Author: Karishma Sharma
Legendary veteran actors Nirmal Rishi and Pran Sabharwal have been conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award for their contribution to the Punjabi film industry. With an illustrious career spanning six decades in theater and films, the legendary Nirmal Rishi, 80, remarks that acting is not just a profession but her life’s essence. “I’ve lost count of the plays I’ve been a part of. Stepping onto the stage has always felt like a cathartic moment,” says Rishi, who earned the 2012 Sangeet Natak Akademi award for her exceptional acting skills. Rishi’s artistic journey began under the mentorship of Punjab’s acclaimed…
Salman Khan is one of the most celebrated stars in Bollywood. Recently, the actor won the hearts on the internet as he fulfilled his promise of meeting a nine-year-old fan, Jaganbeer, after he won the battle with cancer. The Bollywood star actor had met the fan in 2018 for the first time while he was just four and was undergoing chemotherapy at the Tata Memorial Center in Mumbai. The actor met him after five years after he fought back cancer after 9 rounds of chemotherapy and four of radiation. In an interview with the leading daily, Jaganbeer’s mother Sukhbir Kaur…
Veteran theater and film actor Surjit Singh Dhami has passed away. He left for his heavenly abode on January 24. He was not keeping well for quite some time now. He was seen essaying the role of ‘Daar ji’ in the Hindi film, Mausam. His journey in the Punjabi film started off with Akhiyan Udeekdiyan in 2008 followed by his appearance in movies like Vyaah 70 km, Saade CM Saab, RSVP, Ambarsariya amongst others. Furthermore, in an illustrious career, he also worked in several Punjabi and Hindi movies and plays. The news of his sudden demise left an indelible void.…
Veteran Punjabi lyricist Ram Sharan Joshila has passed away. According to reports, he was ailing since a very long time and breathed his last on January 24, 2024. He was much recognized for songs like Ambarsariya Mundeya Ve amongst others. In addition to this, he has penned songs for legendary singers like Surinder Kaur, Narinder Biba and others. Team GhaintPunjab extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and friends. May the departed soul rest in peace.
Shehnaaz Gill is one of the much loved stars in Punjabi and Bollywood industry. The actress who has been a part of Bollywood movies is now heading on to her next Hindi film titled, Sab First Class. The shoot for the same begun on January 20, 2024. The film is backed by Murad Khetani in association with Jio Studios. The update on the same was shared by the actress on her Instagram handle. The first one features the actress holding a clapperboard, posing alongside co-star Varun Sharma, director Balwinder Singh Janjua and producer Murad Khetani. The second one showcases a…
Popular Punjabi singer Prem Dhillon much recognized for his songs like ‘Lost Love’, ‘Old Skool’ and others is going to get married soon. Yes, you read it right! The official update about the same was shared politician Bikram Singh Majithia on his social media handle. “ਅਜੀਜ਼ ਦੋਸਤ, ਨਾਮਵਰ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਗਾਇਕ ਪ੍ਰੇਮ ਢਿੱਲੋਂ ਦੇ ਵਿਆਹ ਸਮਾਗਮ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ਾਮਿਲ ਹੋ ਕੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਨਾਲ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਪ੍ਰੇਮ ਢਿੱਲੋਂ ਨੂੰ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੇ ਨਵੇਂ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਲਈ ਸ਼ੁੱਭਕਾਮਨਾਵਾਂ ਦਿੱਤੀਆਂ। Prem Dhillon,” read the caption alongside the post. In the post, he also shared a couple of pictures as the duo is seen immersed in…
After Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh rocked the international stage with his performance at Coachella 2023, this year it’s time for Punjabi sensation AP Dhillon who will be setting the stage on fire at this year’s Coachella. The organisers of the festival recently announced the line-up of artists which also includes the name of Brown Munder singer who will be accompanied by Shinda Kahlon. Dhillon will be performing on April 14 and April 21. In addition to this, other artistes such as Lana Del Rey, Tyler the Creator, Doja Cat, and No Doubt, will also be performing. They are said to…
Jimmy Shergill is one of the extremely talented actors we’ve in the industry. Hailing from a Punjabi Sikh family, he was born as Jasjit Singh Gill. Nevertheless, he cut his hair when he was 18 years old, which even led to tension between him and his family. In a recent interview, the actor opened up about the same as he revisited the older times. While speaking to a leading portal, Jimmy stated, “You are a kid, you make mistakes, even I made a few mistakes. Someone brought it up, and it went on a little too far,” he said as…
Renowned Italian luxury fashion house, Bulgari has recently announced their Indian exclusive edition which also includes kada bracelet. Priced at Rs.12,10,000 as per the brand’s website, this elegant men’s piece is specifically inspired by India. It is a representation of modern India with an enchanting ode to India’s long-standing cultural affinity with precious metals stones and yellow gold. Notably, Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been chosen as the face of the brand. The update was shared by the actor on his Instagram handle with an official announcement.
Popular rapper and Punjabi singer Bohemia has been restrained from making any sound recording, music videos, or carrying out any performances “without the prior written approval” from Saga Music Private Limited” according to an interim order by the Delhi High Court in the matter pertaining to a lawsuit filed by the company. In an interim order, a single judge bench of Justice Anish Dayal also prohibited the rapper from posting, uploading, sharing or publishing any “defamatory, disparaging or malicious and misleading post” against Saga Music on any social media or digital platform. The bench said Saga Music had made out…