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BollywoodMay 17, 2021

Mexico's Andrea Meza named Miss Universe 2020, Miss India Adline Castelino finishes fourth

Andrea Meza of Mexico has been crowned Miss Universe for the year 2020, besting contestants from 74 other countries, including Miss India Adline Castelino, who came in fourth at the beauty pageant. According to the official Miss Universe website, the 26-year-old Meza was crowned by her predecessor Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa, who won the pageant in 2019. While Brazil's Julia Gama, 28, emerged the runner-up, Janick Maceta (27) from Peru finished third. Castelino, 22, was congratulated by Miss Diva Universe India via its official Twitter page. "India places 3rd Runner Up at @MissUniverse! O
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BollywoodMay 17, 2021

Vidya Balan starrer Sherni to premiere on Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video announced that the Hindi movie Sherni starring Vidya Balan will globally premiere on the streaming service as a direct-to-stream Amazon Original movie in June. Directed by Amit Masurkar and produced by T-Series & Abundantia Entertainment, the movie boasts of a powerful ensemble cast comprising Sharad Saxena, Mukul Chaddha, Vijay Raaz, Ila Arun, Brijendra Kala, and Neeraj Kabi. In the film, Vidya Balan plays the role of an upright Forest Officer who strives for balance in a world of man-animal conflict while she also seeks her true calling in a hostile environment.
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BollywoodMay 16, 2021

The project 'The Me You Can't See' gave great satisfaction: Prince Harry

The Duke of Sussex Prince Harry is looking forward to the release of a project he is passionate about titled 'The Me You Can't See' on Apple TV plus later this month. He has a lot of good things in the pipeline: An addition to the family, his second daughter with Meghan Markle is expected in summer, and his Apple TV plus series 'The Me You Can't See' will release on May 21. Talking about the upcoming series, Harry has produced with Oprah Winfrey to address issues on mental health while opening up about their own mental health journeys and struggles, a source revealed to US Weekly that the docu
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BollywoodMay 16, 2021

Amitabh Bachchan receives second dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who had received the first jab of COVID-19 vaccination last month, on Sunday took the second dose of the vaccine. Big B took to his Instagram handle and shared a picture from the vaccination centre, where he could be seen getting the jab for the second time. He captioned the post as, "Doosra bhi ho gaya. Covid wala, Cricket wala nahi. sorry sorry that was really bad one." In the photo, Bachchan could be seen wearing a green T-Shirt and black track pants paired along with a black mask and a bandana on his head. The second wave of coronavirus has infected man
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BollywoodMay 16, 2021

Jill Biden's custom made bag features hand-painted portraits of her dogs

First Lady Jill Biden recently stepped off 'Air Force One' toting a one-of-a-kind accessory: a custom Valentino Rockstud purse featuring hand-painted portraits of the Bidens' German Shepherds, Major and Champ. According to Page Six, the 69-year-old First Lady reportedly carried the personalised purse en route to a vaccination centre in Charleston, West Virginia, on Thursday. She paired it with a light pink blazer and pearls. Jill also toted it during a trip to Colorado Springs earlier this month. The design is a fitting tribute to man's best friend, as it also includes Biden's first initial, '
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BollywoodMay 16, 2021

Bella Hadid joins pro-Palestine march in NYC amid Israel-Gaza conflict

American supermodel Bella Hadid, who was recently accused of sharing anti-semitic rhetoric over the Israeli-Palestinian clashes, joined the pro-Palestinian protest march on the streets of New York. Supermodel sisters Bella Hadid and Gigi Hadid have been exceptionally vocal about their opinions on the continuous struggle among Israel and Palestine and have been amplifying the voices of people to extend international level support for their ancestral country amid the ongoing war. Taking to her Instagram, Bella informed her fans that along with thousands of people, she, on Saturday (local time) h
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BollywoodMay 16, 2021

Shilpa Shetty shares sneak peek into her love life with Raj Kundra amid COVID-19

Actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra and Raj Kundra are undoubtedly one of the most adorable couples in the Bollywood industry. Sharing an update of his husband's health, who tested positive for COVID-19 recently, Shilpa on Sunday shared a glimpse of her 'love in the times of corona' with her husband. Giving major couple goals, the duo keeps on sharing adorable glimpses in the form of videos and pictures and seems like even COVID-19 cannot restrain them from romancing each other. Shilpa took to her Instagram handle and shared a picture that features Raj and her gazing at each other, but both are separat
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BollywoodMay 15, 2021

Priyanka Chopra helps raise $1mn for Covid relief

International celebrity Priyanka Chopra Jonas has shared that over 14,000 contributors have helped raise $1 million to help India amid the second wave of Covid-19. Priyanka shared a video on Instagram late on Wednesday night according to India time, featuring a world map and the countries from where donations have poured in. “Through some of the darkest days in our history, humanity has once again proven that we are better together. @nickjonas and I are so humbled by your support and by the outpouring of help for India from so many parts of the world,” she wrote alongside the video. Priyan
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BollywoodMay 15, 2021

Jennifer Lopez speculated to own Ben Affleck's '6.10-carat diamond' engagement ring

Despite ending her engagement with Ben Affleck over a decade ago, American star Jennifer Lopez might still own the lavish engagement ring with which Ben proposed her. As Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck continue to reignite reconciliation rumours, a source close to JLO told Fox News that the star is speculated to still own the pink sparkler ring with which Ben proposed her. The couple was engaged from 2002-2004 after they fall in love with each other while filming their rom-com drama 'Gigli'. According to Fox News, a source told that, while selecting the ring for her lady, Ben initially popped 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
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BollywoodJun 10, 2026

Kangana Ranaut Reacts to ‘Peddi’ Controversy

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Peddi and its portrayal of women, actress-politician Kangana Ranaut has shared her views on the debate. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, has faced criticism for the depiction of Janhvi Kapoor’s character Achiyamma, with viewers calling out repeated close-up shots, suggestive camera angles, and certain dialogues delivered by Ram Charan’s character. Following the backlash, Buchi Babu Sana apologised to audiences and announced changes to the disputed scenes. He clarified that objectifying women was never his intention and that he did not want v
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PollywoodJun 09, 2026

Gurpreet Ghuggi Discusses New Film "Chaali Din" and Son Sukhan's Rising Career

Jasmine SinghIn a recent visit to the Connect Media Network studio in Surrey, Punjabi actor Gurpreet Ghuggi opened up about his upcoming film "Chaali Din," inspired by a popular Punjabi book. During the discussion, he emphasized the film's significance and the necessity of social media in promoting such projects.Gurpreet also shared insights about his son Sukhan Waraich, who plays a pivotal role in the film. He noted with pride that Sukhan has never relied on his father's fame, stating that he has chosen to carve his own path in the industry. Currently, Sukhan is assisting director Anurag Sing
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PollywoodJun 05, 2026

Ammy Virk Reveals Major Bollywood Break During Surrey Visit

Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk recently visited Connect Media Network’s studio in Surrey, where he spoke candidly about the growing success of his latest Punjabi film Chardikala and shared exciting updates about his future projects. During the conversation, Ammy expressed his happiness over the overwhelming response the film has been receiving from audiences overseas, particularly in Canada. He described Chardikala as the kind of cinema that has the potential to bring fresh direction to the Punjabi film industry and inspire filmmakers to explore new storytelling approaches. The actor a