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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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PollywoodApr 17, 2024

Dad, again!

Punjabi singer and actor Ninja recently welcomed a baby boy into his family, marking his second journey into fatherhood. He joyfully shared the news on social media, revealing that they named the newborn Omkar. The industry showered him with congratulatory messages, with well-wishes pouring in from Deep Jandu, Rana Ranbir, and numerous others.
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PollywoodApr 17, 2024

Diljit’s wife attacks social media

Amid ongoing speculation about Punjabi actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh's marital status, a woman has stepped forward to dispel misunderstandings about her identity. Recently, social media buzzed with rumors suggesting that Diljit is married to an Indian-American woman named Sandeep Kaur, accompanied by purported images of his spouse. Taking to Reddit to address the matter, she clarified that the circulating photos were taken during a past collaboration with Diljit for the music video 'Shoon Shaan' from the movie 'Mukhtiar Chadha'. She emphasized that she is not Sandeep Kaur and urged th

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BollywoodApr 24, 2026

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PollywoodApr 24, 2026

Teaser for late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala’s song ‘Eyes On Me’ released online

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