Tag: editors-pick

  • Sadaf Kanwal thinks Mansha Pasha should go home

    Don’t know why but Sadaf Kanwal appears to hate Mansha Pasha.

    On a recent appearance on the talk show BOL Nights with Ahsan Khan, when the host Ahsan Khan asked Sadaf to name one person who shouldn’t be in the industry, Sadaf responded Mansha Pasha.

    When Ahsan expressed his shock and asked why, Sadaf replied, “Bas aisay hee.”

    Azfar then remarked that this is the rapid-fire segment and Ahsan is trying to make it into “an elaborated fire.”

    Ahsan then commented that Mansha is a very good actress. To this Sadaf responded, “I know, I’m also a very good actress.”

    Mansha being Mansha couldn’t resist hitting back at Sadaf.

    This is not the first time the two have feuded publically.

    Late last year, Mansha had taken to Twitter to comment that the women in the industry “need to step up and learn to speak better.” In case you didn’t know, Mansha was referring to Hira Mani (“From stole my husband from my best friend and cheated on my fiancee”), Sadaf Kanwal (“Jab Me Too hota hai ussi waqt kiyon nahi boltein”) and Momina Mustehsan (“Quotes from Uncle Ben and your friendly neighbourhood spider-man”).

    Sadaf hit back at Mansha by taking a dig at Pasha’s dressing style.

    In response to Sadaf, Mansha posted the following tweet:

    These two really need to sort out whatever issues they have.

    Model Saheefa Jabbar Khattak also jumped to Mansha’s defence and advised Sadaf to leave her “personal grudges and stupidity home.”

    Meanwhile, in the same episode, Azfar Rehman said that Yasir Hussain is an overrated actor.

    Time, these talk shows come up with better questions.

  • Pakistani dramas on our radar

    Pakistani dramas on our radar

    The Pakistani drama scene is currently very lit with new and interesting dramas hitting our TV screens. Here are the dramas that have caught our attention.

    Meray Paas Tum Ho

    Humayun Saeed, Ayeza Khan and Adnan Siddiqui’s latest blockbuster has an interesting storyline and the first three episodes have us hooked.

    Read The Current’s full review here.

    Khaas

    Sanam Baloch and Ali Rehman Khan’s Khaas focuses on the troubles of a married couple and highlights mental abuse in a relationship. It is safe to say that the drama’s storyline is fresh and realistic which makes you want to tune into it every week.

    Gul o Gulzar

    The drama’s plot focuses on the life of two opposite friends Gul and Gulzar. Saboor Aly who plays the cunning, manipulative Gul has given a brilliant performance and we can’t praise her enough.

    Bewafa

    Bewafa hasn’t hit the TV screens yet, but it is set to air from this Monday. From the teasers, we can tell that the drama will be a love triangle in which Ali Rehman Khan will have two wives.

    Kismat

    One episode down, Minal Khan’s latest drama on Hum TV seems typical but we think it’s going to be pretty masalaydaar. The first episode has crossed 1 million views already.

  • Shaniera Akram urges people to not visit Clifton Beach

    Shaniera Akram urges people to not visit Clifton Beach

    Shaniera Akram may have moved to Pakistan after she married cricket legend Wasim Akram, but she’s made a strong mark in the country, being a more responsible citizen than any of us. Shaniera is often seen working towards social causes be it for children, animals or for the environment. Shaniera has now used her voice to highlight the terrible condition of Karachi’s Clifton Beach.

    Taking to social media, Shaniera posted several pictures and videos of the beach littered with medical waste, syringes, and vials of blood, calling on authorities to close down the beach for the public until it is safe.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B175ug-go-2/

    “I have walked on Clifton beach every day for the last 4 years and I have never been scared until today. This beach needs to be shut down now,” Shaniera asserted.

    Shaniera urged Karachiites to abstain from visiting and cleaning the beach since it is hazardous for the people.

    Following Shaniera’s protest and outrage on Twitter, the Sindh Police took to social media to announce that the police have cordoned off the affected area and imposed Section 144.

    https://twitter.com/sindhpolicedmc/status/1168792851565731841?s=20
  • Nathiagali Weekend: Is Samundar Lake worth the hype?

    Nathiagali Weekend: Is Samundar Lake worth the hype?

    Breathtaking is what everyone is calling the new, open to the public, Samandar Lake. So when the Minai family decided to take a weekend trip from Islamabad to see the now-famous lake, they planned their day around it.

    The Minai family at Gali’s End, Nathiagali

    They stayed at Gali’s End, a renowned retreat at the end of Nathiagali. A trek up to the cottages, the view was the definition of breathtaking.

    Enjoying a cup of tea on a perfect summer day

    The rooms were decent, the view gorgeous. It was almost like living in a cottage in a European country and since it was a trek up, it is secluded from the rest of the small city. If anyone needs a break, its the place to go so you can get away from the world. The only con was that the bathrooms were older and had not been renovated.

    View from a room in Gali’s End

    A perfectly cloudy day, they took the 45 minute drive down to Barra Gali. Google Maps wasn’t as effective as expected, and they got lost, stumbling upon a beautiful stream to dip your feet in.

    • Beautiful stream near Nathiagali
    • Stand in the Stream

    They asked the locals around, where is this Samundar Katha lake? Don’t go there, said the locals. Your car won’t be able to take the drive down and it’s seriously not worth it. Not worth it? PTI Official’s pictures say otherwise.

    • PTI Official images of the lake
    • PTI Official images of the lake

    Ignoring their advice, they took their car down to the lake car park area where they were told they had to walk the rest of the way or take a Mehran to the lake. The locals were right. There wasn’t a set road so taking a normal Corolla would ruin the car. They paid a guy 1000 rupees to sit in the back of a Mehran and went to the lake that everyone was talking about and found:

    • View of the car park from the lake
    • Lake View

    Lots of cars, a small lake with boats and zip-lining. The boats didn’t make any sense. The lake was so small, you could only go round and round the lake and get seriously dizzy in the process. The zip-lining looked like fun but was such a short line, it didn’t hold much appeal either.

    Zip-lining at Samundar lake

    And the view? The stream they had stumbled upon was more beautiful – and free. On the way back to their car, they got stuck in a traffic jam.

    Not a great time.

    Bummed, they went to Nathiagali bazaar to the famous Taj Mahal restaurant for Patakha chicken. The fried whole chicken, with its perfect masala made the trip up North worth it.

    Patakha chicken at Taj Mahal restaurant

    So, will they go back again? To Nathiagali, yes. To Samundar Lake? Definitely not. They might have if it wasn’t so difficult to get there. The views along the way are a lot more beautiful but getting to the lake is 100 percent not worth the hassle.

  • NOI-Stir Fry Kitchen – The takeout Lahoris have been waiting for

    NOI-Stir Fry Kitchen – The takeout Lahoris have been waiting for

    We’ve all grown up watching Hollywood movies in which Chinese takeouts are the thing. And let’s be honest, we’ve all secretly wanted that. Though most Chinese and Pan Asian restaurants in Lahore offer takeaways and deliveries, they rarely offer single servings which is why you usually have to think twice before placing an order.

    Enter NOI-Stir Fry Kitchen – an Asian Stir Fry Kitchen which has been creating waves on social media and all the food groups. After reading some fabulous reviews on their dishes, I gave in to my temptation and placed an order. Considering their prices were also comparatively reasonable, I didn’t need any more convincing.

    From the 16 gravy options they have, I tried their Crispy Honey Sirachi, Sweet and Sour Manchurian, Mixed Mushrooms Teriyaki and Hot BBQ Shashlik and am happy to report that not one of them let me down.

    All dishes are single servings and come with a side of plain steamed Asian rice packaged in a paper carton. The food was delivered piping hot in small black plastic containers and it was good to see that their serving size was pretty good – it was more than enough for a person. The quantity of vegetables in each dish was also impressive and they were well-cooked.

    My favourite from the options has to be the Mixed Mushrooms Teriyaki and Sweet and Sour Manchurian. Most of us Pakistanis are used to eating saucy Manchurian which tastes like ketchup mixed with chicken. But Noi’s Manchurian was neither saucy nor ketchupy – it was just like the name suggested – perfectly balanced between sweet and sour. The Mixed Mushroom Teriyaki also had a similar flavour but with a stronger Ginger flavour. The mushrooms in this dish were delicious – they were better than anything else and I would order this dish for the mushroom alone next time.

    Meanwhile, the Crispy Honey Siracha was extremely spicy and literally puts your mouth on fire. What I didn’t like about it was how it was barely crispy and the taste of honey was hardly detectable.

    Mixed Mushroom Teriyaki, Sweet and Sour Manchurian

    Nonetheless, given the quantity, taste and price, Noi is highly recommended. Their kitchen is open 5:30 pm onwards till late night but they are usually sold out long before closing time. Best is to place your order ahead of time so that you don’t end up disappointed.

  • Three Pakistani women Mrs Khan would disapprove of

    Three Pakistani women Mrs Khan would disapprove of

    Ever since Mrs Khan made an appearance on a morning show, she has become quite famous. On the live show, Mrs Khan had said that rising divorces are due to women’s inability to bow down before their husbands and because they argue too much.

    While most Pakistani women have moved beyond the notion of the ideal “woman,” who Mrs Khan believes in, here are three Pakistani women she would disapprove of.

    Saba Qamar

    Saba Qamar has been turning heads and putting the ghairat brigade on fire with her latest photoshoot. Mrs Khan would certainly disapprove of her showing off her long legs and bare arms. Aur toh aur Saba has said, “I do a thing called what I want.”

    • Sorry Saba but ladies don’t sit like that
    https://www.instagram.com/p/B1qmlO3BPTX/

    Mehwish Hayat

    Another Pakistani woman who does what she wants. Mehwish is bold and daring and doesn’t shy away from anything – whether it is speaking her mind or dancing her heart out. And let’s not forget how lit her recent speeches and television appearances have been.

    Want? Want kya hota hai?

    Benazir Bhutto

    The real OG. Benazir Bhutto had the power to shut down anyone without even uttering a single word. A woman who shattered glass ceilings, stood up to bullies and inspired women across the world.

  • ‘Feel truly blessed’: Hamza Ali Abbasi on his wedding

    ‘Feel truly blessed’: Hamza Ali Abbasi on his wedding

    After a simple, intimate nikkah, Hamza Ali Abbasi and Naimal Khawar hosted a grand reception at a posh hotel in Islamabad.

    A plethora of celebrities and political leaders graced the event with their presence. Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, DG ISPR Major General Asif Ghafoor, Atif Aslam, Vasay Chaudhry and Ammara Hikmat were among those who attended the event.

    • Atif Aslam & Shah Mahmood Qureshi
    • DG ISPR

    While Hamza wore his usual black shalwar kameez, the bride glowed in a pearly silver custom outfit by Sadaf Fawad Khan bridals.

    The groom’s sister channeled her inner Anarkali

    There was a cake cutting ceremony too

    Is a shaadi even a shaadi without a selfie to wrap it up?

    Later in the night, Hamza Ali Abbasi took to Twitter to thank everyone for the best wishes they had sent his way.

    Vasay Chaudhry also shared a memorable photo from the night.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B1pQRnUjL_R/

    Hamza and Naimal had a simple, intimate nikkah the previous day. In case you missed it, here are some pictures from the event. Catch the rest of them here.

    Wrapping it up with a gorgeous, happy picture of the couple.

  • VIDEO: Kubra Khan reveals what she would gift Hamza & Naimal, Sajal & Ahad, Yasir & Iqra on their weddings

    VIDEO: Kubra Khan reveals what she would gift Hamza & Naimal, Sajal & Ahad, Yasir & Iqra on their weddings

    When we ran into Kubra Khan at the 7Up Pakistan Wedding Show (oh the irony), we couldn’t help but ask her what gift she would give to her three couple friends who are (or have already) gotten married.

    Kubra shares a close friendship with Yasir Hussain and Iqra Aziz and has a great working relationship with Hamza Ali Abbasi and Sajal Aly.

    Yasir & Iqra

    “I would give them a painting because they’re both very creative – so something to do with art.”

    Ahad & Sajal

    “Something to do with music because Sajal sings really well and Ahad is a really good musician as well.”

    Hamza & Naimal

    “Hmm I would give them my best wishes.”

    Watch the full video here:

    While Hamza Ali Abbasi has tied the knot with Naimal Khawar, we are still waiting for the other two celebrity couples – Ahad Raza Mir and Sajal Aly; Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain – to announce when they will be saying their ‘qubool hais’.

  • Hamza Ali Abbasi & Naimal Khawar’s simple wedding has won the internet

    Hamza Ali Abbasi & Naimal Khawar’s simple wedding has won the internet

    Pakistan’s IT bachelor (former bachelor now) Hamza Ali Abbasi tied the knot with fellow actor Naimal Khawar in a white, afternoon wedding in Islamabad on Sunday. Needless to say, pictures and videos from the event went viral within minutes and the simple, intimate wedding won everyone’s hearts.

    Have a look at some HD pictures here courtesy Maha’s Photography.

    Pakistanis on social media couldn’t help but praise the simpleness of the wedding and the fact that the bride chose to wear her mother’s bridal clothes and jewellery.

    https://twitter.com/wannabepakii/status/1165695115291189248?s=20

    https://twitter.com/AyeshaM88749910/status/1165892104171773952?s=20

    https://twitter.com/tweetify16/status/1165890332132855809?s=20

    Meanwhile, congratulations began to pour in for the happy couple.

    • Ayeza Khan
    • Muneeb Butt
  • Hamza Ali Abbasi slams critics, explains what ‘platonic friendship’ means

    Hamza Ali Abbasi slams critics, explains what ‘platonic friendship’ means

    Hamza Ali Abbasi’s wedding to actor Naimal Khawar Khan is without a doubt the talk of the town. After the actor penned a long letter in which he explained his reasons for marrying Naimal, he was brutally trolled.

    Hamza in his shaadi announcement had written, “Some people get married for themselves because either they fall in love or because their lonely or maybe because of family or to have kids, these are also good reasons, but believe me when your sole reason is to please Allah then Allah makes a man like me, who could never sustain anything emotional with the opposite gender, could never comprehend the idea of marriage in his head, Allah makes that man go up to his very platonic friend of two years Naimal and tell her that he doesn’t want a relationship (that GF/BF nonsense) neither is he claiming to be in love with her but he wants to marry her with the intention of strengthening his very turbulent efforts to walk a path which pleases Allah and to my surprise she agrees not just to marry me but also expresses her joy in walking this path with me & now we can’t even breathe without each other.”

    In a follow-up tweet, he further clarified that there was no “love story” between the two and they were “just friends for 2 years and recently Allah put it in my heart to ask her to marry me.”

    Following the floods of jokes and memes on Hamza and his platonic friendship, Hamza again took to social media to pen a long thread on what platonic means and the different ways of finding love.

    What do you think of Hamza’s advice?