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BollywoodMay 07, 2026

Nora Fatehi Appears Before National Commission for Women Over ‘Sarke Chunari’ Song Controversy

Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi appeared before the National Commission for Women in connection with complaints alleging obscenity in the song “Sarke Chunari” from the film “KD The Devil.” During the proceedings, Fatehi submitted a written apology to the commission. According to statements made before the commission, Fatehi said it was never her intention to hurt anyone’s sentiments through the song or its presentation. She also stated that she would avoid performing in future item songs that could be perceived as disrespectful toward women or send inappropriate social messages. The Nati
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BollywoodMay 05, 2026

Karan Johar makes Met Gala debut in Manish Malhotra design inspired by Raja Ravi Varma

Filmmaker Karan Johar attended the Met Gala for the first time, wearing a custom outfit designed by Manish Malhotra, according to details shared about the appearance. The ensemble, titled “Framed in Eternity,” featured a power-shoulder vintage jacket paired with a hand-painted cape measuring approximately six feet. The design drew inspiration from the work of Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma. According to the description of the garment, more than 80 artisans worked on the piece over a period of about 85 days. Johar completed the look with a multi-gemstone necklace and rings from his jeweller
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BollywoodApr 30, 2026

Hazel Keech says she worked as an extra in three Harry Potter films before Bollywood career

Actor Hazel Keech says she faced challenges establishing herself in India’s film industry, despite early screen appearances in a major international franchise. In a recent interview, she said building recognition in Bollywood required “a lot of struggle.” Keech, who is married to former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh, said she appeared as an extra in three films from the Harry Potter series before moving into Indian cinema. According to her account, those credits include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fir
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BollywoodApr 30, 2026

Bollywood actresses command rising film fees in 2026, industry reports suggest

Several leading Bollywood actresses are reportedly commanding significantly higher fees per film in 2026, reflecting shifts in the industry’s pay structure and star-driven market dynamics. According to industry reports, Priyanka Chopra is among the highest-paid, with a reported fee of about ₹30 crore for a film project linked to director S. S. Rajamouli. Her current per-film fee is said to have increased to approximately ₹40 crore. Deepika Padukone is also reported to be charging between ₹25 crore and ₹30 crore per project. Similarly, Alia Bhatt is said to earn around ₹30 crore per
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BollywoodApr 27, 2026

Actor Mehreen Pirzada marries Arsh Aulakh in private ceremony in Himachal Pradesh

Actor Mehreen Pirzada has married Arsh Aulakh in a private ceremony held in Chail, Himachal Pradesh, according to posts shared on her official social media accounts. The actor posted photos from the event, showing the couple dressed in coordinated light pink outfits. Pirzada described April 26, 2026, as an important milestone in her life. In the images, Pirzada is seen wearing a light pink lehenga, while Aulakh is dressed in a matching kurta paired with a white pajama. The couple used the hashtag “ArshDiMehr” to share moments from the ceremony online. No further details about the ceremony,
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BollywoodApr 24, 2026

Sanjay Dutt announces ‘Khalnayak Returns’ sequel, first look released

Actor Sanjay Dutt has announced a sequel to his 1993 film Khalnayak, with the new project titled ‘Khalnayak Returns’. The announcement comes 33 years after the original film’s release. According to posts shared by the film’s makers and Dutt on Instagram, the first look and poster for the sequel have been released. The preview video shows Dutt in a long-haired appearance, revisiting a character style associated with the original film. The first look video also depicts scenes of injured individuals, though no official plot details have been confirmed. In one sequence, a person is shown p
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PollywoodApr 24, 2026

Teaser for late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala’s song ‘Eyes On Me’ released online

A teaser for a new song by late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala was released on social media Friday, drawing significant online attention within minutes of its publication. According to posts shared by the artist’s official team, the 34-second teaser for the track titled “Eyes On Me” was uploaded across multiple platforms earlier in the day. The clip recorded more than 15,000 likes on Instagram and over 120,000 views on YouTube shortly after release, based on platform counters at the time. The teaser opens with a visual of Punjab’s map highlighting Mansa district, followed by scenes dep
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PollywoodApr 21, 2026

Court halts release of Punjabi film ‘Pitt Siyapa’ over copyright claim

A Chandigarh court has temporarily stayed the release of the upcoming Punjabi film “Pitt Siyapa” following a copyright dispute, according to court proceedings. The film, starring actor Sonam Bajwa, had been scheduled for theatrical release on May 1. The legal challenge was filed by writer Rajan Nandan, who alleges the film’s storyline is substantially similar to a script he authored. According to Nandan, the script was officially registered in 2021. Nandan said he first identified similarities after the film’s promotional material was released on March 27, 2026. He subsequently issued
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PollywoodApr 17, 2026

Punjabi singer Nachhatar Gill releases new single “Duniya”

Punjabi singer Nachhatar Gill has released a new single titled “Duniya,” according to a release issued by Game Changer Records. The track features music by producer Deep Jandu and is presented by Game Changer Records. The label says the project brings together established contributors from the Punjabi music industry. According to the release, the song has drawn attention on social media following its launch, with listeners sharing and reacting to the track online. No independent streaming or chart data was immediately available. The release did not provide details on production timelines,

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BollywoodNov 12, 2026

Bomb Threat Email Targets Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa Bungalow for Third Time in 20 Days

Mumbai received another bomb threat targeting Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s bungalow, Jalsa, on Thursday morning. According to an official, the threatening email was sent at 10:52 a.m. Its subject line claimed that a bomb would explode at a Punjab National Bank (PNB) branch in Mumbai at 1:11 p.m. The email also mentioned several dates, including November 27 and December 31. The official said the message threatened to blow up several banks across Mumbai. This is the third email threatening to bomb Bachchan’s Jalsa bungalow in the past 20 days.
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PollywoodNov 05, 2026

Sunanda Sharma Brings Her Mother on Stage for the First Time, Wins Hearts

Popular Punjabi singer and actress Sunanda Sharma performed live at a college in Mohali on Wednesday night, captivating the audience with her energetic performance. However, the highlight of the concert was an emotional moment when Sunanda brought her mother on stage for the first time and introduced her to her fans. Holding her mother's hand, Sunanda walked her onto the stage and asked the audience to switch on their mobile phone flashlights. Looking at the stadium illuminated with lights, she told her mother, "Mom, look how beautiful this view is from here. This is what I do every day." Suna
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BollywoodNov 04, 2026

Accused of Threatening Ayushmann Khurrana and Tusshar Kapoor Arrested

Mumbai Police have arrested a man accused of threatening Bollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Tusshar Kapoor. The Mumbai Police Crime Branch detained Vaibhav Mishra, an IT professional, from Bengaluru. According to police, the accused had also sent similar threatening emails to several other people. Police clarified that Mishra has no links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The accused allegedly sent threatening audio messages to Khurrana and Kapoor in the name of the Lawrence gang, demanding crores of rupees from them.
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BollywoodNov 02, 2026

Actor Imran Khan Apologises Unconditionally After Bombay High Court Rebuke

Actor Imran Khan has issued an unconditional apology after the Bombay High Court reprimanded him on Monday for participating in protests against the Chief Election Commissioner and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. A bench comprising Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna observed that only Indian citizens have the fundamental right to participate in protests. The court also remarked that India was being lenient by issuing a notice to the US citizen, who holds an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, instead of immediately deporting him. Followin
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BollywoodOct 27, 2026

‘CID’ Creator B.P. Singh Dies of Heart Attack

Brijendra Pal Singh, popularly known as B.P. Singh, the producer of hit television shows CID and Aahat, passed away on Tuesday morning after suffering a heart attack. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit shared the news in a post on Instagram, confirming that Singh suffered a cardiac arrest earlier in the morning. His last rites will be performed on October 28. Singh gained nationwide recognition for producing CID, one of India’s longest-running crime-based television shows, which entertained audiences for nearly two decades.