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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…

29 Jun

Simranjit Singh Mann Condemns Protests Against Diljit Dosanjh’s Film, Calls It an Attack on Sikh and Punjabi Identity

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingDiljit Dosanjh, Punjab, Simranjit singh Mann

Amritsar (National Times): Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) President Simranjit Singh Mann has issued a strong condemnation of the protests surrounding Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming film ‘Sardar Ji 3’, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Mann called the controversy an unjustified attack on Sikhism, the Gurmukhi script, and Punjabi culture, framing it as an extension of political agendas targeting minority identities. “This protest is not just against a film, but against the symbols of Sikh identity – the turban, the Gurmukhi script, and Punjabi art,” Mann stated, denouncing the opposition in the strongest terms. He emphasized that cinema is a…

28 Jun

Shefali Jariwala, ‘Kaanta Laga’ Sensation and Bigg Boss 13 Star, Passes Away at 42

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, TrendingShefali Jariwala

Mumbai (National Times): The entertainment industry is in mourning after the sudden and untimely demise of actress and dancer Shefali Jariwala, who shot to fame with the iconic 2002 music video ‘Kaanta Laga’. She was 42. According to sources, Shefali was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai late Friday night by her husband Parag Tyagi, but was declared dead on arrival. The cause of death has not yet been made public. Her body has been moved to Cooper Hospital for postmortem examination. Police officials are currently present at her residence, questioning domestic staff, including the cook and house help,…

24 Jun

#IStandWithDiljit: Amid Film Controversy, Punjabi Celebrities Rally Behind Diljit Dosanjh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainmentDiljit Dosanjh controversy, IStandWithDiljit, Punjabi celebrities support

Mumbai/Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 — As protests erupt across parts of India over Diljit Dosanjh’s latest film, the Punjabi entertainment industry has closed ranks in support of the global music and film icon. Accusations of cultural insensitivity have been levelled against certain scenes and dialogues in the movie, prompting screening cancellations and calls for a ban. However, a growing chorus of artists and fans is defending Dosanjh's artistic freedom, sparking a nationwide conversation on creativity and identity.The controversy began when religious and political groups objected to specific depictions in the film, claiming they were offensive to cultural and religious sentiments.…

24 Jun

Diljit Dosanjh Faces Outrage Over Casting Pakistani Actress Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3, B Praak’s Cryptic Jibe Fuels Backlash

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, TrendingB Praak, Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir, Pakistan artist ban, Sardaar Ji 3

Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 — Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has landed in a heated controversy ahead of the international release of his film Sardaar Ji 3, after casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in a key role. The backlash stems from rising anti-Pakistan sentiment in India following the Pahalgam terror attack in April, which prompted a strict industry-wide ban on Pakistani artists by Indian film federations. Although Sardaar Ji 3 was reportedly completed before the attack, Diljit’s announcement that the film would not release in India has done little to calm the storm. Social media erupted with calls of “shame” and…