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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.

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Actor Ameesha Patel says her flight from New York to Mumbai was diverted to Muscat after what she described as a sudden airspace closure linked to reported missile attacks near Dubai. According to a post on her official social media account, the aircraft was preparing to land in Dubai when authorities closed airspace in the United Arab Emirates. Patel wrote that the flight was redirected to Muscat and that passengers were awaiting further information.The actor said she had been travelling via an Emirates flight and did not provide additional details about when the journey would resume. The sta
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Karan Johar makes Met Gala debut in Manish Malhotra design inspired by Raja Ravi Varma

Filmmaker Karan Johar attended the Met Gala for the first time, wearing a custom outfit designed by Manish Malhotra, according to details shared about the appearance. The ensemble, titled “Framed in Eternity,” featured a power-shoulder vintage jacket paired with a hand-painted cape measuring approximately six feet. The design drew inspiration from the work of Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma. According to the description of the garment, more than 80 artisans worked on the piece over a period of about 85 days. Johar completed the look with a multi-gemstone necklace and rings from his jeweller
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Hazel Keech says she worked as an extra in three Harry Potter films before Bollywood career

Actor Hazel Keech says she faced challenges establishing herself in India’s film industry, despite early screen appearances in a major international franchise. In a recent interview, she said building recognition in Bollywood required “a lot of struggle.” Keech, who is married to former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh, said she appeared as an extra in three films from the Harry Potter series before moving into Indian cinema. According to her account, those credits include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fir
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Bollywood actresses command rising film fees in 2026, industry reports suggest

Several leading Bollywood actresses are reportedly commanding significantly higher fees per film in 2026, reflecting shifts in the industry’s pay structure and star-driven market dynamics. According to industry reports, Priyanka Chopra is among the highest-paid, with a reported fee of about ₹30 crore for a film project linked to director S. S. Rajamouli. Her current per-film fee is said to have increased to approximately ₹40 crore. Deepika Padukone is also reported to be charging between ₹25 crore and ₹30 crore per project. Similarly, Alia Bhatt is said to earn around ₹30 crore per
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BollywoodApr 27, 2026

Actor Mehreen Pirzada marries Arsh Aulakh in private ceremony in Himachal Pradesh

Actor Mehreen Pirzada has married Arsh Aulakh in a private ceremony held in Chail, Himachal Pradesh, according to posts shared on her official social media accounts. The actor posted photos from the event, showing the couple dressed in coordinated light pink outfits. Pirzada described April 26, 2026, as an important milestone in her life. In the images, Pirzada is seen wearing a light pink lehenga, while Aulakh is dressed in a matching kurta paired with a white pajama. The couple used the hashtag “ArshDiMehr” to share moments from the ceremony online. No further details about the ceremony,