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BollywoodJun 05, 2021

Actor Pearl Puri arrested for 'raping' minor girl

Television actor Pearl Puri has been arrested for allegedly raping a minor girl in 2019, the police said. Pearl Puri is known for his roles in TV shows Naagin 3, Bepanah Pyaar and Brahmarakshas 2. "The alleged sexual assault and molestation with a five-year-old girl had taken place in 2019," said Deputy Commissioner Sanjay Patil of MBVV police. On the complaint of the girl's father, a FIR was registered under IPC section 376 AB (rape of woman below 12 years of age) and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act at Waliv police station in Vasai. The actor was arrested and produced before a
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PollywoodJun 03, 2021

Babbu Mann does not believe in ‘Rat Race’

Punjabi singer Babbu Maan recently dropped a music video of his song ‘Rat Race’, which actually got released a long time back. The video of this song went viral within no time. Babbu Mann has penned the lyrics of this song and composed it too. The video is directed by Harry Jordan. However, Babbu Mann has thanked a lot of people in the YouTube credit section, starting Dharminder, Mavi, Jassi, Tirana, Inder Kang, Satti and Rav Farms.The video and song is being looekd at as 'an answer' to the ongoing tussle between two popular Punjabi singers- Sidhu Moosewala and Karan Aujla.
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BollywoodJun 03, 2021

YouTuber Jeetu Jaan arrested over alleged murder of wife

YouTube artist Jitendra, popularly known as Jeetu Jaan, was arrested by the Bhandup police in connection with his wife Komal Agarwal’s death. The victim was found hanging from a ceiling fan. The police had initially registered a case of accidental death, but following the complaint by Agarwal’s mother and sister, a case of abetment to suicide, culpable homicide not amounting to murder and assault along with intimidation against filed her husband Jitendra under sections 304 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), 323 (punishment for voluntarily causing hurt), 306 (abetment of suicide)
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BollywoodJun 03, 2021

Case against actors Tiger Shroff, Disha Patani for violating Covid-19 norms

A case has been filed against actors Tiger Shroff, Disha Patani and others on Wednesday for allegedly violating the pandemic norms, the Mumbai police said. According to the police, the actors were found roaming at Bandstand Promenade and could not give a valid reason to the police for being out of their homes after 2 pm. "The case was registered under section 188 (Disobeying the order of public servant) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). No arrest was made because it is a bailable section," the police added. According to an order issued by the Maharashtra government, all essential shops are allow
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BollywoodJun 03, 2021

Lady Gaga postpones Chromatica Ball tour until summer 2022

Singer-actor Lady Gaga's Chromatica Ball tour got pushed back again on Wednesday. It is now scheduled to take place in 2022. As per Variety, Gaga announced the postponement of the tour in a statement emailed to ticket holders. "While some parts of the world are moving quickly to open up, others are not yet ready. So until we can confirm all global dates, we have to postpone The Chromatica Ball shows to the summer of 2022," Gaga said. The dates had been moved from 2020 to 2021, and now presumably 2022. Ticketmaster lists the dates as "postponed" with no rescheduled dates.
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BollywoodJun 03, 2021

Taapsee Pannu starrer 'Haseen Dillruba' to release on Netflix

Bollywood actor Taapsee Pannu starrer murder mystery, Haseen Dillruba is set to be released on Netflix on July 2.Directed by Vinil Mathew of, Haseen Dillruba revolves around a woman who finds herself entangled in the murder of her own husband.Taapsee took to Twitter to share the announcement teaser of the film. The film also stars Vikrant Massey and Harshvardhan Rane. She wrote- "Kahani Aashiqana. Raaz Katilana. #HaseenDillruba coming soon. Only on Netflix. #TheUltimateKaunspiracy." Haseen Dillruba was earlier scheduled to have a theatrical release last September, but was pushed indefinitely d
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BollywoodJun 02, 2021

​Pak govt takes possession of ancestral homes of Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar in Peshawar

The ancestral homes of Bollywood legends Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar were taken under the possession of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Directorate of Archaeology and Museums on Tuesday. Deputy Commissioner of Peshawar issued a notification of the transfer of the ownership of both properties located in the old city to the Archaeology Department, reported Dawn. The provincial government had announced in September last year that it would acquire both properties and turn them into museums after restoration. Director (Archaeology) Dr Abdul Samad told Dawn that the Directorate took possession of both properties
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BollywoodJun 02, 2021

Chulbul Pandey gets an animated avatar

Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s iconic character Chulbul Pandey is making an exciting return in a brand-new avatar with Dabangg—The Animated Series on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. An adaptation and reimagination of the blockbuster Bollywood franchise, the action-comedy series chronicles the day-to-day life of police officer Chulbul Pandey, who stands in the face of evil to keep the city safe. He is joined by his younger brother Makkhi, who, new to the police force, attempts to emulate his older brother in every sticky situation. It is a rib-tickling entertainer that can be enjoyed by kids and all fa
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BollywoodJun 02, 2021

Singer Shaan, Sadhana Sargam along with 35 performers join hands for covid relief fund

Bollywood singer Shaan, Sadhana Sargam, Padam Shri Malini Awasthi, Raj Pandit along with 35 Bollywood performers will host a virtual, live music festival on June 5, with Indian artists to support Covid-19 relief efforts. The artists will perform at a concert called 'Ek Sath: India Will Rise Again', to raise funds for Covid affected orphans, widows, people with disabilities, the indigenous population, refugees, migrants, minorities and artists among others. Veteran actor Anupam Kher along with his Anupam Kher Foundation, noted director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri and actor, philanthropist Pallavi Jo

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PollywoodJun 18, 2026

Gippy Grewal and Sargun Mehta Bring Laughter to Connedia Media Network Studio

Jasmine Singh In a recent visit to the Connedia Media Network studio in Surrey, Gippy Grewal, Sargun Mehta, and the talented cast and crew of Punjabi film "Carry On Jatta 4" brought an infectious energy that left everyone buzzing. Gippy shared the excitement of fans, revealing that he had been inundated with messages urging him to create this sequel. In a groundbreaking announcement, Gippy disclosed that for the first time in Punjabi cinema, special effects driven by artificial intelligence have been employed to bring the beloved character of the late Jaswinder Bhalla back to life. In an a
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BollywoodJun 17, 2026

Delhi High Court Reviews Salman Khan's Plea Against "Kala Hiran" Film Release

The Delhi High Court requested a response from the creators of the film "Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legal" concerning actor Salman Khan's request for a release stay. Khan's legal team argued that the movie is allegedly based on the blackbuck poaching incident linked to him, infringing upon a court order safeguarding his personality rights. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna's vacation bench issued notices to the film's producers, Amit Jani and Akshay Pandey, and scheduled a hearing for June 19. Although the film's release date remains unclear, the filmmakers released a trailer that same day. Kha
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TV actress Sanchita Ugle found dead at Mumbai home; police investigating

Television actress Sanchita Ugle, known for her work in the serial "Kumkum Bhagya," was found dead at her residence in Mumbai's Nalasopara area on Monday, according to preliminary information provided by police. Police said Ugle lived with her parents and sister and was alone at home when the incident occurred. Initial findings indicate the death is being investigated as an apparent suicide. Her body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities said a sari was allegedly used in the incident. Investigators have not recovered a suicide note from t
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PollywoodJun 12, 2026

Spiritual Awakening Takes Center Stage in Tarnvir Singh Jagpal's Groundbreaking Film Chaali Din

Jasmine Singh In an exciting development for Punjabi cinema, director Tarnvir Singh Jagpal’s upcoming film, Chaali Din, is already generating buzz for its unique blend of life lessons and spiritual exploration. Based on Dr. Gurpreet Dhugga's enlightening book, the film delves into how life should be lived, emphasizing the importance of finding one's guiding light. Dr. Dhugga, a physician turned author, shared his transformative experience during the creation of Chaali Din with Connect Cine. He expressed how writing the book not only changed his perspective but also illuminated the paths
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BollywoodJun 12, 2026

Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash After Controversial Audience Comments

In a recent episode of Pranit More's stand-up show, a segment featuring an audience member's objectionable remarks about a woman has sparked significant outrage online. The incident, dubbed the "Rs 370 biryani" clip, showcased a male attendee recounting a date where he spent Rs 370 on biryani, only to express feelings of entitlement to intimacy afterward. The comedian's laughter during the segment further fueled criticism, as many felt the comments were inappropriate and disrespectful. As backlash intensified, Pranit issued an apology, stating that the audience member's views do not align