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PollywoodAug 09, 2022

Sidhu Moosewala’s song ‘295’ roars at closing ceremony of Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

It was not just a power-packed musical evening with bhangra performance from ‘Apache Indian', Punjab singer Sidhu Moosewala’s song ‘295’ was also included in the closing ceremony of Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium in Birmingham.A video of the stadium with Moosewala’s song was posted by Birmingham MP Preet Kaur Gill on Twitter.The video was well received with many commenting, “Nice to see a tribute to sidhu moosewala”, “295 song ...good achievement of sidhu moosewala ...don't forget”More than 4,500 athletes competed from 72 countries over the past 11 days at the games.
BollywoodAug 09, 2022

'Please talk to me in a respectful manner': Taapsee Pannu gets into heated argument with paparazzi

Bollywood diva Taapsee Pannu got into a heated argument with Paparazzi during a promotional event for her upcoming film Dobaaraa in Mumbai.The incident took place when the 'Naam Shabana' star was making her way through to a promotional event for her upcoming film Dobaaraa in Mumbai. The 35-year-old diva arrived at the venue and rushed inside without giving the paparazzi a chance to photograph her for a few moments. She heard the cameraman complain angrily that they had been waiting for her for two hours in order to take her picture. Taapsee, however, explained to them that she is merely adheri
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PollywoodAug 08, 2022

Drake to release Siddhu Moose Wala T-shirt merch soon

In a tribute to late Punjabi singer Siddhu Moose Wala, international rapper and singer Drake has once again won the hearts of his fans.Drake has announced that he will soon be selling the T-shirts with Siddhu Moose Wala's face on it, to pay tribute to the late singer. Drake was seen wearing the same T-shirt a while ago when he performed at a concert in Toronto. The proceeds from the sale of these T-shirts will go to Siddhu Moose Wala's family who can decide where to donate the funds to.The verified Instagram page of Drake's website 'Drake Related' posed a video of Siddhu Moose Wala and wrote,
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PollywoodAug 08, 2022

Upasana Singh sues Harnaaz Sandhu for ‘breach of contract’

Actor Upasana Singh, “Bua” of Kapil Sharma’s comedy show, has filed a civil suit against Miss Universe Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu for alleged breach of contract. The suit has been filed in a local court through advocates Karan Sachdeva and Irvan Neet Kaur, claiming Rs 1 crore in damages from the defendant for non-performance of her obligations in terms of agreement between them. Upasana said she had signed up Harnaaz as the lead artiste under her banner “Santosh Entertainment Studio LLP” in 2020 for Punjabi film “Bai Ji Kuttange.” In 2019, Harnaaz had won the title of Femina Miss India
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PollywoodAug 04, 2022

SGPC ex-chief Bibi Jagir Kaur watches Aamir Khan’s film, finds nothing objectionable

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan and the crew of comedy film 'Laal Singh Chaddha' attended the screening of the film for SGPC members at the multiplex of Curo Mall here on Wednesday afternoon.SGPC former president Jagir Kaur and experts from Sikh Missionary College and the religious body were in a attendance at the screening of the film. Jagir Kaur said: “We did not find anything objectionable in the film. There were a few minor issues, which our experts' panel will report to the film production team.” The film is set to release on August 11.
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PollywoodAug 04, 2022

Ranjit Bawa angry over Janhvi Kapoor’s 'Good Luck Jerry', says ‘Ek vaar fir Punjab nu Nasha wala dikhaya gya’

In the recent past many Pollywood actors such as Diljit Dosanjh, Ammy Virk have in the past expressed their disapproval of how Bollywood movies stereotype Punjab, its culture and Punjabis. Joining them is singer-actor Ranjit Singh who is pretty upset over the portrayal of Punjab in Janhvi Kapoor’s latest movie ‘good Luck Jerry’.Taking to Twitter, Ranjit Bawa has expressed his anger toward the movie. He says ‘Good Luck Jerry’ once again shows Punjab as a state of drug addicts. Tagging the CM of Punjab in the tweet, the actor also asked if Punjab will only be featured as a drug state.
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PollywoodAug 03, 2022

Jaani leaves India after receiving death threats

Report has it that Punjabi lyricist Jaani and his manager are continuously receiving death threats post Sidhu Moosewala's murder. Jaani has penned a letter to Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan seeking protection and expressing his mental pressure. Jaani also revealed that he along with his family has left the country as a result of the threats. “I and my Manager Mr. Dilraj Singh Nandha had received the threat calls so many times from Anti-social elements, gangsters etc., and the same matter was also discussed with the, SP Mohali, State administration, SAS Nagar (Mohali) I always follow the instruction
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BollywoodAug 03, 2022

"Need no rest, will work till 100": Alia's reply to question about working during pregnancy

Like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Neha Dhupia, mom-to-be Alia Bhatt has now become an inspiration for many women who choose to work during their pregnancy.During 'La Ilaaj' song launch from her upcoming movie 'Darlings' in the national capital, Alia was asked if she feels tired or feels the need to rest especially at a time when she is expecting her first child with husband Ranbir Kapoor.To the particular question, the 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' star gave a befitting reply.She said, "Agar aap fit ho, healthy ho, fine ho toh koi rest lene ki zarurat hai nahi. Kaam karna mujhe sukoon deta hai, mera passio
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BollywoodAug 02, 2022

Alia's 'Gangubai', Suriya's 'Jai Bhim' bag top nominations at IFFM 2022

Alia Bhatt-starrer 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' has dominated the nominations for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) Awards 2022.Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial is nominated in three categories, including Best Film, Best Actress and Best Director. Ranveer Singh's sports drama '83' and Suriya's 'Jai Bhim' will also compete with 'Gangubai' for the Best Film award.Apart from Alia, Deepika Padukone and Vidya Balan will also be vying for the award of Best Actress for their respective films 'Gehraiyaan' and 'Jalsa'.For the Best Actor category, Ranveer Singh (83), Abhishekh Bachchan (Dasvi) an

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