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ReviewsDec 26, 2020

Durgamati lacks the spirit it needed

Movie: DurgamatiDirector: G AshokStar cast: Arshad Warsi, Bhumi Pednekar, Mahie Gill, Jisshu Sengupta, Karan Kapadia, Anant Mahadevan Rating: Half star Jasmine Singh What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger. This is what happened here. After surviving the outrightly shoddy, comedy-horror mashup Laxmmi, Bollywood decided to put our limits to test with yet another scary sans comedy film Durgmati. And, this one probably was made to scare the life out of Coronavirus! Director Ashok G had complete faith in his 2018 Tamil- Telugu bilingual Bhaagamathie. With this faith he decided to give the or
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ReviewsDec 26, 2020

Nothing ‘bhari’ about this one!

Movie: Suraj Pe Mangal BhariDirector: Abhishek SharmaCast: Manoj Bajpayee, Diljit Dosanjh, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Manoj Pahwa, Annu Kapoor, Supriya Pilgaonkar Rating: Two stars Jasmine SinghFrom a director who gave the audiences a sensible comedy like ‘Tere Bin Laden’ to chew on, Abhishek Sharma had to up his ‘comic’ game for Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari. And well, he did, but missed the mark by a few notches. If only he had avoided the clichés. To begin with Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari stars one the most ‘bhari’ actors of the industry, Manoj Bajpayee, Diljit Dosanjh, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Manoj Pa
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BollywoodDec 23, 2020

Shahid walks out of Yoddha

As per a source, actor Shahid Kapoor has walked out of Shashank Khaitan's action thriller Yoddha. "Shahid and the team were having a lot of creative differences over the script. Many feel that Shahid has become extremely brash and arrogant after the success of Kabir Singh. He is currently picky about what he wants to do, also he had been dilly dallying on his dates for a while. He had not signed formal paper, which is also why Karan Johar could not make the official announcement about the same. However, now, it's certain that he's no longer doing the film anymore. Now, it needs to be seen if K
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BollywoodDec 23, 2020

Catch Ram Gopal Varma at 12 ‘o’ Clock

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma known for his horror films Bhoot, Raat has now announced his return to the horror genre with his next release, titled '12 'o' Clock'. The film stars Mithun Chakraborty, Makrand Deshpandey, Divya Jagdale, Manav Kaul, Ali Azgar, Ashish Vidyarthi, Flora Saini and debutant Krshna Gautam in pivotal roles. Ram Gopal shared the poster on this film on his Twitter handle as well. The film is scheduled for a January 8, 2021 release in theatres.
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BollywoodDec 23, 2020

Gangubai in legal trouble

One of the most-anticipated projects of director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi has run into legal trouble. The film starring Alia Bhatt as Gangubai is an adaptation of Hussain Zaidi's book, 'Mafia Queens of Mumbai'.However, as per media reports, Gangubai's family has filed a case against author Hussain Zaidi, filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Alia Bhatt as they have find some problem with the plot of the film. As a result of this, the Bombay City Civil court has asked Alia Bhatt, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Hussain to reply on this case by January 7, 2021. In the film, Alia will
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PollywoodDec 23, 2020

It's a Tehreek for Sartaaj

Punjabi Sufi singer Satinder Sartaaj went on his social media handle to post a musical surprise called 'Tehreek.' In Urdu language, the word Tehreek means inspiration. Tehreek is a full-fledged album with 11 songs that portray the glory of Punjab. Sartaaj shared the first look poster of the upcoming album, and wrote- "Verified #Tehreek #ਤਹਿਰੀਕ #Album #ComingSoon..ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਜੁਝਾਰੂ ਜਜ਼ਬੇ ਨੂੰ 11 ਗੀਤਾਂ ਜ਼ਰੀਏ ਇੱਕ ਸਜਦਾ!An endeavour to portray `The Heroic glory of Punjab` through #11Songs @sagamusic @beatministero
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BollywoodDec 23, 2020

Bobby Deol, the lucky mascot

After actors Shraddha Kapoor, Govinda, Rajkummar Rao and Riteish Deshmukh, now Bobby Deol has been roped in as a mascot for the Indian Pro Music League.The show will see various singers, including Mika Singh, Shaan, Javed Ali and Shilpa Rao, who will form teams from different parts of India, and will battle it out for the trophy.Bobby Deol was recently seen in web-series Aashram, produced and directed by Prakash Jha. The series also starred Aaditi Pohankar, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Darshan Kumaar, Anupriya Goenka, Adhyayan Suman, Tridha Choudhury, Vikram Kochhar, Tushar Pandey, Sachin Shroff, Anuri
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BollywoodDec 22, 2020

Tony Kakkar confirms sister Neha Kakkar's pregnancy

Newly married couple Bollywood and Punjabi singer singer Neha Kakkar and beau Rohanpreet Singh left their fans confused when they posted a picture that showed Neha with a baby bump. Both Neha and Rohanpreet shared the photograph with the caption, 'Khyaal Rakhya Kar' without revealing if Neha was pregnant or it was a Publicity stunt for the new song. But now Neha's brother, singer Tony Kakkar's comment on the picture has pretty much confirmed the news. It read, 'Main mama ban jaaunga.' The duo’s celebrity friends including Urvashi Rautela and Elli AvrRam have also congratulated the couple on
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BollywoodDec 22, 2020

The ‘real’ game

Choreographer and YouTuber Dhanashree Verma and cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal tied the knot in Delhi on Tuesday. The two married in a Hindu ceremony at the Karma Lake resort.A picture of the newlyweds surfaced on the internet soon after. Yuzvendra had shared the pictures from their roka ceremony a couple of months back when he wrote in caption, "We said "Yes" along with our families #rokaceremony."

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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

Jasmine Singh In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab. Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief. Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o
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PollywoodSep 05, 2025

Karan Aujla to Feature on The Jimmy Fallon Show: A Proud Moment for Punjabis Worldwide

Jasmine Singh In a thrilling announcement that has sent waves of excitement through the Punjabi community, renowned singer Karan Aujla is set to make his much-anticipated appearance on The Jimmy Fallon Show on September 9. This landmark moment resonates deeply with Punjabis across the globe be it in Punjab, Canada, the United States, Australia, or New Zealand celebrating the rich cultural tapestry that connects them. Karan Aujla, who hails from Punjab and has settled in Surrey, Canada, is not just a musician; he’s a voice for a generation. His lyrics often bridge the gap between his root
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PollywoodSep 05, 2025

Punjab Floods Devastate Lives as Film Releases Take a Backseat

Jasmine Singh The recent floods have wreaked havoc in Punjab, leaving Punjabis across the globe—whether in India, Canada, America, or Australia—deeply affected. In response to the crisis, numerous celebrities have stepped forward to assist the impacted communities. With the emotional weight of this tragedy, the release of films feels like a secondary concern. Many productions are now being postponed, as people are simply not in the mood to watch films during such a devastating time. Even in Canada, cities like Surrey, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, and Winnipeg have seen Punjabis come tog
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PollywoodSep 05, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Steps Away from No Entry Sequel Amid Busy Schedule

The eagerly awaited sequel to the 2005 hit No Entry has encountered a hurdle as actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh has withdrawn from the project. Directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by Boney Kapoor, the film was set to begin production in October 2025, featuring a fresh cast that includes Varun Dhawan and Arjun Kapoor. Boney Kapoor confirmed Diljit’s departure, stating, “Yes, we have parted in good spirits as the dates were not aligning with our requirements. Hopefully, we will soon do a Punjabi film together.” Reports indicate that Diljit’s packed schedule, especially his Aura Tou