When it comes to television, production, the budget spent on a drama can greatly affect its quality and success. In India, some of the most expensive dramas have huge budgets. Shows like Porus, Radhe Krishn, Suryaputra Karn and Naagin have more than 100 crore plus budgets and create amazing visuals. In Pakistan, however, the situation is quite different; we have produced only a few high budget dramas, such as DuniyaPur, Khuda aur Muhabbat Season 3, Meray Paas Tum Ho, Alif, Tere Bin, Sang-e Mah and Ehd –e- Wafa.
During her recent appearances as a guest on Something Haute with Aamna Isani, Mehreen __ explained the big difference in budget between Pakistan and India.
Jabbar said, “I would say about a minimum $800,000 to a million dollars per episode for a proper web series in India. Our Pakistani dramas are made for around 25 to 30 lakh rupees per episode. So, I mean, look at the difference obviously we are a poorer country, India is 1 billion people, huge industry, so we can’t compare that.”
Recently, Mehreen Jabbar directed the drama serial Nadaan, which airs on HUM TV on Saturday at 8:00 PM.
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Nida Yasir doesn’t allow daughter to post on Instagram
Television host Nida Yasir has explained why her daughter stays away from social media.
Recently, she spoke about the rules her 15-year-old daughter must follow while taking part in a panel discussion on her show, ‘Good Morning Pakistan.’
One female participant shared her concerns, saying: “My daughter is very fond of making reels, and she uses social media so much that now she is not even paying attention to her studies. If I prohibit her, she becomes rude.”
Nida Yasir replied, “My daughter is more than 15 but she is still not allowed to post Instagram reels by her father even though we are related to the entertainment industry and generally It is believed that people in this industry are liberal.”
She added, “We are from the entertainment industry, but we still do not allow our daughter to use social media in this way.”
Nida Yasir advised the woman that children should not be given too much freedom at a young age and that it is necessary to impose some restrictions on them. “Your daughter is only 15-years-old; she should not be allowed to engage in such activities now.”
She also suggested that the woman ask her husband to be a little stricter with their daughter, stating that “Children always need a father’s strictness in such situations.”
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One Direction star Liam Payne dies in shocking accident
Liam Payne, former member of the popular band One Direction has died at the age of 31 in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 16, 2024.
According to police reports, emergency services were called to an upscale hotel in the Palermo neighborhood after receiving a 911 call about an aggressive individual. Upon arrival, they heard a loud sound from an interior courtyard, where they discovered Payne’s body. Authorities launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, with an autopsy scheduled to determine the cause.
Emergency medical services director Alberto Crescent shared that Payne suffered ‘serious injuries’ but did not provide details about the fall from the hotel balcony. Meanwhile the UK Foreign offices is in in contact with Argentinian authorities, but no further information has been disclosed.Argentina media outlets reported that an emergency call from a hotel manager reported a guest on drugs, destroying his room on the property.
The hotel manager told the operator the room has a balcony, expressing fear that they might put their life at risk.The Buenos Aires security ministry said in a statement that when officers arrived, the hotel manager reported ‘the death of a man who had jumped from the balcony of his room.’
American Singer Charlie Puth posted a story on his Instagram saying, “I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I cannot believe he is gone.”
Just hours before his death Liam shared a story on Snapchat with a video of himself and his partner Kate Cassidy, in which he said, “lovely day here in Argentina.”
Liam Payne became famous as a member of One Direction, a boy band that was formed on the X Factor TV show in 2018 along with Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Zayn Malik.
On March 25, 2015 Liam Payne separated from One Direction.
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Here are some songs of Liam Payne with One Direction:
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Want a job in Rubab’s company? You might have to kill Adeel first
Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum has captured audiences with its gripping storyline, and the character played by Naeema Butt is one of the most discussed roles in the drama.
In a recent interview on ARY Digital, she was asked the most-searched Google questions about her character.
When asked about how to get a job in Rubab’s company, Butt jokingly said, “For that, you’d have to kill Adeel because I’m not going to offer jobs just like that. It’s just about love.”
Another question was also asked, “How do you get hair like Rubab.”
“First of all, it’s important to acknowledge that I am a creation of Allah, as we all are. Secondly, it’s about your genes and who your parents are, so choose good parents if you can. Thirdly, maintaining a good diet is essential. Whenever I try to lose weight and don’t eat enough carbs, my hair becomes thin. It’s important to have a balanced diet that includes proteins, carbs, and fibre. Vitamins play a significant role. I take biotin and collagen, which help with hair health. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water, manage your stress levels, and get enough sunlight for that vitamin D”, Butt explained.
As for Rubab’s accent, Naeema said, “Well, it can be any accent you like: British, American, Pakistani, or even a blend. It’s all about Rubab’s style.”
Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood.
The drama airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 PM on ARY Digital.
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Talha Anjum, Bilal Saeed’s new track from ‘SUPERSTAR’ is now out
Singer Bilal Saeed has released his anticipated single, ‘Been There, Done That,’ featuring Talha Anjum. The song is from his upcoming album, Superstar.
This is already making the buzz and shows how both of the artists have brought their variety to it, which is not going unnoticed.
Bilal Saeed has had associations with some really interesting melodies and heart-warming lines in his tracks, which have touched people’s hearts yet again. With “Been There, Done That,” he teams up his signature sound with Talha Anjum’s unique mix of rap and pop to create a track that resonates with both artists’ fan bases.
Currently, this track has been described as energetic, with great chemistry between Bilal and Talha, and it is one of the best tracks on the album. All this hype in the duo will bring light to their tremendous abilities and what is yet to be created.
Go on and stream this amazing album, “SUPERSTAR,” now!
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‘Our only star power’: Umer Aalam praises Fahad Mustafa and Humayun Saeed
Humayun Saeed and Fahad Mustafa are two of the biggest stars in the Pakistani entertainment industry these days.
Actor and model Umer Aalam made a guest appearance on the ‘FHM podcast’ and shared his thoughts on the current state of stardom in the entertainment industry.
“The only star power we have right now is with Fawad bhai, Humayun bhai, and these other guys, these are the stars.
“Only once they step aside can others step up. I mean, we don’t even need to replace them yet because we don’t have anyone ready to take their place,” he said.
The host, Adnan Faisal, asked, “Who will replace them?” to which Raqs-e- Bismil actor replied, “I’m telling you, it might be someone right in front of you, maybe not now, but time will tell. These people have put a lot of work and time into this industry. In my opinion, no one can easily replace them just like that, but to become a star, you need a huge body of work behind you. You don’t just become a star overnight.”
Talking about the drama serial Gentlemen, Aalam praised its high production.
“The work was good, the story is solid, the people are great, and the production is top-notch, but, for some reason, it hasn’t fully clicked yet. Maybe it will once the proper love story starts because, in dramas, it usually picks up after around the eighth or ninth episode. It’s rare for a drama to take off right from the first episode”, he added.
Currently, Fahad Mustafa is starring in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, while Humayun Saeed has wrapped up his drama Gentlemen, the last episode of which has already aired.
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Theatre play ‘Chaturaee’ set for Urdu performance at World Culture Festival today
The theatre play ‘Chaturaee’ ‘ is set for Urdu performance at the World Culture Festival from today, October 16.
The festival will be held at the Arts Council in Karachi in collaboration with Jang and Geo.
‘Chaturaee’ will be performed at 8 pm. This theatre play is based on the battle of wisdom and cunning between two women.
World Culture Festival Karachi will continue till November 2 at the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, in which various programs are organised daily.
Earlier, the sixteenth day of the festival included an evening of classical dance titled The Sound of Tinkling Bells, attended by the Consul General of Russia, Andrey Viktorovich Fedorov.
Renowned dancer Sheema Kirmani started the performance with well-known poet Fahmida Riaz’s poem “Come Compatriots Dance” and enthralled the audience with other performances along with the group.
A large number of classical dance enthusiasts watched the performances and applauded them.
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Sami Khan’s crazy moment with female fan surprises wife
Fans can sometimes surprise their favorite celebrities in the most unexpected ways, creating unforgettable and often hilarious moments.
Recently actor Sami Khan appeared as guest on Mazaq Raat hosted by Imran Ashraf, where he talked about his craziest fan moment.
The cohost, Ayesha Shakoor, asked, “I’m sure you receive lines from fans because of how handsome you are. What was the craziest fan encounter you’ve ever had in your life?”
“It was a very crazy experience in Lahore. Everyone remembers that day in 2012 or 2013,” Khan remembered, recalling that it rained heavily, “so much that people said it looked like it was snowing.”
“One day, I was walking when suddenly I heard the noise of cars honking, a long line of vehicles. Out of nowhere, I heard a voice. It was a girl’s voice. She called out to me, and I said, ‘Thank you’.
“Suddenly, she got out of her car, ran towards me, and said, ‘I’m a huge fan, I’m a huge fan.’ I thanked her, but before I could say anything else, she hugged me. As soon as she hugged me, a close-up shot revealed that my wife was walking towards us,” he described.
“As she walked towards us, I was wondering what I was going to say, of course. The first thing that came was an interrogative question, ‘What was that?’ I said, ‘She was a fan.’ ‘If she was a fan, why did she hug you?’ she asked.
“I explained it all happened so quickly. I didn’t have time to respond before she hugged me. She said to me, ‘If she had said something else, you have probably done that too’. But I reassured her that wasn’t the case, after which she just said, ‘Make sure this doesn’t happen again”, Sami added.
Sami Khan starred in dramas such as Dil se Dil Tak, Yaad Piya Ki Aye, Ghar Ki Khatir, and Pagal Khana. Currently, he is starring in DunyiPur, which is written by Radain Shah and directed by Shahid Shafaat.
Sami Khan and Shanzay Khan tied the knot in 2009.
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‘Aane ka, jaane ka’ Shamoon Abbasi criticises language in Gentleman
Senior actor Shamoon Abbasi has criticised the language used in the recently concluded crime drama Gentleman, stating that the words and phrases in the drama are not commonly spoken in Pakistan.
Recently, he appeared on the show Kya Drama Hai, where he shared his thoughts on Gentleman and expressed his disapproval of the language used in the drama.
“The first thought that came to my mind as soon as I watched the drama was that the language used wasn’t ours,” he said.
Abbasi believes Humayun Saeed’s character uses phrases such as ‘aane ka, jaane ka, bole to’ that are not typically spoken in our culture.
Host Nadia Khan also pointed out that Yumna Zaidi’s character uses “Bole To” in the drama, to which Shamoon Abbasi responded, saying, “She shouldn’t have used those words as they were unnecessary.”
“The language in ‘Gentleman’ is not commonly spoken here and does not reflect our own,” he added.
Although Shamoon Abbasi praised Saeed for his acting, he felt that his role as a gangster in Gentleman didn’t suit him. “It seemed as though he wasn’t fully prepared for the role, or perhaps the character wasn’t written well,” he said.
Commenting further on the drama, the senior actor added that while Khalilur Rehman Qamar is a talented writer, “he didn’t succeed with this particular play. The characters and storyline were not well-written.”
Shamoon Abbasi advised Humayun Saeed, “It would be better if he avoided taking on such roles under pressure.”
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Celebrities speak out on alleged Punjab College rape incident
The Punjab Group of Colleges (PGC) faces intense protest after allegations of rape against a female student. News reports claim that a first-year student at PGC Campus 10 was allegedly raped by a security guard named Aun in the basement last week.
In the wake of this incident, celebrities from the entertainment industry, such as Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir, Maya Ali, Dure Fishan Saleem, Yumna Zaidi, Bilal Abbas Khan,Nadia Hussain Khan and Amar Khan, stepped up to voice their concern. They all shared on their Instagram stories to support the protesting students and demand accountability from the authorities.
Yumna Zaidi expressed her heartbreak, stating, “Out of words Heart broken .”
While other celebrities posted pictures of PGC with the hashtag Protest for Girl.
Apart from celebrities, in a press conference, Deputy Inspector General Operation (DIG) Faisal Kamran said, “A special team was formed to nab the suspect and investigate the matter further. The reports of the incident were only circulating on social media, and neither the victim nor her family had yet come forward.”
On their Facebook account, the Punjab Group of Colleges issued an official statement about the incident, saying, “We would like to address the recent false claims circulating on social media regarding an alleged incident at one of the campuses of Punjab Colleges. Following a thorough and impartial investigation by law enforcement authorities, we can confirm that no such incident has been reported to the police or our campus administration, and no student, parent, or guardian has raised concerns.”
“At Punjab Group of Colleges, the safety and well-being of our students and staff are of the utmost importance. We have implemented strict security protocols that are continuously monitored and updated to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone on campus”, PGC added.
On the other hand, amid the confusion, the father of one of the students appeared in a video with ASP Sherbano Naqvi to clarify the situation.
He said, “In these videos, it is being propagated that our daughter is involved. However, there is no such thing, our daughter had an incident at home where she slipped and fell, which led to her being in the ICU. We have provided all the medical reports and documents related to this matter. Those who have daughters should at least try to feel this pain because since we saw the videos, we have been disturbed that our daughter’s name is being mentioned, even though she is at home and there is no issue.”
Protests have continued, resulting in clashes with police that injured at least 27 students. The Government of Punjab has suspended the college registration.
In a video posted by Punjab Police, ASP Sherbano addressed the situation.
“Unfortunately, a law and order situation has arisen, and the sole reason for this is misinformation and propaganda on social media. We have heard on various social media platforms about a private college student who was allegedly raped and taken to a private hospital.
“However, we are currently standing in a government hospital, and not only have we checked the records inside this hospital, but we have also checked all the records at that private hospital. The fact is that there has been no admission related to any girl who has been raped at that hospital,” she said.
In response to the growing protests, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has formed a six-member committee to investigate the case. Chief Secretary Punjab will lead the committee, which includes senior officials from the departments of home, education, and healthcare.