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BollywoodDec 19, 2024

Sunshine everywhere for Payal!

Payal Kapadia's film All We Imagine As Light has made a remarkable achievement by securing nominations at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards. The film is competing in the Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language category, while Payal Kapadia herself has earned a nomination for Best Director. All We Imagine As Light has garnered critical acclaim for its emotionally resonant narrative, stunning visual style, and its exploration of deeply impactful themes that speak to audiences around the world. The film’s success at such a renowned global stage is a testament to its universal appeal and artis
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PollywoodDec 19, 2024

Nora Fatehi joins Karan Aujla on stage

Punjabi singer Karan Aujla is currently captivating audiences with his It Was All a Dream tour, and his recent performance in Delhi NCR (Gurugram) became even more memorable when Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi joined him on stage for a spectacular performance. Known for her electrifying dance moves Nora Fatehi, took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a sneak peek of her appearance at the concert. Posting a video of the performance, she expressed her gratitude, writing, "Thank you @karanaujla for sharing your stage with me in Delhi! Mahol Pura Wavy Hai, Delhi was insane, see you again!" In th
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PollywoodDec 18, 2024

With Love from Kashmir

Internationally renowned artist Diljit Dosanjh has captured the attention of netizens with a series of heartfelt social media videos filmed in Kashmir, before his Mumbai tour. The videos, shot at iconic locations across the region, showcase the serene beauty of the place and the warmth of its people. In the clips, Diljit Dosanjh is seen visiting the shrine of saint Mir Syed Ali Hamdani, where he mingles with devotees and offers prayers. He also captures moments of tranquility on Dal Lake, surrounded by a frosty landscape, while sipping kehwa, a traditional saffron-based drink. The videos ar
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BollywoodDec 18, 2024

Laapataa Ladies fails to make it to the list

Bollywood director Kiran Rao's film Laapataa Ladies (now retitled Lost Ladies) did not make it to the shortlist for the 2025 Oscars in the Best International Feature category. The shortlist, announced on December 17, excluded the coming-of-age drama, which had previously been selected as India's official entry for the 97th Academy Awards. The film, which explores the lives of two young brides in rural India separated from their husbands, was chosen by a 13-member selection committee, led by Assamese filmmaker Jahnu Barua, who praised Rao's portrayal of the diversity of Indian women. Despite
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PollywoodDec 18, 2024

Badshah fined for traffic rules violation

The Gurugram Traffic Police have slapped a Rs 15,000 fine on renowned rapper Badshah for several traffic offenses, including driving on the wrong side of the road, playing loud music, and driving recklessly. The incident occurred as Badshah arrived at Airia Mall on Sohana Road for a special appearance at a concert by Punjabi singer Karan Aujla. Badshah was traveling in a Mahindra Thar, which is registered to Panipat resident Deepender Malik. Due to heavy traffic, the vehicle, part of Badshah's convoy, drove on the opposite side of the road, causing a disruption. Passersby filmed the incide
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PollywoodDec 17, 2024

Archana Puran Singh’s YouTube account hacked, only hours after debut

Bollywood actress and The Kapil Sharma Show judge Archana Puran Singh's foray into YouTube vlogging has hit an unexpected bump. The actress shared an update with her fans, revealing that her YouTube channel encountered serious issues, either due to a malfunction or possibly a hack, early Saturday morning at 2:00 AM. While her team could not confirm if it was indeed a hack, Archana assured her followers that efforts were underway to restore the channel. In a heartfelt video posted on her social media, Archana expressed both disappointment and gratitude. "My YouTube channel went viral in just
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BollywoodDec 17, 2024

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73

The world of music has lost one of its greatest icons. Renowned tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, who revolutionized Indian classical music and brought it to global audiences, passed away at the age of 73 in San Francisco. His family confirmed the tragic news revealing that Hussain succumbed to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a rare and debilitating lung disease. Zakir Hussain's passing marks the end of an era for Indian classical music. Over his illustrious career, he became a symbol of excellence and innovation, blending traditional rhythms with contemporary sounds, and capturing the hearts of
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BollywoodDec 16, 2024

Paatal Lok season 2 coming

Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat is officially returning to his iconic role as Hathi Ram Chaudhary in Paatal Lok Season 2, with Amazon Prime Video unveiling the first poster for the highly anticipated next chapter. The newly released poster, which was shared on various social media platforms shows Jaideep Ahlawat in a stark black-and-white aesthetic with bold red letters. The image is supported by show's title पाताल लोक! The first season also saw Punjabi actor Jagjeet Sandu in a pivotal role!
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PollywoodDec 16, 2024

Karan Aujla to pay a hefty fine!

The Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (MC) has slapped a hefty penalty of Rs 1.16 crore on the organisers of Punjabi singer Karan Aujla’s concert held on December 7 at the Exhibition Ground in Sector 34, Chandigarh. The penalty has been imposed for the illegal display of advertisements at the event venue. The MC’s notice cited Clause 4 of the Advertisement Control Order, which stipulates that no advertisements can be displayed without written permission from the Chief Administrator. As a result, the organisers have been instructed to pay Rs 1,15,60,191, which includes the advertisement f

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PollywoodOct 23, 2026

Diljit Dosanjh’s Delhi Concert Gets Security Clearance, Show on October 30

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh’s concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi has received security clearance from Delhi Police. The concert is scheduled for October 30. Officials said the approval was granted on Friday after a meeting to discuss security arrangements, traffic management and crowd control. The clearance had initially been withheld due to security concerns. The Delhi concert will mark the beginning of Diljit’s Aura India Tour, which will also cover cities including Indore, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Lucknow. Ticket prices have been capped at ₹18,000, with several oth
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BollywoodOct 22, 2026

Security Increased for Tiger Shroff, Bodyguards Deployed

Mumbai Police have increased security for Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff following a firing incident targeting his car in Mumbai on October 18. The incident took place shortly after the actor left the Juhu area after playing football. Tiger escaped unharmed, while his driver and another person sustained injuries. Following the incident, security was also tightened outside the actor’s residence. The Mumbai Police Security Branch has deployed bodyguards to protect Tiger Shroff. In addition, a police officer and other personnel from the local police station have been assigned to his security.
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PollywoodOct 19, 2026

Neeru Bajwa Halts ‘Thappi’ Screenings Amid Protests Over Parvinder Jhotta’s Killing

Punjabi actress Neeru Bajwa has announced that screenings of her film Thappi will be suspended amid ongoing protests over the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotta in Mansa, Punjab. In a message posted in Punjabi on Facebook, Bajwa said the film, which was released worldwide on October 16, would no longer be screened in theatres starting Monday. “Whatever we are today is because of Punjab and Punjabiat. The purpose of making Thappi was also to bring life back to Punjab’s fields. Cinema is for the people and can never be bigger than them,” she wrote.
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BollywoodOct 19, 2026

20 Teams Nab Three Suspects in 15 Hours Over Tiger Shroff Firing Incident

All three suspects arrested in connection with the firing at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s car are adults, Mumbai Police said on Monday. According to police, two assailants fired five to six rounds at the actor’s car. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and investigators are questioning the suspects to determine the reason. Deputy Commissioner of Police Raj Tilak Roshan said one of the accused is 18 years old, while the other two are 22. Two suspects are from Haryana and one is from Bihar. The three accused were arrested in Rajasthan and are being brought to Mumbai. Police have
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PollywoodOct 19, 2026

Sidhu Moosewala’s Hologram Tour Postponed Following Parvinder Jhotta’s Killing

Balkaur Singh, father of late Punjabi singer Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu Moosewala, has decided to postpone the remaining shows of his son’s “Signed to God” hologram tour in Canada and the United States following the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotta in Mansa, Punjab. In a social media post, Balkaur Singh said the decision was taken in view of the tense situation in Punjab and the ongoing protests against Jhotta’s killing. Emphasizing his priorities, he said, “Punjab comes first for us.” He added that his constituency, Mansa, and the entire state of Punjab remain his t