PollywoodMay 13, 2026
Punjabi Film Chardikala to shine at Cannes 2026
The Cannes Film Festival 2026 is set to highlight the richness of Indian regional cinema, with a significant focus on Punjabi films alongside Malayalam and Kannada entries. Scheduled from May 12 to May 23, this year's festival will showcase works from renowned directors like Pedro Almodovar, Asghar Farhadi, and James Gray.
While India lacks a contender for the Palme d’Or, several noteworthy films will represent the country through premieres and screenings in various sections.
1. Chardikala
Directed by Amarjit Singh Saron, the Punjabi film, also known as Zakhma Toh Chardikala Tak, featur
PollywoodMay 13, 2026
Gunfire Erupts at Diljit Dosanjh's Manager Gurpratap Singh Kang's Residence in Haryana
In a shocking turn of events, gunshots were fired at the residence of Gurpratap Singh Kang, manager of popular singer Diljit Dosanjh, in Haryana. The incident, attributed to aides of infamous gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, has raised alarm within the celebrity community and beyond.
Reports indicate that Bishnoi's group has taken responsibility for the attack, claiming they have been monitoring negative elements within Diljit’s team, particularly concerning troubling behavior towards women. The gang has allegedly issued multiple warnings to both Diljit and Gurpratap regarding these issues, ma
PollywoodApr 24, 2026
Teaser for late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala’s song ‘Eyes On Me’ released online
A teaser for a new song by late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala was released on social media Friday, drawing significant online attention within minutes of its publication.
According to posts shared by the artist’s official team, the 34-second teaser for the track titled “Eyes On Me” was uploaded across multiple platforms earlier in the day. The clip recorded more than 15,000 likes on Instagram and over 120,000 views on YouTube shortly after release, based on platform counters at the time.
The teaser opens with a visual of Punjab’s map highlighting Mansa district, followed by scenes dep
PollywoodApr 21, 2026
Court halts release of Punjabi film ‘Pitt Siyapa’ over copyright claim
A Chandigarh court has temporarily stayed the release of the upcoming Punjabi film “Pitt Siyapa” following a copyright dispute, according to court proceedings. The film, starring actor Sonam Bajwa, had been scheduled for theatrical release on May 1.
The legal challenge was filed by writer Rajan Nandan, who alleges the film’s storyline is substantially similar to a script he authored. According to Nandan, the script was officially registered in 2021.
Nandan said he first identified similarities after the film’s promotional material was released on March 27, 2026. He subsequently issued
PollywoodApr 17, 2026
Punjabi singer Nachhatar Gill releases new single “Duniya”
Punjabi singer Nachhatar Gill has released a new single titled “Duniya,” according to a release issued by Game Changer Records.
The track features music by producer Deep Jandu and is presented by Game Changer Records. The label says the project brings together established contributors from the Punjabi music industry.
According to the release, the song has drawn attention on social media following its launch, with listeners sharing and reacting to the track online. No independent streaming or chart data was immediately available.
The release did not provide details on production timelines,
PollywoodApr 08, 2026
Rapper Badshah apologizes to National Commission for Women over song lyrics controversy
Indian rapper Badshah appeared before the National Commission for Women and issued a written apology over controversy surrounding his song “Tateeri,” according to the commission.
The song, released on March 1, 2026 on YouTube, drew criticism shortly after its launch over allegations that its lyrics contained objectionable language about women and depicted schoolgirls inappropriately. The commission had taken notice of the complaints and sought an explanation from the artist.
According to officials, Badshah acknowledged concerns raised about the lyrics and assured the commission that he wou
PollywoodApr 07, 2026
Poster released for late singer Rajvir Jawanda’s upcoming song “Babal De Des”
The family of late Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda has released the official poster for his upcoming song “Babal De Des,” according to a post shared on the artist’s social media accounts.
The poster, which has circulated widely online, describes the song as an emotional tribute reflecting the bond between daughters and their parental home. The caption accompanying the release states that the track represents “every heart that cannot forget Babal De Des,” referring to a father’s home.
Details about the release date have not been confirmed, but the family and production team say the so
PollywoodMar 19, 2026
Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh receives fresh death threat as police probe linked claims
Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh has received another alleged death threat, according to claims circulating on social media, as police review an audio recording attributed to a member of the Bambiha gang.
The recording, widely shared online, is said to feature gangster Lucky Patial claiming responsibility for targeting Aulakh and warning that the singer “is next.” The authenticity of the audio has not been independently verified by authorities.
According to information tied to the same claims, the alleged threat surfaced a day after a shooting in Mohali’s Sector 9, where property dealer Cha
PollywoodMar 13, 2026
Teaser released for Imtiaz Ali film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' starring Diljit Dosanjh
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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