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Mumbai, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Despite reportedly being banned by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh continues to be a part of "Border 2". During an exclusive conversation with IANS, FWICE president B N Tiwari revealed if 'Border 2' makers, T-series pressurized them to lift the ban from Diljit. Speaking to IANS, Tiwari said, "If you consider a request pressure then you can call it pressure. We have good relations with T-series. We visited them four times and warned them that they could not continue with the shoot, but they kept on asking us for a chance. They were unable to find a different combination of artists for their film. When they showed their incapability, it was our duty to come up with a solution as it was our country's money at stake." The FWICE President further informed that the producer of "Border 2" had written a letter requesting them to let Diljit be a part of the movie. He also disclosed that the makers urged them to let Diljit be a part of the movie as a majority part of the shoot had already been completed, and it would have been difficult for them to find another combination of actors for the war drama. The makers also informed them that they had already filmed most of the action sequences, and hence replacing Diljit would be extremely difficult. Amidst backlash for Diljit for working with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in "Sardaar Ji 3" FWICE had written a letter to Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta, Nidhi Dutta, and Anurag Singh, urging them to remove Diljit from the sequel. "The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), representing the core workforce of the Indian film and television industry, is deeply disappointed and concerned by the casting of actor-singer Mr. Diljit Dosanjh in your upcoming film Border 2 produced under the banner of JP Films in collaboration with T-Series and directed by Mr. Anurag Singh. By choosing to collaborate with an artist who has so brazenly ignored the ongoing tensions and national sentiment, your production has directly undermined the stand taken by the Indian film industry in solidarity with the nation," the letter read.
Kareena Kapoor Khan brought a deeply personal and touching element to her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi by requesting him to write a heartfelt message for her two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan, who were unable to attend the event. A memorable highlight from the gathering showcased Kareena watching intently, her expression radiating pride and warmth, as the Prime Minister inscribed a note dedicated to her children, affectionately called "Tim and Jeh."Kareena Kapoor Khan added ...Read More >
Ed Sheeran, Shah Rukh Khan, and Arijit Singh unite for a song?: Fans worldwide have been enthralled by British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's recent trip to India, particularly because of his encounters with Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and Arijit Singh. Sheeran posted some sweet moments of friendship on Instagram, including Shah Rukh Khan jokingly repeating the hook of Sheeran's upcoming song "Sapphire," and a calm coffee conversation with Arijit Singh on a barge. Sheeran immersed himself in Indi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Despite an uncertain and challenging global economic backdrop, the Indian economy remains a key driver of global growth -- underpinned by sound macroeconomic fundamentals and prudent macroeconomic policies, RBI said in its latest Financial Stability Report. Elevated economic and trade policy uncertainties are testing the resilience of the global economy and the financial system. Also Read | 'I Stand Firmly With Diljit': Actor Naseeruddin Shah Comes Out in Support of Punjabi Singer-Actor Diljit Dosanjh Amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' Controversy. "Financial markets rema ...Read More >
Baby John is releasing on 25th December 2024. Reportedly, Salman Khan will also make a special appearance in the film. Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh have set the internet on fire with their song "Nain Matakka" from the upcoming film Baby John. To add to the excitement, today, the actor shared a set of behind-the-scenes (BTS) photos featuring Keerthy Suresh and Diljit Dosanjh. In no time, it went viral, and fans also reacted to it. Taking to his Instagram handle, Varun Dhawan shared photos to see how they have prepared for the song. "#nainmatakka crazy energy on this set. Are u doing the na ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood star Varun Dhawan has heaped praise on actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who worked alongside him in the series "Citadel: Honey Bunny", and said that she is the "best co-star ever". Samantha took to Instagram, where she shared a sequence of pictures from the success party. The photographs featured the actress along with Varun, the creators Raj and DK and the entire crew of the show. "A beautiful evening spent with the loveliest people, my heart overflowing with gratitude. #CitadelHoneyBunny," she wrote as the caption. Varun took to the comment section and praised Samantha: "Th ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI) A day after the members of Raj Kapoor's family met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan thanked him for inviting them to "commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy" of their grandfather ahead of the cinema icon's birth centenary. The Kapoor family, including actors Ranbir Kapoor, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, and Neetu Kapoor, met the prime minister on Tuesday and invited him to the Raj Kapoor Film Festival to be held to celebrate the occasion. December 14, 2024 marks the 100th birth anniversary of Raj Kapoor, an actor, editor, a director, and ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27: Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has landed in legal trouble for lending his support to Diljit Dosanjh and his decision to work with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in "Sardaar Ji 3". A complaint has been filed against him in the Parliament Street police station, Delhi regarding the statement made by him in support of Pakistani artists. According to the complaint, releasing "Sardaar Ji 3" starring a Pakistani actress in the backdrop of the horrific Pahalgam attack is against the national sentiment. It further noted that Jassi's statement is going viral on social media, enraging the ...Read More >
Mumbai: Kareena Kapoor Khan Monday celebrated 25 years in the Hindi film industry, taking to social media to share heartfelt memories from her debut film Refugee. The actress took a nostalgic trip down memory lane, revisiting cherished moments from her debut film "Refugee." Taking to Instagram, Bebo posted a couple of her throwback photos from the movie and captioned it simply, "25 years and forever to go ..." The post featured a mix of solo pictures of Kareena and photos alongside her 'Refugee' co-star Abhishek Bachchan. The Udta Punjab actress also tagged director JP Dutta, Abhishek, Jackie ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 1 (PTI) Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah on Tuesday came under attack from a BJP MLA in Maharashtra for defending Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh over collaboration with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in his movie Sardaar Ji 3. Shah had shared his views in a Facebook post on Monday, which he later deleted. Talking to reporters in Vidhan Bhawan premises in south Mumbai, BJP MLA Ram Kadam termed Shah's remarks anti-Hindu and sought a public apology from the veteran actor. Shah had hurt the sentiments of crores of Hindus, Kadam said. "Why is Naseeruddin Shah equating Kailasa with P ...Read More >
Mumbai: Despite the ongoing controversy surrounding his film Sardaar Ji 3, actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh has chosen to maintain his calm and composure. As debates rage online, the artist continues to keep a dignified silence, showing no visible signs of stress or distraction. Diljit recently took to Instagram to share a set of photos that reflect his unbothered attitude. The 'Udta Punjab' actor was seen posing confidently in his private jet, dressed in a classic white kurta-pyjama, proudly flaunting his signature mustache. Alongside the stylish images, he wrote, "SARDAAR JI 3 Smashing Records O ...Read More >
New Delhi: Diljit Dosanjh will continue to be a part of the upcoming war drama 'Border 2', despite the uproar surrounding his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3'. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), which had earlier imposed a non-cooperation order on Diljit, has now temporarily revoked the restriction, but only for this specific project. BN Tiwari, President of FWICE, confirmed the development to India Today, stating that producer Bhushan Kumar personally appealed to the federation to allow Dosanjh to continue shooting for 'Border 2'. "Yes, ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], December 12 (ANI): Singer Diljit Dosanjh has been issued an advisory by the Chairperson of Chandigarh Commission for Protection of Child Rights ahead of his December 14 concert in the city as part of his 'Dil-Luminati' India tour. The Chandigarh Commission for Protection says that children should not be exposed to sound levels above 120 decibels, as recommended by the World Health Organisation. The commission recommends avoiding songs that promote alcohol, drugs, and violence, such as "Le Patiala Pig", "5 Tara", and "Case", even if the lyrics are modified. Additi ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjabi singer and actor Guru Randhawa recently found himself at the centre of online criticism after he appeared to take an indirect dig at Diljit Dosanjh amid the controversy surrounding the film "Sardaar Ji 3." Randhawa faced backlash from Diljit Dosanjh's fans over his cryptic posts, which were seen as subtle digs at the singer-actor, indirectly referring to the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the upcoming film. Taking to his X handle, the High Rated Gabru singer, on Thursday, tweeted, "Lakh pardesi hoyieee Apna desh nhi bhandi daa Jehre mulk ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena leader Pawan Kalyan extended heartfelt congratulations to film icon Kamal Haasan following his invitation to join the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) -- the organization responsible for presenting the Oscars. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Pawan Kalyan called Kamal Haasan's recognition a moment of "immense pride to Indian film industry". He praised Haasan as a "phenomenal actor" with cinematic brilliance spanning six decades and described him as more than just an actor -- a storyteller, director, ...Read More >
It's been 25 years since Refugee released. The film marked the debut of Abhishek Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor, two fresh faces who would go on to become big names in Bollywood. Looking back on those early days, Abhishek recently shared a fun memory from that time. He recalled how he and Kareena once had to be locked inside a projector room during a theatre visit because fans found out they were there. In an interview with SCREEN, Abhishek Bachchan said, "I have vivid memories! I was filming in Ma ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) Cinema veteran Naseeruddin Shah on Monday defended Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh amid backlash over Pakistani actor Hania Aamir's role in "Sardaar Ji 3", saying casting is not the actor-musician's responsibility. The row began last week after Dosanjh shared the trailer of "Sardaar Ji 3", which made its debut in overseas territories on June 27 and skipped release in India. Many social media users have called for a ban on Dosanjh, while trade unions like the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) and the Federation of Western lndia Cine Employees (FWICE) have critici ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 30 (UNI) Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor has reached a remarkable milestone, completing 25 years in the Indian film industry. Her debut in J.P. Dutta's 'Refugee' in 2000 marked the beginning of a journey that would redefine mainstream Bollywood femininity. Over the years, she has carved a unique niche for herself, effortlessly balancing critically acclaimed performances with mainstream box-office triumphs. To commemorate the silver jubilee of her cinematic career, Kareena shared a series of throwback photographs from 'Refugee' on Instagram, some capturing on-set moments with co-s ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh is set to perform in Chandigarh on December 14 as part of his "Dil-Luminati" India Tour. Diljit Dosanjh will perform in Chandigarh on December 14 (File photo) The Chandigarh Commission for Protection of Child Rights has advised singer Diljit Dosanjh to refrain from singing some of his hit songs, including 'Patiala Peg', at his upcoming concert in the city as they "promote" alcohol, drugs and violence and "affect" children. The 40-year-old is set to perform in Chandigarh on Decemb ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jan 21 (VOICE) Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut and Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh's fates are intertwined through their films "Emergency" and 'Panjab 95" due to the chatter around both the movies. On Tuesday morning, Diljit took to Instagram, where he posted a note apologising that his film "Panjab 95", has once again faced a hiccup in its release in India. "We are very sorry and it pains us to inform you that the movie Panjab 95 will not release on 7th Feb due to circumstances beyond our control," he wrote. The movie, which is based on the life of prominent Sikh human rights act ...Read More >
Chennai, June 27: The prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which presents the Oscar Awards each year, has now extended an invitation to one of Indian cinema's iconic stars Kamal Haasan to join it. The Academy has extended invitations to 534 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to motion pictures to join it this year and Kamal Haasan is one among them. Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said,"We are thrilled to invite this esteemed class of artists, technologists, and professionals to join the Academy. Through ...Read More >
New Delhi: The controversy surrounding 'Sardaar Ji 3' continues to escalate as sharp-eyed social media users noticed that Punjabi actress Neeru Bajwa has seemingly distanced herself from the project. The actress has reportedly unfollowed her co-stars Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actor Hania Aamir on Instagram. The film, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir, and Neeru Bajwa, is set to release overseas on June 27. But its timing and cast have triggered outrage online, with backlash centring on the inclusion of a Pakistani actor in an Indian film soon after the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that ...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 >
New Delhi: The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has requested Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah to immediately withdraw permission granted for the shooting of the film "Border 2' at the National Defence Academy (NDA) premises in Pune amid the ongoing controversy surrounding singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh. The singer-actor is facing a massive backlash for collaborating with a Pakistani artist, Hania Aamir, in his upcoming movie 'Sardaar Ji 3,' against the backdrop of continuing tensions between India and Pakistan. Diljit Dosanjh is currently working on ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Jun 29 (PTI) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday expressed grief over the death of three persons in a stampede near Lord Jagannath's chariots in Puri. Kambhampati in a post on X said: "Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the unfortunate stampede at Saradhabali, Puri. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families." "I pray to Mahaprabhu Jagannatha to grant strength to those in mourning and bless the injured with a swift and complete recovery. May His divine grace bring solace and healing to all affected by this tragedy," he said. At least three persons, ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) It was a belligerent, brilliant, and breathtaking performance from the Chennai Bulls, who were crowned the first ever champions of the Rugby Premier League, here in Mumbai, at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex. The Chennai Bulls thrashed the Delhi Redz by a scoreline of 41-0 in the final, to clinch the title. In fact, the margin of victory is the biggest across Season 1 of the GMR RPL. Meanwhile, the Hyderabad Heroes, who had finished top of the table in the league stage, came away with a third-place finish, after they won 17-12 against the Bengaluru Bra ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) Cinema veteran Naseeruddin Shah on Monday defended Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh amid backlash over Pakistani actor Hania Aamir's role in "Sardaar Ji 3", saying casting is not the actor-musician's responsibility. The row began last week after Dosanjh shared the trailer of "Sardaar Ji 3", which made its debut in overseas territories on June 27 and skipped release in India. Also Read | 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan': Vikrant Massey Opens Up on Choosing Quality Over Quantity in Films, Says Deep Preparation Matters More Than Just Shooting Days. Many social media users have call ...Read More >
With a huge rollout, Namit Malhotra's ambitious epic Ramayana has made a spectacular debut on two continents and garnered international attention. The movie, which is already regarded as one of the most anticipated film events of the decade, had a spectacular Indian premiere in nine major cities before illuminating Times Square in New York, demonstrating its genuinely global appeal. The Indian leg of the launch saw Ramayana unveiled in tremendous style across Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, ...Read More >
ISLAMABAD: Indian Deputy Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Rahul R Singh Friday claimed China used the four-day Pakistan-India conflict in May like a "live lab" to test various weapon systems and was providing all possible support to Islamabad in line with its ancient military strategy of killing the adversary with a "borrowed knife". The senior Indian military officer claimed while Pakistan was the "front face", with China extending all possible support to its all-weather ally, Turkiye was also playing a major role by supplying military hardware to Islamabad, adding that India was actually dealing w ...Read More >
The woman explained how hurtful the remarks were and why she addressed the issue publicly. She revealed that the incident made her question the friendship and led her to share her story online. A video of a woman confronting her friends for making comments about her dress has gone viral. The woman, Muskan Madaan, shared her experience from Diljit Dosanjh's recent concert in Bengaluru. In her video, she claimed that her friends talked negatively about her "short dress" behind her back. The video ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 has stormed into the North American box office top 12, earning \$876K despite no release in India. It's the only Indian film to feature alongside major Hollywood hits. Diljit Dosanjh is celebrating as his latest Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 is breaking records in North America. Even though the film didn't release in India, it is managing to impress the audiences oversees. Sardaar Ji 3, directed by Diljit Dosanjh, has made a remarkable global impact by ranking among th ...Read More >