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  • Turkish star Celal Al visits Pakistan to help flood victims, sets an example

    Turkish star Celal Al visits Pakistan to help flood victims, sets an example

    Turkish actor Celal Al, who portrayed Abdurrahman Alp in Dirilis: Ertugrul, had landed in Karachi “without any invitation” to extend a helping hand to the people affected by the devastating floods.

    By texting “Pakistan” to 2868, the Turkish actor has urged his supporters to donate to flood victims in Pakistan via the Turkish Red Crescent as nearly 40 million people are affected by floods and over 1,000 died.

    On Monday, Celal posted a video of himself in Karachi speaking to his followers about the flooding in Pakistan and how he and the Red Crescent crew are working on the ground to assist those affected.

    “Pakistan, Karachi. We are taking your [donations] to the affected people. You can also help by texting Pakistan [to] 2868,” he wrote.

    As of Monday the floodwaters flowing from Manchar Lake continued to wreak havoc in Dadu district as another village, Mian Yaar Mohammad Kalhoro, was also submerged, with officials warning that more villages were facing a threat of inundation.

    The Ertugrul star spent heartwarming moments with the the flood victims, especially children.

    Celal has set a trailblazing example for other international celebrities to help the flood victims in Pakistan.

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    The actor first visited Pakistan early last year, winning hearts of many with his charitable work for the people of Pakistan through the Omair-Sana Foundation (OSF) and Children’s Hospital Karachi. He also appreciated the scenic beauty of Islamabad.

    During his visit, he also met Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed. His visit brought a gift for fans — the first ever Pak-Turk collaboration for a TV show.

    Earlier this year, Celal sang Junaid Jamshed’s iconic Dil Dil Pakistan with Imran Abbas. Abbas shared a video of the two jamming the song with the caption: “May this brotherhood between Pakistan and Turkey stay forever.”

    Commenting under Abbas’ post, the Turkish Actor wrote: “Dil Dil Pakistan“.

  • Imran Abbas visits the set of ‘Kuruluş: Osman’ in Turkey

    After Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry, Imran Abbas is the latest Pakistani to visit the set of superhit Turkish drama Diriliş: Ertuğrul and Kuruluş: Osman in Turkey.

    Taking to Instagram, the Khuda Aur Mohabbat star shared posted the photos with Turkish star Celal AL, who portrays the role of Abdur Rehman in Diriliş: Ertuğrul, and producer of Kuruluş: Osman.

    Celal also presented him with a flag of the Kayi tribe. Thanking them, Abbas wrote: “Thank you, Celal Al and Ozcan Ayma, for presenting me this handmade flag and showing me around the sets of Ertugrul Ghazi and Kuruluş: Osman.”

    Last week, Imran posted a video of himself and Celal jamming to the late Junaid Jamshed’s popular song Dil Dil Pakistan.

    Celal also hosted Pakistani actors Reema Khan, Sadia Khan, Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed in Turkey last month.

    Earlier, Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry visited Turkey on a trip with his family. He also visited the sets of Kuruluş: Osman where he interacted with the actors of the Turkish historical series.

  • Imran Abbas reveals who he admires the most in the industry

    Imran Abbas has revealed who he “admires and respects the most” in the industry.

    Read more – When Aamir Khan hosted Humayun Saeed in Mumbai

    Sharing a picture of himself with Humayun Saeed from a recent trip to Turkey, Imran wrote: “Someone I respect, love and admire the most in our industry, mera bhai.”

    Commenting under Imran’s post, Ayeza wrote: “You two are my favourites. Amazing human beings.”

    “It’s an honour for me to work with such brilliant actors with the best heart,” she added.

    Responding to Ayeza’s comment, Abbas also praised the actress calling her “a gem of a person”.

    Earlier, Imran also shared a picture of himself with Turkish actor, Celal AL who played the character of Abdul Rehman Alp in Diriliş: Ertuğrul. Pakistani and Turkish actors have been spotted bonding in recent times.

    Meanwhile, Humayun is in Turkey to work on Pakistan and Turkey’s joint production Turki Lala. The Pakistani delegation comprising of Humayun, Adnan Siddiqui, Humayun Saeed, producers Dr Kashif Ansari of Ansari Films and Dr Junaid Ali Shah met senior ministers in the Turkish government and discussed the upcoming series.

    Turki Lala is expected to go on floors soon. The plot of the upcoming venture is based on “Turki Lala who is considered to be one of the most glorious Muslim nationalists to have assisted Turkey during the Balkan War and World War I.”

  • IN PICTURES: Celal Al welcomes Humayun, Adnan and Reema to Turkey

    IN PICTURES: Celal Al welcomes Humayun, Adnan and Reema to Turkey

    Turkish actor Celal Al on Sunday welcomed Pakistani actors Humayun Saeed, Reema Khan, Sadia Khan and Adnan Siddiqui in Turkey.

    Sharing a picture of Pakistani celebrities enjoying their meals together in his Instagram stories, Celal wrote: “Adnan, Humayun, Reema and Sadia welcome to Istanbul. Turkey-Pakistan brotherhood zindabad.”

    Earlier, Humayun Saeed and Adnan Siddiqui left their fans excited when they informed them of their visit to Turkey.

    Reema also shared a picture with the production team of Diriliş: Ertuğrul on her Instagram account.

    Later Reema shared some fascinating pictures and video of their tour to Hagia Sophia Mosque. Posting a video on Instagram, she also shared the history of this Mosque and wrote: “The world-famous Hagia Sophia mosque ( Which has converted into museum also in Istanbul. A world Heritage site, was originally built as a cathedral around 1,500 years ago by the Bazantine Empire.”

    She also shared some pictures of the meetup with Kamal Tekdin, the famous series’ executive producer and other participants.

    Adnan Siddiqui also took to Instagram and shared a video of their tour. Sharing how he felt, the actor wrote: “It was spellbinding to offer prayer at the iconic Hagia Sophia Holy Grand Mosque. It is grand in ever sense of the word—history, beauty, political significance.”

    “A little lesson in history for those who may not be aware. The world-famous Hagia Sophia museum in Istanbul, also a UNESCO World Heritage site, was originally built as a cathedral around 1500 years ago by the Byzantine empire. The architectural marvel was converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest in 1453. In 1934, it became a museum,” he added.

    “Only in July last year, it became a mosque again and opened for prayer and worship,” he wrote.

    Earlier this year, a Turkish delegation comprising Diriliş: Ertuğrul executive producer Tekdin and actor Celal visited Pakistan where they met Prime Minister Imran Khan, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz, Shehryar Afridi, Humayun and Adnan. It was reported that the two countries are working together on a joint production to strengthen ties and people-to-people contact. This tour of Pakistani celebrities to Turkey depicts that something very interesting is coming our way.

  • Humayun Saeed is ‘thrilled’ to be bringing the ‘biggest project ever’

    Humayun Saeed is ‘thrilled’ to be bringing the ‘biggest project ever’

    A Turkish delegation comprising of Diriliş: Ertuğrul executive producer Kamal Tekdin and actor Celal Al recently visited Pakistan where they met Prime Minister Imran Khan, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz, Shehryar Afridi, Humayun Saeed and Adnan Siddiqui. According to details, the two countries are working together on a joint production to strengthen ties and people-to-people contact.

    Sharing pictures from their visit on social media, Humayun wrote that “it was an absolute pleasure to host our Turkish guests”, adding that he and his “friend Adnan Siddiqui are absolutely thrilled to be bringing to you the biggest project ever in collaboration with Kashif Bhai and our Turkish brothers.”

    The Jawani Phir Nahi Ani actor then thanked the authorities responsible for making this collaboration possible.

    “I would like to especially thank Prime Minister Imran Khan, President Arif Alvi as well as our esteemed ministers Mr Shibli Faraz and Mr Shehryar Afridi who have pledged their full support in bringing this historic project to life.”

    Saeed reinstated that the upcoming venture “will be shot in and feature actors from both countries.”

    “Here’s to the beginning of a new chapter in Pak-Turkey friendship,” he concluded.

    According to a press release by the PM’s office, the meeting between the two parties discussed in detail the proposed television series being created in collaboration between Pakistan and Turkey on the Khilafat Movement among other future projects and the lost glory of the Pakistani entertainment industry.

    PM Khan, during the meeting, emphasized on showcasing the golden era of Muslims’ Rule in the subcontinent in dramas and films to apprise the youth about that golden age and to foil negative propaganda and designs.

    The PM said that the Pakistani film and drama industry needed to work for the promotion of local culture to apprise western-influenced youth of their indigenous values and to protect them from social evils, adding that the Pakistani film and drama industry will flourish by producing quality content. This will also provide a substitute for the superficial and glamourized broadcast content to the youth.

    Meanwhile, producer Tekdin said that the Turkish team is very happy over Pakistan’s cooperation in this project, which will highlight cultural commonalities between the two countries.

    The Prime Minister assured the Turkish team that his government will provide full cooperation in this regard.

    Meanwhile, Diriliş: Ertuğrul’s Nurettin Sönmez (Bamsı Beyrek) and Ayberk Pekcan (Artuk Bey) also arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday along with a 20-member delegation including Turkey’s Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.

  • Feroze Khan thanks Celal AL for love, priceless gifts

    Feroze Khan thanks Celal AL for love, priceless gifts

    Feroze Khan has thanked Diriliş: Ertuğrul star Celal AL for all the love and “priceless gifts” he brought for him on his visit to Karachi.

    “Thank you, Jalal for the priceless gifts you’ve brought me and love that I can’t thank [you] enough for,” wrote Feroze alongside a picture of the two.

    “Great to have Celal AL here in Pakistan,” he wrote further, requesting his fans to shower love on the Turkish star.

    Responding to Feroze’s post, Celal said: “The gift that I gave you is more than a gift. You deserve it.”

    “I bring the relic that is already yours from Istanbul, which is 5000 km far from here,” added Celal. “InshAllah you will serve much more to humanity, Islam, culture, art, and Turkey-Pakistan people.”

    The two also appeared to have enjoyed a hearty breakfast during their meeting.

    Meanwhile, Celal, during his visit also met several other Pakistani celebrities including Adnan Siddiqui, Humayun Saeed, and Imran Abbas. Adnan and Humayun hosted a dinner for him in Karachi also.

    Celal also met with Prime Minister Imran Khan and donated blood for children with thalassemia during his visit to Pakistan.

  • Ertuğrul’s Celal AL looks up to Quaid-e-Azam for inspiration

    Ertuğrul’s Celal AL looks up to Quaid-e-Azam for inspiration

    Celal AL who plays Abdul Rehman Alp in Diriliş: Ertuğrul is currently touring Pakistan as part of a Turkish delegation. So far, the actor and his team has been welcomed by Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed, had a meeting with Prime Minister Imran Khan and also enjoyed a delightful dinner in Islamabad. The dinner, which was hosted by The Legend of Maula Jutt producer Ammara Hikmat saw several Pakistani celebrities including Imran Abbas, Faisal Qureshi, Ahmad Ali Akhbar, Yasir Jaswal, Adnan and Humayun in attendance.

    Celal later also explored Islamabad, calling it a “very beautiful city”.

    Posting a picture of himself with Quaid-e-Azam’s portrait, the actor called the Founder of the Nation an inspiration.

    “One [of] the hero that I am inspired by. Faithful, True Muslim, Great Leader and Turkish Friend,” wrote AL in the caption. “May he rest in peace.”

    Celal AL also expressed his love for Pakistan by posting a picture of himself with the Pakistan’s flag while wearing the Turkish’s flag as a mask.

    In his caption the Turkish actor referred to Kashmir as a part of Pakistan.

    “Your elder brother has come with red crescent and star,” said Celal. “I brought greetings and prayers from Türkiye. Kashmir is Pakistan!”

    After having a great time in Islamabad, Celal AL’s next stop was Karachi, where he caught up with Feroze Khan.

    Earlier, the actor had also praised Feroze and invited him to visit Turkey. He also brought many gifts for the Pakistani actor.

  • Ertuğrul delegation enjoys a delightful dinner in Islamabad

    Ertuğrul delegation enjoys a delightful dinner in Islamabad

    The team behind Diriliş: Ertuğrul, including Celal AL (who plays Abdur Rehman Alp) and producer of the Ottoman epic Kamal Tekdin, after being welcomed by Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed, enjoyed a delightful dinner in Islamabad on Thursday.

    The dinner, which was hosted by The Legend of Maula Jutt producer Ammara Hikmat saw several Pakistani celebrities including Imran Abbas, Faisal Qureshi, Ahmad Ali Akhbar, Yasir Jaswal, Adnan and Humayun in attendance.

    Pictures of the guests enjoying themselves were widely shared on social media.

    Earlier in the day, the delegation met with Adnan and Humayun, with whom Tekdin Films and TRT production have signed a deal with as partners. Adnan had earlier shared that the partnership will infuse freshness in Pakistani content. Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz and Chairman Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir Shehryar Afridi were also part of the meeting.

    Sharing pictures from the meeting, Adnan said that it didn’t feel like they were meeting Celal for the first time. He added that Celal says that he’s fallen in love with Pakistan and our hospitality.

    Later, the delegates also had a meeting with Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to a press release, the meeting discussed in detail the proposed television series being created in collaboration between Pakistan and Turkey on the Khilafat Movement among other future projects and the lost glory of the Pakistani entertainment industry.

    PM Khan, during the meeting, emphasized on showcasing the golden era of Muslims’ Rule in the subcontinent in dramas and films to apprise the youth about that golden age and to foil negative propaganda and designs.

    The PM said that the Pakistani film and drama industry needed to work for the promotion of local culture to apprise western-influenced youth of their indigenous values and to protect them from social evils, adding that the Pakistani film and drama industry will flourish by producing quality content. This will also provide a substitute for the superficial and glamourized broadcast content to the youth.

    Meanwhile, producer Tekdin said that the Turkish team is very happy over Pakistan’s cooperation in this project, which will highlight cultural commonalities between the two countries. He said it will also help strengthen people to people contact.

    The Prime Minister, while appreciating the project, assured the Turkish team that his government will provide full cooperation in this regard.

    Pakistan’s Turkish guest Celal is thoroughly enjoying his stay in Pakistan and prayed that the love and brotherhood between Turkey and Pakistan lives long.