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  • ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ makes history as first Pakistani film released on TikTok

    ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ makes history as first Pakistani film released on TikTok

    Director Sarmat Khoosat’s beleaguered film ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ is making history as the first full-length film to partner with TikTok. The film will be divided into 12 to 15 parts, each part lasting more than a minute and will be available on Tik Tok.

    ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ (Circus of Life) tells the story of a religious man who faces criticism for dancing, highlighting Pakistan’s strict gender roles. Despite controversy, the film won international awards, including the Kim Ji-Seok Award and Snow Leopard Award for Best Film. It was also Pakistan’s official entry for the 93rd Academy Awards.

    Tik Tok press team quoted Sarmad Khoosat as saying, “Our film inspires kindness, promotes tolerance, and encourages peace. I’m thrilled it will be the first Pakistani film officially released on TikTok, and we cannot wait for the platform’s vibrant global community to enjoy the movie.”

    @khoosatfilms Zindagi Tamasha | Intro | Sarmad Khoosat #whattowatch #whotofollow #zindagitamasha ♬ original sound – Khoosatfilms – Khoosat Films

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    Zindagi Tamasha | Trailer | Feature Film #whattowatch #whotofollow #zindagitamasha #circusoflife @sarmadkhoosat

    ♬ original sound – Khoosatfilms – Khoosat Films

  • Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut leads in Lok Sabha elections

    Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut leads in Lok Sabha elections

    Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut who contested from a BJP ticket in Himachal Pradesh for the first time, has taken a significant lead over her rival candidate. She had 325,925 votes while the Congress candidate Vikramaditya Singh had 283,101 votes.
    In an interview to Indian media, Kangana said, “I’m not going anywhere! I’m here to serve the people of Himachal Pradesh.”
    When asked about the trend of decreasing votes for Modi’s party, she laughed saying, “Maybe someone else will have to pack their bags and leave”

  • Sanam Saeed reveals warrior look for ‘Umro Ayyar’

    Sanam Saeed reveals warrior look for ‘Umro Ayyar’

    Actress and model Sanam Saeed has given fans a thrilling glimpse into her upcoming film ‘Umro Ayyar’
    She posted few picture on Instagram of her character ‘Meenu’ dressed in warrior attire, looking fierce and determined.

    The picture also include a selfie with co-star Usman Mukhtar and a behind-the-scenes photo of the cast. Saeed’s caption on her Instagram, “Ayyaron tayyar ho!? Some bts shots of the Ayyars and myself as Meena! Coming to a cinema near you this Eid Al Azha 2024!”

    Sanam Saeed is also set to appear in the Indian web series ‘Shandur’ alongside Fawad Khan, as well as in ‘Barzakh’ and the Netflix film ‘Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo.’

  • My 9:00 pm news is my Nikkah: News anchor Junaid Zafar’s hilarious marriage announcement

    My 9:00 pm news is my Nikkah: News anchor Junaid Zafar’s hilarious marriage announcement

    News anchor and marathon runner Muhammad Junaid, one of the most recognizable faces on prime time television, got nikkahfied to Aamina.

    Junaid Zafar has been associated with Geo News since many years, one of the channel’s most recognizable faces.
    He shared the news on his X (Twitter) handle, posting the pictures with the caption, “My today’s 9:00 pm news is that I had my Nikkah. Alhamdulillah” Muhammad Junaid and his wife Aamina’s families have shared some lovely moments from their close nikkah ceremony.

    Here the pictures:

  • Pakistan’s ‘Nayab’ wins at festival in Cannes

    Pakistan’s ‘Nayab’ wins at festival in Cannes

    Pakistani film ‘Nayab’ has won the ‘Best Foreign Film’ award at World Film Festival in Cannes. The film, directed by Umair Nasir Ali, also won the Best First Time Film Maker award in the feature film category. The film is written by Basit Naqvi, Ali Abbas Naqvi

    The story of the film is centered around a young woman determined to break stereotypes by playing cricket for Pakistan’s national team. Her brother, who was once a rising star himself, struggles with his past.

    The director posted a picture on Instagram with the caption, “Happy to share our film “Nayab” won Best Foreign Film and Best First Time Filmmaker (Feature) at the World Film Festival in Cannes – Remember the Future! April 2024 -Despite limited festival opportunities after commercial theatrical release locally and globally, these awards bring us great joy. Thanks to the entire Nayab Team for making “Nayab” possible! Specially @rumina_umair @aliabbasnaqvi88 & @m.basit.naqvi for being there since the inception of the idea which we started in 2019.”

    Yumna Zaidi who played the character of Nayab also posted a picture on her Instagram with the caption, “Nayab” my real star ”

    Note: The prestigious Cannes Film Festival ended on May 25. Don’t confuse it with the World Film Festival in Cannes, a separate monthly competition held in the same city.

  • ‘Burning children alive can never be justified’; Dua Lipa demands ceasefire

    ‘Burning children alive can never be justified’; Dua Lipa demands ceasefire

    British-Albanian singer Dua Lipa is once again calling for an urgent and permanent ceasefire as Israel’s military actions in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where numerous Palestinian civilians have reportedly lost their lives in recent days. Dua Lipa is once more advocating for an immediate and enduring ceasefire.

    On May 28, the pop star posted an Artists for Ceasefire image with the hashtag “#AllEyesOnRafah” on her Instagram Story, stating, “Burning children alive can never be justified.” The harsh condemnation of Israel followed Israel’s massacre in Rafah where videos showed children decapitated and burnt alive.

    Lipa said, “The whole world is mobilising to stop the Israeli genocide, please show your solidarity with Gaza.”
    She signed an open letter from Artists for Ceasefire, encouraging President Joe Biden to support peace in Gaza, a few weeks after the strikes on October 7. She was among many celebrities who supported the initiative. She freely expressed her thoughts on the fight three months later in her January cover story for Rolling Stone.

    On Monday, 45 people were killed in a fire that started in a tent camp in the Gazan city of Rafah due to an Israeli attack. This led to international protest from leaders around the world, who requested the enforcement of a ICJ ruling to stop Israel’s genocide

    Health officials in Gaza stated that women, children, and the elderly made up more than half of the deceased and that the number of fatalities was probably going to increase due to those who had serious burns.
    Over 45 million users, including local and international celebrities, shared the viral ‘All eyes on Rafah’ story on Instagram.
    At least 36,171 Palestinians have been killed and 81,420 wounded in Israel’s war on Gaza since October 7.

  • Bollywood celebrities finally break silence on Israel’s genocide in Gaza

    Bollywood celebrities finally break silence on Israel’s genocide in Gaza

    After nearly seven and a half months, Bollywood’s top actors also broke their silence on Israeli aggression in Palestine.

    Following the Israeli military attack in the Rafah refugee camp, many Bollywood actors expressed their support for the defenseless Palestinians by condemning Israeli aggression.

    Bollywood celebrities including Priyanka Chopra, Sonakshi Sinha Malaikaarorao, and Alia Bhatt have joined the ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ post that’s gone viral on Instagram and other social media sites.

    Many other actors also became part of the ongoing ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ campaign, launched on various social media platforms in protest against the Indian government’s support for Israel.

    After the recent attacks at the refugee camp in Rafah, which killed 75 Palestinians, including a large number of women and children, it was revealed that explosive materials were used, causing those living in the camp to be burnt alive.

    The incident has prompted the International Court of Justice to issue an injunction against Israel’s actions in Rafah.

    The phrase ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ is a phrase that points to ethnic cleansing in Rafah. This phrase is trending on social media everywhere.

    A picture urging attention to Israeli aggression in Gaza has been shared and re-shared over 33.6 million times on Instagram in the last 24 hours.

  • Two years since Sidhu Moose Wala’s death, parents keep son’s memory alive

    Two years since Sidhu Moose Wala’s death, parents keep son’s memory alive

     
    Today is the second death anniversary of the late Punjabi singer/rapper Sidhu Moose Wala, who was the ‘King of Punjabi music industry’ and ‘Heartthrob of Young Hearts’.
     
    On May 29, 2022, Sidhu Moose Wala was brutally murdered by gunfire in Jawaharke village of Mansa district on May 29, 2022. Over 30 bullets were fired at him.
     
     
    Lawrence Bishnoi, a renowned mobster, was later identified as the murder’s facilitator. The singer, a political activist who ran for office in the last election from Mansa on a Congress ticket but was unsuccessful, was the target of the attackers’ long-standing anger.
     
    The Indian police have been unable to locate the criminals and prosecute them, even after making many arrests. Today, the family of Sidhu Moose Wala has announced a unique ceremony to honor his memory.
     
     
    His mother has posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying, “We remember you, dear son Sidhu. We will never forget you, and your memory will always be alive in our hearts. This day is written in black ink in history.”

     
    Moose Wala’s father, Sardar Balkaur Singh Sidhu, has also posted a picture of his son and appealed for justice, using the hashtag #JusticeForSidhuMooseWala. He expressed his disappointment and frustration over the lack of justice, saying, “Justice has become a distant hope.”

     
    Sidhu Moose Wala’s parents, ‘Balkaur’and ‘Charan Kaur’, have recently welcomed their second son. ( Shubhdeep)

  • A fresh take on arranged marriage; ‘Poppay Ki Wedding’ delivers humor with heart

    A fresh take on arranged marriage; ‘Poppay Ki Wedding’ delivers humor with heart

    I recently watched ‘Poppay Ki Wedding’ and thoroughly enjoyed it. The movie tells the story of a modern man who returns to his hometown for his sister’s wedding, only to find out that his family has arranged his marriage to a stranger. Determined to challenge traditional customs, he sets out to catch a glimpse of his future wife’s face before the wedding day.

     

    The cast, including Khushhal Khan, Nazish Jahangir, Rehan Sheikh, Shamyale Nasir, Sara Aijaz Khan, and Aleezay Rasul, deliver impressive performances in this romantic comedy. The film’s writers and directors, Kanza Zia and Ammar Lasani, deserve credit for giving new faces a chance to shine in roles that fit their characters perfectly. The film introduces new faces that fit their roles perfectly.

     

    The story is engaging, with Poppay navigating his conflicting desires and family pressures, all while maintaining a light-hearted, comedic tone.Chu Chu, Poppay’s friend, and Mooda, who is Poppay’s uncle, are standout characters who add a lot of humor to the story. The music in the film is exciting and enhances the film’s lively atmosphere.

     

    The film features four songs: ‘Poppay di Shaan’ (the theme of the film), ‘Pardesi Larka’ ‘Aisa Ishq,’ and ‘O Khuda.’ Each song adds to the vibrant, festive feel of the movie.The film’s message about respecting our parents’ choices and decisions is a valuable one.

     

     While Poppay’s journey from resisting arranged marriage to embracing it is entertaining, it also highlights the importance of family and tradition.This could be on time watch film recommend ‘Poppay Ki Wedding.’ It’s a fun, colorful, and heartwarming film that you can enjoy with family and friends. You won’t regret buying tickets for this entertaining movie.

     

    One drawback of the film, in my opinion, is that Poppay’s cousin’s acting, while showing promise with her expressions, fell short in terms of her dialogue delivery. Her lines often felt forced or unnatural, which detracted from the overall impact of her performance.

  • ‘New actresses should work on a few things’: Sadia Imam on Hiba Bukhari’s look

    ‘New actresses should work on a few things’: Sadia Imam on Hiba Bukhari’s look

    ‘New actresses should work on a few things’: Sadia Imam on Hiba Bukhari’s look

    Actress Hiba Bukhari is appearing in two dramas right now, ‘Radd’ (ARY Digital) and ‘Jaan Nisar’ (Geo).
    Recently, Sadia Imam, co-host of the show ‘Kia Drama Hai’, talked about Hiba Bukhari’s appearance in ‘Jaan Nisar’. She also discussed her ‘Radd’ look.

    Sadia Imam said, “Hiba looks suitable in ‘Radd’, portraying an educated girl from a lower-middle-class family. However, her makeup stands out, particularly the glossy lipstick, which seems out of place when matte makeup is currently in style. I’ve seen her previous work with Faysal Quraishi, and I even messaged him from Germany with some advice for her – to refine her eyebrow shape and lose weight, which she did and looked lovely afterwards. Still, I wish she had opted for a more subtle, matte makeup look in Radd.”

    The advise seems like a weird bit to offer publicly. Comments on an actor’s weight or makeup should not be publicly expressed.