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BollywoodJun 01, 2021

BAFTA removes special prize at 2021 TV Awards after Noel Clarke controversy

The British Academy for Film and TV Arts (BAFTA) has scrapped the special prizes at its TV awards this year following the controversy surrounding its decision to hand Noel Clarke a similar award in April. According to Deadline, the main TV awards will occur on June 6, yet there will be no Fellowship prize or Special Award, which was won a year ago by Idris Elba. BAFTA told individuals that it has "temporarily paused" awards within its gift as it reviews procedures. It follows BAFTA experiencing harsh criticism for pressing ahead with Clarke's Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award re
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PollywoodJun 01, 2021

Gur Sidhu's Yaarane receives overwhelming response, song trends on YouTube

The renowned Punjabi singer and music composer - Gur Sidhu, recently released his new heartbreak single 'Yaarane' as an ode to love and its complexities. The song has been brought to the audience by Brown Town Music, Nav Sandhu and Believe Music. The music video has surpassed over 10 million views in just a couple of days since release. Gur being a multi-faceted artist has composed and sung the single. Meanwhile, the lyrics have been penned by singer-songwriter Jassa Dhillon and the music video is done by Sukh Sanghera. With a duration of about four minutes forty seconds, the music video shows
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PollywoodJun 01, 2021

Parmish Verma gifts himself a ‘Rolls Royce Wraith’

Punjabi singer-actor Parmish Verma recently gifted himself a brand new black coloured customized ‘Rolls Royce Wraith’. Sharing this update on his Instagram account he wrote- “Thank you @rollsroycecars for My Custom Built #Wraith #RollsRoyceWraith (Navin gaddi diyan mubarakan ji)”. Parmish’s friend and lyricist, Laddi Chahal too posted a series of photographs of Parmish on his social media congratulating him and wrote, “Congratulations @parmishverma veere, For new car (with a red heart emoji) #Custom (with a fire emoji) @rollsroycecars”.
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PollywoodJun 01, 2021

Great Khali turned off his Instagram comment section & why

The Great Khali's Instagram account has created quite a buzz after some users left ridiculous comments on his pictures. To get rid of those, Khali has turned off his comment section. In a recent upload, Khali gave a glimpse from his younger days and the Instagram community went for it. Here are some of the comments that were posted on his pictures. “Sir Upar temperature kitna hai”, “Sir shirt faila ke aasman bana do”, “Sir mark Zuckerberg ki job hadap lo”, “Sir apne chaati pe IPL krwado please” “Sir kood jao earthquake kardo." “Sir supermoon se football khelo." Another u
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BollywoodJun 01, 2021

Actor Karan Mehra of 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' fame arrested for beating up wife

Popular television actor Karan Mehra was arrested for allegedly beating up his wife at their residence in Mumbai. The incident took place on Monday night, following which the actor was taken into custody. He was released on bail from the police station in the early hours of Tuesday, a police official added.Karan’s wife Nisha Rawal, who is also a TV actor, lodged a police complaint against him after they had a fight, the official said. A case was registered against Mehra under IPC sections 336 (endangering human life or personal safety to others), 337 (causing hurt by an act which endangers h
ma-anand-sheela-sends-legal-notice-to-priyanka-chopra-jonas
BollywoodMay 31, 2021

Ma Anand Sheela sends legal notice to Priyanka Chopra Jonas?

Ma Anand Sheela, the controversial one-time aide to spiritual guru Osho, was the subject of a popular Netflix documentary, Wild Wild West. Now Bollywood director Shakun Batra has made a documentary on her life called Searching For Sheela, which was released recently on an OTT platform. Rumour has it that International celebrity Priyanka Chopra Jonas will be playing Ma Sheela in a film based on Ma’s life. The film will be directed by American filmmaker Barry Levinson. Ma Anand Sheela has reportedly sent a legal notice to Priyanka, stating that she can’t do the project as she hasn’t chosen
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BollywoodMay 31, 2021

Jacqueline Fernandez to reunite with Badshah for new track 'Paani Paani'

After the massive success of 'Genda Phool' music video, Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez is collaborating once again with Badshah and Aastha Gill for yet another song titled, 'Paani Paani'. Badshah took to his Instagram handle on Monday and shared the cover art of the song featuring him and Jacqueline. Going by the look of the song, the chemistry between the pair seems crackling. In the caption, he wrote, "I wish you knew what's coming. @jacquelinef143 @aasthagill @saregama_official @badboyshah @adityadevmusic THE BIGGEST F*****G ANTHEM. No jokes. No cap." Earlier Jacqueline had shared the
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PollywoodMay 31, 2021

Sonam Bajwa’s sassy avatar is talk of the town

Pollywood’s fashion enthusiast and actress Sonam Bajwa is making heads turn with her sultry and sassy look in Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala’s new track, ‘Brown Shortie’. In fact, the celebrity is currently taking the internet by storm with her latest reel video. Recently, Sonam Bajwa posted a reel video on Instagram, which is an extraction of the song ‘Brown Shortie’ where Sonam was seen wearing a grey shaded sports bra and baggy pants. Along with the reel video, she added a caption- “kha'n naal munde kare kill balliye #BrownShortie”. The song ‘Brown Shortie’ is one of t
tarzan-star-joe-lara-dies-at-58-in-plane-crash
BollywoodMay 31, 2021

'Tarzan' Star Joe Lara dies at 58 in plane crash

Joe Lara- the star of the famous adventure movie 'Tarzan: The Epic Adventures' has passed away in a plane crash. The 58-year-old was with his wife and a few others when the private jet crashed into a lake this weekend.There was a total of seven people who were killed in the accident, TMZ has learnt. Lara was with his spouse Gwen Lara who was a Christian diet guru. Others were reported to be locals.Lara is infamous for starring as Tarzan for a total of 22 episodes where he played the king of the jungle between 1996 and 2000. He also starred in a TV movie that came out years prior called 'Tarzan

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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
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PollywoodOct 22, 2025

"Diljit Dosanjh's Aura Album Sparks Global Craze Amidst Aura World Tour!

Jasmine Singh Diljit Dosanjh has done it again! His newly released album, aptly titled "Aura," is causing a sensation, and fans are going absolutely crazy for it. The album is packed with peppy tracks that have everyone dancing, but it’s "Kufar" that seems to be stealing the spotlight as the standout hit. Currently, Diljit is on his highly anticipated Aura World Tour, captivating audiences and gaining immense popularity, especially in Canada where he boasts over a million devoted fans. As he gears up to hit cities like Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Brampton, the excitement is palpabl
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PollywoodOct 15, 2025

Jassie Gill on Unbreakable Friendships, Fatherhood, and His Undying Love for Cricket – A Heartfelt Reunion in Canada

Jasmine Singh It felt like a scene straight out of a Punjabi film two old friends reconnecting after nearly 8 to 9 years. The setting? Canada Super 60, a vibrant cricketing event where singer-actor Jassie Gill was performing. What started as a chance meeting quickly turned into a heartfelt reunion, filled with laughter, memories, and a candid conversation at BC Place, Vancouver. In a freewheeling interview, Jassie opened up about the constants in his life — friendships, family, and cricket. “It’s no secret that I’ve always loved cricket,” he shared. “Now, Babbal, Prabh, and I have
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PollywoodOct 15, 2025

Ed Sheeran Collaborates with Karan Aujla: A Musical Fusion

Jasmine Singh In an exciting turn of events, Ed Sheeran has announced his collaboration with Punjabi singer Karan Aujla, sharing a sneak peek on social media. Karan, affectionately known as the "Munda from Surrey," has made a significant mark in the Punjabi music scene and Bollywood, gaining recognition on an international scale. Originally from Punjab, Karan Aujla has built a loyal fan base, particularly among Punjabis in Canada, especially in Surrey and Brampton. His recent shift to Dubai hasn’t diminished his popularity; if anything, it has broadened his reach. Karan's unique style a
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BollywoodOct 15, 2025

Pankaj Dheer, Karna of iconic 'Mahabharat' serial, dies at 68

Television star Pankaj Dheer, known for playing Karna in B R Chopra's “Mahabharat” and king Shivdutt in fantasy drama “Chandrakanta”, has died at the age of 68 following a battle with cancer. “He passed away due to cancer this morning. He had been in and out of hospital in the past months,” producer and friend Ashoke Pandit told Dheer, who hailed from Punjab, started out as an actor in the 1980s, featuring in minor roles in many movies. His big break came in 1988 when he was cast as Karna in the small screen adaptation of Hindu epic “Mahabharata”. After that, his popularity pe