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PollywoodMay 26, 2021

Chris Gayle is a ‘Punjabi Daddy’

West Indies batsman Chris Gayle known for his flamboyance is all set to play the role of a ‘Punjabi daddy’ for his upcoming project that he is shooting for. This update was shared by Chris on his Instagram story. In the post, Chris is wearing a red colored turban and he captioned it- “Can’t wait to shoot tomorrow”. Nothing much has been revealed about the project and when it is set to release and how.
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PollywoodMay 25, 2021

​Parmish Verma is charged up for Rocky Mental’s sequel

Punjabi actor-singer Parmish Verma, who opened his innings in Punajbi film industry with action-drama Rocky Mental is all set to woo the audiences with the film's sequel. Parmish took to his Instagram handle to share this news with his fans. Parmish shared his workout videos and captioned it- “#MentalReturns Soon. Who’s Waiting ?” As per a source, Parmish has been working on his physique for the past six months. Recently, he took to his social media handle to share about the same. He posted a picture of him from the gym alongside his trainer and wrote - “House with a 100% Dedication bu
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PollywoodMay 25, 2021

Check out Ranjit Bawa’s ‘Lehmberginni’!

Punjabi singer-actor Ranjit Bawa recently took his fans by surprise when he shared the first look posters of his upcoming films and song. Apparently, Ranjit Bawa announced one of his upcoming movies ‘Akal De Anne’, on Monday he shared the trailer of his new song ‘Fikar Kari Na Ammiye’, and on Tuesday he shared an update on his yet another Punjabi movie titled ‘Lehmbergini’. Ranjit already has his plate full with back to back releases this year, starting ‘Baraati Furrr’, MIB-Kaali Kachchiyan Wale’, ‘Khao Piyo Aish Karo’ and ‘Daddy Cool Munde Fool 2’.
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PollywoodMay 21, 2021

Parmish Verma and Gagan Kokri's hard-hitting response to Garry Sandhu’s comment

Recently, Punjabi singer Garry Sandhu took to his Instagram to announce his song Ishq, where one of his fan mocked in his comments section and pleaded Garry to not stop singing and also wrote a comment which read, 'jidda di vi awaaz nikaldi assi sunn leya krne aa gaane'. Garry Sandhu seems have gotten offended with this and replied by pointing out names of singers like Parmish Verma, Gagan Kokri, Neetu and Harman Cheema and said that he can still sing better than them. He mocked at these singers and also added that he had kept this in his heart for long but finally he's got the courage to admi
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PollywoodMay 21, 2021

Singer Jasbir Jassi asks for Ishika Taneja’s dil

Popular singer Jasbir Jassi who is known for his all-time favourite dance track, Dil Legi Kudi, is now back with yet another ‘dil’ track titled Dil Mangdi with T-Series. Directed by Pramod Sharma, the lyrics of the song are penned bv Jasbir Jassi and the music is by Sakaar and Jerry Singh. The track stars former Miss India contestant Ishika Taneja and the international dancer and actor Aneesha Madhok. Talking about the song Jasbir Jassi said that Dil Mangdi is a fun Punjabi track with peppy beats and beautiful visuals and is hoping that listeners enjoy it. Dil Mangdi is out now on T-Ser
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PollywoodMay 20, 2021

Spreading awareness in Punjabi comic style!

Amidst the pandemic, all artists are trying their bit to spread awareness regarding Covid-19, whether it is about getting vaccinated or maintaining social distance and wearing masks. Many Punjabi singers and actors have also gone ahead and shared their photographs of getting their first jab of vaccination. Now, all the well-known comedian actors of the Punjabi entertainment industry including Jaswinder Bhalla, Binnu Dhillon, Karamjit Anmol, Naresh Kathooria and several others have come together in their own unique style to spread awareness. Taking to their respective social media handles, the
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PollywoodMay 20, 2021

Renowned theatre artiste Gurcharan Singh Channi succumbs to Covid

Covid claimed the life of NSD alumnus and theatre personality Gurcharan Singh Channi on Thursday morning. He had been on a ventilator for a while in Chandigarh. Director of Centre for Education & Voluntary Action (CEVA), Gurcharan Singh Channi was a Fulbright Scholar at Boston University College of Communication. He is the recipient of the Sangeet Natak Academi Award for community theatre. Right from his first play, 'Dafa 144', 'Zindagi Retire Nahi Hoti' to the latest 'Rocket ho ya Bomb, Pehno Condom', Channi's plays have been a theatre of the people, for the people and by the people. Chan
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PollywoodMay 17, 2021

Karan Aujla says ‘BacDAfucUP’

Punjabi singer Karan Aujla has finally announced the title of his upcoming music album, which is titled 'BacDAfucUP'. The debut album by Karan Aujla will release on the music label, Speed Records. The music will be produced by Truskool.The announcement comes 'exactly' one day after Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala released his first track from the album Moosetape. It is a known fact that these two singers do not see eye-to-eye, and it is being said that Karan Aujla released the name of the album only in retaliation to Sidhu's track! Nothing much has been revealed about the album yet, neither
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PollywoodMay 17, 2021

Diljit Dosanjh gets his first dose of Covid vaccine

Popular Bollywood and Pollywood actor Diljit Dosanjh took to his social media story to share the news that he too has got his first jab of the Covid-19 vaccine. Diljit shared a glimpse of his record card which had his last name, Singh, alongside his date of birth, and the name of the first dose. Many Punjabi artists are getting vaccinated and spreading the word among their fans. Meanwhile, on the work front, Diljit Dosanjh will be seen in Punjabi film ‘Jodi’, ‘Honsla Rakh’ and ‘Ranna Cha Dhanna’.

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PollywoodSep 15, 2025

When Fame Meets Responsibility: Khan Saab’s Surrey Visit Sheds Light on Punjab Flood Relief Efforts

Jasmine Singh As devastating floods continue to affect countless lives in Punjab, the global Punjabi community has risen to the occasion with solidarity, support, and compassion. From local residents to international organizations, help has been pouring in from across the world. Among those stepping forward are not only charitable groups but also public figures who are using their platforms to raise awareness and gather aid. This week, celebrated Punjabi and Sufi singer Khan Saab paid a heartfelt visit to Connect Media Network’s office in Surrey, where he engaged in a candid conversation wi
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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
BollywoodSep 15, 2025

Aabeer Gulaal Sparks Hope for Art Beyond Borders: Why Cinema Should Rise Above Politics

Earlier this year, excitement buzzed across the subcontinent with the announcement that Pakistani actor Fawad Khan would return to Bollywood in the romantic comedy Aabeer Gulaal (initially titled Abir Gulaal). Starring opposite Indian actress Vaani Kapoor, the film was set to mark Fawad’s long awaited comeback to Indian cinema after nearly a decade a return that many hoped would also signal a return to artistic collaboration between India and Pakistan. Fawad’s Bollywood career came to a halt following the 2016 Uri terror attack, after which a ban on Pakistani artists in India was impose
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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