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BollywoodJul 17, 2020

Big B turns to the Lord

While fans have been praying for the speedy recovery of superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently undergoing treatment at Nanavati Hospital, Mumbai, India for Covid- 19, the superstar himself took to social media to share a post dedicated to God. Amitabh Bachchan took to Instagram to share a religious picture and wrote- "ईश्वर के चरणों में समर्पित" (At the feet of God). All the bungalows owned by the Bachchans have been sealed by the BMC. Both Amitabh Bachchan and his son, Abhishek are currently on the path to recovery and have been taking to soc
PollywoodJul 16, 2020

Sidhu Moose Wala is the new Sanju!

Popular and controversial Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala took to social Media to share the first look sport of his upcoming single, Sanju. The song is based on Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt’s involvement in the 1993 Mumbai Blast case. He captioned it- SANJU WILL BE OUT ON 4 pm ON MY OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL SIDHU MOOSE WALA. The music of Sanju is composed by Sidhu Moose Wala and the video is directed by Tru Makers. The first look poster of Sanju is already grabbing eyeballs with his fans wondering what the lyrics would be like. Sidhu’s popularity has already reached Bollywood with stars li
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PollywoodJul 15, 2020

Angrej goes to Australia

The news regarding reopening of cinema halls in Australia has come as good news for Punjabi film industry. Actress Sargun Mehta took to her social media handle to announce that her film Angrej opposite Amrinder Gill is all set to show again in theatres in Australia from July 16. She posted a poster of the film with the caption- ‘In theatres again in Australia. Stay safe'. With the National Association Of Cinema Operators (NACO) saying that it acknowledges that studios will not release new titles until the majority of cinemas are opened around the world", returning to older films apparently s
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BollywoodJul 15, 2020

Scotland calling Akshay Kumar

Although international travelling has not yet resumed in full force, the team of Akshay Kumar starrer Bell Bottom is all set to travel to Scotland in private jets. The producers of the film seem to be in a hurry to start work on the film.Bell Bottom will be the first Hindi film to start shooting post the lockdown. The film also stars Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi, Lara Dutta in the lead roles. Based in the late 60’s, the film is touted as an espionage drama, and expected to release in April 2021. The new film shooting rules state that even if one member of the cast or crew gets tested positive
PollywoodJul 14, 2020

Pooja Verma alleges groupism in Punjabi film industry

Punjabi actress Pooja Verma who starred in nearly five Punjabi films including, Baaz, Dakuan Da Munda and 22 G Tussi Ghaint Ho has alleged groupism in Punjabi movie Industry. The death of Sushant Singh Rajput has given many celebrities courage to talk about malpractices prevalent in the industry, nepotism being the main. Following suit Pooja Verma too has openly spoken about groupism in Punjabi film industry. Pooja shared, "despite spending five years in this industry the remuneration that is offered to me is terribly sad." Pooja also went to talk about the unprofessionalism in the industry
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PollywoodJul 14, 2020

Ammy’s next film is with Sargun, yet again!

Actor Ammy Virk recently took to social media to reveal the name of his upcoming project, titled Saukan Saunkne. In this film, Ammy will share screen space with Sargun Mehta and Nimrat Khaira. The story of the film is written by Amberdeep Singh and will be directed by Amarjeet Singh Saraon. Releasing in 2021 the film is being made under the banners of Amberdeep Productions, Dreamiyata Pvt Ltd, Naad Films and JRN films.
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PollywoodJul 14, 2020

Love Punjab re-enters Australian theatres

Released in 2016, Amrinder Gill and Sargun Mehta starrer film Love Punjab will be screened in the theatres of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, and Northern Territory on July 14. The film is one of the most appreciated movies of Pollywood. With punjbai film directors and producers doing the wait and watch game, it seems they want to play safe by re-releasing old films first. Given this scenario, films like Chal Mera Putt 2, Sufna and Ik Sandhu Si have been re-released in foreign countries.
BollywoodJul 14, 2020

Ali Abbas Zafar’s next with Diljit Dosanjh

Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar of Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai fame is in talks with singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh for a film based on the riots of 1984. As per reports, the film might begin after the COVID situation gets better. Ali Abbas Zafar is expected to be creatively involved in the script apart from producing it. Interestingly, Diljit has already worked in a Punjabi film based on the same subject, the film went on to win a National Award in 2014.
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BollywoodJul 14, 2020

John Cena pays tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput

WWE wrestler turned actor John Cena paid a heartfelt tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput on his Instagram on Monday. Cena shared ea black-and-white photo of Sushant Singh Rajput. But as fans would have expected, he didn’t comment on it. WWE wrestler and actor John Cena paid a tribute to late actor Sushant Singh Rajput on Instagram on Monday. Sushant was found dead at his Bandra residence on Sunday. Cena shared a black-and-white photo of Sushant but didn’t comment.Sushant was found dead at his Bandra residence in Mumbai on Sunday. Police have confirmed death by suicide. Sushant is known for his

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Gurpreet Ghuggi Discusses New Film "Chaali Din" and Son Sukhan's Rising Career

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Ammy Virk Reveals Major Bollywood Break During Surrey Visit

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