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PollywoodNov 23, 2021

Gippy in an all new avatar

Punjabi singer-actor Gippy Grewal took to his social media to announce his prestigious project, Sheran Di Kaum Punjabi. The film, which releases in 2023 is directed, written and produced by Gippy Grewal. Gippy shared the first look poster of the film and wrote- 'Humble Motion Pictures proudly presents “Sheran Di Kaum Punjabi”Written, produced and directed by Gippy Grewal, releasing on Vaisakhi 2023.'
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PollywoodNov 19, 2021

Lucknow Court issues arrest warrant against Sapna Chaudhary

The Lucknow court on Wednesday issued an arrest warrant against dancer and actress Sapna Choudhary. Sapna is charged for canceling the concert and not repaying the money to the audience. The case was filed in Ashiana Police Station on October 14, 2018 for her apparent failure to turn up for a dance show at Smriti Upvan in Lucknow on October 13 that year from 3 pm to 10 pm.
PollywoodNov 17, 2021

Pukhraj Bhalla gets hitched

Recently, Punjabi actor Pukhraj Bhalla got engaged to his lady love Dishu Sidhu in an intimate ceremony. The two got engaged in the company of their family members and friends. The couple is set to tie the knot on November 19.
PollywoodNov 16, 2021

Roshan Prince to direct & star upcoming Punjabi film

Punjabi singer and actor Roshan Prince will soon be hitting the big screens with the upcoming film titled ‘Vadhayiyaan Bapu Tenu’. Roshan took to his social media handle to share the details about the film, which he will also be directing. This will be the first Punjabi feature film to be shot in Winnipeg, Canada and Punjab. Moreover, along with Roshan Prince, the film stars Gurpreet Ghuggi, Oshin Brar, Yograj Singh, Karamjit Anmol, Avy Randhawa, Harby Sangha and Malkret Rauni. Based on a comic storyline, the movie has been directed and written by Roshan Prince, while Sahil Garg, Sanjiv Ga
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PollywoodNov 09, 2021

Dilpreet Dhillon faces backlash

Recently, a video of Punjabi singer Dilpreet Dhillon making unwanted remarks on the ‘Mirasi’ community at a live show is going viral on social media. In the video, Dilpreet can be heard saying that he is not quite familiar with singing in the shows as he isn’t a Mirasi‘. “Eddan Live Ja Gauna Mainu Ghat Aunda Ae Thoda Ja, Kyonki Singer Thodi Ae. Mirasi Nhi Na Haiga, Jatt Ae”. This casteist remark by the artist has not gone down well with many who feel that people from the ‘Mirasis’ community are as human as anyone else!
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PollywoodNov 02, 2021

Amberdeep Singh & Nimrat Khaira to create ‘Teeja Punjab’

Punjabi film director, writer and actor Amberdeep Singh took to his social media account to announce his upcoming project titled, ‘Teeja Punjab’. Teeja Punjab is directed and written by Amberdeep Singh, and it stars Nimrat Khaira in the lead role. Amberdeep shared the same in his Instagram handle where we wrote- “Waheguru.. TEEJA PUNJAB.. releasing on 3rd December.. thanx to the whole team for their love support and hard work …”.The movie also has Karamjit Anmol, BN Sharma, Hardeep Gill, Nirmal Rishi, and others.
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PollywoodNov 01, 2021

B Praak Honoured With The UAE Golden Visa

Punjabi music director-singer B Praak has been honoured by the Dubai Film and TV Commission with the UAE Golden Visa. This makes B Praak one of the first Punjabi singers to receive the Golden Visa.Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela was the most recent recipient of the Golden Visa. There are only a few Indians who have ever been awarded the Golden Visa by UAE like Shah Rukh Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Neha Kakkar and Boney Kapoor. B Praak shared the pictures of him with the Golden Visa on his Instagram and thanked the Dubai Film and TV Commission.
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PollywoodOct 30, 2021

'Bijlee Bijlee' out

Punjabi singer Harrdy Sandhu has released his latest single 'Bijlee Bijlee', marking the music video debut of Palak Tiwari, daughter of popular TV actor Shweta Tiwari.Taking to her Instagram handle, Palak posted a snippet from the music video and wrote, "ITS OUT RIGHT NOW!!!!! Please check it out and give it alllll your love I've been obsessed with this song for one month and I'm so excited to share it with all of you."The song also marks Harrdy's reunion with the dream team of BPraak, Jaani, and Arvindr Khaira post his 2018 hit 'Kya Baat Ay'.'Bijlee Bijlee' is an uptempo song that has Harrdy'
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PollywoodOct 12, 2021

Punjabi actress Sonia Mann arrested by UP Police

Punjabi actor Sonia Mann took to her Instagram to talk about the latest happening. The actress was on her way to Lakhimpur Kheri a few days ago when she got arrested by the UP Police. Sonia shared the news on her Instagram and also shared a video note on how the police restricted her entry in Lakhimpur Kheri without even telling her the reason for it. The actress questioned the UP Police several times for the reason for her arrest but they did not open up in any case. “It is unfair to arrest me without any previous note and warrant against her. Democracy is dead in this country. At Least the

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

When Fame Meets Responsibility: Khan Saab’s Surrey Visit Sheds Light on Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

Jasmine Singh As devastating floods continue to affect countless lives in Punjab, the global Punjabi community has risen to the occasion with solidarity, support, and compassion. From local residents to international organizations, help has been pouring in from across the world. Among those stepping forward are not only charitable groups but also public figures who are using their platforms to raise awareness and gather aid. This week, celebrated Punjabi and Sufi singer Khan Saab paid a heartfelt visit to Connect Media Network’s office in Surrey, where he engaged in a candid conversation wi
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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Takes Punjabi to Global Heights with Aryan Khan Collab: A Moment of Pride for Every Punjabi!

The recently released song ‘Tenu Ki Pata’ from the upcoming project ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood’* has created a wave of excitement, not just for its music but for what it represents. This track marks a surprising yet powerful collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh, one of Punjab’s most loved and globally recognized artists, and Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan and it’s nothing short of iconic. For years, Punjabi culture in Bollywood was limited to background songs or comic characters. But now, Punjabi and Punjabiyat are taking centre stage, not just as representation
BollywoodSep 15, 2025

Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

Jasmine Singh Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different. The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

Jasmine Singh In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab. Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief. Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o