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  • Talhah Yunus’ solo album ‘Shikwa’ has Talha Anjum cameo

    Talhah Yunus’ solo album ‘Shikwa’ has Talha Anjum cameo

    The album cover, in striking black and white, shows Yunus looking confident in a suit, holding a lit cigarette. But what grabs attention is the gangster-themed style, with a hand holding a gun in the foreground. Adding a personal touch, his belt buckle shines with his initials, TY, showing his identity in the music world.

    In an Instagram post, Yunus not only revealed the album cover but also shared the tracklist, featuring exciting collaborations. Among the ten tracks, one standout is his reunion with Young Stunners partner Talha Anjum on the track ‘Don’t Care.’ He also collaborates with Shareh and JJ47 on tracks ‘Bol’ and ‘Take Your Time,’ promising a mix of sounds and styles.

    Yunus’s solo journey comes after his previous collaborations, including a recent one with singer Asim Azhar on the album ‘Bematlab,’ where they worked on the song ‘Karma’. Azhar showed his support for Yunus’s new album on Instagram, expressing excitement for its release.

    In 2023, the Karachi-based duo reached a milestone by performing at the same event as famous American rapper Travis Scott. Indian rap artist ‘King’ shared the news on social media, announcing that Talha Anjum and Talhah Yunus would be performing alongside Travis Scott at the Wireless Festival Abu Dhabi on March 11 on Yas Island.

    “This is some next-level achievement for us. We desi boys are coming back on March 11, 2023. Show your maximum love, blessings, and support to us by getting tickets!” wrote the ‘Maan Meri Jaan’ rapper, expressing happiness for South Asian artists gaining global recognition.

  • Check out the stunning Nikkah photos and video of Zuhab Khan & Wania Nadeem

    Check out the stunning Nikkah photos and video of Zuhab Khan & Wania Nadeem

    As summer finally makes a delayed appearance, Zuhab Khan tied the knot with his fiancée, the lovely Wania Nadeem, known for her role in Hum TV’s popular drama serial ‘Khusbo Main Basay Khat.’
    She is also a talented actor and model.

    Their wedding videos and pictures have been making waves on Instagram pages.
    Take a look at the pictures of the nikah, and don’t miss the reel capturing special moments from the event.

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  • Imtiaz Ali was advised against casting Shahid Kareena in ‘Jab We Met’

    Imtiaz Ali was advised against casting Shahid Kareena in ‘Jab We Met’

    Bollywood filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has revealed quite shockingly, that he was advised against casting A-listers Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor in his cult hit film ‘Jab We Met.’
    Director Imtiaz Ali, who recently made a biopic film on Indian Punjabi singer ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’, said in a recent interview that he defied suggestions and cast Shahid and Kareena Kapoor in ‘Jab We Met’. The film proved to be a pivotal moment in their careers, achieving cult status over time.

    Imtiaz Ali said, “Fortunately, I have had different opportunities in my career with the supposed success of, or the position of stars, to put it that way.”
    He also said “I remember Shahid and Kareena visiting Jab We Met once. They were not doing well at the time. But it was very successful. You know, people really love that movie, don’t they? So, as a filmmaker, I believe I shouldn’t treat the film industry like the stock market,” said the filmmaker. “Making guesses isn’t what a film director, filmmaker, or producer should be focused on. Instead, we should recognize the potential of each actor for the roles we offer them.”

    He concluded, “A film works when you cast the actor who is most appropriate for that part, not just whoever might be popular at the time. I believe that’s what I’ve learned from my experience.”

  • CJP Isa disappointed at Faizabad Commission report

    CJP Isa disappointed at Faizabad Commission report

    Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Monday condemned the Faizabad Dharna Inquiry Commission stating that the report was “very disappointing” and he was “surprised” to read it.

    The CJP made these comments as a three-member bench — headed by Isa himself — resumed the hearing of the federal government’s review petition after the inquiry commission, formed to investigate the Faizabad sit-in, submitted its report.

    The commission was made on SC orders following the case regarding the 2017 dharna by TLP in Islamabad. The commission gave a “clean chit” to the former spymaster General (retd) Faiz Hameed and former Punjab Rangers director general Major General (retd) Azhar Naveed Hayat.

    “What did the commission do? It just wasted time. The commission is just making speeches,” said CJP Isa during the hearing.

    “It seems that all this was done just to exonerate General Faiz,” he observed.

  • ‘Taliban has taken over most of KP areas’ claims Mohsin Dawar

    ‘Taliban has taken over most of KP areas’ claims Mohsin Dawar

    Mohsin Dawar, former MNA and political rights activist, recently claimed that “Taliban have taken over most of the areas in KP.”

    Dawar appeared on journalist Azaz Syed’s YouTube channel and remarked, “North Waziristan, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank and South Waziristan are almost completely taken over by them [Taliban].”

    Dawar also said that even big cities like Peshawar are not safe anymore.

    When Azaz Syed asked if he was talking about Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) specifically, Mohsin Dawar replied, “There are many groups involved but the majority is TTP that has occupied these areas.”

    When the journalist dug further into the former minister’s big claim, Dawar stated “This is not a claim but a reality. You yourself reported on the issue of abduction of session judge from DI Khan by TTP.”

    Dawar was referring to the Sessions Judge Shakirullah Marwat, who was abducted by TTP members on Dera Ismail Khan’s Tank Road and later released. KP government allegedly paid Rs 5 crore to TTP for his release.

  • Parvez Elahi to be placed under house arrest within 15 days

    Parvez Elahi to be placed under house arrest within 15 days

    The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the Interior Ministry to complete the process of placing Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) leader Chaudhry Parvez Elahi under house arrest in 15 days.

    The court approved the petition, seeking the transfer of the senior politician to a hospital or declaring his residence a sub-jail.

    The wife of the former chief minister Punjab, Qaisra Elahi, submitted a petition for the transfer of Parvez Elahi to a hospital or to declare his residence a sub-jail.

    IHC’s Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir heard the petition and issued the order. He also directed the superintendent of Adiala jail to provide all the medical facilities to the veteran politician.

    “Parvez Elahi is not convicted. He is a 78-year-old undertrial prisoner, and medical facilities should be provided according to his satisfaction,” the court order read. It added that the politician should also be allowed to undergo a medical examination by a personal physician every week in jail.

  • Merry-go-round on PAC chairman continues as PTI replaces Sher Afzal Marwat with Waqas Akram

    Merry-go-round on PAC chairman continues as PTI replaces Sher Afzal Marwat with Waqas Akram

    The chairmanship of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the National Assembly has sparked a conflict between big figures in Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), with the party’s political committee voting in favour of Sheikh Waqas Akram to replace the famous Sher Afzal Marwat.

    Party insiders told Dawn News that PTI’s political committee gathered in Islamabad on Friday to discuss replacing Marwat with member of the National Assembly (NA), Sheikh Waqas Akram.

    The party insider said that 19 members voted in favour of Sheikh Waqas, while seven people voted for Sher Afzal Marwat. Former speaker of NA, Asad Qaiser and Sher Afzal Marwat were not present in the meeting.

    “This is a conspiracy against me by the PTI establishment,” a bitter and angry sounding Sher Afzal Marwat said, confirming the report, when approached for comment over the phone.

  • Muhammad Amir’s departure for Ireland postponed due to visa delays

    Muhammad Amir’s departure for Ireland postponed due to visa delays

    Pakistan cricket team’s fast bowler Muhammad Amir’s departure for Ireland has been postponed due to delays in visa processes.

    The Pakistani team is scheduled to leave for a tour of Ireland and England at 1.30 am on Tuesday, but one of the key members of the squad, Muhammad Amir, will not be with them.

    Amir’s visa delay is likely linked to concerns over his previous involvement in spot-fixing in 2010, which led to a brief prison sentence in the UK. This is not the first time Aamir has faced visa delays. A similar situation happened during Pakistan’s previous tour to Ireland and England in 2018.

  • Behroze Sabzwari, Nadia Afgan slam unprofessionalism among young actors

    Behroze Sabzwari, Nadia Afgan slam unprofessionalism among young actors

     

    Veteran actor Behroze Sabzwari and long-time star Nadia Afgan recently appeared on Suno TV’s show ‘Showtime with Ramiz’.
    The host Hina questioned Behroze, “When we talk about new actors, we’re talking about the youth; there are abundant facilities, and they also receive good pay. Do you think the standard of acting now is the same as it was during your time?”
     
    Behroze Sabzwari said, “Pakistan’s standards are generally low, so how can actors be expected to excel? Education teaches basic ethics, but they’re lacking everywhere.’
    Nadia Afgan added, “Discipline, hard work, and dedication are essential. Practice makes perfect, but today’s actors seem lost when it comes to their lines and refuse to rehearse. They even ask us for help with their lines.”

  • Honorary Captain rank given for one day to boxer Amir Khan

    Honorary Captain rank given for one day to boxer Amir Khan

    World-famous Pakistani-born British boxer Amir Khan has been given the rank of honorary captain for a day by the Pakistan Army in recognition of his achievements.

    A ceremony was held to confer the rank of honorary captain on the boxer.

    Khan said on the occasion, “Pakistan Army has always played an important role in the promotion of sports. I always supported the Army because it is our pride.”

    “I will continue to play my part for the promotion of sports in Pakistan. Pakistani youth should participate more in sports, I intend to open more boxing academies in Pakistan.”

    “I had a meeting with Army Chief General Asim Munir, I am thankful to Pakistan Army for honoring me, we feel very safe when we come to Pakistan. One day we will win medals in Commonwealth and Olympics.”

    Earlier Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi helped him to reopen his boxing academy in Islamabad.