Jasmine Singh As the controversy surrounding Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia continues to generate buzz, it compels us to reflect on the evolving landscape of comedy, particularly in Punjabi cinema, affectionately dubbed "Pollywood." The legendary Mehar Mittal, known for his unique brand of humor steeped in double entendre, set the stage for a comedic tradition that has persisted over the years. His cricketer-themed jokes often danced on the line of propriety, yet they were delivered with a charm that resonated with audiences. Fast forward to today, and Punjabi films have become a tr

Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife Dhanashree Verma have officially concluded their four-year marriage, having completed the legal divorce proceedings with mutual consent. Reports indicate that the couple finalized their separation at the Bandra Family Court on Thursday. They have openly discussed the reasons for their split, noting that while their initial years together were harmonious, the relationship gradually lost its spark. Increasing disagreements and a lack of understanding created a rift between them, ultimately leading to their decision to part ways after living apa

Bollywood actress-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut has unveiled the release date for her upcoming film Emergency on OTT. Both directed by and starring Kangana Ranaut, this historical drama delves into the tumultuous life of Indira Gandhi, focusing on her decisions during the repressive years of the Indian Emergency (1975-1977). Kangana Ranaut shared exciting news on Instagram Stories, announcing that the film will begin streaming on Netflix starting March 17. Written by Ritesh Shah, Emergency had its theatrical release on January 17, 2025, after several delays and controversies. In the fil

Bollywood actress Rakhi Sawant has been summoned by the Maharashtra cyber cell to provide a statement regarding a case involving controversial remarks made by YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia on the India's Got Latent show. Although Rakhi Sawant was not part of the panel in the episode featuring Ranveer Allahbadia, she had previously appeared as a guest on one of the show’s episodes, which was created by comedian Samay Raina. Both Ashish Chanchlani and Ranveer Allahbadia have also been called to record their statements on February 24. Meanwhile, comedian Samay Raina has been denied an extensi

Bollywood director Farah Khan is facing backlash over a controversial comment she made on the show Celebrity MasterChef. During the episode, she remarked, "Saare chhapri logon ka favourite festival Holi hota hai," which has caused an uproar among netizens. Social media users were quick to react, with one writing, “Do you ever talk about any of your festivals? Disgusting.” Another user added, “What the heck does she mean... Aur chhapri... ha ha ha, look who’s talking.” Many others voiced their disappointment, accusing Farah of making an insensitive comment and hurting the sentimen

Popular Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane enjoys a cult fan following in India for her role as Sararswati, aka Saru, in the 2016 film Sanam Teri Kasam. She was featured opposite Harshvardhan Rane, and even though this film was a box office failure back then, it turned the tables and garnered exceptional recognition over time. Recently, in an exclusive interview with Connect Cine, Mawra Hocane talked about the success of Sanam Teri Kasam’s re-release and also shared her feelings. The actress described how shattered she felt when the film did not work, and she even believed that the actor in her

Who isn’t aware of the immense fan following of Sanam Teri Kasam (2016)? Directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, the film featured Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane in the lead roles and remains one of Bollywood’s most cherished romantic dramas. Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane is currently making headlines as she recently tied the knot with actor Ameer Gilani. On this special occasion, her Sanam Teri Kasam co-star, Harshvardhan Rane, shared his heartfelt wishes while also reflecting on losing touch with his colleagues. In an exclusive interview with Faridoon Shahryar on Connect Cine, Har

Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey, who recently announced a break from acting, has shared beautiful pictures with his fans on his son Vardaan's first birthday. In these pictures, Vardaan's face is visible for the first time. The couple is celebrating their son's milestone, and on this special occasion, they shared heartfelt family photos. Vikrant's son, Vardaan, was born in February of the previous year. On Monday, the actor posted a picture of his wife, Sheetal Thakur, and their son, showering love on his little one and wishing him a happy birthday. With Vardaan turning one, this marks the firs

Punjab's Ludhiana court has issued arrest warrant against actor Sonu Sood in connection with alleged fraud case. The case was filed by a Ludhiana base lawyer Rajesh Khanna in alleged fraud pertaining to Rs 10 lakh. The court summoned Sonu Sood to testify in the case, but the actor skipped the summons prompting court to issue arrest warrant. "You are hereby directed to return this warrant on or before 10-02-2025 with an endorsement certifying the day on and the manner in which it has been executed, or the reason why it has not been executed," the order further read.The next hearing of the cas