Tag: Entertainment Industry

  • ‘Not everyone you work with is your friend’: Maryiam Nafees on social media BFFs

    ‘Not everyone you work with is your friend’: Maryiam Nafees on social media BFFs

    The entertainment industry is a notoriously cutthroat place and actress Mariyam Nafees agrees.

     

    Appearing as a guest on Gup Shap hosted by Vasay Chaudhry, she discussed how she navigates relationships in the entertainment industry. 

    Rabbania Shirjeel asked, “Mariyam you are quite vocal about social issues, so how do you navigate within the industry?”

     

     Maryiam replied, “I try not to get into it too much. I say, ‘you do your thing, let me do mine.’ I’ve learned that no one is truly your friend here. The few friends I have in the industry were already my friends from before.”

     Speaking about the trend of social media best friends forever (BFF), Jaan – e Jahan actress emphasized, “They’re mostly just for show. Real friendship is something very deep, and not everyone you work with or post pictures with is truly a friend. Most people are just colleagues or acquaintances. I have a very small circle of genuine friends who have stayed consistent through everything, and they mean a lot to me.”

    When it comes to her professional life, the Yaqeen Ka Safar actress stays focused on her work.

    “When it comes to navigating projects or scripts, I just focus on doing my part for those 12 hours on set. Thankfully, we now have writers, directors, and producers who are willing to listen. If there’s something in a script that doesn’t align with what I want to portray, we discuss it and usually find a middle ground,”  Maryiam Nafees explained.

     

    Earlier, actress Maryiam Nafees fearlessly expressed her opinions on various matters during an interview, be it politics, social issues, or her industry.

    Appearing as a guest on Ahmed Ali Butt’s show ‘Mind Na Karna’, Mariyam was asked about having more than one spouse, as cricketer Shoaib Malik’s marriage came up in the discussion.

    She said, “I respect that Islam allows men to have up to four marriages, but our religion also says men can’t treat their wives equally. I think very few women can accept their husbands marrying again.”

    Nafees said that if her husband wants to marry again, she won’t object, but will instead ask for a divorce. “If someone isn’t happy in their marriage, they should end it and marry again, whether it’s the second or third time. But I want to emphasize that it’s tough for men to treat multiple wives equally, as our religion states.”

  • ‘Hum ek jaahil qaum hain’; Amar Khan criticises the entertainment industry

    ‘Hum ek jaahil qaum hain’; Amar Khan criticises the entertainment industry

    In an exclusive interview with The Current Life, actress Amar Khan opened up about her thoughts on the negativity within the entertainment industry and shared her insights on how actors face criticism.

    When we asked, “Who is most overrated actor and who is underrated,” Amar Khan replied, “Why are you asking this? Don’t ask this, there are a lot of shows nowadays in which overrated, underrated kachra actor, best actor. There are a lot of comments on that, no actor in the world comments on another actor, this only happens in our industry.”

    When asked why do we like to do this, Khan replied: “Because we are an ignorant nation (jaahil qaum) that’s why. I don’t think there could be a shorter answer than this.”

    Talking about how she tackles trolling, the actress said that she recites duas of sabr. “But I think if I say that that I completely shield myself and that I don’t care, there is no one who doesn’t care,” the actress added.

    Currently Amar Khan is starring in the drama serial Dil-e-Nadan with Mikaal Zulfiqar, written by Sadia Akhtar and directed by Saima Waseem. She is playing the character of Nayab whereas Mikaal is playing the character of Zaviyaar.

  • ‘I don’t beg for work’: Fahad Sheikh

    ‘I don’t beg for work’: Fahad Sheikh

    Rejection in the entertainment industry is a harsh reality and actor Fahad Sheikh has faced it too. Even though he’s gained success and praise, he’s faced setbacks along the way.

    Recently Fahad appeared as a guest on ‘Mazaq Raat’, hosted by Imran Ashraf, where he talked about the most challenging moments of his career.

    “One of the bitter mosy rejections I’ve faced is when, after Jalan drama, the phone calls finally started coming in. Production houses were suddenly reaching out, but there was still a sense of formality. My principle has always been that I don’t beg for work, and I hadn’t until now,” the actor began.

    He went on to narrate a story. “So, I went for a meeting, dressed in a full black kurta, wearing Peshawari Chappal, with glasses on. I walked in, and there was the director, seated in a small room. I didn’t know him at all. He looked at me, but didn’t care much. He looked towards the GM, and I could sense the dismissive attitude.”

    “Now, I’m standing at the door, thinking about what I should do next. It was an awkward moment; both of us felt embarrassed. And the gentleman who had brought me there was relaxed, probably because he already knew I was being rejected before we even got there. Then they offered me coffee, and I politely refused. We wrapped up the meeting quickly, made our way out, and left the place with disappointment. You know, every new city breaks you a little, but if it didn’t, perhaps the refinement in my work wouldn’t have come,” the Hasrat actor added.
    Fahad Sheikh has starred in dramas such as Uff Ye Mohabbat, Waada, Hasrat, and Bojh.

  • ‘These are just excuses’: Sonya Hussyn on nepotism in entertainment industry

    ‘These are just excuses’: Sonya Hussyn on nepotism in entertainment industry

    Renowned actress Sonya Hussain has denied the existence of nepotism in Pakistan’s entertainment industry during her appearance on the Afterhour show with Ushna Shah.

    “It is not necessary to have family ties to make a place in the industry. These are all excuses, you should do your work,” she claimed.

    While she acknowledged favouritism in the industry, she thinks “there is no such thing as nepotism in the industry, or only fair colour is preferred, but one who knows how to work can make his place based on his work.”

    Dismissing the complaints of most artists needing to get work or securing lead roles as groundless, she added, “People only make excuses that they are not getting work, jobs are given based on nepotism in the industry or only fair complexion is preferred.”

    Hussyn emphasised that hard work pays off and advised the newcomers to avoid making excuses and focus on hard work.

  • Yumna Zaidi will not defend ‘Tere Bin’ or her role in it

    Yumna Zaidi will not defend ‘Tere Bin’ or her role in it

    Famous actress Yumna Zaidi appeared at the ZAB Media Festival where she talked about her popular drama series ‘Tere Bin’.

    During the Q&A session at the event, a journalist asked Yumna about defending critiques of her portrayal of a rude girl in ‘Tere Bin’.

    Yumna responded confidently. “I feel that ‘Tere Bin’ is the most-watched drama of the Pakistan entertainment industry, so I do not need to defend it or my character. If the drama had a name but people were not watching it, then I would promote it. So, the answer is based on the viewership and viewers.”

    ‘Tere Bin’, now returning for a second season, after transcending geographical borders and was deemed the most watched Pakistani drama in India as well. Its popularity stemmed from audiences captivated by the story of Meerab, an ambitious woman, whose life is transformed after marrying the dominating Murtasim, played by Wahaj Ali.

  • PTV legend Rashid Dar passes away

    PTV legend Rashid Dar passes away

    Renowned Pakistani TV producer Rashid Dar has sadly passed away on 15 march 2024 . Known for his iconic dramas like ‘Sona Chandi’, ‘Andhera Ujala’ and ‘Man Chalay Ka Sauda’
    Dar’s contributions to the industry were immense. He battled cancer and passed away in Lahore at the age of 84. His funeral prayers were held near his home in Mozang, Lahore.
    Rashid Dar’s demise marks another loss of a legend in the Pakistani entertainment industry. His work during the golden era of PTV has left an indelible mark on viewers worldwide.
    May his soul rest in peace, and may his family find solace during this difficult time.

  • Gohar Rasheed sparks conversation on color bias in entertainment industry

    Gohar Rasheed sparks conversation on color bias in entertainment industry

    Popular actor Gohar Rasheed has talked about a concerning trend in the entertainment world, stating that just having fair skin is seen as enough to become an actor. He pointed out that some people even spend a lot of money on injections to lighten their skin quickly and get roles in the industry.
    The actor from ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ highlighted, with a bit of criticism, that having fair skin might be the only thing that matters in getting good opportunities in the entertainment field.

    “No matter how good someone is at acting, they will be chosen for roles just because they have fair skin,” he said.

    Pointing out that someone with fair skin might not even know how good they are at acting, Gohar said that the production company still recognizes their talent and tells them about their skill in acting.
    “After the fair complexion injection, the person’s journey to becoming an actor begins, and they are offered a variety of roles,” he said.

    He asked everyone to recognize biases and deal with the fact that there is racism in our nation. He said, “We need to admit that we are a racist nation.”
    When someone asked Gohar how long it took for him to realize he doesn’t meet traditional beauty standards, he said, “I used to mention I wasn’t conventionally good-looking, but I have realised that I am the most conventional.”
    Explaining further, he said, “Being conventional means being like most people, and I feel like I connect with most folks.” This implies that his personality fits in with what’s typical in society, unlike those who stand out mainly because of their exceptionally good looks, particularly fair skin.
    “People with fair complexions are unconventional and unique,” Gohar stated.

    Many actors in the entertainment industry have admitted that having fair skin helped them get chances, while others have shared that they initially faced rejection because of their darker complexion.

  • Ali Afzal Khan finally reveals why he left the entertainment industry

    Ali Afzal Khan finally reveals why he left the entertainment industry

    Ali Afzal Khan was a regular feature on our television screens, playing all sorts of roles. Then suddenly, the actor disappeared, and fans were left wondering what had happened. Khan has finally opened up about what transpired behind his departure from the industry.

    Ali has said that he was inspired by singer-turned-preacher, the late Junaid Jamshed, and bid farewell to the showbiz industry.

    Talking on a podcast, he said, “I worked in the industry for 20 to 22 years, and during my extensive career, I undertook numerous projects as both an actor and a host. During this time, Junaid Jamshed, who was a renowned Naat reciter and singer, and I, being an actor, often had frequent meetings.”

    He began to explore and understand the Holy Quran. However, due to some personal differences, he left hosting duties. “It was during this time that Junaid Jamshed inclined me towards religious preaching. In this period, I spent three days and then 40 days in seclusion, initiating the practice of regular prayer.”

    Stressing that it is not easy for an actor who is at the peak of his career to leave it, Khan said, “The decision was difficult for me too but I had made a commitment to myself eight to nine months before leaving showbiz, that I would quit and after that I stopped signing contracts.”

    He shared that he is still being offered different roles but he refuses them now.

    “But I am still willing to play a historical role, so if someone offers me such a role, I am ready.”

  • Ayesha Omar ‘surprised’ at rumours about dating Shoaib Malik

    Ayesha Omar ‘surprised’ at rumours about dating Shoaib Malik

    Ayesha Omar is no stranger to the trials and tribulations of being in the entertainment industry, including unfounded rumours.

    The actress shared her thoughts on the recent marriage of former captain Shoaib Malik and actress Sana Javed.

    Ayesha congratulated the newlyweds in the comments section of their photo. She praised the couple by writing “Mashallah” along with a red heart emoji, and also added a ‘safe from the evil eye’ emoji.

    It’s worth noting that in the past, there were speculations about a relationship between Shoaib Malik and Ayesha Umar when rumours circulated about differences between Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza.

    In an interview with Iffat Omar, Ayesha said, “I am very afraid of rumours. I used to get panic attacks. Some of my personal and private pictures circulated social media. Also, they made rumours about me and Shoaib as well. After my dating rumours with Shoaib went viral, was like, are u serious?”
    She added “People who know me also know my choice and principles.”

  • Veteran actor Khalid Butt passes away

    Veteran actor Khalid Butt passes away

    Senior actor Khalid Butt has passed away in Lahore after being unwell for a long time. Family sources have said that his funeral prayers will take place tomorrow after Asr prayer.

    Khalid Butt had worked in many movies and TV shows, and he was honored with the Pride of Performance award.

    Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi has shared condolences and sympathy with Khalid Butt’s family. In a statement, Solangi said that the late actor showcased his talent in various TV dramas, films, and theatre, adding that Khalid Butt’s death leaves a significant gap in the entertainment industry.