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PollywoodAug 14, 2025

Badshah Faces Backlash Over Controversial Tour Sponsorship

Badshah has found himself in hot water following a letter from the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) dated August 13, 2025. The film organization expressed concerns over his upcoming show, alleging that it is sponsored by a Pakistani-based company. The rapper recently unveiled his Badshah's Un-Finished Tour, which is set to kick off in Dallas on September 19, 2025. FWICE's letter addressed to Badshah detailed their request for clarification regarding the sponsorship. It stated, "Dear Mr. Badshah, we have been informed that your upcoming event, Badshah Un-Finished Tour, is
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PollywoodAug 13, 2025

Brotherly Bonds: Jimmy Shergill and Manav Vij Share the Screen for Punjabi film

In an exciting cinematic debut, actors Jimmy Shergill and Manav Vij share the screen together for the first time in an emotional tale that explores the complexities of brotherhood, Maa Jaye, a Punjabi film. The recently released trailer of this film offers a glimpse into the sensitive emotions that shape the lives of two real brothers, promising a narrative that resonates deeply with audiences. Directed by the talented Navaniat Singh, this film delves into the intricate dynamics of familial relationships, showcasing the challenges and triumphs faced by siblings. Joining the talented duo
BollywoodAug 13, 2025

Jaya Bachchan Loses Composure again

Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan lost her temper in public once more when she pushed a man attempting to take a selfie with her at the Constitution Club in Delhi. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media, showing Bachchan pushing the man away while exclaiming, “Kya kar rahe hai aap (What are you doing?) What is this?” Standing nearby was fellow parliamentarian and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, who glanced around before walking towards the Club after the incident. This isn't the first time Jaya Bachchan has reacted strongly in public; recently, during a sp
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PollywoodAug 12, 2025

Sidhu Moosewala’s Father Files Complaint Against Music Producer Bunty Bains

In a significant turn of events in the Punjabi music industry, the father of the late Sidhu Moosewala, Balkaur Singh, has filed a complaint against prominent music producer Bunty Bains. The complaint alleges that Bains has misused Sidhu Moosewala's unreleased tracks without authorization, leading to a breach of trust and financial exploitation. Balkaur Singh claims that since his son’s untimely passing, there have been attempts by various individuals to profit from his music legacy without consent from the family. The complaint specifically points to Bains’ recent release of a track pur
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BollywoodAug 12, 2025

Amitabh Bachchan Returns to the Hot Seat as ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ Season 17 Kicks Off

Amitabh Bachchan has officially begun shooting for the 17th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), marking another chapter in the iconic quiz show’s 25-year legacy. The new season, premiering August 11 on Sony Entertainment Television, promises fresh contestants, tougher questions, and special elements to celebrate the show’s silver jubilee. To commemorate the milestone, the makers have launched a new campaign titled #JahanAkalHaiWahaanAkadHai, aimed at celebrating intellect and the pride that comes with it. According to the show's creators, the premiere episode will not only feature key
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BollywoodAug 11, 2025

Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s Saiyaara Set for OTT Release on Netflix

After enjoying a successful run at the box office, the romantic drama Saiyaara, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is preparing for its digital premiere. While the film continues to attract audiences in theaters, reports suggest that the release date for its OTT debut has been finalized. According to a recent post by YRF’s casting director, Shanoo Sharma, Saiyaara is slated to start streaming on Netflix on September 12. Although Yash Raj Films has yet to officially confirm the news, Shanoo Sharma stirred excitement by resharing a report on her Instagram stories, which indicates that
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PollywoodAug 07, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Unveils ‘Aura’ Album and 2025 Global Tour Plans

International celebrity Diljit Dosanjh is stepping into a new chapter with the announcement of his Aura album and a world tour set for 2025. The singer shared the news on Instagram with a sleek black-and-white jet photo, captioned: “It’s time, AURA, Album & Tour.” This comes on the heels of his record-shattering Dil-Luminati World Tour, which sold out major arenas across North America and grossed nearly $101 million worldwide, firmly cementing Dosanjh as a global force in music. While tour dates and cities for Aura remain under wraps, fans are already speculating a return to Cana
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BollywoodAug 01, 2025

Rajkummar Rao appears quietly in Jalandhar Court over 2017 religious sentiment case

Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao made a discreet court appearance in Jalandhar on Monday in connection with an eight-year-old case filed against him for allegedly hurting religious sentiments. The case, which stems from the promotional material of the 2017 film Behen Hogi Teri, had led to the issuance of arrest warrants after Rao reportedly failed to respond to earlier court summons. Rao, wearing a face mask to avoid attention, arrived at the court unnoticed by the public or media present. Without any fanfare or recognition, he surrendered before the judge and submitted his official response re
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PollywoodAug 01, 2025

Pankaj Kapur returns after decades with ‘Raavi De Kande’

After more than thirty years, the legendary Pankaj Kapur is making a grand and emotional return to Punjabi cinema with Raavi De Kande, a powerful family drama set to release globally on September 5, 2025. This long-awaited comeback marks a significant cinematic moment, not only for fans of the veteran actor but also for Punjabi film lovers around the world. Directed by the acclaimed Harry Bhatti, known for his grounded and emotionally charged storytelling, the film dives deep into the heart of Punjab’s cultural and emotional landscape, painting a portrait of love, sacrifice, and generational

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PollywoodSep 22, 2026

Gang Members Arrested in Firing Case at Singer Gulab Sidhu’s House

Police have arrested members of a gang allegedly involved in firing at the residence of Punjabi singer Gulab Sidhu in Barnala. According to Patiala Range DIG Kuldeep Singh Chahal, the incident took place during the intervening night of September 12 and 13, 2026, when motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire at the main gate of Gulab Sidhu’s house in village Chhanna. The responsibility for the attack was later claimed on social media by criminals based abroad. A case was registered at Barnala police station in connection with the incident. Police teams later apprehended the accused following a
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PollywoodSep 21, 2026

Sidhu Moosewala’s New Song ‘Ghostface Killah’ Released

The new song ‘Ghostface Killah’ by late Punjabi singer Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, popularly known as Sidhu Moosewala, has been officially released. The song was uploaded to Sidhu Moosewala’s official YouTube channel at around 5:50 p.m. on Monday. It has received a strong response from fans within hours of its release. Within about six hours, the official video had crossed 1.8 million views, received more than 377,000 likes and garnered over 89,000 comments on YouTube. The video had already surpassed 1.651 million views and 364,000 likes within its first five hours of release.
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PollywoodSep 18, 2026

Moosewala Murder Case: Court Sets October 9 for Hearing on Anmol Bishnoi’s Production Warrant

The Mansa Sessions Court has scheduled October 9 for the next hearing in the high-profile murder case of late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala and for arguments on an application seeking production warrants for gangster Anmol Bishnoi. Bishnoi’s lawyer had filed an application on February 27 seeking his transfer from Delhi’s Tihar Jail to Mansa and his custody in connection with the case. The Punjab government’s long-pending response to the application has now been submitted before the court. Sidhu Moosewala was shot dead in the village of Jawaharke in Mansa district on May 29, 2022. Accor
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PollywoodSep 18, 2026

Gurnam Bhullar Announces New Punjabi Film ‘Ve Faqeera’, Releasing May 2027

Punjabi singer and actor Gurnam Bhullar has announced his new Punjabi film ‘Ve Faqeera’, following the success of his film Ishqan De Lekhe with Eisha Malviya. The film is scheduled to hit cinemas on May 14, 2027. Gurnam Bhullar shared the film’s poster on social media while announcing its release date. The poster suggests that Ve Faqeera will be a romantic love story. This will mark the second collaboration between Gurnam Bhullar and Eisha Malviya. The duo was previously seen together in Ishqan De Lekhe, where their on-screen chemistry received appreciation from audiences.
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BollywoodSep 16, 2026

Supreme Court Gives Rajpal Yadav 2 Weeks to Repay Dues

The Supreme Court on Tuesday gave actor Rajpal Yadav a final two-week opportunity to come up with a concrete proposal to repay money allegedly owed to a private company. The court also directed him to deposit ₹2 crore with the court registry. The complainant alleged that Yadav had issued seven cheques worth ₹1.05 crore each in 2013 to settle financial assistance of ₹5 crore provided for a film in 2010. The company claims that the cheques were dishonoured. According to the complainant, under an agreement reached between the parties in 2012, Yadav, his wife and their company had agreed to