BollywoodSep 15, 2025
Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics
Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan.
Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
BollywoodSep 10, 2025
Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab
Jasmine Singh
Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different.
The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
BollywoodSep 10, 2025
Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief
Jasmine Singh
In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab.
Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief.
Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o
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
PollywoodSep 05, 2025
Punjab Floods Devastate Lives as Film Releases Take a Backseat
Jasmine Singh
The recent floods have wreaked havoc in Punjab, leaving Punjabis across the globe—whether in India, Canada, America, or Australia—deeply affected. In response to the crisis, numerous celebrities have stepped forward to assist the impacted communities. With the emotional weight of this tragedy, the release of films feels like a secondary concern. Many productions are now being postponed, as people are simply not in the mood to watch films during such a devastating time.
Even in Canada, cities like Surrey, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, and Winnipeg have seen Punjabis come tog
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