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PollywoodAug 18, 2020

After Kulwinder Billa, now Jaani tests positive for Covid-19

Popular Punjabi lyricist Jaani has been tested Covid-19 positive. A week earlier Punjabi singer Kulwinder Billa had also tested positive for coronavirus. Kulwinder however is on the stage of recovery. Jaani started his career with a religious song, Sant Sipahi, in 2012. However, he gained fame after the song Soch, sung by Harrdy Sandhu and composed by B Praak. This famous lyricist has also collaborated with singers like Gippy Grewal, Ammy Virk, Jassie Gill, Diljit Dosanjh and many more. He has started his own music label known as Desi Melodies with video director Arvindr Khaira and musician B
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BollywoodAug 17, 2020

Bollywood director Nishikant Kamat passes away at 50

Filmmaker Nishikant Kamat who directed 2015 thriller Drishyam passed away on Monday at age 50. He was suffering from Liver Cirrhosis for the past two years. Kamat, who had multiple organ failure, was admitted to the hospital on July 31 with complaints of fever and excessive fatigue. Many celebrities, including Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh took to Twitter to mourn the demise of the director."My equation with Nishikant was not just about Drishyam, a film which he directed with Tabu and me. It was an association that I cherished. He was bright; ever-smiling. He has gone too soon. RIP Nishikant
BollywoodAug 14, 2020

Sonu Sood turns good samaritan, again!

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood announced that he will be arranging travel of 39 children, between the ages one to five from the Philippines to New Delhi for their liver transplant surgery.Sonu came under spotlight for his work in helping migrants reach their homes amid the Covid-19 situation.As per a press release, several underprivileged Filipino children suffering from a liver disease called biliary atresia haven't been able to travel to Delhi to have the surgery due to the pandemic. Sonu mentioned the same in a tweet, where he wrote - ‘Let's save these precious lives. Will get them to India in
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BollywoodAug 13, 2020

Kapil Sharma set to make his digital debut

The much-loved comedy show The Kapil Sharma Show is back on track. Bollywood celebrities are already coming to the show for its weekend episodes. And now the buzz is that Kapil is all set to make his digital debut. The show is a sit-com, fronted by Kapil and it will go on the floors by August end. It has been heard on the grapevine that this digital show for Sony Liv is not a stand up comedy show. In addition to this, Kapil has signed feature films as well, however the exact status of the same is not known.
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BollywoodAug 12, 2020

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena expecting their second baby

As per an official statement released by Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan, the couple will be welcoming yet another addition to their family. The two released an official statement, which read- "We are very pleased to announce that we are expecting an addition to our family! Thank you to all our well-wishers for all their love and support." Though not much details were revealed, reports state that Kareena is pregnant again and will soon welcome yet another bundle of joy into their lives. Saif and Kareena’s son Taimur Ali Khan is already the media and paparazzi’s favourite child. On th
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BollywoodAug 12, 2020

Akshay Kumar makes it to Forbes top 10

As Forbes released its list of the highest paid actors across the globe for 2020, for the second year in a row, Dwayne Johnson ends up holding the first position. Although the list has a lot of prominent names from Hollywood like Ryan Reynolds, Mark Wahlberg and Vin Diesel, it is interesting to see Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar rank 6th on the list.Forbes list also marks Akshay Kumar being the only Bollywood actor this year to make it to the top 10.Dwayne Johnson takes the top slot with a sum of $87.5 million to his name while Ryan Reynolds bagged the second place with $71.5 million. On the oth
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BollywoodAug 10, 2020

Sooraj Pancholi files police complaint for harassment

Bollywood actor Aditya Pancholi’s son, Sooraj Pancholi filed a complaint at the Versova Police Station in Mumbai alleging harassment by those who have carried unverified news reports that link him to Sushant Singh Rajput’s ex- manager Disha Salian, and Rajput’s deaths without any evidence. A source close to the Pancholi family informed that Sooraj has been harassed since Sushant and Disha’s deaths. The fake news making rounds on social media and YouTube have damaged the actor’s peace to no end. The source said, "Sooraj has filed a complaint against certain media houses , YouTubers a
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BollywoodAug 07, 2020

Karan Johar’s name dropped from Gunjan Saxena!

Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar is in the line of fire after his named surfaced in Sushant Singh Rajput’s alleged suicide. Reports have pointed that this has led to Netflix India dropping the name of Karan Johar’s production house, Dharma Productions from the poster and trailer of the film. This has also made people wonder whether the streaming platform Netflix, has distanced themselves from the controversial producer to avoid the movie from being adversely affected.When approached by a news portal, Netflix India said there is no truth in the story doing the rounds. "When the film releases
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BollywoodAug 07, 2020

Salman to play a Sikh cop

Salman Khan fans are in for a treat as the actor prepares to slip into the role of a Sikh cop in his upcoming film Guns Of North, which also stars his brother-in-law Aayush Sharma. Guns Of North is an official remake of the 2018 Marathi acclaimed flick Mulshi Pattern. Directed by Pravin Tarde, it was based on farmers who turn to petty crimes after having lost their lands. However, Guns Of North will be based in Punjab and will be directed by Abhiraj Minawala, who also directed Aayush Sharma’s debut flick Loveyatri (2018). Salman plays a prominent character in this film, which will boast of

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PollywoodAug 22, 2025

Loss of a Comedy Legend

Jaswinder Bhalla, a prominent figure who transformed comedy in Punjabi cinema, has died. The beloved Punjabi actor-comedian, aged 65, passed away on Friday morning at Fortis Hospital in Mohali after a prolonged illness. The news of Jaswinder Bhalla's death has left the Punjabi film industry and his admirers in profound disbelief. His funeral is set for August 23 at 12 noon at the Balongi cremation ground in Mohali, where many fans and artists are anticipated to gather to pay their final tributes to him. Tributes for Jaswinder Bhalla are flooding social media from fans and colleagues alike.
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BollywoodAug 22, 2025

Divorce Shocker in Bollywood- Sunita Ahuja

In a surprising turn for fans and the entertainment sector, Sunita Ahuja, spouse of veteran Bollywood star Govinda, has reportedly initiated divorce proceedings at the Bandra Family Court. This follows her emotional appearance in a vlog addressing ongoing speculation about their marriage. As per an entertainment website, Sunita filed the petition under Section 13 (1) (i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, citing adultery, cruelty, and abandonment as reasons for ending their 38-year union. The court summoned Govinda on May 25, but he has missed all hearings, leading to a show
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PollywoodAug 22, 2025

A Comedic Legend Lost: Remembering Jaswinder Bhalla

Jaswinder Bhalla, a beloved actor and comedian, whose remarkable contributions to the Punjabi film industry have left an indelible mark. Bhalla, known for his unique comic timing and memorable performances, passed away, leaving fans and peers alike in mourning. Jaswinder Bhalla burst onto the scene with his distinctive style, quickly becoming a household name. His filmography includes notable works such as Jatt & Juliet, Munde Patiala De, Saadi Love Story, and Chal Mera Putt, among many others. His ability to blend humor with poignant storytelling has resonated with audiences, making him
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BollywoodAug 21, 2025

Health Scare on Ranveer Singh's Film Set

A health scare on the set of Ranveer Singh’s upcoming film, *Dhurandhar*, in Leh has raised alarms after over 100 crew members were hospitalized on August 17 due to mass food poisoning. Victims reported severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and headaches, prompting immediate transport to Sajal Narbu Memorial (SNM) Hospital. While initial speculation pointed to poor food quality and budget cuts, an insider clarified that local authorities confirmed a wider chicken contamination issue in the region, denying any negligence by the production team. “This film is one of the biggest in producti
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PollywoodAug 21, 2025

Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh receives death threat

Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh has received another death threat and a complaint has been filed with Mohali SSP. The police officials are avoiding saying anything about it. A close friend of Mankirt Aulakh says that the entire family has been targeted in the threat. It is worth mentioning that earlier in 2023, some motorcyclists had chased the singer's vehicle, who had fled from there after seeing the security guards. In the year 2022, gangster Davinder Bambiha Group had threatened to kill Mankirt through a Facebook message.