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  • Sanam Saeed is a fan of Mahira, Fawad pairing

    Sanam Saeed is a fan of Mahira, Fawad pairing

    Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan, celebrated for their brilliant chemistry in Humsafar, have legions of fans, including Sanam Saeed.
    The talented actress who is reuniting with Fawad Khan after 12 years in the Zee web series Barzakh, told BBC Asian Network, that the Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan jori creates magic on screen.

    “Unlike Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan’s pairing, when I appear on screen with Fawad, people do not feel the same magic, and our pairing does not look as good.”
    While talking about coming together the superstar after more than a decade, she commented, “I myself cannot believe that Fawad Khan and I are working together on screen again after 12 years. But I think fans will be shocked to see us together on screen again after so many years.”

    Talking about different roles, Sanam that as an actor she has to play all kinds of roles. “Viewers should also see me as an actor and understand that I can’t appear in romantic roles every time.”

    The Barzakh actress also said, “Both Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan are beautiful and cute, so their pair looks good. However, Fawad Khan’s interaction with them can be different. It is not necessary that they always appear as a pair.”
    Fawad and Sanam’s last project together was Zindagi Gulzar Hai, which aired on HUMTV in 2012 and was written by Umera Ahmed.

    Bazarkh was released on the ZEE5 YouTube channel. The web series is directed and written by Asim Abbasi.

  • Is Amar Khan getting married soon?

    Is Amar Khan getting married soon?

    It seems that our public’s weird obsession with getting celebrities married off has not ended. At a recent event, famous actress Amar Khan was asked about her marriage plans. The exasperated star replied that she will get married when the right time comes up.

    “This is not something anyone can predict, but [I’ll get married] whenever it is the right time,” she told a reporter.

    When asked if she would ever propose to someone she likes, the ‘Baddua’ actress said it’s important that the other person feels the same way. “It is not about who I like, but it’s important that the other person has similar feelings for me, so I would like to give this opportunity to that individual,” she said.

    Amar also shared that she has received many proposals. She believes in fate and destiny and thinks everyone eventually finds the right person they are meant to be with.

    Talking about the qualities she wants in her future partner, Khan said, “Respect is the most important factor in any relationship. Compatibility, a good sense of humor, and other characteristics are nice, but I believe respect tops all of that. When partners have respect for each other, it gets easier to spend a good life together.”

  • Modernism is not the same as vulgarity: Humaira Ali on feminism

    Modernism is not the same as vulgarity: Humaira Ali on feminism

    Renowned actor and model Humaira Ali thinks the true idea of feminism has been misunderstood.

    In a recent interview on Ahmad Ali Butt’s podcast ‘Excuse Me’, Humaira Ali, known for ‘Tamasha’, talked about feminism and women’s empowerment.

    “For me, feminism means respecting both men and women. No gender should dominate the other. Celebrating femininity is true feminism,” she said.

    “Women should stand up for their rights and be strong. Men and women are different physically, and that’s beautiful. Don’t blur those lines,” added the ‘Ehsaan Faramosh’ actor.

    Ali also shared her thoughts on how feminism is misunderstood today. “I believe the true idea of feminism has been distorted. It’s not about harsh words or vulgarity. There must be a difference between modernism and vulgarity,” she said.

    “It’s not about religion, country, or civilization. A woman should not be depicted badly under feminism,” she concluded.

  • ‘I have indecent videos of Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar’, says main kidnapping suspect

    ‘I have indecent videos of Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar’, says main kidnapping suspect

    The main suspect in the kidnapping of controversial writer Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar has claimed to Aik News HD’s Syed Haider Ali that he has two videos of Qamar, each one and a half hours long, where he wants to get intimate with the woman who honey-trapped him.

    Hassan Raza, the main suspect, introduced himself as a real estate agent. He affirmed that he is in possession of a video where Qamar is drinking alcohol and swearing while being drunk. He said that the police have taken all the video evidence from his place. However, he is still in possession of a memory card that contains videos of Qamar.

    Raza proclaimed that Khalil has lied to the police and hoped the police will listen to him.

    The anchor then asked, “Is it true that Qamar came on his own and the woman did not convince the writer to meet with her to discuss the drama project?” To which Raza replied, “Regarding Amna, Qamar kept kissing her feet. He filed an FIR against us to obtain all these videos.”

    The anchor further asked, “According to the police, you used the woman to honey trap Qamar, is the police not telling the truth?”

    The culprit replied that Qamar did everything himself. “He used to message Amna first. If the police get the call data record (CDR) of Qamar’s phone, they will find out who is guilty.”

  • ‘I love to be single’; Yumna Zaidi is living her best life

    ‘I love to be single’; Yumna Zaidi is living her best life

     
    With her captivating performances, actress Yumna Zaidi has gained immense fame following the success of her blockbuster drama serial ‘Tere Bin.’ Even before this triumph, Yumna was already a renowned and phenomenal actor, known for delivering stellar performances in numerous hit television dramas.
     
    In a meet-and-greet session with fans in Dallas, USA, alongside co-star Wahaj Ali, Yumna talked about her personal life, revealing the reason why she’s still single. 

    Responding to a fan’s question, she said, “I am a very difficult sort of a person that is why I am still single. I don’t know why. Yes, it is a weird reason but I love to be single.”
    Currently, Yumna is starring in the new drama Gentleman, playing the central character of Zarnab.

    Here are the video of Yumna Zaidi:

  • The unexpected shaadi ki raat of Fahad Mustafa, Hania Aamir in ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’

    The unexpected shaadi ki raat of Fahad Mustafa, Hania Aamir in ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’

    Episode 5 of ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ is winning hearts with its unexpected twists and engaging storyline. The drama features Fahad Mustafa and Hania Aamir in lead roles.

    Mustafa and Sharjeena’s wedding night scene has gone viral. Fans can’t stop talking about the emotional and memorable moment on social media. It’s the most talked-about scene right now.
    Mustafa, played by Fahad Mustafa, makes a spontaneous decision to help Sharjeena, played by Hania Aamir, leading to their sudden marriage. The twist came up when Mustafa, who wasn’t prepared for the responsibilities of marriage, finds himself in a state of confusion as they return home.

    The episode shows the couples’ different personalities on full display, making for a hilarious and heartwarming start to their new life together.

    The main plot of the drama revolves around the concept of opposites attract, where Hania, aka Sharjeena, portrays the role of a bibliophile and class topper with a practical approach, while Fahad’s character is a little laid-back.

    ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 PM on ARY Digital. The drama is written by Farhat Ishtiaq, directed by Badar Mehmood and produced by Big Bang Entertainment.
    Will they find love amidst the chaos, or will their differences tear them apart? Let’s see what happens in the next episode.
    Here are a few shots of episode 05:

  • Social media calls for boycotting Marvel movie with Israeli ‘superhero’

    Social media calls for boycotting Marvel movie with Israeli ‘superhero’

    The global anti-Israel movement led by BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions ) and other pro-Palestinian groups are calling for a boycott of the Disney and Marvel film Captain America: Brave New World, featuring Israeli comic-book superhero Sabra (Ruth Bat Seraph).

    On July 12, Marvel dropped the first teaser for the film, set to release next February, which portrays Sabra as a “high-ranking US government official” instead of a Mossad agent, which she is in the comics.

    The change has come in the context of critique that was showered upon Marvel after it announced that the character will be part of the new movie. The character of Sabra was first introduced in the 1980s Hulk comics but Marvel studios has said that it would be “taking a new approach to the character.”

    While this change of approach is criticised by pro-Israel factions, it was also heavily lambasted by pro-Palestinian groups. In a social media post, BDS stated: “Palestinians call for intensifying pressure on Disney and Marvel to drop anti-Palestinian character.”

    “We call for boycotting Disney+ subscriptions, Marvel merchandise and all screenings of Captain America: Brave New World,” the BDS National Committee, Jewish Voice for Peace, and Movement for Black Lives collectively posted. “Disney’s superficial changes to the character cannot erase its decades-long complicity in Israeli propaganda,” the post added.

    The slider, posted by BDS, emphasised that “By reviving this racist character in any form, Marvel is promoting Israel’s brutal oppression of Palestinians.”

    The criticism is also deeply rooted in the casting of Shira Haas, who has previously volunteered for the genocidal Israeli military even though she was exempted due to “stunted growth” because she suffered from a form of cancer while she was a toddler. She voluntarily enlisted herself in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) Military Band and theatre unit.

    “The character has long glorified violence against Palestinians, working for the Israeli government and military, which are now annihilating Palestinians in Gaza,” the post elaborated.

    A user on X shared that “(Marvel) has announced the character on the 40th anniversary of the event. BDS are calling for a boycott. Don’t watch.”

    Another user shared her stance by writing, “Just a reminder now that a new Deadpool & Wolverine trailer was released that Marvel is being boycotted just like McDonald’s and Starbucks because the next Captain America movie is going to have an Israeli superhero, Sabra, played by a literal IDF soldier, Shira Haas.”

  • Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Aya Nakamura may headline Paris Olympics opening ceremony

    Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Aya Nakamura may headline Paris Olympics opening ceremony

    World-famous stars are in line to perform at Friday’s opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, which will take place along the Seine River. The exact line-up is a tightly guarded secret, but here are three performers strongly rumoured to be appearing:

    Lady Gaga

    One of the world’s biggest-selling artists, pop queen Lady Gaga – real name Stefani Germanotta – brings extravagant showmanship and costumes to the stage, along with her infectious electropop beats. She won an Oscar for Shallow, a song she co-wrote for the 2018 film remake A Star is Born. In that film, she sang the classic La Vie en rose by French legend Edith Piaf – whose songs are expected to feature in the Olympics extravaganza.

    Lady Gaga was seen arriving at a hotel in the French capital days ahead of the opening bash. Her anticipated Olympic turn comes during a busy year for the Oscar-winning US songwriter, 38. Earlier this month she announced she was back in the studio at work on a new album. She also appears as love-interest Harley Quinn in the new Joker movie, screening at the Venice Film Festival that starts in late August.

    “Music is one of the most powerful things the world has to offer,” she said prior to her electrifying 2017 Super Bowl halftime show performance. “No matter what race or religion or nationality or sexual orientation or gender that you are, it has the power to unite us.”

    Celine Dion

    Canadian superstar singer Dion is set to return to the spotlight after her fight against a rare illness was laid bare in a recent documentary. She has been posing for selfies with fans around Paris since the start of the week. Sources have indicated she may sing Piaf’s stirring love anthem Hymne A l’Amour at the ceremony. If she performs it will be the 56-year-old Dion’s second time at the Games, after the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.  Last month, she vowed she would fight her way back from the debilitating rare neurological condition that has kept her off stage.

    Dion first disclosed in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, an incurable autoimmune disorder. But she told US network NBC in June: “I’m going to go back onstage, even if I have to crawl. Even if I have to talk with my hands, I will. I will.” She has sold more than 250 million albums during a career spanning decades and picked up two Grammys for her rendition of My Heart Will Go On, the hit song from the 1997 epic Titanic.

    Aya Nakamura

    Franco-Malian R&B superstar Aya Nakamura, 29, is the most listened-to French-speaking singer in the world, with seven billion streams online. She is known for hits such as Djadja, which has close to a billion streams on YouTube alone, and Pookie. She faced down a wave of abuse from right-wing activists over her mooted Olympics appearance. The backlash came after media reports suggested she had discussed performing a song by Piaf at a meeting with President Emmanuel Macron. Neither party confirmed the claim but Macron publicly backed the singer for the Olympics ceremony. Far-right politicians and conservatives have accused her of “vulgarity” and disrespecting the French language in her lyrics.

    Born Aya Danioko in the Malian capital Bamako in 1995 into a family of traditional musicians, she moved with her parents to the Paris suburbs as a child. She told AFP in an interview in 2020 her music was about “feelings of love in all their aspects”.

    “I have made my own musical universe and that is what I am most proud of. I make the music I like, even if people try to pigeon-hole me.”

  • Hum Dono: Will Wafa and Asad’s love story defy the odds?

    Hum Dono: Will Wafa and Asad’s love story defy the odds?

    Wafa and Asad are deeply in love. Wafa, full of life and ready to marry her hero Asad, is adventurous and carefree. Asad, in contrast, is practical and thoughtful, always considering the consequences of Wafa’s wild ideas. Their main obstacle is Wafa’s wealthy family. Her father, Ejaz Durrani (played by Nauman Ejaz), has chosen Shehroz (Zaviyar Naumaan) as a potential husband for her.

    Adding to the drama, Wafa’s cousin Sumbul (Rabya Kulsoom) also has feelings for Shehroz, but his feelings for her remain unclear. The standout character in this episode is Samar Abbas. His humor and charm make the show enjoyable, and we look forward to seeing more of him in future episodes.

    The drama starts with beautiful rooftop scenes where Wafa and Asad meet. Director Aabis Raza enhances the visuals with creative details, like shots of the hero and heroine climbing a ladder to the rooftop. Azaan Sami Khan’s pairing with Kinza Hashmi is fresh and promising. Both actors have a strong presence on screen. Zaviyaar Naumaan Ejaz joins the cast, adding to the potential love triangle. Rabya Kulsoom, as Sumbul, watches from the sidelines. Naumaan Ijaz plays Wafa’s calculating father, hinting at interesting family dynamics.

    Wafa’s carefree attitude sometimes seems unrealistic, especially when she talks about eloping so casually. This might be to highlight the contrast with Asad, who is practical and deeply in love. While we hoped for a story beyond the typical love triangle, writer Bee Gul always adds depth to her characters, so there’s hope for more complexity.

    The first episode showed a lot of romance between Wafa and Asad. It would have been better with more backstory to make their relationship more relatable. But it’s just the beginning, and there’s plenty of time for the story to develop.

    Let’s see what happens in the next episodes of ‘Hum Dono’

  • Dilip Kumar’s renovated bungalow sells for a jaw dropping sum

    Dilip Kumar’s renovated bungalow sells for a jaw dropping sum

    A sea-facing bungalow on Pali Hill, Mumbai, belonging to the late Bollywood thespian Dilip Kumar, has been sold for Indian 175 crores. What was previously his sea-facing residence has now turned into an opulent triplex apartment.

    Apco Infratech Private Limited has purchased a triplex apartment spanning the 9th, 10th, and 11th floors of a newly redeveloped building. All in all, the flat has a huge carpet area of 9,527 square feet, which was bought at a premium price of Indians INR1.62 lakh per square foot. The sale was even costlier with a registration cost of INR 30,000 and a whopping stamp duty of 9.3 crore.
    In 1966, after he married Saira Banu, Dilip Kumar moved out of the house he had bought in September 1953.