Category: Entertainment

Best entertainment news in the industry, we break entertainment stories as soon as celebrities post on their social media and do Pakistani drama reviews.

  • Season 2 of ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Ishq Jalebi’ not happening, says writer

    Season 2 of ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Ishq Jalebi’ not happening, says writer

    Saima Akram Chaudhry, who has penned the wildly successful Chupke Chupke, Ishq Jalebi and Suno Chanda has said that there will be no second or third seasons of these dramas.

    “Dear fans, viewers and followers, I know you loved Chupke Chupke, Ishq Jalebi and Suno Chanda. I am grateful to all but it’s not possible for me to take your Instagram calls and talk [to] everyone,” wrote Akram on social media.

    “Please accept my apologies and don’t call directly. Trust me it’s too irritating and it is too unethical to call someone at midnight,” she said further.

    Chaudhry also said that she cannot help anyone launch their career in the entertainment industry as it’s not her department.

    “And channels are not planning for season two or three,” added Chaudhry.

    Meanwhile, earlier fans had speculated that a sequel of Chupke Chupke was in the works after Ayeza Khan shared a clip of herself and Osman Khalid Butt dressed up as Meenu and Faazi from the drama.

    Furthermore, director Danish Nawaz said that there is a possibility for a sequel if the script and story are good. He said discussions on the topic are ongoing and that he cannot confirm anything as yet.

    On the other hand, Arslan Naseer, who played Haadi in the romantic comedy, has shut down rumours of a second season.

  • Mahira Khan says she was scared of doing Indian projects

    Mahira Khan says she was scared of doing Indian projects

    Mahira Khan has opened up about the ban on Pakistani artists in India, saying said she was “scared” to sign web series on Indian platforms.

    Talking about the ban on Pakistani artists, Mahira in an interview with Film Companion, said: “I guess, having experienced it firsthand, it’s just sad. When I think about it… I mean, we have all moved on.”

    “That’s what we do, if we don’t have this, we do something else. That’s what happens. But I feel like a great opportunity for the entire subcontinent to come together and collaborate was lost. I think it might happen again. Who knows?” continued the actor.

    Khan, who will narrate one of the short stories, Guriya in an upcoming Zee5 series, said that she received offers for other digital projects but turned them down.

    “A lot of the other series were offered to me and at that time… I don’t know if anybody will understand when I say this, I was scared. I was genuinely just scared. It wasn’t about what people say, I was just like, ‘I don’t know if I want to go there.’ And there was some content which was amazing, and I didn’t want to miss out on it,” shared the actor.

  • Humayun Saeed celebrates wedding anniversary with a sweet note for wife

    Humayun Saeed celebrates wedding anniversary with a sweet note for wife

    Humayun Saeed and wife Samina are celebrating 26 years of marital bliss.

    Read more – Humayun Saeed pens heartfelt birthday note for wife

    Sharing a picture of himself grinning with Samina, Humayun said: “Happy wedding anniversary my love! Blessed to have you by my side.”

    “May Allah continue to shower His blessings on us and may you and I continue to hold each other through moments of weakness and strength,” continued the actor, adding: “Health, happiness and smiles forever.”

    Samina also penned a heartwarming note for her husband writing: “In this life and the next, through all the good, bad, easy and not so easy things, I would continue to choose you over and over again.”

    “Happy Anniversary Humayun. All these many years have been nothing short of a blessing with you by my side. I love you.”

    Humayun and Samina tied the knot in 1995. The couple is one of the Pakistan entertainment industry’s most powerful couples.

  • Yasir Hussain staged question about ‘uninvited guest’ at wedding

    Yasir Hussain staged question about ‘uninvited guest’ at wedding

    Nadeem Baig has revealed that Yasir Hussain wanted the uninvited guest question to be asked himself on Vasay Chaudhry’s Ghabrana Mana hai.

    The Meray Paas Tum Ho’s director appeared on Nida Yasir’s Eid Special Morning Show and almost two months after the comments landed Yasir in hot water and sparked a heated war between him and Shah, the talk show’s director Baig revealed what had led to that contentious question.

    Hussain had unleashed havoc after he stated that fellow actor Nausheen Shah demanded an invitation to his and Iqra Aziz’s wedding in 2019.

    The Jhooti actor, 37, was asked on Vasay Chaudhry’s talk show Ghabrana Mana Hai about whether any one of the attendees at his wedding had showed up without getting invited, to which he said he hadn’t invited Shah but she still came.

    Baig shared that his associate had gone up to Hussain prior to the show and asked him if there were any funny anecdotes he would like to be questioned about.

    The director said: “While he was getting his makeup done, he said, ‘Just ask me who showed up uninvited to my wedding.’”

    Nida had asked Baig about the controversies related to his show. He also said that everyone criticised Vasay for asking this question but actually he told us to ask this question.

    Watch the video here:

  • 5 best moments from ‘Chupke Chupke’

    5 best moments from ‘Chupke Chupke’

    Safe to say, we’re not getting over Chupke Chupke anytime soon given the amount of light-hearted entertainment it provided us during Ramzan this year. The show has been a hit with the audiences with episodes trending on televsion and social media. The highlight of the series included the love story between Faazi (Osman Khalid Butt) and Meenu (Ayeza Khan) and Haadi (Arslan Naseer) and Mishi (Aymen Saleem).

    Since Chupke Chupke ended on a high and happy note, we decided to take look back at some of our favourite scenes from the romantic-comedy show. Though it was extremely hard to narrow down the list to just five, we did our best. Check it out:

    Faazi and Meenu’s first romantic scene

    First time pyaar ka izhar and Bebe’s raid

    Faazi’s reaction to Meenu’s foot injury

    Mushtaq Plumber and Hajra Padicure Wali

    Haadi and Faazi’s patch-up and Faazi requesting Haadi to placate Meenu for him

    Chupke Chupke was a complete package with a high dose of entertainment and emotions, power-packed performances, romance and comedy.

    Which scene from the show was your favourite? Let us know in the comments below.

  • PM Imran Khan expresses grief over ‘Uncle Sargam’s’ demise

    Prime Minister Imran Khan has expressed his grief over the death of Farooq Qaiser, the voice of the legendary fictional character Uncle Sargam.

    “Saddened to learn of Farooq Qaiser’s death,” wrote the PM on Twitter. “He was not just a performer but would constantly raise awareness about social injustices and issues.”

    “My condolences and prayers go to his family,” added the premier.

    Farooq Qaiser passed away on Saturday, May 14 after suffering a heart attack, his grandson Muhammad confirmed to Pakistan Television News (PTV).

    Besides PM Imran, other prominent personalities including Fawad Chaudhry, Humayun Saeed Adnan Siddiqui, Shaan Shahid, Ali Zafar and Maryam Nawaz also expressed their grief over the death of the legendary artist.

    Born in 1945 in Sialkot, Farooq Qaiser was a renowned puppeteer, artist and columnist and was associated with PTV from 1976. Qaiser spent his early childhood in Peshawar and Kohat and in 1970 graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts from the National College of Arts (NCA), Lahore. Later he received a master’s degree in Graphic Arts from Bucharest, Romania in 1976 and also trained for puppetry there.

    He also received his master’s degree in Mass Communication in 1999 from the University of Southern California, School for Communication and Journalism, United States.

    With a prolific career, Qaiser was the recipient of the Pride of Performance Award (1993), the Lifetime Achievement Award (2010) and PTV’s Silver Jubilee Award besides many other national and international titles.

    Rest in peace Uncle Sargam! You have been an important part of our childhood.

  • Mahira Khan, Azaan Sami Khan turn up the heat in ‘Tu’

    Mahira Khan, Azaan Sami Khan turn up the heat in ‘Tu’

    Azaan Sami Khan has released the music video for Tu, the second single from his debut album titled Main Tera. Featuring Mahira Khan, the song has been released under the banner of HUM Music.

    The music video of the song has been made like a short film and is packed with special effects which are enhanced thanks to Mahira and Azaan’s sizzling chemistry. It shows a couple’s journey from early romance and infatuation to overwhelming feelings of love. Mahira is looking like a total diva in the video and the two are turning up the heat with their dance moves. The song is very upbeat and catchy and will have you tapping your feet.

    Speaking about the song, Azaan in a statement said that the song “lyrically revolves around the stages of being in love, and the dilemma that comes with falling for somebody who you know isn’t good for you.”

    The musician shared that Micheal Jackson’s Billie Jean was the inspiration for the track and that he wanted to do a “lyrically solemn song with an upbeat tune”.

    While speaking about the music video, Azaan said: “It was basically delving into the stages of love you feel when you’re falling in love with somebody. So, you feel bigger than the world, and at times, you feel really small when the person completely controls you. You feel like you’re literally falling, and enjoying it.”

    The music video for the song has been directed by Hassan Dawar and features tonnes of visual effects by The KROOT, an animation studio that has previously worked with international artists like Billie Eilish, Coldplay, and Travis Scott.

    Meanwhile, Azaan’s debut album Main Tera includes nine songs, namely Maahiya, Dholna, Mein Tera, Jaadugari, Aashiqui, Ik Lamha, Meri Sajna Re feat. Ustaad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Zama, and Tu.

    Watch the music video here:

  • The ultimate guide to Eid TV, telefilms

    The ultimate guide to Eid TV, telefilms

    With no Eid milan parties, a ban on travelling and Apa keeping a close eye on all the pappiyan and jhuppiyan, Pakistanis are left with no other choice but to enjoy Pakistani television in the comfort of their homes.

    This is the second Eid ul Fitr we will be spending in unusual circumstances where we have to keep our masks on and social distancing in mind while staying at home as per the government lockdown rules. So why not use this time to bond as a family and watch a family entertainer together?

    Pakistani entertainment channels have a string of telefilms and Eid special shows lined up for the holiday weekend. Here’s your ultimate guide to those:

    Ary Digital

    Bulbulay

    Bulbulay will air on all three days of Eid-ul-Fitr at 6 PM with it’s regular cast.

    Uff Yeh Biwiyaan

    The Eid special telefilm features Yasir Nawaz, Nida Yasir and Shaista Lodhi in lead roles. It also marks Nida’s return to acting after 10 years. Uff Ye Biwiyaan will air on the first day of Eid on ARY Digital at 7 PM.

    Nazish Jahangir and Hammad Shoaib will be seen in supporting roles.

    Love Vaccine

    Starring Sonya Hussyn, Farhan Saeed and Yasir Hussain in lead roles, Love Vaccine will air on the first day of Eid at 9 PM.

    Tameez Uddin Ki Batamez Family

    Telefilm Tameezuddin Ki Batamez Family will air on the second day of Eid at 7 PM. Directed by Iftikhar Iffi and written by Hassan Imam (Taana Baana), the telefilm will feature Hina Dilpazir, Saba Faisal, Sidra Niazi, Humayun Ashraf, Raeed Alam and Qavi Khan.

    1970 – A Love Story

    Watch 1970 A Love Story, featuring Asim Azhar, Urwa Hocane and Javed Sheikh, on the second day of Eid at 9 PM. Written by Mohsin Ali Shah, the telefilm has been directed by Badar Mehmood.

    Dilruba Cottage

    The newly married Nadia Khan returns to the screens with Dilruba Cottage which is scheduled to air on the third day of Eid at 7 PM. Besides Nadia, the telefilm will also feature Babar Ali, Saifee Hassan, Daniyal Afzal, Ali Rizvi and Sabeen Syed.

    ARY Digital is also airing its blockbuster movies on all three days of Eid. Jawani Phir Nahi Aani, Punjab Nahi Jaungi and Parey Hut love will be premiered on Eid’s day one to three respectively.

    Hum TV

    Do Batta Aath

    The Eid Special Telefilm 2 Batta 8, featuring Maria Wasti and Ahmed Ali Butt with eight children, will air on the second day of Eid at 7 PM.

    Baanway Tiraanway Ki Shaadi

    Watch the unique duo of Sania Saeed and Aijaz Aslam on the third day of Eid at 8 PM.

    Dil Ke Chor

    What happens when two people who despise each other end up together? Find out in Dil Ke Chor on the third day of Eid at 6 PM. Hania Aamir and Momin Saqib will be featuring in Shazia Wajaht’s directorial debut.

    Meanwhile, on the first day of Eid, Hum will air bumper last episode of both Taana Baana and Chupke Chupke.

    It will also be airing its blockbuster films Superstar and Parwaaz Hai Junoon on Eid day one and Eid day two respectively.

    Geo Entertainment

    Teri Meri Kahani

    Teri Meri Kahani will air on the first day of Eid at 10 PM. Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi’s telefilm film will be introducing Ali Faizan and Saira Raza in leads alongside big names including Bushra Ansari, Javed Sheikh and Usman Peerzada.

    Filmy Siyappa

    Filmy Siyappa is scheduled to air on the second day of Eid at 9 PM. The unique and film love story features Muneeb Butt and Hina Altaf in the lead.

    Zoya Ne Haan Kardi

    Featuring Aagha Ali and Hiba Bukhari in lead roles, Zoya Ne Haan Kardi will be televised on the third day of Eid at 8:30 PM.

    Meanwhile, feature Films including Donkey King, Wrong No. 1, Heer Maan Ja, Maan Jao Na, Balu Mahi, Chupan Chupai, Wajood, Khulay Aasman Kay Neechay and Mehrunisa V Lub U will also be televised during the Eid weekend. Check out the Eid schedule here:

  • Ellen DeGeneres is ending her talk show in 2022

    Ellen DeGeneres is ending her talk show in 2022

    Ellen DeGeneres, a staple of daytime American talk show culture, has said that she is ending her show after 19 seasons following allegations of toxic workplace, which DeGeneres says “destroyed” her. However, she insisted her decision to bring the curtain down on the daytime show named after her has nothing to do with allegations in the past year of a toxic workplace environment there, including bullying, racial discrimination and sexual harassment.

    “When you’re a creative person, you constantly need to be challenged. And as great as this show is, and as fun as it is, it’s just not a challenge anymore,” DeGeneres told The Hollywood Reporter.

    Earlier, in 2020 when complaints from staffers working on the show came out, DeGeneres acknowledged there were problems and pledged to do better.

    “It almost impacted the show,” Ellen said. “It was very hurtful to me. I mean, very. But if I was quitting the show because of that, I wouldn’t have come back this season.”

    Read more – Ellen DeGeneres sparks outrage for joking quarantine ‘feels like jail’

    DeGeneres is believed to have been considering ending the show for several years. In a 2018 New York Times profile, Ellen had revealed that her actress wife, Portia de Rossi, had been encouraging her to move on from the 180-shows-a-year gig, while her comedian brother, along with executives at Warner Bros., had urged her to continue. In the end, DeGeneres signed on for three more seasons but had decided that this contract — which would take her well beyond 3,000 shows, and a stunning 2,400 celebrity interviews — would be her last.

    She is scheduled for a television interview with Oprah Winfrey on Thursday to talk about ending the program.

    The final episode is scheduled for the spring of 2022.

    The 63-year-old host, writer, producer, actress and comedian won dozens of Emmy awards for the show and has been a pioneer of the LGBTQ community in America since she came out as gay in 1997. That revelation shocked America and nearly doomed her career.

  • ‘I feel sorry for you’ – Maya Ali schools Kangana Ranaut for supporting Israel

    ‘I feel sorry for you’ – Maya Ali schools Kangana Ranaut for supporting Israel

    Maya Ali called out Kangana Ranaut for supporting Israeli forces’ brutality in Palestine.

    Replying to Ranaut, The Teefa In Trouble star said: “I feel sorry for you. Get well soon Kangana Ranaut. One should have some humanity.”

    Taking to Instagram stories, Bollywood’s Kangana expressed her views on the ongoing Israeli attacks, saying that “in the fight against radical terrorism India stands with Israel.”

    She posted a series of pictures where she had written several statements supporting Israel’s stand in the entire incident.

    RELATED: Pakistan to observe Palestine Day on May 14

    She also wrote,”To save your nation and its people from radical Islamic terrorism is the fundamental right of every nation. India stands with Israel.”

    Social media platform Twitter suspended Ranuat’s account on the platform on Tuesday, after a series of controversial tweets.

    RELATED: ‘I am PM of Pakistan and we stand with Palestine’ – PM Khan on Twitter

    The Israeli army bombed police headquarters and security buildings in Gaza. Authorities say 56 Palestinians were killed, including 14 children, since the escalation began.

    Tensions have been building up since the start of Ramzan in mid-April when Israeli police set up barricades at the Damascus Gate outside the occupied Old City, preventing Palestinians from gathering there.

    On Monday, Israeli armed forces stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, ahead of a march by Zionist nationalists commemorating Israel’s capture of the eastern half of the city in 1967.