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PollywoodAug 02, 2022

Three Punjabi films to have Australian premiere at IFFM 2022

Punjabi films are celebrated for their wholesome entertainment and music. Recently, a few Punjabi films, which are high on content, have been selected for a special screening at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2022. The list includes Jaggi, Adh Chanani Raat and Raavi. Jaggi, directed by Anmol Sidhu and starring Ramnish Chaudhary, Harmandeep Singh, Gaurav Jasuja, Aks Mehraj and Harmeet Jassi. Adh Chanani Raat (Crescent Night) is directed by Gurvinder Singh. The cast includes SS Dhiman, Veera Gill, Samuel John, Dharminder Kaur and Jatinder Mauhar. Raavi is a short film directed by Jasmi
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PollywoodJul 29, 2022

Sidhu Moose Wala's parents get singer's tattoo inked on their arms

In the memory of Sidhu Moose Wala, his father Balkaur Singh paid an emotional tribute to the late singer by getting his face tattooed on his arm.A video was shared on Sidhu Moose Wala's Instagram page in which a tattoo artist is seen painting the former's portrait on Balkaur Singh's arm.Balkaur Singh also made the tattoo artist inscribe 'Sarwan Putt' (obedient son) on his arm in the Punjabi language.Sidhu Moose Wala's mother Charn Kaur also got inked 'Sarwan Putt' on her arm.Reportedly, the parents got tattoos from the artist who had made tattoos on Sidhu Moose Wala's arms as well.Fans became
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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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When Fame Meets Responsibility: Khan Saab’s Surrey Visit Sheds Light on Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh Takes Punjabi to Global Heights with Aryan Khan Collab: A Moment of Pride for Every Punjabi!

The recently released song ‘Tenu Ki Pata’ from the upcoming project ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood’* has created a wave of excitement, not just for its music but for what it represents. This track marks a surprising yet powerful collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh, one of Punjab’s most loved and globally recognized artists, and Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan and it’s nothing short of iconic. For years, Punjabi culture in Bollywood was limited to background songs or comic characters. But now, Punjabi and Punjabiyat are taking centre stage, not just as representation
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Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Something Has Shifted: Bollywood Steps Up for a Flooded Punjab

Jasmine Singh Bollywood has often embraced Punjab for its vibrant music, colorful culture, and high-energy presence usually in the form of chart-topping songs or scenic locations used to promote films. But rarely has the industry paused to engage with the real Punjab, its struggles, its people, its pain. That’s why what we’re seeing now feels so different. The recent floods in Punjab that have ravaged large parts of the state seem to have struck a deeper chord, prompting a kind of response we don’t often witness from the Hindi film industry. It could be the sheer scale of destruction
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BollywoodSep 10, 2025

Diljit Dosanjh, Zomato, and the Punjabi Diaspora Unite for Punjab Flood Relief

Jasmine Singh In a heartfelt blend of stardom and social responsibility, global music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with Zomato and his own Saanjh Foundation to support flood relief efforts in Punjab during his ongoing Aura world tour. While Diljit performs on stage across Australia, his heart and his team are deeply rooted in the flood-hit villages of Punjab. Zomato, known for its quirky marketing campaigns, has come forward not just to work with Diljit's Saanjh foundation for flood relief. Back home, the Punjabi diaspora isn’t far behind. Communities from Canada’s Surrey (o