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  • ‘Hum ek jaahil qaum hain’; Amar Khan criticises the entertainment industry

    ‘Hum ek jaahil qaum hain’; Amar Khan criticises the entertainment industry

    In an exclusive interview with The Current Life, actress Amar Khan opened up about her thoughts on the negativity within the entertainment industry and shared her insights on how actors face criticism.

    When we asked, “Who is most overrated actor and who is underrated,” Amar Khan replied, “Why are you asking this? Don’t ask this, there are a lot of shows nowadays in which overrated, underrated kachra actor, best actor. There are a lot of comments on that, no actor in the world comments on another actor, this only happens in our industry.”

    When asked why do we like to do this, Khan replied: “Because we are an ignorant nation (jaahil qaum) that’s why. I don’t think there could be a shorter answer than this.”

    Talking about how she tackles trolling, the actress said that she recites duas of sabr. “But I think if I say that that I completely shield myself and that I don’t care, there is no one who doesn’t care,” the actress added.

    Currently Amar Khan is starring in the drama serial Dil-e-Nadan with Mikaal Zulfiqar, written by Sadia Akhtar and directed by Saima Waseem. She is playing the character of Nayab whereas Mikaal is playing the character of Zaviyaar.

  • Struggles begin for Mustafa and Sharjeena in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum

    Struggles begin for Mustafa and Sharjeena in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum has quickly become a fan favorite drama with its relatable story of love, resilience and the struggles of a young couple trying to make their way in the world.

    Episode 21 starts off with Mustafa and Sharjeena trying to find a home, which many fans found deeply relatable. Their battle with daily life problems, from grocery to inadequate furniture, hit close to home for many couples watching the drama.

    After Adeel’s wife Rubab, Mustafa’s Bhabhi, levels allegations against him, his father asked him to apologize to her or leave the house. Accused of stealing money, Mustafa feels disrespected and heartbroken, especially after his father slaps him.

    The couple then pack their bags and leavs the house. Mustafa also had a flight with random people who were using bad words for Sharjeena, and his mood was totally off.

     

    They find a dusty, derelict apartment. But then Sharjeena, Mustafa, and his friend clean the flat and make it livable, and in the background, the OST plays Chal Diye.

    Coming to the 22nd episode, Mustafa’s mother complained to Adeel about his father’s attitude toward her as he feels regret for taking help from Rubab for his medical treatment. He also criticizes his wife for taking Rs 3.5 million for a new car and putting in the home.

    Fans of Kabhi Main KabhI Tum flooded social media with their mixed reaction on X (formerly twitter). Many are prasing the drama’s realistic portrayal of life’s ups and downs.

    Here are the reactions:

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum has quickly become a fan favorite drama with its relatable story of love, resilience and the struggles of a young couple trying to make their way in the world.

    Episode 21 starts off with Mustafa and Sharjeena trying to find a home, which many fans found deeply relatable. Their battle with daily life problems, from grocery to inadequate furniture, hit close to home for many couples watching the drama.

    After Adeel’s wife Rubab, Mustafa’s Bhabhi, levels allegations against him, his father asked him to apologize to her or leave the house. Accused of stealing money, Mustafa feels disrespected and heartbroken, especially after his father slaps him.

    The couple then pack their bags and leavs the house. Mustafa also had a flight with random people who were using bad words for Sharjeena, and his mood was totally off.

    They find a dusty, derelict apartment. But then Sharjeena, Mustafa, and his friend clean the flat and make it livable, and in the background, the OST plays Chal Diye.

    Coming to the 22nd episode, Mustafa’s mother complained to Adeel about his father’s attitude toward her as he feels regret for taking help from Rubab for his medical treatment. He also criticizes his wife for taking Rs 3.5 million for a new car and putting in the home.

    Fans of Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum flooded social media with their mixed reaction on X (formerly twitter). Many are prasing the drama’s realistic portrayal of life’s ups and downs.

    Here are the reactions:

    Fahad aur Hania ke bhi maze hain jab dil chaha characters break ker liye

    Ya’ll the whole stages of ishq scene was cute and stuff but i was more focused on the last stage, that is mout. I had to go back and see the first teaser of the drama and guess what i found!! “Sab kuch dao pe lag sakta hai, zindagi be”

    Does that mean— Couldn’t help crying in this scene…it was such a simple scene yet such nuanced writing and performance.
    The feeling of being let down by your own parents crushes you the most

     

     

     

     

  • Do you know which Pakistani actress starred in Bollywood hit Animal?

    Do you know which Pakistani actress starred in Bollywood hit Animal?

    Indian film ‘Animal’ was a weird creature, a film without a script or a story but lots of pointless action and misogyny.

    Many people do not know that a Pakistani actress also acted in the film, directed by Sandeep Reddy, albeit in a small role.

    Geo Digital spoke to UK-based Pakistani actress Shafina Patel Shah, who played actor Bobby Deol’s second wife in Animal.

    She was initially offered the role of Deol’s third wife, which was eventually played by Indian actress Mansi Tuksak.

    When asked how she got the role in the film, she said, “One day I received a message asking me to audition for a role in an Indian film.”

    “Last year I was in Peshawar in Pakistan when I received a message that there is a Bollywood film in which there is a role. Will you do this role?”

    She continued, “I replied to the message that I had no objection and that I would do the role.”

    She further added, “I had also sent the audition tape and I didn’t get any response for a week. One day they replied that you have been finalized for the role.”

    She said, “I had auditioned for the role of Bobby Deol’s character Abrar Haq’s third wife, but I was selected to play the second wife.”

    The Persian song Jamal Jamalo, featured in the film, was also very popular in both India and Pakistan. However, an unusual incident occurred on the set during the filming of the song.

    Shafina narrates: “When we were shooting Jamal Jamalo, there was a scene with Bobby Deol where, on the wedding day, he gouged out the eyes of his informant in front of all the guests. A lot of fake blood was used in the scene. While filming, a girl in the junior cast collapsed and fainted. Thank God she’s fine now, but we were shocked to witness this. Animal was also criticized for its violent scenes.”

    Shafina has also worked with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan in an advertisement a few years ago. About the experience, she told Geo Digital, “When I saw King Khan for the first time, my heart started racing. He came up to me and asked, ‘How are you?’ I replied, ‘I’m fine, how are you?’ But the truth is, my heartbeats were abnormally fast.”

    She also shared, “I played the role of an agent of the Indian secret agency RAW in a film with Tiger Shroff, but this film has been shelved for now.”

  • ‘Proud of what you have gone on to achieve’: Osman Khalid Butt celebrates five years of Ehd-e-Wafa

    ‘Proud of what you have gone on to achieve’: Osman Khalid Butt celebrates five years of Ehd-e-Wafa

    In a world where friendships are tested in cut throat industries, Ehd-e Wafa remains a timeless story of loyalty, love, and adventure. Five years after the serial aired on our screens, it continues to be a cult favourite.

    Ehd-e-Wafa star Osman Khalid Butt shared a nostalgic story on his Instagram account with the caption, “Incredibly proud of what all of you have gone on to achieve and that we created a bit of magic with this. All of us, cast and crew your fellow mischief-maker.”

    The drama is written by Mustafa Afridi and Saife Hassan, produced by Momina Duraid Production.

    Here is the story shared by Osman Khalid Butt:

  • TikToker Nadeem Nani Wala arrested for using fake number plate ‘IK 804’

    TikToker Nadeem Nani Wala arrested for using fake number plate ‘IK 804’

    Pakistani TikToker Nadeem Mubarak, famously known as Nadeem Nani Wala, has been arrested in Lahore for using a fake number plate, ‘IK 804’.

    The Station House Officer (SHO) Defence confirmed his arreset on the main boulevard in Defence, where he was arrested during the routine checkpoint. A case has also been filed against him.

    The number ‘804’ is also on the radar of the Police as Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) Imran Khan is arrested in Adiyal Jail with ID of ‘Prisoner Number 804’.

    This is not the first time he’s been arrested; earlier, he was detained for kidnapping a YouTuber in Sialkot.

  • ‘I’m already quite late for marriage,’ says Ali Rehman Khan

    ‘I’m already quite late for marriage,’ says Ali Rehman Khan

    Actor Ali Rehman Khan says that the pressure to marry early is greater on women than on men.

    He recently appeared as a guest on ‘Fuchsia Magazine’ where he discussed societal pressures on not getting married.

    “I think men also face social pressure to marry, but my parents didn’t put any pressure on me,” he said.

    “Yes, it is too late for my marriage, but whenever I get married, I will do it of my own free will,” he added.

    He also pointed out that society, ‘especially aunties,’ puts a lot of pressure to marry, and questions about marriage are always asked.

    “But I think that women face more pressure than men if they get married late,” he said.

    “Marriage is a wonderful relationship, everyone should consider it, but it should be done when the person feels ready and is responsible.”

    He added, “I think our social system marriage is also a problem. I don’t want to say it but now, joint family system is not good for newly wed couples.”

    “This is my point of view, I don’t want to impose it on others but I think newlyweds should spend at least one or two years away from their family. Husband and wife should spend time with each other so that both of them can understand each other,” Ali Rehman Khan explained.

  • ‘Laapataa Ladies’ has been selected for Oscars 2025

    ‘Laapataa Ladies’ has been selected for Oscars 2025

    Director and writer Kiran Rao’s dream has come true as her film ‘Laapataa Ladies’ has been chosen as India’s official entry for the Oscars Academy Award 2025 in the Best Foreign Film category.

    On Saturday September 21, 2024, during an interview with Press Trust of India,
    Kiran Rao said, “My dream will be fulfilled… if it (Laapataa Ladies) will go to the Oscars. But it’s a process, and I am hoping it will be considered. I am sure the best film will qualify, whoever they (Film Federation India) choose in the scheme of things.”

    “Our primary recognition comes from the audience’s response at the box office. If the audience and the nation appreciate our work, that would be the greatest accolade for us”, Kiran Rao added.

    On her Instagram account Rao wrote, “I am deeply honored and beyond delighted that our film Laapataa Ladies has been chosen as India’s official entry to the Academy Awards. This recognition is a testament to the tireless work of my entire team, whose dedication and passion brought this story to life. Cinema has always been a powerful medium to connect hearts, transcend boundaries, and ignite meaningful conversations. I hope that this film will resonate with audiences across the world, just as it has in India.

    “I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the selection committee and to everyone who believed in this film. It is indeed a great privilege to be selected from among such amazing Indian films this year, who are equally worthy contenders for this honor.”

    The cast of the charming film includes Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastav Ravi Kishan, Chhaya Kadam, and Geeta Aggarwal Sharma. The story line revolves around two brides who get mixed up while making their way to their sussraals. What follows is an adventure on which both the young women discover their strengths.

    Here is the post shared by Kiran Rao :

    Here are the Instagram stories of the cast Laaptaa laidies who shared the story:

  • Saba Hamid says she is not a controlling mother-in-law unlike her Noor Jahan character

    Saba Hamid says she is not a controlling mother-in-law unlike her Noor Jahan character

    Veteran actress Saba Hamid has stunned fans with her performance as Noor Jahan in the hit drama serial of the same name.

    In the serial Noor Jahan , Saba Hamid played the character of Noor Jahan.

    During an appearance on After Hours, host Ushna Shah asked, “The character of Noor Jahan is such that you start to dislike her a bit because she is an extremely controlling mother-in-law, and she is completely opposite to you, introverted, someone who minds her own business. So, tell me, what was it like playing a woman like that?”

    Saba Hamid replied, “Mostly, if a mother-in-law has a significant role, she is portrayed as controlling and powerful. Generally, we have reached this age by playing such roles, so it wasn’t something new. But there was a good balance in Noor Jahan’s character. It was very gray, I didn’t see her as a completely black (evil) person. I felt that she believed in what she was saying, she wasn’t plotting or being deceitful. She truly believed that sons should be prioritized, which was a wrong idea, but the character was portrayed as wrong, not right, because people do think this way. We can’t close our eyes to it.”

    The Noor Jahan actress also highlighted how important it was to play a role that made people think about society.
    “To point that out, you sometimes have to touch the wound in order to heal it. I know many people were upset about that monologue where it was said that when a daughter is born, the father’s head lowers in shame. But this is how society thinks, and it was highlighted and countered well. There was a strong contrast because another drama of mine, which was filmed around the same time, also had a mother-in-law, but she was completely different calm and gentle. And I played both characters back-to-back, which overlapped a bit. I think it was fantastic how I managed to pull it off, and I believe I did well with both roles.”
    Talking about her working relationship with Musadiq Malik,
    Hamid said, “I am genuinely saying that I have worked with many directors, even with those who are very skilled. He is young and new, and Noor Jahan was only his second serial. The first one was Habs, and with Noor Jahan, he outdid everything he had done before. So, full marks to both (Zanjabeel Asim Shah) of them for making Noor Jahan what it is. “It was an interesting experience because he had assisted me before, and now he was directing me. When he assisted me, we had already formed a team where no one was the boss or subordinate. We always worked collaboratively, and even when I was directing, I valued his input. Similarly, when he was directing, he valued my opinions as well.”

  • ‘It felt like the world had ended’; Aadi Adeel on his father’s passing

    ‘It felt like the world had ended’; Aadi Adeel on his father’s passing

    Television host and actor Aadi Adeel, famous for his comedic roles, recently appeared on a TV show with Mathira.

    The happy-go-lucky actor shared some personal stories and spoke about being vulnerable.

    “I did not remember exactly what I was angry about with my mother, but I did not speak to her for many years,” he said.

    Adeel recalled not talking to her even when he was in front of her in the same house.

    “Later, on the day my father died, I hugged my mother and apologised to her,” he said.

    “My mother did not say anything to me except that I was her son, and that why would she not forgive me?”

    He further said, “The death of my father is the biggest sorrow and shock of my life, and I miss him even today.”

    “My father and I had a good, friendly relationship, and I always felt that if anything happened to me in life, if I got into trouble, my father would get me out of it,” he remembered.

    But after his father’s death, “the illusion was broken” for him.

    “When my father passed away, I felt that the whole world had ended, the colours had disappeared from the world, and illusions had disappeared,” he said.

    “I still feel that after the death of my father, there is no one to take care of me, to get me out of any trouble; I am my only protector,” he shared.

    It has been 15 years since his father’s death, who died at a young age.

  • How much did Nida Yasir’s wedding cost 22 years ago? The amount will surprise you

    How much did Nida Yasir’s wedding cost 22 years ago? The amount will surprise you

    This is the age of extravagant weddings, with most people trying to outdo each other with how much they spend on ostentatious displays of wealth.

    Morning show host Nida Yasir got married 22 years ago, when weddings were simpler and less costly.

    A clip of Nida’s interview with actor Faisal Qureshi is going viral on social media. Faisal asks Nida about the expenses of her wedding to director Yasir Nawaz.

    “There was a time when fans wanted to watch content based on marriage in morning shows, now the trend has changed a lot,” she began, adding that It has been more than 15 years since she started hosting morning shows.

    “Only three events were organized for my wedding, the wedding was very grand and luxurious, the Milad and Mayon were held on the same day, later. Mehndi and barat ceremonies were held.”

    She said, “22 years have passed since my marriage. I spent one million rupees on three wedding ceremonies and Walimah was entirely from Yasir.”
    Nida Yasir and Yasir Nawaz got married in 2002. They now have three children.