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BollywoodJan 12, 2021

FWICE bans Ram Gopal Varma

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) recently decided that none of their 32 unions will ever work with director Ram Gopal Varma in the future. The director has been accused of not paying around Rs 1.25 crore to artistes, technicians and workers related to the film industry.According to BN Tiwari, president of FWICE, Ashok Dubey, general secretary, and Gangeshwar Lal Srivastav (Sanju), treasurer, Ram Gopal Varma had already received a legal notice. However, Ram Gopal Varma did not respond to the notice, nor did he clear the dues.Ram Gopal Varma had received a letter from FWICE
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BollywoodJan 12, 2021

Rs 25 crore remuneration for Varun Dhawan

Actor Varun Dhawan’s much-awaited film, Coolie No. 1 which premiered on Amazon Prime Video on December 25 got a mixed response from the audiences. However, industry insiders say that the actor was paid big bucks for this Govinda – Karisma Kapoor remake.According to the source, Coolie No. 1 got a good deal on Amazon Prime Video after theatres were shut down during the lockdown. "With this film, the actor’s paycheck got bigger than ever. The actor was reportedly paid Rs. 25 crores for Coolie No. 1. This has been his highest remuneration for any film so far."The source further adds that Roh
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PollywoodJan 12, 2021

Babbu Maan takes a stand for lyricist Shree Brar

Almost a week back, Punjabi singer Shree Brar got arrested in Patiala, Punjab for promoting gun culture among youth with his songs. Now, we hear that popular Punjabi singer-actor Babbu Maan has come out in support of Shree Brar. Babbu Mann while sharing a post on his Instagram took a jibe at the government asking as to why only singers have to face such things when these activities normally take place during elections too. He wrote that it's not the time to fight with each other but to support farmers. He also requested that, once the farmers get justice, then all the big stars will meet the a
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BollywoodJan 12, 2021

For security reasons...

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli welcomed their first child on January 11. On Monday afternoon, Virat Kohli took to his social media handles to announce the birth of their daughter and requested all to respect their privacy.As per reports, the couple have put some strict restrictions in the hospital with regards to who can visit them. The couple have not allowed even close relatives to visit them at the hospital. They have decided to not accept any flowers or other gifts in the hospital. The security is so tight that even visitors in nearby rooms and other hospital staff are not allowed to even
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BollywoodJan 11, 2021

Amitabh Bachchan clocks 45 million followers on Twitter

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has clocked 45 million followers on Twitter .Infact, the 78-year-old star is one of the most active Bollywood personalities on Twitter. Taking to Twitter, the actor thanked one of his fans, who posted an old black-and-white picture of a young Bachchan, seeking blessings from his late father, poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan.Recalling the moment, Bachchan said, "The picture says a lot more..It’s the moment I came home surviving death after the ‘Coolie’ accident… It’s the first time ever I saw my father breaking down! A concerned little Abhishek looks on
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PollywoodJan 11, 2021

Guru Randhawa & Sanjana Sanghi are a couple!

Bollywood and Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa is all set to release his first single for the year 2021, 'Mehendi Wale Haath'. The song features Bollywood actor Sanjana Sanghi, who will make her music video debut in Guru Randhawa’s romantic track as his love interest. Guru will essay the role of a soldier in the song. Guru shared a picture of Sanjana and him on his social media account and wrote- "wo souls whose hearts are filled with love, will create an emotional rollercoaster with #MehendiWaleHaath. Releasing on 14th January. Stay tuned @sanjanasanghi96 @tseries.official". The track Mehendi W
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BollywoodJan 11, 2021

Mika Singh launches water brand

Bollywood Singer Mika Singh has unveiled his water brand, and has sent thousands of water bottles to farmers who are currently protesting against the Centre's new farm laws. He has urged his fans to help the farmers, too.Mika said, "The farmers are not just protesting for their rights. It's for the country. If the farmers are not looked after, the whole food chain gets disturbed. The farmers, especially the ones from Punjab, have really put up a brave face." He added, "We are doing whatever little we can in our own ways. I am with the farmers and I hope things get resolved soon, and we come to
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BollywoodJan 11, 2021

Esha Deol’s Instagram account hacked

Bollywood Actor Esha Deol has informed her fans that her Instagram account has been hacked and alerted her followers to not engage with it in case they receive a message from her profile.Esha took to Twitter and shared a screenshot where she received a "copyright violation" message, after which the security of her Instagram account was compromised.Her display name has been changed to "Instagram Support".She tweeted- "This morning my official Instagram account ‘imeshadeol’ got hacked, so please don’t reply to any message if you received any from my Instagram account. Sorry for the inconve
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PollywoodJan 11, 2021

Ammy and Tania are back, yet again!

Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk and actor Tania will be seen together in yet another Punjabi film titled Bajre Da Sitta. The two are currently shooting for the much-talked film, Qismat 2. Posting some pictures from the sets, Ammy Virk and Tania shared this news on their respective social media platforms. The movie also stars Noor Kaur Chahal and Guggu Gill in the lead roles. Furthermore, Ammy Virk is also producing this film along with Shri Narotamji Films and TipsThis will be Ammy Virk and Tania’s third movie together, after ‘Sufna’ and ‘Sufna 2’.

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PollywoodApr 17, 2026

Punjabi singer Nachhatar Gill releases new single “Duniya”

Punjabi singer Nachhatar Gill has released a new single titled “Duniya,” according to a release issued by Game Changer Records. The track features music by producer Deep Jandu and is presented by Game Changer Records. The label says the project brings together established contributors from the Punjabi music industry. According to the release, the song has drawn attention on social media following its launch, with listeners sharing and reacting to the track online. No independent streaming or chart data was immediately available. The release did not provide details on production timelines,
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BollywoodApr 13, 2026

A Voice That Danced Through Generations Falls Silent

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle passed away at 92 in Mumbai, leaving behind a musical legacy that redefined Indian cinema. Cremated with full state honours, her final farewell was attended by political leaders and film stars who gathered to celebrate a life steeped in melody. With over 12,000 songs, Asha wasn’t just a singer—she was an experience. While her sister’s voice symbolized purity, Asha carved her own path in the smoky clubs, vibrant dance floors, and playful rhythms of Bollywood. Her voice carried mischief, passion, and life—effortlessly shifting from sultry cabaret tunes to d
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BollywoodApr 13, 2026

Case filed against Haryanvi singer Masoom Sharma over alleged obscene language at Dehradun

A case has been registered against Haryanvi singer Masoom Sharma following allegations that he used obscene and objectionable language during a stage performance at a college event in Dehradun. According to police, the complaint relates to an Program held at DAV College, where the singer was performing as part of a student union function on Saturday. Authorities said the case was initiated after videos from the event circulated on social media. Police said the complaint was filed by Praanchal Nauni, a representative of the student group “Satyam Shivam.” In the complaint, it is alleged that
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BollywoodApr 13, 2026

Veteran Indian singer Asha Bhosle cremated with state honours in Mumbai

Veteran Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle was cremated with state honours at Shivaji Park crematorium in Mumbai on Monday, following her death at the age of 92, according to media reports. Her body was draped in the Indian national flag, and a large funeral procession was attended by Bollywood personalities, political figures and members of the public. Authorities oversaw the ceremony, which included official honours in recognition of her contributions to Indian music. Bhosle began her singing career at the age of 10 and went on to record thousands of songs across multiple languages over a ca
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PollywoodApr 08, 2026

Rapper Badshah apologizes to National Commission for Women over song lyrics controversy

Indian rapper Badshah appeared before the National Commission for Women and issued a written apology over controversy surrounding his song “Tateeri,” according to the commission. The song, released on March 1, 2026 on YouTube, drew criticism shortly after its launch over allegations that its lyrics contained objectionable language about women and depicted schoolgirls inappropriately. The commission had taken notice of the complaints and sought an explanation from the artist. According to officials, Badshah acknowledged concerns raised about the lyrics and assured the commission that he wou