Tag: actress

  • Ismat Zaidi criticizes newcomers for lack of respect towards seniors

    Ismat Zaidi criticizes newcomers for lack of respect towards seniors

    Ismat Zaidi, a seasoned actress in the drama industry, has contributed to numerous remarkable projects throughout her extensive career. Even today, she continues to excel in her roles in various dramas. As a guest on Ghazal Siddique’s podcast, she highlighted essential changes required within the industry to foster a more positive environment.

    She said, “There should be a criteria for what an artist with so much experience deserves. Many times, the production is paying so much money to an actor who may have started two years ago and ignore the rights of senior artists. I have had these bad experiences in the productions of actors who should have known better.”

    Ismat also shared details about bad experiences with new directors. “There was one director who misbehaved and insulted me in front of everyone. I was extremely disappointed,” she lamented.
    She stressed the significance of mutual respect and kindness in the workplace, urging directors to treat artists with dignity and empathy.

  • Maryam Nafees will not work with Khalil Ur- Rehman Qamar

    Maryam Nafees will not work with Khalil Ur- Rehman Qamar

    Actress Maryam Nafees recently took the decision of not working with controversial script writer Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar. “I won’t work on any TV drama written by Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar,” she said, explaining her choice on a TV show. “It’s because of different beliefs, not because Qamar isn’t talented. I wants to work on projects that match my values.”

    She’s worried about how Qamar shows women in his dramas, even though she respects his skills. Nafees wants to support women’s rights and feels she can’t do that by working with him.

    Qamar has often picked fights with actresses and female analysts over his misogynistic comments. Actress and former supermodel Iffat Umar recently refused to engage with him, criticizing Qamar for his narrow-mindedness and bitterness. This confrontation reflects mounting industry frustration with Qamar’s controversial remarks and treatment of women. In a TV appearance, Qamar dismissed Miss Pakistan 2022 winner Sana Hayat’s experiences, sparking further debate about gender equality and respect in the entertainment industry. Women are hesitant to work with him because they believe his beliefs and comments harm women’s progress and representation in the industry.

  • Srha Asgr discloses that a senior actress told her to get fillers treatment for ‘lines’ on her face

    Srha Asgr discloses that a senior actress told her to get fillers treatment for ‘lines’ on her face

    Srha Asgr is shining as Hajra in the drama ‘Akhara’ and is stepping into hosting too. But the actress and model had an encounter that sounds quite weird.
    As a guest on Ayaz Samoo’s show, Srha shared a disturbing interaction with a senior actress. While shooting in Lahore, Srha preferred keeping to herself on set. However, on the final day, the senior actress approached her and gave her highly inappropriate advice, leaving Srha shocked.

    The senior artist said, “You should get botox on your forehead as you are getting lines there.”
    Srha responded, “I was shocked as the actress started out by saying that she watched my dramas and she noticed the lines on my forehead.” Despite the unwanted advice, Srha firmly rejected it.

  • Nora Fatehi says early days in Bollywood were ‘painful’

    Nora Fatehi says early days in Bollywood were ‘painful’

    Nora Fatehi, the Canadian-born Bollywood actress and dancer who has shot to fame, reflected on her early days and struggles in Bollywood, describing them as “painful”.
    During a recent interview, Nora discussed the efforts she made to establish herself in the industry, and the challenges she faced during her initial days in India.

    “When I arrived in India, I had only 5,000 rupees, and at that time, I had no idea what 1,000 dollars meant. I used to live in an apartment with nine mentally ill girls, two of whom I shared a room with.”
    She alleged that the agencies through whom she wanted to enter the showbiz world were also involved in her harassment.
    “While living with nine girls in an apartment, I used to question myself about the difficult situation I had put myself in. Even today, those initial dreadful days still shock me,” she recalled.

    “In the beginning, talent hunting agencies made me work more and paid me less. I survived for a long time on just one egg and bread. It was one of the most difficult times for me. I also needed treatment after moving to India, but I did not have enough money to go to a good hospital for my treatment.”

  • Sana Nawaz talks about divorce, life as a single mother

    Sana Nawaz talks about divorce, life as a single mother

    Sana Nawaz gained fame in the nineties through her outstanding performances in Pakistani films. Recently, the actress appeared in the FHM Podcast where she discussed her divorce and life afterwards.

    “People should be appreciative and empathetic towards single mothers because they go through a lot. They should not be judged because they face many societal pressures,” she remarked. “I know many of you say that they are actors, life may be easy for them but still there are many single mothers like me who are privileged and have house help and money, but even then those ladies suffer under the same pressures.”
    She recounted meeting a girl on the Express TV drama set who was playing a minor role in the series. The girl told Sana, “Nobody at home cares about me. One of my parents passed away, the other is sick, and my brother has left home. Nobody seems to be concerned about me.”

  • Video of Mahira Khan meeting emotional fan goes viral

    Video of Mahira Khan meeting emotional fan goes viral

    The video showing a fan meeting the famous actress Mahira Khan with great excitement is spreading rapidly on social media. During the encounter, the fan holds Mahira Khan’s hand and eagerly asks to take a selfie together.
    They express their admiration for Mahira Khan’s patience during the meeting. Social media users are praising Mahira Khan for staying calm. The fan shares their excitement, stating that meeting Mahira Khan was their dream come true. They express their admiration, saying, “I am your fan, and you are my Mahira.”

  • Who earns more money? Hiba Bukhari, Arez Ahmed disclose details

    Who earns more money? Hiba Bukhari, Arez Ahmed disclose details

    Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed, a much-loved couple, are excelling in their careers while also valuing love and respect for each other and their families. Hiba is now one of Pakistan’s top actresses, with Arez always there to support her in her journey and work.

    They both appeared as guests on the television programme Shan-e-Suhoor and disclosed how marriage has transformed them. Hiba shared that Arez has become calmer, more responsible, and more focused on family since tying the knot.
    The host asked who is better at saving money and Hiba said, “I save more”. Arez said, “Hiba saves more because she earns more. Hiba earns more than me, but I’m not insecure about it. I’m proud of my wife.”

  • Fiza Ali becomes emotional talking about the loss of her mother

    Fiza Ali becomes emotional talking about the loss of her mother

    Fiza Ali is so composed while acting, singing and hosting that it becomes difficult to remember that she is just as vulnerable as anyone of us when it comes to grief and loss.

    Fiza and Faraal appeared as guests on Wasi Shah’s show, where Fiza opened up about the losses she has experienced in life. Raised by a single parent, she saw her mother face numerous challenges to bring her up. The host asked what she misses most about her mom.

    Fiza Ali said, “I miss my mother the most. When my mother cried, I felt like hitting myself. She used to tell me, ‘It’s just a small injury, don’t cry.’ But I can’t help but cry. The kind of crying I need to do is in front of my mother. I miss her so much that I wish she was standing in front of me, and before I could express love or affection, I would cry for my mother first. I miss her a lot. What I couldn’t do, I need to do now by shedding tears over my mother’s complaints. That’s when I find comfort, by feeling close to my mother and crying.”

  • Haroon Shahid reveals Mahira’s role in ‘Verna’ was first offered to this Bollywood actress

    Haroon Shahid reveals Mahira’s role in ‘Verna’ was first offered to this Bollywood actress

    Haroon Shahid was on the show ‘Life Green Hai’ where he surprised everyone by saying that a well-known Bollywood actress was first chosen to play Sara in the movie ‘Verna’, which is about women’s rights.

    During the show, the musician and actor revealed that Bollywood sensation Kareena Kapoor was initially cast to portray the female protagonist. However, she withdrew from the project due to her marriage to Saif Ali Khan and impending motherhood. Consequently, Mahira Khan assumed the role of the leading lady.

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  • Actress Bushra Ansari doesn’t like new TV show names

    Actress Bushra Ansari doesn’t like new TV show names

    Senior actress Bushra Ansari isn’t happy with the names of today’s TV dramas. A video of her sharing her dislike for the titles is doing the rounds on the internet.

    @galaxylollywood Bushra Ansari talks about the lack of thought and effort that’s put into naming dramas in today’s age, as compared to the olden days. #BushraAnsari #GalaxyLollywood #foryou #fyp ♬ original sound – Galaxy Lollywood

    “When shows were doing well, names mattered a lot. They chose titles carefully, thinking about the characters and the mood of the show,” she said.
    Ansari then opines that show titles nowadays are weird and don’t match the stories, citing ‘Kalmohi’ and ‘Badnaseeb’ as examples.

    “The names of dramas don’t seem to have anything to do with the story,” she commented.