8.45°C Vancouver

Entertainment

check-out-the-first-ever-original-ott-punjabi-film-jinne-jamme-saare-nikamme
PollywoodOct 06, 2021

Check out the first-ever original OTT Punjabi film Jinne Jamme Saare Nikamme

The first ever original OTT Punjabi film Jinne Jamme Saare Nikamme will premiere on October 14 on ZEE5. Directed by Kenny Chhabra, the film stars Binnu Dhillon, Jaswinder Bhalla, Seema Kaushal and Pukhraj Bhalla.A family comedy with a strong social message, the film is written by Naresh Kathooria. OTT platform ZEE5 recently announced its Rajj Ke Vekho campaign with a series of Punjabi movies, web-series, originals and shows.
sidhu-moosewalas-debut-movie-finally-releasing-in-india
PollywoodOct 05, 2021

Sidhu Moosewala’s debut movie finally releasing in India

Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala’s film, Moosa Jatt has finally obtained certification from the Censor Board of Film Certification. The film will be released in India on 8 October 2021. The film faced certification problems, as a result of which the film could not be released in India. On the other hand, the film is also releasing on the only Punjabi OTT platform, Chaupal. The producer of the movie, Rrupaali shared an Instagram post to announce the news.
gippy-grewal-rana-ranbir-are-the-new-brown-munde
PollywoodOct 04, 2021

Gippy Grewal & Rana Ranbir are the new ‘Brown Munde’

Punjabi singer-actor took to his social media handle to announce his upcoming film titled Brown Munde. Gippy officially revealed the poster and announced the film. The story of the film is written by Gippy Grewal along with writer-director Rana Ranbir. The film is produced by Gippy Grewal. It will be presented under the banner of Humble Motion Pictures. Gippy will soon be seen in an upcoming Punjabi film, Snowman starring Neeru Bajwa and Jazzy B.
chandigarhs-harnaaz-sandhu-crowned-as-miss-universe-india-2021
PollywoodOct 02, 2021

Chandigarh’s Harnaaz Sandhu crowned as Miss Universe India 2021

In a recently held ceremony Chandigarh’s Harnaaz Sandhu was crowned as the Miss Universe India 2021. The diva won the prestigious title and was honoured by Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon. Harnaaz will now represent India at the 70th edition of the Miss Universe beauty pageant in Israel. Harnaaz Sandhu, 21, has earlier bagged multiple pageant titles to her name and has also featured in Punjabi films like Bai Ji Kuttange.
afsana-khan-returns-to-bigg-boss-15-just-hours-after-quitting
PollywoodOct 02, 2021

Afsana Khan returns to ‘Bigg Boss 15’ just hours after quitting

Punjabi singer Afsana Khan of Titliaan Warga fame surprised her fans when she revealed on her social media accounts that she will be leaving ‘Bigg Boss 15’. She dropped out of the reality show after having panic episodes in her hotel room while quarantined. She announced the news on her social media accounts. However, now the singer is on her way back to the ‘Bigg Boss’ house. Afsana has opted to retake the challenge after withdrawing from the TV program. She joined her co-participants on the show.
title-of-ammy-virk-starrer-hun-ni-mud-de-yaar-movie-changed
PollywoodSep 30, 2021

Title of Ammy Virk starrer ‘Hun Ni Mud De Yaar’ movie changed

Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk took to his social media account to talk about the title change of his upcoming film, Hun Ni Mud De Yaar. The film starring Ammy Virk, Wamiqa Gabbi, Nasir Chinyoti, Zafri Khan and Yasamani Mohsani is now renamed to, ‘Aaja Mexico Challiye’. This will be released worldwide in theatres on November 25, 2021. The film is written and directed by Rakesh Dhawan.
amit-maan-is-no-longer-the-hakam
PollywoodSep 29, 2021

Amrit Maan is no longer the ‘Hakam’

Punjabi singer-actor Amrit Maan had recently unveiled the first look poster of his much-awaited film ‘Hakam’. Now, the artist took to social media to share a new update on the change in the title of the film. Along with the poster, Amrit Maan announced that the title of the film is changed to ‘Babbar’. The actor shared that the makers had to change due to technical reasons. He wrote, “Technical reasons karke HAKAM movie da naam BABBAR rakh ditta gya hai..BABBAR jaldi release hovegi tuhade nazdeeki cinemas de vich.” The film is collectively presented by Bamb Beats and Desi Crew. Ba
afsana-khan-backs-out-of-bigg-boss-15
PollywoodSep 29, 2021

Afsana Khan backs out of Bigg Boss 15

Even before the Bigg Boss 15 premiere, popular Punjabi singer Afsana Khan has decided to quit the show due to health reasons. The “Titliyan” fame singer was in quarantine in a Mumbai hospital, where she got a panic attack and was also running a fever. After getting medical help, Afsana decided to fly back to her hometown.Afsana Khan also took to Instagram to apologise to her fans and even shared a photo of her prescription.
moosa-jatt-fails-to-obtain-certification-from-censor-board
PollywoodSep 28, 2021

Moosa Jatt fails to obtain certification from Censor Board

It is being said that Punjabi film Moosa Jatt starring Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, which was on the verge of being released theatrically worldwide on 1 October has not been able to acquire approval from the Central Board of Film Certification. As a result, the release of Moosa Jatt has been postponed in India. The movie will not be releasing on 1 October in India. But in the rest of the world, it will be released as per its previous schedule. The movie has been delayed indefinitely.

Just In

security-scare-at-ranveer-deepikas-mumbai-home
BollywoodFeb 11, 2026

Security Scare at Ranveer–Deepika’s Mumbai Home

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone’s Mumbai residence has come under heightened security after an alleged extortion threat triggered alarm bells. Armed guards and a uniformed police officer have been stationed outside the couple’s home, a move that has sparked concern among residents of their housing society. The society’s managing committee reportedly wrote to the local police, questioning the sudden deployment and flagging worries about armed personnel being present in common areas like the lobby, gym, and children’s play zone. The security ramp-up follows a disturbing WhatsApp voi
sundance-darling-sabar-bonda-blooms-on-netflix
BollywoodFeb 11, 2026

Sundance Darling Sabar Bonda Blooms on Netflix

After winning hearts at its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival on January 26 and hitting Indian theatres on September 19, 2025, the LGBTQ+ romantic drama Sabar Bonda has finally found its streaming home. The acclaimed film is now available on Netflix. Announcing the release, Netflix shared the film’s poster on Instagram with a poetic note: “Between rituals of loss and moments of connection, a new sense of belonging emerges.” Also known as Cactus Pears, the Sundance award-winner is now ready to reach a wider audience on OTT.
sonu-sood-steps-up-as-rajpal-yadav-faces-jail-time-calls-for-industry-unity
BollywoodFeb 11, 2026

Sonu Sood Steps Up as Rajpal Yadav Faces Jail Time, Calls for Industry Unity

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood stepped in to help Rajpal Yadav with a role and a signing amount after the comedian surrendered himself to Tihar jail authorities in connection with cheque-bounce case. Sood also urged filmmakers and other industry colleagues to come forward and help the comedian in the time of crisis. Rajpal was sent to Tihar jail after the Delhi High Court rejected his plea seeking more time to repay outstanding amount in a cheque-bounce case. Before his surrender, Yadav told popular entertainmement portal that he did not have money or any other means to pay the outstanding amount
bambukat-returns-sequel-promises-bigger-laughs-and-nostalgia
PollywoodFeb 06, 2026

Bambukat Returns: Sequel Promises Bigger Laughs and Nostalgia

The much-appreciated Punjabi film Bambukat is officially getting a sequel. Bambukat 2 has now been formally announced and is gearing up for a theatrical release soon, sparking excitement across the entertainment space. The sequel brings back a power-packed cast featuring Ammy Virk, Binnu Dhillon, Simi Chahal, and Gurpreet Ghuggi. The first Bambukat turned out to be a massive crowd-pleaser, winning hearts with its fresh storytelling, humour, and rooted charm, and it went on to become a blockbuster that still enjoys cult status among fans. Helmed once again by director Pankaj Batra, Bambukat
rhea-chakraborty-steps-back-into-the-spotlight
BollywoodFeb 06, 2026

Rhea Chakraborty Steps Back into the Spotlight

Rhea Chakraborty, who first caught attention with her debut in Mere Dad Ki Maruti (2013), is finally returning to acting after a long hiatus. Following a series of early films, her career was abruptly disrupted after she became embroiled in controversy linked to the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, leading to a sharp decline in work opportunities. Now, Rhea is set to mark her comeback with Family Business, a corporate-family drama series coming on Netflix’s. Her last film release was Chehre in 2021, co-starring Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi. In the years since, she remained in th