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BollywoodAug 08, 2021

Popular television actor Anupam Shyam passes away at 63

Popular television actor Anupam Shyam passed away at the age of 63 in Mumbai due to multiple organ failure. Yashpal Sharma, an actor who acted along with Shyam in the Hindi movies Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi and Lagaan told reporters today, "I got to know that he's no more. So we rushed here and found he was still breathing. The doctor later declared him dead. He was hospitalised for 4 days. He had high blood sugar and used to take injections during the shooting of his last film." Shyam had gained fame as Thakur Sajjan Singh in a popular TV series Mann Ki Awaaz Pratigya. He has also made appearan
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PollywoodAug 08, 2021

Neha Bhasin, Millind Gaba & Moosejattana confirmed for Bigg Boss OTT!

The digital version of Bigg Boss, which will be hosted by producer-director Karan Johar will see 12 contestants, out of which three belong to the Punjabi industry. The makers confirmed singer Neha Bhasin as the contestant on Bigg Boss 15. She is known for superhit songs like ‘Dhunki’. In addition to this, she has even sung covers of popular Punjabi folk songs Yet another popular Punjabi singer Millind Gaba will also be seen on the show. As per sources, another Punjabi girl, Muskaan Jattana also known as ‘Moosewali’ whose ‘Moosewali Viral’ incident also surfaced on social media is a
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BollywoodAug 07, 2021

Film industry congratulates Neeraj Chopra on winning gold at Tokyo Olympics

Members of the film industry, on Saturday, congratulated javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on winning a gold medal at Tokyo Olympics. "It's a Gold. Heartiest congratulations Neeraj Chopra on creating history. You are responsible for a billion tears of joy. Well done," actor Akshay Kumar wrote on Instagram Story. Lauding Neeraj, actor Anushka Sharma took to her Instagram Story and posted a picture of the sportsperson, saying he " makes the entire country so proud". Veteran actor Anil Kapoor, too, hailed the golden performance of Neeraj. Actors Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor and Sidhar
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BollywoodAug 07, 2021

Yo Yo Honey Singh breaks silence on domestic violence allegations

Popular singer, rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh broke the silence and has issued an official statement over the alleged false and malicious allegations levied against the singer and his family. Taking to Instagram, the singer-rapper in the statement wrote, "I am deeply pained and distressed by the false and malicious allegations levied against me and my family by my companion/wife of 20 years, Mrs. Shalini Talwar. The allegations are severely odious." Singh said in the statement that he has been associated with the industry for over 15 years and has worked with artists and musicians across the countr
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BollywoodAug 04, 2021

Met Gala will require attendees to be vaccinated, masked indoors

The Met Gala is back! The starry affair will return this fall, but with two important caveats: Everyone attending the event needs to be jabbed and must wear a mask indoors. As per People magazine, the upcoming Metropolitan Museum of Art and Vogue's annual Met Gala is enforcing a COVID-19 vaccination mandate and mask requirement. The theme for the star-studded event this year -- after a cancelled 2020 Met Gala and a postponed May date-- is 'In America: A Lexicon of Fashion'.
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BollywoodAug 04, 2021

Arjun Kapoor comes up with new show 'Bak Bak with Baba'

Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor is all set to increase the level of entertainment with his new digital show, titled 'Bak Bak with Baba'. In the show, Arjun will be seen engaging in candid conversations with his industry friends and family members. Arjun also spoke about why his IP is called 'Bak Bak with Baba'. Arjun's sister Janhvi Kapoor is the first guest on the show. On the film front, Arjun will be seen in 'Bhoot Police', which also stars Saif Ali Khan, Yami Gautam and Jacqueline Fernandez.
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BollywoodAug 04, 2021

Lara Dutta unrecognisable as Indira Gandhi in 'Bell Bottom' trailer

At the trailer launch of much-talked about Bollywood film 'Bell Bottom, the media persons who were invited to cover the event were at a loss trying to figure out the character played by Lara Dutta in the 1980s set spy thriller, headlined by Bollywood Akshay Kumar. The film's trailer, which opens with a disclaimer, begins with an Indian airplane being hijacked with all of its passengers being taken hostage in 1984. In the next scene, the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi is seen consulting with her advisors for a possible way to tackle the crisis. She is then referred to Kumar's character, a RA
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PollywoodAug 04, 2021

Meet Amrit Maan, the restaurateur

Punjabi Singer-lyricist-actor Amrit Maan recently took to his Instagram account to announce his new venture, which is a hotel in California. The hotel is actually the franchise of the hotel ‘Marriot’. Sharing a photograph with his co-partners, Amrit made this official.
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BollywoodAug 04, 2021

Akshay Kumar's 'Bell Bottom' to release in 3D as well

Apart from the 2D format, actor Akshay Kumar's 'Bell Bottom' will also be released in 3D in theatres on August 19. Akshay announced the latest development on Monday on his social media handles. Taking to Instagram, Akshay shared a video of him wearing 3D glasses. "Poore feel ke saath thrill experience karna on 19th August. BellBottom also arriving in 3D," he captioned the post.

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BollywoodMay 15, 2026

Virat Kohli's Instagram Controversy Deepens

Virat Kohli's ongoing Instagram controversy has taken a startling twist as German influencer and singer LizLaz alleged that journalists approached her with monetary offers to publicly malign the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star and fabricate accusations against him. In a recent interview, snippets of which have circulated widely on social media, LizLaz revealed that she declined to engage in any schemes aimed at tarnishing Kohli's image for either publicity or financial incentives. “Some journalists even offered me money to say negative things about him and make claims about actions he nev
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PollywoodMay 15, 2026

Diljit Dosanjh Becomes a U.S. Citizen, Travels on American Passport

Popular Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh obtained U.S. citizenship in 2022 and has since been using a U.S. passport for his travels, according to a recent report. The article noted that Dosanjh is no longer an Indian citizen and has been visiting India on an e-visa since September 1, 2022. Sources indicated that this also suggests he does not possess an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. Renowned for his strong Punjabi roots and his iconic phrase “Main Hoon Punjab,” Dosanjh’s last Indian passport was issued in Mumbai in 2018, while a previous one was issued in Zambia. Add
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BollywoodMay 14, 2026

Short Punjabi Film in Cannes

Jasmine Singh Mehar Malhotra, an 18-year-old student from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), originally from Ludhiana is making waves on the international film scene with her poignant short film, "Parchaave Massiah Raatan De" (Shadows of the Moonless Nights). Selected for the prestigious La Cinef section at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, this 24-minute Punjabi film delves deep into the lives of factory workers in Mumbai, exploring the heavy themes of insomnia and mental health. Drawing from her own experiences with insomnia and the pressures of rigorous work schedules,
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BollywoodMay 14, 2026

Anjali Sivaraman to Portray Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair's Biopic

Anjali Sivaraman, celebrated for her standout role in Varsha Bharath's Bad Girl, has been cast as the iconic Indo-Hungarian artist Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair's upcoming film, Amri. This biopic delves into the life and artistry of Sher-Gil, a trailblazer in modern Indian art known for her daring aesthetic that challenged societal norms during her era. Set in the early 20th century, the film spans Hungary, France, and India, exploring the diverse influences that shaped Sher-Gil's creative vision. Filming has recently concluded, capturing vibrant locations across Europe and India. The fil
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BollywoodMay 14, 2026

Mouni Roy Asks for Privacy Amid Marriage Rumors

Television acteess Mouni Roy has finally addressed the swirling rumors about her marriage to Suraj Nambiar. Recently, she posted a note on social media seeking privacy as speculation about their relationship intensified. Observant fans noticed she had archived several wedding photos on Instagram, which only added to the buzz. This situation quickly became a hot topic among fans and various entertainment outlets, discussing potential issues in their marriage. Until now, neither Mouni nor Suraj had publicly commented on the matter. In her Instagram Stories, Mouni indirectly responded to th