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BollywoodOct 02, 2021

Kangana Ranaut named brand ambassador of UP government scheme

The Uttar Pradesh government has named actor Kangana Ranaut as the brand ambassador of its ambitious 'one district-one product' programme.The actor met Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence here.The UP government has launched the one district-one product (ODOP) programme with the aim to create product-specific traditional industrial hubs across 75 districts of the state.According to a senior official, the actor praised the works being done by the chief minister during the meeting.The CM requested her to pay a visit to Ram temple in Ayodhya.
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BollywoodOct 02, 2021

Famous Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif passes away in Germany

Famous Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif passed away on Saturday in Germany after facing severe health issues. Sharif was 66. Pakistan's Ambassador to Germany Dr Mohammad Faisal was among the first prominent person to confirm the news. Soon after the death of the Pakistani comedian was announced, Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed condolences over the passing away of the famous comedian. Back in August, Sharif had suffered a heart attack. According to his close friend, he had gone through two heart bypasses. In September, Sharif in a video message had sought help from the Imran Khan government f
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PollywoodOct 02, 2021

Afsana Khan returns to ‘Bigg Boss 15’ just hours after quitting

Punjabi singer Afsana Khan of Titliaan Warga fame surprised her fans when she revealed on her social media accounts that she will be leaving ‘Bigg Boss 15’. She dropped out of the reality show after having panic episodes in her hotel room while quarantined. She announced the news on her social media accounts. However, now the singer is on her way back to the ‘Bigg Boss’ house. Afsana has opted to retake the challenge after withdrawing from the TV program. She joined her co-participants on the show.
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BollywoodSep 30, 2021

Suniel Shetty to star in web series 'Invisible Woman'

Actor Suniel Shetty will be seen showcasing his acting skills in the new web series 'Invisible Woman'. Helmed by Rajesh M. Selva, the upcoming project is touted as an action thriller. Excited about the series, Suniel said, "A web series today must have something to set it apart from the barrage of narratives that already exist, and the story of Invisible Woman immediately captured my attention. I am very happy to collaborate with the producers to bring 'Invisible Woman' to life and to make my debut in a web series as unique as this." 'Invisible Woman' is currently going on floors and will be t
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BollywoodSep 30, 2021

Sara Ali Khan dubs for 'Atrangi Re', shares glimpse on social media

Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan, who regularly treats her fans on social media with amazing updates, on Thursday, shared a glimpse of her dubbing session for her upcoming movie 'Atrangi Re'. Sara took to her Instagram story and posted a picture from the dubbing studio, with the film's name on the screen and a mic in the front. Directed by Anand L Rai, 'Atrangi Re' also stars Akshay Kumar and Dhanush in key roles.
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PollywoodSep 30, 2021

Title of Ammy Virk starrer ‘Hun Ni Mud De Yaar’ movie changed

Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk took to his social media account to talk about the title change of his upcoming film, Hun Ni Mud De Yaar. The film starring Ammy Virk, Wamiqa Gabbi, Nasir Chinyoti, Zafri Khan and Yasamani Mohsani is now renamed to, ‘Aaja Mexico Challiye’. This will be released worldwide in theatres on November 25, 2021. The film is written and directed by Rakesh Dhawan.
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BollywoodSep 29, 2021

John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor's 'Ek Villain Returns' to release in July 2022

Announcing the release date of the film, the much-awaited thriller 'Ek Villain Returns' producer Ekta Kapoor took to Instagram and wrote, "Iss baar hero nahi, Ek Villain Returns on Eid 2022. Revenge will be served on 8th July 2022." Directed by Mohit Suri, 'Ek Villain Returns' is the sequel of the 2014 Bollywood film 'Ek Villain'. The new part stars John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani and Tara Sutaria. It is jointly produced by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms.
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PollywoodSep 29, 2021

Amrit Maan is no longer the ‘Hakam’

Punjabi singer-actor Amrit Maan had recently unveiled the first look poster of his much-awaited film ‘Hakam’. Now, the artist took to social media to share a new update on the change in the title of the film. Along with the poster, Amrit Maan announced that the title of the film is changed to ‘Babbar’. The actor shared that the makers had to change due to technical reasons. He wrote, “Technical reasons karke HAKAM movie da naam BABBAR rakh ditta gya hai..BABBAR jaldi release hovegi tuhade nazdeeki cinemas de vich.” The film is collectively presented by Bamb Beats and Desi Crew. Ba
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BollywoodSep 29, 2021

Nushrratt Bharuccha earns Best Actress nomination at Asian Contents Awards

Nushrratt Bharuccha has bagged a nomination for Best Actress at the Asian Contents Awards by Busan International Film Festival for essaying the role of Meenal in the short film 'Khilauna', a part of the Netflix anthology 'Ajeeb Daastaans'. Actor Ali Fazal has also earned a BIFF nomination for Best Actor at the Asia Content Awards for his role of Ipsit Nair in 'Forget Me Not', one of the four films in the 'Ray' anthology on Netflix. Busan International Film Festival is scheduled for October 6-15.

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PollywoodJul 06, 2026

ZEE5 removes Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' from streaming in India two days after release

Diljit Dosanjh's film Satluj has been removed from the ZEE5 streaming platform in India just two days after its release. The film is currently unavailable for streaming in the country. According to an official statement from ZEE5, the film has been withdrawn from its Indian catalogue until further notice due to what the platform described as "the current circumstances." The company said it continues to support the film and its makers and is exploring legal options to restore the title on the platform. Satluj premiered on ZEE5 on July 3. The film, based on the life of human rights activist Jasw
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BollywoodJul 03, 2026

Justin Bieber in Talks for First-Ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

Excitement is brewing among Justin Bieber fans as reports suggest that the pop icon is in discussions to perform at the upcoming FIFA World Cup Halftime Show. This year marks the event's inaugural Halftime Show, and Bieber is being considered alongside other music legends like Madonna, Shakira, and the K-pop sensation BTS, who were confirmed back in May. The buzz intensified after Bieber was spotted at the World Cup opening ceremony in Inglewood, California, where he reportedly treated VIP guests to an exclusive backstage performance of his hit song "Yukon." Dressed in a stylish pink hoodie
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BollywoodJul 03, 2026

Jasmin Bhasin Shares Positive Health Update After Hospitalization

Television star Jasmin Bhasin has provided an encouraging health update following her diagnosis of terminal ileitis in Dubai. In her latest Instagram Stories, she announced her return home from the hospital in India, stating that she is “recovering smoothly.” She expressed gratitude for the support she received, writing, “Quick update: I’m home from the hospital, resting well, and recovering. No stress, no danger—just taking it easy. Thank you for all the prayers and messages.” Earlier, Jasmin had shared that doctors in Dubai advised her to remain hospitalized, but she opted t
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PollywoodJul 03, 2026

Tarsem Jassar Talks Dastaar and Dreams of Collaborating with Taapsee Pannu

Jasmine Singh Punjabi actor Tarsem Jassar, currently captivating audiences with his compelling role in the film Dastaar, recently visited the Connect Media Network office to discuss the significance of his latest project produced by Whitehill Studios. During the conversation, Tarsem highlighted various aspects of Dastaar, which sheds light on the racism faced by Sikhs worldwide and their unwavering commitment to dignity in the face of adversity. With a blend of seriousness and humor, the discussion took a lighter turn when Tarsem was asked about his dream collaboration with a Bollywood ac
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PollywoodJul 03, 2026

Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 releases on OTT Uncut under a new title Satluj

After years of setbacks and a prolonged struggle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), director Honey Trehan's highly anticipated film, originally titled Punjab 95, has finally debuted. Now streaming exclusively on ZEE5 as Satluj, the film features an impressive cast, including Diljit Dosanjh, Kanwaljeet Singh, Arjun Rampal, Suvinder Vicky, and Geetika Vidya Ohlyan. Inspired by the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, Satluj delves into one of Punjab's most harrowing periods, addressing the disappearances, alleged extrajudicial killings, and unlawful detention