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BollywoodMar 22, 2021

B Praak wins National Award for Teri Mitti

Singer B Praak was named the best male singer for 'Teri Mitti', a patriotic song from Hindi film “Kesari, at the 67th National Film Awards.Later, B Praak, took to Instagram to share his gratitude to fans and the makers of the Akshay Kumar-starrer.“I’m speechless. It is thanks to your blessings and love that I have won the National Award for #TeriMitti,” Praak wrote.Actor Akshay Kumar also congratulated Praak for the song, which marked the Punjabi singer’s Bollywood debut.“#TeriMitti still gives me goosebumps every time I hear it and one song I’m most proud of being part of... Cou
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BollywoodMar 22, 2021

Dharmendra gets COVID-19 vaccine shot to 'inspire' all

Bollywood superstar Dharmendra got himself vaccinated for COVID-19 protection. The 85-year-old actor tweeted a video where he can be seen getting a shot of the vaccine on his left arm. "Tweet karte karte... josh aa gaya... aur main nikal gaya... vaccination lene... it's definitely not a show off... but to inspire you all... Friends, please take care (got inspired while tweeting and went off to get vaccination)," Dharmendra tweeted. He was referring to his tweet earlier in the day that he had posted to remind everyone to wear masks and maintain social distancing, after Maharashtra registered a
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BollywoodMar 22, 2021

Sawant thanks Salman Khan for helping in mom's treatment

Bigg Boss 14 finalist Rakhi Sawant has spoken about the assistance that actor Salman Khan and his brother Sohail provided for her, for her mother's ongoing cancer treatment. In an interview, Rakhi said that Salman has told her not to discuss these matters publicly, which is why she prefers to keep his gestures private. Previously, Rakhi's mother had also thanked the brothers for emotional and financial support. "Sohail And Salman Khan bhai are my God brothers," Rakhi told a leading daily. "I’ve struggled a lot in my career. When I was working I was only bothered about taking care of my famil
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BollywoodMar 22, 2021

I didn't take Nick Jonas texting me seriously- Priyanka Jonas

International celebrity Priyanka Chopra Jonas made some interesting revelations on the talk show Super Soul hosted by Oprah Winfrey. Talking to Oprah, Priyanka Chopra opened up about the first thoughts she had when Nick wanted to connect to her for the first time. Priyanka said she was apprehensive about dating the 28-year-old singer because of their age difference and that was just one of the many reasons: "I did really judge the book by its cover. I honestly didn't take it very seriously when Nick was texting me. I was 35 and I want to get married and I want to have kids. He is in his 20s...
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BollywoodMar 22, 2021

Rubina, the new Naagin!

Television actor and reality show winner Rubina Dilaik recently collaborated with singer Neha Kakkar on a music video, titled Marjaneya. The song also features Rubina’s husband Abhinav Shukla. Now there are reports that Rubina has also been approached to play the lead role for Naagin 6. In fact, Naagin franchise producer Ekta Kapoor had come on Bigg Boss 14 show in one of the episodes, and had expressed her desire to work with Rubina. As per sources, although, the crew is aware of the development, they are waiting for an official confirmation on it. added the source, “The entire crew is aw
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BollywoodMar 18, 2021

Ripped or not

Bollywood celebrities have reacted sharply to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat's controversial remark on women wearing ripped jeans. Earlier this week, while attending a workshop for Protection of Child Rights in Dehradun, CM Rawat made a remark about women wearing ripped jeans. He spoke about a female co-passenger once on board a flight with him who was wearing ripped jeans and runs an NGO. Describing her attire, the Chief Minister questioned what kind of "sanskar" (values) the woman is going to give wearing ripped jeans and showing her knees. This controversial remark didn't go
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BollywoodMar 18, 2021

Tandav's second season is axed

With strict Information & Broadcasting guidelines for the streaming platform, the major streaming platforms are playing it as safe as they can. All of their forthcoming series are being scrutinized by experts to ensure there are no religious or political references. As per an online content producer, "We are henceforth going to black out all references to politics and religion,” adding that content with political and religious references are currently on hold. Season 2 of Bombay Begums has already been sanctioned, however, their are issues with the web-series Tandav.
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BollywoodMar 18, 2021

Kanye the richest man

With 22 Grammy wins, 140 million album/single sales and countless world tours, Kanye West is objectively one of the best musicians of all time. With a booming sneaker and apparel business, he is also one of the most successful and wealthy celebrities on the planet. According to new valuations prepared by investment bank UBS, Kanye's sneaker/apparel partnership with Adidas is worth between $3.2 billion and $4.7 billion. Kanye owns 100% of the Yeezy brand, so those valuations go straight to his bottom line. Furthermore, according to UBS, his partnership with The Gap is worth $1 . At $6.6 billio
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PollywoodMar 18, 2021

How cool is Daddy!

Punjabi film Daddy Cool Munde Fool 2 is one of the highly awaited movies. The film was supposed to hit the big screens in 2020, but owing to the pandemic, it got postponed. However, now the makers have released the date of the film, which will be hitting the theatres on August 27, 2021. The film stars Jassie Gill, Ranjit Bawa, Jaswinder Bhalla, Tania, and Aarushi Sharma in the lead. The film is a sequel to 2013 released ‘Daddy Cool Munde Fool’. The prequel had Amrinder Gill and Harish Verma in the lead and now it’s Jassie Gill and Ranjit Bawa playing the main characters. This is Jassie G

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BollywoodDec 24, 2025

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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