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PollywoodMay 31, 2022

Punjabi film actor Kartar Cheema detained after being accused of issuing threats

Punjabi film actor Kartar Cheema was on Monday detained by the Civil Lines police here after NSUI president Akshay Kumar accused him of issuing threats through gangster Goldy Brar. Brar had claimed the responsibility for the Sidhu Moosewala murder. A monetary dispute is said to be the reason behind the altercation. Civil Lines SHO Amolakdeep Singh Kahlon said the matter is being probed. Akshay Kumar claimed that he had given Rs 25 lakh to Kartar Cheema on loan which the latter did not return. He alleged that Cheema through gangster Goldy Brar had issued him death threats saying not a single r
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PollywoodMay 30, 2022

Drake condoles Sidhu Moose Wala's death with special social media tribute

Canadian rapper and songwriter Drake has condoled the death of Punjabi musician turned politician Sidhu Moose Wala with a tribute on social media. Drake took to his Instagram handle on Monday and shared a story in remembrance of the late rapper-singer. It featured a throwback picture of Moose Wala with his mother along with the caption, "RIP MOOSE @sidhu moosewala." Drake had been among the several million followers that Moose Wala had on Instagram. On Sunday evening, Moose Wala was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Jawaharke village of Mansa district. The incident occurred two days afte
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PollywoodMay 30, 2022

From Diljit Dosanjh to Ammy Virk, Punjabi artistes mourn demise of Sidhu Moose Wala

The murder of Punjabi singer and Congress leader Sidhu Moose Wala has left his fans and followers devastated. Several Punjabi actors and singers expressed their condolences on social media following the singer's death. Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh took to his Instagram handle and wrote, "Oh WAHEGURU Heartbreaking news..Baut Talent C Munde Ch..Mai Kadey Mileya Ni c..Par Odi Mehnat Bol di C No Doubt. Parents Lai Baut Hard Aa..Baba Bhanaa Manan Da Bal Bakshey Parivaar NuBaut Bura Din Aa MUSIC INDUSTRY Lai." Singer and actor, Parmish Verma also posted a photo of the deceased singer wit
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BollywoodMay 27, 2022

Preity's 'Hotties' gang, from Karan Johar's birthday bash includes Saif, Kareena, Aishwarya

While many photos from Karan's birthday celebration have already gone viral, we couldn't take our eyes off a priceless photo of Preity Zinta, that she posted on her social media account, posing with her 'Hotties' gang, which includes Kareena Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Saif Ali Khan, on Friday.The 'Koi Mil Gaya' actor took to her Instagram handle and shared this gorgeous pic with her B-Town buddies, wherein she wrote, "Never a dull moment with these hotties #nightout #friendsforever #memories #strikeapose #ting"As seen in the picture, Preity wore a green off-the-shoulder sequined dress
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BollywoodMay 27, 2022

Film producer Boney Kapoor’s credit card used for transactions worth Rs 3.82 lakh

An aide of top film producer Boney Kapoor has filed a complaint against an unidentified person after the latter’s credit card was fraudulently used to carry out transactions totalling Rs 3.82 lakh, a Mumbai police official said on Friday.As per the complaint, which was filed in Amboli police station on Wednesday under provisions of the IPC and Information Technology Act, the accused has used the credit card to carry out five online transactions on February 9 by obtaining Kapoor’s details and password, he said.Kapoor found out about the fraud when an executive from his bank called up for cr
EnglishMay 25, 2022

Kate Moss to testify in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation case

Model and Hollywood star Johnny Depp's ex Kate Moss is set to testify in the ongoing defamation case between the actor and his former wife Amber Heard.Heard, previously referenced the model during the ongoing court case, when she discussed an alleged altercation between Depp and Whitney Henriquez, Heard's sister, reports a leading portal.She said: "(Whitney's) back was to the staircase, and Johnny swings at her. I don't hesitate, I don't wait - I just, in my head, instantly think of Kate Moss and stairs." Heard first made the allegation during her testimony in the UK in 2020.She said at the ti
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BollywoodMay 25, 2022

Justin Bieber set for India tour, will perform in Delhi on October 18

Get ready to have a blast in October as Justin Bieber is all set to come to India in that particular month.The 'Baby' hitmaker will perform at New Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 18 as part of his 'Justice World Tour'.According to Billboard, the show is being co-promoted by AEG Presents and Indian entertainment ticketing platform BookMyShow.Justice World Tour will travel to over 30 countries -- playing more than 125 shows - starting from May 2022 through March 2023.The upcoming show will mark Justin's second tour in India. In 2017, he performed in Mumbai as part of his Purpose worl
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BollywoodMay 25, 2022

Hansal Mehta marries Safeena Husain

Bollywood film director Hansal Mehta, known for films such as ‘Shahid’, ‘Aligarh’, ‘Omerta’ (2018) and series ‘Scam 1992’, shared the news of his marriage on his social media handles."So after 17 years, two children, watching our sons growing up and chasing our respective dreams, we decided to get hitched. As always in life, this was also impromptu and unplanned."Our vows, however, were truthful but for this little ceremony they would never have been said. Ultimately love prevails over all else. And it has…,” Mehta wrote, alongside a series of pictures from the wedding cere
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PollywoodMay 24, 2022

Minorities panel seeks report from Punjab, Maharashtra Govt in Bharti Singh's beard joke

The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) has sought a report from the Chief Secretaries of the Punjab and Maharashtra Governments on a complaint against comedian Bharti Singh’s joke on the beard and moustache of the Sikhs.In a statement, the NCM said the report had been sought as Bharti’s joke had hurt the religious sentiment of the Sikhs in India and abroad. It said action would be taken based on the report.An FIR was lodged in Amritsar a few days ago, on a complaint of the SGPC.

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Jasmine Singh In an exciting turn of events, Ed Sheeran has announced his collaboration with Punjabi singer Karan Aujla, sharing a sneak peek on social media. Karan, affectionately known as the "Munda from Surrey," has made a significant mark in the Punjabi music scene and Bollywood, gaining recognition on an international scale. Originally from Punjab, Karan Aujla has built a loyal fan base, particularly among Punjabis in Canada, especially in Surrey and Brampton. His recent shift to Dubai hasn’t diminished his popularity; if anything, it has broadened his reach. Karan's unique style a
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Television star Pankaj Dheer, known for playing Karna in B R Chopra's “Mahabharat” and king Shivdutt in fantasy drama “Chandrakanta”, has died at the age of 68 following a battle with cancer. “He passed away due to cancer this morning. He had been in and out of hospital in the past months,” producer and friend Ashoke Pandit told Dheer, who hailed from Punjab, started out as an actor in the 1980s, featuring in minor roles in many movies. His big break came in 1988 when he was cast as Karna in the small screen adaptation of Hindu epic “Mahabharata”. After that, his popularity pe
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PollywoodOct 09, 2025

Surrey Mourns the Loss of Beloved Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jwanda: A Heartfelt Farewell

Jasmine Singh The Punjabi music industry is in mourning following the passing of Rajvir Jwanda, who had been on a ventilator for the last 11 days. His untimely death has sent shockwaves across the continent, with condolences pouring in from fans and fellow artists alike. From Surrey to Calgary, Brampton to Winnipeg, Punjabi communities are coming together to honor the legacy of a singer who meant so much to them. Gatherings are being held in various cities, where fans reminisce about the joy Rajvir's music brought to their lives. His songs were the highlight of every celebration, whethe
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PollywoodOct 09, 2025

Actor-bodybuilder Varinder Ghuman dies at 42

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