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PollywoodSep 08, 2021

Anticipatory bail plea of Gurdas Maan rejected

Punjabi singer Gurdas Maan on Tuesday was denied anticipatory bail in the case of objectionable remarks made during a religious fair at Dera Baba Murad Shah in Nakodar last month. Gurdas Maan had described Ladi Shah, who was the ruler of the dera, as descendant of third Sikh Guru Amar Das.Following his remarks, Sikh organisations, including the Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Committee, filed a case against him for hurting the religious sentiments of the community. Subsequently, Gurdas Maan had filed an anticipatory bail petition in the District and Sessions Court. During the hearing, advocates of Si
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BollywoodSep 07, 2021

Preity Zinta's co-owned 'Punjab Kings' to get new IPL anthem

Ahead of the resumption of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021, actor Preity Zinta shared that her team Punjab Kings will get a new anthem. The anthem has been composed by Sajid Khan and sung by Mika Singh. For the unversed, the previous anthem 'Dhoom Punjabi' of Punjab Kings was crooned by Mika's elder brother Daler Mehndi. IPL 2021 is scheduled to return with its Phase 2 in the UAE, starting September 19.
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PollywoodSep 07, 2021

'Punjab is in my blood': Diljit Dosanjh

'Punjab is in my blood', actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh said after a fan asked him why he was not seen in his place of birth, Punjab anymore. Replying to Diljit's tweet about his latest album 'MoonChild Era', the fan wrote, "Hun Punjab nahi nazr anda jithe janam hoya bhai jaan." To which Diljit replied, "Punjab Blood Ch aa Veere.. Lakhan Lok Kam Lai Punjab Ton Bahar Jande Ne..Eda Matlab eh nhi ke Punjab Sadey Andron Nikal Geya. Punjab Di Mitti da Baneya Sareer Punjab Kivey Shadh Dau. (Punjab is in my blood, brother. Lakhs of people step out of Punjab for work, which doesn't mean that Punjab is no
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BollywoodSep 07, 2021

Man hit by actor Rajat Bedi's car in Mumbai in critical condition

A resident of D N Nagar in Mumbai was hit by actor Rajat Bedi's car while returning from work on Monday and is in critical condition. Police have registered a case against Rajat Bedi under sections 279 and 338 of IPC and called the accused today for investigation. The accident took place near a temple in West Andheri, Mumbai. Further investigation is underway.
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BollywoodSep 07, 2021

'Antim: The Final Truth' is here

The makers of 'Antim: The Final Truth' have unveiled the first poster of the film depicting the daunting rivalry of the robust gangster Aayush Sharma and the fierce cop megastar Salman Khan. This is the first time that Salman and Aayush will be seen sharing screen space with each other. Presented by Salman Khan Films, 'Antim: the Final Truth' is produced by Salma Khan and directed by Mahesh Manjrekar.
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BollywoodSep 06, 2021

BJP protests outside Javed Akhtar's Mumbai residence

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday staged a protest against lyricist Javed Akhtar outside his residence here, alleging that he compared Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) with the Taliban, which recently captured Afghanistan following months of offensives. BJP leader Ram Kadam said, "Javed Akhtar should come forward to apologise for his statement, otherwise, we will continue to protest against him and file an FIR for his humiliating remarks." Further, he said that the BJP will not allow his films to screen across the country if Akhtar does not apologise to th
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BollywoodSep 06, 2021

Akshay Kumar's mother hospitalised, actor flies back from UK

After learning about his mother Aruna Bhatia's ill health, actor Akshay Kumar immediately flew back to Mumbai from the UK on Monday. His mother is currently admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of Mumbai's Hiranandani Hospital. For the unversed, Akshay was shooting for a new film in the UK for the past couple of weeks. ANI)
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PollywoodSep 05, 2021

Dev Kharoud and Jimmy Sheirgill starrer ‘Shareek 2’ to release on April 2022

Actors Jimmy Sheirgill and Dev Kharoud starrer Punjabi film, Shareek 2 now has a release date. The film will be hitting the theatres on April 29, 2022. The film got delayed because of the Covid-19 crisis. The cast and crew of the film shared the first motion picture of the film on their social handles. The film stars Jimmy Sheirgill and Dev Kharoud, along with Sharan Kaur as the female lead. Other actors who will be seen playing pivotal roles include Amar Noorie, Mukul Dev, Anita Meet, Yograj Singh, Aman Sutardhar, Mahavir Bhullar, and Sunita Dhir. The movie has been directed by Navaniat Sing
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BollywoodSep 05, 2021

Farah Khan shares picture from KBC sets featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone

Filmmaker Farah Khan Kunder, who is currently battling COVID-19, will soon feature in a special episode of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' with actor Deepika Padukone. The upcoming episode was shot before Farah contracted the disease. On Sunday, Farah took to Instagram and shared a picture from the sets of the popular quiz show. In the image, Big B, who is the host of 'KBC', can be seen sharing smiles with Farah and Deepika. She also revealed that everyone who was present on the sets that day tested negative for coronavirus.

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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

Big Buzz Builds Around Dhurandhar 2 Ahead of Release

Excitement is rising for the much-awaited sequel Dhurandhar 2, which is already generating massive buzz ahead of its release. The film follows the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar, which dominated the box office a few months ago and set high expectations for the next chapter. Even before its trailer drops, early ticket sales in the United States are showing promising numbers. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala reports that the film has already collected about $238,517 through advance bookings, indicating strong overseas interest. Industry insiders believe the sequel could even challenge the North Am
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

Sonu Sood Offers Shelter to Stranded Travellers in Dubai

Bollywood actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood has once again shown his commitment to helping those in distress. The Bollywood star recently reached out to travellers stuck in Dubai due to rising tensions connected to the Israel–Iran conflict. Taking to the social media platform X (Twitter), Sood shared a video message announcing that free and secure accommodation would be arranged for people unable to return home because of the crisis. In his post, he explained that anyone stranded without a place to stay could contact him directly for support. In the video, the actor reassured affected travell
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

A Fresh Turn in Arijit’s Musical Journey

After sending ripples across the music world by announcing he would step away from playback singing, Arijit Singh has returned with something new-an independent release that hints at the next phase of his artistic path. When Arijit revealed he would no longer accept new film playback projects, fans were both shocked and curious about what the future might hold for one of India’s most admired voices. For weeks, speculation grew about where his music would go next. Now, Arijit has answered that question by stepping into the independent music space. His latest single, “Raina,” brings togeth
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

Nora Fatehi Hits Back After Peace Appeal Sparks Online Debate

Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi has pushed back against online criticism that followed her recent message calling for global harmony amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, including the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Earlier this week, the actor shared a video on Instagram urging people to choose compassion and unity at a time when images of unrest continue to dominate headlines. She assured followers that she is safe in India but acknowledged the fear and emotional strain many are experiencing as violence persists. While her intention was to promote peace,
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PollywoodMar 06, 2026

Cheers, Chaos and Comebacks: Karan Aujla’s Tour Takes a Turbulent Turn

Punjabi singer Karan Aujla began his much-publicised India tour amid massive excitement, but the celebrations quickly gave way to frustration as fans in multiple cities reported serious mismanagement at concert venues. Trouble first surfaced in Delhi, and by the time the tour caravan rolled into Mumbai, social media platforms were overflowing with complaints and chaotic videos. Following his Holi-themed performances in Mumbai and Pune, Aujla appeared to address the situation — though in his own understated style. Sharing a picture beside his private jet on Instagram Stories, he hinted at a p