Tag: Ertuğrul

  • Engin Altan cancels agreement with Kashif Zameer, promises to visit Pakistan again

    Engin Altan cancels agreement with Kashif Zameer, promises to visit Pakistan again

    Diriliş: Ertuğrul star Engin Altan Düzyatan has renounced his agreement with Chaudhry Group of Industries, saying he no longer represents them as the brand ambassador. The Managing Director of the company is Mian Kashif Zameer, who had in January, claimed that Engin will be visiting Pakistan in three days.

    In a statement, the Turkish actor said: “I, Engin Altan Düzyatan, would like to announce that I have renounced the agreement with the Pakistani company, Chaudhry Group of Industries as its brand ambassador.”

    Engin added that he visited Pakistan to discuss and finalize the terms and conditions of the agreement, which both parties agreed on.

    “Despite constant reports in the Pakistani media about this agreement, we adhered to terms and conditions of the agreement and agreed to wait for a month to and give time and opportunity to Chaudhry Group of Industries to clarify its position,” said Engin further. “However, we were deeply saddened by the lies and misinformation given to the media by the company’s MD, Kashif Zameer regarding the agreement.”

    The statement further said that “Kashif Zameer has not fulfilled any of the conditions despite the period given under the agreement” adding, “we have unilaterally cancelled the agreement.”

    The Turkish actor said that the company has not paid even half of the agreed amount.

    “We no longer have any connection with Mian Kashif Zameer, Mohammad Ismail and their company Chaudhry Group of Industries,” stated Engin.

    The statement further said: “Our visit to Pakistan has given us the opportunity to meet the loving people of Pakistan and see the beautiful country. We are determined to further develop Turkish-Pakistani relations and promote friendship and each other’s cultures.”

    VIDEO: Engin Altan says ‘Lahore Lahore Hai’

    Expressing his delight over the love he received in Pakistan, the Turkish actor said: “The deep interest shown by the people of Pakistan in the Turkish dramas has impressed me immensely, and I consider it an honour to again visit Pakistan soon.”

    “I assure you that, InshAllah, I will soon visit Pakistan again with a new and right plan to embrace the people of Pakistan,” concluded Engin.

    “Long live Pakistan-Turkey Friendship.”

    In December 2020, Engin Altan visited Pakistan for a short visit and was hosted by Kashif Zameer. Later, it was reported that Zameer struck a deal of one million dollars with the Turkish actor but paid only half of it.  Zameer, later trashed the rumours saying that Engin had assured him that the deal will not be disbanded.

  • Is Ertuğrul’s Esra Bilgiç in Pakistan?

    Is Ertuğrul’s Esra Bilgiç in Pakistan?

    Dirilis: Ertuğrul’s Esra Bilgiç aka Haleema Sultan has left fans in a tizzy after she posted a picture of Islamia University Peshawar with the caption “The City of Flowers”. This led to fans and followers speculating if the star was in Pakistan.

    While it has not yet been confirmed whether the star is in Pakistan, it is being speculated that Esra will be visiting soon as she has reportedly signed a contract with Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Peshawar Zalmi.

    Shortly after Esra posted her story, Peshawar Zalmi owner Javed Afridi posted one on his Instagram account writing “The City of Flowers” and tagging Esra, further convincing fans.

    Earlier in July 2020, Afridi had asked Zalmi fans what they thought about having the cast of Dirilis: Ertuğrul as the brand ambassador of the team.

    Responding to Afridi’s tweet, the Turkish actress had said: “I will be sharing some good news with you soon.”

    https://twitter.com/esbilgic/status/1279772401853702150?s=20

    Recently, several Turkish actors from the super hit drama series have visited Pakistan for different purposes. From Engin Altan Düzyatan (Ertuğrul Bey) to Cavit Çetin Güner (Dogan Alp) and Celal AL (Abdur Rehman Alp), almost every prominent actor from the drama series has visited different cities of the country.

    While it is too early to say if Bilgiç is in Pakistan, we are sure she will be coming soon.

  • 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 donates blood for Pakistani children with thalassemia

    Ertuğrul’s Celal AL donates blood for Pakistani children with thalassemia

    Diriliş: Ertuğrul‘s Celal AL, who plays Abdur Rehman Alp in the superhit series, visited the Omair-Sana Foundation (OSF) and Children’s Hospital Karachi on Sunday, where he donated blood for children diagnosed with thalassemia.

    “I’m donating my blood for Pakistani children suffering from thalassemia. This will not only strengthen the bond between Turkey and Pakistan but will also encourage others to donate blood for those who need blood donations for living normal lives,” said the actor during his visit on the invitation of administrations of both the health facilities.

    Accompanied by the producer of the epic serial Kemal Tekdin, the Turkish actor during his visit also recited verses from the Holy Quran and raised slogans including “Jeevey Jeevey Pakistan“, “Pakistan-Turkey friendship zindabad” and vowed to visit Pakistan again.

    The production team of Diriliş: Ertuğrul was invited to visit the Omair-Sana Foundation and Children Hospital Karachi by its founders Dr Kashif Ansari, a US-based oncologist, and Dr Saqib Ansari, an eminent pediatric hematologist who are striving to eliminate thalassemia and other blood disorders in Pakistan.

    Emir Jamat-e-Islami Karachi Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman and dozens of fans of Ertuğrul’s cast and actors were also present on the occasion.

    Dr Ansari said he was delighted that Celal AL and other team members of the Ertuğrul serial visited the hospitals and donated blood.

    “Turkish blood is being donated for Pakistani children; this will further strengthen the bond between the two nations,” he said.

    Speaking further on the occasion, Celal said he was delighted to visit Pakistan, especially the two wonderful health facilities where children suffering from genetic blood disorders were being treated and managed free of charge. He offered his complete support in the treatment of children with thalassemia and other blood disorders.

    Celal, who spoke with the help of an interpreter, said Turks and Pakistanis are brothers but he was not expecting such love and affection for Turkey and its people in Pakistan.

    He wished to continue visiting Pakistan whenever possible, saying mutual cooperation between the two countries and people should grow with each passing day.

    Responding to a question, AL said he said he loved Pakistani food, especially biryani and lamb which he ate in Islamabad, adding that he wished to taste biryani in Karachi.

    Later, in an Instagram post, AL wrote: “I’ve been lived most special moment of my life.”

    Similarly, Kemal Tekdin said work was underway on two joint projects in Pakistan which were based on the lives of ‘Abdur Rehman Peshawari’ and ‘Babu Shah’. He said these plays would be produced both in Urdu and Turkish languages and would also be dubbed in English.

    Oncologist Dr Kashif Ansari, who had invited the Turkish delegation to Pakistan said he wished to enhance cooperation in the field of media and entertainment industry between the two countries.

    Ansari said that in the coming days, Pakistani children “instead of idolising Indian actors and film stars, will idolise Pakistani and Turkish stars and heroes in the history of Muslims”.

    “We are working to produce a serial on the poetry and message of Allama Iqbal and Abdur Rehman Peshawari. Abdur Rehman Peshawari was a Muslim from the subcontinent who went to Turkey, fought along with Turkish brethren and also served as Turkey’s ambassador in Afghanistan. He got martyred there and now regarded as a hero in Turkey,” said the oncologist.

    Meanwhile, later in the day, Celal attended a star-studded dinner hosted by Adnan Siddiqui and Humayun Saeed.

  • Kashif Zameer claims Engin Altan will be visiting Pakistan again in three days

    Kashif Zameer claims Engin Altan will be visiting Pakistan again in three days

    Engin Altan Düzyatan’s Pakistani host Kashif Zameer has claimed that the Diriliş: Ertuğrul star will be visiting Pakistan again in three days.

    “Get ready for the Engin Kashif friendship blast,” said Kashif in an Instagram post.

    Earlier, in an Instagram story, Kashif said that haters will be silenced soon once he and Engin are seen together.

    It was earlier rumoured that Engin has cancelled his contract worth $1 million with Zameer’s Chaudhry Textiles after it was reported that the police have arrested Kashif for having a criminal record. Zameer, later trashed the rumours saying that Engin had assured him that the deal will not be disbanded.

    Meanwhile, Engin has not yet commented on the matter or confirmed whether he will be coming 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’s Abdul Rehman Alp invites Feroze Khan to visit Turkey

    Looks like Feroze Khan is becoming a favourite among Turkish actors. After Diriliş: Ertuğrul‘s Ozman Sirgood, who plays Ibn Arabi in the series, requested Feroze not to quit acting, Celal AL (Abdul Rehman Alp) has praised Khan and invited him to visit Turkey.

    Commenting on Khan’s Instagram post, in which he shared the poster of his upcoming drama serial Khuda Aur Mohabbat, the Turkish actor said: “MashAllah mere bhai. Bohat khoob”.

    He then went on to invite Feroze to Turkey, saying: “Istanbul kab arhay? Kardes [friends] intzaar mein hain.”

    Replying to Celal’s comment, Khan complemented him for picking up Urdu quickly and promised to visit soon.

    Celal also shared the teaser of Khan’s upcoming drama on his Instagram story, with the caption: “Turk Pak Brotherhood.”

    Meanwhile, Khuda aur Mohabbat 3, in which also features Iqra Aziz, is all set to go on-air soon.

  • Diriliş: Ertuğrul’s Ozman Sirgood has a special message for Feroze Khan

    Turkish Actor Ozman Sirgood, who plays the role of Ibn Arabi in the superhit Turkish series Diriliş: Ertuğrul has a special message for Feroze Khan.

    Thanking Feroze for sharing the words of Muslim scholar, poet and philosopher Ibn Arabi, Sirgood wrote: “Thank you, Feroze, for sharing these golden words from the great master Ibn Arabi.”

    “I heard you have left [the] show business in order to serve Islam. I believe there are many different ways to serve a higher cause,” he continued.

    The Turkish actor also offered to work with Feroze, saying: “Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you, or if you would like to work on some projects together!⁠”

    Replying to Ozman’s post, Feroze commented: “Hey Ozman! Thank you. I have continued again to serve the higher cause.”

    “Would definitely connect,” he added. “Let’s do something together.”

    In March 2020, Khan had announced that he will be quitting the showbiz industry and “will only act and provide my services for the teaching of Islam.”

    Later, the actor said that he will not be quitting after his “Sheikh” Sultan Muhammad Ali ordered him not to quit the entertainment industry.

    “He believes the industry is a source of spreading the message from one place to another,” said Feroze.

    Meanwhile, Feroze’s latest project Khuda aur Mohabbat 3, in which he will be sharing the screen with Iqra Aziz, is all set to go on-air soon.

  • Azhar Ali thinks Fawad Alam is Pakistan’s Ertuğrul

    Azhar Ali thinks Fawad Alam is Pakistan’s Ertuğrul

    Pakistan former captain Azhar Ali has likened Karachi batsman Fawad Alam to Turkish legend Ertuğrul.

    Sharing a collage of Fawad’s century celebration and Ertuğrul Ghazi ready for battle in a still from the popular Turkish series Diriliş: Ertuğrul, Azhar said the batsman has a “heart of a lion.”

    “What a knock from Fawad Alam!,” said the former skipper. “A lot of courage and character and determination.”

    Thanking Azhar, Alam replied, “Jazaakallah bro.”

    Similarly Mohammad Hafeez also congratulated Alam on his achievement.

    Eleven years, five months and 16 days from the day he scored his first Test hundred, Fawad pulled Wagner behind square – that shot had served him well both in defence and attack – past a diving deep fielder to bring up a second Test hundred.

    The last one he scored was way back in 2009 when he hit 168 on Test debut against Sri Lanka while opening the innings. Since then Alam has played just six Tests having made a comeback in 2020.

    Read more – Fawad Alam gives another reminder to Misbah with his third century

    Babar Azam’s injury gave him another go and yet he proved to be an ace for the team.

    In a post-match video, Fawad credited Ali for the celebration.

    “During a four-day game, Azhar Ali and I had a discussion. He told me if I get a century, this is how I should celebrate it,” said Fawad. “Maybe God granted his wish. And I remembered what he had told me. So, this celebration was for him.”

  • ‘It is not a threat’: Faisal Javed advises Fahad Mustafa to learn from ‘Diriliş: Ertuğrul’

    Senior PTI leader Senator Faisal Javed Khan has advised Fahad Mustafa to not view Diriliş: Ertuğrul as a threat but as an opportunity after Mustafa in a recent interview commented that the star of the Turkish show Engin Altan Düzyatan came to Pakistan, made money and left.

    “Ertuğrul [Düzyatan] also came, posed with a lion, took money, and left, didn’t he?,” Fahad had said. “That’s all you guys were for him. For you, there is Humayun Saeed. It’s us. Admit it or not, we were here and we will be here in the future.”

    In response to his remarks, Khan tweeted: “Engin Altan is one of the finest actors we have seen on TV and Diriliş: Ertuğrul brought him a huge fame across the world.”

    “A lot to be learnt from such a great production and director’s meticulous attention to detail,” he added. “It is not a threat, it’s an opportunity.”

    Interestingly, in the same interview, Fahad had said that he is here to make money and entertain the masses not educate them while talking about why his production house chooses to make dramas like Jalan and Nand.

    Earlier this month, Engin Altan came to Lahore for a short visit on the invitation of a private company. The actor toured Lahore on his visit and met with Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar.

    In a press conference, Engin said that his trip was the first of many more visits to come. He even said that he would “love to work in a Pakistani drama or film, given the right opportunity”.

    “If the script is good then why not,” the actor had said.