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PollywoodJul 04, 2024

Box Office Dhamaka

The Punjabi film "Jatt and Juliet 3," starring Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa, has captured hearts and dominated the box office. Even with the usual Monday decline, the film earned 2.15 crore domestically, bringing its net total in India to 18.75 crore (grossing 22.12 crore). Globally, it has become a sensation, amassing an impressive 28.5 crore in international markets, culminating in a remarkable worldwide gross of 50.62 crore within just five days! This romantic comedy achieved the largest opening weekend ever for a Punjabi film worldwide, grossing approximately 48.10 crore in four day
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BollywoodJul 03, 2024

Relationship status confirmed!

Bollywood actress and model Banita Sandhu recently made her relationship with musician AP Dhillon public on Instagram. This revelation came after they appeared together in a music video, prompting Banita to share several photos with AP Dhillon on her Instagram profile. In the first image, AP Dhillon is seated on the floor while Banita playfully hovers over him from a bed. Another picture captures the couple preparing for a party. Banita captioned the post with a candid remark, "With me," followed by a heart emoji. Their journey together began when AP Dhillon hosted a preview screening of hi
hai-tauba
PollywoodJul 03, 2024

Hai Tauba!

The first song from Anand Tiwari's upcoming film "Bad Newz," titled "Tauba Tauba," features the film's stars Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri alongside Punjabi singer Karan Aujla in its video. Written, composed, and sung by Karan Aujla, the song is choreographed by Bosco-Ceasar. It exudes a lively vibe, with Vicky showcasing his dance skills in a dark suit and Triptii looking captivating in a gold dress. The song also offers a glimpse into the chemistry between the lead actors in the film. "Ishita Moitra and Tarun Dudeja have penned the script for Bad Newz. Produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Kara
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PollywoodJul 03, 2024

Return of Saunkan Saukanay

Not only Bollywood, but also the Punjabi film industry has shown a strong inclination towards sequels and trilogies. Continuing this trend, the upcoming Punjabi film "Saunkan Saukanay" is gearing up for another installment. Featuring Ammy Virk, Sargun Mehta, and Nimrat Khaira, filming has commenced under the direction of Smeep Kang and Amberdeep Singh. The initial part of the film received positive reception from audiences, though some criticized its theme as regressive. Nevertheless, it made waves at the box office. This time, the team aims to recreate the same magic, and guess who's makin
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PollywoodJul 02, 2024

Till we meet again

Punjabi actor Gitaz Bindrakhia, recognized for his impactful role in "Moh," has unveiled the first look poster of his upcoming prestigious project titled "Rabb Fer Milaave. " The poster evokes the atmosphere of a foggy winter day. The film co-stars Sharan Kaur alongside Gitaz and is helmed by director Gaurav Babbar. Despite "Moh" not performing well at the box office, Gitaz garnered considerable critical acclaim for his performance in the film directed by Jagdeep Sidhu.
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PollywoodJul 02, 2024

Up next for Karan Aujla

This marks a significant milestone for Karan Aujla and the Punjabi music industry, as Apple Music has selected him as the first Punjabi and Indian artist for their Up Next program. This program showcases the journey and aspirations of emerging artists, and being featured in it is a prestigious project for Apple Music. The inaugural edition of this series was filmed in Surrey and its surroundings, highlighting various aspects of the area. Karan Aujla introduces Apple Music to the places that shaped his upbringing and discusses the influences they had on him.
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BollywoodJul 02, 2024

This too shall pass!

Television actress Hina Khan who was recently seen in Punjabi film Shinda Shinda No Papa has announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. In a heartfelt post, she expressed her determination and unwavering commitment to conquering this illness. Her fellow colleagues from the television industry have extended their heartfelt wishes for her speedy recovery. Ankita Lokhande commented, "Hina, you possess immense strength. This too shall pass. Sending you love and strength. God bless you." Parth Samthaan, Hina's co-star from
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PollywoodJun 27, 2024

This is not a film promotion platform

Following a viral image of an influencer practicing yoga on the 'parikarma' of the Golden Temple, attention has turned once again to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) for its failure to enforce a four-year-old directive prohibiting unauthorized photography and video recording within the shrine's precincts. Recently, Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh shared his visit to the Golden Temple on social media, including his participation in Sikh rituals captured on camera. Similarly, Punjabi actor Neeru Bajwa also posted a video of her visit to the shrine. In 2020, the then act
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BollywoodJun 27, 2024

Walking in Paris

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor was chosen as the muse by renowned couturier Rahul Mishra during Haute Couture Week in Paris. Marking her international runway debut, Janhvi mesmerized in a stunning mermaid-style ensemble from Mishra’s Couture Fall 2024 collection named Aura. She took to Instagram to share a series of photos from her walk, captioning them with gratitude: "A first thank you @rahulmishra_7 for having me as a part of your spectacular show that encapsulated energies and auras so beautifully." Janhvi described the experience, noting the serene and meditative ambiance that contr

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PollywoodMar 13, 2026

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The teaser for filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' was released Friday, introducing a cast that includes Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina and Sharvari Wagh. According to information accompanying the teaser, the film presents an emotional love story set against the backdrop of the Partition of India. The brief preview introduces the main characters and hints at a narrative connecting past relationships with present-day technology. The teaser shows Dosanjh portraying a YouTuber who attempts to reconnect an elderly man, played by Shah, with a decades-old love
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PollywoodMar 13, 2026

Haryana Women’s Commission orders action against rapper Badshah in ‘Tattiri’ song controversy

The Haryana State Commission for Women has directed police to take action against Bollywood singer and rapper Badshah after he failed to appear before the commission in connection with a complaint over his song “Tattiri.” According to the commission, Badshah had been asked to appear for a hearing in Panipat on Friday regarding objections raised about the lyrics of the song. However, he did not attend the hearing. His legal representatives told the panel that the artist was unable to appear due to prior commitments and requested additional time. Commission chairperson Renu Bhatia warned ear
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PollywoodMar 09, 2026

Badshah Faces Women’s Panel Notice Over Controversial Song ‘Tateeree’

Rapper and singer Badshah has landed in controversy after the Haryana State Commission for Women issued a notice regarding the lyrics of his recently released Haryanvi track “Tateeree”. The commission decided to step in after receiving complaints claiming the song contains language that is inappropriate and offensive. The matter was brought forward by Savita Arya, who heads the Nari Tu Narayani Utthan Samiti in Panipat, along with Shiv Kumar from the Shiv Aarti India Foundation. In their complaint, they alleged that the song’s lyrics use objectionable words and portray women and minors
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BollywoodMar 09, 2026

Govinda Breaks Silence on Controversy, Says He Won’t Embarrass Anyone

Bollywood actor Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja have recently been in the spotlight after rumours of a possible divorce surfaced, which the couple later denied. The situation grew more complicated when Sunita spoke in interviews accusing the actor of cheating and claiming he had been linked to a newcomer who allegedly tried to blackmail him. Responding to the controversy during a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, Govinda said he does not want to make anyone “sharminda” or embarrassed by discussing personal matters publicly. He suggested that sometimes people show pain openly, but the f
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BollywoodMar 06, 2026

Big Buzz Builds Around Dhurandhar 2 Ahead of Release

Excitement is rising for the much-awaited sequel Dhurandhar 2, which is already generating massive buzz ahead of its release. The film follows the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar, which dominated the box office a few months ago and set high expectations for the next chapter. Even before its trailer drops, early ticket sales in the United States are showing promising numbers. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala reports that the film has already collected about $238,517 through advance bookings, indicating strong overseas interest. Industry insiders believe the sequel could even challenge the North Am