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PollywoodJul 28, 2022

Sidhu Moosewala honored with Dada Saheb Phalke award

Recently Punjabi artist Sidhu Moosewala, (posthumously) has been awarded with Dada Saheb Phalke Award. The award was received by Afsana Khan and her husband Saajz. The duo went on to the stage, accepted the highly acclaimed award on the behalf of Sidhu Moosewala. Afsana was also requested to sing a few lines from Sidhu Moosewala's songs, and the singer chose to sing a chunk from Sidhu’s viral song 295 and also performed his signature thaapi!Afsana took it to her Instagram account and shared the video of the same. And in the caption, she also quoted, ‘Legends Never Die’. Dada Saheb Phalke
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PollywoodJul 28, 2022

Neeru Bajwa unveils her pregnancy mystery!

Punjabi actor Neeru Bajwa recently took her Instagram handle to announce her upcoming Punjabi movie called Beautiful Billo. The film will witness an OTT release on Zee5 on August 11, 2022. Neeru shared the announcement poster of the film on her social media account. The film will star Neeru Bajwa, Roshan Prince and Rubina Bajwa in the leading roles. The project is directed by Santhosh Subhash Thite and presented by Neeru Bajwa Entertainment, Omjee Star Studios and Sarin Productions.
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PollywoodJul 27, 2022

Punjabi singer Balwinder Safri dies at 63; music industry mourns demise

Veteran Punjabi singer Balwinder Safri passed away on Tuesday.He was 63. The 'Tu hoor sohniye' singer was admitted to the New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton, UK, in April 2022 owing to heart issues. After triple bypass surgeries, the singer went into coma after facing brain damage. After spending 86 days in the hospital, Safri was discharged and was on the road to recovery but couldn't survive and passed away on July 26.Several artistes from the Punjabi music industry paid condolences on social media.Punjabi actor Neeru Bajwa remembered the ‘Par linghade’ singer and wrote, "Menu yaad hai
PollywoodJul 26, 2022

Shehnaaz Gill to work with Anil Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar in Rhea Kapoor's next?

'Bigg Boss 13' fame Punjabi actor Shehnaaz Gill has been gathering headlines for a long time. Now it has been reported that the actor might be a part of producer Rhea Kapoor's upcoming project.As per media reports, the '28-year-old actor has now bagged the role in Rhea Kapoor's next women-oriented film, helmed by her husband Karan Boolani.The film also features veteran actors Anil Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar in the lead roles and will showcase the 'Honsla Rakh' actor in a very different avatar.Shehnaaz is well known for her bubbly nature and is among one of the most loved 'Bigg Boss' contestants
PollywoodJul 25, 2022

Tarsem Jassar & Simi Chahal’s film Rabb Da Radio 3 postponed

Punjabi film Rabb Da Radio 3 was announced back in 2021 and was expected to hit the silver screens on 8 April 2022. But now we hear that the film has been postponed and Tarsem Jassar has finally made the official announcement regarding the same. Rabb Da Radio 3 will now be released on March 30, 2023. Just like Rabb Da Radio and Rabb Da Radio 2, will star Tarsem Jassar and Simi Chahal in the leading roles. The film is directed by Sharan Art who has also directed the second installment of the hit franchise. The upcoming film will be presented by Vehli Janta Films and Omjee Films, and is being pr
PollywoodJul 21, 2022

Ammy Virk, Tania Singh’s ‘Oye Makhna' to release in November

Punjabi actor Ammy Virk's new film 'Oye Makhna' is all set to be out in theatres on November 4, 2022. It was earlier supposed to hit the theatres on September 9.Sharing the update, Ammy said, "We have invested a great deal of passion and love in this film and the audience will see it for themselves on November 4. All of us on the sets share great chemistry and we are sure that Oye Makhna will be a treat for the audiences and fans."'Oye Makhna', which is touted as a rom-com, has been produced under the Yoodlee banner."The final cut of 'Oye Makhna' has exceeded our expectations and we are confid
PollywoodJul 18, 2022

Karan Aujla pays tribute to Sidhu Moosewala at a Live Concert in Australia

Punjabi singer Karan Aujla was seen paying his homage to late singer Sidhu Moosewala at a live concert in Perth, Australia, the first destination from where he starts his world tour; Way Ahead. He began the concert and paid tribute to not only Sidhu Moosewala, but to Deep Sidhu and Sandeep Ambian as well.It is a known fact that Karan Aujla and Sidhu Moosewala did not share a great on stage relationship. Both were seen as each others biggest competitors; hence their fans were always engaged in war of words online. Earlier too, various artists associated with the Punjabi and mainstream entertain
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PollywoodJul 15, 2022

Watch Ammy Virk, Sonam Bajwa's ‘Sher Bagga' on Prime Video on July 24

Punjabi actors Ammy Virk and Sonam Bajwa's Punjabi movie “Sher Bagga” will be available for streaming on Prime Video from July 24, the streamer announced on Friday.Directed by Jagdeep Sidhu, the comedy released theatrically on June 24 and received positive to mixed reviews from the critics.The film follows Shera (Virk), a man on a journey to find the love of his life, who meets Gulab (Bajwa). Both get together but Gulab ends up pregnant. While she is unsure about bearing the child, Shera wants to become a father and this creates a tight spot for the unlikely couple, according to the offici
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PollywoodJul 14, 2022

Gippy Grewal drops the much-awaited track Mutiyare Ni

Punjabi singer, actor, film director and producer Gippy Grewal has rolled out his brand-new track Mutiyare Ni. Gippy's new song is written by Happy Rajkoti and the video features Gippy along with Ukrainian model Olya Kryvenda.Talking about the song, Gippy says, “I am extremely delighted to collaborate with Believe Artist Services. They are focused to go beyond the top music markets and support and develop artistes at the regional level and help bring them to the forefront of a huge audience. The company truly believes in helping the artiste at every stage of his career. As a Punjabi artiste,

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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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PollywoodJun 27, 2025

Industry body urges Sunny Deol, Imtiaz Ali to distance themselves from Diljit Dosanjh

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has formally requested that actor Sunny Deol and director Imtiaz Ali cut all professional associations with singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh. The call comes amid growing backlash surrounding Dosanjh’s upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3, which stars Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Although the film will not hit Indian theaters, it is scheduled for an overseas release this Friday. FWICE issued individual letters to both Deol and Ali, voicing the collective disapproval within the film industry and urging them to immediately step away from any collabora
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PollywoodJun 26, 2025

Mika Singh calls Diljit Dosanjh fake singer

Mika Singh has taken a public swipe at fellow singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh following the overseas release of Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The move comes in the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack, prompting Mika to express his disapproval over collaborating with Pakistani talent during heightened India-Pakistan tensions. Without naming Diljit Dosanjh directly, Mika posted an Instagram story with a collage of the two artists, making his target obvious. Labeling him a “fake singer,” Mika criticized the timing of the release and questioned the ethics of i
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PollywoodJun 26, 2025

Sunanda Sharma makes her relationship public

Punjabi singer and actress Sunanda Sharma has taken social media by storm, not with a new song or film announcement this time, but by offering a rare glimpse into her personal life. Known for her vibrant personality, powerful vocals, and chart-topping hits, Sunanda has always kept her private affairs under wraps until now. In a surprising move, the star shared a series of photos on her Instagram, casually tagging someone as her “boyfriend.” What caught everyone's attention, however, was the intriguing composition of the photo: while Sunanda is clearly visible, her boyfriend’s identity