Tag: actor

  • Why Zahid’s Ahmed initially said no to ‘Jaan Se Pyara Juni’

    Why Zahid’s Ahmed initially said no to ‘Jaan Se Pyara Juni’

    Actor and model Zahid Ahmed is currently working on two dramas titled ‘Jaan Se Pyara Juni’ on Hum TV and ‘Gentleman’ on Green TV.
    In an interview with VOA Urdu, he said, “I rejected the role of ‘Juni in Jaan Se Pyara’ several times. I like playing complex characters like the ones in ‘Besharam’ and ‘Ishq Zah e Naseeb’ because there’s a lot to discover. Roles like Juni are difficult because they’re very realistic, without any added drama. Even though I said no many times, director Meer Sikandar persuaded me to take on the challenge.”

    In ‘Jaan Se Puara Juni’ Zahid plays a very straightforward and simple role.The drama cast includes The Hira Mani, Mamya Shajaffar, Faiq Khan Faiza Hassan and Omer Shehzad.

  • Atif Aslam’s new song ‘Tumhari Chup’ rocks internet as ‘Gentleman’ drama premieres

    Atif Aslam’s new song ‘Tumhari Chup’ rocks internet as ‘Gentleman’ drama premieres

    Atif Aslam’s new song, ‘Tumhari Chup,’ for the upcoming drama ‘Gentleman,’ went viral on Sunday and within a few hours of its release, approximately one million people had viewed it on YouTube.

    With lyrics written by Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar, the song features Humayun Saeed and Yumna Zaidi in lead roles in Gentleman, the highly anticipated drama serial.
    Gentleman is produced by Next Level Entertainment, the project is led by Samina Humayun Saeed and Sana Shahnawaz.
    The screenplay has been creatively enhanced by controversial writer Khalil ur Rehman Qamar and Haissam Hussain is directing it.

  • From small roles to big dreams: Nausheen Shah reveals Imran Ashraf’s secret to stardom

    From small roles to big dreams: Nausheen Shah reveals Imran Ashraf’s secret to stardom

    Actress and model Nausheen Shah has talked about Imran Ashraf’s struggle from small roles to big success.
    A video clip of Nausheen Shah is doing the rounds on social media, where she praises Imran Ashraf’s remarkable acting and dedication to work.

    Reflecting on the past, she said that once Imran told her, “Aasha (Nausheen Shah), you’ve seen my tough times too when I wasn’t getting big roles, struggling to make a mark in the industry, and you advised me to stay strong in difficult times.”

    The actress said, “I learned something from Imran Ashraf at that time, which I have held onto till today.”
    She said that Imran once told her, “If I am not getting the big roles, I have decided that if someone doesn’t offer me big roles, then I will make the small roles big.”

    She also said that, “Imran Ashraf played the character Khwaja Sara so well that I became emotional.”

  • What is Azaan Sami Khan’s birthday wish for sister Medina?

    What is Azaan Sami Khan’s birthday wish for sister Medina?

    Actor Azaan Sami Khan, the son of singer Adnan Sami Khan, wished a happy a happy birthday to his younger half-sister, Medina.
    While writing on his Instagram, Azaan Sami Khan posted a picture with his younger sister to wish her a happy 7th birthday.
    He captioned, “Happy 7th Birthday! My baby sister, Lalas Jaan, had the best birthday ever. I love you so much!”
    He added, “P.S. Baba loves me more.”

    Azaan Sami Khan kept the comments turned off on the post.
    It’s important to remember that Azaan Sami Khan is the only child of singer-musician Adnan Sami and his first marriage, which lasted for three years, to veteran actor Zeba Bakhtiar.
    Whereas Medina is the younger and only daughter of the veteran singer’s third wife, Roya Sami Khan.

  • Actor Bernard Hill who played Theoden, King of Rohan in the Lord of the Rings trilogy dies at 79

    British actor Bernard Hill, best known for his supporting roles in Titanic and The Lord Of The Rings trilogy, died on Sunday aged 79, his agent announced.

    He played Captain Edward Smith in the Oscar-winning 1997 epic romance Titanic, and earned worldwide recognition playing Theoden, King of Rohan, in two of the three The Lord Of The Rings films directed by Peter Jackson.

    His agent Lou Coulson confirmed his death in the early hours of Sunday to British media outlets.

    Early in his career, Hill featured in the BBC’s 1982 acclaimed drama Boys from the Blackstuff, which won numerous awards and is still lauded as one of the finest examples of its genre from the era.

    He is set to return to television screens in series two of a contemporary BBC drama, The Responder, starring Martin Freeman, which begins airing in the UK later on Sunday.

  • Do actresses feel insecure because of Imran Abbas’ good looks?

    Do actresses feel insecure because of Imran Abbas’ good looks?

    Imran Abbas is recognized as not only one of Pakistan’s talented actors but also as one of its most handsome men.

    He recently appeared as a guest on Ramiz Raja’s show, where he addressed questions that intrigued everyone, including his continuous inclusion in the ‘World’s Most Handsome Men’ list from 2018 to 2021.

    “No, no, it’s just an expression, there’s nothing like that. All our heroines are very beautiful,” he said. When asked about the ongoing presence of Pakistanis in such lists, Imran Abbas said, “It still happens, but I believe its more of a gift from Allah. However, I would be happier when people say this person is good for something more than just looks.”

    Imran also discussed whether he believes that beauty is crucial for falling in love.
    He said “When you experience love, you perceive that person as the most beautiful in the world. You begin to believe that no one else can be more beautiful than that person,’ showing the profound impact of love.”

  • ‘People were standing outside just to welcome me’; Aamir Khan on Punjab’s hospitality during Dangal shoot

    ‘People were standing outside just to welcome me’; Aamir Khan on Punjab’s hospitality during Dangal shoot

    Bollywood’s perfectionist Aamir Khan is grateful for the hospitality of the people of Indian Punjab while he was shooting ‘Dangal’ in 2016. Aamir Khan attended the Great Indian Couple Show where he said that during his stay in a Punjab village, he was touched by the locals’ simple yet profound gestures of respect.

    Aamir Khan said, “When I went to Punjab for the shooting of ‘Rang De Basanti,’ I was overwhelmed by the immense love and warmth received from the locals.”

    The Bollywood actor said that during the shooting of ‘Dangal,’ they were in a small village in Punjab. “I observed that in the mornings, people would stand outside their homes and greet the team with folded hands, while in the evenings, they would bid farewell with kind words.”

    He said, “The people there never bothered me nor did they stand in front of my car, they just greeted from a distance, and this had a great impact on me.”

    Aamir khan said, “I belong to a Muslim family, so I was not folding hands and saying Namaste. I am used to raising my hand and bowing my head, the way Muslims greet each other.”

  • The Forever Father: why is Noor ul Hassan always playing dad roles?

    The Forever Father: why is Noor ul Hassan always playing dad roles?

    He’s the most loved father these days. Actor Noor ul Hassan plays the loving dad in dramas like ‘Ishq Murshid’ and ‘Khaie’ and has got everyone asking: Why the Papa?
    During an interview, he was asked a question about why he chose to play father roles while many of his fellow actors still played the hero.
    Hasan replied, “Can you believe it? I was only 28 when I started TV. Now I’m 52! Where did the time go?”

    “I like to keep things natural and don’t believe in dyeing my hair or getting fake hair. I prefer playing characters that suit my natural appearance, so I started taking up these roles,” he said.
    Hassan also spoke about the importance of the drama ‘Khaie’. “The drama has broken monotony, and it also ended up becoming Khalid Butt Sahab’s best work. Khaie showed the world that we can make Netflix-level projects, and we are not behind anyone when it comes to creativity.”

  • Naumaan Ijaz thinks Pakistani dramas destroying relationships; asks for ban

    Naumaan Ijaz thinks Pakistani dramas destroying relationships; asks for ban

    Naumaan Ijaz has delivered countless outstanding performances in popular Pakistani dramas.
    Recently, a clip from the show ‘Meer Means Business’ has been circulating online, featuring the actor discussing current Pakistani television dramas. In the clip, he expressed concerns about the serials destroying the importance of relationships and expressed a desire to ban them.

    “If I were in charge of the censor board, I’d ban all dramas because they ruin relationships. They disgrace relationships, and it’s sad that people don’t speak out against such negative content. The makers depict every relationship as evil, which influences society negatively. The drama ‘Nand’ gained popularity by portraying a sister-in-law as evil. I prefer dramas with moral lessons. Also, I personally censor certain dialogues.”

  • Hardly see any good acting on Pakistani TV anymore: Yasir Hussain

    Hardly see any good acting on Pakistani TV anymore: Yasir Hussain

    Yasir Hussain, a host, actor, comedian, and director, gained instant fame with his debut film ‘Karachi Say Lahore,’ his dramas and also marriage to Pakistan’s sweetheart Iqra Aziz.
    Recently, Hussain appeared on Iffat Omar’s YouTube show ‘Say It All with Iffat Omar.’ During the show, he shared his disappointment with today’s Pakistani TV creators and actors.

    Yasir Hussain, discussing TV show, said, “I hardly see good acting in Pakistani TV shows. I’m a big TV fan, watched a lot in my childhood. We grew up on shows like ‘Ankahi’, with actors like Shehnaz Sheikh, Javaid Sheikh, Saleem Nasir, and Qavi Khan. We haven’t seen anyone like Qavi Khan since. In India, they’ve had actors like Irfan Khan and Manoj Vajpai, who paved the way for stars like SRK, Salman Khan, and now Ranveer Singh. They create their own success.”

    Speaking about the roles he’s offered, he said, “I receive less roles because I decline many offers, so producers assume I’ll reject theirs too. Most drama makers don’t approach me because of this. I’m selective in my choices. However, if friends propose a role that interests me, I consider it. Additionally, I enjoy theater and film. Hosting also provides a good income.”

    Watch the video here: