questioning by Income Tax officials ends

Over 31 hours of long questioning of Punjabi singer Kanwar Grewal by the Income Tax department team at his house in Mohali ended at around 5 pm on Tuesday. The officials have seized several documents but have not shared any information with media.The Income Tax Department teams, accompanied by CRPF personnel, had carried out simultaneous search operations at the houses and offices of Punjabi singers Kanwar Grewal and Ranjit Bawa.According to sources, Income Tax officials from Ludhiana led the operation to verify the alleged theft of tax by the singers based on numerous complaints. The operatio
BollywoodDec 20, 2022

Gauahar Khan, Zaid Darbar announce pregnancy

Actor Gauahar Khan and her husband Zaid Darbar are expecting their first child together.The couple took to their respective Instagram accounts and shared the good news with their fans and followers."Bismillah hir Rahmaan nir Raheem. Need all your love and prayers. Ma sha Allah," Gauahar wrote.She broke the news with an adorable animated video. The fun video read, "One became two when Z met G. And now the adventure continues as we soon become three. In Sha Allah seeking all your prayers and blessings in this beautiful journey." Check it out:Gauahar and Zaid got married on December 25, 2020. Rep
BollywoodDec 19, 2022

Katrina Kaif beats Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone as most searched Asian on Google 2022

Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif has been named in the 'Most Searched Asian Worldwide 2022' list by Google. In the list of most searched Asians on Google this year, Katrina has fetched herself the 4th spot while Alia Bhatt is at the 5th. Katrina has the distinction of topping among Indian actors making it to the list this year. Indian cricketer, Virat Kohli got the third spot on the Most searched Asian 2022 list and became the only Indian in the top three. For the top spots, the South Korean band BTS members Taehyung and Jungkook have the top 2 spots.

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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

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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

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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