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PollywoodApr 26, 2024

The term EP was first used by?

During a chat with Connect FM Canada, Punjabi rapper Sultaan unveiled that he coined the term EP (Extended Play) four years ago. Remarkably, this term has now become commonplace among singers. Sultaan proudly stated, "I believe I was the first Punjabi artist to ever use the term EP." His recent release, "Notorious," has been garnering significant acceptance from audiences.
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PollywoodApr 24, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: When Sahiba Bali Failed To Recognize Diljit Dosanjh on Chamkila Sets

Actress Sahiba Bali who played a young journalist in Imtiaz Ali’s recently released movie Chamkila is bathing in appreciation for her role. The actress recently sat for an interview with our host Faridoon Shahryar and talked about her experience and learnings from the project. As she talked about the film, Chamkila and prospectives, she also talked about Diljit Dosanjh and the experience of meeting the superstar on the film’s sets. On being asked about Diljit’s superstardom and success, Sahiba said, “I can’t tell you what a great experience it was, because before being his co-actor,
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PollywoodApr 23, 2024

My mummy dearest

Shinda Grewal, a Punjabi actor set to appear in the upcoming film Shinda Shjinda No Papa, holds a special bond with his father yet confides all his secrets in his mother. Notably, Shinda Grewal, renowned Punjabi singer-actor Gippy Grewal's middle son, recently disclosed in an interview with Connect FM Canada that he finds comfort in sharing his innermost thoughts with his mother, Ravneet Grewal. While maintaining a close relationship with his father, Shinda prefers turning to his mother when discussing matters such as screen time or film projects.
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PollywoodApr 22, 2024

Moment of Pride

Esteemed veteran actress Nirmal Rishi, celebrated for her contributions to the Punjabi film industry, was honored with the Padma Shri award. Rishi was presented with the award by President Droupadi Murmu during a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. Following the event, Nirmal Rishi expressed her joy and recounted her initial reaction upon receiving the news of the honor. Nirmal Rishi gained widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Gulabo Maasi in 'Laung Da Lishkara'. Her illustrious career encompasses a diverse range of roles, with notable performances in Punjabi cinema, includi
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PollywoodApr 22, 2024

AP Dhillon’s tribute to Sidhu Moosewala

Punjabi singer AP Dhillon encountered backlash following his onstage guitar smashing at the renowned Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Despite its global significance in the music world, his actions drew attention for all the wrong reasons. In response to the criticism, AP Dhillon took to Instagram with a post that some found cringeworthy, attempting to justify his actions by blaming the 'controlled media'. However, rather than quelling the controversy, this explanation only served to fan the flames of trolling and negative reactions on social media. AP’s tribute to the late Punja
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PollywoodApr 19, 2024

Gurbaaz, youngest podcaster

It's time to introduce the country's youngest podcaster, Gurbaaz Grewal. For those unfamiliar, Gurbaaz is the youngest son of Punjabi singer-actor Gippy Grewal. Gippy recently shared a social media post showcasing Gurbaaz hosting a podcast alongside his middle son, Shinda Grewal. Fans were pleasantly surprised by Gurbaaz's remarkable skills. Both Shinda and Gippy Grewal are set to star in the upcoming Punjabi film Shinda Shinda No Papa. Gippy Grewal has three sons: Ekam, Shinda, and the youngest, Gurbaaz Grewal. Gurbaaz has already gained popularity among fans for his engaging reels.
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PollywoodApr 19, 2024

After party with Sultaan

That sounds like an exciting development! Sultaan's collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh on Lalkaare has already showcased their synergy, so having Sultaan perform at the after party of Diljit's Dil Luminati tour adds another layer of anticipation for fans. BC Place, Vancouver is indeed a prestigious venue, and it's great to see Punjabi artists breaking new ground there. The hint at an upcoming international collaboration only adds to the intrigue surrounding Sultaan's future projects. It's understandable that he might want to keep the details under wraps for now, but it's sure to generate ev
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PollywoodApr 18, 2024

It’s Wazir & Diljit now

Punjabi singer and songwriter Wazir Patar, renowned for his collaborations with the late Sidhu Moosewala, has stirred up social media chatter recently. Wazir posted a monochrome picture on Instagram featuring internationally acclaimed singer Diljit Dosanjh. Fans speculate that this hints at a potential collaboration between the two artists. With Diljit's soaring popularity, it's no surprise that many singers aspire to collaborate with him. Wazir Patar has previously collaborated with various notable singers in Pollywood, including Sidhu Moosewala, Tarsem Jassar, and others.
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PollywoodApr 18, 2024

AP Dhillon criticised

Punjabi singer AP Dhillon made waves with his recent performance at Coachella. However, despite his international acclaim, criticism arose when he concluded his act by smashing his guitar. Fans expressed disappointment, emphasizing the importance of respecting musical instruments. Adding to the controversy, during AP Dhillon's performance, many attendees were heard chanting the name of Diljit Dosanjh. Diljit had previously made history as the first Punjabi artist to grace the Coachella stage in 2023. AP Dhillon's actions have sparked widespread criticism, with fans feeling it was not the app

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Housefull 5 will have different endings!

The much-awaited trailer for Housefull 5 has been released, and it came with an unexpected twist from producer Sajid Nadiadwala. At the launch event, he revealed that the film will feature two alternate endings—a unique concept that changes depending on where you watch it. “I’ve had this idea for 30 years,” Sajid Nadiadwala said. “What if every theatre had a different version of the villain’s identity? So, the killer you see at Gaiety won’t be the same one you see at Galaxy or PVR.” According to him, this kind of variable ending has never been done before on this scale, making
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BollywoodMay 28, 2025

Dipika Kakkar battles stage 2 cancer

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PollywoodMay 28, 2025

Instagram influencer Sukh Ratia arrested on murder charges

Social media influencer Sukhpreet Singh, widely known as Sukh Ratia, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a brutal contract killing in Navi Mumbai. The 24-year-old, who boasts over 525,000 Instagram followers, is accused of murdering a woman for ₹5 lakh on orders from another woman linked to the victim's husband. According to police, Sukh and his cousin Gurpreet Singh stalked the target before slitting her throat in public on May 18. The murder was premeditated and caught on CCTV. Sukh had bought the knife online and tracked the victim’s movements beforehand. The Noida STF,
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PollywoodMay 28, 2025

Sonam Bajwa to be seen in Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat

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