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BollywoodMay 04, 2021

Kangana Ranaut’s Twitter account permanently suspended

Actor Kangana Ranaut’s Twitter account has been ‘permanently suspended for repeated violation of Twitter rules’. The move came after the actor’s vitriolic comments on the post-poll violence in West Bengal, which sounded like a call to violence. Commenting on the development, a Twitter spokesperson said Kangana’s account has been suspended for repeated violations, “We’ve been clear that we will take strong enforcement action on behavior that has the potential to lead to offline harm. The referenced account has been permanently suspended for repeated violations of Twitter Rules spe
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BollywoodMay 04, 2021

The Family Man 2 to release in June

The Family Man which released in 2019 on Amazon Prime Video created quite a buzz. The audiences have been eagerly waiting for the release of its second season. The teaser for the same was unveiled in January this year. The makers of the show, Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, in a conversation with a tabloid, have confirmed that the second season of The Family Man is all set to premiere this summer of 2020, after much delay. Amazon Prime Video along with Raj and DK will be announcing the final release date soon.
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BollywoodMay 04, 2021

'Drishyam 2' runs into legal trouble

The news of Drishyam 2 being made by producer Kumar Mangat is already in the news. And now we hear that the film has run into legal problems. Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, who co-produced the first part starring Ajay Devgn and Tabu in main roles have legally objected against Kumar Mangat's move as they claim that the film's rights belong to them too. 'Drishyam 2' starred Malayalam superstar Mohanlal. The first part in Hindi was released in 2015, directed by late filmmaker Nishikant Kamat and produced by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, Panorama Studios and Kumar Mangat. A source says that Viacom 18 Mot
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BollywoodMay 04, 2021

Former film journalist Rajeev Masand in ICU after Covid-19 diagnosis

Former film journalist, who had recently joined Karan Johar’s Dharma Cornerstone Agency as COO, Rajeev Masand, has been diagnosed with Covid-19. The veteran journalist is currently admitted at Mumbai’s Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. Rajeev had tested positive for Covid-19 a few days back and was hospitalised after his oxygen level went down. As per latest update, doctors have described his condition as critical. Meanwhile, in January this year, an official statement was released by Karan Johar’s talent management company that read, “After over two decades of a dynamic career as
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BollywoodMay 04, 2021

Nikki Tamboli's brother dies of Covid-19

Reality television actor Nikki Tamboli's brother, Jatin Tamboli, died of Covid-19 complications. Tamboli penned a tragic note on Instagram after losing him. She wrote: "Our family chain is broken..And nothing seems the same."Nikki was last seen in the reality show Big Boss season 13.
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BollywoodMay 04, 2021

Deepika Padukone tests positive for Covid

Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has reportedly tested Covid positive. While an official confirmation on behalf of the actress is awaited, the website of IIFA tweeted the health update on Tuesday. “#DeepikaPadukone has tested positive for Covid-19. Get well soon, Deepika!” said a tweet on @IIFA. Confirming the news, entertainment industry tracker Ramesh Bala tweeted: “Actress @deepikapadukone tests positive for #Covid. Wishing her a speedy recovery.” Deepika is currently in Bangalore with her family. Earlier on Tuesday, her father, badminton icon Prakash Padukone had to be admitted to
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BollywoodMay 03, 2021

Sanjay Dutt remembers mother Nargis Dutt on 40th death anniversary

Marking the 40th death anniversary of veteran actor Nargis Dutt, her son and Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt shared an old childhood picture and penned a heartfelt note for his mother on social media. The 'Dus' actor took to his Instagram handle and shared a black-and-white photo of him with his mother, along with the caption, "Not a day goes by when I don't miss you Ma!" In the candid picture, the mother-son duo could be seen smiling as they posed together. The late actor looked beautiful as she flashed her million-dollar smile while she sat next to Sanjay, who looked cute as a button. Nargis, who
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BollywoodMay 03, 2021

Oscar-winning actress Olympia Dukakis passes away

Actress Olympia Dukakis passed away on Saturday (May 1) in New York City. She was 89. Olympia had won an Academy Award for her role in Moonstruck. In a statement given by the actress’ family, they mentioned that Dukakis passed away at her home with her daughter Christina Zorich by her side. “Her brother Apollo Dukakis, her sons, Stefan and Peter Zorich, and four grandchildren thank you for your love and prayers during this difficult time,” the family stated.
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PollywoodMay 03, 2021

Gippy Grewal's crew member manhandled

Punjabi singer actor Gippy Grewal was recently mobbed by some reporters in Punjab. Gippy’s team was trying to make way for the actor to leave the premises safe and sound. It so happened that one of Gippy’s crew members tried to pull away one of the reporters from the actors car, and in the process, the journalist went off balance. Post this, the crew member was allegedly manhandled by the reporters, and then the cops had to come to sort the issue. Although Gippy did not make any statement on this matter, later he went on his Instagram to share a piece of advice for the journalists who manh

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Takes Punjabi to Global Heights with Aryan Khan Collab: A Moment of Pride for Every Punjabi!

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Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

Jasmine Singh Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different. The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

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