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  • Aamir Khan announces next film ‘Sitare Zameen Par’

    Aamir Khan announces next film ‘Sitare Zameen Par’

    Bollywood actor Aamir Khan recieved accolades for his 2007 film ‘Tare Zameen Par’ which explored the struggles of a dyslexic child who is sent to a boarding school after poor academic performance. Now, the actor has confirmed that he is working on a sequel called ‘Sitare Zameen Par’ which will focus on the theme of promoting mental health and children’s rights.

    Speaking to News 18, Aamir said that the sequel will be 10 steps ahead of the original film, stressing that it aims to make the audience laugh instead of crying.

    “I have not spoken about it publicly and I won’t be able to say much now also. But I can tell the title. The title of the film is Sitare Zameen Par. You must have remembered my film Taare Zameen Par and the name of this film is Sitare Zameen Par because we are moving 10 steps ahead with the same theme. Taare Zameen Par was an emotional film, this film will make you laugh. That film made you cry this one will entertain you.”

    Nine boys will help his character in the film, the superstar stated.

    “But the theme is the same that’s why we kept this name very thoughtfully. We all have flaws, we all have weaknesses, but we all also have something special, so we are taking forward this theme but this time the character of the special child Ishaan in that film, my character helps that character in Taare Zameen Par, in Sitare Zameen Par, those 9 boys, who have their own issues they help me. It’s the opposite.”

    ‘Tare Zameen Par’ revolved around the eight-year-old boy Ishaan, who struggles with dyslexia, being labelled a trouble maker by his teachers and family. After being dropped off at a boarding school, he meets art teacher Ram Shankar Nikumbh, who helps him open up with the love of art and becomes his tutor.

  • Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas reach temporary agreement on children’s custody

    Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas reach temporary agreement on children’s custody

    Celebrity couple Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas have reached a temporary agreement regarding the custody of their two daughters. The ‘Game Of Thrones’ actress made headlines when she sued the Jonas Brothers band member for taking possession of their children, and refusing to hand over their passports as per the previous deal made between the two.

    READ MORE; Sophie Turner sues Joe Jonas for custody of their daughters, says she found out about divorce through media

    However, People Magazine now reports that an interim consent order has been laid out for the couple’s two daughters. From October 9-21, the children will remain with Sophie as she travels through the US and England. And from October 21 till November 2, Joe will be given the responsibility of the children.

    After November 2, the children’s nanny will return the two daughters back to Turner to stay with them till November 22, after which they will live with Jonas once more. From December 16, the children will spend their holidays with Sophie till January 7.

    People further elaborates that both parities will submit a status report before December 23 which will outline the status of mediation between the two ex-spouses.

    Joe Jonas filed for divorce from Sophie on September 5 in Miami, claiming “the marriage between the parties is irretrievably broken.”

  • ‘Ban going to pathetic hosting countries’: Celebrities speak out against cricket presenter Zainab Abbas’ departure from India

    ‘Ban going to pathetic hosting countries’: Celebrities speak out against cricket presenter Zainab Abbas’ departure from India

    Sports presenter Zainab Abbas has left India, citing safety concerns after an Indian anti-minority lawyer filed a complaint against her over ‘anti-Hindu’ tweets. Her exit was met with severe criticism from Pakistani celebrities who expressed their disappointment at the lack of their country’s representatives at the World Cup.

    Director Nabeel Qureshi slammed Zainab’s departure as “ridiculous”, saying that already few fans and journalists from Pakistan are present in India.

    “This is the limit! Ridiculous, already so many fans and journalists are not getting a visa’s either.”

    Actor and singer Ahmed Ali Butt called it a pathetic move to target professional women.

    “A very pathetic move from a very pathetic world cup. Seriously!! We shoudl BAN going such Pathetic Hosting countries who target professional women.”

    According to the lawyer Vineet Jindal, the tweets were posted approximately nine years ago under the username zainablovessrk, which afterwards changed to ZAbbasofficial, and is currently the active account of the sports presenter.

    READ MORE: World Cup 2023: Pakistani cricket presenter Zainab Abbas sent back from India due to safety concerns

  • Jemima Goldsmith, Talha Anjum statements on Palestine-Israel war trigger intense backlash, debate

    Jemima Goldsmith, Talha Anjum statements on Palestine-Israel war trigger intense backlash, debate

    As the Palestine-Israel conflict rages on in the Middle East, several celebrities have come forward in favor of the Palestine struggle or against it.

    Rapper Talha Anjum took to Twitter to share how social media users should not encourage the war, as it might further aggravate the oppression Palestinians were already suffering from, leaving users divided.

    “An average Pakistani knows how to post praises for Hamas for killing hundreds of Israeli soldiers/citizens but isn’t smart enough to realise what’s stored in for Palestinians in coming days. 600 already dead. Stop glorifying wars. Grow the f*** up!!”

    Many users sided with the ‘Gumaan’ rapper, as one user wrote: “I tend to agree to this to some extent. These praises aren’t for Hamas, these praises are for the fightback. but yeah, things were already bad and are about to get worse for Palestinians. Prayers for Palestine.”

    While other user’s felt that Talha’s statement was extremely problematic as a user wrote: “No one knows this better than the Palestinians. Imagine the desperation of them to fight like this as a last resort! If peace talks ever worked they would have done it a long time ago. Each and every time Israel has broken their contract. They would never be liberated w/o war”

    Another user wrote: “Bhai rebellion against oppression..which the people of Palestine have been facing since years now isn’t w@r and Hamas doens’t even have the resources to compete with Israel atm ..what are you even saying ..the only ones suffering were and are suffering now are Palestinians.”

    Talha Anjum’s take alone did not trigger a debate about the conflict. Screenwriter and ex-wife of former prime minister Imran Khan, Jemima, shared on Twitter that she was standing in favour of innocent human beings who were killed in this war.

    “I stand with the innocent human beings on both sides of this conflict, especially the children. Condemn both.”

    Many users felt her take was justified

    While others accused the ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It’ filmmaker of playing on both sides and refusing to take a solid stance against Israel’s senseless massacre of countless Palestinian civilians. On another post where Jemima shared a quote saying “I stand with international law and human rights. There is no humanity in political tribalism”, most of the comments from Pakistanis were overwhelmingly negative.

  • Sarwat Gilani announces her pregnancy in the most wholesome way

    Sarwat Gilani announces her pregnancy in the most wholesome way

    This year’s Lux Style Awards were more than just a ceremony celebrating the best of the entertainment industry. We got two sweet surprises that definitely became the highlights of the event.

    Actress Sarwat Gilani showed everyone how to leave a mark even when you’re not nominated, by announcing her pregnancy in a picture with the rest of the ‘Joyland’ cast.

    “Couldn’t think of a better picture to announce our new arrival! Celebrating together the biggest joy of now and the future.”

    Celebrities were as moved by the announcement as social media users, congratulating the actress on her impending bundle of joy.

    Mira Sethi and Frieha Altaf sent their congratulations to the actress.

    Sarwat was not the only celebrity to share her pregnancy announcement, however. Actress Urwa Hocane moved social media to tears when she shared a picture of herself and husband Farhan Saeed along with her visible baby bump, announcing that they were set to become parents for the first time.

    Celebrities like Zara Noor Abbass, Aiman Khan and Minal Khan congratulated Urwa for this wholesome announcement.

  • ‘Did not draw inspiration from anyone’s work’: Hussain Rehar responds to plagiarism accusations

    ‘Did not draw inspiration from anyone’s work’: Hussain Rehar responds to plagiarism accusations

    Fashion designer Hussain Rehar has responded to allegations of plagiarism by Instagram art page Kook Studio, who alleged that the fashion designer stole their art pieces without giving credit. In a lengthy Instagram statement, the fashion designer wrote that his recent collection ‘Jugnu’ did not draw inspiration from any specific individual’s work.

    “Jugnu, a project in the making for over a year, derives its inspirations from traditional African embroidery designs. While there may be similarities in using the same monochrome palette, these elements are commonly found in various art forms across cultures. In an effort to maintain transparency, we are sharing all relevant images and references.”

    Hussain further wrote that his fashion brand was dedicated to “upholding the principles of artistic expression, cultural appreciation and ethical design practices. We hold the artistic community in high regard and are committed to resolving any misunderstandings in a respectful manner. We encourage open dialogue and look forward to ensuring that our shared passion for creativity continues to thrive.”

    Rehar then shared screenshots of his designs along with the pieces that he had used for inspiration.

    Addressing the backlash after the accusations went viral, Rehar wrote that it had taken a toll on his reputation as well as his mental health.

    “I urge everyone to pause and consider the consequences of reacting to a one-sided story. These comments and criticisms have a real impact on an individual’s life and mental health. I hope we can all strive for a more compassionate and empathetic online environment.”

    An online art store named Kook Studio has accused fashion designer Hussain Rehar of plagiarising their artwork.

    In a video shared by the account, the fashion designer requested the artist to collaborate on a fashion shoot.

    The next few screenshots have suggested that Hussain and the artist had met up to discuss the collaboration, but the fashion designer backed out after finding the artist’s fee too high.

    Then three months later, the designer allegedly plagiarised the same designs he referenced to the artist during their meeting.

    A Twitter user shared the video clip on their account, slamming the way big artists plagarise smaller designers.

    The video has gained traction and many users are expressing solidarity with the artist behind Kook Studio.

    A user wrote: “these big “designers” will suck out the blood of smaller designers by stealing or exploiting their craft. its almost impossible to rise as a designer until or unless you have the tag of a foreign brand with you. get outta this country asap.”

    “fffs man top rated designer stealing work of small artists? who are already under paid? is how the dumbing down of a society begins” another user wrote.

    The Current has reached out to Hussain Rehar for a statement and will update the article as soon as we receive it.

  • Who are Mahira Khan’s friends?

    Who are Mahira Khan’s friends?

    Mahira Khan is currently sharing more pictures of the intimate wedding festivities where only her close friends and family members were present. Yesterday, she shared pictures of the mayoun her childhood best friends had thrown for her, thanking them in the caption for showering immense love and joy for her special day.

    “So when I told my friends about the wedding,” the ‘Raees superstar wrote on Instagram. “I also laid out a few ‘requests’. This is how they went –

    Me – Guys please I’m too old for dances, can we not have dances ?
    Friends – No. we have to.
    M – Ok just one?
    F – Hell No.
    M – Ok please no dholkis before Bhurban. We should all just chill.
    F – talk to the ✋

    As time came close and they all were over everyday.. I realised they just wanted to celebrate me and us. My childhood friends, work friends, my cousins… had seen it all with me – held me when I was down and clapped when I succeeded. I had done the same with them.

    To these insanely amazing humans I call family. I love you all so freaking much. Alhumdulillah. MashAllah. ”

    Here are some of the people present in the pictures, whom Mahira calls her closest friends. The people present are makeup artists Anam Farooq Khan, Adnan Ansari and Babar Zaheer, stylist Nida Khan, and Mahira’s former manager Seher Hafeez. Among her childhood friends are Feeha Jamshed, Sana Hafeez Shaikh, Narood Dharani and Sarah Ajmal.

    The celebrities present in the picture are Momal Sheikh, who is currently starring in Mahira’s drama ‘Razia’, as well as singer and actor Azaan Sami Khan.

    Mahira’s childhood friend and fashion designer Feeha Noor Jamshed shared a message on Tuesday about how she was the one who linked up Mahira and Salim together eight years ago, writing that she ‘manifested this union’.

    READ MORE: Mahira’s childhood friend recounts how she got the couple together

    Among the celebrities present, actor Sheheryar Munawar was invited to the actress’s wedding reception, and on his Instagram he penned a long note celebrating his friendship with Mahira and gushed about her gorgeous wedding.

    “Meri Pyari Muni,

    From our first meeting a decade ago when you asked me who i was and what business i had being there ( you have a knack for setting the tone in the first meeting ) to dancing all night and pouring our hearts out to each other, knowing we both have “halka paits” … “but mahira this one you can’t tell anyone” – “sherry i’ll kill you if you tell anyone – and i mean ANYONE” , From having different methods and annoying each other on sets to being each others confidants and support system on the toughest ones. From Competing to be @asimrazatvf favourite child to standing up for each other when it comes to everyone else – it’s been a beautiful journey, one i wouldn’t want to be on with anyone else. As you embark on a new journey, here’s celebrating you and wishing you all the love and magic the universe has to offer !
    Even though i’ve shared the wedding stage with you on film so many times and was making fun of people for crying at the mehndi – seeing you walk down that aisle had me bawling
    you and saleem both looked beautiful and you both lucked out ❤

    Shadi Mubarik Pyari Muni ”

    READ MORE: Here are all the celebrities who were present at Mahira Khan, Salim Karim’s wedding

    Mahira posted a comment thanking Sheheryar for the love: “I love love love you. And you know know know that. My sherry with   on top ♥

  • Rumors of Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper dating after duo spotted together in New York

    Rumors of Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper dating after duo spotted together in New York

    It looks like Hollywood is about to get another A-list celebrity couple because Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper were spotted at a dinner date together in New York. According to People Magazine, the actor and model were seen exiting the restaurant Via Carota, leaving in the same SUV, together.

    Both were dressed casually with Gigi wearing a white crop top and a black leather jacket with a miniskirt, and Bradley wearing a stripped jacket and dark jeans. Neither of their representatives have responded to publications asking about their relationship.

    Gigi was previously in a relationship with former One Direction boyband singer Zayn Malik, with whom she shares a daughter, Khai. The two broke up in 2021.

    Bradley Cooper was previously in a long-term relationship with model Irina Shayk, with whom he welcomed a daughter Lea De Seine Shayk Cooper in 2017. The two split in 2019, but have remained on good terms.

  • Two prominent Bollywood actors summoned by Indian police regarding controversial betting app case

    Two prominent Bollywood actors summoned by Indian police regarding controversial betting app case

    In India, prominent celebrities were summoned by the Enforcement Directorate regarding an online betting app Mahadev Book. Ranbir Kapoor was summoned yesterday and now Shraddha Kapoor and comedian Kapil Sharma have been called up. These celebrities were summoned after an exclusive report by India Today in September revealed many prominent Bollywood public figures were attendants at the wedding ceremony of the Mahadev app promoter Sourabh Chandrakar.

    “In February 2023, Sourabh Chandrakar got married at RAK, UAE, and for this marriage ceremony, the promoters of Mahadev APP spent around ₹ 200 Crore in Cash,” ED responded in a statement.

    According to Times of India, Pakistani singers Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Atif Aslam was among the attendees at the wedding, who may also be summoned by the ED in the coming days.

    The betting app is currently under investigation by police officials from several states after the Enforcement Department alleged the app was being used by the company to enrol new users, create ID’s and launder money through a layered web of benami bank accounts.

    Actors like Hina Khan and Huma Qureshi were summoned for allegedly promoting the app, while Kapil Sharma was called up for attending the success party held by the company in Dubai in September. Ranbir Kapoor has requested the agency to give him more time before appearing in person.

  • ‘India could never’: Pakistani Twitter has declared no cricket anthem rocks like Koi Nahi Like Us

    We know y’all were incredibly dissapointed by the lackluster effort that was ICC’s cricket anthem ‘Dil Jashne Bol’ but fear not, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is here to save the day with the absolute banger that is ‘Koi Nahi Like Us’ featuring Young Stunners, QB, HYDR and AHSAN. The verdict is out: cricket ka to pata nahin but we lead the race when it comes to good cricket anthems.

    One user on Twitter wrote: “Whether we win or not, Anthem toh winner hai. You’re lying if you didn’t have a blast seeing all the cameos, especially the fan who danced to Atif’s anthem. A HUNDRED points for the cat cameo!”

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    “The chorus and beat are quite catchy! The video is absolutely amazing with stunning aesthetics, and the lyrics are so relevant! Far better than the song released by ICC,” another user wrote.

    Many Twitter users were hyped by the appearance of cricket star Naseem Shah in the music video