Showing posts with label Sonam Bajwa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sonam Bajwa. Show all posts
Reuniting with Diljit Singh brought back memories from the early days of my career-Sonam Bajwa
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Neha Maheshwri (MUMBAI MIRROR; January 24, 2026)
After marking her Bollywood debut with Housefull 5, Sonam Bajwa is now set to be seen in Border 2. The film reunites her with Diljit Dosanjh, with whom she has shared a successful collaboration across several Punjabi films, including Punjab 1984, Sardaar Ji, Super Singh and Honsla Rakh.
Speaking about working together on a large-scale Hindi film for the first time, Sonam describes the experience as nostalgic.
She says, “I have always enjoyed working with Diljit. We have done films like Punjab 1984, which was emotionally intense, as well as a few romantic comedies and lighter films together. This time, it felt nostalgic because Anurag Singh, who is directing Border 2, had also directed Punjab 1984. That was my first collaboration with both of them, and it was only my second film at the time. Reuniting brought back memories from the early days of my career. When I look back, I feel happy about the journey we have all shared since then. Diljit is one of my favourite artistes to work with, and I am glad we had the opportunity to collaborate again.”
She adds that working with a co-actor she already shares a comfort level with makes the process noticeably smoother on a film like Border 2.
She shares, “When you have worked with an actor before, it brings a sense of ease. Border 2 is a big film and there is a certain pressure, especially when you are working alongside legends. But when you are paired with someone you already share a comfort level with, it makes the process easier. That familiarity also reflects on screen. You understand each other as actors, and that comfort becomes an advantage. Even while performing intimate scenes or lighter moments, things flowed smoothly because that ease already existed.”
During the shoot, reports surfaced about Diljit possibly being replaced in Border 2 amid controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3, which also stars Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. Sonam says, “Despite what was being said, everyone remained professional and focused on completing the shoot. There was a positive outlook on set, and the situation was handled calmly and responsibly,” she says.
Harshvardhan Rane roped in for Ektaa R Kapoor’s crime film Shootout In Dubai
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Mohar Basu (MID-DAY; December 29, 2025)
The ‘Shootout’ franchise is officially stepping out of Mumbai and going international. After earlier plans to shift the narrative to Delhi, the makers have now finalized Dubai as the setting for the third film, titled ‘Shootout In Dubai’.
Following ‘Shootout At Lokhandwala’ (2007) and ‘Shootout At Wadala’ (2013), which chronicled the rise of Mumbai’s underworld, the new instalment marks the franchise’s first international outing. Harshvardhan Rane is currently the only actor confirmed to headline the film.
The project has been in development since 2021, with the script going through six major drafts. According to sources, Ektaa R Kapoor and co-creator Sanjay Gupta were unwilling to move forward until the screenplay matched the visceral punch of the earlier films.
“There was no pressure to rush this. The makers were very clear that unless the script carried the same aggression and attitude as Lokhandwala and Wadala, they wouldn’t greenlight it. Each draft was about the tone. It seems they finally have something they can bet on and will lock it by March,” a source told mid-day.
Unlike the previous films, which drew heavily from real-life gangland encounters, Shootout In Dubai will tell a completely fictional story. “This one is designed to feel swankier. Dubai allows for scale, be it glass buildings, highways, night action, a more international visual grammar. It’s still a Shootout film, but with a fresh skin,” the source concluded.
Sonam Bajwa is reportedly a front runner for the female lead.
Harshvardhan Rane recalls wrap party fire, says, "saved by guardian angels"
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Yashika Mathur (HINDUSTAN TIMES; June 19, 2025)
Avideo from the wrap party of Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa’s upcoming film Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat recently went viral after helium balloons at the event unexpectedly caught fire, turning the celebration serious.
Harshvardhan is grateful that no one was seriously injured, though he says that Sonam’s manager suffered a minor forehead burn.
“It was a happy moment, and the producers had organized a small celebration for everyone. We had been shooting back-to-back for five days, and everyone gathered to have time off. We didn’t realize that helium balloons and firecrackers could be such a disastrous combination. It was a big learning for us,” the 41-year-old says.
He adds, “We got saved by our guardian angels. If the balloons had caught fire while we were holding them, it could have led to serious injuries.”
Mujhe Mumbai theek thaak kapde pehen ke jana padta hai, says Sonam Bajwa on being papped
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Yashika Mathur (HINDUSTAN TIMES; June 16, 2024)
Punjabi actor Sonam Bajwa enjoys a strong following not only in the Punjab film industry but also in Bollywood. She frequently travels to Mumbai for work commitments and is well-acquainted with the intense paparazzi culture there.
While she finds it daunting to be followed by cameramen on various occasions, Bajwa recognizes that they are simply doing their job. In a light-hearted manner, she remarks, “Iske liye mujhe bhi theek thaak kapde pehen ke jana padta hai Mumbai but otherwise toh mann karta hai pyjame mein jaaun.”
On a more serious note, the 34-year-old adds, “Iss cheez ko bhi log consume kar rahe hai, iss cheez ki bhi demand hai waha pe. Warna itni garmi mein sara din wahaan baithna asaan nahi hai.”
Bajwa has appeared in Bollywood with films such as Bala (2019), while also being among the highest-paid female actors in Punjabi cinema, known for movies such as Carry On Jatta, Puaada, and the recent one Kudi Haryane Val Di. Amid ongoing financial scrutiny in the Hindi film industry, with producers, including Karan Johar, discussing rising production costs and scrutinizing star entourages, the actor prefers to travel with a minimal team to avoid unnecessary expenses.
“It’s a personal choice. Almost 99% of the time, I do my own makeup and styling. Mere do bande toh yahi kam ho gaye. I feel, as a responsible actor, if one can help the producer reduce the cost, you must do that,” she ends.
Varun Dhawan to perform live at Wagah on Republic Day
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Actor, who kicks off his dance film on Jan 22 in Amritsar, will also shoot another song there for which Sonam Bajwa has been roped in
Avinash Lohana (MUMBAI MIRROR; January 9, 2019)
Mirror (January 7) recently reported that Shraddha Kapoor has stepped in for Katrina Kaif in Remo D’souza’s yetuntitled musical that will feature her as a professional dancer representing the Indian contingent in the film which has several dance faceoffs on the lines of the Hollywood franchise Step Up. The film, produced by Bhushan Kumar and Lizelle D’souza, goes on the floors on January 22 in Amritsar and while Shraddha will join the team in London for the second schedule, her leading man Varun Dhawan is gearing up to shoot a major dance sequence at the Wagah border on Republic Day for which he has begun rehearsals.
“The final permissions are still being worked out but the plan is for Varun to perform in front of a live audience on January 26. The V Unbeatable Dance Crew, a participant in the fourth season of the talent hunt show Dance Plus, which Remo judges, will be performing with Varun who is really kicked about this performance,” informs a source close to the development.
The actor will also shoot another celebratory song during his stay in Punjab for which rehearsals have begun. “Punjabi actress Sonam Bajwa who has huge hits like Sardaar Ji 2 and Super Singh with Diljit Dosanjh to her credit has also been roped in for a special appearance and will be matching steps with Varun,” informs the source. The Amritsar schedule of the film will wrap up on January 28 after which the team will head to UK.
Meanwhile, Varun and Alia Bhatt are busy with Abhishek Varman’s period drama Kalank. “They are even giving each other cues during shots even after one of them is done with the day’s work,” the source signs off.
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