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  • ‘I’ll go become a carpenter’: Ms Marvel star Saagar Shaikh speaks up on supporting Palestine

    ‘I’ll go become a carpenter’: Ms Marvel star Saagar Shaikh speaks up on supporting Palestine

    Pakistani-American Muslim actor Saagar Shaikh has given a masterclass to other Hollywood actors on how to remain true to your principles, even when it costs you your livelihood.

    The actor was speaking at the ‘Salaam Nerds’ podcast where he spoke about his role as Kamala’s brother, Amir in ‘Ms Marvel’, adding that he was okay with putting his career on the line if it meant speaking up for Palestine.

    “I don’t give a f*** if my job is on the line, because I’ll find another one. I’ll become a carpenter if I have to.”

    Truly an iconic move, and all of X (formerly Twitter) agrees.

    Prominent Hollywood actors are getting dropped by talent agencies or fired from projects for speaking up for Palestine. Hollywood legend Susan Sarandon was dropped by her talent agency after she went viral for attending pro-Palestinian protests, and Jenna Ortega chose to step out of the ‘Scream 7’ franchise after Spyglass Entertainment l fired Melissa Barrera for pro-Palestine posts on social media.

  • Korean actor Park Seo-Joon set to star in ‘The Marvels’ film

    Korean actor Park Seo-Joon set to star in ‘The Marvels’ film

    South Korean actor Park Seo-Joon is all set for his Hollywood debut with the superhero film ‘The Marvels’. The ‘What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim’ actor will reprise the role of Prince Han, the poster released on Marvel’s official X (formerly Twitter) account shows.

    The film also stars ‘Ms Marvel’ star Iman Vellani, Brie Larson and Samuel L. Jackson. It is all set for release on November 10. The official trailer was released on July 21.

    Park Seo-Joon has appeared in hit Korean dramas like ‘Fight For My Way’ and ‘Iteawon Class’.

  • Pakistani ‘Superhero’ Ms Marvel receives three Emmy nominations

    Pakistani ‘Superhero’ Ms Marvel receives three Emmy nominations

    Pakistani filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy’s ‘Ms Marvel’ has bagged three nominations at the Emmy awards, becoming the only Marvel series to be nominated.

    The series was nominated for Outstanding Picture Editing For A Limited Series, Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music, and Outstanding Music Composition For A Limited Series (Original Dramatic Score).

    The series will be competing next to some other popular series such as Guillermo Del Toro’s ‘Cabinet Of Curiosities’, ‘The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power’, and Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’.

    Ms Marvel made international waves last year as the first Pakistani superhero led Marvel series. It centers around Kamala Khan, a Pakistani-American Muslim girl, who on discovering a powerful bangle, realises that she is a superhero. Pakistani actors Fawad Khan, Mehwish Hayat, Nimra Bucha and Samina Ahmed also starred in the show.

    Another Pakistani documentary “The Accused: Damned Or Devoted” written and directed by Muhammad Ali Naqvi has made waves by being nominated at the prestigious awards. The documentary explores the rise of the late chief of the political party Tehreek Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) Khadim Hussain Rizvi, who was determined to protect Pakistan’s controversial blasphemy laws.

    HBO had scored the most Emmy nominations, with Succession scoring 27 nominations including Outstanding Drama Series, for which the studio’s other critically acclaimed series like ‘The Last Of Us’, ‘The White Lotus’ and ‘House Of The Dragon’ are also competing.

  • Lyari rapper Eva B honored as first Pakistani woman to feature on Grammy’s Global Spin

    Only a year after ‘Kanna Yaari’ burst on our screens, there’s no stopping Eva B. The Lyari based rapper is setting milestones with her performance at the Grammy’s ‘Global Spin’ show with her song ‘Sunrise in Lyari’.

    The Global Spin is a platform where international artists are highlighted. Her track is described as ‘an infectious rap song about her roots in Karachi.” She had also exclusively written the song for the platform.

    Sharing the achievement on her Instagram page, the ‘Rozi’ rapper called this achievement a ‘testament to the power of dreams and the relentless pursuit of excellence.”

    “In this moment, I’m overwhelmed with a mix of awe, gratitude, and a burning desire to represent my roots. Being a Pakistani woman to hit the Grammy GlobalSpin stage is a testament to the power of dreams and the relentless pursuit of excellence. ”

    Eva B had won hearts across Pakistan with her upbeat hit ‘Rozi’ which she sang for the ‘Ms Marvel’ soundtrack and later featured alongside with actress Sonya Hussyn for ‘Khoon Hai Karachi Ka’ for the crime thriller film ‘Daadal’

  • Binge-watch these movies, seasons this holiday week

    Binge-watch these movies, seasons this holiday week

    The first day of Eid-ul-Azha went flying by and I am sure all of you have your hearts and stomachs filled with warmth and love from being around your dear ones. Eid is one occasion when families and friends gather together and this becomes a great excuse to watch all the movies and seasons you have on your list.

    Here are a few recommendations.

    1: Ms Marvel

    Streaming on Disney+, Ms Marvel has already captivated audiences with a fine storyline, characters, and our own Pakistani stars featuring in it.

    Poster of Ms Marvel

    Fawad Khan has finally made an appearance in the fifth episode of Ms Marvel. Fawad plays a man from the pre-partition era. Pakistani actors Mehwish Hayat, Samina Ahmed, and Nimra Bucha are also playing important characters in the Marvel series.

    2: The Umbrella Academy:

    Packed with action, drama, science, fantasy, and a touch of superhero elements, the latest episodes of The Umbrella Academy are trending. Get some popcorn and binge-watch the season on Netflix.

    The Umbrella Academy poster

    3: Peaky Blinders:

    The Shelby brothers are back on Netflix with their latest season. This historical fiction and crime drama is back with Tommy Shelby, a dangerous man, who leads the Peaky Blinders and the show has massively great reviews.

    The Shelby brothers

    4: Man vs Bee:

    A homeless man looking for work is mistaken by a businesswoman for her new housesitter.

    Man vs Bee

    Rowan Atkinson is at his usual best with his comic timing in the British comedy streaming television miniseries.

    5: Modern Love:

    A co-production of Amazon Studios and the New York Times, this anthology series explores love in all of its complicated and beautiful forms, as well as its effects on the human connection. Each episode brings to life a different story that has been inspired by the newspaper’s popular Modern Love column.

    Modern Love poster

    6: Fleabag

    A dry-witted woman, known only as Fleabag, has no filter as she navigates life and love in London while trying to cope with tragedy. The angry, grief-riddled woman tries to heal while rejecting anyone who tries to help her, but Fleabag continues to keep up her bravado through it all. Catch Fleagbag on Amazon Prime with a pack of caramel popcorn and you will stay hooked.

    Poster of Fleabag

    7: Catastrophe

    During a business trip in London, an American named Rob meets Sharon, an Irish teacher with whom he shares incredible chemistry. While the two plan to have some fun with no strings attached, things go awry when Sharon learns she is pregnant. The unexpected news inspires the recent acquaintances to try and make it as a couple, despite nonstop complications that include hailing from different countries and a pregnancy that is not without risks. Get hooked to Catastrophe on Amazon Prime.

    Rob Delaney and Sharon Horgan play a couple dealing with the stresses of marriage in the Amazon Prime series Catastrophe. Delaney and Horgan also co-created and co-wrote the series.
  • Pakistani, Indian fans send love to Fawad for his debut role in Ms Marvel

    Pakistani, Indian fans send love to Fawad for his debut role in Ms Marvel

    Note: This story contains no spoilers

    Fawad Khan has finally made an appearance in the fifth episode of Ms Marvel. Fawad Khan is playing a character of a man from the pre-partition era. Pakistani actors Mehwish Hayat, Samina Ahmed and Nimra Buch are also playing important characters in the Marvel series.

    Internet users not only from Pakistan but from across the border are going gaga over Fawad Khan for his debut role.

    Read more- Ms Marvel slammed in reviews for being ‘Pakistani, Muslim’

    Have a look at some of the reactions:

    https://twitter.com/underooswebsss/status/1544592463427297286?s=21&t=EA3lbFMRfEHLGy71C08Wyg
    https://twitter.com/nimkislut/status/1544635475880579073?s=21&t=WpovarQkEovzCpdaF29XVw
    https://twitter.com/michaelnotscoot/status/1544586190304604162?s=21&t=WpovarQkEovzCpdaF29XVw
    https://twitter.com/faheemishere/status/1544630096098738176?s=21&t=EA3lbFMRfEHLGy71C08Wyg

    Ms Marvel is currently streaming on Disney+. Marvel’s first Pakistani Muslim woman superhero is being played by Iman Vellani.

  • Farhan Akhtar praises Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, shares experience on Ms Marvel

    Farhan Akhtar praises Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, shares experience on Ms Marvel

    Bollywood director and actor Farhan Akhtar penned a long statement of gratitude for the crew of Ms Marvel, including Pakistani director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy for her ‘guidance’.

    Ms. Marvel Snippet Gives Us the First Look at Farhan Akhtar in the MCU Show

    Akhtar, whose role in Ms Marvel is yet to be revealed, started his tweet off by writing: “The post is in appreciation of the creators, the directors and all those in front and behind the camera, who collaborated to make Ms Marvel what it is.”

    The Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara star gave a shout out to Chinoy, saying: “It is in appreciation of Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy for her guidance through my days of working on it.”

    He then went on to share his appreciation for Marvel itself, writing: “It is in appreciation of Marvel. I’m proud to be part of their conscious inclusiveness.”

    “This show is a celebration of diversity and it certainly will bring joy and pride of self-identity to millions of young girls and boys of the sub-continent.”

    Akhtar then moved to conclude his note, saying: “And last but not least, it is in appreciation of the wonderfully talented Iman Vellani. Be prepared to be thoroughly entertained and effortlessly charmed by her. Thank you and good luck, team Ms Marvel.”

  • Ms. Marvel slammed in reviews for being ‘Pakistani, Muslim’

    Ms. Marvel slammed in reviews for being ‘Pakistani, Muslim’

    Ms. Marvel is the highest-rated MCU series on Rotten Tomatoes but the lowest-rated MCU series on IMDB. The difference in rating hints towards something else, reports Forbes. The reason why there is a huge disparity in Ms. Marvel’s reviews on different platforms is that it is being ‘review-bombed’, as per Forbes.

    What is review-bombing?

    A review-bomb is an Internet phenomenon in which large groups of people leave negative user reviews online in an attempt to harm the sales and/or popularity of a product. Ms. Marvel is being review-bombed as users are spamming the series with a lot of 1-star reviews as compared to more than any other MCU series.

    As per the news outlet, apparently the show is getting negative reviews because it stars a Pakistani Muslim Girl. However, the other reasons could be that it is aimed at younger audience or the show has changed Ms Marvel’s powers from the comics.

    “Ms. Marvel is undisputably being review-bombed, namely because of the core identity of the character including her race and religion. It’s not surprising, but it still sucks.,” Paul Tasii writes.

    Ms. Marvel is currently streaming on Disney+ on. Marvel’s first Pakistani Muslim woman superhero is being played by Iman Vellani.

  • ‘I can’t deny that’: Fawad Khan confirms role in Disney’s Ms Marvel

    ‘I can’t deny that’: Fawad Khan confirms role in Disney’s Ms Marvel

    Ms Marvel is an upcoming American television miniseries created by Bisha K Ali for the streaming platform Disney+, based on the Marvel Comics character Kamala Khan / Ms Marvel and Pakistan’s superstar Fawad Khan has confirmed his role in it.

    Marvel’s first Pakistani Muslim woman superhero will be played by Iman Vellani. She will take on the role of Kamala Khan, a Pakistani-American teen based in New Jersey. Another talented Pakistani working on the project is filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, who will join Meera Menon, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fa.

    Earlier, rumors were making rounds on social media that Fawad Khan will be the part of upcoming series. Recently, Fawad Khan has confirmed his role in the upcoming Ms Marvel series, laying to rest months of speculation around the same.

    In a recent interview with Indian journalist Anupama Chopra, Fawad addressed questions about whether he was a part of the Marvel show to which he replied: “Yeah, I am.” He further reiterated, “I can’t deny that or lie about it because they have put out the news themselves.”

    Fawad will be starring alongside acclaimed performer Nimra Bucha who is part of the cast of the show.

    BBC journalist Haroon Rashid has also tweeted about Fawad’s role in the series.

    The series is set to premiere on Disney+ in late 2021.

  • ‘I am disgusted and horrified’: Hollywood’s Jameela Jamil gets emotional about the Noor Mukadam case

    ‘I am disgusted and horrified’: Hollywood’s Jameela Jamil gets emotional about the Noor Mukadam case

    Jameela Jamil is currently prepping for her Marvel debut after she was cast for a role on She-Hulk. The Good Place actress was informed about the rising violence against women in Pakistan over the last few weeks, especially Noor Mukadam’s shocking case.

    Noor Mukadam, 27, was stabbed to death and then beheaded according to her post mortem report.

    Jameela took to her Instagram stories to express her feelings on the horrific tragedy that Noor went through.

    Jameela has linked a story on Noor published in The Daily Beast to make people aware on what happened in Noor’s case.

    The alleged killer Zahir Jaffer is now in police custody and is being charged with murder. His parents are also in custody for trying to hide evidence and aiding and abetting.