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BollywoodNov 17, 2021

Vir Das receives backlash over viral 'I come from two Indias' monologue

Comedian Vir Das on Tuesday issued a clarification regarding a recently uploaded video on YouTube, titled 'I come from two Indias' that was a part of his recent performance at the John F Kennedy Center in Washington. The video uploaded by Vir has been doing the rounds on social media that features the comedian talking about 'Two Indias' that he comes from. In the six-minute-long video that the comedian uploaded on his YouTube channel on Monday, he could be heard contrasting the dark sides of India by taking a dig at issues like- its battle against COVID-19, gang rapes, farmers' protest and mor
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BollywoodNov 17, 2021

Shahrukh Khan's manager summoned second time by Mumbai police

Actor Shahrukh Khan's manager Pooja Dadlani has sought more time after she was summoned for the second time by the Mumbai police for questioning in the drugs-on-cruise extortion case, police said. Now, there could be the issuance of a third summon too, the police added. So far 20 people have recorded their statements in the drugs-on-cruise extortion case, as per the police.
BollywoodNov 17, 2021

'Miya Bhai' rapper Ruhaan Arshad quits music

Hyderabadi rapper Ruhaan Arshad, who shot to fame after the release of his rap song 'Miya Bhai' in 2018, recently announced that he quit the music industry, saying it is "haraam" (prohibited) in Islam. On his YouTube channel 'Ruhaan Arshad official', the rapper uploaded a video for his 2.34 million subscribers, in which he announced that he is quitting music after realising it is "haraam" in his religion. Arshad also urged his followers who had entered into the music industry after being inspired by him, to quit rapping. The rapper became an overnight star after he released his rap song 'Miya
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BollywoodNov 16, 2021

Withdraw Kangana Ranaut's Padma Shri, arrest her: Nawab Malik

Maharashtra Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Nawab Malik on Friday demanded that the Centre must withdraw the Padma Shri award from Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut for her controversial remarks on the country's Independence and sought her immediate arrest. "We strongly condemn actress Kangana Ranaut's statement. She insulted freedom fighters. The Centre must take back the Padma Shri from Kangana and arrest her. Looks like Kangana Ranaut took a heavy dose of Malana Cream before making such a statement," said Maharastra Minister.
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BollywoodNov 16, 2021

Actor Sonu Sood says his sister Malvika will enter politics

Actor Sonu Sood announced on Sunday that his sister Malvika Sood will enter politics. His announcement comes ahead of Punjab assembly polls, which are scheduled to take place next year. "My sister Malvika will be entering politics. She is ready and I have seen her service to people," said Sood while addressing a press conference. However, no clarity was offered which political party his sister will join.
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BollywoodNov 16, 2021

Rajkummar Rao's wife Patralekhaa's wedding dupatta had this special message for the groom

Actors Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa tied the knot on Monday in an intimate wedding ceremony and shared stunning photos on social media. While celebrities and fans couldn't stop gushing about the dreamy pictures from the wedding, one thing that caught our attention was a special message hidden in the bride's beautiful dupatta. Reportedly designed by celebrity fashion designers, the beautifully carved veil read out a Bengali mantra that spoke of passionate, true love. It read, "Amar poran bhora bhalobasha ami tomae shomorpon korilam," which translates to "I submit my heart filled love to you."
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BollywoodNov 09, 2021

Madhuri Dixit’s son donates hair to cancer society

Bollywood veteran actor Madhuri Dixit showered praise on her younger son Ryan who recently donated his hair to the Cancer Society on National Cancer Awareness Day. Madhuri took to her Instagram handle and shared a video of Ryan sitting at a salon and getting a harircut for the donation. Sharing the clip, Madhuri wrote an inspirational caption detailing how her son made the decision.
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BollywoodNov 09, 2021

Ekta Kapoor receives prestigious Padma Shri Award

Producer Ekta Kapoor has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award, for excellence in the field of performing arts at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi.Ekta was felicitated for her contribution in the field of television, films and digital content. She was accompanied by her father and veteran star Jeetendra for the prestigious ceremony.The producer was conferred with the award by President Ram Nath Kovind.
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BollywoodNov 09, 2021

Drake, Travis Scott sued over Astroworld concert tragedy

Along with rapper Travis Scott and the organisers of Astroworld Festival, Grammy-winning rapper Drake has also been sued over the incident at Scott's concert on Friday that left eight people dead.The Astroworld Festival reportedly turned deadly when the crowd surged forward after Drake made an appearance on stage.The eight Astroworld concert victims, who ranged in age from 14 to 27, were among the crowd of 50,000 in attendance on Friday when a crush of people stormed the stage at NRG Stadium. About 25 people were also taken to local hospitals.

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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
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PollywoodNov 04, 2025

Surrey’s Pride Karan Aujla Teams Up with Salim Merchant

Jasmine Singh Punjabi music fans, get ready, Karan Aujla is taking things up a notch! The singer, who proudly represents Surrey and has roots in Punjab, recently met Bollywood music composer Salim Merchant in Dubai, sparking excitement about a brand-new music project in the works. Karan Aujla, who’s often called the artist who put Surrey on the map, shared a photo with Salim Merchant on his social media, instantly setting fans abuzz. From Surrey and Calgary to Edmonton, and from the United States of Punjab all the way back to India, every Punjabi who follows Karan Aujla online knows when h
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PollywoodNov 03, 2025

Late singer Rajvir Jawanda’s final film ‘Yamla’ set for release

The family of late Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda has announced plans to release his final film, Yamla. In a post shared on social media, the family said preparations for the release are underway and called the project a tribute to his enduring legacy. In an emotional message, the family wrote that while an artist may leave the world, their art continues to live on. The announcement comes months after fans across Punjab and Canada remembered Jawanda for his contributions to Punjabi music and cinema.Directed by Rakesh Mehta, Yamla was originally shot in 2019 across several locations, i
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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PollywoodOct 23, 2025

Surrey’s Karan Aujla Drops New Track 'Boyfriend'

Jasmine Singh Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla, who proudly hails from Surrey, British Columbia, has just released his latest single “Boyfriend”, featuring the talented Sunanda Sharma. This marks the first time the two Punjabi stars have shared screen space, creating a buzz across the global Punjabi music community. The collaboration is already being hailed as one of the most anticipated projects of the year, as both Aujla and Sharma boast massive fan followings not only in India, but also in Canada, Australia, and the United States. Known for his sharp lyrics and distinct musical sty