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BollywoodApr 21, 2021

Salman Khan opts for a hybrid release for Radhe

This comes as a surprise for the entertainment industry, and Salman Khan fans too. The actor along with his studio partner, Zee, have decided to opt for a hybrid release model for his upcoming film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai. This means the film will release on both, the theatres and digital space on the same day, a strategy similar to Hollywood Studios. Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai will now be released in theatres worldwide; adhering to the COVID protocol issued by the government; and on ZEE5 with ZEE’s pay per view service ZEEPlex which rests on India’s leading OTT platform ZEE5 and a
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BollywoodApr 21, 2021

OTT debut for Ajay Devgn

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is all set to make a grand entry into the digital space with his first-ever crime-drama series Rudra – The Edge of Darkness, coming soon on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. The series will soon be going into production and will be shot across iconic locales of Mumbai. Produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India, the series re-imagines the iconic globally successful British series, Luther, for Indian audiences.Says Ajay Devgn, “My attempt has always been to tell unique stories and work with good talent. The idea is to raise the bar of entertainmen
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PollywoodApr 21, 2021

B Praak dedicates National Award to fans

Popular music director, producer and singer B Praak recently won the National Award as Best Playback Singer for his track ‘Teri mitti’ in the Akshay Kumar starrer film ‘Kesari’. Talking to a new agency B Praak expressed his gratitude and said that he is feeling absolutely amazing. “ I never thought that I would one day get a National Award. It definitely makes me feel blessed to have got it. It's all due to God's grace," he said. Recalling superstar Akshay Kumar's reaction after listening to the song for the first time, B Praak added, "I remember the first time I dubbed the song, A
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PollywoodApr 20, 2021

ALT Balaji to producer Punjabi web-series

Actor Aarya Babbar and Punjabi film director Pankaj Batra will soon be joining hands again for Punjabi web-series, Dynasty. Recently, Aarya took to his Instagram account to share the update holding a clapper board. He wrote, “Humbled by the new beginnings with a crossed finger emoji as I start shoot with the super talented and my v-dear friend @iampankajbatra for a web series tentatively titled #Dynasty for @altbalaji @thisishowweding”. The movie will be directed by Pankaj Batra and this is for the first time that a Punjabi web series will be released on Alt Balaji. Aarya Babbar has recen
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PollywoodApr 20, 2021

What’s brewing between Parineeti Chopra & Harrdy Sandhu

As per sources, Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra and Punjabi singer-actor harrdy Sandhu are shooting for Ribhu Dasgupta’s next in Turkey. “The shoot is progressing well and the unit is taking care of all safety and Covid-appropriate measures. However, for some reason, they have decided not to publicize this aspect. A formal announcement of this project will be done in future,” added the source. The film is produced by Reliance Entertainment and sees Harrdy Sandhu opposite Parineeti. Harrdy is all set to make his Bollywood debut in the much awaited sports drama, ’83 as former cricketer
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BollywoodApr 20, 2021

Deepika’s association with Chopard

Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has added one more big brand to her name. The actor has been roped in as the brand ambassador of the international luxury brand Chopard. Deepika joins in Hollywood celebrities like Rihanna and Julia Roberts who are also the brand ambassadors of Chopard. Deepika took to her Instagram handle to share a gorgeous picture of herself dressed in white and accessorised in a Chopard watch. Reportedly, the watch costs Rs 18 lakhs. "To live a life that is fueled by authenticity, purpose and empathy makes me happy...@chopard #chopard,” she captioned the picture. Chopard
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BollywoodApr 20, 2021

Veteran actor Kishore Nandlaskar passes away due to Covid-19

Actor Kishor Nandlaskar breathed his last earlier today. The notable Marathi and Hindi actor had tested positive for COVID-19 a week ago and had been admitted to a COVID center in Thane, Mumbai after his oxygen level dropped. Confirming the news, Kishore Nandlaskar's grandson Anish told a news channel, "My grandfather was admitted to a Covid-19 Center in Thane on April 14 after he tested positive last week. He breathed his last in the Covid centre between 12.30pm to 1pm.He was having trouble breathing and talking before being admitted to the Covid center. His oxygen level had also fallen signi
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BollywoodApr 20, 2021

All thanks to Salman Khan: Rakhi Sawant

Reality television actor Rakhi Sawant’s mother who is suffering from cancer recently got operated, all thanks to the much-needed financial aid from actor Salman Khan. In a social media video Rakhi revealed that the operation was successful. She wrote, “Thanks to all my fans! Thanks to Salman Khan! Thanks to Dr Sanjay Sharma & Dr Chopra! Thanks to all our well-wishers! Operation success!” In an emotional video, Rakhi’s mother thanked Salman Khan too, for his support. She added, “When I thought I would probably pass away like this, you turned out to be our angel and helped us. I c
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BollywoodApr 19, 2021

Amitabh Bachchan lends vocals to Hanuman Chalisa

Streaming platform MX Player on Monday announced their new series Ramyug, directed by Hum Tum fame Kunal Kohli. The announcement teaser featured a special rendition of the Hanuman Chalisa featuring Amitabh Bachchan's voice and tabla by Ustad Zakir Hussain. The track is composed by Rahul Sharma. The official Twitter handle of MX Player posted the video, which was shared by Kohli. "Coming soon," the filmmaker captioned the one-minute teaser. #Ramyug, an MX Original Series, coming soon. In 2018, Kohli had announced he would adapt the Hindu epic Ramayana titled Ramyug for the big screen. It's uncl

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BollywoodJan 30, 2026

Virat Kohli’s Instagram Account restored

With a staggering fan base of over 274 million followers on Instagram, the Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli is among the most followed personalities online. So when his account suddenly vanished, the internet collectively lost its calm. Within minutes, panic set in. Fans began speculating whether the disappearance was a technical glitch or something more serious. Social media timelines were flooded with confusion, memes, and worried reactions as Kohli’s profile seemed to have gone completely off the grid. As always, fans did what they do best during a Virat-related “crisis”—they rush
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BollywoodJan 30, 2026

Alia Bhatt Steps Back Into Production Mode

Alia Bhatt began her journey as a film producer in 2022 with Darlings. She later joined hands with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions to co-produce Jigra, and now she’s returning with yet another project. This time, Alia is producing Prime Video’s upcoming original film Don’t Be Shy alongside her sister, Shaheen Bhatt. Prime Video dropped an announcement video on Instagram for Don’t Be Shy. In the clip, Alia walks viewers through how she and Shaheen landed on the script and shares insights into their experience of producing the film together. The video shows the sisters finally choos
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BollywoodJan 30, 2026

Quiet Build-Up to a High-Profile Premiere

Melania Trump’s latest documentary traces the 20 days leading up to Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration, offering viewers an intimate, behind-the-scenes portrait of the former First Lady during a politically significant period. Before its public release, the film received a closed-door screening at the White House on January 24. The private showing was attended by Donald Trump, Melania Trump, their son Barron, and a carefully selected circle of notable invitees. The project is helmed by director Brett Ratner and produced by Fernando Sulichin and Marc Beckman, with Melania Trump
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PollywoodJan 30, 2026

A New Date, Same Big Feelings

Bollywood director Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film with Diljit Dosanjh has taken a little longer to arrive, but the heart of the story remains unchanged. Originally planned for an April 2026 release, the makers have now locked June 12, 2026 as the new theatrical date. The yet-untitled film is described as a gentle, emotional tale of love and longing, bringing together an impressive cast including Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina, and Sharvari. With A.R. Rahman’s music and Irshad Kamil’s lyrics, the project reunites a creative team known for deeply personal and memorable cinema
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PollywoodJan 30, 2026

Nachattar Gill breaks silence after mockery by fellow singers

Jasmine Singh A fresh controversy has shaken the Punjabi music industry after legendary Punjabi singer Nachattar Gill’s iconic song “Saadi Jaan Tey Bani” was allegedly mocked by fellow artists Master Saleem, Yuvraj Hans, and Roshan Prince. The incident sparked widespread backlash on social media, prompting Nachattar Gill to share an emotional yet powerful video statement, expressing deep pain and disappointment over the episode. Without naming anyone directly, Gill emphasized that artists must respect each other’s journeys and contributions, stating that true artistry is rooted in hu