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Singers who made headlines

Last updated on - Feb 6, 2019, 08:20 IST
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Lata Mangeshkar miffed by Atif Aslam’s ‘Chalte Chalte’

Jackky Bhagnani’s ‘Mitron’ has rehashed Lata Mangeshkar's classic song 'Chalte Chalte' from the movie 'Pakeezah' and the new version has been sung by Atif Aslam.

Lata di hasn’t heard Atif’s version yet and intends on not hearing it even in the future. She reportedly said that the trend of remixing old songs saddens her. She wonders where is the creativity in simply lifting acknowledged, beloved classics and shuffling the notes around. She further noted that even the lyrics are changed in the remixes without proper consent of the original poets and composers. Lata di added that nobody has the right to tamper with the creativity of great composers and lyricists.

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Demi Lovato unfollows Nick Jonas after his blossoming romance with Priyanka Chopra?

Longtime tourmates and BFFs Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas, appear to have ended their friendship. The former Disney stars, who have been close pals for over a decade, have given rise to speculations that all is not well between the two. These speculations arose after Lovato reportedly unfollowed Jonas on social media.

Many have begun wondering if Nick’s blossoming romance with rumoured new girlfriend, Priyanka Chopra has anything to do with it.

As previous reports have it, Nick leaned on Demi during his split from girlfriend of two-years, Miss Universe 2012, Olivia Culpo. The hunk even revealed that the ‘Give Your Heart A Break’ singer was the third person he called after his father and brother, Joe to inform her about the breakup.

According to reports, it was Demi who wanted Nick to “be free” and be with someone who makes him laugh. She even said she knew when something wasn’t right with him because he tends to “close off.” Lovato allegedly even hinted that she had advised him to break things off with his now ex-girlfriend and enjoy his life.

With a romance heating up pretty quickly between Nick and Priyanka, it’s no wonder why these speculations have begun doing the rounds.

For the uninitiated, Nick and Demi have known each other since their ‘Camp Rock’ days. The songstress dated the hunk’s brother, Joe Jonas and although her bond with Nick grew stronger over the years with the two even co-writing songs, it didn’t grow into a romantic relationship.

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Sunidhi Chauhan shares first picture of her four-month-old son

Sunidhi Chauhan, tied knot to music composer Hitesh Sonik in 2012. The singer who gave birth to a boy this January went on to share the first photo of her son on social media. The picture sees Sunidhi holding her adorable son and it's evident that the little munchkin is quite a poser. The singer took to Instagram to share the picture and captioned it, "Ready for my first gig as a mom,".


Minutes after she posted the picture, her Instagram was flooded with messages from her industry friends. Amongst all, playback singer Shreya Goshal wrote,"Aww! This is so cute and so cool. Teg and momma, full on swag' while Akriti Kakkar wrote, "This is so endearing. The little baby and that glow on you. More and more power to you."
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Badshah tickles your funny bones with his witty comments on Zayn Malik's photo

Zayn Malik, the singer who enjoys undivided attention from his fans worldwide, makes sure he keeps his fans updated about his life. The singer recently went on to post his picture where he is seen sporting a hooded T-shirt. While comments started to pour in, there was one comment that caught everyone's eye.

While Zayn’s fans were going gaga over his picture, Bollywood’s very own rapper Badshah, who never fails to amuse the listeners with his unusual rapping style, left a comment on his picture which left everyone in splits, quite literally. His comment read," Bro tareefan sun liya kya?".

His latest song 'Tareefan' from 'Veere Di Wedding' became an instant hit. The film directed by Shashanka Ghosh, stars Sonam Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Swara Bhasker and Shikha Talsania.
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Singer Ankit Tiwari ties the knot with Pallavi Shukla in Kanpur

A few days back, singer and composer Ankit Tiwari had announced his engagement with Pallavi Shukla. On February 23, 2018, the singer tied the knot with his lady love in a traditional Brahmin wedding in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

He even took to Twitter and shared a picture from the wedding ceremony. In his caption, he expressed his love for Pallavi and wrote, "You are my today and all of my tomorrows! #AnkitwedsPallavi"

The wedding was solemnized with close friends and family, according to Hindu rituals. According to reports, Ankit will later host a reception for his colleagues from Bollywood in Mumbai.

It goes without saying that Ankit’s songs always hit the right chord. Now, finally, he has found the love of his life.
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Singer Adnan Sami and wife Roya blessed with a baby girl

Musician and singer Adnan Sami and his wife Roya Sami became proud parents to a baby girl in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. The couple has named their child Medina Sami Khan. An ecstatic Adnan took to Twitter to express his joy as he announced, “Roya & I hv bin blessed wt an angelic baby girl. We’v named her Medina Sami Khan. Prayed for a daughter. Over Joyed! #daddyslittlegirl.”

Adnan and Roya tied the knot on January 29, 2010 and this is their first child together. An overwhelmed Adnan said, “Both mother and child are doing fine. Medina is the most incredible thing that’s happened to us. Both Roya and I always wanted a daughter and she is already my lucky charm. I have found a new inspiration for my music through her and she is going to be the centre of my world.”

The musician was recently honoured with the Asian Award from the British Parliament’s House of Lords for ‘Outstanding Achievement in Music’.

Congratulations to the newly turned parents!
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Sachin Tendulkar, Rakesh Roshan attend Sonu Nigam’s wedding anniversary bash

Singer Sonu Nigam and wife Madhurima completed 15 years of being happily married, they celebrated their anniversary in the company of their best friends. The prince of melodies brought in his wedding anniversary at his farmhouse on Saturday evening with his family and close friends from the industry in attendance. The party was also graced by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and actor-turned filmmaker Rakesh Roshan. Sonu tied the knot with Madhurima on February 15, 2002 and the two are blessed with son Nevaan. The singer was seen dressed in a dhoti and pink kurta for the special day.
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Mumbai Police confirms singer Abhijeet was arrested in July

The Mumbai police have confirmed that singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya was indeed arrested by the BKC Cyber Crime cell on July 26, 2016, over his abusive tweets directed towards a female journalist. The playback singer was arrested after he abused journalist Swati Chaturvedi on Twitter. The police had registered an FIR on the basis of the complaint filed by Preeti Sharma Menon, who is the National Executive Member and Spokesperson of the Aam Aadmi Party. The FIR was filed on charges of public obscenity and outrage of modesty. Preeti Sharma Menon had tweeted to the police commissioner about the singer’s use of obscene language on social media towards the woman journalist.

Check out other instances when singers had made headlines...
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Sonu Nigam sang about 25 songs for 3 hours for viral video

Sonu Nigam left his fans awestruck when he sang on the streets of Mumbai in a disguised look. Sharing the amazing experience, the singer said that the video which went virat was a very short clip. Actually he had sung about 25 songs at three different spots for one hour each. Sonu sang one hour behind the movie theatre Chandan, one hour in front of Chandan and one hour at Four Bungalows. He explained how it wasn’t easy sitting in the sun and dust and he worked hard which made people join in, as reported by IANS.

While Sonu's stint was a planned exercise, know when Himesh Reshammiya shot for a scene in a drunken state...
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When Himesh Reshmammiya shot for a scene in a drunken state

Himesh Reshmammiya is currently gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, ‘Tera Suroor,’ which stars debutant Farah Karimaee as the lead opposite Reshmammiya. The actor will be seen playing a passionate love boy, Raghu, who’s on a mission to save his lady love, Tara, who has been wrongly framed by the Dublin police. While shooting in Dublin, Himesh, who strictly follows a “no alcohol” policy, had to gulp down a brandy to cope with the freezing weather. And the brandy did not go down too well with the actor. The actor go high and shot for the scene in an intoxicated condition. Talking about it, the actor told IANS, “"I don't drink but I had to take brandy to shoot for a particular sequence. It was very cold and we were wearing thin clothes. The alcohol hit me and I shot in an intoxicated condition. That was really memorable." The actor, however, regrets having to break his promise of abstaining from alcohol consumption.

While the singer-actor manages to makes headlines ever so often, move on to check out other singers who were in the news in the recent past…
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Kardashian – Kanye West decline $2.5 million offer for baby's first pics

On December 5, 2015, reality TV star, Kim Kardashian and her rapper husband, Kanye West were blessed with their second child, an adorable boy they named Saint. Naturally the world wants a glimpse of the baby and the media is going absolutely crazy trying to get their hands on the first pictures of Saint. As reported by Tmz.com, the couple was offered an outrageous amount of up to ESD 2.5 million dollars. But like they did at the time of their daughter, North (2), they refused to accept the offer. With North, the couple first premiered her pics on Kim’s mother, Kris Jenner's now off-air show. It is therefore believed that the couple might do the same with Saint too - introduce him to the world on Kim’s sister Khloe Kardashian’s show.

While the media is still hunting down for one glimpse of Saint, move on to find out why Miley Cyrus and Madonna recently grabbed the media’s attention…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Miley Cyrus and Madonna's beaten and bruised look

Miley Cyrus and Madonna's beaten and bruised look has grabbed eyeballs. The pop stars have sported this look to raise awareness about domestic violence. As a part of the campaign, artist and activist Alexsandro Palombo took head and shoulder photos of the stars and photoshopped wounds and cuts on their faces to honour the International Day for the Elimination of Violence, reports PTI. The images have gone viral.

Let's find out where Ghazal singer, Ghulam Ali, will perfrom next...

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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Ghulam Ali to perform in Kerala

Ghazal maestro Ghulam Ali was supposed to perform in Mumbai in October. However, the concert got cancelled after some fierce opposition by the Shiv Sena. Later on, there were possibilities of him performing in Delhi but that too didn’t happen due to an atmosphere of conflict in India. Ali himself said he wouldn’t perform in India until the situation becomes favorable. But now, an organization in Kerala, called Swaralaya, has taken the responsibility of organizing Ali’s concerts in the state on January 15 and 17, reports The Hindu. Even the maestro himself has agreed for it. The organizers said they are quite sure that the concerts won’t face obstacles in Kerala.

Click the following slide to know about a sequel to Himesh Reshammiya’s movie…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Himesh Reshammiya to rechristen his new film?

It’s almost a decade since the release of his music album Aap Ka Surroor, but Himesh Reshammiya doesn’t seem to be able to let go of his attachment to the title. After having made a film of the same name, the musician-actor is all set to develop it into a title franchise, states a report on Mid-day.com. It goes on to say that Himesh will be rechristening his new film Guns N Roses as Aap Ka Surroor 2. Adding to it, the report states that Himesh is keen on getting the copyright to the title. In this upcoming action thriller, Himesh will be seen essaying the role of a gangster.

Meanwhile, read on to know which singer has been named as the sexiest new dad...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Justin Timberlake is the sexiest dad of 2015

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel became proud parents to son, Silas Randall, in April. And now a magazine has named Justin as the sexiest new dad. The 'SexyBack' singer, was quoted in the magazine, describing the experience as one where he has never slept less and dealt with more poop. Justin Timberlake definitely seems to be one of the most doting dads.

Read on to know about Asha Bhosle being featured in BBC's 100 aspirational Women List...
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Asha Bhosle, Kamini Kaushal in BBC's 100 Women List

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar's sister, Asha Bhosle and veteran actress Kamini Kaushal have made it to the list of BBC's 100 aspiration women. Known for her melodious voice and impeccable singing talent, Asha Bhosle is among the seven Indian women featured in the list. Known for her roles in films like - 'Neeche Nagar' and 'Biraj Bahu', Kamini Kaushal has also been featured in the list. Kamini Kaushal's 'Neecha Nagar' had also won best film in Cannes in 1946. It was the first Indian film to have received an award at Cannes.

Let's also take a look at why Adnan Sami gave up Pakistani citizenship again
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Adnan Sami gives up Pakistani citizenship yet again

Of late, Adnan Sami has been in the limelight due to his citizenship woes. The Pakistani government had denied renewing his passport, following which the singer had renounced his citizenship. However, it seems that Adnan is still facing issues on that front, as the musician, in a series of tweets, renounced his Pakistani citizenship yet again and called India his ‘home’. He wrote: “The question of cancelling my passport doesn't arise..Pak gov refused to renew it in May 2015 AFTER which I renounced my citizenship! FACTS!”. Adnan also tweeted saying: I challenge the Pak senior officials 2 produce the so called alleged letter written by me as there is NONE apart from the standard form!

Read to know how Justin Bieber imitated SRK...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Justin Bieber imitates SRK?

Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol have shot an elaborate number for Diwale in Iceland and according to a report on Bollywoodlife.com, Justin Bieber's recently released single, 'I’ll show you' has also been shot at the same location. The report further stated that Justin Bieber and Dilwale team seem to have captured almost the same locations, from a crashed plane to the chilly waterfall.

Read on to know why Hard Kaur lost her cool over a bunch of children...
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Hard Kaur lashes out at the audience in an inebriated state

Rapper Hard Kaur was performing at a Karva Chauth party on October 29 when she apparently lost her cool over a bunch of children who had climbed up on the stage to dance with her. The singer, who was allegedly drunk, threw a fit over the incident and reportedly also abused the guests and threw her mic on them. According to a report on Bollywoodlife.com, the cops were called to resolve the matter but none of the guests filed a complaint againt the singer. Additional SHO at division number 8 Police station in Ludhiana, ASI Anokh Singh, has been quoted in the report as saying that the singer was indeed in an inebriated condition. However, as soon as the police intervened, the singer was quick to apologise.

Meanwhile, check out which singer might be granted the Indian citizenship soon...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Adnan Sami likely to be granted Indian citizenship
According to reports, Adnan Sami, who was allowed to stay indefinitely in India in August following the non-renewal of his Pakistani passport, is likely to be granted Indian citizenship. He has been staying for a decade-and-a-half in India, which he considers his "home". The Union home ministry is mulling granting him "citizenship by naturalization" in view of his "distinguished service to the cause of art".


Read on to know more why Abhijeet got into a legal trouble...
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Singer Abhijeet allegedly molested a woman


A couple of days ago singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya called Pakistani ghazal singer Ghulam Ali "dengue artist" from the terrorist country! And now according to a Pinkvilla report an FIR has been registered against singer Abhijeet, allegedly for molesting a woman! The FIR has been in registered in Oshiwara police station, Mumbai, where a 35-year-old woman has filed a complaint against the singer. The lady allegedly stated that she has been molested by Abhijeet in his Durga Puja Pandal. Every year, the singer organises a Durga Puja Pandal in the Lokhandwala area. The case has been registered under the act 354A, 404 and 34, and the police authorities have begun their investigation. According to sources, the incident took place last evening, and the moment the charges get verified against him, Abhijeet can be arrested by the police and be behind bars.


Read on to know about the Britney Spears wadrobe malfunction...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Britney Spears continues to perform despite a wardrobe malfunction

Britney Spears recently suffered a wardrobe malfunction on stage but the ‘Gimme more’ star managed to pull off her complete act with her head held high. The mother of two was performing wearing a black sheer bodysuit at her Piece Of Me show in Las Vegas when her back zipper split wide open. Her backup dancers tried on and off to zip it up but in vain. Undeterred by her unzipped bodysuit which flaunted her back till the waist, Britney made an exit only when her act was over.

While Britney sure knows how to be a rockstar, Justin Bieber is in trouble as his album was banned even before its release. Know why…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Justin Bieber’s album banned even before release

Justin Bieber has run into trouble as the cover of his new album, Purpose has raked up a controversy for being provocative and not in sync with the sensibilities of the Middle East nations. The cover shows the cross tattoo on Justin’s chest as he poses shirtless. Several nations, including Indonesia, have banned the album lined up for a November 13 release due to the cover art, as reported by Aceshowbiz.com.

On the other hand, late Gulshan Kumar’s daughter is making news for her glamourous debut. Find out more…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

T- Series is back and how!
Gulshan Kumar's beautiful daughters, Khushali and Tulsi have revived 'Mainu Ishq Da Lagya Rog' as a tribute to their late father, Gulshan Kumar. The song was originally featured in Aamir Khan and Pooja Bhatt-starrer, Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin. Tulsi's intoxicating voice coupled with Khushali's fabulous dance and party beats has already given the song huge views on Youtube.
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Delhi government approached Ghulam Ali after Shiv Sena cancels his Mumbai concert


Mumbai’s loss seems to have worked in Delhi’s favour. Delhi Tourism Minister, Kapil Mishra, took to Twitter on October 8 to express his discontent over the issue. He promptly suggested that the capital would be happy to host him. Ghulam Ali was expected to perform in Shanmukhanand Hall in Mumbai on October 9 as a tribute to his dear friend and late ghazal singer, Jagjit Singh.


It has been reported that Shiv Sena’s wing Chitrapat Sena met up with the organisers and forced them to cancel the event. To know the entire story, click on the next slide…


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Shiv Sena cancels concert: Ghulam Ali is hurt but not angry

After the Shiv Sena protested against the concert, Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis had himself assured that the event, that was to be organised in the memory of the late ghazal singer, Jagjit Singh, would take place as per schedule and that enough security would be provided to Ghulam Ali. However, the ghazal concert was called off on October 7, after the organisers of the event met Uddhav Thackeray. Despite claims that he himself is a fan of the ghazal maestro and would have attended the concert had it taken place, the Sena head said that the conditions at the border right now had forced them to oppose the concert. After the event was cancelled, the ghazal maestro was quoted as saying that he was hurt but not angry and that in love, such things don't happen. Talking to Hindustantimes.com, Ghulam has said that the atmosphere was not conducive for him to perform. He further added that such controversies spoil people’s ‘sur.’ He terms Jagjit Singh as his good brother and that whenever they met and performed, they were one.

Meanwhile, check out as to why is J'Lo making news...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Jennifer Lopez's sex tape to be made public

According to a report on Mirror.co.uk singer-actress Jennifer Lopez may be embroiled in a sex tape scandal as footage she fought in court to keep private could be released publicly.The singer's intimate videos-recorded by first husband Ojani Noa - have been the subject of a complicated legal battle for six years and that now her ex-husband's business partner Ed Meyer is planning to publicise the film which will be like telling the tale of their doomed marriage. According to a report in the In Touch magazine, the master tape of all the footage is in a central depository per court order, but Meyer believes they have a legal loophole after Lopez withdrew her claims while the case was in arbitration. The report further states that Meyer told the publication that they would be producing a DVD and also would also have a streaming release of Miss Lopez's home video footage. Meyer further revealed that Jennifer is video-taped with a lack of clothing and in sexual situations especially in the hotel footage from her honeymoon. Reportedly it is being assumed that the footage will shock her fans. Allegedly Meyer has some unfinished business with Lopez which is why he has been attempting to expose her personal side


Click on to read about a Yogi's comment on the fatwa against A.R. Rahman...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Yogi Adityanath: Fatwa against Rahman is laughable

BJP MP Yogi Adityanath has said that AR Rahman is welcome to return to Hindu fold as he waded into the row over the fatwa against the music maestro, days after VHP said it was time for his 'ghar wapsi'. According to a PTI report he was quoted saying, "The fatwa issued against Rahman is in itself laughable and if anyone wants to come (to Hindu fold) we will welcome him." Apparently a Muslim group in Mumbai had issued a fatwa against all those involved in the Iranian film Muhammad: Messenger of God, which includes Rahman and Majid Majidi. Read on to know about Justin Bieber's take on relationship...
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Justin Bieber not ready for relationship

According to a PTI report, The 21-year-old star split from on-and-off girlfriend Selena Gomez last year and has since been linked to close friends including Kendall Jenner, Hailey Baldwin and Playboy model Xenia Deli, reported E! Online.peaking on The Ellen Degeneres Show, he said, "I'm single ladies, and ready to mingle... But I'm in a place now ... I don't know if I'm ready for a relationship right now." Bieber also agreed with chat show host Ellen when she suggested Madonna had been flirting with him when they appeared on the show together earlier this year. "She was right? I felt that."


Read on to know why Nicki Minaj targeted Miley Cyrus...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Known for her controversial background, Nicki Minaj, recently targeted Miley Cyrus at the VMA. Reportedly, Nicki Minaj was quoted as saying, &quot;You know who I want to thank tonight? My pastor. I love you so much. And now, back to this b**** that had a lot to say about me in the press. Miley what&#39;s good?&rdquo; [sic] Taken aback by the &lsquo;Anaconda&rsquo; hitmaker&rsquo;s comment, Miley retorted, &quot;We&#39;re all in this industry. We all do interviews. We all know how they manipulate. Nicki, congratulations&quot; [sic] Minutes after the &lsquo;Wrecking ball&rsquo; singer&rsquo;s remarks, Nicki Minaj tweeted, &quot;Lmfaooooooooooooo&quot; [sic] with a trio of heart-eye emojis. While we can clearly see how the two pop divas have locked horns, find out who has landed up in a rehabilitation centre...<br /> <br /> Read on to know more about singers who made headlines in 2015...
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Why Yo Yo Honey Singh suddenly disappeared?

Yo Yo Honey Singh, who has suddenly disappeared from the Bollywood scene, is reportedly battling drug addiction or so claims a report on Bollywoodlife.com. The report states that Honey was admitted in a rehabilitation center in Chandigarh. However, the rapper’s wife, Shalini Talvar, has a different story to tell. She has been quoted in the report as saying that these are baseless rumours and that Honey had never been a drug addict. She further said that he was not yet fit enough to defend himself. Punjabi singer, Jasbir Jassi, however, says that Honey was indeed tackling a drug problem but is now recovering.

Read on to find out as to which singer had said that he won’t take medication to treat depression…
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‘Won’t take medication to treat depression’

56-year-old singer, Morrissey, who had admitted to suffering from depression, says he has never tried to end his life, though he thinks everyone does at some stage and he respects those who go through with it, reports Femalefirst.co.uk. In an IANS report, Morrissey has been quoted as saying, "Everybody thinks about it. Even people who mistakenly assume they are happy (to think about suicide). They think of disappearing and having enough, and many people do. Just taking control and saying no more. No more, no more of this silliness ... and it's admirable." Opening up about his own battle with depression, Morrissey said that it "never gets better" but he won't take medication to treat the condition.

Meanwhile, read on to find out what singer Iggy Azalea had to say about rumours of her having butt implants…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

‘Booty’ singer Iggy Azalea denies butt implants

‘Booty’ singer, Iggy Azalea, has rubbished rumours of having butt implants. Talking about the subject on a show, Iggy said that people have been talking about her bum implants, but she doesn’t have any. She further elaborated that she has no problem talking about cosmetic surgery, as reported on Aceshowbiz.com. However, the daring diva has earlier accepted that she has opted for a chin implant and a nose job besides breast augmentation. Considering she has, in the past, owed up to all the cosmetic enhancements, it seems unlikely that she would be lying about the butt implants.

However, an Indian singer was recently embroiled in a controversy for allegedly insulting the tricolour. Know more…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

Singer booked for disrespecting the national flag

Assam's popular musician, Zubeen Garg, has landed himself in trouble for allegedly disrespecting the national flag, reports IANS. NGO Sahai president, Raju Mahanta, filed an FIR in Morigaon against Zubeen for hoisting the tricolour at his house at Guwahati's Kharghuli area wearing an informal dress and thereby insulting the flag, police said. The musician had uploaded a photograph on his Facebook account that showed him unfurling the tricolour on August 15 at his residence. He was seen wearing shorts in the picture. The FIR also alleged that the singer did not sing the national anthem while unfurling the tricolour.

But Zubeen is not the only singer who is embroiled in a controversy. Recently, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, too, apologised for Forex violation. Read the details here...
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Rahat Fateh Ali Khan: Forex violation was a mistake and I won't repeat it

Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is visiting India after four-and-a-half years, and is excited about singing a song for Salman Khan's production, reports Mumbai Mirror. On February 13, 2011, he was arrested at the Delhi airport for forex violation. The singer admitted that was a mistake he won't repeat, the report stated. Further to the report, Rahat is gung-ho about an absolutely original song he's recorded for Salman's production, Hero, 'Yaad teri yaad'. "I did the vocal dub in Pakistan and they did the mastering here. I watched the original Hero as a child. Now, Aditya Pancholi's son Sooraj and Suneil Shetty's daughter Athiya step into Jackie Shroff and Meenakshi Sheshadri's roles. It's a pleasure to sing for them and Khan saab. Woh sab ke hero hain so your songs become popular," said Rahat, admitting he's yet to see Salman's latest film, Bajrangi Bhaijaan. "My family members have seen it, but tickets are available only for the 1:30 am show by which time I'm asleep. But by the time I return in September, I'd have seen it for sure," he promised.

Read on to know what Sukhwinder Singh said about his connection with Shah Rukh Khan...
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‘There is a spiritual connection between Shah Rukh Khan and I’


Sukhwinder Singh is one of the most respected singers of the Indian music industry. Having lent his voice for songs of various genres, Sukhwinder has always proved his immense talent as a singer. His rustic vocals indeed have no match and make him stand out of the crowd. The singer, who has had an opportunity to playback for Shah Rukh Khan many a times during his career, said that there is a spiritual connection between King Khan and him, claims a report on Hindustantimes.com. He has been quoted as saying that one quality that sets SRK apart is his ability to appreciate people. He further said that appreciation is the most important thing for an artiste and that Shah Rukh was full of love and warmth for everyone.
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Indian pop singer disappears in Pakistan

Indian pop singer, Sukhbir Singh, on Sunday (August 9, 2015), fled from the Karachi airport after authorities found $27000 in his luggage, reports IANS. Singh was on his way to Dubai, when a luggage screening check showed the money in his bag. Pakistani custom authorities detained him for interrogation. Somehow, he gave a slip to the officials and disappeared from the airport.

While singer Sukhbir is making news for wrong reasons, read on to know what Adnan Sami said about India…
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Singers who made headlines in 2015

India is where my heart is: Adnan Sami

Singer Adnan Sami, who thrilled fans with his soulful qawwali ‘Bhar do jholi’ in Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan, has said that it is India where his heart is and has always been, reports Hindustantimes.com. He also added that people across the globe know him as an Indian artist. Elated to get an unlimited stay in India by the Indian government on humanitarian grounds, Sami said that people in Pakistan are not very happy with the news and are burning his effigies. Calling himself from a no man’s land, Adnan said that his Pakistani ¬citizenship has been terminated now.

While Adnan Sami claims to have found home now, another Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has landed in trouble in India. Read on to know more…
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Pakistani singer questioned by ED

Pakistani singer, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate in the capital in a case of alleged forex violation, officials said. According to an IANS report, he was grilled at the ED’s Delhi zonal office for around 10 hours, between 10 am and 9 pm Investigators said Khan “satisfactorily” replied to all questions and helped them with detailed replies about the transactions under scanner. Apart from providing investigators the documents related to the case, Khan also recorded his version about the incident under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act. The singer was summoned for a “personal appearance” and questioning by the agency. The case pertains to the probe agency’s FEMA investigation against him and his associates in 2014 after the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, in 2011, intercepted Khan and his manager, Marrouf Ali Khan, at the Indira Gandhi International Airport here for allegedly carrying an undeclared amount of $124,000 and some other instruments in foreign currency.

Check out the pictures of Rihanna's bejewelled bikini...
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PIC: Rihanna dons a bejewelled bikini

Rihanna knows how to stay in the news all the time. While her music video 'B***h better have my money' created a stir for its graphic content, now the singer has flaunted her body in a skimpy bejewelled bikini. According to an IANS report, the singer returned to her hometown Barbados for the annual Kadooment Day Parade and was seen holding different drinks in her hand throughout the festivities, reports Hollywoodlife.com. Rihanna was seen laughing it up and chatting with friends on the float. Luckily, she didn't have to suffer from any wardrobe malfunctions.

Read further to know about Pakistani singer Adnan Sami being allowed to stay indefinitely in India...
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Adnan Sami allowed to stay in India indefinitely

Pakistani singer Adnan Sami has been allowed to stay in India for an indefinite period following his appeal to legalise his stay on humanitarian grounds, reports Mumbai Mirror. Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju conveyed to the Lok Sabha that Sami, 46, has been exempted from deportation proceedings under Section 3 of the Foreigners Act, the report stated. Ironically, the BJP had criticised the UPA government for extending Sami's visa. Now, as per an order issued on June 3, the Central government "in public interest", declared that the provisions of Foreigners Act, 1946 will not apply to Adnan Sami Khan, and that "he is exempted from the deportation proceedings." Sami arrived on a year-long visitor visa in March 2001. The last visa extension granted to him expired on May 26. Incidentally his Pakistani passport which was issued in May 2010, also expired on the same date. His passport was not renewed by the Pakistan government, which forced him to approach the Indian government with the request to legalise his stay in India on humanitarian grounds.

Sami reportedly holds Canadian citizenship too. Government sources said that he will have to give up Canadian citizenship as India doesn't have provision for dual citizenships. The government also announced on August 4, 2015, that Pakistani businessmen with assured financial standing and credentials will be given multiple entry business visa up to three years.

Read on to know how Beyonce made headlines with her wardrobe malfunction...
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Beyonce suffers a wardrobe malfunction
Singer Beyonce Knowles suffered a rare wardrobe mishap as she got caught out by a gust of wind. According to an IANS report, the singer was stepping out of a car as she made her way to the Hamptons when a sudden gust of wind caused a shirt tied around her waist to lift up and expose her bottom, reports Mirror.co.uk. The ‘Bootylicious’ hitmaker remained composed as she pulled down her top and continued to make her way across the heliport. Beyonce showed off her legs in what appeared to be a black leotard and nude fishnet tights. Some wedged trainers accentuated her lengthy pins and she kept her look casual with a denim jacket. The ‘Single ladies’ singer was making her way to the Hamptons with her husband Jay Z and their three-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy.


Read on to know why Michelle Obama wants to be like Beyonce…
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Michelle Obama wants to be like Beyonce?

First Lady Michelle Obama has joked that she wants to be like Beyonce Knowles. While promoting their Reach Higher campaign, when asked by rapper Wale, as to what would she like to do if she had a different occupation, Michelle gave a rather surprising answer. "I would be Beyonce. I've got the hands," she said demonstrating her moves. Beyonce, 33, had even performed at Michelle's 50th birthday last year. She had also performed at the Neighborhood Ball celebrating the President's inauguration in 2009.

While Beyonce has made news for being Michelle's choice, let's take a look at why did Jennifer Lopez made headlines recently...
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PIC: Jennifer Lopez in a see-through dress

There are no two opinions that Jennifer Lopez is one of the sexiest women on Earth. The 46-year-old singer made an appearance on her birthday wearing a sheer, black dress. The cut-outs on the dress perfectly accentuated her svelte figure. According to a report on Hindustantimes.com, some haters are calling it a 'stocking dress'. Celebrity Kim Kardashian West also tweeted a picture of JLo with the caption that read, "Damn!!!!! How hot does @jlo look!!!!! She will forever be my idol!!!! #BodyGoals " [sic]

While JLo made several heads turn, Justin Bieber recently raised quite a few eyebrows with his nude picture posted online. Click further to see...
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Singer Justin Bieber, shared a photograph of him on the photo-sharing website Instagram, which showed his naked bottom. Clicked at sea, the picture shows Bieber pointing towards something far away. According to a report on dailymail.co.uk, the 21-year-old is currently in Bora Bora. Before travelling to Bora Bora, he was in Australia where he celebrated the American Independence Day.

While Justin Bieber’s pictures are always a topic of discussion, read on to find out how Rihanna made headlines with a music video…
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Popular singer, Rihanna, has released her the music video of one of her latest songs, 'B***h better have my money.’ The singer is seen naked and dripping in blood at the end of the video. The singer also torments a naked woman in the disturbing video, which was released on July 2, has got more than 8 million views in a day. According to an IANS report, the video also features Mads Mikkelsen, the leading actor of TV show Hannibal, as The Accountant, who is bound to a chair.

Read on to know more about Chris Martin's impromptu gig in Delhi's Summer House bar...
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Chris Martin storms into Delhi's Summer House bar
Coldplay frontman, Chris Martin, randomly walked into Delhi's Summer House bar and performed an impromptu set. Vishal Dadlani, who was present at the bar posted a tweet on the same after getting off the stage and was immediately attacked by a barrage of questions on Twitter. Here’s what he had to say in his tweets and tweet replies: " Ok, I just got off stage from standing around while Chris Martin of Coldplay did an impromptu set. Holy wow!! It wasn't an event. We were at a dinner together, and he just went 'let's go play somewhere'! And, boom! What can I say, really? Tonight was BIG. On stage with Chris Martin singing to a stunned Delhi crowd.…” [sic]

Read on to know how Courtney Love was attacked and held hostage recently...
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Singer Courtney Love was attacked and held hostage after she got caught in the middle of a strike between local taxi drivers and drivers of the taxi service, Uber, in Paris recently, reports PTI. The 50-year-old rocker took to Twitter and Instagram to update her fans about her condition, reported Aceshowbiz.com. She first posted a photo of her Uber cab window covered in what appeared to be eggs, on Twitter. “Dude @kanyewest we may turn back to the airport and hide out with u. Picketers just attacked our car #ParisUberStrike,” [sic] she wrote. She shared the same picture of her Uber car window on Instagram along with caption, “Scariest day of my life, ambushed at the airport in Paris by taxi drivers on strike against @uber got taken hostage and our car was destroyed.” [sic]

The singer followed it up with an alarming video of the two faction of drivers yelling and fighting outside her car. Later, she added a photo of her on the back of a motor bike posing with two men who rescued her, the report concluded.

Read further to know why Beyonce was accused of plagiarism...
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'Single ladies' hitmaker, Beyonce, has been sued $7 million by a backing singer who claimed the star had plagiarised her music to write hit song 'XO', reports IANS. The 33-year-old and her company Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records have been taken to court over her hit single 'XO' after Ahmad Lane filed a federal lawsuit claiming she had stolen the music for the track, reports Femalefirst.co.uk. Lane claims that Knowles' current backing singer Chrissy Collins gave her a copy of his song 'XOXO' after he passed on the track to her when the pair was working together for another artiste, the report stated. However, the Grammy Award winner has denied the claims in court documents. The response reads, "The two works at issue are entirely different songs that share no lyrical or musical similarity, other than perhaps the letters X and O. The two songs are distinct from a thematic perspective." The 'Crazy in love' hitmaker also states that Lane hasn't filed a "copyright registration" for his track and asks for the $7 million payment to be dropped.

While Beyonce deals with the lawsuit, read further to know how Jennifer Lopez landed in a soup...
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A raunchy performance in Morocco has landed Jennifer Lopez in a soup, reports Independent.co.uk. An educational group claims that she "disturbed public order and tarnished women's honour and respect" with her on-stage antics after the concert on May 29, 2015 in capital Rabat, and it was broadcast on TV, the report stated. J-Lo has performed in Morocco earlier, but her gigs have never aired on TV until now, reports TMZ. The 45-year-old's high energy show at the Mawazine World Rhythms International Music Festival featured revealing outfits showing off her curves and lots of booty shaking, the report further stated. Further to the report, if J-Lo and her promoter face legal consequences from the lawsuit, she could face up to two years in prison.

While Lopez has made headlines with her raunchy act, read further to know how Ed Sheeran made headlines when he spoke about Bollywood...

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