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New Delhi: Actor Sunny Kaushal is embracing a bold new musical identity, and he's doing it 30,000 feet in the air. The actor, known for his performances in films like Shiddat and Gold, has made an unexpected but striking debut in the Punjabi rap scene with his latest single, Mid Air Freeverse. What sets this track apart is not just its high-octane vibe -- but where and how it was written. In an interview with Esquire, Sunny shared that he wrote the entire song mid-flight, scribbling lyrics with pen and pad while flying from Delhi to Mumbai. "It's a Punjabi track that blends my musical loves -- hip-hop, rap, Punjabi folk, poetry. Even though it's hip-hop at heart, it carries a bhangra vibe. I wrote it mid-flight, literally -- Delhi to Bombay, pen and pad in hand. Naming it was tricky, since there's no hook or catchy chorus -- just 64 bars of rap. So Mid Air Freeverse felt right -- it captured the rawness of writing in mid-air and the free-form style." The track showcases an unfiltered side of Sunny rarely seen on screen. He explained, "The song doesn't zero in on a single story -- it's a snapshot of me, my day-to-day, my essence. There's the public Sunny Kaushal, but then there's Sunsunnykhez -- my artist alias, my truest self. This song is a window into that." Performing under his artist persona Sunsunnykhez, Sunny brings powerful flow, emotional grit, and cultural texture to the performance -- dressed in a sleek suit and delivering the track with confidence and passion. Fans have responded with enthusiasm to this new side of the actor, praising his lyrical depth and musical shift. With the Punjabi rap space expanding rapidly, Mid Air Freeverse stands out not just for its origin story, but for its authenticity and energy. For Sunny Kaushal, this may just be the start of an entirely new creative journey -- one where he's not just acting, but rapping his truth.
Riding high on the resounding success of his sold-out UAE concert produced and presented by Team Innovation, critically acclaimed Punjabi music icon AP Dhillon has announced his much-anticipated return to India with an expansive 8-city arena tour. This landmark run marks Dhillon's homecoming following last year's sold-out performances across select cities. AP Dhillon's 'One of One' India Tour 2025 touted as his most ambitious tour to date and marking his third run in India, is set to kick off in ...Read More >
India's cricket sensation Abhishek Sharma has once again captured the nation's attention, this time off the field. Fresh from his stellar performances in the Asia Cup 2025, where he played a pivotal role in India's triumph over Pakistan, Sharma brought the same energy and charisma to his sister Komal Sharma's wedding shagun ceremony, leaving fans buzzing on social media. Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma's Stellar Performance Abhishek Sharma emerged as the Player of the Series at the Asia Cup 2025 ...Read More >
Ed Sheeran has collaborated with Indian musicians for his new project. Ed Sheeran/ Instagram Mumbai: Popstar Ed Sheeran has unveiled Play - The Remixes EP, a new project that features collaborations with some of India's most celebrated artists, including Karan Aujla, Arijit Singh, Jonita Gandhi, Hanumankind, Dhee and composer Santhosh Narayanan. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) The four-track EP reimagines songs from Sheeran's chart-topping ninth album ...Read More >
Grammy-winning artist Pitbull's much-awaited return to India has been cancelled, with organisers citing "operational constraints" as the reason behind the decision. The 'I'm Back' India Tour, which was announced just days ago, had scheduled performances in Gurugram on December 6 and Hyderabad on December 8. Both shows have now been called off, disappointing fans who were eagerly looking forward to seeing the global hitmaker live. The cancellation comes less than a week after tickets went on sale ...Read More >
At Yo Yo Honey Singh's Mumbai concert, illegal laser lights were used, and around 20,000 people attended the event, while the police had been informed that only 12,000 people would be present. Famous singer-rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh is once again embroiled in controversy. The issue is related to his music concert held at Mumbai's MMRDA Grounds on March 28. A throng of admirers gathered to witness his performance, and snippets from the show quickly spread across social media. Yet, the event is now ...Read More >
Navi Mumbai: An 18-year-old college student was arrested in Assam for sending a death threat message to city rapper Mohammad Bilal Shaikh, also known as Emiway Bantai, and demanding Rs 1 crore in extortion. The student, Arnav Ramen Kumar Haloi, claimed to be Goldy Brar, an aide of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and the alleged mastermind of the 2022 murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala. The threat message was sent on May 25, coinciding with the release of an online teaser for a music video in tribute to Moose Wala.ACP Mayur Bhujbal said that Haloi, a first-year B.Com student from Sonitpur dist ...Read More >
Grammy Award winner Pitbull is set to electrify Indian audiences with concerts in Gurugram on December 6 and Hyderabad on December 8 as part of his 'I'm Back' tour. This marks the rapper's return to India, where he has previously performed multiple times, including at the IPL opening ceremony and a high-profile wedding. American rapper and Grammy Award winner Pitbull is set for concerts in Indian cities, including Gurugram and Hyderabad. The musician will first perform at HUDA Grounds in Gurugr ...Read More >
Actress Parineeti Chopra, who is currently shooting for her next project in Goa, recently shared a glimpse of her "night shift" on social media. On Sunday, the 'Kesari' star took to her Instagram stories and offered fans a peek into her filming sessions in the coastal state. She posted a photo from the sets and wrote in the caption, "Chalo night shift karne." A photo of the script, featuring her name, is also visible. A few days ago, the 'Ishaqzaade' shared a "scientific" take on the universal struggle of sleep deprivation. She posted a candid photo of herself, humorously mentioning that alt ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Sunny Kaushal has ventured into the world of music with the release of his debut urban Punjabi rap track, "Mid Air Freeverse." The actor-turned-rapper shared that the song is especially close to his heart, as he has poured his emotions and creativity into every line. Speaking about his rap song, Sunny stated, "It's a super fun track, and I've poured my heart into it. I genuinely had a great time creating it, and I really hope fans and listeners enjoy it just as much while listening." Navjosh Singh, Head of A&R at Mass Appeal, added, "When the opportunity ...Read More >
Mumbai Oct 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) King has been roped in as one of the mentors in Amazon MX Player music reality series "I-POPSTAR". He, along with Aastha Gill, Aditya Rikhari, and Parmish Verma, will be seen guiding contestants, evaluating their performances, and pushing them to explore new creative heights. Spilling his excitement about guiding the next generation of musicians, King shared that "I-POPSTAR" is a platform where raw talent meets opportunity. "Every contestant brings something speci ...Read More >
His debut studio album, The College Dropout, received acclaim. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Kanye West, now known as Ye, will perform in India on March 29 in New Delhi * The concert will feature expansive staging, cinematic visuals, and a career-spanning setlist * Ye has 11 US Billboard 200 number-one albums and five Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: American rapper-songwriter Kanye W ...Read More >
In a viral video, AP Dhillon performs for Malaika Arora, who looks stunning in a brown dress as fans sing along with them. Global Punjabi music sensation AP Dhillon, who recently performed in Mumbai, was seen dedicating a song to Bollywood actress Malaika Arora during his live concert. A video capturing the moment has taken social media by storm, sparking a wave of fan reactions. In a video shared by Filmygyan, AP Dhillon is seen holding a guitar while being joined on stage by Malaika Arora, wh ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 17 (PTI) Popstar Ed Sheeran has unveiled "Play - The Remixes EP", a new project that features collaborations with some of India's most celebrated artists, including Karan Aujla, Arijit Singh, Jonita Gandhi, Hanumankind, Dhee and composer Santhosh Narayanan. The four-track EP reimagines songs from Sheeran's chart-topping ninth album "Play", which hit No. 1 in the UK and across several countries earlier this year. Leading the project is "Symmetry", a Punjabi-English fusion featuring singer-rapper Karan Aujla. The song's official video, directed by Liam Pethick, showcases high-energ ...Read More >
American rapper Travis Scott will perform in Mumbai. The show is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at Mahalaxmi Race Course. Tickets go on sale July 19, 2025, on BookMyShow. The Circus Maximus World Tour 2025 includes six countries. It begins in Johannesburg and ends in Mumbai. Attendees under 16 are restricted from certain ticket categories.American rapper Travis Scott, who is heading to India for his maiden tour, has added another show to his line-up in the country. After his India debut perform ...Read More >
An advertisement promoting a community event about dementia in B.C. shows a Punjabi word that roughly translates into English as "mishap" or "accident," rather than the relatively neutral and intended word, "event." Another line in the same ad, referring to stigma, uses a Punjabi word that roughly translates to a "black spot on a person's name" -- something akin to disgrace. These are some of the mistranslations that Jessie Kaur Lehail and Reetinder Kaur, co-developers of the Punjabi Translatio ...Read More >
What has earned Param the spotlight is not just the raw energy in her voice, but also her authentic tone, powerful singing and a challenge to the typical trope of a Punjabi woman singer who often sings folk or pop. A plane cuts across the sky above a maze of tin roofs and from the crumbling homes in the alleys below, a girl, in a boxy T-shirt that says 'World Circuit' and camouflage cargos, steps out with neighbourhood children and mouths a few sharp lines in crisp Malwa Punjabi. "Ve main addi ...Read More >
Mumbai: Renowned dancer and actress Madhumati passed away at her Juhu residence at age 84 Wednesday. Her fluid movement, be it Kathak or contemporary Western, granted her pride of place in Hindi cinema from the 1950s to the 70s.Born to a Parsi judge in Thane in 1941, Madhumati's maiden name was Hutoxi Reporter. She was the sister of noted cricket umpire Pilloo Reporter. She overcame parental opposition to start her career as a dancer in a remake of Raja Harishchandra. Her first film was Zameen Ke Taare where she played the stern mother of Honey Irani. And her final cameo was as Mukri's wily be ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Rapper MC Square, who has performed the new track 'Raaj Karega Maalik' from the Rajkummar Rao-starrer 'Maalik', has spoken up on the elements of the song. 'Raaj Karega Maalik', through its powerful vocals and commanding orchestration, perfectly captures the swagger and dominance of Rajkummar Rao's gangster persona. Talking about the song, MC Square told IANS, "'Raaj Karega Maalik' speaks of power, fierceness, and standing tall. It's not about proving anything -- it's about owning who you are with pride and fire". He also shared his experience of working with ...Read More >
New Delhi: Actor Sunny Kaushal treated his fans and followers with a fiery teaser of his upcoming rap song, Mid Air Freeverse. The teaser features Sunny giving a glimpse of the adrenaline-pumping lyrics of his rap, and the whole Urban X Punjabi Munda vibe of the same, leaving the audience waiting for the release of the full song on 6th June. For Mid Air Freeverse, Sunny Kaushal elevated the song's appeal by lending his vocals, and also penning down the electrifying lyrics, only to deliver a rap ...Read More >
Bhopal, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's seven-day foreign visits to Dubai and Spain concluded on Saturday, and he is scheduled to return to New Delhi on Sunday, government officials said. Talking to media in Barcelona in Spain on Saturday, Chief Minister Yadav said that his visit has been successful as various memorandums of understanding were signed with investors to increase production, employment opportunity and farmers' income in the state. Speaking at the conclusion of his visit, the Chief Minister highlighted the state's focused efforts on developme ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 29 - Global sensation Priyanka Chopra congratulated Diljit Dosanjh on his Emmy nomination for the film "Amar Singh Chamkila". Resharing the announcement of the nomination of the Stories section of his Instagram, PeeCee penned, "Congratulations @diljitdosanjh! Punjabi Emmy's te aagaye oye, (sic)" followed by a red heart emoji. On Saturday, another B-town diva, Alia Bhatt, congratulated Diljit for bagging the prestigious Emmy nomination. She took to her Insta Stories and wrote, "Congrats @diljitdosanjh and the team behind this gem! Shining bright indeed! (sic)" On Friday, Diljit exp ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 1 (ANI): Rapper DIVINE has released a new music video titled 'Saucy', bringing together singer Riar Saab and actor Mouni Roy. The track is part of DIVINE's latest album, "Walking on Water", which showcases the rapper's journey from the Mumbai music scene to a global audience. The music video was shot in Singapore, with visuals captured at well-known locations such as the Helix Bridge, Haji Lane, and the Swissotel The Stamford Helipad. The video features Mouni Roy in a central role, performing choreographed sequences across various cityscapes. Also Read | R ...Read More >
Actress Shehnaaz Gill, known for her striking presence on social media, recently shared a video of herself along with an inspiring message about self-love. Actress Shehnaaz Gill, known for her striking presence on social media, recently shared a video of herself along with an inspiring message about self-love. On Friday, the actress posted a video where she is seen walking down a road, effortlessly posing for the camera as she embraces the moment. Gill captioned the post with a powerful message, "Life feels lighter and brighter when you learn to enjoy your own company. It's the most peaceful ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The nominations for 2025 International Emmy Awards were announced over the weekend and India bagged two nominations this year. Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh bagged his first International Emmy award nomination under the category 'Best Performance By An Actor' while the Netflix India film Amar Singh Chamkila is running in contention for the 'Best TV movie' award. Dosanjh bagged his nomination for the same Hindi film. Directed by ...Read More >
The festival promises an exhilarating opening evening featuring a stellar lineup of melodic storytellers. On October 4-5, 2025, Jio World Garden in Mumbai will transform into the ultimate Bollywood music extravaganza as YES BANK Bollywood Music Project 2025 returns for its mammoth eighth edition. The highly anticipated Mumbai edition of Asia's largest Bollywood music festival will unfold over a non-stop marathon featuring more than 30 of the industry's most iconic voices and innovators. Spanning ...Read More >
He knew the crowd had come for FE!N, and Travis Scott made sure no one left disappointed. In his debut performance at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the rapper, known to fans as La Flame, brought a full-scale spectacle of fire, sound and stagecraft - one rarely seen in the city.'This is my first time in this beautiful country'Despite a ticket resale chaos, the Diwali weekend clash, and fans debating whether to skip the show, Travis took the stage on a night when Delhi's streets were already ja ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): Neeraj Ghaywan's feature film 'Homebound', shot in Madhya Pradesh, won critical acclaim at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, a release said. The film premiered in the renowned "Un Certain Regard" section at Cannes and was the only Indian film to be featured in this prestigious category. Also Read | 'I Will Kill Him': Rapper Emiway Bantai Gets Death Threat and INR 1 Crore Ransom Demand From Gangster Goldy Brar Following Musical Tribute to Late Punjabi Singer Sidhu Moosewala. The screening was met with a standing ovation lasting nine minutes, with i ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Alia Bhatt is taking her fitness game to a new level, and it seems she has found a new passion -- padel! The actress, of late, has been spotted enjoying the fast-growing racket sport with great enthusiasm. On Friday, Alia posted a video of her where she is seen showing her prowess in the padel sport. Alongside the clip, the 'Raazi' actress wrote, "Some arguments were had over my padel obsession... #hardfacts." Dressed in sports athleisure, Alia is seen enjoying the new padel, which is the racket sport that's a mix of tennis and squash. She also added 'Apna Time ...Read More >
Gurmeet Maan, one of Punjab's most beloved folk singers has passed away, days after Rajvir Jawanda's untimely death. The industry seems to have lost its pulse twice in a row. Gurmeet Maan was more than just a singer; he was renowned for his earthy charm and deeply rooted songs. His voice embodied Punjab's spirit. He sang about the land, the people, and their stories -- the kind that transport you back to simpler times -- and was a native of Ropar who worked as a Punjab Police officer. There was ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi Premier League (DPL) begins its second season with defending champions East Delhi Riders taking on runners-up South Delhi Superstarz in the opener on Saturday. With the addition of Outer Delhi Warriors and New Delhi Tigers this season, the expanded men's edition with a total of eight teams promises to be grander. The final is scheduled for August 31. Rohan Jaitley, president of the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA), believes that the vision of transforming Delhi c ...Read More >