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  • Throwback Video: Anu Malik slaps himself multiple times during bizarre audition

    Throwback Video: Anu Malik slaps himself multiple times during bizarre audition

    Indian music composer, Anu Malik slapped himself multiple times during an audition of the music reality show, Indian Idol 11.

    The video shows Malik slapping himself multiple times expressing his displeasure during an audition. A contestant left Malik and other judges,  Neha Kakkar and Vishal Daldani in shock with his off-key singing.

     While Anu slapped himself, Neha was in splits and Vishal put his hand on his head and gasped. The contestant stopped to drink water as he sang, Bulleya from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil loudly.

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    “Pani piyo! Jaise sur utar aaya hai gale se, pani bhi utrega (Drink water! The way melody disappeared down your throat, the water will too),” Anu told him.

    The contestant continued singing and then Malik began to slap himself hard.

    Several years ago, the music director also slapped himself during Neha’s audition on Indian Idol.

    Neha can be heard saying, “Arre, lag jayegi (You will hurt yourself). He is hitting himself.”

    A decade ago, the music director also slapped himself during Neha’s audition on Indian Idol.

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  • Father’s Day gift ideas within Rs 3,000

    Father’s day is on 20th June, Sunday. While we don’t really need a day to appreciate our fathers but it is that one day when we all can make him feel pampered. We all are planning something special for our fathers even with the ongoing pandemic.

    The Current has listed a few things that you can order online and that are also light on your pockets.

    Perfume:

    You can order GENEROUS fragrance to your father from J.

    Beard Kit

    You can gift this beard kit to your fathers WB by Hemani in 1200.

    Kurta

    This Kurta by Gul Ahmed which you can buy on sale in 2,636 can surely make your father feel special.

    Black Leather Wallet

    You can never go wrong with a black leather wallet, and this one by Uniworth in only Rs 1,516 can be a perfect choice for you to gift your father.

    Waist Coat

    This pocket friendly waist coat can be a special gift for your father, which you can order online from Zellbury in 2,490 only.

  • PM admires injured traffic cop for his dedication

    PM admires injured traffic cop for his dedication

    Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday appreciated an Islamabad traffic police officer, Qaiser Shakeel, for performing his duties despite sustaining injuries.

    The police officer, according to the Prime Minister Office (PMO), had sustained injuries on June 9 but he reported to work on June 11, after taking only two days off.  

    “Such actions uplift the image of the police when one man decides to serve the people with dedication, and that is why I especially called you to the PM Office,” the premier said as he spoke to Shakeel.

    Shakeel said he performs his duty with dedication and vowed that to continue performing his duties for the masses. 

    “If my prime minister can work for the people 24/7, then why can’t I,” he said. 

  • 10 Glorious Years of Mahira Khan: 8 best performances of the reigning queen

    Mahira Khan is the numero-uno female superstar of Pakistan with international projects, endorsements and awards in her kitty. The actress has given some impeccable performances in the mediums of films and television. The actress debuted in June 2011 with Bol, followed by her television debut with Neeyat in the same month. Mahira completes ten years in the industry this month.

    Here’s a look at Mahira’s best acting performances over the years:

    BOL:

    The movie was directed by Shoaib Mansoor, and Mahira played the role of a young girl Ayesha Khan, hailing from an ultra conservative family from walled city of Lahore, trying to fulfil her dream of being a singer.

    Shehr-e-Zaat

    Shehr-e-Zaat is Mahira’s finest television performance till date, penned by Umera Ahmad, it revolved around the concept of love and spirituality. Mahira played the role of Falak, with great ease and emoted perfectly.

    Humsafar

    Humsafar is the drama which rose Mahira Khan to superstardom. Mahira played the role of Khirad opposite Fawad Khan, and their chemistry still remains amongst the finest we have seen in local television ever since.

    Bin Roye

    Bin Roye was released in 2015, The movie was later adapted into the television series with the same name. Mahira in the movie proved herself successful and versatile performer. She performed a certain breakdown scene with maturity.

    Raees

    Mahira made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan, with movie Raees in 2017, she played the role of Shah’s onscreen wife. The movie was a crime thriller, she showed her range as a diverse actress.

    Verna

    Mahira played the role of a rape survivor with sheer brilliance, despite the film’s mixed reviews, the actress got rave reviews for her performance in this Shoaib Mansoor directorial.

    Sadqay Tumharay

    Written by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, Mahira essayed the role of Shano with effortless charm, giving her layered character the required balance of expressions.

    Superstar

    Mahira didn’t just perform well in this film, she danced like never before and proved why she is the reigning queen of Pakistani cinema.

  • ‘We do not use the Sindh card’: PPP responds to Fawad Chaudhry

    ‘We do not use the Sindh card’: PPP responds to Fawad Chaudhry

    In a hard-hitting press conference at the Governor House in Karachi, Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry took a jibe at the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto and the Sindh cabinet, blaming them for stealing Sindh’s water.

     Fawad said Punjab was not stealing Sindh’s water but Bilawal and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and the provincial cabinet were guilty of the crime. 

    “The water never runs short when it comes to Zardari and his sister’s lands,” added Chaudhry. He said the Centre had increased the share for provinces in the federal budget and that Sindh would receive more than Rs750bn according to the National Finance Commission (NFC) award. 

    “If so much money is coming in (each year), where is it going?” he asked. “They [Sindh government] were unable to create a [competent] police force in the city. They have to seek help from the Sindh Rangers every time,” added the minister. 

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    Turning his guns towards the PPP leadership, Chaudhry accused Zardari of limiting the chief minister and provincial assembly’s role. 

    “All decisions are taken by the Zardari family,” he said. “They appoint one person as a rubberstamp chief minister. The Zardari family runs the chief minister in accordance with their wishes,” added Chaudhry. 

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    Sindh Minister for Information Nasir Hussain Shah responded at length to the allegations by Fawad Chaudhry against the Sindh government.

    Shah claimed that Chaudhry used to conspire against Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar and now he is making statements against Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah based on “utter lies”.

    “Murad Ali Shah has never done the kind of politics that he has been accused of. We do not use the Sindh card, rather we advocate for the Pakistan card,” Nasir said.

    Nasir Hussain Shah added it was rather unfortunate that Chaudhry spoke out against the Sindh police, who have made countless sacrifices in ensuring law and order.

    “Who do you think thwarted the attack on the stock exchange which had foreign intervention?” he asked. “We have a lot of respect for the Rangers and they have supported us a lot but the sacrifices made by Sindh Police have ensured our success.”

    Shah said this propaganda that Sindh is not delivering is baseless. The reality, he said, is that the Sindh government is a thorn in the government’s side. “They themselves say that Sindh is not theirs. And they cannot digest the fact that the chief minister is performing.”

  • Man beats wife for spending money without permission

    Man beats wife for spending money without permission

    A Gujranwala resident, identified as Usman Arshad cruelly beat his wife for spending money without his permission, in front of his children and maid who tried to stop him but he continued beating her.

    A First Information Report (FIR) was registered against him by his wife and it stated that the incident took place on June 10 in Gujranwala’s DC Colony area, reported Geo News.

    While the suspect has been under arrest on the charges of domestic violence.

    Further reports reveal that CCTV footage has also been found by the Polic that can be used as an important evidence against the accused. The man is also suspected to have an affair.

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    Domestic violence cases are increasing gradually in the country. Last year, Government officials reported a 25% increase in domestic violence incidents during the lockdown across the eastern Punjab province.

    Meanwhile, the federal government has launched the app ‘Helpline 1099’ to report domestic violence or one can simply call at 1099.

  • Hasan Ali’s personal issue resolved, available for rest of PSL 2021

    Hasan Ali’s personal issue resolved, available for rest of PSL 2021

    Islamabad United have received a boost in their challenge for the PSL title this season with the news that fast bowler Hasan Ali will, after all, be available for the rest of their campaign. Ali was due to fly back on Sunday evening to attend to a personal family situation in Pakistan but decided against it after the matter was resolved.

    “I was going through a personal family issue, which has been resolved thanks to my wonderful wife,” Ali said in a statement. “She assured me she will take care of it and wants me to concentrate on my cricket and my career. Hats off to such a wonderful partner. She has always stood by me through the hardest times and after consulting with her, I have decided to stay on with Islamabad United for the remainder of the PSL 6.”

    Two-time winners United moved to the top of the table on Sunday evening after a convincing win over Lahore Qalandars. United were 20 for 5 at one point before recovering to 152 for 7, thanks to 75 from Asif Ali and 49 from Iftikhar Ahmed. Their bowlers then blew apart Qalandars as Musa Khan, Shadab Khan and Fawad Ahmed induced a collapse from 86 for 2 to 100 for 9.

    Despite missing a game, Ali is United’s top wicket-taker this season – and fifth in the league – with 10 wickets. His PSL returns have been in line with his performances since he returned to cricket this season after a series of injuries derailed his career.

    Since Ali didn’t leave the bubble, he will not need to re-enter and undergo quarantine. United are scheduled to face defending champions Karachi Kings on Monday.

  • Ten Indian actors who worked in Pakistani films

    Ten Indian actors who worked in Pakistani films

    India and Pakistan have shared tumultuous equations over the years with things often getting out of hands in terms of politics and border feuds. However, the two neighbouring nations have indulged in a cultural exchange at several junctions and that does help the artists of both the nations to bridge the gap between Indo-Pak.

    Here’s a list of Indian actors who have done work in Lollywood, the Pakistani film industry:

    Om Puri

    The late actor has done a film in Pakistan. He was seen in Actor in Law. His appearance in Pakistani film garnered him critical acclaim from local critics. He was an ambassador of peace.

    Arbaaz Khan

    Godfather is a Pakistani Urdu film directed by Hriday Shetty released across theaters in Pakistan in 2007. The cast had both Indian and Pakistani actors, including Arbaaz Khan in a pivotal role.

    Naseeruddin Shah

    Legendary actor has done Khuda Ke Liye in 2007 and another film in 2013, Zinda Bhaag.

    Neha Dhupia

    The popular model turned actress Neha Dhupia did an item song in the Lollywood film Kabhi Pyaar Na Karna.

    Shweta Tiwari

    The Kasautii Zindagi Kay star, shweta Tiwari has done a Pakistani film. She was casted in the film Sultanat that flopped.

    Kirron Kher

    Kirron Kher did a film called Kamosh Pani in 2003 which won several international awards.

    Amrita Arora

    In an Indo-Pak collaboration Amrita was seen in the film Godfather, a remake of the famous Hollywood film.

    Vinod Khanna

    Veteran Indian actor Vinod Khanna appeared for the first time on the Pakistani cinema screen in Godfather. The film was distributed nationwide by ARY Digital.

    Johnny Lever

    The popular Indian comedian, Johny Lever has done a Pakistani film Love Mein Ghum

    Arya Babbar

    Son of Raj Babbar, Arya has also worked in a Pakistani film Virsa opposite Mehreen Raheel.

  • ‘Getting physical can never be justified’: Yashma Gill gives anger management tips to Firdous Awan

    ‘Getting physical can never be justified’: Yashma Gill gives anger management tips to Firdous Awan

    Actress Yashma Gill is currently working in multiple drama projects, her latest outing being ARY’s Azmaish opposite Fahad Sheikh and Kinza Hashmi. Yashma made an appearance on Geo’s Jashan-e-Cricket hosted by Shahzad Iqbal and during a segment of the show, she gave anger management advise to Firdaus Ashiq Awan post her tussle with PPP MNA Qadir Khan Mandokhel.

    The Alif actress stated that getting physical in a tussle can never be justified no matter what the circumstances are. She further suggests some anger management tips to Special Assistant to the Punjab Chief Minister Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan that whenever she is angry, she should take a pause and a deep breath before reacting in anger. She also adds that one shouldn’t make a promise in happiness and at the same time shouldn’t make a decision in anger.

    Yashma made sure she mentions that Firdaus was triggered but still her actions aren’t justified.

  • VIDEO: Irked elephant destroys wedding, forces groom to run away

    VIDEO: Irked elephant destroys wedding, forces groom to run away

    An elephant has damaged the venue and four cars at a wedding ceremony after getting irked by the sound of crackers in India’s Uttar Pradesh.

    As per reports, the incident happened on Friday night when the groom named Anand Tripathi reached the wedding venue with an elephant.

    A video from the wedding recently went viral on social media that shows the groom arriving at his wedding venue, sitting in a carriage decorated with neon lights. The barat also included an elephant and some horses. The elephant then started destroying the venue and everything that came in its way because it was irked by the sound of the crackers.

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    The groom fled away from the scene after the destruction made by the elephant.

    Later, a team comprising officials from the forest department and police was called for help who then managed to control the elephant.