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  • Veteran actor Majid Jahangir passes away in Lahore

    Veteran actor Majid Jahangir passes away in Lahore

    Fifty Fifty star Majid Jahangir, passed away in Lahore in the early hours of Wednesday. The comedian, who rose to fame from the popular sitcom that also starred the late actor Ismail Tara, died of prolonged illness. Jahangir will be laid to rest in Karachi, his son Fahad Majid Jahangir confirmed.

    The actor was hospitalised after he had a fall last month, in which he fractured his spine. Jahangir was also suffering from a respiratory illness that had worsened recently.

    Jahangir kickstarted his acting career in Moin Akhtar’s PTV show Saat Rang. However, it wasn’t until 1979, he starred and was propelled to fame thanks to PTV’s famous comedy show Fifty Fifty along with Tara, Zeba Shehnaz, Bushra Ansari, and Ashraf Khan.

    The show became later became a household name across the country and so did the cast. Jahangir was a constant feature in the show until it stopped airing in 1985.

    It was then reported that Jahangir had moved to the United States and lived there for the next 23 years. On returning to Pakistan, he resumed his career by participating in Aamir Liaquat Hussain’s shows for local TV and in the comedy show Khabarnaak. In 2021, Jahangir told of his financial woes to The Express Tribune and added that it has become a nuisance for him to even arrange for his medicines for stroke and other ailments.

    In the 80s, Jahangir was conferred with the Pride of Performance award for his role in Fifty Fifty. In 2020, he was awarded Tamgha-i-Imtiaz and a Lifetime achievement award.

  • Video: Shoe thrown at Rana Sanaullah’s car

    Video: Shoe thrown at Rana Sanaullah’s car

    A shoe was tossed at the windscreen of Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah’s vehicle outside the Punjab Assembly on Tuesday.

    The minister was sitting in the front passenger seat while his driver drove the car, passing by a group of journalists. An unknown person threw the shoe.

    The shoe flew towards his vehicle as the minister left the Punjab Assembly’s premises.

    Earlier in the day, Sanaullah along with Special Assistant to Prime Minister Attaullah Tarar and other party leaders were barred by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) controlled Punjab government.

    As per the details, the police and the assembly staff stopped Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) lawmakers and leaders from entering the premises of the Punjab Assembly; however, some of the members forced their way into it.

  • OGRA approves 74% hike in sui gas prices amid economic crisis

    OGRA approves 74% hike in sui gas prices amid economic crisis

    The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has approved an increase in the price of natural gas of up to 74 per cent at a time when the country’s people are struggling to make ends meet owing to rising inflation.

    According to specifics, the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) and the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd. (SNGPL) would each be permitted to raise gas rates by up to 74.42 per cent and 67.75 per cent, respectively.

    Ogra’s decision will be implemented after the approval of the federal government. If the federal government does not approve it within 40 days, the decision will be implemented automatically.

    The oil and gas regulator has okayed increases of Rs406.28 and Rs469.28 per million British thermal units (mmBtu) for SNGPL and SSGC, respectively.

    OGRA further said that the average gas price for SNGPL would reach Rs952.17 per unit from the current price of Rs545.89 per mmBtu, while that of SSGCL would reach Rs1,161 per unit from the current Rs692.63 per mmBtu.

    LPG price hike

    Earlier, the prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) were increased by Rs5 per kg without a notification from OGRA.

    The LPG price has now jumped to Rs260 per kg from Rs255 after an increase of Rs5. Meanwhile, the prices of domestic and commercial cylinders increased by Rs60 and Rs230, respectively.

    The gas is available for Rs270 per kilogramme in Murree, while its price exceeds Rs300 per kilogramme in Gilgit-Baltistan and Skardu.

  • What is the new dress code and timings for school going students in Islamabad?

    The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has changed timings for educational institutes and announced a relaxation in uniform policy amid the extreme cold in the capital.

    Single-shift institutes will run from 8:30am to 2:30pm Monday through Thursday and close at 12:30pm on Friday, according to the official notification.

    On Monday through Thursday, evening shifts in double-shift institutions will run from 1:30pm to 7pm. On Friday, it will begin at 2:30 PM.
    Pre-I (Montessori/Prep) lessons will be offered Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 12:30pm.

    Students are permitted to dress in any warm clothing of any colour to stay warm in the month of January to February, according to the official announcement.

  • Sadia Khan breaks silence on allegedly dating Aryan Khan

    Sadia Khan breaks silence on allegedly dating Aryan Khan

    Actor Sadia Khan ringed in the New Year’s Eve with Aryan Khan at a party in Dubai. The Khuda Aur Mohabbat star posted a picture with Aryan on her Instagram handle which sparked dating rumours. Even Indian film critic Kamaal Rashid Khan claimed that Sadia and Aryan are in a relationship.

    Now Sadia in an interview with City Times has rubbished all the rumours, “It is very strange how people are making up stories about myself and Aryan without knowing the full picture. There needs to be a limit to all that goes around in the name of news.”

    The actress also added, “This doesn’t mean that we are dating. I am not the only one who took a picture with Aryan either; there were a few other people who clicked pictures, and they also uploaded them, but somehow I am the one whose picture is floating around.”

    Sadia Khan also went on to say a few words in praise of Aryan Khan, as she said, “I would say that Aryan is a very sweet and an extremely well-mannered boy. So, please stop all these baseless rumours about us. Love and respect.”

    She also took to her Instagram handle to shut down the rumours.

  • Momal Sheikh reacts to uncle Behroze Sabzwari’s remarks about women’s ‘tight’ clothing

    Momal Sheikh reacts to uncle Behroze Sabzwari’s remarks about women’s ‘tight’ clothing

    Actor Momal Sheikh recently made an appearance on The Talk Talk Show hosted by Hassan Choudary, where she shared her thoughts on Behroze Sabzwari’s claim that ladies shouldn’t wear tight clothing while traveling on bikes.

    The Daraar star said, “it is his point of view, maybe it was something he observed while he was coming to the interview and he expressed his thoughts, Maybe it was something that stuck in his mind and he wanted to talk about it, whenever we come to the show we don’t talk the scripted things, we speak our heart out, so I can give him the benefit of doubt, maybe it was something disturbing him, hence he said it, so people should move on and let it go, and if anything needs to be requested, it should come from Behroze Sabzwari rather than me.”

    Mr and Mrs Behroz Sabzwari with their grand daughter Nooreh - Arts & Entertainment Images & Photos

    On being asked about the public’s perception of her clothing, Sheikh replied she couldn’t influence anyone’s opinions or change their minds, so she should just let it be and do whatever she wanted. In the end, the public makes you famous.

    Last year she stated in another interview that she is not afraid of her father (Javed Sheikh) but she is scared of her brother Shahzad Sheikh.

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    “I’m not scared of my father but I am scared of Shahzad,” said Momal while talking to Momina on her show Momina Mixed Plate.

    She said that he is a little bossy and asks questions. “Even coming to this field, he said that tumhara kya kaam hai? Tum ne kyun karna hai?“

    While talking about his protective behaviour, she further elaborated: “It’s just that he is a little protective to her little sister, not that he really don’t want me to work, of course, it’s not that. Uska ek roub hai, bharam hai like I want her to be under me, and islie bhi kyunkay mein argue bhi bohat karti houn.”

    She said, “Sometimes I say that to him If I were your elder sister then you would see.”

    Last year the Happy Bhaag Jayegi diva appreciated her cousin Shahroz Sabzwari and Syra Yousuf for handling social media scrutiny post their split, “The way Shahroz and Saira handled all the criticism was the best thing and that’s the way it should be. People always talk about something, they used to talk before and they will continue to talk no matter what.”

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    “My personal statement on their separation is that they are two individual and mature adults, they know what is good for them. Saira and Shahroz are two beautiful and kind hearted people”, she added.

  • Exclusive: Shaan Shahid reveals why he rejected Aamir Khan’s ‘Ghajini’

    Exclusive: Shaan Shahid reveals why he rejected Aamir Khan’s ‘Ghajini’

    Actor Shaan Shahid while promoting his forthcoming film, Zarrar chatted over his career, controversies, and colleagues, exclusively with The Current.

    On being asked about why he rejected the Bollywood film Ghajini starring Aamir Khan and Asin, Shaan said, “There are some differences between the two nations (India and Pakistan), so picking up a villain from Pakistan puts more pressure and limelight on that relationship. Unko Villain sirf yahan pe nazar aatay hain or heroes sirf wahan pe. (They only see villains in Pakistan and heroes in India.)

    The veteran actor added, “Also, the geopolitical system, Both India and Pakistan have a lot of baggage of the past and in the present as well. I think whatever is happening in India with Muslims is heartbreaking. I believe as a person you start creating an opinion and you have a set of rules or morals or values that you would rather put before making a financial decision.”

    Moving forward, we asked Shaan if he gets offered a remake or a sequel of his 2006 Punjabi blockbuster Majajan, then who would be his preferred leading ladies? The film was released on 24 March 2006, across Pakistan. Majajan celebrated its Diamond Jubilee (100 weeks) in Lahore’s cinemas.

    The Khuda Kay Liye star excitedly revealed that he finds Mahira to be very good and would want her as one of the heroines, whereas he wants to rope in Mehwish Hayat as his other leading lady as he finds her to be stunning as well.

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    On being quipped further, Shahid mentioned that he would like to see Mahira essaying Saima Khan’s character of a courtesan and Mehwish in Madiha Shah’s role.

    Film’s synopsis

    Majajan (2006) Lollywood Original Poster C – www.desimovies.biz

    Zil-e-Shah (Shaan), an unhappily married man who belongs to the Syed clan, falls in love with a courtesan, by the name of Taari (Saima) who arrives to perform in his village. His wife (Madiha Shah) and family condemn their relationship.

    Biopic Woes

    Hamza Ali Abbasi and Ahad Raza Mir

    On being asked by the host Uzair Anwer that if a biopic gets made on him, which young actor would he want to essay him in the film? The veteran artist was given four options (Hamza Ali Abbasi, Ahad Raza Mir, Bilal Abbas, and Imran Ashraf).

    Watch his answer in the interview attached below:

    The Majajan hero wasn’t too excited about these younger actors playing him in his biopic. He In fact hinted that it should be Shaan himself who should feature in a film based on him.

    Shaan stated, “I think if they would have cast Sanjay Dutt in Sanju (2018), it would have been better. I personally feel that a biopic should be made on an actor when he passes away.”

    This is how Sanjay Dutt REACTED to watching himself in Ranbir Kapoor's Sanju | PINKVILLA

    He added, “Jesa bhi kaam kartay hain, they are all good actors, and they’ll approach the character according to their own set of skills.”

    Shahid concluded by saying, “Its a difficult question and I haven’t yet given it a thought.”

  • Babil Khan opens up about dealing with father Irrfan Khan’s death

    Babil Khan opens up about dealing with father Irrfan Khan’s death

    On the occasion of late actor Irrfan Khan’s birthday, his son Babil Khan revealed how he dealt with his father’s death.

    During the promotion of his debut project Qala, Babil shared the difficult phase of his life i.e. his father’s death. He added: “When it first happened, the first day, I didn’t believe it. One week had passed and it hit then. And then I just went into a really bad spiral. I just locked myself in my room for one and a half months.”

    “Back then he used to shoot so much that he’d be gone for a long shooting schedule. When it just happened, I had somehow convinced myself that he’ll come back after the shooting schedule. And then I slowly started realizing that this is an indefinite shooting schedule. He’s not coming back. I just lost my best friend. It was devastating on a level that I can’t really put into words.”

    Khan says that now he feels positive whenever he remembers his late father.

    On the work front, Babil Khan just made his acting debut with the Netflix film Qala. He further has a web series coming his way by the name The Railway Men. The series features prominent actors like Kay Kay Menon, R Madhavan, and Divyenndu Sharma. Babil will also be collaborating with filmmaker Shoojit Sircar for a project, reports IndiaToday.

  • Former girlfriend Somy Ali accuses Salman Khan of ‘sexual, physical and verbal abuse’

    Former girlfriend Somy Ali accuses Salman Khan of ‘sexual, physical and verbal abuse’

    Pakistani-American model Somy Ali has opened up about her relationship with Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The actress has now revealed on social media the domestic violence she has experienced while dating Salman.

    Somy took to Instagram and shared a post with frequently asked questions. Answering one of the questions as to why she deleted some of the posts from the past, she explained, “Yes, because I had used profanity and my anger got the best of me. As the executive director of an NGO, it did not sit well with me to have profane posts on my social media. Thus, I deleted them.”

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    Talking about one more question that people often ask her—what happened between Somy Ali and Salman Khan? She responded to that in the post, saying, “The eight years spent with him were the worst years of my entire existence. In addition to tonnes of affairs and flings, he would constantly belittle me by calling me ugly, stupid, and dumb. Not a day went by that he wouldn’t make me feel worthless and small. “

    “He would not acknowledge me as his girlfriend in public for years, and when he finally did, he would insult me in front of his friends and berate me nonstop. I have no qualms in saying that given his treatment of me, I chose to have affairs, which are essentially defined as a search for someone who would care for me and love me,” the former Bollywood actress wrote.

    Somy Ali further explained what happened between her and Salman Khan. She accused the Tiger 3 actor of alleged acts of misogyny and woman beating. “Someone who would not insult me and would actually be nice to me. Unfortunately, I was unaware that these men were simply using me and I was building a future with each affair while I was simply being used. When Salman learned of these affairs he had the guts to after beating me saying that I am a man and only men can cheat not women. I was aghast at that statement and the s*xism that reeked from it. Let’s not forget that just because Salman or anyone else is nice to you, they are the same as others. I had it the worst in terms of verbal, s*xual, and physical abuse,” she said.

    She also spoke up about the reason: “What took you so long to come out and talk about what you went through with Salman?” The former actress said, “This is not breaking news by any means. Rummage through any tabloid or a film magazine from the early 90s to 1999 and you will read articles about Somy being physically abused by Salman.”

  • ‘Imrani tolay ki jaali popularity aglay 3 mahinay mein apnay anjaam ko pohanchegi’: Rana Sanaullah

    ‘Imrani tolay ki jaali popularity aglay 3 mahinay mein apnay anjaam ko pohanchegi’: Rana Sanaullah

    Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah in a press conference today predicted that the popularity of the “Imrani tola [Memebers of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)]” will finish within the coming three months.

    Calling the PTI’s popularity fake, the minister said, “Government is trying to bring the country out of the economic crunch PTI left it in, and the fake popularity narrative that PTI claims to have will be shattered in a matter of three months.”

    Speaking about the Geneva Conference, Rana Sanaullah said that the world stands with Pakistan on the appeal of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, adding that Pakistan’s expectations have been fulfilled with the world helping the country beyond expectations.

    Declaring Chief Minister (CM) Punjab Pervaiz Elahi and PTI Chairman Imran Khan responsible for the dollar hike, he said that these people bought dollars and smuggled them abroad.