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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

Alia Bhatt is the ethereal Sita

The makers of the most awaited film RRR released the first look of Alia Bhatt on the occasion of her birthday. They tweeted, "Strong-willed and resolvent SITA's wait for Ramaraju will be legendary! Presenting @aliaa08 as #Sita to you all :)". Alia also shared the look and simply captioned it as Sita. With a small bindi and a moon-like shaped locket, Alia's adorns a red and green saree in the poster. RRR features the likes of Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt with lead actors Ram Charan and Jr. NTR. Helmed by SS Rajamouli, RRR comes out in theatres on October 13, 2021.
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

Sooryavanshi to release globally in April

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar's much-awaited action thriller, Sooryavanshi, directed by filmmaker Rohit Shetty, is set to open theatrically on April 30 worldwide. The cop-action-drama was originally scheduled for a release on March 24 last year, but was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, which led to theatres shutdown across the country. Akshay Kumar took to Twitter to share the release date announcement video of the film. "We promised you all a cinematic experience and that's what you will get. The wait is finally over! Aa Rahi Hai Police. #Sooryavanshi releasing worldwide in cinemas
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

Siddhant Chaturvedi tests positive for COVID-19

Actor Siddhant Chaturvedi has tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently under home quarantine. The 'Gully Boy' actor took to Instagram to inform his fans that he is following protocols listed by his doctors. "Thank you all for all your concern. Confirming that I have tested positive for COVID-19. I'm feeling fine at this time and self-quarantining at home," Siddhant wrote. "Being positive and tackling this head on," he added. Siddhant will be next seen in filmmaker Shakun Batra's untitled project and the sequel of 'Bunty Aur Babli'.
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

Aamir Khan quits social media

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan announced that he has decided to leave social media, adding that updates about his future projects will be available on his production banner’s official account.Aamir, who turned 56 yesterday, also thanked his well-wishers for their love and warmth on his birthday.“Thank you so much for all the love and warmth on my birthday. My heart is full,” the actor said in a statement shared on his social media pages.“In other news, this is going to be my last post on social media. Considering that I am so active anyway, I have decided to drop the pretence. We will cont
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

Lilly Singh wears 'I stand with farmers' mask at Grammys red carpet

Indo-Canadian YouTube star and late-night talk show host Lilly Singh sported a "I stand with farmers" mask at the red carpet of 2021 Grammy Awards to reiterate her support to the ongoing farmers agitation in India. The 32-year-old social media personality took to Twitter and posted a picture of herself from the 63rd edition of the Grammy Awards.Lilly that since there's intense media spotlight on the red carpet, this was the perfect opportunity to show her solidarity with farmers. "I know red carpet/award show pictures always get the most coverage, so here you go media. Feel free to run with it
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

'Mank' leads Oscar nominations with 10 nods

Netflix's 1930s Hollywood drama 'Mank' led Oscar nominations on Monday with 10 nods, including best picture.Other best picture nods went to dementia drama 'The Father, 'Judas and the Black Messiah,' Korean-language drama 'Minari, 'Nomadland', #MeToo revenge tale 'Promising Young Woman' 'Sound of Metal,' and 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'. The Oscars, the highest honors in the movie industry, will be handed out at a ceremony on April 25.Director Chloe Zhao, who was born in China, nabbed one of the five best director nods for 'Nomadland,' the Searchlight Pictures release about modern van dwellers
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah ties knot with Sanjana Ganesan

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah tied the knot with sports presenter and anchor Sanjana Ganesan on Monday.Bumrah shared adorable pictures from the wedding ceremony and the cricketer termed the date (March 15) as one the happiest days of their lives.“’Love, if it finds you worthy, directs your course.’ Steered by love, we have begun a new journey together. Today is one of the happiest days of our lives and we feel blessed to be able to share the news of our wedding and our joy with you. Jasprit & Sanjana,” Bumrah captioned the post on Instagram.His Indian Premier League (IPL) fra
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BollywoodMar 15, 2021

FIR against actor Gauhar Khan

Mumbai’s civic body, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), has filed a first information report (FIR) against Bollywood actor Gauhar Khan for violating Covid-19 protocols after testing positive. “No compromise on city’s safety!” the BMC tweeted along with a copy of the FIR, adding, “BMC has filed an FIR against a Bollywood actor for non-compliance to Covid-19 guidelines on testing positive. The rules apply to all alike and we urge citizens to follow all guidelines and help the city beat the virus.”As per the police, Gauhar was charged under Indian Penal Code Sections 188 (d
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PollywoodMar 14, 2021

Jassie Gill is back with a peppy track

Punjabi singer and actor Jassie Gill is back with another peppy dance track Oye Hoye Hoye. This time he is joined by Dhanashree Verma, Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal’s wife, who is a popular dance influencer. Oye Hoye Hoye is penned by Happy Raikoti and composed by Avvysra. The song is directed by Arvindr Khaira, and the music video is already created quite a buzz.

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PollywoodJul 04, 2025

Punjabi actress Tania’s father shot in Moga, condition remains grave

A tragic incident unfolded in Punjab as Anil Jit Singh Kamboj, the father of renowned Punjabi actress Tania, was critically injured after being shot at his clinic in Kot Ise Khan, a town in the Moga district. The attack occurred on Friday afternoon when two unidentified men arrived at the Harbans Nursing Home, where Dr. Kamboj was attending to patients. It is being said that the assailants came on a motorcycle and entered the clinic pretending to be patients. After briefly interacting with Dr. Kamboj, they suddenly opened fire at close range. He was struck by two bullets and was immediately
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BollywoodJul 04, 2025

Anshula Kapoor Gets Engaged to Longtime Boyfriend Rohan Thakkar

Anshula Kapoor, daughter of producer Boney Kapoor and the late Mona Shourie Kapoor, has announced her engagement to longtime boyfriend Rohan Thakkar. Taking to Instagram, Anshula shared a series of heartfelt photos capturing the special moment when Rohan proposed to her in New York’s Central Park. The couple, who made their relationship public in 2023, began dating after connecting on a dating app, and the proposal came as a full-circle moment that reflected the beginning of their love story. In a deeply personal caption, Anshula shared how their journey began with a late-night conversation
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PollywoodJul 03, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh shuts down exit rumours with Border 2 BTS drop

After days of speculation and controversy, Diljit Dosanjh has silenced the buzz around his alleged removal from Border 2 by dropping a behind-the-scenes clip straight from the film’s set. The video, posted to his Instagram, shows the singer-actor suited up and in high spirits, filming a vibrant sequence as a large dance troupe grooves in the background. The iconic song Ke Ghar Kab Aoge, the emotional anthem from the original Border film, plays over the scene—cementing Diljit’s presence in the highly anticipated sequel. The buzz around Diljit’s supposed exit caught fire following the
BollywoodJul 03, 2025

Instagram account of many Pakistani artists is restored

After months of being blocked, Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane’s Instagram account is once again accessible to users in India. Her return to visibility comes in the aftermath of a digital blackout that followed a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, in April 2025, which claimed the lives of at least 26 civilians, most of whom were Hindu tourists. In the wake of the attack, which was claimed by a Pakistan-based extremist group, Indian authorities imposed sweeping restrictions on Pakistani content and personalities, including social media bans on several high-profile celebrities from acro
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PollywoodJul 02, 2025

‘Sardaar Ji 3’ receives overwhelming reception in Pakistan

Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, has been embraced warmly by audiences in Pakistan, despite the film being pulled from release in India. The casting of a Pakistani actor alongside an Indian star stirred significant controversy across India, especially in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the recently launched Operation Sindoor. These developments reignited the unofficial ban on Pakistani artists in Indian cinema. According to initial reports, the film opened to sold-out shows across Pakistan and raked in an impressive $500,