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PollywoodJul 09, 2025

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann supports Diljit Dosanjh, criticizes attacks on Punjabis

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann defended singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, who faced backlash for casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his film Sardaar Ji 3. Bhagwant Mann noted the film was shot before the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, arguing it’s unfair to call Dosanjh a "gaddar" (traitor). "A Pakistani actress acted in the film, which was made earlier. She speaks Punjabi—our cultures are similar," Mann said at an event. "Now a Pakistani hockey team is set to play in India, and that’s somehow acceptable?" The Centre recently approved Pakistan’s partic
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PollywoodJul 08, 2025

T-Series confirms continued collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh

Despite recent controversy tied to Diljit Dosanjh’s involvement in Border 2 following criticism related to Sardaar Ji 3 rumors surfaced suggesting that T-Series would end its association with the actor. However, the production house has dismissed these claims, making it clear that no such decision has been made. The speculation intensified after Diljit posted a photo from the Border 2 set on social media. Around the same time, reports indicated that the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) had lifted its ban on the actor after a direct appeal from producer Bhushan Kumar. Alth
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PollywoodJul 04, 2025

Punjabi actress Tania’s father shot in Moga, condition remains grave

A tragic incident unfolded in Punjab as Anil Jit Singh Kamboj, the father of renowned Punjabi actress Tania, was critically injured after being shot at his clinic in Kot Ise Khan, a town in the Moga district. The attack occurred on Friday afternoon when two unidentified men arrived at the Harbans Nursing Home, where Dr. Kamboj was attending to patients. It is being said that the assailants came on a motorcycle and entered the clinic pretending to be patients. After briefly interacting with Dr. Kamboj, they suddenly opened fire at close range. He was struck by two bullets and was immediately
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PollywoodJul 03, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh shuts down exit rumours with Border 2 BTS drop

After days of speculation and controversy, Diljit Dosanjh has silenced the buzz around his alleged removal from Border 2 by dropping a behind-the-scenes clip straight from the film’s set. The video, posted to his Instagram, shows the singer-actor suited up and in high spirits, filming a vibrant sequence as a large dance troupe grooves in the background. The iconic song Ke Ghar Kab Aoge, the emotional anthem from the original Border film, plays over the scene—cementing Diljit’s presence in the highly anticipated sequel. The buzz around Diljit’s supposed exit caught fire following the
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PollywoodJul 02, 2025

‘Sardaar Ji 3’ receives overwhelming reception in Pakistan

Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, has been embraced warmly by audiences in Pakistan, despite the film being pulled from release in India. The casting of a Pakistani actor alongside an Indian star stirred significant controversy across India, especially in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the recently launched Operation Sindoor. These developments reignited the unofficial ban on Pakistani artists in Indian cinema. According to initial reports, the film opened to sold-out shows across Pakistan and raked in an impressive $500,
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PollywoodJun 30, 2025

Naseeruddin Shah comes forward to support Diljit Dosanjh

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has come forward to defend Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh, who has been caught in the middle of a controversy surrounding his latest film Sardaar Ji 3. The film has drawn backlash following the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, a decision that sparked criticism due to the current strained relations between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. Addressing the issue through a note shared on his official Facebook page, Shah made it clear that he stands in full support of Diljit. “I STAND FIRMLY WITH DILJIT,” he declared, stressi
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PollywoodJun 30, 2025

Guru Randhawa deactivates his account on X?

Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa has unexpectedly deactivated his account on X, previously known as Twitter, following a mysterious post that many saw as a subtle critique of fellow artist Diljit Dosanjh amid the controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3. Guru's account, known as Guru Official, has been removed and now shows the message "This account doesn't exist." However, his Instagram account remains active. This development came just hours after Guru shared a cryptic message that seemed directed at Diljit, even though he did not mention him directly. The timing was particularly significant con
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PollywoodJun 27, 2025

Neeru Bajwa deletes promotional content of Sardaar ji 3 from her account

In the midst of the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film Sardaar Ji 3, Neeru Bajwa has removed all promotional content related to the movie from her social media platforms. The film, featuring both Diljit and Neeru, has faced backlash for including Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in a supporting role. Following the Pahalgam attack in April, Indian film organizations imposed a blanket ban on Pakistani artists working in India, resulting in a prohibition on the release of their projects. This decision to go ahead with Sardaar Ji 3 has not been well received by Indian film bodies and
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PollywoodJun 27, 2025

Jasbir Jassi backs Diljit Dosanjh, slams selective outrage over Sardaar Ji 3

Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has voiced his support for Diljit Dosanjh amid the backlash over Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The film, skipping its India release due to rising India-Pakistan tensions following recent attacks, has prompted industry bodies like FWICE and AICWA to call for a ban on Dosanjh. In an interview with a leading news channel, jasbir Jassi criticized what he described as “double standards,” pointing out that while Dosanjh is being targeted for working with a Pakistani actor, Indian music often features songs sung by Pakistani artists or ins

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PollywoodSep 22, 2026

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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