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  • When east meets west: Ritviz and Hasan Raheem’s ‘Mehrbaan’ blends cultures

    When east meets west: Ritviz and Hasan Raheem’s ‘Mehrbaan’ blends cultures

    This new single by Ritviz featuring Hasan Raheem is a funky, pop-retro beat that will make it to your Spotify list faster than Naseem Shah can bowl in a packed Pak-India stadium! Cross-border collaborations like this are magical, bringing together the best of both worlds in a musical celebration.

    ‘Mehrbaan’ hits the charts today with lyrics about dillagi, love, and a sweet obsession. It’s an upbeat, fun track with vocals that make you want to sway to the beat. Very Hasan Raheem, very Ritviz, this retro tune has a mood-lifting vibe perfect for a weekend party.

    Both artists announced the collab on their social media feeds a few days ago, and fans have been eagerly waiting for Friday. Well, it’s here now. “Mehrbaan is all yours on Friday,” they posted. And it sure is!

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    What also stands out in “Mehrbaan” is the stunning artwork by Santanu Hazarika and the digital graphics in the YouTube video
    Pakistani and Indian fans are thrilled with ‘Mehrbaan’ by Ritviz and Hasan Raheem. This song is a labor of love, and fans are hugely thankful for this amazing collaboration.

  • Sonakshi Sinha marries Zaheer Iqbal in a ‘happily ever after’ wedding

    Sonakshi Sinha marries Zaheer Iqbal in a ‘happily ever after’ wedding

    A delightful love story comes to a happy ending! Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are now married, ending all doubt and speculation.

    The ceremony took place at Sonakshi’s apartment in Bandra, Mumbai, on 23-06-2024 Sunday evening.
    They shared their wedding pictures on Instagram with the caption, “On this very day, seven years back (23.06.2017) in each others eyes, we saw love in its purest form and decided to hold on to it. Today that love has guided us through all the challenges and triumphs… leading up to this moment… where with the blessings of both our families and both our gods… we are now man and wife. Here’s to love, hope and all things beautiful with each other, from now until forever. Sonakshi, Zaheer 23.06.2024.”

    The wedding rituals were performed in Mumbai city and the event was attended by their families and closet friends, including Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth, and a special appearance by Salman Khan, who made a stylish entry.
    The two of them were dressed in the same off-white attire: Zaheer was wearing a kurta and Sonakshi was wearing a beautiful saree.

    Shatrughan Sinha’s attendance at the party ended rumors that he didn’t approve of the wedding and wouldn’t come. Earlier, he had told Times Now he was “waiting to be informed” about his daughter’s wedding. “All I can say is, aaj kal ke bachche consent nahin lete maa-baap ke, sirf inform karte hain (Nowadays, children don’t seek permission; they simply inform their parents).”

  • Sadia Faisal blames rising divorce rates on women’s independence

    Sadia Faisal blames rising divorce rates on women’s independence

    Among the many people in Pakistan who choose to blame women for rising divorce rates, and not men for being men, is actress Sadia Faisal.

    In a recent appearance she went off on a rant, blaming independent women for changing marriage and relationships in the industry.

    The daughter of veteran actress Saba Faisal sat down on ‘FHM Podcast’ to slam women for being “impatient and independent” compared to the past, saying that it has led to an increasing divorce rate.

    “I think the reason we’re seeing more divorces in the industry is that when women become independent, their tolerance level decreases, and they refuse to compromise. This lack of tolerance is a major reason for the increasing number of divorces we see today. When women earn more, their expectations skyrocket, and their brains are in the sky, making it challenging for marriages to succeed.”
    Yes, she did not bring in men behaving the way they do in a very patriarchal society. Its all the women’s fault, yo!

    But she did not end her tirade against women there. “We are not foreigners, and our traditions are eternal. Marriages are not just between two individuals, but between two families. Any woman who thinks she is only marrying the man is misguided and will face problems in her marriage.”

    Yes Saadia, everything that goes wrong is indeed the woman’s fault. No matter that we know if instances where strong successful women in the industry were subjected to domestic violence, no matter that we know of instances where men cheated on their successful spouses, no matter that many older celebs now say that they were in unhappy marriages, their husbands took their money, and they regret staying. A marriage failing must be the woman’s fault, right?

    Maybe its time Sadia came out of whatever era she is stuck in and smelled what the new age is cooking.

  • ‘I chose music over marriage’; Shazia Manzoor on staying single

    ‘I chose music over marriage’; Shazia Manzoor on staying single

    The queen of soulful singing, Shazia Manzoor, is back with a bang on our airwaves, belting out Coke Studio’s latest single ‘Turri Jandi’.

    The iconic singer ruled the music industry for years, but kept a low profile, choosing to mostly keep her private life away from the limelight.

    Which is why she has stunned fans with her candid confessions in a revealing interview with Sohail Warraich on Aik Din Geo Ke Saath.

    The veteran journalist asked her, “You are the only child of your parents. Why did you not get married?”
    Shazia replied, “I told my parents that I’ve decided not to get married, and it was a surprise to them.” She continued to say, “I believe an artist’s marriage is to their art. Those who love their profession often find their first love in it.”

    The crooner then said that she had dedicated herself to her career. “Perhaps I didn’t give marriage the attention it deserved during that time. I’m a human with my own desires and emotions, but circumstances didn’t allow my relationships to progress. However, I have no regrets about these choices.”
    Shazia Manzoor was formerly engaged to someone in her family, but the engagement ended when she began her singing career.

    She concluded, “I haven’t given up on the idea of marriage altogether. If I find the right person, I would definitely consider it.”

  • Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan slams Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s music

    Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan slams Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s music

    Chahat Fateh Ali Khan became a social media star after his song ‘Bado Badi’ went viral, gaining 28 million views. Even though YouTube remove his song on copyright claims, he re-uploaded it on Instagram, leading to concert invites and interviews. However, not everyone is happy with him, including singing maestro Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan.

    Shafqat told ‘Gup Shab’ host Vasay Chaudhry, “I feel disheartened seeing this. Because of Chahat Fateh Ali Khan, our singers are being mocked. Many still think he’s a singer and say, he has a new song. Please understand that he’s making fun of our country’s music and singers. I blame our people; they prefer cheap entertainment and appreciate a strange, comedic artist over a genuine one. There will be consequences in the future, and they’ll realize their mistake.”

  • ‘Just a coincidence’: Ahsan Khan on marrying outside the industry

    ‘Just a coincidence’: Ahsan Khan on marrying outside the industry

    Love may find its way into the most unexpected locations, and for celebrities, sometimes the heart chooses to follow a path away from the spotlight. This was the situation with actor Ahsan Khan who recently revealed that his marriage to a girl who was not part of the entertainment industry was entirely accidental.
    Ahsan Khan recently sat down with the ‘Samma Podcast’ to talk about a host of issues.

    “There are many educated, well-mannered, and family-oriented girls from good backgrounds in our industry, but their marriages have taken place outside the industry,” he observed.
    Calling it “just a coincidence” that his mind matched with a girl outside the industry, Ahsan simply said he liked her.
    Ahsan Khan married his wife Fatima Khan in 2008.

  • Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh and Atlee team up for action-packed movie

    Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh and Atlee team up for action-packed movie

    Following his blockbuster success with Bollywood king Shahrukh Khan in ‘Jawan’, South Indian filmmaker Atlee Kumar is now set to collaborate with Salman Khan for his highly-anticipated next film, marking a major crossover in Indian cinema.

    Atlee is currently working on the script, and the film will be announced soon under Sun Pictures, Telugu 360 has reported.

    Shooting is expected to start next year, as Salman Khan is currently busy with ‘Sikandar’, directed by AR Murugadoss. ‘Sikandar’ is set for an Eid 2025 release and is expected to wrap up by March 2025.

    Ranveer Singh will play an important role in the action entertainer.
    While the official announcement has not yet been made, social media users have already endorsed the two-hero actioner that will be led by a blockbuster machine.

    Atlee is waiting for the release of his co-production, ‘Baby John,’ starring Varun Dhawan, which was supposed to come out on May 31 but has been delayed.

  • Neelum Muneer has a creepy fan story

    Neelum Muneer has a creepy fan story

    Fans can be a blessing for celebrities, offering adoration and love. However, once in a while a fan comes along who’s more creepy than cute.

    The beautiful and talented Neelum Muneer had an encounter with a crazy fan. She revealed a shocking experience on ‘Hasna Mana Hai’, where she exposed a fan who had been pretending to be a girl and talking to her on the phone for a long time.
    The host, Tabish Hashmi, asked Neelum Muneer if she had ever encountered a fan who started off seemingly nice but later turned out to be very obsessive and even scary.

    Neelum Muneer said “It’s really weird, some fans don’t understand what to talk to me about when they meet me. This one fan would call me, pretending to be a girl, and ask to talk to someone else. When I would respond, he would say he had dialed the wrong number. Later, I discovered that the person was a man who had been posing as a girl to talk to me. He had been doing it for a long time. It was so strange and creepy.”

  • Speculation over: Shatrughan Sinha welcomes Zaheer Iqbal with open arms

    Speculation over: Shatrughan Sinha welcomes Zaheer Iqbal with open arms

    Veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha subtly denied rumors of being upset about his daughter Sonakshi Sinha’s decision to marry her long-time beau Zaheer Iqbal. He was recently seen meeting his future son-in-law ahead of the big day.

    On Thursday, Shatrughan Sinha ended all speculation of family tension around Sonakshi’s wedding. Paparazzi spotted him meeting the groom-to-be outside his apartment.

    The two smiled and posed together for the cameras. Sinha even entertained the photographers by saying his iconic dialogue, “Khamosh!”. He then confirmed that he will attend his daughter’s wedding this weekend. He expressed happiness and support for her decisions, stating, “I will be there at the wedding, certainly. Why wouldn’t I? Her happiness is mine too, and vice versa. She has every right to choose her partner and plan her wedding,” as quoted by Indian media.

    “I am very busy with my political work in Delhi. Despite this, being here in Mumbai shows that I am not just her support but also her protector,” Shatrughan affirmed.

  • Lights, Camera, Celebration: Fahad Mustafa’s star-studded birthday dinner

    Lights, Camera, Celebration: Fahad Mustafa’s star-studded birthday dinner

    On the third day of Eid Ul Azha, Fahad Mustafa celebrated his birthday in style. He and his family, all dressed in black outfits, hosted a glamorous dinner for their friends from the entertainment industry.

    The guest list included big names like Faysal Quraishi, Adnan Siddiqui, Humayun Saeed, Aijaz Aslam, Sunita Marshall, Benita David, Sana Faysal, Rabya Kulsoom, Faizan Sheikh, Maham Aamir, and many others.

    Fahad cut the cake with his daughter and son, making it a memorable evening.

    Here are some pictures from the event: