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BollywoodJun 10, 2021

Shefali Shah recalls rejecting 'Kapoor and Sons', 'Neerja'

Bollywood actor Shefali Shah revealed she had rejected acting in hit Bollywood movies like 'Neerja' and 'Kapoor and Sons'. During an Instagram Q &A session, when a user asked her to name a movie rejected by her that went on to become a hit, Shefali quipped and wrote, "Many.. 'Kapoor and Sons', 'Neerja'." Apart from this, Shefali has also shared other interesting facts about her. Speaking about how she selects her scripts, she added, "What really hits me in my heart and gut, I will do it." Shefali will be next seen in 'Doctor G', 'Delhi Crime 2', 'Humans' and 'Darlings'.
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BollywoodJun 10, 2021

Narendra Modi, Mamata Banerjee mourn the demise of filmmaker-poet Buddhadeb Dasgupta

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of ace filmmaker and poet Buddhadeb Dasgupta. As per reports, Buddhadeb Dasgupta died at the age of 77 early this morning. He was suffering from ailments related to his kidney. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called his death a 'great loss' for the Indian film industry. The National award-winning director had helmed movies like 'Dooratwa', 'Grihajuddha' and 'Andhi Gali', bringing the elements of Naxalite movement on the screen. He had won National Award five times in his career. 'Anwar Ka Ajab Kissa'
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Sonu Sood to set up 18 oxygen plants across various states

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, who has been in the limelight because of his philanthropic work, has promised to set up as many as 18 oxygen plants across various states of India. The 47-year-old actor is starting this noble deed from Kurnool and Nellore in Andhra Pradesh and Mangalore in Karnataka. He will soon set up the other oxygen plants across states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and many others. These 18 oxygen plants will cater to almost 5,500 beds. Speaking about the initiative, Sonu said, "In the l
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Katrina Kaif all set to kick-start shoot for 'Tiger 3' post lockdown

Bollywood star Katrina Kaif, who will be starring in the highly anticipated third installment of the blockbuster 'Tiger' franchise alongside Salman Khan, will soon be commencing shoot for the project. With the orders of the unlock issued by the Maharashtra government, the Film and TV industry has been allowed to commence shooting with the time limit of 5 pm in a bio bubble. Certain restricted areas are expected to slowly open up and that is when the '' actor will be joining the team of 'Tiger 3'. According to sources, Katrina is looking forward to commencing the shoot of the movie, as 'Tiger 3
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Jennifer Lopez inks multi-year Netflix deal for her production banner

Hollywood actor and singer Jennifer Lopez recently inked a multi-year, first-look deal with Netflix for her production banner, Nuyorican Productions. According to Variety, Lopez will produce a slate of film and TV content, both scripted and unscripted, that will showcase diverse female actors, writers and filmmakers. Two Netflix features starring Lopez, 'The Mother', directed by Niki Caro, and 'The Cipher', based on the novel of the same name by Isabel Ojeda Maldonado had been previously announced by the streamer.
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BollywoodJun 09, 2021

Kangana Ranaut has no work

Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut took to her Instagram story to say that despite being the highest paid actress in Bollywood, she is unable to pay her taxes on time as she had "no work". She said that she is yet to pay half of the tax money she owes the government. "Even though I come under highest tax slab pay almost 45 percent of my income as tax, even though I am the highest tax paying actress but because of no work haven't paid half of my last year's tax yet, first time in my life I am late in paying tax," Ranaut wrote. "I am late in paying tax but the government is charging me interest on t
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BollywoodJun 08, 2021

Film and TV industry in Mumbai allowed to shoot till 5 pm in bio bubble

With the orders of the unlock issued by the state government of Maharashtra, the Film and TV industry has been allowed to commence shooting with the time limit of 5 pm in a bio bubble, though no outdoor shoot is allowed. The industry has reacted positively to the decision but has also said it will take time for the complete resumption. Speaking to ANI, FWICE Chief BN Tiwari stated, "We went through a tough time due to the rise in covid cases in the city, hence we immediately moved to different states including Gujarat, MP, Bihar, Jharkhand, UP so that the show would continue and due to fewer r
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BollywoodJun 07, 2021

'Haseen Dillruba' teaser is a rollercoaster ride full of love, lust, obsession, deceit

The makers of the upcoming mystery thriller 'Haseen Dillruba', on Monday, dropped the teaser of the Netflix film. Taapsee took to her Instagram handle and shared the intriguing teaser along with the caption, "Pyaar ke teen rang, khoon ke chheeto ke sung. #HaseenDilruba #TheUltimateKaunspiracy." The minute-long teaser points at the film's story, which is a plot exploring the three shades of love -- lust, obsession and deceit. Directed by Vinil Mathew, the flick has been produced by Aanand L Rai's Colour Yellow Productions with Eros International and Himanshu Sharma. 'Hassen Dillruba' is all set
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BollywoodJun 07, 2021

Saira Banu refutes death rumours about Dilip Kumar

Bollywood veteran actor Saira Banu, on Monday, rubbished death rumours doing rounds regarding the demise of legendary actor and her husband Dilip Kumar. Kumar on Sunday was admitted to a suburban Mumbai hospital after having difficulty in breathing. Saira Banu took to Twitter and quashed all the rumours while informing everyone that Dilip Saab's condition is stable. "My husband, my Kohinoor, our Dilip Kumar Sahab's health is stable and doctors have assured me that he should be discharged soon. I urge you not to believe in rumours. While I ask you to pray for Sahab's health, I am praying that t

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BollywoodJul 03, 2026

Justin Bieber in Talks for First-Ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

Excitement is brewing among Justin Bieber fans as reports suggest that the pop icon is in discussions to perform at the upcoming FIFA World Cup Halftime Show. This year marks the event's inaugural Halftime Show, and Bieber is being considered alongside other music legends like Madonna, Shakira, and the K-pop sensation BTS, who were confirmed back in May. The buzz intensified after Bieber was spotted at the World Cup opening ceremony in Inglewood, California, where he reportedly treated VIP guests to an exclusive backstage performance of his hit song "Yukon." Dressed in a stylish pink hoodie
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BollywoodJul 03, 2026

Jasmin Bhasin Shares Positive Health Update After Hospitalization

Television star Jasmin Bhasin has provided an encouraging health update following her diagnosis of terminal ileitis in Dubai. In her latest Instagram Stories, she announced her return home from the hospital in India, stating that she is “recovering smoothly.” She expressed gratitude for the support she received, writing, “Quick update: I’m home from the hospital, resting well, and recovering. No stress, no danger—just taking it easy. Thank you for all the prayers and messages.” Earlier, Jasmin had shared that doctors in Dubai advised her to remain hospitalized, but she opted t
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PollywoodJul 03, 2026

Tarsem Jassar Talks Dastaar and Dreams of Collaborating with Taapsee Pannu

Jasmine Singh Punjabi actor Tarsem Jassar, currently captivating audiences with his compelling role in the film Dastaar, recently visited the Connect Media Network office to discuss the significance of his latest project produced by Whitehill Studios. During the conversation, Tarsem highlighted various aspects of Dastaar, which sheds light on the racism faced by Sikhs worldwide and their unwavering commitment to dignity in the face of adversity. With a blend of seriousness and humor, the discussion took a lighter turn when Tarsem was asked about his dream collaboration with a Bollywood ac
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PollywoodJul 03, 2026

Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab 95 releases on OTT Uncut under a new title Satluj

After years of setbacks and a prolonged struggle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), director Honey Trehan's highly anticipated film, originally titled Punjab 95, has finally debuted. Now streaming exclusively on ZEE5 as Satluj, the film features an impressive cast, including Diljit Dosanjh, Kanwaljeet Singh, Arjun Rampal, Suvinder Vicky, and Geetika Vidya Ohlyan. Inspired by the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, Satluj delves into one of Punjab's most harrowing periods, addressing the disappearances, alleged extrajudicial killings, and unlawful detention
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PollywoodJul 02, 2026

Sargun Mehta Shows Her Comedic Side During Carry On Jatta 4 visit at Connect

Jasmine Singh During her visit to Connect Media Network for the promotions of "Carry On Jatta 4," Sargun Mehta showcased her humorous side by sharing a series of jokes that had everyone laughing. Gippy Grewal, who was also present, expressed his surprise at her comedic talent. When asked about her decision to join a franchise like "Carry On Jatta," Sargun revealed that her inspiration came from watching films like "Jatt & Juliet" and the original "Carry On Jatta." She stated, “Before entering the Punjabi film industry, those were the two films that left a lasting impression on me. S