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BollywoodAug 14, 2024

Honoured at Locarno Film Festival

Global icon Shah Rukh Khan recently received the esteemed Pardo Alla Carriera award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival, a significant accolade celebrating his profound impact on international cinema. This prestigious honor underscores both his remarkable career and the prominence of the Indian film industry on the global stage. The ceremony was held in the renowned Piazza Grande, where over 8,000 enthusiastic fans gathered to witness the legendary actor’s acceptance. This milestone marks a historic moment, as Shah Rukh Khan becomes the first Indian actor to be awarded this honor at the Loc
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PollywoodAug 14, 2024

Ek Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di

The eagerly anticipated teaser for the Punjabi film Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di has been released. This movie is the latest installment in the Ardaas trilogy, written and directed by Gippy Grewal. It features an impressive cast including Gurpreet Ghuggi, Jasmin Bhasin, Prince Kanwaljit Singh, and Raghveer Boli. Scheduled to hit theaters on September 13, the film, like its predecessors, emphasizes the importance of Gurbaani. The earlier Ardaas film revolutionized Punjabi cinema by introducing fresh themes and becoming a blockbuster. This third chapter in the Ardaas series also promises to offer
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PollywoodAug 13, 2024

Barzakh to be pulled down from YouTube Pakistan

Amidst increasing backlash over its depiction of queer relationships, channel Zindagi has decided to voluntarily withdraw the series Barzakh from YouTube Pakistan. The show, which sparked significant interest by reuniting Pakistani stars Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, also features notable actors including M Fawad Khan, Salman Shahid, and Eman Suleman. In a recent statement, the channel expressed their gratitude for the global audience's support: "We, at Zindagi and Team Barzakh, want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported Barzakh, a series designed to connect people across t
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BollywoodAug 13, 2024

Do you know?

Punjabi tracks are increasingly finding their way into Bollywood's promotional strategies. Following the infectious beats of Yo Yo Honey Singh’s “Hauli Hauli” featured in the upcoming film Khel Khel Mein, the creators have unveiled another exciting twist! The internationally acclaimed Diljit Dosanjh's hit song “Do You Know” is set to be the film's promotional anthem. Originally released in 2016, Diljit Dosanjh’s “Do You Know” has been freshly reimagined for this film. The revamped music video showcases a vibrant club scene with stars Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu,
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Arshad is our Hero!

Pakistan is abuzz with celebration following Arshad Nadeem’s extraordinary gold medal victory. With a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, Nadeem has ignited a wave of congratulatory messages on social media, earning recognition as the nation’s newest sports hero. Cricketers and actors alike have showered praise on Nadeem for his exceptional performance. Additionally, Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has offered a cash reward of PKR 1 million to Nadeem and has proposed the creation of a sports academy in his name. Ali Zafar posted a video of Nadeem’s throw on social media, reinforcing hi
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Ex-porn star on religious poster

A recent controversy has arisen in Tamil Nadu concerning the use of former porn star Mia Khalifa's image on a hoarding promoting the 'Aadi Perukku' festival. This festival, which honors Goddess Amman, features various traditional rituals and celebrations throughout the region. The hoarding, which showed Khalifa holding a 'paal kudam' (milk vessel), was meant to be a festive decoration at the Nagathamman and Selliyamman temples in Kuruvimalai. However, the use of Khalifa's image, especially considering her contentious background as a former adult film star, has drawn considerable criticism an
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Sanjay Dutt on UK Visa rejection

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who was set to appear in Son of Sardaar 2, has been removed from the film following the rejection of his UK visa. Sanjay Dutt has now addressed the situation, labeling the decision as a 'mistake' and expressing confusion over why his visa was initially approved only to be later denied. Sanjay Dutt expressed his frustration, saying, "I’m certain that the UK government made an error. They initially issued me a visa, and all payments and arrangements were completed in the UK. Yet, a month later, they canceled my visa. I provided all the necessary documents and com
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PollywoodAug 12, 2024

Warrant issued against Gippy Grewal

In an unexpected development, the Mohali Court has issued a bailable warrant for Punjabi singer and actor Gippy Grewal. He had been summoned by the Judicial Magistrate First Class of Mohali to testify in a case but missed three scheduled court appearances. In the meantime, the court has ordered that Gippy Grewal be brought in under a bailable warrant, with a surety of Rs 5,000. This legal action was prompted by his failure to appear despite previous court summonses. Gippy Grewal initially lodged a complaint at the Phase-8 police station against gangster Dilpreet Baba, alleging extortion a
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PollywoodAug 09, 2024

Karan Aujla announces third New Delhi show

Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla is shattering records with his It Was All A Dream World Tour, which is already making waves. Set to span multiple international destinations including Canada (August 2024), the United Kingdom (September 2024), and New Zealand (October 2024), the tour has already created a buzz in India. The Delhi NCR leg has been particularly remarkable, with the first two shows selling out and drawing an unprecedented 50,000 attendees. Due to this overwhelming demand, Team Innovation has added a third Delhi NCR show, scheduled for December 19, 2023. In just under a month, t

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

When Fame Meets Responsibility: Khan Saab’s Surrey Visit Sheds Light on Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

Jasmine Singh As devastating floods continue to affect countless lives in Punjab, the global Punjabi community has risen to the occasion with solidarity, support, and compassion. From local residents to international organizations, help has been pouring in from across the world. Among those stepping forward are not only charitable groups but also public figures who are using their platforms to raise awareness and gather aid. This week, celebrated Punjabi and Sufi singer Khan Saab paid a heartfelt visit to Connect Media Network’s office in Surrey, where he engaged in a candid conversation wi
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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Takes Punjabi to Global Heights with Aryan Khan Collab: A Moment of Pride for Every Punjabi!

The recently released song ‘Tenu Ki Pata’ from the upcoming project ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood’* has created a wave of excitement, not just for its music but for what it represents. This track marks a surprising yet powerful collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh, one of Punjab’s most loved and globally recognized artists, and Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan and it’s nothing short of iconic. For years, Punjabi culture in Bollywood was limited to background songs or comic characters. But now, Punjabi and Punjabiyat are taking centre stage, not just as representation
BollywoodSep 15, 2025

Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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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