Author: Karishma Sharma
Celebrated Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan recently announced his retirement from all international and domestic forms of the game. Fans are taking the opportunity to celebrate his illustrious career and paying tributes to him on social media. Amul, the popular dairy brand, also honored Dhawan with a special topical. It includes a reference to the opener’s popular nickname, “Gabbar”. The moniker is actually a nod to the villain Gabbar Singh from the famous Bollywood film, Sholay. In the past, Dhawan revealed that he used to shout dialogues from the film to his teammates while playing in the Ranji Trophy. He was given…
Five-year-old Teghbir Singh from Ropar in Punjab has become the youngest ever from Asia to scale the 5,895-metre Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, located in Tanzania. “I knew where I was to reach and finally made it. I have a picture there with my father. I was told to chant ‘Wahe Guru’ when it got difficult on the way. It gave me strength and I was able to reach the summit”, an elated Teghbir said over the phone. The trek needs preparation to tackle altitude sickness. Yet, the boy managed to conquer all challenges and fulfilled his dream…
Renowned lyricist Chatar Singh Parwana, who worked in the music industry for more than 4 decades, passed away. The veteran lyricist left this mortal world at seven o’clock on Wednesday morning. The news of his unfortunate demise was confirmed by Gurmeet Singh Sekhe (Barundi) tumbi maker and master Baltej Singh Saran (Pakhhowal) according to family sources. According to the information received, he was currently living in the house of his daughter and son-in-law. Chatar Singh Parwana has written about 1000 songs. He has written many songs not only in Punjabi but also in Hindi. Despite being a famous artist, he…
Angad Bedi, the son of late Indian cricketer Bishan Singh Bedi is a popular actor. Apart from Bollywood movies, he has worked in Punjabi movies like Rangeelay. Belonging to a Sikh family, in a recent interview, he shared how he decided to cut his hair when he was 18 or 19. However, this left his father hurt. Angad mentioned that he is a Bedi, who are considered to be a direct descendant of Guru Nanak, and even his father donned a colourful patka. So, Angad’s decision disturbed his father, who did not talk to him for over a decade. He said, “He…
Ammy Virk is riding high on his professional front. The success and fame wasn’t an easy journey. In a recent interview, the singer-turned-actor reflected on his early days and mentioned that his family purchased an AC for the first time in 2009, and six people would sleep in the same room. However, his new house now has 9 ACs, a home theater, and other luxurious things, as he shared in the interview. Ammy Virk said, “For my music album, my father sold a car for Rs 2.5-3 lakh and took a loan of another Rs 2.5 lakh.” The Bad Newz…
Anupam Kher took to his social media handle and shared old precious pictures with his wife Kirron Kher. The post made with a collage of beautiful monochromatic pictures was captioned, “Dearest Kirron! Happy 39th anniversary to both of us. We need to take some fresh pics. I have been posting almost the same ones for the last so many years. But I think that is what happens with a marriage that lasts for a long time. Pics can get old but emotions are the same. May God give you long and healthy life. May you continue to be the same…
Shikhar Dhawan has bid adieu to international and domestic cricket. The Indian batter announced this decision through a video he shared on social media. “As I close this chapter of my cricketing journey, I carry with me countless memories and gratitude. Thank you for the love and support! Jai Hind!” he wrote while announcing his retirement. Soon after the announcement was made, cricketer lovers thronged the comments section with their emotional comments reacting to Dhawan’s decision. In addition to this, several Punjabi celebs reacted to the cricketer’s decision. Punjabi singer Amrit Maan who also shares a close bond with the…
In a shocking turn of events, it has been revealed that Punjabi singer Jaswinder Singh has committed suicide by swallowing poison. According to reports, the late singer hailed from Puhli village of Nathana block in Bathinda district. Notably, Jaswinder Singh went live on Facebook and gave the information about the gruesome step. In the video, he sincerely apologized to his father and children. He has given the reason of suicide as betrayal. The singer on his live said, “I apologize to my father and children from the bottom of my heart.” Jaswinder Singh also revealed his suicide reason during the…
Punjabi singer turned actor Diljit Dosanjh enjoys stardom worldwide. Several global celebrities on various occasions are seen speaking highly of the GOAT singer. Recently, former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Akhtar expressed his desire to meet him. Recently, Diljit shared a post on his Instagram handle with a series of the pictures. The post was captioned, “Life In The Desert 🏜️ Can’t Nobody Tell Me Nothing 😎🐎” Several fans and followers reacted to the post while Akhtar proposed a meeting with the singer as he commented, “Love your work. Kadi milday aa paji.” and being his humble self, Diljit replied “@imshoaibakhtar Zarur…
Kangana Ranaut starrer Emergency has run into controversy, with the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) demanding that it be banned. Besides playing the lead role, Kangana has also directed the film. The independent MP from Faridkot Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa, who is the son of Indira Gandhi’s assassin Beant Singh, also demanded a ban on the movie claiming that Sikhs have been portrayed ‘wrongly’ which may spread hatred against the community. SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami said Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale has been declared a ‘Qaumi Shaheed’ (community martyr) by the Akal Takht Sahib, but the film is carrying out ‘character assassination’…