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PollywoodJan 29, 2024

Padma award for Nirmal Rishi

Veteran actress Nirmal Rishi have been conferred Padma Shri award 2024 for her exemplary work and lifetime dedication to Punjabi cinema. With a remarkable career extending over six decades in both theatre and film, the legendary Nirmal Rishi, an iconic figure of Punjabi cinema, is honored to share this award with Pran Sabharwal, a notable theatre actor hailing from Patiala. Renowned for her captivating performances on stage, Nirmal Rishi embarked on her artistic journey under the guidance of Harpal and Neena Tiwana, esteemed figures in Punjab's theatrical scene. Nirmal Rishi has also dedica
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PollywoodJan 26, 2024

Return of Parmish Verma

It appears that Punjabi singer-actor Parmish Verma is all set to recreate the success of his film Dil Diyan Gallan. Recently, Parmish took to his Instagram account to unveil the first look poster of his upcoming movie titled Tabaah, starring alongside Wamiqa Gabbi. Interestingly, the film is set to hit theaters on May 3, 2024, coinciding exactly with the release date of Dil Diyan Gallan, which also starred Wamiqa Gabbi. Directed by Parmish Verma and scripted by Gurjind Mann, the film highlights Parmish's remarkable transformation for his role. Alongside Wamiqa Gabbi, Parmish will be seen shar
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PollywoodJan 23, 2024

No Kids play

Famous Punjabi rapper The Kidd aka Gagandeep Singh known to give bhangra melodies and hip-hop beats to some famous singers and rappers like Sidhu Moosewala and Diljit Dosanjh has unknowingly stepped into controversy. The Kidd recently deleted all his posts on Instagram confusing his fans and opponents about what the artist is up to. The Kidd who has worked very closely with Sidhu Moosewala has offered no explanation for this act. Rumor has it that The Kidd is starting a new set of collaborations with certain artists who do not share a good rapport with late Sidhu Moosewala, which is why he h
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PollywoodJan 23, 2024

All hate and no love!

Punjabi singer Mani Longia who is known for his tracks Din Vaar Vaar, Balle Balle has found himself right in the middle of a controversy. The Punjabi singer was recently performing live on stage when towards the end of his show some fans requested him to sing singer Sidhu Moosewala’s songs. Mani denied this request saying that although he respects Sidhu a lot, he is not Sidhu Moosewala and he will not sing his songs. Not only this, Mani went ahead to target Punjabi singers who are still cashing on Sidhu’s death by posting his pictures and pictures of his father, Balkaur Singh Sidhu. This
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PollywoodJan 19, 2024

AP Dhillon & rapper Nav to play Coachella 2024

After Internationally renowned artist Diljit Dosanjh made history by being the first Punjabi artist to play at Coachella 2023, now it is Vancouver-based AP Dillon’s chance to take the Caloifornia festival’s stage by storm. Coachella recently released their lineup for 2024. The music festival returns from April 12-21 with Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, AP Dhillon, Nav, India-based Def Jam artist Sid Sriram to name a few. Both AP Dhillon and Nav known to blend Punjabi lyrics with trap and hip-hop beats will be playing this year’s festival, which takes place on the weekends of April 12-14 and Ap
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PollywoodJan 19, 2024

Chudail takes on Gippy

Punjabi singer actor Gippy Grewal is doing well. While his fans are waiting to see him in the action-thriller Warning 2, Gippy Grewal surprised everyone by releasing the first look poster of his upcoming film, Jatt Nu Chudail Takri releasing on March 15, 2024. It is being said that Jatt Nu Chudail Takri is a multi-actress film with interesting concept and equally catchy storyline. The film is written by Amberdeep Singh of Love Punjab and Jodi fame, and it boasts of a battery of actors from Gippy Grewal, Sargun Mehta, Roopi Gill, Amrit Amby, Nirmal Rishi, BN Sharma and Deedar Gill. Gippy rele
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PollywoodJan 17, 2024

Gippy is on a spiritual roll

Gippy Grewal is back in Chandigarh from Canada for yet another movie shoot, and this one is the much-awaited third instalment of Punjabi film Ardaas. The threquel of the film titled Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di is currently one of the most prestigious spiritual films to be made in Punjabi cinema. Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di is directed and written by Gippy Grewal and it plans to retain the stellar cast of Gippy Grewal, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Malkeet Rauni, Prince Kanwaljit with an addition of popular television actor, Jasmin Bhasin. The third instalment also guarantees an enigmatic and blissful ride.
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PollywoodJan 17, 2024

Shah Rukh Khan is a fan of Punjabi movie Warning: Prince Kanwaljit Singh

The trailer of the much-awaited Punjabi thriller Warning 2 has already struck a chord with the audiences, but it is the famous one-liner, “Veere Pamma Bolda,” that has caught everyone’s attention. So, Connect Cine decided to invite Pamma aka Prince Kanwaljit for a one-on-one candid chat. In a freewheeling fun conversation with our host Jasmine Singh, Prince Kanwaljit spoke at length about his upcoming film Warning 2, Gippy's role in his life and career, Punjabi film actors opening production houses and more. Prince Kanwaljit who is known to pick out of the box roles, was accompanied b
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PollywoodJan 16, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: Jassa Dhillon on casteism in Punjabi music industry

Punjabi singer Jassa Dhillon who is known for his songs Raule, Talja Talja had a candid conversation about caseteism in Punjabi music industry. Talking to Connect Cine, Jassa Dhillon was quick to add that he does not believe in giving interviews, but he has a strong fondness for Connect FM Canada because it was at this media house that he gave his very first interview which went viral on YouTube. “My fans know a lot about me, and I do not know what more to tell them,”said Jassa Dhillon talking about how he would rather let his music talk instead of sharing mundane details about his life

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PollywoodNov 05, 2026

Sunanda Sharma Brings Her Mother on Stage for the First Time, Wins Hearts

Popular Punjabi singer and actress Sunanda Sharma performed live at a college in Mohali on Wednesday night, captivating the audience with her energetic performance. However, the highlight of the concert was an emotional moment when Sunanda brought her mother on stage for the first time and introduced her to her fans. Holding her mother's hand, Sunanda walked her onto the stage and asked the audience to switch on their mobile phone flashlights. Looking at the stadium illuminated with lights, she told her mother, "Mom, look how beautiful this view is from here. This is what I do every day." Suna
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Accused of Threatening Ayushmann Khurrana and Tusshar Kapoor Arrested

Mumbai Police have arrested a man accused of threatening Bollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Tusshar Kapoor. The Mumbai Police Crime Branch detained Vaibhav Mishra, an IT professional, from Bengaluru. According to police, the accused had also sent similar threatening emails to several other people. Police clarified that Mishra has no links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The accused allegedly sent threatening audio messages to Khurrana and Kapoor in the name of the Lawrence gang, demanding crores of rupees from them.
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BollywoodNov 02, 2026

Actor Imran Khan Apologises Unconditionally After Bombay High Court Rebuke

Actor Imran Khan has issued an unconditional apology after the Bombay High Court reprimanded him on Monday for participating in protests against the Chief Election Commissioner and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. A bench comprising Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna observed that only Indian citizens have the fundamental right to participate in protests. The court also remarked that India was being lenient by issuing a notice to the US citizen, who holds an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, instead of immediately deporting him. Followin
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BollywoodOct 27, 2026

‘CID’ Creator B.P. Singh Dies of Heart Attack

Brijendra Pal Singh, popularly known as B.P. Singh, the producer of hit television shows CID and Aahat, passed away on Tuesday morning after suffering a heart attack. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit shared the news in a post on Instagram, confirming that Singh suffered a cardiac arrest earlier in the morning. His last rites will be performed on October 28. Singh gained nationwide recognition for producing CID, one of India’s longest-running crime-based television shows, which entertained audiences for nearly two decades.
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PollywoodOct 23, 2026

Diljit Dosanjh’s Delhi Concert Gets Security Clearance, Show on October 30

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh’s concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi has received security clearance from Delhi Police. The concert is scheduled for October 30. Officials said the approval was granted on Friday after a meeting to discuss security arrangements, traffic management and crowd control. The clearance had initially been withheld due to security concerns. The Delhi concert will mark the beginning of Diljit’s Aura India Tour, which will also cover cities including Indore, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Lucknow. Ticket prices have been capped at ₹18,000, with several oth