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PollywoodApr 16, 2025

Bhangra at Coachella 2025

Coachella 2025 wasn’t just a music festival this year, it was a full-blown celebration of Indian culture. The global stage pulsed with the beats of dhols and the swirl of Garba as Indo Warehouse, the Indian-origin music collective, made their explosive debut on April 12, transforming the desert into a vibrant, cross-cultural dance floor. The performances blurred borders, blending the hypnotic drive of techno with the colorful chaos of Gujarati Garba and the infectious energy of Punjabi Bhangra. For the first time in Coachella’s history, Indian culture didn’t just appear — it took c
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BollywoodApr 16, 2025

Ground Zero makes history

Marking a major milestone for Indian cinema, Emraan Hashmi’s latest film Ground Zero has become the first movie in nearly four decades to receive a red carpet premiere in Srinagar. Entirely shot in the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir, Ground Zero brings to screen a powerful real-life story rooted in the Valley itself. Emraan Hashmi steps into the role of BSF Commandant Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, the man who led the high-stakes mission to eliminate the notorious militant leader Ghazi Baba. For context, Ghazi Baba was a senior figure in the Pakistan-based terrorist organization Jaish-e-M
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BollywoodApr 16, 2025

Bollywood celebrities at Jallianwala Bagh

The cast and crew of the highly anticipated Bollywood film Kesari Chapter 2 made a poignant stop on their promotional journey, visiting the historic grounds of Jallianwala Bagh to honor the memory of those who lost their lives in the infamous massacre. The press event, held at the site itself, drew media personnel from across Punjab, with representatives from cities like Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, and Chandigarh in attendance. The atmosphere was deeply reverent, mirroring the emotional and powerful themes the film seeks to portray — courage, justice, and the ultimate sacrifice
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BollywoodApr 15, 2025

Mouni Roy hits back on trolls

Television and Bollywood actress Mouni Roy recently became the subject of intense social media chatter after debuting a new hairstyle that featured bangs. Online theories suggested that Mouni may have undergone surgery to alter the appearance of her forehead—possibly to reduce its size. The rumours quickly spread across various platforms, with users posting before-and-after photos, claiming to identify noticeable changes in her facial features. For several days, Mouni chose to remain silent amid the growing buzz, neither confirming nor denying the claims. However, the actress finally addre
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BollywoodApr 15, 2025

Salman Khan receives fresh death threats

Bollywood megastar Salman Khan has once again become the target of a death threat. According to reports, a chilling message was sent to the Mumbai Traffic Police helpline via WhatsApp, warning that the actor would be killed at his residence and that his car would be blown up using explosives. The Mumbai Police have taken the threat seriously and have registered a formal complaint. An investigation is currently underway to determine the sender's identity and the source of the message. Authorities are actively working to trace the origin of the threat and ensure the actor's safety.
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BollywoodApr 15, 2025

Team Kesari 2 visits Darbar Sahib

As excitement builds for the upcoming release of Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh, actors R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday made a spiritual stop at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The duo visited the sacred site as part of their pre-release journey, joined by fellow actor Akshay Kumar. Ananya Panday shared a serene moment from the visit on Instagram, posing with Akshay and Madhavan. She captioned the photo with reverence: "Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh 🙏🏼♥️ #KesariChapter2." Akshay Kumar also posted a photo from the pilgrimage, writing in
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PollywoodApr 15, 2025

Gippy Grewal’s Akaal lands into controversy

Punjabi singer-actor-producer Gippy Grewal’s upcoming period action drama Akaal has found itself at the center of a heated controversy in Punjab, with accusations of misrepresenting Sikh characters drawing sharp backlash. Patiala police have taken into custody religious leader Baba Bakshish Singh, who spearheaded protests against the film. According to Baba Bakshish Singh, Akaal features Sikh characters indulging in activities like alcohol consumption and smoking—depictions he claims distort and disrespect Sikh values and history. He also expressed outrage over showing Sikh characters
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PollywoodApr 08, 2025

Chal Mera Putt 4 announced!

Fans of the Punjabi film Chal Mera Putt franchise have reason to celebrate as Amrinder Gill recently revealed the exciting news: Chal Mera Putt 4 is officially in the works and will hit theaters on August 1, 2025. The actor himself shared the announcement on social media, generating a wave of anticipation among moviegoers. As the lead actor, Amrinder Gill will reprise his role, joined once again by the talented Simi Chahal. Together, they will take center stage alongside a stellar ensemble cast, which includes Thakur, Nasir Chinyoti, Amanat Chan, Akram Udas, Zafri Khan, Sajan Abbas, Hardeep
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BollywoodApr 08, 2025

Tahira Kashyap’s cancer relapsed

Filmmaker and author Tahira Kashyap has once again demonstrated incredible resilience and poise in the face of personal challenges. On World Health Day, she openly shared with her followers that her breast cancer has returned for the second time—seven years after her first diagnosis in 2018. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Tahira shared her journey, reflecting on the power of regular health checks. “Seven years or the benefits of consistent screenings—it's all about perspective,” she wrote. “I choose to focus on the latter and encourage everyone to prioritize regular mammograms. Roun

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BollywoodMay 05, 2026

Karan Johar makes Met Gala debut in Manish Malhotra design inspired by Raja Ravi Varma

Filmmaker Karan Johar attended the Met Gala for the first time, wearing a custom outfit designed by Manish Malhotra, according to details shared about the appearance. The ensemble, titled “Framed in Eternity,” featured a power-shoulder vintage jacket paired with a hand-painted cape measuring approximately six feet. The design drew inspiration from the work of Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma. According to the description of the garment, more than 80 artisans worked on the piece over a period of about 85 days. Johar completed the look with a multi-gemstone necklace and rings from his jeweller
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BollywoodApr 30, 2026

Hazel Keech says she worked as an extra in three Harry Potter films before Bollywood career

Actor Hazel Keech says she faced challenges establishing herself in India’s film industry, despite early screen appearances in a major international franchise. In a recent interview, she said building recognition in Bollywood required “a lot of struggle.” Keech, who is married to former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh, said she appeared as an extra in three films from the Harry Potter series before moving into Indian cinema. According to her account, those credits include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fir
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BollywoodApr 30, 2026

Bollywood actresses command rising film fees in 2026, industry reports suggest

Several leading Bollywood actresses are reportedly commanding significantly higher fees per film in 2026, reflecting shifts in the industry’s pay structure and star-driven market dynamics. According to industry reports, Priyanka Chopra is among the highest-paid, with a reported fee of about ₹30 crore for a film project linked to director S. S. Rajamouli. Her current per-film fee is said to have increased to approximately ₹40 crore. Deepika Padukone is also reported to be charging between ₹25 crore and ₹30 crore per project. Similarly, Alia Bhatt is said to earn around ₹30 crore per
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BollywoodApr 27, 2026

Actor Mehreen Pirzada marries Arsh Aulakh in private ceremony in Himachal Pradesh

Actor Mehreen Pirzada has married Arsh Aulakh in a private ceremony held in Chail, Himachal Pradesh, according to posts shared on her official social media accounts. The actor posted photos from the event, showing the couple dressed in coordinated light pink outfits. Pirzada described April 26, 2026, as an important milestone in her life. In the images, Pirzada is seen wearing a light pink lehenga, while Aulakh is dressed in a matching kurta paired with a white pajama. The couple used the hashtag “ArshDiMehr” to share moments from the ceremony online. No further details about the ceremony,
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BollywoodApr 24, 2026

Sanjay Dutt announces ‘Khalnayak Returns’ sequel, first look released

Actor Sanjay Dutt has announced a sequel to his 1993 film Khalnayak, with the new project titled ‘Khalnayak Returns’. The announcement comes 33 years after the original film’s release. According to posts shared by the film’s makers and Dutt on Instagram, the first look and poster for the sequel have been released. The preview video shows Dutt in a long-haired appearance, revisiting a character style associated with the original film. The first look video also depicts scenes of injured individuals, though no official plot details have been confirmed. In one sequence, a person is shown p