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Tributes have poured in from the Punjabi entertainment industry, political community, and fans for the late comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla, who passed away on Friday morning following a brain stroke. His last rites were performed on Saturday in Mohali, with a sea of fans gathering to pay their final
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In a major new book festival, legendary comic book writers, war heroes, and screen stars will come together to showcase their talents. The Liverpool Book Festival, set to take place on September 7 at the Invisible Wind Factory and Make CIC, promises to be a must-attend event for book lovers.
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Miriam Margolyes has had an illustrious career as an actress, comedian, and author, but at 84, she's also coming to terms with her own mortality and the complexities of her life. "I've kind of had it with England," she says, revealing plans to leave
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The Aberystwyth Comedy Festival is gearing up for its seventh year, taking place from Friday, 3 October to Sunday, 5 October at the Aberystwyth Arts Centre. This year's event promises an exciting lineup of over 40 shows, featuring big hitters from across the UK comedy scene and beyond.
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The Punjabi film industry is in mourning after the sudden death of comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla at 65 due to a brain stroke. Bhalla's passing has drawn attention to the serious condition, which claims millions of lives worldwide each year. A brain stroke occurs when the blood
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Award-winning comedian Chris Ryan is hitting the road with her latest show, Extreme Tenant, a hilariously relatable hour that tackles everything from renting in your fifties to online gardening groups gone rogue. With a witty and direct style that has made her a standout at the Melbourne and Sydney Comedy
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The Free Fringe show, "Diddy Party", had its poster depicting Sean Combs, aka P Diddy, removed after receiving complaints. The show's creators, Mark O'Keefe and Richy Sheehy, argued that the poster was a reference to P Diddy's recent trial for people trafficking
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The Oscar Niemeyer Museum in Curitiba, Brazil, will host the 4th Inclusao em Cena Festival from August 20-22, a free program dedicated to diversity, accessibility, and social transformation. Organized by Coletivo Inclusao, the festival brings together people with and without disabilities in a diverse space where art, encounters, and inclusive
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In the quiet of wintry Maine, actor and comedian Eva Victor found solace in confronting a personal trauma, one that would become the central theme of their directorial debut, Sorry, Baby. This poignant portrait of healing, produced by Barry Jenkins, quietly upends the prevailing script on sexual violence in the
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Award-winning comedian and actor Michelle Brasier's memoir, My Brother's Ashes Are in a Sandwich Bag, has drawn praise for its dark humor, emotional clarity, and unflinching honesty. The book explores Brasier's experiences with grief, family, and hereditary illness, as well as her 97% chance
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Underbelly's seventh annual Big Brain Tumour Benefit comedy night has made over £15,000, taking the total raised by the initiative to £700,000. The one-off show featured performances from renowned comedians and was hosted by Ivo Graham. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Brain
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Celebrating its 80th year, The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival has unveiled a remarkable lineup of guest speakers, including writers, politicians, and industry experts. The ten-day festival, scheduled to take place from October 10-19, promises thought-provoking discussions on a wide range of topics, from global politics and AI
