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BollywoodNov 17, 2021

Vir Das receives backlash over viral 'I come from two Indias' monologue

Comedian Vir Das on Tuesday issued a clarification regarding a recently uploaded video on YouTube, titled 'I come from two Indias' that was a part of his recent performance at the John F Kennedy Center in Washington. The video uploaded by Vir has been doing the rounds on social media that features the comedian talking about 'Two Indias' that he comes from. In the six-minute-long video that the comedian uploaded on his YouTube channel on Monday, he could be heard contrasting the dark sides of India by taking a dig at issues like- its battle against COVID-19, gang rapes, farmers' protest and mor
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BollywoodNov 17, 2021

Shahrukh Khan's manager summoned second time by Mumbai police

Actor Shahrukh Khan's manager Pooja Dadlani has sought more time after she was summoned for the second time by the Mumbai police for questioning in the drugs-on-cruise extortion case, police said. Now, there could be the issuance of a third summon too, the police added. So far 20 people have recorded their statements in the drugs-on-cruise extortion case, as per the police.
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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PollywoodJun 12, 2026

Spiritual Awakening Takes Center Stage in Tarnvir Singh Jagpal's Groundbreaking Film Chaali Din

Jasmine Singh In an exciting development for Punjabi cinema, director Tarnvir Singh Jagpal’s upcoming film, Chaali Din, is already generating buzz for its unique blend of life lessons and spiritual exploration. Based on Dr. Gurpreet Dhugga's enlightening book, the film delves into how life should be lived, emphasizing the importance of finding one's guiding light. Dr. Dhugga, a physician turned author, shared his transformative experience during the creation of Chaali Din with Connect Cine. He expressed how writing the book not only changed his perspective but also illuminated the paths
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BollywoodJun 12, 2026

Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash After Controversial Audience Comments

In a recent episode of Pranit More's stand-up show, a segment featuring an audience member's objectionable remarks about a woman has sparked significant outrage online. The incident, dubbed the "Rs 370 biryani" clip, showcased a male attendee recounting a date where he spent Rs 370 on biryani, only to express feelings of entitlement to intimacy afterward. The comedian's laughter during the segment further fueled criticism, as many felt the comments were inappropriate and disrespectful. As backlash intensified, Pranit issued an apology, stating that the audience member's views do not align
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BollywoodJun 10, 2026

Kangana Ranaut Reacts to ‘Peddi’ Controversy

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Peddi and its portrayal of women, actress-politician Kangana Ranaut has shared her views on the debate. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, has faced criticism for the depiction of Janhvi Kapoor’s character Achiyamma, with viewers calling out repeated close-up shots, suggestive camera angles, and certain dialogues delivered by Ram Charan’s character. Following the backlash, Buchi Babu Sana apologised to audiences and announced changes to the disputed scenes. He clarified that objectifying women was never his intention and that he did not want v
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PollywoodJun 09, 2026

Gurpreet Ghuggi Discusses New Film "Chaali Din" and Son Sukhan's Rising Career

Jasmine SinghIn a recent visit to the Connect Media Network studio in Surrey, Punjabi actor Gurpreet Ghuggi opened up about his upcoming film "Chaali Din," inspired by a popular Punjabi book. During the discussion, he emphasized the film's significance and the necessity of social media in promoting such projects.Gurpreet also shared insights about his son Sukhan Waraich, who plays a pivotal role in the film. He noted with pride that Sukhan has never relied on his father's fame, stating that he has chosen to carve his own path in the industry. Currently, Sukhan is assisting director Anurag Sing
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PollywoodJun 05, 2026

Ammy Virk Reveals Major Bollywood Break During Surrey Visit

Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk recently visited Connect Media Network’s studio in Surrey, where he spoke candidly about the growing success of his latest Punjabi film Chardikala and shared exciting updates about his future projects. During the conversation, Ammy expressed his happiness over the overwhelming response the film has been receiving from audiences overseas, particularly in Canada. He described Chardikala as the kind of cinema that has the potential to bring fresh direction to the Punjabi film industry and inspire filmmakers to explore new storytelling approaches. The actor a