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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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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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PollywoodApr 07, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh meets Will Smith, teaches bhangra steps to Hollywood star

Punjabi singing sensation Diljit Dosanjh recently met Will Smith and performed bhangra with the Hollywood star to the tune of his song ‘Case’. Diljit shared a video of him and Smith shaking a leg to the Punjabi song on his Instagram account on Sunday. "PANJABI Aa Gaye Oye With One & Only LIVING LEGEND @willsmith. It's Inspiring To Watch King Will Smith Doing BHANGRA & Enjoying PANJABI Dhol Beat," he captioned the post. It could not be immediately confirmed where and when the two met.
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PollywoodApr 02, 2025

Resham Kaur, Wife of Sufi Singer Hansraj Hans, Passes Away

Resham Kaur, the wife of renowned Sufi singer and former BJP MP Hansraj Hans, has passed away at the age of 62. She breathed her last this afternoon at Tagore Hospital in Jalandhar, Punjab, after battling a long illness. Resham Kaur had been suffering from heart disease for an extended period and had recently undergone a stent procedure. Her death has left the family and the community in mourning. Reports indicate that her last rites will be held on Thursday morning at Hansraj Hans' native village.
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PollywoodApr 01, 2025

Comedian Sudesh Lehri Joyfully Announces the Arrival of His Grandson

Comedian Sudesh Lehri, known for his impeccable comic timing and memorable roles in hit TV shows and films, has recently welcomed a new member into his family. Sudesh has become a grandfather! His son Mani’s wife has given birth to a baby boy. Sudesh shared the joyous news with his fans by posting a heartwarming picture of his grandson, in which the little one is holding his finger. Along with the picture, Sudesh wrote: "New member of our family #grandson." The entire family is celebrating the arrival of their new bundle of joy. Many TV personalities and fans have sent their congratulations
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PollywoodMar 27, 2025

EXCLUSIVE! Channi Nattan & Inderpal Moga Dropped Last Minute from Diljit Dosanjh’s 'Umbrella' Video

Channi Nattan and Inderpal Moga are two of the most beloved artists in the Punjabi music industry, known for delivering chart-topping hits. In an exclusive conversation with Connect Cine, the duo opened up about their journey and an unexpected turn of events during the making of Diljit Dosanjh’s superhit song Umbrella.While Umbrella stands out as one of Channi Nattan’s well-received tracks, fans may have noticed his absence from its official video. For the first time, Channi revealed the reason behind this in our interview. He shared that both he and Inderpal Moga were supposed to be part
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PollywoodMar 21, 2025

Hardeep Grewal deletes his Instagram account?

In a recent interview with Connect FM Canada, Punjabi singer and actor Hardeep Grewal, known for his role in the film "Six Each," shared a heartfelt decision to delete his Instagram account. This choice comes in the wake of what he describes as negative publicity stemming from his emotional outburst in support of his film. Hardeep revealed that this was the first time he had ever spoken out publicly in the Punjabi film industry, urging fans to rally behind "Six Each." He expressed his determination not to back down against any major production house or actor. Unfortunately, his well-intent
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PollywoodMar 19, 2025

Amberdeep gives an apt reply to people trolling his son

Punjabi film director, writer, and actor Amberdeep Singh’s son, Laksh Duleh, made his acting debut in the film Mithde, which was produced under his father's banner. The film, which also stars Tania and Roopi Gill in leading roles, was released on the occasion of Holi. A video from a press event following the film's screening went viral, but it quickly sparked a backlash on social media. In the viral video, Laksh was criticized and trolled for his speech and body language by online users. Responding to the trolls, Amberdeep Singh came to his son's defense, expressing his frustration over t

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PollywoodJun 12, 2026

Spiritual Awakening Takes Center Stage in Tarnvir Singh Jagpal's Groundbreaking Film Chaali Din

Jasmine Singh In an exciting development for Punjabi cinema, director Tarnvir Singh Jagpal’s upcoming film, Chaali Din, is already generating buzz for its unique blend of life lessons and spiritual exploration. Based on Dr. Gurpreet Dhugga's enlightening book, the film delves into how life should be lived, emphasizing the importance of finding one's guiding light. Dr. Dhugga, a physician turned author, shared his transformative experience during the creation of Chaali Din with Connect Cine. He expressed how writing the book not only changed his perspective but also illuminated the paths
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BollywoodJun 12, 2026

Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash After Controversial Audience Comments

In a recent episode of Pranit More's stand-up show, a segment featuring an audience member's objectionable remarks about a woman has sparked significant outrage online. The incident, dubbed the "Rs 370 biryani" clip, showcased a male attendee recounting a date where he spent Rs 370 on biryani, only to express feelings of entitlement to intimacy afterward. The comedian's laughter during the segment further fueled criticism, as many felt the comments were inappropriate and disrespectful. As backlash intensified, Pranit issued an apology, stating that the audience member's views do not align
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BollywoodJun 10, 2026

Kangana Ranaut Reacts to ‘Peddi’ Controversy

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Peddi and its portrayal of women, actress-politician Kangana Ranaut has shared her views on the debate. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, has faced criticism for the depiction of Janhvi Kapoor’s character Achiyamma, with viewers calling out repeated close-up shots, suggestive camera angles, and certain dialogues delivered by Ram Charan’s character. Following the backlash, Buchi Babu Sana apologised to audiences and announced changes to the disputed scenes. He clarified that objectifying women was never his intention and that he did not want v
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PollywoodJun 09, 2026

Gurpreet Ghuggi Discusses New Film "Chaali Din" and Son Sukhan's Rising Career

Jasmine SinghIn a recent visit to the Connect Media Network studio in Surrey, Punjabi actor Gurpreet Ghuggi opened up about his upcoming film "Chaali Din," inspired by a popular Punjabi book. During the discussion, he emphasized the film's significance and the necessity of social media in promoting such projects.Gurpreet also shared insights about his son Sukhan Waraich, who plays a pivotal role in the film. He noted with pride that Sukhan has never relied on his father's fame, stating that he has chosen to carve his own path in the industry. Currently, Sukhan is assisting director Anurag Sing
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PollywoodJun 05, 2026

Ammy Virk Reveals Major Bollywood Break During Surrey Visit

Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk recently visited Connect Media Network’s studio in Surrey, where he spoke candidly about the growing success of his latest Punjabi film Chardikala and shared exciting updates about his future projects. During the conversation, Ammy expressed his happiness over the overwhelming response the film has been receiving from audiences overseas, particularly in Canada. He described Chardikala as the kind of cinema that has the potential to bring fresh direction to the Punjabi film industry and inspire filmmakers to explore new storytelling approaches. The actor a