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BollywoodNov 17, 2021

'Miya Bhai' rapper Ruhaan Arshad quits music

Hyderabadi rapper Ruhaan Arshad, who shot to fame after the release of his rap song 'Miya Bhai' in 2018, recently announced that he quit the music industry, saying it is "haraam" (prohibited) in Islam. On his YouTube channel 'Ruhaan Arshad official', the rapper uploaded a video for his 2.34 million subscribers, in which he announced that he is quitting music after realising it is "haraam" in his religion. Arshad also urged his followers who had entered into the music industry after being inspired by him, to quit rapping. The rapper became an overnight star after he released his rap song 'Miya
PollywoodNov 17, 2021

Pukhraj Bhalla gets hitched

Recently, Punjabi actor Pukhraj Bhalla got engaged to his lady love Dishu Sidhu in an intimate ceremony. The two got engaged in the company of their family members and friends. The couple is set to tie the knot on November 19.
PollywoodNov 16, 2021

Roshan Prince to direct & star upcoming Punjabi film

Punjabi singer and actor Roshan Prince will soon be hitting the big screens with the upcoming film titled ‘Vadhayiyaan Bapu Tenu’. Roshan took to his social media handle to share the details about the film, which he will also be directing. This will be the first Punjabi feature film to be shot in Winnipeg, Canada and Punjab. Moreover, along with Roshan Prince, the film stars Gurpreet Ghuggi, Oshin Brar, Yograj Singh, Karamjit Anmol, Avy Randhawa, Harby Sangha and Malkret Rauni. Based on a comic storyline, the movie has been directed and written by Roshan Prince, while Sahil Garg, Sanjiv Ga
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BollywoodNov 16, 2021

Withdraw Kangana Ranaut's Padma Shri, arrest her: Nawab Malik

Maharashtra Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Nawab Malik on Friday demanded that the Centre must withdraw the Padma Shri award from Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut for her controversial remarks on the country's Independence and sought her immediate arrest. "We strongly condemn actress Kangana Ranaut's statement. She insulted freedom fighters. The Centre must take back the Padma Shri from Kangana and arrest her. Looks like Kangana Ranaut took a heavy dose of Malana Cream before making such a statement," said Maharastra Minister.
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BollywoodNov 16, 2021

Actor Sonu Sood says his sister Malvika will enter politics

Actor Sonu Sood announced on Sunday that his sister Malvika Sood will enter politics. His announcement comes ahead of Punjab assembly polls, which are scheduled to take place next year. "My sister Malvika will be entering politics. She is ready and I have seen her service to people," said Sood while addressing a press conference. However, no clarity was offered which political party his sister will join.
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BollywoodNov 16, 2021

Rajkummar Rao's wife Patralekhaa's wedding dupatta had this special message for the groom

Actors Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa tied the knot on Monday in an intimate wedding ceremony and shared stunning photos on social media. While celebrities and fans couldn't stop gushing about the dreamy pictures from the wedding, one thing that caught our attention was a special message hidden in the bride's beautiful dupatta. Reportedly designed by celebrity fashion designers, the beautifully carved veil read out a Bengali mantra that spoke of passionate, true love. It read, "Amar poran bhora bhalobasha ami tomae shomorpon korilam," which translates to "I submit my heart filled love to you."
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BollywoodNov 09, 2021

Madhuri Dixit’s son donates hair to cancer society

Bollywood veteran actor Madhuri Dixit showered praise on her younger son Ryan who recently donated his hair to the Cancer Society on National Cancer Awareness Day. Madhuri took to her Instagram handle and shared a video of Ryan sitting at a salon and getting a harircut for the donation. Sharing the clip, Madhuri wrote an inspirational caption detailing how her son made the decision.
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BollywoodNov 09, 2021

Ekta Kapoor receives prestigious Padma Shri Award

Producer Ekta Kapoor has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award, for excellence in the field of performing arts at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi.Ekta was felicitated for her contribution in the field of television, films and digital content. She was accompanied by her father and veteran star Jeetendra for the prestigious ceremony.The producer was conferred with the award by President Ram Nath Kovind.
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PollywoodNov 09, 2021

Dilpreet Dhillon faces backlash

Recently, a video of Punjabi singer Dilpreet Dhillon making unwanted remarks on the ‘Mirasi’ community at a live show is going viral on social media. In the video, Dilpreet can be heard saying that he is not quite familiar with singing in the shows as he isn’t a Mirasi‘. “Eddan Live Ja Gauna Mainu Ghat Aunda Ae Thoda Ja, Kyonki Singer Thodi Ae. Mirasi Nhi Na Haiga, Jatt Ae”. This casteist remark by the artist has not gone down well with many who feel that people from the ‘Mirasis’ community are as human as anyone else!

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