From stadium stages to university lecture halls — Diljit Dosanjh is making history again. The global music and film icon is now the subject of academic study, with Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) set to introduce a full-fledged course on his cultural and musical impact. Offered by The Creative School, the course was officially announced during the Billboard Summit at NXNE in Toronto. In doing so, Diljit Dosanjh joins an elite league of artists like The Beatles, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift — figures whose work transcends entertainment and enters scholarly discourse. TMU’s course, lau

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is drawing criticism for casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3. Amid heightened cross-border tensions, the horror-comedy will not see a theatrical release in India and is set to screen exclusively overseas on Friday, June 27. The move comes in the wake of recent geopolitical unrest following the deadly April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam and India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor, which involved missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7. Social media users have sl

Bollywood is in for a major Punjabi power move! Neeru Bajwa, the undisputed queen of Punjabi cinema, is making a splashy return to Bollywood and this time, she’s stepping into the Son of Sardaar universe alongside none other than Ajay Devgn. Yes, you read that right. After dominating Pollywood with hits like Jatt & Juliet, Sardaar Ji, and Laung Laachi, Neeru is back on the Hindi big screen in Son of Sardaar 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 2012 action-comedy blockbuster. And here’s the twist: she’ll be playing Ajay Devgn’s on-screen wife in what is their first-ever collaboratio

The much-awaited war drama Border 2 has entered its third phase of filming, now underway at the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pune. Joining forces for this powerful chapter are Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, who come aboard alongside Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan to bring a tale of unity, sacrifice, and national pride to the big screen. Helmed by director Anurag Singh, the film is being driven by an experienced production team, including producer Bhushan Kumar, co-producer Shiv Chanana, Nidhi Dutta, and Binoy Gandhi. Border 2 aims to honor the spirit of brotherhood and resilience, while

Popular reality television star and actress Shehnaaz Gill has officially begun shooting for her next Punjabi film, Singh vs Kaur 2, a romantic comedy featuring Gippy Grewal in the lead role alongside her. The film is currently being shot in Punjab, and Shehnaaz recently gave fans a sneak peek into the shoot by sharing lively behind-the-scenes moments on Instagram, which quickly stirred excitement among her followers. The movie is a sequel to the hit film Singh vs Kaur, which starred Gippy Grewal, Surveen Chawla, and Japji Khaira. Returning to direct the follow-up is Navaniat Singh, though th

The much-anticipated teaser for the Punjabi blockbuster “Sardaar Ji 3” has finally dropped, and it’s already creating a buzz among fans. Featuring global icon Diljit Dosanjh in the lead, the film also stars Neeru Bajwa, Manav Vij, Gulshan Grover, Jasmin Bajwa, Sapna Pabbi, and others in significant roles. The movie blends humor with high-energy action in a ghostbusting adventure. Directed by Amar Hundal, “Sardaar Ji 3” is all set to hit theatres on June 27. The teaser marks Diljit Dosanjh’s return as the quirky ghost hunter, summoned to rid a haunted mansion in the UK of a ter

Renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali is set to team up once again with actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh for a brand-new film, scheduled to arrive in cinemas in April 2026. The release will coincide with Baisakhi, adding a cultural resonance to the project. This upcoming untitled film is described as a “soulful tale of love and yearning,” and marks the second creative partnership between Ali and Dosanjh after the critically acclaimed Amar Singh Chamkila, which released in 2024. Joining the cast are celebrated veteran Naseeruddin Shah, along with rising stars Vedang Raina and Sharvari. The story, se

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

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.