Tag: film

  • Aamir Khan’s son auditioned for one of his father’s films

    Aamir Khan’s son auditioned for one of his father’s films

    Junaid Khan’s debut in Netflix’s Maharaj has been widely praised by critics and fans alike. In a recent interview, he discussed auditioning for his father’s film Laal Singh Chaddha.

    During an interview with ETimes, Junaid said, “I had actually auditioned for Laal Singh Chaddha, which Papa has talked about publicly, but it didn’t work out. Papa (Aamir Khan) was very keen that I do the film.”

    Kareena Kapoor, Naga Chaitanya, and Mona Singh costarred in Aamir Khan’s ‘Laal Singh Chaddha.’ It was directed by Advait Chandan remake of the movie ‘Forrest Gump.’ The movie was a complete flop at the box office.

    When questioned about the role Junaid auditioned for, ‘Maharaj’ director Siddharth P Malhotra said, “It was this audition that Adi (Aditya Chopra) and I saw, and what an audition that was… it was outstanding and if that clip can be released at some point in time, it would be great.”

    Junaid talked about how he found the story inspiring: “Karsandas Mulji was a real person who in 1862 was talking about those things which even today are happening. It happens in society today. And it happens in every society. And at that time he was fighting about it. When we didn’t have that much knowledge. So I found the character and the story very inspirational. That there is a man who had so much understanding back then.”

  • ‘I am not against Indian content but they don’t buy our work,’ says Nabeel Zafar

    ‘I am not against Indian content but they don’t buy our work,’ says Nabeel Zafar

    ‘I am not against Indian content but they don’t buy our work,’ says Nabeel Zafar

    Nabeel Zafar, the versatile actor, host, and producer, recently appeared as a guest on the ‘FHM Podcast’ in which he talked about why he is a vocal opponent of Indian content being aired in Pakistan.

    “I am not against Indian content but my point is, they don’t buy our work. With a population of 1.5 billion, they have a massive market, whereas we have 25 crore people. At the very least, they should buy our content in proportion to their population. Pakistanis are known for their hospitality and big hearts. Our shopkeepers don’t charge Indian visitors, and our actors have been warmly received in India. However, we need reciprocity. If we show their movies in our cinemas, they should also screen our films, even if they don’t do well. They don’t buy our dramas either; they shut down Zee Zindagi, a channel that aired Pakistani content. We have talent, but corruption has held us back. It’s time for a change.”

  • Director Azfar Jafri’s hilarious mimicry of Usman, Sanam steals the show

    Director Azfar Jafri’s hilarious mimicry of Usman, Sanam steals the show

     Actors Sanam Saeed and Usman Mukhtar’s recent interview on Hum News with director Azfar Jafri had everyone laughing.
    Director of ‘Umro Ayyar’ Azfar Jafri is an excellent mimic, and he had incredible impressions of Sanam and Usman. He described Usman’s on-set attitude and how he used to talk about the situation.

    Furthermore, he imitated Sanam Saeed and remarked how serious Sanam is when working on a set.
    Azfar Jafri mimicked Sanam Saeed’s straight-forward style, saying, “she says what needs to be said without caring how blunt it looks.” He also made Sanam’s perfect impression and even sounded like her.

  • Alif’ is Kubra Khan’s most memorable drama

    Alif’ is Kubra Khan’s most memorable drama

    Actress Kubra Khan was recently interviewed for The Current live. When asked about her most memorable performance so far, the powerhouse actress said,

    “I gave my heart and soul to ‘Alif’, it was something special. Besides ‘Alif’ and ‘Jannat Se Aagay’, I have many other favorite characters, but ‘Alif’ has left a lasting impact. In my opinion, that drama and ‘Jannat Se Aagay’ are very close to my heart. I put in a lot of hard work in ‘Jannat Se Aagay: playing seven different personalities simultaneously.”

    Khan played Husn e- Jahan in ‘Alif’ and Jannat in ‘Jannat Say Agay.’
    Her film ‘Abhi’ alongside Gohar Mumtaz has just been released on Eid Ul Azha June 17.

  • Second day of Eid: list of new movies you can watch in the cinema today

    Second day of Eid: list of new movies you can watch in the cinema today

    This Eid ul Azha, six exciting films are set to hit cinemas across Pakistan. And since it’s the second day of Eid and you’re done with all the family commitments (hopefully), here is what you should go watch. Four Lollywood and two Hollywood films released on June 17th, 2024.

    UmroAyyar – A New Beginning
    A Pakistani fantasy film based on the classic Urdu novel, directed by Azfar Jafri and starring Ali Kazmi, Farhan Tahir, and Hamza Ali Abbasi.

    Abbhi Humza
    A young Kashmiri boy pursues his passion for music in Lahore, struggling with haunting childhood memories. Directed by Asad Mumtaz and starring Gohar Mumtaz, Hareem Farooq, and Kubra Khan.

    Na Baligh Afraad
    A comedy set in the 90s, directed by Nabeel Qureshi and starring Samar Jafri, Aashir Wajahat, and Meera.

    Bhediya: A Scientist’s Theory
    An action-adventure film about a person seeking revenge, blurring the lines between humans and animals. Directed by Shahzad Billa and starring Ali Khan, Baba Khan, and Shahzad Billa.

    Inside Out 2
    Riley navigates her teenage years, experiencing new emotions and adventures. Directed by Kelsey Mann and starring Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, and Kensington Tallman.

    Bad Boys 4: Ride or Die
    Will Smith and Martin Lawrence return as Miami’s finest, but this time they’re on the wrong side of the law. Directed by Adil El Arabi and Bilall Fallah and written by Chris Bremer, Will Beall, and George Gallo.

    Don’t miss out on these exciting films. Book your tickets now and enjoy the cinematic experience at Cue Cinema, Universal Cinema, Nuxplex Cinema and Cinepax Cinema.

  • Here are all the stars who attended Umr-o-Ayyar’s premier

    Here are all the stars who attended Umr-o-Ayyar’s premier

    A team from The Current was invited to the premier of ‘Umro Ayyar’ at CUE Cinema, Lahore, on June 13.
    The event was attended by many celebrities, including Fawad Khan, who made a grand entry that caught everyone’s attention. Other notable celebrities who walked the red carpet included Faysal Qureshi, Bilal Lashari, Saba Qamar, Syed Noor, Irfan Khoosat, Afzal Khan (Rambo) and his wife Sahiba.

    The cast of the film, including Usman Mukhtar, Faran Tahir, Ali Kazmi, Sanam Saeed, Daniyal Raheel, and Simi Raheal, were also present at the premier. Veteran actor Naeem Tahir was there to support his son, Ali Tahir, who is part of the film’s cast.

    As celebrities walked the red carpet, they were surrounded by fans. Some celebrities even took the time to interact with fans, posing for selfies and signing autographs.

    The film’s star Faran Tahir made a vintage and impressive entry that left a lasting impression. The ARY Hoshiyaran team was also present at the premier.

    The first science fiction movie from Pakistan with amazing visual effects – Umro Ayyar- is set to be released on Eid ul Azha. Fans are eagerly awaiting the movie, which represents a fresh start for Pakistani cinema.

  • Did you know, Faran Tahir replaced Bollywood superstar in ‘The Jungle Book’

    Did you know, Faran Tahir replaced Bollywood superstar in ‘The Jungle Book’

    Did you know, Faran Tahir replaced Bollywood superstar in ‘The Jungle Book’

    Hollywood actor Faran Tahir, star of such smash hits as ‘Iron Man’ and ‘Star Trek’ is in Pakistan to promote his latest venture, ‘Umro Ayyar.

    Faran and Usman Mukhtar appeared as guests on the FHM Podcast.

    Among other things, the Hollywood actor discussed the industry’s obsession with Bollywood

    “I was initially selected for a role in the 1994 Hollywood film ‘The Jungle Book’, but the producers later opted for Sanjay Dutt instead. However, when Sanjay got entangled in his personal issues, I was called back to replace him and fill in the role,” he revealed.

    “We can draw inspiration from Bollywood and Hollywood, but we must also bring our own unique ideas to the table. We don’t need to compare our industry to our neighbors’; just as we don’t compare ourselves to China and Japan. We should focus on building our own strengths and identity in the film industry.” Faran added.

    His film is coming to cinemas on this Eid Ul Azha, June 17.

  • Yumna Zaidi’s award-winning Film ‘Nayab’ set for TV release

    Yumna Zaidi’s award-winning Film ‘Nayab’ set for TV release

    After winning the best foreign film award at World Film Festival held in Cannes, Nayab is set to make its TV premiere on Hum TV.

    The film is written by Basit Naqvi, Ali Abbas Naqvi and directed by Umair Nasir Ali. The cast includes Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan, Ehteshamuddin, Adnan Siddiqui, and Javed Sheikh.

    Hum TV stated on its Instagram page: “Experience the magic of Nayab all over again! Join us for its television premiere on HUM TV, featuring the incredible performances of Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan. Coming soon!”

    The story of the film is centered around a young woman determined to break stereotypes by playing cricket for Pakistan’s national team. Her brother, who was once a rising star himself, struggles with his past.

  • Pakistan’s ‘The Glass Worker’ makes history at Annecy animation festival in France

    Pakistan’s ‘The Glass Worker’ makes history at Annecy animation festival in France

    The first hand-drawn animated film from Pakistan, titled ‘The Glass Worker,’ will be screened at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France, which is a historic win for Pakistan.

    The Glass Worker, created and directed by Khizar and Salman Riyaz, is produced by Mano Animation Studios. Mandviwalla Entertainment and Geo Films are presenting the movie together. The movie also premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in France last month.

    The story of the film ‘The Glass Worker’ tells the story of Vincent, a young glass artisan, and his father Tomas, who find their peaceful lives disrupted by the looming war. As Vincent falls for Alliz, the daughter of an army colonel, they must summon the courage to stand up to their fathers and fight for their love and their art.

  • Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby in ‘Peaky Blinders’ film

    Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby in ‘Peaky Blinders’ film

    Cillian Murphy, Oscar-winning actor who played Thomas Shelby in the superhit series Peaky Blinders, will star in a new Netflix movie based on the show. The film, also called Peaky Blinders, will be directed by Tom Harper and produced in partnership with BBC Films. Filming is set to start later this year, but the plot and additional cast members have not been announced yet.

    Murphy said, “It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me. … It is very gratifying to be recollaborating with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of ‘Peaky Blinders.’ This is one for the fans.”

    Tom Harper, who is directing the upcoming ‘Peaky Blinders’ film, said: “When I first directed ‘Peaky Blinders’ over 10 years ago, we didn’t know what the series would become, but we did know that there was something in the alchemy of the cast and the writing that felt explosive. ‘Peaky’ has always been a story about family – and so it’s incredibly exciting to be reuniting with Steve and Cillian to bring the movie to audiences across the world on Netflix.”
    Steven Knight, who produced the ‘Peaky Blinders’ television series, wrote the film’s script and is producing it alongside Guy Heeley, Cillian Murphy, and Caryn Mandabach.

    For the role he played of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the US physicist who designed the atomic bomb, Murphy received his first Oscar for Best Actor, closing a dazzling awards season that also saw him win a BAFTA, a Golden Globe, and other honors.