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BollywoodFeb 24, 2025

Rakhi Sawant lands in yet another trouble!

Bollywood actress Rakhi Sawant has been summoned by the Maharashtra cyber cell to provide a statement regarding a case involving controversial remarks made by YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia on the India's Got Latent show. Although Rakhi Sawant was not part of the panel in the episode featuring Ranveer Allahbadia, she had previously appeared as a guest on one of the show’s episodes, which was created by comedian Samay Raina. Both Ashish Chanchlani and Ranveer Allahbadia have also been called to record their statements on February 24. Meanwhile, comedian Samay Raina has been denied an extensi
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PollywoodFeb 21, 2025

Parmish Verma’s Kanneda to premier on OTT

Punjabi actor, singer, and director Parmish Verma is making headlines as he prepares for his debut in the upcoming web series Kanneda, set to stream on JioHotstar. The series creators released a teaser indicating the show’s March launch. Produced by Jar Pictures and directed by Chandan Arora, Kanneda stars Parmish Verma in the lead role as Nimma. He is joined by an impressive cast including Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Ranvir Shorey, Arunoday Singh, Aadar Malik, and Jasmin Bajwa. The series is scheduled to premiere on JioHotstar on March 21, 2025. Parmish Verma, shared his thoughts about the
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PollywoodFeb 21, 2025

Jagjeet Sandhu on Punjab 95: ‘This film must release without a single cut’

By Jasmine Singh / Connect Newsroom – Exclusive Punjabi film actor Jagjeet Sandhu spoke exclusively to Connect Cine in Surrey about the challenges facing the much-anticipated film Punjab 95, which stars Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal, and others. Sandhu described the project as one that deeply resonates with its cast and crew. He revealed that Dosanjh and the team were disheartened when the film’s release was postponed. “We are confident the film will definitely release without a single cut, which is exactly what Diljit Bhaji and the whole team want,” Sandhu said. The actor expressed dis
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BollywoodFeb 21, 2025

Farah Khan trolled for Holi remark

Bollywood director Farah Khan is facing backlash over a controversial comment she made on the show Celebrity MasterChef. During the episode, she remarked, "Saare chhapri logon ka favourite festival Holi hota hai," which has caused an uproar among netizens. Social media users were quick to react, with one writing, “Do you ever talk about any of your festivals? Disgusting.” Another user added, “What the heck does she mean... Aur chhapri... ha ha ha, look who’s talking.” Many others voiced their disappointment, accusing Farah of making an insensitive comment and hurting the sentimen
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BollywoodFeb 18, 2025

‘The Actor In Me Died’: Mawra Hocane On Sanam Teri Kasam’s Failure

Popular Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane enjoys a cult fan following in India for her role as Sararswati, aka Saru, in the 2016 film Sanam Teri Kasam. She was featured opposite Harshvardhan Rane, and even though this film was a box office failure back then, it turned the tables and garnered exceptional recognition over time. Recently, in an exclusive interview with Connect Cine, Mawra Hocane talked about the success of Sanam Teri Kasam’s re-release and also shared her feelings. The actress described how shattered she felt when the film did not work, and she even believed that the actor in her
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BollywoodFeb 12, 2025

EXCLUSIVE! Harshvardhan Rane Greets Mawra Hocane on Marriage, Regrets Losing Touch!

Who isn’t aware of the immense fan following of Sanam Teri Kasam (2016)? Directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, the film featured Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane in the lead roles and remains one of Bollywood’s most cherished romantic dramas. Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane is currently making headlines as she recently tied the knot with actor Ameer Gilani. On this special occasion, her Sanam Teri Kasam co-star, Harshvardhan Rane, shared his heartfelt wishes while also reflecting on losing touch with his colleagues. In an exclusive interview with Faridoon Shahryar on Connect Cine, Har
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BollywoodFeb 11, 2025

Vikrant Massey Shares First Pictures of Son Vardaan on His First Birthday

Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey, who recently announced a break from acting, has shared beautiful pictures with his fans on his son Vardaan's first birthday. In these pictures, Vardaan's face is visible for the first time. The couple is celebrating their son's milestone, and on this special occasion, they shared heartfelt family photos. Vikrant's son, Vardaan, was born in February of the previous year. On Monday, the actor posted a picture of his wife, Sheetal Thakur, and their son, showering love on his little one and wishing him a happy birthday. With Vardaan turning one, this marks the firs
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PollywoodFeb 10, 2025

Diljit Updates on The Release of Punjab'95

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh went live today about the release of the film 'Punjab-95'. Earlier, his film 'Punjab-95' was supposed to release on February 7, but due to some reasons, it could not be released. Now Diljit has given a statement on it live. While answering the questions of the fans, Diljit said that this film will be released only when Maharaj pleases, but the film will be released without any cuts. I do not accept half-finished films. I am not in favor of this film because it has some cuts. I will support this film only when it runs without any cuts.
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BollywoodFeb 07, 2025

Ludhiana court issues arrest warrant against actor Sonu Sood in fraud case

Punjab's Ludhiana court has issued arrest warrant against actor Sonu Sood in connection with alleged fraud case. The case was filed by a Ludhiana base lawyer Rajesh Khanna in alleged fraud pertaining to Rs 10 lakh. The court summoned Sonu Sood to testify in the case, but the actor skipped the summons prompting court to issue arrest warrant. "You are hereby directed to return this warrant on or before 10-02-2025 with an endorsement certifying the day on and the manner in which it has been executed, or the reason why it has not been executed," the order further read.The next hearing of the cas

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

When Fame Meets Responsibility: Khan Saab’s Surrey Visit Sheds Light on Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

Jasmine Singh As devastating floods continue to affect countless lives in Punjab, the global Punjabi community has risen to the occasion with solidarity, support, and compassion. From local residents to international organizations, help has been pouring in from across the world. Among those stepping forward are not only charitable groups but also public figures who are using their platforms to raise awareness and gather aid. This week, celebrated Punjabi and Sufi singer Khan Saab paid a heartfelt visit to Connect Media Network’s office in Surrey, where he engaged in a candid conversation wi
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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Takes Punjabi to Global Heights with Aryan Khan Collab: A Moment of Pride for Every Punjabi!

The recently released song ‘Tenu Ki Pata’ from the upcoming project ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood’* has created a wave of excitement, not just for its music but for what it represents. This track marks a surprising yet powerful collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh, one of Punjab’s most loved and globally recognized artists, and Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan and it’s nothing short of iconic. For years, Punjabi culture in Bollywood was limited to background songs or comic characters. But now, Punjabi and Punjabiyat are taking centre stage, not just as representation
BollywoodSep 15, 2025

Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

Jasmine Singh Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different. The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

Jasmine Singh In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab. Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief. Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o