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PollywoodJul 27, 2022

Punjabi singer Balwinder Safri dies at 63; music industry mourns demise

Veteran Punjabi singer Balwinder Safri passed away on Tuesday.He was 63. The 'Tu hoor sohniye' singer was admitted to the New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton, UK, in April 2022 owing to heart issues. After triple bypass surgeries, the singer went into coma after facing brain damage. After spending 86 days in the hospital, Safri was discharged and was on the road to recovery but couldn't survive and passed away on July 26.Several artistes from the Punjabi music industry paid condolences on social media.Punjabi actor Neeru Bajwa remembered the ‘Par linghade’ singer and wrote, "Menu yaad hai
PollywoodJul 26, 2022

Shehnaaz Gill to work with Anil Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar in Rhea Kapoor's next?

'Bigg Boss 13' fame Punjabi actor Shehnaaz Gill has been gathering headlines for a long time. Now it has been reported that the actor might be a part of producer Rhea Kapoor's upcoming project.As per media reports, the '28-year-old actor has now bagged the role in Rhea Kapoor's next women-oriented film, helmed by her husband Karan Boolani.The film also features veteran actors Anil Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar in the lead roles and will showcase the 'Honsla Rakh' actor in a very different avatar.Shehnaaz is well known for her bubbly nature and is among one of the most loved 'Bigg Boss' contestants
PollywoodJul 25, 2022

Tarsem Jassar & Simi Chahal’s film Rabb Da Radio 3 postponed

Punjabi film Rabb Da Radio 3 was announced back in 2021 and was expected to hit the silver screens on 8 April 2022. But now we hear that the film has been postponed and Tarsem Jassar has finally made the official announcement regarding the same. Rabb Da Radio 3 will now be released on March 30, 2023. Just like Rabb Da Radio and Rabb Da Radio 2, will star Tarsem Jassar and Simi Chahal in the leading roles. The film is directed by Sharan Art who has also directed the second installment of the hit franchise. The upcoming film will be presented by Vehli Janta Films and Omjee Films, and is being pr
PollywoodJul 21, 2022

Ammy Virk, Tania Singh’s ‘Oye Makhna' to release in November

Punjabi actor Ammy Virk's new film 'Oye Makhna' is all set to be out in theatres on November 4, 2022. It was earlier supposed to hit the theatres on September 9.Sharing the update, Ammy said, "We have invested a great deal of passion and love in this film and the audience will see it for themselves on November 4. All of us on the sets share great chemistry and we are sure that Oye Makhna will be a treat for the audiences and fans."'Oye Makhna', which is touted as a rom-com, has been produced under the Yoodlee banner."The final cut of 'Oye Makhna' has exceeded our expectations and we are confid
PollywoodJul 18, 2022

Karan Aujla pays tribute to Sidhu Moosewala at a Live Concert in Australia

Punjabi singer Karan Aujla was seen paying his homage to late singer Sidhu Moosewala at a live concert in Perth, Australia, the first destination from where he starts his world tour; Way Ahead. He began the concert and paid tribute to not only Sidhu Moosewala, but to Deep Sidhu and Sandeep Ambian as well.It is a known fact that Karan Aujla and Sidhu Moosewala did not share a great on stage relationship. Both were seen as each others biggest competitors; hence their fans were always engaged in war of words online. Earlier too, various artists associated with the Punjabi and mainstream entertain
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PollywoodJul 15, 2022

Watch Ammy Virk, Sonam Bajwa's ‘Sher Bagga' on Prime Video on July 24

Punjabi actors Ammy Virk and Sonam Bajwa's Punjabi movie “Sher Bagga” will be available for streaming on Prime Video from July 24, the streamer announced on Friday.Directed by Jagdeep Sidhu, the comedy released theatrically on June 24 and received positive to mixed reviews from the critics.The film follows Shera (Virk), a man on a journey to find the love of his life, who meets Gulab (Bajwa). Both get together but Gulab ends up pregnant. While she is unsure about bearing the child, Shera wants to become a father and this creates a tight spot for the unlikely couple, according to the offici
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PollywoodJul 14, 2022

Gippy Grewal drops the much-awaited track Mutiyare Ni

Punjabi singer, actor, film director and producer Gippy Grewal has rolled out his brand-new track Mutiyare Ni. Gippy's new song is written by Happy Rajkoti and the video features Gippy along with Ukrainian model Olya Kryvenda.Talking about the song, Gippy says, “I am extremely delighted to collaborate with Believe Artist Services. They are focused to go beyond the top music markets and support and develop artistes at the regional level and help bring them to the forefront of a huge audience. The company truly believes in helping the artiste at every stage of his career. As a Punjabi artiste,
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PollywoodJul 12, 2022

Amrinder Gill is back with Chhalla Mud Ke Nahi Aaya

Punjabi singer-actor Amrinder Gill and Sargun Mehta starrer Chhalla Mud Ke Nahi Aaya is set to be released worldwide on 29 July 2022. The movie is directed and written by Amberdeep Singh. And now, Amrinder Gill’s look for the movie has been revealed through the first look poster.An Instagram post by Dave Sidhu shows Amrinder Gill, dressed like a gentleman in a long coat, carrying a suitcase. The shot is probably from England or somewhere in the United Kingdom, as the background setting suggests.
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PollywoodJul 11, 2022

Punjabi star Sargun Mehta makes her Bollywood debut with 'Mission Cinderella'

Actress Sargun Mehta is all set to make her Bollywood debut soon.The actress will be seen in a Bollywood film called 'Mission Cinderella', which stars Akshay Kumar."It's very important to wait for the right role, no matter where you are stepping in, especially when you are stepping in a new medium because altogether there is a new audience and they are," she says."They are going to perceive you and look at you in a certain way. Even the industry has formed a perception of who you are. When I was choosing it, I didn't want to stand aside and be not talked about. Whether good or bad, but no matt

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The Delhi High Court requested a response from the creators of the film "Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legal" concerning actor Salman Khan's request for a release stay. Khan's legal team argued that the movie is allegedly based on the blackbuck poaching incident linked to him, infringing upon a court order safeguarding his personality rights. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna's vacation bench issued notices to the film's producers, Amit Jani and Akshay Pandey, and scheduled a hearing for June 19. Although the film's release date remains unclear, the filmmakers released a trailer that same day. Kha
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BollywoodJun 15, 2026

TV actress Sanchita Ugle found dead at Mumbai home; police investigating

Television actress Sanchita Ugle, known for her work in the serial "Kumkum Bhagya," was found dead at her residence in Mumbai's Nalasopara area on Monday, according to preliminary information provided by police. Police said Ugle lived with her parents and sister and was alone at home when the incident occurred. Initial findings indicate the death is being investigated as an apparent suicide. Her body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities said a sari was allegedly used in the incident. Investigators have not recovered a suicide note from t
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PollywoodJun 12, 2026

Spiritual Awakening Takes Center Stage in Tarnvir Singh Jagpal's Groundbreaking Film Chaali Din

Jasmine Singh In an exciting development for Punjabi cinema, director Tarnvir Singh Jagpal’s upcoming film, Chaali Din, is already generating buzz for its unique blend of life lessons and spiritual exploration. Based on Dr. Gurpreet Dhugga's enlightening book, the film delves into how life should be lived, emphasizing the importance of finding one's guiding light. Dr. Dhugga, a physician turned author, shared his transformative experience during the creation of Chaali Din with Connect Cine. He expressed how writing the book not only changed his perspective but also illuminated the paths
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BollywoodJun 12, 2026

Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash After Controversial Audience Comments

In a recent episode of Pranit More's stand-up show, a segment featuring an audience member's objectionable remarks about a woman has sparked significant outrage online. The incident, dubbed the "Rs 370 biryani" clip, showcased a male attendee recounting a date where he spent Rs 370 on biryani, only to express feelings of entitlement to intimacy afterward. The comedian's laughter during the segment further fueled criticism, as many felt the comments were inappropriate and disrespectful. As backlash intensified, Pranit issued an apology, stating that the audience member's views do not align