Singer Pankaj Udhas Passes Away, Article 370 Banned In Gulf Countries & More From Ent

1.?'Chitthi Aayee Hai' Singer Pankaj Udhas Passes Away At The Age Of 73, Daughter Nayaab Confirms

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Vocalist and renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas has passed away.?The vocalist was 73 years old.?His daughter Nayaab Udhas confirmed the news of his death. The statement reads, "With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on 26th february 2024 due to a prolonged illness."?? ?

2.?After John Cena Sings 'Bholi Si Surat', Shah Rukh Khan Says 'Gonna Send You My Latest Songs'

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Everyone was thrilled when WWE wrestler John Cena sang the popular song "Bholi Si Surat" from Shah Rukh Khan's film "Dil To Pagal Hai." Shah Rukh Khan responded to the video once it became popular and showered the star with love.

SRK in reply wrote, “Thank u both…. Love it and love u @JohnCena, I’m gonna send u my latest songs and I want a duet from the two of u again!!! Ha ha (sic),” he wrote on X.? ?

3.?Article 370: Here's Why Yami Gautam, Priyamani Starrer Has Been Banned In All Gulf Countries

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Actor Yami Gautam's action political thriller flick Article 370 has been banned in the Gulf. While the film?has gained support from both critics and viewers, Article 370 has been a big hit at both the domestic and international box office. According to ANI, the Gulf countries' ban?of Article 370 is unexpected, particularly considering the region's thriving travel and tourism industry and the continued production of Indian movies there. Bollywood's contribution to the entertainment industry in the Gulf is clearly at odds with the lack of Indian films showing in its theaters.??

4.?Kiran Rao To Consider Sending Laapataa Ladies For Oscars But Here's What She's Waiting For

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Kiran Rao is eager for the release of Laapataa Ladies, her most recent film. During a recent film showing in Delhi, Kiran disclosed her intention to nominate the film for an Oscar the next year.?As per Money Control, Kiran said “Our primary recognition comes from the audience's response at the box office. If the viewers and the nation appreciate our work, that would be the greatest accolade for us." ??

5.?Kiara Advani’s Struggle Of Being An Outsider Makes Internet Remind Her About?Connection With Juhi Chawla

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The debate between the insiders and the outsiders in Bollywood has been the subject of a great deal of discussion in recent years. A lot has happened in the past few years, from performers breaking through without any industry connections to certain actors' hidden connections being apparent. Kiara Advani was one of the speakers for the channel's "The Outsider's Uphill Battle: The Struggle and the Success" discussion at the ABP Ideas Of India Summit.

Reacting to the now-deleted post, one wrote, “Just because her parents aren’t celebrities doesn’t mean she's an outsider lmao because ultimately it is about having contacts, access and resources.”? ?

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