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BollywoodFeb 04, 2021

John Abraham and Abhishek Bachchan to share screen space after 13 years

In March, actor-producer John Abraham had acquired the Hindi remake rights of the Malayalam hit film, Ayyappanum Koshiyum directed by late Sachy. The original film starred Prithviraj and Biju Menon in the lead. According to reports, the Dostana pair John Abraham and Abhishek Bachchan will collaborate together on the remake of Ayyappanum Koshiyum. The two had wanted to work together on Dostana 2, but the script did not shape up well. The franchise has now been revived with a completely new cast including Janhvi Kapoor, Kartik Aaryan and Lakshya.Meanwhile, Ayyappanum Koshiyum was a big hit and
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PollywoodFeb 03, 2021

₹ 1 Lakh reward announced for leads on Deep Sidhu

Delhi Police, that is probing the violence that unfolded inside the Red Fort complex on Republic Day amid the farmers' protest, has announced monetary rewards for those who can provide information on Punjabi actor Deep Sidhu and others named as accused. While the police announced a ₹ 1 lakh reward for leads that could lead to the arrest on Deep Sidhu and three others, a reward of ₹ 50,000 was announced for any information that could lead the police to arrest four others, Jagbir Singh, Buta Singh, Sukhdev Singh and Iqbal Singh, for their alleged involvement in last Tuesday's violence. The c
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BollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Act one for Boney Kapoor

Eminent producer Boney Kapoor’s next venture, Vakeel Saab, is all set to release on April 9 2021. Directed by Venu Sriram, the film is produced by Boney Kapoor’s Bay View Productions and Dil Raju and stars Nivetha Thomas, Anjali, Ananya Nagalla and Pawan Kalyan in lead roles, alongside Shruti Hassan in a special role. Vakeel Saab is the Telugu remake of the 2016 hit, Pink, which starred Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu and tackled the subject of consent. In a Twitter post, Boney Kapoor tweeted: "The POWER is set to unleash on the BIG SCREEN. Get ready for Power Star @PawanKalyan’s #Va
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BollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Former Bigg Boss contestant Swami Om passes away

Swami Om, known for his controversial stint on television reality show Bigg Boss 10, passed away on February 3 in Delhi after suffering a paralysis attack. He was 63. The self-proclaimed godman was undergoing treatment at AIIMS hospital and had been keeping ill for a while. He had earlier tested positive for coronavirus and even after recovering from it, he had become quite weak.Arjun Jain, son of Swami Om's friend Mukesh Jain, confirmed the news. In the season 10 of Bigg Boss, the self-proclaimed godman, Swami Om threw his urine on contestants Bani J. and Rohan Mehra, and was immediately elim
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BollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Gangubai Kathiawadi’s digital rights sold!

Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt’s much-talked about film Gangubai Kathiawadi’s digital rights have been sold for Rs 70 crore. With no release date announcement in place yet, this biographical drama film's right post-release has been sold to a streaming giant. The film is directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and it is a biographical drama based on a chapter from Hussain Zaidi’s book Mafia Queens of Mumbai. It tells the tale of Gangubai Kothewali, the madam of a brothel in Kamathipura. Apart from Alia, the film stars Shantanu Maheshwari, Vijay Raaz and Seema Pahwa in supporting roles, with special
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BollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Bollywood reacts to MEA's statement

International pop singer Rihanna recently stirred up a social media storm when she tweeted asking why no one is talking about the farmers protest in India. The Ministry of External Affairs’ (MEA)soon issued a statement slamming foreign individuals commenting on the ongoing protests. And now, several Bollywood celebrities have reacted to the MEA’s statement.Actor Akashy Kumar wrote, "Farmers constitute an extremely important part of our country. And the efforts being undertaken to resolve their issues are evident. Let’s support an amicable resolution, rather than paying attention to anyon
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PollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Diljit vows not to reply to Kangana on Twitter

After Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh released his song RiRi (Rihana) in praise of the international artist Rihana, who recently tweeted about the farmer’s protest, the Twitter war between him and Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut got reignited. However, Diljit no longer wishes to engage in this spat. This he made clear in his latest tweet, which read - "No more be replying to Kangana, as she enjoys playing the tweet game." His exact tweet reads- "@KanganaTeam - Aj Ton Baad Mai Tera Koi Jawab Ni Dena.. Kion Ke Tainu Pey Geya Sawad Tweet Tweet Khedan Da.. Bande nu 100 Kam Hunde aa. Vais
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BollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Sooryavanshi gets a release date

As per a report, the much-awaited Akshay Kumar starrer film Sooryavanshi, is all set to release on April 2, 2021. The film is directed by Rohit Shetty. Besides Akshay Kumar, Sooryavanshi also stars Katrina Kaif, Jackie Shroff, Jaaved Jaaferi and Sikandar Kher. The film is a part of the cop universe, comprising Singham (essayed by Ajay Devgn) and Simmba (essayed by Ranveer Singh). Both these actors also have special appearances in the film as well. Sooryavanshi was originally scheduled to release on March 24, 2020 but was then postponed due to the pandemic.
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BollywoodFeb 03, 2021

Now Mia Khalifa, after RiRi and Greta, tweets in support of farmers

The ongoing agitation led by farmers from the states of Punjab and Haryana found some support from international celebrities too. After American pop superstar Rihanna and Swedish teen eco warrior Greta Thunberg, it was the turn of Mia Khalifa to voice her opinion. Mia, a former adult star, in a Twitter post questioned the internet ban around New Delhi. "What in the human rights violations is going on?!," she wrote. Earlier on Tuesday night pop diva Rihanna set Indian Twitter on fire after she shared a CNN.Within hours of Rihanna's tweet, the movement had gathered more international support in

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PollywoodJul 02, 2025

‘Sardaar Ji 3’ receives overwhelming reception in Pakistan

Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, has been embraced warmly by audiences in Pakistan, despite the film being pulled from release in India. The casting of a Pakistani actor alongside an Indian star stirred significant controversy across India, especially in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the recently launched Operation Sindoor. These developments reignited the unofficial ban on Pakistani artists in Indian cinema. According to initial reports, the film opened to sold-out shows across Pakistan and raked in an impressive $500,
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BollywoodJul 02, 2025

Paresh Rawal confirms comeback to Hera Pheri 3

Just weeks after stepping away from the much-anticipated Hera Pheri 3, veteran actor Paresh Rawal has officially confirmed that he’s back on board. The actor opened up about the situation during a candid chat on a popular podcast, where he also addressed the rumors swirling around the film and shared kind words for his longtime collaborators Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and filmmaker Priyadarshan. Paresh Rawal emphasized that the situation has now been fully resolved and that his initial reservations were never about ego, but about ensuring the film lived up to the legacy fans expect. Wh
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PollywoodJun 30, 2025

Naseeruddin Shah comes forward to support Diljit Dosanjh

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has come forward to defend Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh, who has been caught in the middle of a controversy surrounding his latest film Sardaar Ji 3. The film has drawn backlash following the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, a decision that sparked criticism due to the current strained relations between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. Addressing the issue through a note shared on his official Facebook page, Shah made it clear that he stands in full support of Diljit. “I STAND FIRMLY WITH DILJIT,” he declared, stressi
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PollywoodJun 30, 2025

Guru Randhawa deactivates his account on X?

Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa has unexpectedly deactivated his account on X, previously known as Twitter, following a mysterious post that many saw as a subtle critique of fellow artist Diljit Dosanjh amid the controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3. Guru's account, known as Guru Official, has been removed and now shows the message "This account doesn't exist." However, his Instagram account remains active. This development came just hours after Guru shared a cryptic message that seemed directed at Diljit, even though he did not mention him directly. The timing was particularly significant con
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BollywoodJun 30, 2025

Actress Shefali Jariwala Passes Away Unexpectedly

In a heartbreaking development, actress Shefali Jariwala has passed away, leaving fans and the entertainment industry in shock. Widely recognized for her appearance on Bigg Boss 13 and her iconic performance in the remix of "Kanta Laga," Shefali’s untimely demise has sent waves of grief across the nation. At this time, specific details regarding the cause of her death remain undisclosed. As the tragic news broke, tributes from fellow celebrities began to pour in. Singer Mika Singh expressed his sorrow on social media, writing, “I’m deeply shocked, saddened, and feeling a heavy heart..