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  • 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.

  • ‘Marriage is very important but not the end game’: Sajal Aly

    ‘Marriage is very important but not the end game’: Sajal Aly

    Powerhouse Sajal Aly is an inspiration to many fans, not just for her performances but also for being remarkably level headed.

    The actress recently gave an interview to Fuchsia Magazine at the launch event of Zard Patton Ka Bun. The conversation turned to society’s expectations, and Sajal did not hold back.

    “Marriage is often pitched as the endgame for a woman in our society, but that’s not the truth. Marriage can be a beautiful and important part of a woman’s life, but it’s not the ultimate goal. What marriage should be is a support system, and that’s only possible if you find a supportive partner. A woman should always seek independence through education and never lose her sense of self.”

    She also shared that, unlike her character Meenu, she never dreamed of becoming a doctor when she grew up. ‘I like always, connected deeply with the character of Meenu and loved being a part of a socially relevant show. Meenu’s story is so important, and I felt honored to bring it to life,” she remarked.

    The toughest part of the show for her? Surprisingly, riding the bicycle. “The bike was too big and I fell down a few times. I was scared and hurt, but I didn’t give up,” she said.

  • What will Fawad Khan’s upcoming Indian series be about? Amna Isani has the details

    What will Fawad Khan’s upcoming Indian series be about? Amna Isani has the details

    Get the scoop on Fawad Khan’s upcoming Indian series as journalist Amna Isani shared exclusive details about the actor’s new venture on her show ‘Haute Review’ hosted by Hassan Choudhry and herself.

    “Fawad Khan is doing a big-budget series where he plays a polo players’ trainer. The series is written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Asim Raza. The production is led by Misbah Shafique, who has worked with Zee 5. It will be released on Sony Life. The cast includes Sanam Saeed, Mikaal Zulfiqar, and Hira Khan. The series was shot in London, Islamabad, and Chitral. Fawad Khan plays a Chitrali Nawab who trains polo players, and Sanam Saeed probably plays a British girl.”

    Here is the link to the video:

  • Singers are born, not made: Shazia Manzoor on vocal talent and Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s popularity

    Singers are born, not made: Shazia Manzoor on vocal talent and Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s popularity

    Legendary singer Shazia Manzoor recently she given an interview on Moeen Zubair’s YouTube channel. During the interview, she discussed her abilities in singing, stating, “Singers are born with good vocals, either you are a singer or you are not”. She also talked about Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s fame and success.

    Talking about Bado Badi, she said, “People tune in to him for entertainment; his style has resonated with the audience, and it’s almost like a comedic performance. He’s been blessed with a talent that people enjoy, and we’re all having a good time listening to him. It takes courage to pursue singing, and he’s confident in his craft. While I won’t encourage him to continue singing, I wish him success – may he even reach 2 billion views! However, I still believe that a beautiful, melodious song by a skilled singer has the power to uplift your mood and make it fresh.”

  • Salman Khan’s ‘Sikandar’ likely to star popular actor as villain

    Salman Khan’s ‘Sikandar’ likely to star popular actor as villain

    Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is gearing up for his new film ‘Sikandar’, rumoured to star a ‘Baahubali’ actor in the villain role.

    Directed by AR Murugadoss, ‘Sikandar’- planned for release next year- will commence shooting in June.
    Producer Chithra Laksmanan has announced that South Indian star Sathyaraj will play the villain.
    “Sathyaraj, who played the role of Kattappa in ‘Baahubali’, will be up as villain against Khan in Sikandar,” she confirmed.

    Rashmika Mandanna has been confirmed to play the female lead opposite Salman Khan.

    She wrote her on Instagram story “You guys for a long time have been asking me for the next update and here it is… Surprise!! I am truly grateful and honoured to be a part of #Sikandar,”
    After eight years away from the screen since Akira in 2016, AR Murugadoss is about to return to Hindi cinema.

  • Erica Robin and Mashal Khan condemn assault on Christian man in Sargodha

    Erica Robin and Mashal Khan condemn assault on Christian man in Sargodha

    Earlier in the week, a Christian man was injured in Sargodha by a violent mob, while his house and factory were set on fire on allegations of blasphemy. While police were able to control the situation before it spiralled out of control, the situation was reminiscent of Jaranwala riots for many people.

    Miss Universe Pakistan 2023 Erica Robin and Pakistani actor Mashal Khan have talked about the attempted lynching, asking authorities to protect minority rights.

    Robin posted a powerful message on her Instagram about how minorities in Pakistan face difficulties and why things must change. She said, “It’s sad that minorities in Pakistan aren’t treated the same as the majority. If it wasn’t for the votes of minorities in 1947, Pakistan wouldn’t be here today.

    Even Quaid-e-Azam recognized that minorities played a big part in making Pakistan. But what’s happening in Pakistan now is terrible and has been happening for a long time.”

    Robin spoke up after the terrible attack in Sargodha, saying that this isn’t just one incident. She said, “The recent sad event in Sargodha, where an innocent person was killed, shows how minorities are treated badly. This isn’t the only time it’s happened; there have been other incidents like the Gojra riots, where Ahmadis were targeted, and attacks on Hindu and Christian communities for many years.”

    She also talked about how Pakistan’s blasphemy laws are sometimes used unfairly against minorities. She said, “The blasphemy law in Pakistan has been used unfairly against minorities many times. Most Pakistanis need to speak up and say we should get rid of this law. Minorities are a big part of our country and deserve to be treated fairly and protected.” Robin also shared her love for Pakistan and her hope for things to get better. “We care about our country and are an important part of it. It’s time for things to change.”

    Mashal also used Instagram to speak out against the attacks and highlight the important role minorities played in Pakistan’s history. “I keep having to say the same thing over and over. Minorities helped build Pakistan, and it was meant to protect them too. Muslims were a minority before Pakistan was made and faced hate because of their religion. We can’t let this keep happening in our own country,” Mashal said. The Suno Chanda actor added, “If we let these terrible people get away with this, they’ll feel more powerful. We need to stand up for minorities.”

    The victim, Nazir Gill, was critically injured despite police saving his life. He’s being treated at a hospital. When the angry mob attacked, they wrecked Nazir Gill’s house and factory. Scared, many Christian people ran away from their homes, some taking shelter in churches nearby.

  • Mukesh Ambani’s gift to son is mind-blowingly expensive

    Mukesh Ambani’s gift to son is mind-blowingly expensive

    Mukesh Ambani, the richest man in India and the tenth richest person worldwide, has the means to spoil his kids, twins Akash and Isha, as well as their younger brother Anant, according to India Today.

    Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s bachelorette celebration cost the rich couple almost INR 1259 crore. Global superstar Rihanna was paid between between INR 66 to INR 74 crore. For the July wedding, the family is now planning to spend double that amount.
    Mukesh Ambani has purchased an opulent beachfront house in Dubai for Anant. The property isn’t just any old villa, but supposedly one of the priciest in all of Dubai, located on the Palm Jumeirah.

    In April 2022, Ambani bought a luxurious 3,000-square-foot home with 10 bedrooms and a private 70-meter beach. According to News18, he paid an astounding INR 640 crore for the mansion. Hindustan Times reported that this was the second-largest residential real estate deal in Dubai.

  • Moin Akhtar left his wedding to attend THIS actor’s marriage

    Moin Akhtar left his wedding to attend THIS actor’s marriage

    Moin Akhtar left his wedding to attend THIS actor’s marriage

    You all know that the late great comedian and artist Moin Akhtar was one of the brightest shining stars in Pakistan, but did you know that he was also a very good friend?
    The actor wrote an incident in his memoir that cemented his status as the bestest friend to ever have.

    Moin left his wedding ceremony to attend that of his close friend Talat Hussain, who passed away yesterday.

    “I left my own wedding to attend Talat Hussain’s wedding without an invitation,” the comedian wrote in his memoir.

    The year was 1972. A young Moin was getting married on the same day as his friend and comrade Talat Hussain. “My wedding was on the same day that Talat Hussain wed Rakhshi. Although Talat couldn’t make it to my wedding, I didn’t need an invitation to attend his; our friendship had long surpassed the need for formalities, and I went directly from my own wedding celebrations to join in his special day.”

    Moin Akhtar also revealed that among their group of friends was a palmist who knew about astrology. Once the palmist said to Talat Hussain, “You should change your name, this name doesn’t suit you much.” And then he changed his name to ‘Farooq Jalal’, under which Talat Hussain worked in a film. The film was successful, but perhaps Talat Hussain liked his own name better.

    Talat Hussain passed away in Karachi on Sunday, May 26, 2024 after a long illness. The thespian was born on September 18, 1940. In a career spanning over six decades, he starred in many popular dramas and films, winning multiple awards, including the Amanda Award and Pride of 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.

  • Naimal and Hamza’s lunch date video will make you go ‘aww’

    Naimal and Hamza’s lunch date video will make you go ‘aww’

    The delightful Naimal Khawar Khan has been cherishing moments with her husband, superstar Hamza Ali Abbasi. She recently treated her followers to adorable snapshots and a vlog capturing their latest lunch date. They ventured out to explore a new coffee shop in Islamabad’s picturesque rainy weather. Naimal generously shared the vlog on her YouTube channel, and now we’ve gathered some delightful pictures for you to enjoy.

    Check the pictures below: