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BollywoodAug 14, 2024

Honoured at Locarno Film Festival

Global icon Shah Rukh Khan recently received the esteemed Pardo Alla Carriera award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival, a significant accolade celebrating his profound impact on international cinema. This prestigious honor underscores both his remarkable career and the prominence of the Indian film industry on the global stage. The ceremony was held in the renowned Piazza Grande, where over 8,000 enthusiastic fans gathered to witness the legendary actor’s acceptance. This milestone marks a historic moment, as Shah Rukh Khan becomes the first Indian actor to be awarded this honor at the Loc
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PollywoodAug 14, 2024

Ek Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di

The eagerly anticipated teaser for the Punjabi film Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di has been released. This movie is the latest installment in the Ardaas trilogy, written and directed by Gippy Grewal. It features an impressive cast including Gurpreet Ghuggi, Jasmin Bhasin, Prince Kanwaljit Singh, and Raghveer Boli. Scheduled to hit theaters on September 13, the film, like its predecessors, emphasizes the importance of Gurbaani. The earlier Ardaas film revolutionized Punjabi cinema by introducing fresh themes and becoming a blockbuster. This third chapter in the Ardaas series also promises to offer
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PollywoodAug 13, 2024

Barzakh to be pulled down from YouTube Pakistan

Amidst increasing backlash over its depiction of queer relationships, channel Zindagi has decided to voluntarily withdraw the series Barzakh from YouTube Pakistan. The show, which sparked significant interest by reuniting Pakistani stars Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, also features notable actors including M Fawad Khan, Salman Shahid, and Eman Suleman. In a recent statement, the channel expressed their gratitude for the global audience's support: "We, at Zindagi and Team Barzakh, want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported Barzakh, a series designed to connect people across t
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BollywoodAug 13, 2024

Do you know?

Punjabi tracks are increasingly finding their way into Bollywood's promotional strategies. Following the infectious beats of Yo Yo Honey Singh’s “Hauli Hauli” featured in the upcoming film Khel Khel Mein, the creators have unveiled another exciting twist! The internationally acclaimed Diljit Dosanjh's hit song “Do You Know” is set to be the film's promotional anthem. Originally released in 2016, Diljit Dosanjh’s “Do You Know” has been freshly reimagined for this film. The revamped music video showcases a vibrant club scene with stars Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu,
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Arshad is our Hero!

Pakistan is abuzz with celebration following Arshad Nadeem’s extraordinary gold medal victory. With a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, Nadeem has ignited a wave of congratulatory messages on social media, earning recognition as the nation’s newest sports hero. Cricketers and actors alike have showered praise on Nadeem for his exceptional performance. Additionally, Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has offered a cash reward of PKR 1 million to Nadeem and has proposed the creation of a sports academy in his name. Ali Zafar posted a video of Nadeem’s throw on social media, reinforcing hi
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Ex-porn star on religious poster

A recent controversy has arisen in Tamil Nadu concerning the use of former porn star Mia Khalifa's image on a hoarding promoting the 'Aadi Perukku' festival. This festival, which honors Goddess Amman, features various traditional rituals and celebrations throughout the region. The hoarding, which showed Khalifa holding a 'paal kudam' (milk vessel), was meant to be a festive decoration at the Nagathamman and Selliyamman temples in Kuruvimalai. However, the use of Khalifa's image, especially considering her contentious background as a former adult film star, has drawn considerable criticism an
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BollywoodAug 12, 2024

Sanjay Dutt on UK Visa rejection

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who was set to appear in Son of Sardaar 2, has been removed from the film following the rejection of his UK visa. Sanjay Dutt has now addressed the situation, labeling the decision as a 'mistake' and expressing confusion over why his visa was initially approved only to be later denied. Sanjay Dutt expressed his frustration, saying, "I’m certain that the UK government made an error. They initially issued me a visa, and all payments and arrangements were completed in the UK. Yet, a month later, they canceled my visa. I provided all the necessary documents and com
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PollywoodAug 12, 2024

Warrant issued against Gippy Grewal

In an unexpected development, the Mohali Court has issued a bailable warrant for Punjabi singer and actor Gippy Grewal. He had been summoned by the Judicial Magistrate First Class of Mohali to testify in a case but missed three scheduled court appearances. In the meantime, the court has ordered that Gippy Grewal be brought in under a bailable warrant, with a surety of Rs 5,000. This legal action was prompted by his failure to appear despite previous court summonses. Gippy Grewal initially lodged a complaint at the Phase-8 police station against gangster Dilpreet Baba, alleging extortion a
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PollywoodAug 09, 2024

Karan Aujla announces third New Delhi show

Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla is shattering records with his It Was All A Dream World Tour, which is already making waves. Set to span multiple international destinations including Canada (August 2024), the United Kingdom (September 2024), and New Zealand (October 2024), the tour has already created a buzz in India. The Delhi NCR leg has been particularly remarkable, with the first two shows selling out and drawing an unprecedented 50,000 attendees. Due to this overwhelming demand, Team Innovation has added a third Delhi NCR show, scheduled for December 19, 2023. In just under a month, t

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BollywoodFeb 27, 2026

Maheep Singh’s Maple Leaf Mission: Comedy, Calling & “Mummy Kaisi Hai?” in Canada

Stand-up comedian Maheep Singh is all set to bring his razor-sharp wit and unfiltered humor to Canada for the very first time - and he’s doing it with curiosity, courage, and a punchline. In an exclusive chat with Connect Cine, Maheep opened up about his much-awaited Canada tour, cheekily titled “Mummy Kaisi Hai?” What makes this trip special isn’t just the tour - it’s the fact that this will be his first-ever visit to the country that has become a second home for so many Punjabis. When asked the inevitable question - “Which Punjabi doesn’t have a friend in Canada?” - Maheep bu
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BollywoodFeb 27, 2026

Kerala High Court Reserves Verdict on Release of The Kerala Story 2

A division bench of the Kerala High Court set aside its decision for later on the appeal filed by the producer of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond. The appeal challenges a single judge’s interim directive that temporarily halted the film’s theatrical release. The movie had been slated to premiere on February 27. The bench reviewed whether the single judge was justified in suspending the release for 15 days even though the film had already secured certification. During arguments, the judges noted that the objections raised against the certification resembled a public interest litigation an
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BollywoodFeb 26, 2026

Sunny Deol’s Lahore 1947 May Get a New Title Ahead of Release

Sunny Deol has kicked off 2026 on a strong note with Border 2, and the year ahead looks equally packed with high-profile releases. Among them, the much-anticipated Lahore 1947 has been generating significant buzz. The film reunites Deol with director Rajkumar Santoshi and is backed by Aamir Khan, who also features in a pivotal supporting role. The ensemble cast further includes Preity Zinta, Ali Fazal and Shabana Azmi. However, industry chatter suggests the makers are reconsidering the film’s title. While Lahore 1947 was chosen to reflect its Partition-era setting in the historic city, the t
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BollywoodFeb 26, 2026

India Blocks Five More OTT Apps Over Obscene Content

Nearly a year after taking action against over 25 streaming platforms, the Government of India has once again cracked down on digital content by banning five additional OTT services for allegedly carrying obscene material. The newly restricted platforms - MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu — were blocked under the Information Technology Act and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. Officials said the decision followed consultations with key ministries and industry bodies to assess concerns around harmful online
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BollywoodFeb 25, 2026

Legends Reunite for ‘Kalki 2’ After 40 Years

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has delighted fans by unveiling behind-the-scenes moments with Tamil icon Kamal Haasan from the sets of Kalki 2. The much-anticipated film brings the two screen titans together for the first time since their 1985 collaboration, Geraftaar. Taking to his Tumblr blog, the 83-year-old star revealed that filming for the sequel is officially underway. The project follows the massive success of Kalki 2898 AD. Sharing his excitement, Bachchan wrote about reuniting with Haasan after decades. Photos from the set show the veteran actors warmly embracing, with Bachchan once again