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07 Aug

Women’s Commission Takes Suo Moto Against Karan Aujla and Yo Yo Honey Singh Over Misogynistic Lyrics

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Lifestyle, Punjab, TrendingKaran Aujla, Punjab, Yo Yo Honey Singh

Chandigarh: The Punjab State Women Commission has taken strong suo motu action against two popular Punjabi singers, citing objectionable lyrics that allegedly degrade and insult women. The Commission, acting under its authority granted by Section 12 of the Punjab State Women Commission Act, 2001, has formally raised concerns about the language used in two widely circulated songs, “MF GABRU” by Karan Aujla and “MILLIONAIRE” by Yo Yo Honey Singh. According to the Commission, both songs, which are currently trending on social media, contain expressions that promote harmful stereotypes and disrespect towards women. The Commission views such content as a serious…

01 Aug

Shah Rukh Khan Bags First National Award, Shares Best Actor Honour with Vikrant Massey

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment12th Fail, Atlee, Best Actor, Jawan, National Award, Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey

New Delhi, August 1, 2025 — In a landmark moment for Indian cinema, Shah Rukh Khan has won his first-ever National Film Award, marking a major milestone in his decades-long career. The Bollywood icon received the Best Actor award for his gripping performance in Atlee’s action-packed blockbuster Jawan. He shares the honour with Vikrant Massey, who was awarded for his moving role in 12th Fail, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.The announcement was made during a press briefing at the National Media Centre in New Delhi, where the winners of the 71st National Film Awards were officially revealed. Social media erupted…

16 Jul

SC Refuses to Lift Stay on ‘Udaipur Files’; Says Release May Cause ‘Irreparable Damage’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, IndiaCBFC, film stay order, Kanhaiya Lal murder, Supreme Court, Udaipur Files

New Delhi, July 16, 2025 — The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to lift the stay on the release of Udaipur Files – Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder, a film based on the 2022 killing of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in Udaipur, Rajasthan, observing that the release could cause “irreparable damage.”A Bench led by Justice Surya Kant, with Justice Joymalya Bagchi, deferred the matter to July 21, directing the filmmakers to await the decision of a central government panel scheduled to hear objections against the movie later on Wednesday.“If the movie is released, there will be irreparable damage. If it’s not, then…

16 Jul

‘Superman’ Roars at Indian Box Office with ₹33.43 Crore in Six Days, Outpaces Bollywood Releases

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainmentDavid Corenswet, DC Universe, James Gunn, Superman box office India

Mumbai, July 16, 2025 — James Gunn’s Superman is flying high at the Indian box office, outpacing recent Bollywood releases to emerge as the top cinematic choice for audiences this week. The superhero film, led by David Corenswet in his debut as the Man of Steel, has collected ₹33.43 crore in India within six days of release.According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film added ₹1.83 crore on Day 6, continuing a steady streak after its impressive ₹7.25 crore opening. Over the first weekend, Superman raked in more than ₹18 crore, with weekday numbers holding reasonably well despite the usual dip.The…

14 Jul

Veteran Actress B. Saroja Devi Passes Away at 87, Leaves Behind a Timeless Legacy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingB Saroja

Chennai (National Times): Indian cinema has lost one of its most iconic stars. Veteran actress B. Saroja Devi, affectionately known as “Abhinaya Saraswathi,” breathed her last on Monday morning at the age of 87. A legendary presence in the South Indian film industry, Saroja Devi’s illustrious career spanned over seven decades, with more than 200 films to her credit across Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and Hindi languages. Saroja Devi made her debut at the age of 17 with the Kannada film Mahakavi Kalidasa in 1955. Her rise to fame was meteoric, especially after her role opposite M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) in the…

10 Jul

Gangsters Claim Responsibility for Shooting at Kapil Sharma’s Café in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, EntertainmentCanada shooting, gunmen attack, Kap’s Café, Kapil Sharma, Surrey incident

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Popular Indian comedian Kapil Sharma’s newly launched café in Surrey, British Columbia, became the scene of violence after unidentified gunmen opened fire on the building where the café operates. In a significant development, notorious gangsters Harjit Singh Laddi and Kulbir Sidhu have claimed responsibility for the attack. Both individuals are reportedly linked to the Babbar Khalsa International Group, a designated terrorist organization, and are wanted by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) for multiple criminal activities.Sources indicate the assailants arrived in a vehicle and fired multiple rounds at the premises before fleeing. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among…

10 Jul

ED Books 29 Celebrities, YouTubers in Money Laundering Probe Linked to Online Betting in Telangana

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India

Hyderabad (National Times): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against 29 celebrities, including prominent film actors, television personalities, and YouTubers, for alleged involvement in promoting or associating with illegal online betting platforms in Telangana. According to official sources, the ED has taken cognisance of five FIRs registered by state police to initiate the probe. The accused are suspected of receiving payments from betting platforms that generated illicit funds worth crores of rupees, allegedly laundered through endorsement deals, social media promotions, and influencer partnerships. High-Profile Names Involved Among those named in…

08 Jul

“India Jaan Chukka Hai”: Yuzvendra Chahal Breaks Silence on RJ Mahvash Rumours on Kapil Sharma Show

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, SportsKapil Sharma, RJ Mahvash, The Great Indian Kapil Show, Yuzvendra Chahal

Mumbai, July 8, 2025 — Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has finally spoken out about persistent rumours linking him romantically with radio jockey and influencer RJ Mahvash, during his recent appearance on “The Great Indian Kapil Show” streaming on Netflix.While both Chahal and Mahvash have repeatedly insisted they are “just friends,” their frequent public appearances together and social media exchanges have fuelled ongoing speculation about a possible relationship.Appearing alongside fellow cricketers Rishabh Pant, Gautam Gambhir, and Abhishek Sharma, Chahal was quizzed by host Kapil Sharma about the “mystery girl” in his life. With a knowing smile, Chahal replied, “India jaan chukka hai…

04 Jul

FWICE Lifts Ban on Diljit Dosanjh After Bhushan Kumar’s Plea, Allows Him to Complete ‘Border 2’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Lifestyle, Punjab, TrendingBhushan Kumar, Border 2, Diljit Dosanjh

Mumbai (National Times): In a major development, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has lifted its ban on Diljit Dosanjh, allowing the popular singer-actor to complete his portions for the much-anticipated film Border 2. The decision follows a personal appeal by producer Bhushan Kumar, who requested the federation to reconsider their decision. Diljit had landed in hot water with FWICE after promoting Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. This move drew backlash in light of renewed tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, prompting FWICE to impose a temporary ban on his…

29 Jun

Neeru Bajwa’s Cryptic Instagram Post Fuels Speculation Amid ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ Controversy

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, TrendingDiljit Dosanjh, neeru bajwa, Sardaar Ji 3

Mumbai/Chandigarh (National Times): Popular Punjabi actress Neeru Bajwa has sparked widespread speculation after a cryptic Instagram post suggested she may be distancing herself from her latest film, Sardaar Ji 3, amid mounting backlash over the film's casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Just three days before the overseas release of Sardaar Ji 3, Bajwa shared a thought-provoking quote on Instagram: “Sometimes it’s better to lose and do the right thing, than to win and do the wrong thing. Time to go home ❤️” The post, simple yet emotionally charged, has prompted fans and industry watchers to question her current stance…