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  • Coke Studio announces all-star line-up for season 14

    Coke Studio announces all-star line-up for season 14

    Coke Studio has announced its line-up for their 14th season. Music composer Xulfi and his team of musicians are all set to be coming up with a new age melody.

    As per Express Tribune, there will be 12 songs this year with all different directors for each song.

    This time Xulfi is working with a few ‘associate producers’: Abdullah Siddiqui of ‘Resistance’ and Peshawar Zalmi anthem fame, and Zain Ali, who has an extensive catalogue ranging from ‘Red Blood Cat’ to ‘Epiphany Productions’ and touring with Atif Aslam, along with the ‘EDM’ artist Talal Qureshi. Xulfi himself is completely producing only a handful of songs.

    There will be rap, there will be qawwali, there will be EDM and no covers at all. Pakistani pop musician Hassan Raheem will be seen along with the music maestros Atif Aslam and Abida Parveen.

    Meesha Shafi gets another season but her brother Faris Shafi will be with her this time. It will be the first time that the two siblings will perform on a song together, most likely produced by budding artist Abdullah Siddiqui.

    Sajjad Ali and Bohemia were a part of the season initially but both will not be a part of the show, and neither are Shamoon Ismail and Natasha Noorani.

    Meanwhile, Coke Studio and Xulfi have made some drastic changes in the show’s overall approach that was usually more Sufi and devotion-driven.

    Artist line up

    Hasan Raheem

    Abida Parveen

    Qurat-ul-Ain Balouch (QB)

    Naseebo Lal

    Atif Aslam

    Momina Mustehsan

    Misha Shafi

    Faris Shafi

    Soch the band

    Butt brothers

    Karakoram

    Talha Yunus

    Faisal Kapadia

    Justin Bibis

  • Exclusive: Junaid Safdar reveals his honeymoon plans

    Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Maryam Nawaz and Captain (R) Safdar’s son, Junaid Safdar’s wedding is surely the talk of the town these days. The wedding reception will be held on December 14 in Islamabad and the Valima in Lahore on December 17.

    We approached Junaid and got to know some exclusive details regarding his wedding, views on his mamu’s [Hamza Shehbaz] singing and the honeymoon.

    When asked if is he going to sing at his wedding, he replied: “I have nothing planned in particular. It really depends on how the event proceeds. It was quite spontaneous during the Nikkah as well. Singing is something quite personal to me but because the nikkah was a strictly family affair.” He revealed that he sang a few lines from one of his favourites on his Nikkah.

    Hamza Shehbaz’s singing videos from one of Junaid’s pre-wedding events became a social media hit. When we asked Junaid if he thinks his uncle sings better than him, he clearly said he has no doubt about it, adding that “I cannot possibly attempt to tackle the songs he sings so effortlessly.”

    As the wedding is just around the corner, we asked if he is planning to go back to London after the Valima? Junaid answered it with a ‘yes’. He said, “This event would be incomplete without Abujan’s [Nawaz Sharif] blessings, and the blessings of Hassan and Hussain Mamu, my Khala [Asma], and Ali Dar Khalo.”

    While talking about his wedding, Junaid clearly seemed really excited about it. He said that this event is a breeze for the family after a long spell of turmoil.

    He talked about the recent tragic events in his family that have happened in the past few years. He said, “Political turmoil is a recurrent theme and therefore, insignificant when compared to personal, family turmoil. I am talking about personal, family turmoil here. My grandmother’s fight against cancer. The passing of my grandmother whilst my mother, grandfather and father were in prison. The passing of my great grandmother. The smiles have now returned Alhamdulillah and it’s a heartwarming sight.”

    Talking about his honeymoon plans, he disclosed that plans were initially finalised. However, they are now pending as the couple is waiting for further covid-related information.

    Dulha Junaid is set to get married to Ayesha Saif, daughter of former politician Saif-ur-Rehman. The couple got nikkahfied in August this year in London.

  • Filmmaker Samar Minallah Khan wins Best Short Film for documentary

    Filmmaker Samar Minallah Khan wins Best Short Film for documentary

    Pakistani Filmmaker, Samar Minallah Khan won a top award, the Best Short Film for her Out Swing documentary, at the 7th Sport Film Festival Rotterdam in the Netherlands.

    The announcement of the winner was announced on the official Twitter of the film festival where she was lauded for her amazing work.

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    Filmmaker, Minallah also took to Twitter to share her accomplishment with her friends as well.

    The documentary, Out Swing tells a story about a committed coach who gives training to young girls who show interest and strength in learning the sport. The girls belong to traditional families where the youngest girl, who is a nine-year-old, wants to overcome her anxiety through school and cricket.

    Out Swings means something that moves away from the lines of bowling in cricket terminology. This technique comes often with a risk of wide throws but sometimes it gives wonderful results of being a game-changer.

    The documentary is filmed in the outskirts of Islamabad which shows the daily life of those school girls who want to do what they like for their comfort.

    Samar is also known for raising her voice against female violence. Another documentary, Swara –A Bridge over Troubled Waters, was based on a forced marriage that gained international recognition.

  • Faryal Mehmood under fire for donning a revealing attire on birthday bash

    Faryal Mehmood under fire for donning a revealing attire on birthday bash

    Actor Faryal Mehmood recently celebrated her birthday in style. The Raqeeb Se star shared pictures from her birthday party along with a lengthy note in which she hinted towards coming back on screen soon.

    “I have so much to say but can’t seem to find words to express the gratitude and all the love I felt on this birthday by each one of you and of course my friends and family. So blessed to carry all this love and warmth in my heart on to the next year,” she wrote in the caption.

    “For those of you waiting to see me on the screen again, I promise you that when you do. You won’t be disappointed. The wait will be worth it! A little time off with self-care was needed. So ready to be back in the game and make you all fall in love with the next character I play,” she added.

    Faryal is receiving backlash on the pictures she posted.

    Earlier, the Dassi star clapped back at a troll for moral policing her over choice of clothing.

    On the work front, the Faryal was last seen in Raqeeb Se opposite Naumaan Ijaz and Iqra Aziz.

  • ‘Until actresses aren’t married, they are normal’, Faysal Quraishi reveals reasons for working with younger actresses

    ‘Until actresses aren’t married, they are normal’, Faysal Quraishi reveals reasons for working with younger actresses

    Actor Faisal Quraishi has said that the industry has taken a turn where the age gap between co-stars has become an issue. “Most actresses get married and are investing time in bringing up their children and some actresses working on sets are keeping a check on their kids. It is always difficult for girls because they have more responsibilities. We think that we run homes but actually the ladies do this job, they can keep home and work at the same time,” said Faysal.

    “I was recently working with Sunita Marshall and I always found her worried about her kids on the set. When I was working with Shaista, she also shared that she had a hard time focusing on her job since her kids were always on her mind, ” added Faysal.

    Faysal added that Iqra Aziz stopped working because she recently welcomed her son and she does not want to compromise on raising her child. “Until actresses aren’t married, they are normal. Take Iqra Aziz for instance. Iqra is an excellent actress but she stopped working after she had a child. I asked her what the issue is. And she said what can I do? And Yasir [Iqra’s husband] is constantly acting.”

    In the interview, Faysal also highlights that some people are very obsessed with social media. “Some actresses upload almost half the drama on Snapchat”.

  • ‘Is marrying for love a privilege?’ Armeena Khan asks Twitter

    ‘Is marrying for love a privilege?’ Armeena Khan asks Twitter

    Actor Armeena Khan took to Twitter to ask her followers a thought provoking question.

    “Is marrying for love a privilege? (This is not a statement but something the husband and I were discussing). What do you guys think?,” wrote the The Janaan actor in her tweet.

    https://twitter.com/ArmeenaRK/status/1467788227767640064?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1467788227767640064%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribune.com.pk%2Fstory%2F2332839%2Fpassion-and-privilege-armeena-asks-twitter-whether-love-marriages-are-a-luxury-few-can-afford

    Twitter users took time out to answer the question. Here are some of the answers Armeena received:

    “It is free will,” wrote actor Jamal Shah while giving his opinion.

    https://twitter.com/RiazAla02541406/status/1467802930845831169

    Armeena Khan, in February 2020, announced her marriage with Fesl Khan. The duo got engaged back in 2017.

  • Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy receives award from British Human Rights Organisation

    Academy Award Winner, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy is being awarded for “inspiring leadership, showing great courage for fellow human beings” through her documentary films. This award was given by The People’s Portfolio, a British Human Rights Organisation.

    The organisation is founded by Platon who is a famous British Portrait and Documentary Photographer. The main objective of this organisation is to create visual art that uses language that breaks any type of barrier, to empower dignity, raise a voice against discrimination, and join the general public to support human rights around the globe.

    This organisation arranges a fundraiser campaign to provide assistance with their future work and other human-related projects. Every year, the personality who contributes in creating exceptional work to raise a voice for human rights is awarded. This time, Pakistani
    Filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid is being awarded for her efforts in directorial documentary films about women’s issues and their rights in Pakistan.

    On December 8, the organisation is holding an annual fundraiser at 6 pm EST(December 9 at 4 am as per Pakistan Standard Time, PST) where founder, Platon will celebrate Chinoy achievements and he will also screen his debut short film based on her.

    The donations which will be collected through this event, will help other human rights leaders to raise their voices against violence around the globe.

  • Video: Katrina’s six sisters, family arrive for the grand wedding, Indian media mobs

    Video: Katrina’s six sisters, family arrive for the grand wedding, Indian media mobs

    Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif’s family has arrived in Mumbai and Jaipur, ahead of her wedding with Vicky Kaushal. Her brother Sebastien Laurent Michel was papped outside the Ek Tha Tiger diva’s house.

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    Vicky and Katrina will tie the knot on December 9 in Rajasthan.

    Katrina’s trainer posted a glimpse of his stay on social media.

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  • Hania Amir’s Swedish doppelganger shocks her fans

    Hania Amir’s Swedish doppelganger shocks her fans

    The discovery of Actor Hania Amir’s ‘twin’ was made by a Twitter user who goes by thincrustgirl. Turning to Twitter on Monday, the netizen shared a photo from a makeup enthusiast’s account with Instagram username ‘fancymaggot.’

    “Is this realhaniahehe from a parallel universe???” the fan captioned her post.

    Hania’s fans were quick to respond to the viral photo, expressing their disbelief at the uncanny resemblance.

    “Hania is wayyyy more pretty,” wrote one fan while another added: “How do I unsee this,” with shocked emoticons.

    Meanwhile, Hania Aamir is busy promoting her upcoming drama Sang-e-Mah. The Momina Duraid Productions project also stars singer Atif Aslam.

  • Indian Swara Bhasker condemns mob lynching incident in Sialkot

    Indian Swara Bhasker condemns mob lynching incident in Sialkot

    Indian actress, Swara Bhasker took to Twitter to share her views on the tragic mob lynching incident of the Sri Lankan national in Sialkot over alleged blasphemy charges.

    She tweeted, “Absolutely sickening and gut-wrenching the madness, brutality, and monstrosity humans unleash in the name of Gods and religion. Horrendous!”

    Swara Bhasker is also working as an activist who raises her voice against Hindu extremists’ atrocities on minorities and lower castes.

    Priyantha Diyawadana, a Sri Lankan national was working as a manager since 2010 in a factory located at Sialkot. He allegedly tore posters off a wall in the factory, which had religious text written on it. After taking down the poster, hundreds of people gathered, dragged him outside, killed him, and then burnt his body on Friday.

    In the video shared on social media, it can be seen that the man’s body was burnt publicly after he was murdered.

    Several Pakistani celebrities including Mahira Khan, Ayesha Omar, and Saba Qamar also expressed their grief and condemned the mob lynching incident on their social media.