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  • Fake videos of Bollywood stars stir up election worries in India

    Fake videos of Bollywood stars stir up election worries in India

    In some fake videos spreading widely on the internet, two top Bollywood actors from India are shown speaking out against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They’re asking people to support the opposition Congress party in the current general election. In one video, Aamir Khan talks for about 30 seconds, and in another, Ranveer Singh speaks for about 41 seconds. They say Modi didn’t fulfill his promises during his time as prime minister and didn’t solve important economic problems.

    The fake videos made by artificial intelligence show the symbol and slogan of the Congress party at the end. The slogan is “Vote for Justice, Vote for Congress.” These videos have been watched more than half a million times on social media since last week, according to Reuters.

    The spread of these videos shows how AI-generated content could affect the huge Indian election that began last Friday and will go on until June. AI, or artificial intelligence, creating fake videos, called deepfakes, are becoming more common in elections worldwide.

    Since 2019, in India, there’s been a big shift towards using WhatsApp and Facebook for campaigning. This year’s general election, where Modi is likely to win a third term, marks the first time AI is being used in Indian elections.

    A spokesperson for the Congress party named Sujata Paul shared actor Ranveer Singh’s video with her 16,000 followers on a platform called X on April 17. By Saturday afternoon, her post had been shared 2,900 times, liked 8,700 times, and viewed 438,000 times. Paul told Reuters on the phone that she knew the video was labeled as “manipulated media” by X, but she didn’t want to remove it. When she posted it, she thought the person in the video looked like Singh, and she thought it was ‘creative’.

    The post disappeared from X on Sunday, shortly after Reuters asked Congress’ social media head for comments, but received no response. Both actors have said the videos are fake. Facebook, X, and at least eight fact-checking websites have also confirmed they’re altered or manipulated, which Reuters verified too.

    Aamir Khan was worried about the viral “fake” video, and Ranveer Singh is planning to sue the account that originally released the video. Singh’s team is investigating, said a spokesperson for both actors. Singh warned on X on Friday: “Be careful of deepfakes, friends.”

  • Dutch Actor Donny Roelvink embraces Islam

    Dutch Actor Donny Roelvink embraces Islam

    Dutch model and singer Donny Roelvink has embraced Islam, joining the growing number of people converting to the faith. Donny’s journey towards Islam began after a series of life-altering experiences, starting with a severe accident during a shoot that left him with broken ribs and a punctured lung. Following this ordeal, he was diagnosed with cancer and underwent treatment.

    These challenging experiences led Donny to seek spirituality, ultimately leading him to Islam. He observed Ramzan this year and recently took his Shahadah, marking his official entry into the Muslim community. Pictures of Donny taking his Shahadah in the mosque circulated on social media platforms, garnering widespread attention.

  • Hardly see any good acting on Pakistani TV anymore: Yasir Hussain

    Hardly see any good acting on Pakistani TV anymore: Yasir Hussain

    Yasir Hussain, a host, actor, comedian, and director, gained instant fame with his debut film ‘Karachi Say Lahore,’ his dramas and also marriage to Pakistan’s sweetheart Iqra Aziz.
    Recently, Hussain appeared on Iffat Omar’s YouTube show ‘Say It All with Iffat Omar.’ During the show, he shared his disappointment with today’s Pakistani TV creators and actors.

    Yasir Hussain, discussing TV show, said, “I hardly see good acting in Pakistani TV shows. I’m a big TV fan, watched a lot in my childhood. We grew up on shows like ‘Ankahi’, with actors like Shehnaz Sheikh, Javaid Sheikh, Saleem Nasir, and Qavi Khan. We haven’t seen anyone like Qavi Khan since. In India, they’ve had actors like Irfan Khan and Manoj Vajpai, who paved the way for stars like SRK, Salman Khan, and now Ranveer Singh. They create their own success.”

    Speaking about the roles he’s offered, he said, “I receive less roles because I decline many offers, so producers assume I’ll reject theirs too. Most drama makers don’t approach me because of this. I’m selective in my choices. However, if friends propose a role that interests me, I consider it. Additionally, I enjoy theater and film. Hosting also provides a good income.”

    Watch the video here:

  • Who designed the iconic Geo News logo?

    Who designed the iconic Geo News logo?

    Actor Shahzad Nawaz, who actively promotes arts and culture in Pakistan, has stated that the Geo News logo is his creation.
    Nawaz was a guest on Geo’s Hasna Mana Hai and when host Tabish Hashmi asked him about his work in graphic designing, Nawaz said that he used to make a lot of logo designs. Hashmi said that he had heard that Nawaz had designed the iconic geo news, blue and orange logo.

    Shahzad Nawaz replied, “I produced it,” further explaining that, “I conceptualized how the overall persona of Geo News would stand out and how it would appear on the screen.”

    Geo News began airing in October 2002 as part of Geo TV. Later, in 2004, Geo TV decided to establish Geo News as its standalone news channel.

  • ‘All cricketers are like brothers to me’: Nazish Jahangir responds to supposed Babar Azam proposal

    ‘All cricketers are like brothers to me’: Nazish Jahangir responds to supposed Babar Azam proposal

    Actress Nazish Jahangir landed herself in an unintended hot mess when she was asked on Instagram about a possible marriage to Babar Azam. She was asked that if the top-order batsman proposed to her what would she do. She said she wouldn’t want to marry Azam.

    After receiving criticism from the cricket player’s devoted fanbase on social media, the ‘Berukhi’ actor explained in the following statement, “Babar bhai hum sab k bhai hain but un k fans MA dil khol k negativity phila rahy hain’ (Babar is like a brother to us but his fans are spreading this negativity). I have nothing to do with cricketers, all are bros to me tbh [to be honest],” she added.

    “I have no problem with cricketers, and I don’t make any comments or judgments about them, so please keep your negativity to yourself,” she wrote on her Instagram account.

    The recent controversy came up a few days after Jahangir stated that she wouldn’t marry anyone from the entertainment industry. She emphasised that she would prefer from someone from outside Pakistan. She mentioned, “I’ve never really thought about it, but if I have the choice, I’d like to settle abroad after marriage, whether it’s in the USA, Dubai, Canada, or even London.”

  • Salman Khan’s sister, Arpita, visits Nizamuddin Dargah to ask for brother’s protection

    Salman Khan’s sister, Arpita, visits Nizamuddin Dargah to ask for brother’s protection

    Arpita Khan, sister of Bollywood star Salman Khan, recently visited Nizamuddin Dargah in New Delhi. She went to the Sufi shrine after there was firing near Salman’s home in Mumbai, Galaxy apartments, and the target was allegedly, Salman.
    A video shared on Instagram by Pallav Paliwal showed Arpita Khan saying a prayer at the shrine.

    The gunfire near Galaxy Apartments on April 14th caused increased security in the area. Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, said he was responsible for it.
    Despite the incident, Salman Khan, seemingly unaffected, flew to Dubai for the launch of his fitness brand equipment, Being Strong.

  • No beard, no show: Zuhab Khan says he needed a beard transplant to get work

    No beard, no show: Zuhab Khan says he needed a beard transplant to get work

    Zuhab Khan, who started acting as a child star, has grown up on Pakistani TV screens while working on numerous projects. Recently, he underwent a beard transplant, which caused a stir on social media.

    In a conversation on Ayaz Samoo’s show, he shared, “I opted for the transplant because I’m at an age where I’m not offered child roles anymore and not yet considered for leading adult roles. Taking a year-long break for the beard was necessary for my career progression. I aim to have a beard for future projects when I’m offered hero roles.”

    Zuhab also opened up about facing rejections in dramas due to his appearance. He revealed that he had to face issues due to his lack of facial hair. “Being turned down for four projects because I lacked the required ‘hero-like’ beard. This was disappointing, especially as I was close to signing one of the projects. These experiences led me to make decisions about my future,” he said.

  • No India: Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant set to marry in London

    No India: Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant set to marry in London

    The pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, Gujarat, caught the world’s attention, and some couldn’t believe that it wasn’t the actual wedding. Now, all eyes are on what the Ambanis will do next. But unexpectedly, throwing a curveball to India, the Ambanis have decided to have the marriage in England instead of their home country.

    According to recent reports, the couple will tie the knot at the Stoke Park estate in London. While some festivities might still happen in Mumbai, the main ‘I do’s’ will happen in The King’s land.
    With Nita Ambani overseeing every detail, preparations are in full swing. Invitations have already been sent out to Bollywood stars, ensuring a star-studded celebration.
    Like the extravagant pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, guests can expect luxurious arrangements and a strict dress code for the London ceremony.

  • Netflix’s Squid Game season 2, Emily in Paris season 4 set for late 2024 release

    Netflix’s Squid Game season 2, Emily in Paris season 4 set for late 2024 release

    Co-CEO of Netflix, Ted Sarandos has hinted at the release of several series, including Netflix’s Squid Game in the latter half of 2024, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

    Although Sarandos didn’t specify release dates, his remarks suggest they will be out sometime in the second half of 2024.

    Squid Game holds the title of Netflix’s most-watched show ever and was renewed for a second season in June 2022.

    In 2024, viewers can expect Squid Game 2, The Night Agent, new seasons of Outer Banks, Emily in Paris, and Ryan Murphy’s Monster anthology.

    Following the success of Squid Game, Netflix launched a reality competition version titled ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’.

    The 10-part reality series featured 456 players competing in games inspired by the original series, for a cash prize of $4.56 million.

    Upon its November 2023 premiere, ‘The Challenge’ debuted as the No.1 English-language show on Netflix.

  • Listen to your body, trust your instincts: ZaraNoor Abbas has advice for new moms

    Listen to your body, trust your instincts: ZaraNoor Abbas has advice for new moms

    Zara Noor Abbas just had a baby girl named Noor-e-Jahan with her husband Asad Siddiqui. Usually, people talk a lot about the happiness of having a new baby, but Zara wanted to talk about something else too. She went on Instagram to discuss the postpartum period.

    Zara posted pictures with her daughter and photos of cute things like white booties, a pink cake, and toys. There was even a poster saying ‘Welcome home, baby Noor-e-Jahan and Mommy.’ Zara also said thank you to everyone who has been supporting her, like her fans, friends, and family. She talked about how becoming a mom changed her life, making her feel like she had everything she needed.

    “First and foremost- Thank you to all my friends and family and my amazing fans for all the pyaar and duayein (love and prayers). I read all your comments and messages,” Abbas penned in the caption. “It’s just Insane. The journey from nothingness to everything. This rush of joy and power. The feeling that I can conquer anything now. The nourishment of empowerment and love.”

    She continued, “The tears, the all-nighters, the difficulties in understanding what the baby wants. Which cry will signal me of a particular task/action. How to position the head – how to lengthen the body, how to massage the fragile bones that you can hear sounds of.”

    Zara openly talked about the challenges of understanding her newborn’s needs, learning how to take care of a baby, and the confusing feelings that come with the time after giving birth. She stressed how important it is for new moms to accept help, take care of themselves, and be proud of what they’ve achieved without feeling like they have to be perfect.
    She added, “The questions that will only be answered by spending alone time with the baby. The pressure to know it all in these 40 days. It’s superior! It’s a lot! And I feel like we don’t talk much about the journey after the birth. Postpartum. It’s real. It’s as real as pregnancy.”

    Zara highlighted the strength that comes with being a mom, encouraging other new moms to recognize their own strength and ask for help when they need it. She wanted to make it normal to talk about the challenges after giving birth, hoping to reassure other moms that they’re not alone in their journey.

    The Jhoom actor had a message for new moms: take control of your post-baby journey. “To all the new moms, don’t feel like you have to be a superhero. You already became one by giving birth with God’s help. Now, take a break. Let others help you. Rest. Eat. Sleep. Nap. You can tell people to leave you alone. Don’t follow advice you don’t like. Swaddle the baby how you want. Feed the baby however you want. Do what feels right for you,” she commented.

    Abbas ended with an important reminder: “Listen to your body and your motherly instincts.” She emphasized the need to be patient, saying, ‘It will take time to recover, but you’ll be okay, I promise. You know why? Because you’re a mom. And moms, wow, we know how strong they are, don’t we?’”