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PollywoodMar 19, 2025

Karan Johar and Gippy Grewal come together for Akaal

The trailer launch of Akaal marked a perfect blend of Bollywood and Pollywood, with a star-studded lineup of Karan Johar, Gippy Grewal, Nimrat Khaira, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Apoorva Mehta, and many more. This event was especially significant as Akaal is Dharma Productions' first foray into the Punjabi film industry. While the spotlight was on Akaal, the media’s attention shifted to Karan Johar’s recent film Nadaaniyan, which had faced its share of criticism from both audiences and critics. Instead of focusing on Akaal, the journalists pressed Karan about the backlash his film had received. Wi
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PollywoodMar 18, 2025

Former CM Charanjit Singh Channi celebrates Sidhu Juniors birthday!

Charanjit Singh Channi, the former Chief Minister of Punjab, recently visited the home of Sidhu Moosewala to mark the first birthday of the late singer’s younger brother, Shubhdeep. The heartwarming celebration, held at their residence in Moosa village, quickly gained attention as photos and videos from the event spread widely on social media. Shubhdeep, dressed in a black kurta-pyjama and a pink turban, was cradled in the arms of his mother, Charan Kaur. His father, Balkaur Singh, stood by their side as the family gathered for the cake-cutting ceremony. Sharing these touching moments on
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PollywoodMar 17, 2025

Sonam Bajwa to star opposite Harshvardhan Rane

Punjabi film star Sonam Bajwa will share the screen with Harshvardhan Rane in the upcoming romantic drama Deewaniyat, directed by Milap Milan Zaveri. Sonam, who is also set to appear in major Hindi film franchises Housefull 5 and Baaghi 4, is taking on this exciting new project. According to the filmmakers, Deewaniyat promises to be a heartfelt love story, accompanied by an emotional and captivating soundtrack. Directed by Milap Milan Zaveri, renowned for his work on films like Marjaavaan and Satyameva Jayate, the film also has Zaveri collaborating with Mustaq Sheikh on the screenplay. Produc
dupahiya-review
PollywoodMar 14, 2025

Dupahiya Review

Cast: Gajraj Rao, Shivani Raghuvanshi, Sparsh Srivastava, Renuka Shahane, Komal Kushwaha, Bhuvan Arora, Yashpal Sharma Creator: Chirag Garg, Avinash Dwivedi, Salona Bains Joshi, Shubh Shivdasani Director: Sonam Nair Streaming On: Prime Video Language: Hindi Jasmine Singh Life and entertainment can often feel incredibly complicated, but then you stumble upon a series so organic that it makes someone like me feel as if I’m sitting in the fields of Punjab, savoring every moment. It flows like a gentle breeze, without stirring anything up. Dupahiya (which translates to "motorcycle") is a
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PollywoodMar 14, 2025

Have you heard about Leo Grewal!

Leo Grewal has officially embarked on his solo music journey with the release of his debut single, "Shopping List," from his upcoming album Leonization. The track, presented by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series, features a collaboration with rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, continuing the duo’s successful partnership. Having previously penned hit songs like "Millionaire," "Manic," and "Jatt Mekhma" for Yo Yo Honey Singh’s album Glory, Leo Grewal now takes the spotlight as a performer with this high-energy single. "Shopping List" combines catchy beats with themes of luxury, offering a fresh and exciting s
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PollywoodMar 14, 2025

I was threatened: Kaka

Punjabi singer Kaka has escalated his ongoing dispute with producer Sunanda Sharma and Painlky Dhaliwal, bringing new allegations to light in a press conference held in Chandigarh on Thursday. Kaka has accused the producer and his company of a range of serious criminal offenses, including cheating, breach of trust, dishonest misappropriation of property, forgery, fraud, extortion, criminal intimidation, and violations of the Copyright Act and the IT Act. Kaka outlined the situation, stating that his team had been attempting to resolve the issue for seven months, requesting the return of mon
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PollywoodMar 13, 2025

Sunanda Sharma appreciates Bhagwant Mann

Punjabi singer Sunanda Sharma is currently at the center of a controversy involving music producer Pinky Dhaliwal. Dhaliwal, the owner of Mad4Music, was arrested by the Punjab Police following allegations of exploitation and financial misconduct made against him by Sharma. Taking to Instagram, Sunanda expressed her gratitude towards Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for his support during this difficult time. In a heartfelt post, Sunanda shared the emotional and psychological toll the situation had taken on her, highlighting the struggles many artists face in the industry. Her post reson
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PollywoodMar 13, 2025

Himanshi Khurrana, Amar Noorie... celebrities come in supportr of Sunanda Sharma

The Punjabi music industry is currently buzzing with the ongoing controversy involving singer and actress Sunanda Sharma and music producer Pinky Dhaliwal. As legal proceedings continue, several prominent Punjabi celebrities have come forward to express their support for the singer. Himanshi Khurrana took to her Instagram stories to share her own experience, writing, “I went through something similar in 2017. I used to cry and beg, asking them not to ruin my work. I was out of work and money for seven months. My mom saw me and couldn’t understand what I was going through. I fought silen
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PollywoodMar 12, 2025

Here comes Shaunki Sardar

The highly anticipated teaser for the Punjabi film Shaunki Sardar has finally dropped, and it’s sparking a wave of excitement among fans of Punjabi cinema. Supported by Zee Studios, the movie features a star-studded cast, including singer-actor Maan, music sensation Guru Randhawa, veteran actor Guggu Gill, and Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, who makes her debut in the Punjabi film industry. Directed by Dheeraj Kedarnath Rattan, this action-packed thriller is set to release in theatres on May 16, 2025. The teaser delivers a powerful glimpse of an intense, high-octane story filled with drama, fier

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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