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BollywoodNov 05, 2025

Humans in A Loop– A Gentle, Powerful Reflection on Technology and Labour

Jasmine Singh I recently watched Humans In A Loop on Netflix after a close friend from Mumbai highly recommended it — and I’m so glad I did. Directed by Aranya Sahay, the film tells a deeply moving story about Adivasi women in rural India who work as data labelers for AI systems.Aranya brings to life a modern-day reality that is both meditative and unsettling, showing how international tech companies rely on Indigenous labour in places like Jharkhand, while often silencing the very voices that make their systems possible.The film is beautifully crafted and supported by strong performances
BollywoodOct 28, 2025

Title: Whispers of Darkness: The Haunting Tale of 'Monster of Florence

Jasmine Singh Weather has pretty much changed in Canada; well, let's just say not for good. Darkness seeps in fast, and sometimes this darkness gets to your mind, leaving you unsure of what to do. Here, I was staged by this darkness, and then in dark crevices, I found a limited web series about the first serial killer of Italy. Thus, director Stefano Sollima’s four-part examination of Italy’s notorious “Mostro di Firenze” murders, which left a trail of 16 dead bodies between 1968 and 1985, can only hint strongly at the identity of the perpetrator. The individual in question vanishe
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BollywoodOct 15, 2025

Pankaj Dheer, Karna of iconic 'Mahabharat' serial, dies at 68

Television star Pankaj Dheer, known for playing Karna in B R Chopra's “Mahabharat” and king Shivdutt in fantasy drama “Chandrakanta”, has died at the age of 68 following a battle with cancer. “He passed away due to cancer this morning. He had been in and out of hospital in the past months,” producer and friend Ashoke Pandit told Dheer, who hailed from Punjab, started out as an actor in the 1980s, featuring in minor roles in many movies. His big break came in 1988 when he was cast as Karna in the small screen adaptation of Hindu epic “Mahabharata”. After that, his popularity pe
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BollywoodOct 08, 2025

Inside the Mind of a Monster: Watching Ed Gein Was a Study I Didn’t Expect to Survive

Series Review Jasmine Singh After Dahmer and The Menendez Brothers, I wasn’t sure if I had it in me to watch another monster unfold on screen. Netflix had been pushing Monster: The Ed Gein Story into my recommendations every time I logged in—like it knew I was circling the edge of clicking. And as a student of social anthropology, especially interested in the grey zone where psychology meets society, I wondered: What could I possibly learn from watching another broken man commit unthinkable acts? Eventually, curiosity won. Or maybe it was academic guilt. Either way, I pressed play—and
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BollywoodSep 19, 2025

Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif Set to Welcome First Child, Shattering Age Myths Around Motherhood

Jasmine Singh In a delightful turn of events, Bollywood couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif are rumored to be expecting their first child, with whispers suggesting that the baby could arrive as early as October or November. While neither star has made an official announcement, the excitement surrounding their impending parenthood has sparked conversations about age and motherhood, especially in the context of Katrina’s age at 42. Katrina’s journey is becoming an inspiring narrative for many women, challenging the long-held belief that women should have children before a certain age
BollywoodSep 15, 2025

Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

Jasmine Singh Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different. The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

Jasmine Singh In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab. Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief. Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o
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BollywoodAug 25, 2025

Supreme Court Calls Out Comedians Over Insensitive Jokes About Disabilities

In a decisive hearing the Supreme Court took a firm stance against derogatory humor directed at individuals with disabilities, specifically targeting comedians Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia. The court condemned their insensitive remarks and mandated that they issue public apologies. The judges instructed that a video apology be shared on their social media platforms, emphasizing that jokes at the expense of disabled people are entirely unacceptable. The court also recalled a previous incident involving Samay Raina, who had made a disrespectful comment about his parents’ personal lives

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PollywoodMay 19, 2026

Punjabi singer Inder Kaur found dead

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Punjabi singer and makeup artist Inder Kaur, known affectionately as Yashinder Kaur, was found dead in the Neelon Canal in Ludhiana, Punjab. The 29-year-old artist, whose vibrant melodies had captured the hearts of many, had been reported missing since May 13. Inder Kaur, who had collaborated with numerous popular artists, was on the rise in the Punjabi music scene, celebrated for her talent and charisma. However, her promising future was cut tragically short. Her family reported her missing after alleging that she was abducted at gunpoint by a man named S
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BollywoodMay 19, 2026

Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi Team Up for Fun-Filled Show "Double Date"

Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi are set to make their hosting debut together in the upcoming non-fiction series "Double Date." The recently released trailer hints at a light-hearted atmosphere filled with celebrity interactions, engaging games, and playful challenges that reveal a personal side of their guests. Viewers can expect Neha and Angad to dive into activities like bowling, pizza-making, and go-karting, all while sharing humorous and spontaneous moments. The show aims to create a relaxed space for celebrities to connect with each other. "Double Date" premieres on Thursday, May 14, on Ne
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BollywoodMay 15, 2026

Virat Kohli's Instagram Controversy Deepens

Virat Kohli's ongoing Instagram controversy has taken a startling twist as German influencer and singer LizLaz alleged that journalists approached her with monetary offers to publicly malign the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star and fabricate accusations against him. In a recent interview, snippets of which have circulated widely on social media, LizLaz revealed that she declined to engage in any schemes aimed at tarnishing Kohli's image for either publicity or financial incentives. “Some journalists even offered me money to say negative things about him and make claims about actions he nev
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PollywoodMay 15, 2026

Diljit Dosanjh Becomes a U.S. Citizen, Travels on American Passport

Popular Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh obtained U.S. citizenship in 2022 and has since been using a U.S. passport for his travels, according to a recent report. The article noted that Dosanjh is no longer an Indian citizen and has been visiting India on an e-visa since September 1, 2022. Sources indicated that this also suggests he does not possess an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. Renowned for his strong Punjabi roots and his iconic phrase “Main Hoon Punjab,” Dosanjh’s last Indian passport was issued in Mumbai in 2018, while a previous one was issued in Zambia. Add
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BollywoodMay 14, 2026

Short Punjabi Film in Cannes

Jasmine Singh Mehar Malhotra, an 18-year-old student from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), originally from Ludhiana is making waves on the international film scene with her poignant short film, "Parchaave Massiah Raatan De" (Shadows of the Moonless Nights). Selected for the prestigious La Cinef section at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, this 24-minute Punjabi film delves deep into the lives of factory workers in Mumbai, exploring the heavy themes of insomnia and mental health. Drawing from her own experiences with insomnia and the pressures of rigorous work schedules,