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PollywoodApr 21, 2021

​ Actress Oshin Brar's brother dies of COVID in Chandigarh

Punjabi actress Oshin Brar, who was seen opposite Diljit Dosanjh in pUnjabi film Mukhtiar Chadha lost her elder brother Prateek Brar to Covid on Wednesday. Oshin took to her Instagram handle to make this announcement. She said that her brother was only 31 and too young to be a victim of COVID. Oshin had revealed through her social media that one day ago her brother was put on a ventilator as his condition had deteriorated. She wrote that a week ago Prateek was admitted to a Chandigarh hospital but his condition deteriorated rapidly after admission to the hospital. She alleges that doctors and
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BollywoodApr 21, 2021

Actors Farhan Akhtar, Sonu Sood question Serum Institute for disparity in prices between Centre, states

Bollywood actors Farhan Akhtar and Sonu Sood on Wednesday questioned why the Serum Institute of India (SII) was not providing its Covishield vaccine at the same price to the centre and the states. Taking a dig at the world's largest vaccine manufacturer SII, which released the rate card for Covishield vaccines today, Bollywood actors Farhan Akhtar and Sonu Sood took to their Twitter handles and questioned the company over the disparity in rates of the vaccine to the centre and the states. Farhan wrote, "Can a spokesperson for the @SerumInstIndia please help us understand why states should not
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BollywoodApr 21, 2021

Fitness influencer, cricketer Pawan Singh Dhakad aims for Bollywood debut

Pawan Singh Dhakad, a fitness influencer is taking the fitness industry by storm owing to his aesthetically built physique and an enticing demeanour which radiates a different kind of energy. A cricketer par excellence who has received accolades on various fronts due to his progress in the sport, Pawan continues to inspire youngsters to pursue their passion while earning a living by accommodating his passion for fitness and sports with his everyday life. Owner of the renowned gym called ' DFT cross-fit sports gym' in Gwalior, Pawan Singh Dhakad has always aimed for excelling in each field he g
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BollywoodApr 21, 2021

Salman Khan opts for a hybrid release for Radhe

This comes as a surprise for the entertainment industry, and Salman Khan fans too. The actor along with his studio partner, Zee, have decided to opt for a hybrid release model for his upcoming film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai. This means the film will release on both, the theatres and digital space on the same day, a strategy similar to Hollywood Studios. Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai will now be released in theatres worldwide; adhering to the COVID protocol issued by the government; and on ZEE5 with ZEE’s pay per view service ZEEPlex which rests on India’s leading OTT platform ZEE5 and a
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BollywoodApr 21, 2021

OTT debut for Ajay Devgn

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is all set to make a grand entry into the digital space with his first-ever crime-drama series Rudra – The Edge of Darkness, coming soon on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. The series will soon be going into production and will be shot across iconic locales of Mumbai. Produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India, the series re-imagines the iconic globally successful British series, Luther, for Indian audiences.Says Ajay Devgn, “My attempt has always been to tell unique stories and work with good talent. The idea is to raise the bar of entertainmen
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PollywoodApr 21, 2021

B Praak dedicates National Award to fans

Popular music director, producer and singer B Praak recently won the National Award as Best Playback Singer for his track ‘Teri mitti’ in the Akshay Kumar starrer film ‘Kesari’. Talking to a new agency B Praak expressed his gratitude and said that he is feeling absolutely amazing. “ I never thought that I would one day get a National Award. It definitely makes me feel blessed to have got it. It's all due to God's grace," he said. Recalling superstar Akshay Kumar's reaction after listening to the song for the first time, B Praak added, "I remember the first time I dubbed the song, A
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PollywoodApr 20, 2021

ALT Balaji to producer Punjabi web-series

Actor Aarya Babbar and Punjabi film director Pankaj Batra will soon be joining hands again for Punjabi web-series, Dynasty. Recently, Aarya took to his Instagram account to share the update holding a clapper board. He wrote, “Humbled by the new beginnings with a crossed finger emoji as I start shoot with the super talented and my v-dear friend @iampankajbatra for a web series tentatively titled #Dynasty for @altbalaji @thisishowweding”. The movie will be directed by Pankaj Batra and this is for the first time that a Punjabi web series will be released on Alt Balaji. Aarya Babbar has recen
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PollywoodApr 20, 2021

What’s brewing between Parineeti Chopra & Harrdy Sandhu

As per sources, Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra and Punjabi singer-actor harrdy Sandhu are shooting for Ribhu Dasgupta’s next in Turkey. “The shoot is progressing well and the unit is taking care of all safety and Covid-appropriate measures. However, for some reason, they have decided not to publicize this aspect. A formal announcement of this project will be done in future,” added the source. The film is produced by Reliance Entertainment and sees Harrdy Sandhu opposite Parineeti. Harrdy is all set to make his Bollywood debut in the much awaited sports drama, ’83 as former cricketer
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BollywoodApr 20, 2021

Deepika’s association with Chopard

Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has added one more big brand to her name. The actor has been roped in as the brand ambassador of the international luxury brand Chopard. Deepika joins in Hollywood celebrities like Rihanna and Julia Roberts who are also the brand ambassadors of Chopard. Deepika took to her Instagram handle to share a gorgeous picture of herself dressed in white and accessorised in a Chopard watch. Reportedly, the watch costs Rs 18 lakhs. "To live a life that is fueled by authenticity, purpose and empathy makes me happy...@chopard #chopard,” she captioned the picture. Chopard

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PollywoodMar 09, 2026

Badshah Faces Women’s Panel Notice Over Controversial Song ‘Tateeree’

Rapper and singer Badshah has landed in controversy after the Haryana State Commission for Women issued a notice regarding the lyrics of his recently released Haryanvi track “Tateeree”. The commission decided to step in after receiving complaints claiming the song contains language that is inappropriate and offensive. The matter was brought forward by Savita Arya, who heads the Nari Tu Narayani Utthan Samiti in Panipat, along with Shiv Kumar from the Shiv Aarti India Foundation. In their complaint, they alleged that the song’s lyrics use objectionable words and portray women and minors
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BollywoodMar 09, 2026

Govinda Breaks Silence on Controversy, Says He Won’t Embarrass Anyone

Bollywood actor Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja have recently been in the spotlight after rumours of a possible divorce surfaced, which the couple later denied. The situation grew more complicated when Sunita spoke in interviews accusing the actor of cheating and claiming he had been linked to a newcomer who allegedly tried to blackmail him. Responding to the controversy during a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, Govinda said he does not want to make anyone “sharminda” or embarrassed by discussing personal matters publicly. He suggested that sometimes people show pain openly, but the f
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

Big Buzz Builds Around Dhurandhar 2 Ahead of Release

Excitement is rising for the much-awaited sequel Dhurandhar 2, which is already generating massive buzz ahead of its release. The film follows the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar, which dominated the box office a few months ago and set high expectations for the next chapter. Even before its trailer drops, early ticket sales in the United States are showing promising numbers. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala reports that the film has already collected about $238,517 through advance bookings, indicating strong overseas interest. Industry insiders believe the sequel could even challenge the North Am
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

Sonu Sood Offers Shelter to Stranded Travellers in Dubai

Bollywood actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood has once again shown his commitment to helping those in distress. The Bollywood star recently reached out to travellers stuck in Dubai due to rising tensions connected to the Israel–Iran conflict. Taking to the social media platform X (Twitter), Sood shared a video message announcing that free and secure accommodation would be arranged for people unable to return home because of the crisis. In his post, he explained that anyone stranded without a place to stay could contact him directly for support. In the video, the actor reassured affected travell
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

A Fresh Turn in Arijit’s Musical Journey

After sending ripples across the music world by announcing he would step away from playback singing, Arijit Singh has returned with something new-an independent release that hints at the next phase of his artistic path. When Arijit revealed he would no longer accept new film playback projects, fans were both shocked and curious about what the future might hold for one of India’s most admired voices. For weeks, speculation grew about where his music would go next. Now, Arijit has answered that question by stepping into the independent music space. His latest single, “Raina,” brings togeth