Gurpanth Maan, the younger brother of legendary Punjabi singer and actor Gurdas Maan, passed away at the age of 68. He had been undergoing treatment at a multi-specialty hospital in Mohali for the past two months. Gurpanth is survived by his wife and two children, who currently reside abroad. The second of three siblings, Gurpanth Maan was the brother of Gurdas Maan and their sister. While his brother rose to national fame through his music and acting career, Gurpanth chose a quieter life, dedicating himself to farming and working as a commission agent in Gidderbaha, Punjab. He remained away

Sunjay Kapur, chairman of automotive components giant Sona Comstar and former husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, passed away at the age of 53. According to reports, Kapur suffered a fatal heart attack while participating in a polo match in England. Business consultant Suhel Seth, who confirmed the news to ANI, stated that Kapur may have accidentally swallowed a bee during the game, which could have triggered severe irritation leading to the cardiac event. At the time of his passing, Kapur was married to entrepreneur and former model Priya Sachdev. “Deeply saddened at the passing of @sunjayk

By Jasmine Singh / Connect Newsroom Punjabi singer and actress Baani Sandhu, who stars alongside Dev Kharoud in the upcoming film Dakuaan Da Munda 3, spoke candidly to Connect Media Network about the personal code she follows in the entertainment industry. Known for her bold persona, Sandhu said she draws a clear line between her professional and personal life. “I don’t like mingling too much with people from the industry. I don’t attend parties or hangouts. I’ve drawn a firm line for myself, and I expect others to respect it.” She admitted her reserved nature is often misunderstood.

Even before an official announcement, Bigg Boss 19 is already creating massive buzz across social media. Unlike previous seasons, the 2025 edition is expected to kick off earlier than usual and run significantly longer, making it one of the most extended and potentially explosive seasons in the show's history. The makers seem to be pulling out all the stops this time, reportedly planning a bold and unpredictable format. With no signs of playing it safe, the casting rumors alone are enough to set the internet abuzz. Several high-profile names from the world of entertainment have been linked

Love, music, and celebration were in the air as popular Punjabi singer and music producer Sukh-E Muzical Doctorz tied the knot with his ladylove Ella in a wedding straight out of a fairytale. The internet is abuzz with stunning pictures and videos from their dreamy wedding festivities, which have taken social media by storm. The couple said their vows in not one but two heartfelt ceremonies—a traditional Punjabi Anand Karaj followed by a beautiful white wedding. Surrounded by their closest friends and family, the celebrations were as emotional as they were extravagant. Adding star power t

The iconic 1981 film Umrao Jaan, featuring Rekha in one of her most celebrated roles, is all set to return to the silver screen in a beautifully restored 4K version. The film will re-release across PVR INOX theatres on June 27, bringing back a cinematic gem for a new generation of audiences. Directed by Muzaffar Ali, Umrao Jaan saw Rekha portray Amiran, a young girl kidnapped and sold into a kotha, who later transforms into the famed courtesan and poetess, Umrao Jaan. The film’s rich storytelling, hauntingly beautiful music, and Rekha’s unforgettable performance earned her the National A

Actress-turned-politician Smriti Irani is making a dramatic return to the small screen nearly two decades after she stepped away from acting. Best known for her iconic role as Tulsi Virani in the cult classic Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Smriti has reportedly begun shooting for the show's much-anticipated second season. The production is being handled with an extraordinary level of secrecy and security. According to reports, filming has commenced under Z+ security the highest level of protection granted in India. With security personnel closely guarding the sets, mobile phones are being

Popular rapper Muhammad Bilal Shaikh, widely known as Emiway Bantai, has reportedly received a chilling death threat along with a ₹1 crore extortion demand. The threat, sent from a number registered to his label, Bantai Records, was allegedly from Goldy Brar a Canada-based associate of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The message also named Rohit Godara, another overseas aide of Bishnoi, according to police sources. The threatening message, received on May 25, gave the rapper a 24-hour deadline to pay the ransom or face fatal consequences. “I am gangster Goldy Brar. Your singer has 24

The much-awaited trailer for Housefull 5 has been released, and it came with an unexpected twist from producer Sajid Nadiadwala. At the launch event, he revealed that the film will feature two alternate endings—a unique concept that changes depending on where you watch it. “I’ve had this idea for 30 years,” Sajid Nadiadwala said. “What if every theatre had a different version of the villain’s identity? So, the killer you see at Gaiety won’t be the same one you see at Galaxy or PVR.” According to him, this kind of variable ending has never been done before on this scale, making