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BollywoodMay 03, 2021

Priyanka Chopra Jonas raises Rs. 4.9 crores through Give India

International celebrity Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been actively supporting ‘Give India’ to ensure that the citizens of India are provided with the basic medical facilities. Taking to her Instagram, Priyanka Chopra Jonas has shared a heartbreaking video of the citizens. She wrote, “The battle to stop the ravaging effects of Covid-19 in India still continues unabated. Your contributions to @give_india will make a huge, tangible difference! Your contributions will save lives ???????? #TogetherForIndia @give_india Click the link in bio to donate.” The video contains visuals of Indian strug
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BollywoodMay 03, 2021

Farhan Akhtar starrer Toofaan postponed amid Covid-19 crisis

Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar starrer Toofaan was all set to release on May 21 on Amazon Prime Video. However, now with India facing the worst of the pandemic, Excel Entertainment has decided to postpone the release of the film. Farhan Akhtar took to his social media handle to share the news. "The situation in India is truly heart-breaking, and we at Excel Entertainment and ROMP Pictures send our thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by the pandemic. In light of the severity of the situation, our focus is completely on the pandemic and on supporting our employees, their families and in he
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PollywoodMay 02, 2021

Geeta Behl dies of corona

Yesteryear actress Geeta Behl succumbed to Covid in Mumbai on May 1, 2021. She was admitted to a hospital after her condition deteriorated. The actress was on ventilator support for some days but her condition soon worsened. Geeta Behl made her acting debut with the blockbuster film Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki. She was seen opposite Rishi Kapoor in Do Premee and Maine Jeena Seekh Liya. Geeta entered Punjabi cinema with film Yaar Gariban Da opposite Yograj Singh but the film was a delayed-release. The film also starred Daljit Kaul and Satish Kaul in lead roles. Later she was seen in yet another
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BollywoodMay 02, 2021

Anushka, Virat Kohli to help people as Covid rages

Bollywood star Anushka Sharma, who recently turned 33, on Sunday hinted that she and her husband Virat Kohli will soon start a movement with their new initiative, the details of which she will divulge soon. The 'Sui Dhaaga' actor took to Instagram and shared a video in which she thanked her fans for all the lovely birthday messages she received. However, since the country is reeling under the exponential rise in Coronavirus cases, Anushka said that she did not feel like celebrating her birthday. Anushka further urged her fans to come together to unite and support the country in this hour of cr
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BollywoodMay 02, 2021

With hilarious throwback picture, Kartik Aaryan urges people to wear masks

Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, who was tested positive for the novel coronavirus in March, on Monday shared a hilarious picture, sending out the message for everyone to wear a mask and follow Covid-19 protocols. The actor took to his Instagram handle and shared a throwback picture insisting on the importance of wearing a face mask. In the caption, he wrote, "Corona sliding into UnMasked Faces like..." In the picture, Kartik could be seen posing right in front of a dinosaur sculpture while putting his head inside the dinosaur's mouth. The actor has been urging fans to follow COVID-19 protocols
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BollywoodMay 02, 2021

Piper Perabo donates to Priyanka Chopra's COVID-19 fundraiser

Hollywood celebrity Piper Perabo donated to Priyanka Chopra's fundraiser for helping India fight COVID-19 while she also appealed to fans to support the relief measures. The 44-year-old American star took to her Twitter handle and shared heart-rending burial site pictures from the capital of India. With the pictures, Piper highlighted the statements from the news article she shared. "It's like one of those movies in which the world has been attacked, and there are bodies everywhere," she said, as she looked at the rows and rows and rows and rows of pyres in various stages of completion. @Amann
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PollywoodMay 02, 2021

Gippy Grewal arrested in Patiala over shoot without permission

The police booked Punjabi singer-actor Gippy Grewal and his crew for violating the District Magistrate’s weekend lockdown orders by shooting for his upcoming movie ‘without permission’ at a Banur village in Patiala district.The police said Gippy Grewal and his crew were arrested from Karala village in Banur where the shooting was on at a house located in the fields. However, the singer and his team were later released on bail.A police team led by Banur police station SHO Balwinder Singh raided the site after receiving information about a film shoot without prior permission. “The crew
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BollywoodMay 01, 2021

Nick Jonas to host Billboard Music Awards 2021

Singer-songwriter-actor Nick Jonas is taking up a hosting gig. He is set to host the 2021 Billboard Music Awards on May 23. For the past three years, Kelly Clarkson hosted the award show. Both the singers are coaches on The Voice. The nominations of 2021 BBMAs were announced on April 29. The Weeknd is leading with 16 nominations this year for his 'After Hours' record and the chart-topping song 'Blinding Lights'. He is followed by DaBaby coming in with nine nominations. Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, BTS are nominated in 4 categories, each followed by Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande bagging three nominati
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BollywoodMay 01, 2021

Kangana Ranaut to make digital debut as producer

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut is all set to make her digital debut as a producer with the upcoming film Tiku Weds Sheru, a love story and a satire. Kangana dives into webspace with her production house Manikarnika Films and launched its logo on Saturday, May 1. With Tiku Weds Sheru, Manikarnika Films is venturing into digital space. It's a love story and a satire with dark humour. In digital space, we will do more edgy, new-age and niche content," she said. "We will also launch new talents and take risks with new concepts. We feel the digital audience is slightly more evolved than the regul

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Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor’s blockbuster film Animal is preparing to expand its international reach with a release in Japan. After achieving major success in India and overseas in 2023, the action-packed drama will hit Japanese cinemas on February 13, 2026. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Animal broke several box office records during its initial run. According to sources, the film earned over ₹915 crore worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian releases of recent years. Japanese audiences will now have the opportunity to experience the film on the big screen. The producti
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PollywoodDec 24, 2025

Complaint filed against rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh over song ‘Naagin’

Popular Bollywood singer and rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh has landed in controversy over his song titled ‘Naagin’, nearly two years after its release. The track, which has crossed more than 14 million views online, has resurfaced following a complaint by a Bharatiya Janata Party leader from Jalandhar. The complainant has written to Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, seeking registration of a First Information Report against the artist. He has also demanded the immediate removal of the song from all digital platforms. In his complaint, the BJP leader said he came across the song on
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PollywoodDec 23, 2025

Punjabi singer Amar Noori receives threat call, police launch investigation

Punjabi singer and actor Amar Noori has reported receiving a threatening phone call, prompting police to register a case and begin an investigation. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of artists and the growing issue of anonymous threats. According to the complaint filed with police, the caller identified himself as Inspector Gurmeet Singh and issued a warning to Amar Noori. The caller allegedly told her that her son, who is involved in music and singing, should immediately stop his work or face serious consequences. Disturbed by the threat, Amar Noori contacted the police witho
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PollywoodDec 22, 2025

Singh vs Kaur 2 Set to Hit Theaters: Release Date Announced!

Jasmine Singh Excitement is building in the Punjabi film industry as the highly anticipated movie "Singh vs Kaur 2," directed by Navaniat Singh, is set to release on April 24, 2026. Starring the dynamic duo of Gippy Grewal and Shehnaaz Gill, this film promises to deliver a blend of comedy, action, and entertainment. During the shoot, which took place in various locations, including Surrey, Connect Cine had the opportunity to meet and interview Shehnaaz Gill and Raghveer Boli, providing fans with exclusive insights into the film. Following the success of "Ikk Kudi," this marks Shehnaaz's
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PollywoodDec 22, 2025

Veteran Punjabi Music Guru Ustad Puran Shah Koti Passes Away at 72

Ustad Puran Shah Koti, a revered figure in Punjabi classical and folk music, passed away today at the age of 72 following a brief illness. He was the father of well-known singer Master Saleem and served as the music mentor for former state singer Hans Raj Hans. Koti’s passing has prompted widespread grief across the Punjabi music community. Numerous artists and colleagues have extended their condolences to the family, highlighting his enduring influence on the region’s musical landscape. Throughout his career, Ustad Puran Shah Koti trained and guided a generation of Punjabi singers, includ