Tag: India

  • Sonam Bajwa says Is her ‘forever crush’

    Sonam Bajwa says Is her ‘forever crush’

    Indian Punjabi actress Sonam Bajwa has once again expressed admiration for Pakistani superstar Fawad Khan. When the host asked about Fawad, Sonam said, “Fawad Khan has been my crush forever, he is the crush of all girls, I am crazy about him and will always be.

    “The host joked that Fawad Khan is like a ‘brother-in-law’ ( Punjab ka jija) to Sonam Bajwa. Sonam Bajwa has previously expressed her love for Fawad Khan in many interviews, saying that no other actor can take his place in her heart.

  • Bollywood couple Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor end their relationship

    Bollywood couple Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor end their relationship

    Bollywood couple Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor have ended their relationship, choosing to keep the details of the breakup private and move on quietly. Despite rumors of their marriage surfacing in 2018, the couple has decided to part ways. According to ‘Pinkvilla’, they will always hold a special place in each other’s hearts.

    The couple reportedly parted ways without getting into arguments or making allegations against one another, ‘Pinkvilla’ has reported.The couple reportedly decided not to allow their relationship to become a news story and instead decided to part ways while keeping quiet about it.

  • Anant Ambani’s second pre-wedding festivities begin with a 90s band

    Anant Ambani’s second pre-wedding festivities begin with a 90s band

    The excitement surrounding the wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s wealthiest man, has reached new heights as their second round of pre-wedding celebrations kicked off with a stellar performance by the American band Backstreet Boys on a cruise in Italy.

    Joining the couple for the extravagant affair were Bollywood A-listers such as Shahrukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor, Karan Johar, and others, who have flown to Italy to partake in the four-day festivities aboard the cruise.

    A video from the festivities shows the Backstreet Boys performing their song ‘I Wanna Be With You’ for the guests, dressed in all-white outfits.

    Another video from the extravagant cruise is gaining attention, filmed bear Palermo, Sicily in Italy.
    According to reports, the cruise began yesterday and will end in France on Friday. It’s expected to include performances by American rapper Pitbull, Latin popstar Shakira, and Indian Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa.

  • Chahat’s hit ‘Bado Badi’ gets a fresh twist with Abrarul Haq’s version

    Pakistani social media sensation and singer Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s latest song, ‘Bado Badi,’ has taken the internet by storm. Renowned Pakistani bhangra and pop singer Abrarul Haq has joined the trend.

    Released just last month, Chahat’s cover of the classic has quickly gained 21 million views on YouTube, becoming a viral hit in South Asia and beyond. ‘Bado Badi’ has connected with audiences in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other countries, making it a cross-border success.

    Adding to the song’s fame, Abrarul Haq has released his version of ‘Bado Badi’ after popular TikTok personality Sid Mr. Rapper asked the ‘Billo’ singer to lend his voice to the hit track. Abrar’s rendition has been well-received, adding even more popularity to the beloved song.

    Interestingly, ‘Bado Badi’ is not a completely new song. The legendary Madam Noor Jahan originally performed it for the 1973 film ‘Banarsi Thug,’ starring Firdous, Ejaz, and Munawar Zarif, with music composed by Bakhshi Wazeer Sahib. Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s version has breathed new life into the classic, making it enjoyable for a new generation of listeners.

    The viral success of ‘Bado Badi’ shows the power of music and social media in bringing people together. As celebrities like Abrar join the trend, the song continues to win hearts and entertain millions across borders.

  • Two years since Sidhu Moose Wala’s death, parents keep son’s memory alive

    Two years since Sidhu Moose Wala’s death, parents keep son’s memory alive

     
    Today is the second death anniversary of the late Punjabi singer/rapper Sidhu Moose Wala, who was the ‘King of Punjabi music industry’ and ‘Heartthrob of Young Hearts’.
     
    On May 29, 2022, Sidhu Moose Wala was brutally murdered by gunfire in Jawaharke village of Mansa district on May 29, 2022. Over 30 bullets were fired at him.
     
     
    Lawrence Bishnoi, a renowned mobster, was later identified as the murder’s facilitator. The singer, a political activist who ran for office in the last election from Mansa on a Congress ticket but was unsuccessful, was the target of the attackers’ long-standing anger.
     
    The Indian police have been unable to locate the criminals and prosecute them, even after making many arrests. Today, the family of Sidhu Moose Wala has announced a unique ceremony to honor his memory.
     
     
    His mother has posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying, “We remember you, dear son Sidhu. We will never forget you, and your memory will always be alive in our hearts. This day is written in black ink in history.”

     
    Moose Wala’s father, Sardar Balkaur Singh Sidhu, has also posted a picture of his son and appealed for justice, using the hashtag #JusticeForSidhuMooseWala. He expressed his disappointment and frustration over the lack of justice, saying, “Justice has become a distant hope.”

     
    Sidhu Moose Wala’s parents, ‘Balkaur’and ‘Charan Kaur’, have recently welcomed their second son. ( Shubhdeep)

  • My father left his job, my mother left her family: Tabish Hashmi on family’s move to Pakistan

    My father left his job, my mother left her family: Tabish Hashmi on family’s move to Pakistan

    Host and stand – up comedian Tabish Hashmi is one of our favourite people on screen but did you know that until very recently, his family was living in India?

    The star host was invited as a guest on Hafiz Ahmed’s Podcast where he detailed the difficulties his family faced when they shifted to Pakistan from India in 1984.

    “My father moved to Pakistan in 1984, leaving behind a comfortable life in India where he had a good job. His brothers, who were already settled in Pakistan, encouraged him to make the move. It was my grandmother’s illness that finally prompted him to take the leap. While my father’s sacrifice was significant, as he gave up his job, it was my mother who made the ultimate sacrifice, leaving behind her entire family to join my father in Pakistan. My elder sisters were born in India, and I was born in Pakistan.”

    Talking about how his father became a citizen of Pakistan, he said, “At that time, it was relatively easy to settle in Pakistan by showing investment in the form of dollars or money. Fortunately, my father had the necessary funds, so we were able to obtain Pakistani nationality.”

    Well, we are glad that Tabish’s family made the move. Or else we would have been deprived of one of our brightest stars.

  • Indian capital records highest-ever temperature of 49.9 Celsius

    Indian capital records highest-ever temperature of 49.9 Celsius

    New Delhi (AFP) – Temperatures in India’s capital have soared to a record-high 49.9 degrees Celsius (121.8 Fahrenheit) as authorities warn of water shortages in the sprawling mega-city.

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD), which reported “severe heat-wave conditions”, recorded the temperatures on Tuesday at two Delhi suburbs stations at Narela and Mungeshpur.

    The weather bureau said the temperatures were nine degrees higher than expected.

    Forecasters predict similar temperatures Wednesday for the city of more than 30 million people, issuing a red alert warning notice for people to take care.

    In May 2022, parts of Delhi hit 49.2 degrees Celsius (120.5 Fahrenheit), Indian media reported at the time.

    India is no stranger to searing summer temperatures.

    But years of scientific research have found climate change is causing heatwaves to become longer, more frequent and more intense.

    ‘Water scarcity’

    New Delhi authorities have also warned of the risk of water shortages as the capital swelters in headache-inducing heat — cutting supplies to some areas.

    Water Minister Atishi Marlena has called for “collective responsibility” in stopping wasteful water use, the Times of India newspaper reported Wednesday.

    “To address the problem of water scarcity, we have taken a slew of measures such as reducing water supply from twice a day to once a day in many areas,” Atishi said, the Indian Express reported.

    “The water thus saved will be rationed and supplied to the water-deficient areas where supply lasts only 15 to 20 minutes a day,” she added.

    The IMD warned of the heat’s impact on health, especially for infants, the elderly and those with chronic diseases.

    Many blame the soaring temperatures on scorching winds from Rajasthan state, where temperatures on Tuesday were the hottest in the country, at 50.5 degrees Celsius.

    Rajasthan’s desert region of Phalodi holds the country’s all-time heat record, hitting 51 degrees Celsius in 2016.

    At the same time, West Bengal state and the northeastern state of Mizoram have been struck by gales and lashing rains from Cyclone Remal, which hit India and Bangladesh on Sunday, killing more than 38 people.

    Bangladesh’s Meteorological Department said the cyclone was “one of longest in the country’s history”, blaming climate change for the shift.

  • What will Fawad Khan’s upcoming Indian series be about? Amna Isani has the details

    What will Fawad Khan’s upcoming Indian series be about? Amna Isani has the details

    Get the scoop on Fawad Khan’s upcoming Indian series as journalist Amna Isani shared exclusive details about the actor’s new venture on her show ‘Haute Review’ hosted by Hassan Choudhry and herself.

    “Fawad Khan is doing a big-budget series where he plays a polo players’ trainer. The series is written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Asim Raza. The production is led by Misbah Shafique, who has worked with Zee 5. It will be released on Sony Life. The cast includes Sanam Saeed, Mikaal Zulfiqar, and Hira Khan. The series was shot in London, Islamabad, and Chitral. Fawad Khan plays a Chitrali Nawab who trains polo players, and Sanam Saeed probably plays a British girl.”

    Here is the link to the video:

  • Erica Robin and Mashal Khan condemn assault on Christian man in Sargodha

    Erica Robin and Mashal Khan condemn assault on Christian man in Sargodha

    Earlier in the week, a Christian man was injured in Sargodha by a violent mob, while his house and factory were set on fire on allegations of blasphemy. While police were able to control the situation before it spiralled out of control, the situation was reminiscent of Jaranwala riots for many people.

    Miss Universe Pakistan 2023 Erica Robin and Pakistani actor Mashal Khan have talked about the attempted lynching, asking authorities to protect minority rights.

    Robin posted a powerful message on her Instagram about how minorities in Pakistan face difficulties and why things must change. She said, “It’s sad that minorities in Pakistan aren’t treated the same as the majority. If it wasn’t for the votes of minorities in 1947, Pakistan wouldn’t be here today.

    Even Quaid-e-Azam recognized that minorities played a big part in making Pakistan. But what’s happening in Pakistan now is terrible and has been happening for a long time.”

    Robin spoke up after the terrible attack in Sargodha, saying that this isn’t just one incident. She said, “The recent sad event in Sargodha, where an innocent person was killed, shows how minorities are treated badly. This isn’t the only time it’s happened; there have been other incidents like the Gojra riots, where Ahmadis were targeted, and attacks on Hindu and Christian communities for many years.”

    She also talked about how Pakistan’s blasphemy laws are sometimes used unfairly against minorities. She said, “The blasphemy law in Pakistan has been used unfairly against minorities many times. Most Pakistanis need to speak up and say we should get rid of this law. Minorities are a big part of our country and deserve to be treated fairly and protected.” Robin also shared her love for Pakistan and her hope for things to get better. “We care about our country and are an important part of it. It’s time for things to change.”

    Mashal also used Instagram to speak out against the attacks and highlight the important role minorities played in Pakistan’s history. “I keep having to say the same thing over and over. Minorities helped build Pakistan, and it was meant to protect them too. Muslims were a minority before Pakistan was made and faced hate because of their religion. We can’t let this keep happening in our own country,” Mashal said. The Suno Chanda actor added, “If we let these terrible people get away with this, they’ll feel more powerful. We need to stand up for minorities.”

    The victim, Nazir Gill, was critically injured despite police saving his life. He’s being treated at a hospital. When the angry mob attacked, they wrecked Nazir Gill’s house and factory. Scared, many Christian people ran away from their homes, some taking shelter in churches nearby.

  • Mukesh Ambani’s gift to son is mind-blowingly expensive

    Mukesh Ambani’s gift to son is mind-blowingly expensive

    Mukesh Ambani, the richest man in India and the tenth richest person worldwide, has the means to spoil his kids, twins Akash and Isha, as well as their younger brother Anant, according to India Today.

    Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s bachelorette celebration cost the rich couple almost INR 1259 crore. Global superstar Rihanna was paid between between INR 66 to INR 74 crore. For the July wedding, the family is now planning to spend double that amount.
    Mukesh Ambani has purchased an opulent beachfront house in Dubai for Anant. The property isn’t just any old villa, but supposedly one of the priciest in all of Dubai, located on the Palm Jumeirah.

    In April 2022, Ambani bought a luxurious 3,000-square-foot home with 10 bedrooms and a private 70-meter beach. According to News18, he paid an astounding INR 640 crore for the mansion. Hindustan Times reported that this was the second-largest residential real estate deal in Dubai.