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BollywoodJun 10, 2021

Shefali Shah recalls rejecting 'Kapoor and Sons', 'Neerja'

Bollywood actor Shefali Shah revealed she had rejected acting in hit Bollywood movies like 'Neerja' and 'Kapoor and Sons'. During an Instagram Q &A session, when a user asked her to name a movie rejected by her that went on to become a hit, Shefali quipped and wrote, "Many.. 'Kapoor and Sons', 'Neerja'." Apart from this, Shefali has also shared other interesting facts about her. Speaking about how she selects her scripts, she added, "What really hits me in my heart and gut, I will do it." Shefali will be next seen in 'Doctor G', 'Delhi Crime 2', 'Humans' and 'Darlings'.
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PollywoodJun 10, 2021

Wamiqa Gabbi to star in web series

Punjabi actor Wamiqa Gabbi is all set to make her OTT debut on Hotstar's special program Grahan. The online series will premiere on June 24. Wamiqa took to her social media account to share the motion picture of Grahan. Grahan is a series produced by JAR Pictures, which features Pawan Raj Malhotra, Anshumaan Pushkar of Jamtara fame, Sahidur Rahaman, Purva Parag and more. The series is directed by Ranjan Chandel.
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BollywoodJun 10, 2021

Narendra Modi, Mamata Banerjee mourn the demise of filmmaker-poet Buddhadeb Dasgupta

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of ace filmmaker and poet Buddhadeb Dasgupta. As per reports, Buddhadeb Dasgupta died at the age of 77 early this morning. He was suffering from ailments related to his kidney. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called his death a 'great loss' for the Indian film industry. The National award-winning director had helmed movies like 'Dooratwa', 'Grihajuddha' and 'Andhi Gali', bringing the elements of Naxalite movement on the screen. He had won National Award five times in his career. 'Anwar Ka Ajab Kissa'
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ReviewsJun 10, 2021

A perfect family, this!

Web series: The Family Man 2 Directed by: Raj & DK, Suparn S Verma Star cast: Manoj Bajpayee, Samantha Akkineni, Priyamani, Sharib Hashmi, Seema Biswas, Darshan Kumar, Sharad Kelkar, Sunny Hinduja, Shreya Dhanwantary, Shahab Ali, Vedant Sinha, Mahek Thakur, Mime Gopi, Ravindra Vijay, Devadarshini Chetan, Anandsami and N. Alagamperumal Released on: Amazon Prime Video Rating: **** and a half Jasmine A follow-up to an already popular series is always a challenge, and the series The Family Man 2 leaves nothing to chance. Whether it is changing Srikant Tiwari’s (Manoj Bajpayee) job, and the
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PollywoodJun 09, 2021

Amyra Dastur stars in a Punjabi music video…

Bollywood actor Amyra Dastur features in Zee Music’s Punjabi song, Pind that released on June 8. Pind is a romantic number picturised on Amyra, who essays the character of a simple Punjabi girl. Amyra shared her excitement about the project, “At a time like this, people could use some positivity to refresh themselves and what’s better than music for the soul. Pind is a heart-touching project for me and a really exciting one as well because I get to go absolutely de-glam and portray a rural Punjabi girl, which I haven’t done before.”
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Sonu Sood to set up 18 oxygen plants across various states

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, who has been in the limelight because of his philanthropic work, has promised to set up as many as 18 oxygen plants across various states of India. The 47-year-old actor is starting this noble deed from Kurnool and Nellore in Andhra Pradesh and Mangalore in Karnataka. He will soon set up the other oxygen plants across states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and many others. These 18 oxygen plants will cater to almost 5,500 beds. Speaking about the initiative, Sonu said, "In the l
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Katrina Kaif all set to kick-start shoot for 'Tiger 3' post lockdown

Bollywood star Katrina Kaif, who will be starring in the highly anticipated third installment of the blockbuster 'Tiger' franchise alongside Salman Khan, will soon be commencing shoot for the project. With the orders of the unlock issued by the Maharashtra government, the Film and TV industry has been allowed to commence shooting with the time limit of 5 pm in a bio bubble. Certain restricted areas are expected to slowly open up and that is when the '' actor will be joining the team of 'Tiger 3'. According to sources, Katrina is looking forward to commencing the shoot of the movie, as 'Tiger 3
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PollywoodJun 09, 2021

Sir, oh sir… We love you!

Popular lyricist, director, and music producer Bunty Bains took to social media to make a special announcement. Bunty will soon be launching the late Raj Brar’s son, Josh. “I have been seeing Josh since last 2 years working really hard each day getting ready for the next chapter of his life. And now along with him, am entirely confident to say this - Brings me immense pleasure to introduce @joshbrar to all of you. Stay Tuned to see how he is going to revolutionise Punjabi Music Industry just like how his respected father saab and one of my favourites Raj Brar sir did,” wrote Bunty. The
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Jennifer Lopez inks multi-year Netflix deal for her production banner

Hollywood actor and singer Jennifer Lopez recently inked a multi-year, first-look deal with Netflix for her production banner, Nuyorican Productions. According to Variety, Lopez will produce a slate of film and TV content, both scripted and unscripted, that will showcase diverse female actors, writers and filmmakers. Two Netflix features starring Lopez, 'The Mother', directed by Niki Caro, and 'The Cipher', based on the novel of the same name by Isabel Ojeda Maldonado had been previously announced by the streamer.

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BollywoodNov 05, 2025

Humans in A Loop– A Gentle, Powerful Reflection on Technology and Labour

Jasmine Singh I recently watched Humans In A Loop on Netflix after a close friend from Mumbai highly recommended it — and I’m so glad I did. Directed by Aranya Sahay, the film tells a deeply moving story about Adivasi women in rural India who work as data labelers for AI systems.Aranya brings to life a modern-day reality that is both meditative and unsettling, showing how international tech companies rely on Indigenous labour in places like Jharkhand, while often silencing the very voices that make their systems possible.The film is beautifully crafted and supported by strong performances
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PollywoodNov 04, 2025

Surrey’s Pride Karan Aujla Teams Up with Salim Merchant

Jasmine Singh Punjabi music fans, get ready, Karan Aujla is taking things up a notch! The singer, who proudly represents Surrey and has roots in Punjab, recently met Bollywood music composer Salim Merchant in Dubai, sparking excitement about a brand-new music project in the works. Karan Aujla, who’s often called the artist who put Surrey on the map, shared a photo with Salim Merchant on his social media, instantly setting fans abuzz. From Surrey and Calgary to Edmonton, and from the United States of Punjab all the way back to India, every Punjabi who follows Karan Aujla online knows when h
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PollywoodNov 03, 2025

Late singer Rajvir Jawanda’s final film ‘Yamla’ set for release

The family of late Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda has announced plans to release his final film, Yamla. In a post shared on social media, the family said preparations for the release are underway and called the project a tribute to his enduring legacy. In an emotional message, the family wrote that while an artist may leave the world, their art continues to live on. The announcement comes months after fans across Punjab and Canada remembered Jawanda for his contributions to Punjabi music and cinema.Directed by Rakesh Mehta, Yamla was originally shot in 2019 across several locations, i
BollywoodOct 28, 2025

Title: Whispers of Darkness: The Haunting Tale of 'Monster of Florence

Jasmine Singh Weather has pretty much changed in Canada; well, let's just say not for good. Darkness seeps in fast, and sometimes this darkness gets to your mind, leaving you unsure of what to do. Here, I was staged by this darkness, and then in dark crevices, I found a limited web series about the first serial killer of Italy. Thus, director Stefano Sollima’s four-part examination of Italy’s notorious “Mostro di Firenze” murders, which left a trail of 16 dead bodies between 1968 and 1985, can only hint strongly at the identity of the perpetrator. The individual in question vanishe
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PollywoodOct 23, 2025

Surrey’s Karan Aujla Drops New Track 'Boyfriend'

Jasmine Singh Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla, who proudly hails from Surrey, British Columbia, has just released his latest single “Boyfriend”, featuring the talented Sunanda Sharma. This marks the first time the two Punjabi stars have shared screen space, creating a buzz across the global Punjabi music community. The collaboration is already being hailed as one of the most anticipated projects of the year, as both Aujla and Sharma boast massive fan followings not only in India, but also in Canada, Australia, and the United States. Known for his sharp lyrics and distinct musical sty