Aiman and Minal Khan have penned emotional notes to remember their late father.
Sharing a picture of herself and Aiman with their father on Instagram, Minal wrote: “Baba apni Hani aur Moon k sath. Ek din phr mileinge Baba aur sab keh deinge.”
Earlier, Aiman had also shared pictures of herself and her father from her wedding day, writing: “You’re my first love, I’ll miss you forever. Rest in peace my strong man.”
Nadia Khan, who recently tied the knot, has spilled details about her husband Faisal Mumtaz on social media, saying that he is not new to the media.
In a social media post, the popular morning show host revealed that her husband is a retired PAF officer and fighter pilot.
“He is known to be one of the most competent and distinguished pilots with 30 years of Flying and Management experience with leading air forces of the world,” shared Nadia. “Faisal has over 4000 flying hours on Mirage, F-7, Hawk Grob, T-37, Cessna, and other aircrafts. Apart from that, he has topped all the major training courses both in Pakistan and the UAE. He retired from the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) as Wing Commander in 2009 after serving for 18 years and joined the UAE Air Force first as Instructor Pilot and then as Chief of Safety.”
She also revealed that her husband is not new to media since he was featured in ISPR’s song Hawa ka Sipahi by Najam Sheraz.
Nadia also revealed that “Faisal is the son of journalist and former director of News & Current Affairs PTV late Mumtaz Hamid Rao. Rao was one of the founders of Pakistan Television and one of the first journalists to set up PTV News.”
She added that her husband’s mother is a housewife and hails from Jammu.
Nadia also shared details of Faisal’s family, what his brothers do, adding that his son Hayyan is pursuing his engineering degree in the US.
While many initially believed that it is Nadia’s third marriage, the morning show host cleared the speculations with a comment in which she clarified that it was her second marriage.
“Kiaan is my adopted son and this is my second marriage,” wrote Nadia.
Ayesha Omar gave a befitting reply to a troll who criticised her for her choice of outfit.
Commenting under a post which talked about how Omar promoted women empowerment by wearing a local label run by two women to the Lux Style Awards, a social media user commented: “If she is promoting women to expose of their body (via such clothes), then that surely is not ‘women empowerment’.”
“Such a misquoted term,” they added.
Responding to the comment, Ayesha wrote: “I’m definitely not promoting/ asking/urging women to expose their bodies. That is their own choice as wearing this dress was mine. As wearing whatever you want is yours.”
Talking about the outfit, Ayesha said: “This dress was sent to me as it is. I had no input in the design, length, structure or type of dress they were making for me. They only asked for my size. They contacted me themselves and sent me this outfit in June.”
The actor continued: “I wasn’t paid to wear or promote it either and was waiting for an appropriate opportunity to wear it. I’m promoting and showcasing their work/talent: the beautiful beaded hand embellishments.”
“If you could look beyond a bit of my limbs showing, it would be nice to appreciate someone’s hard work without being judgmental. Try it. It uplifts both parties.”
Ayesha concluded her note by sharing the meaning of the word empowerment.
In another comment, when a user remarked that such outfits provoke rape cases, Ayesha hit back saying: “Oh so that explains 4-month-old babies, 5-year-olds and 7-year-old girls and being raped?”
Later, in an Instagram post, Ayesha said that 2020 was a crazy year and she saw many people suffer physically, emotionally and financially which is why she decided to would try and help as many people as she could in whatever capacity.
“One of those ways was to use my social media platforms to promote social causes, NGOs, public service messages and small businesses throughout the year. (completely free of charge),” said the actor. “Every day I would receive quite a few packages, messages and queries and I tried to promote as many products and services as I could.”
Hania Aamir, in a video posted to her YouTube channel, has announced that she will now be making TikTok videos as she is obsessed with them.
The first video that she tried making involved her entering the car from one door and exiting from the other. When she exits the second door, her clothes change.
The second and third videos involved her indulging in tricks in which she instantly changed her clothes and shoes.
While Hania’s initial TikTok videos were viral challenges, she wanted to make some original content so she decided to make a video in which she plays the double-role of a mother and daughter. As the daughter enters the house, apparently from a late-night party, the mother waits for her with a slipper in her hand. The daughter runs to her room to dodge the slipper but the slipper follows her to the room and starts banging on the door.
Once the banging stops, the daughter thinks she is safe but immediately the slipper hits her head and her outfit changes and she turns into a girl who does house chores.
Ending the video, Hania asked her followers to rate her TikTok videos by commenting ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’.
Minal Khan’s upcoming project with Yasir Hussain Pyaas will highlight the life of underprivileged women of Kohala Paien, Haripur who walk many miles every day to fetch water for their daily use.
Sharing pictures from the sets and details about her character, Minal said: “Shameem is a window for me to look into the life of underprivileged women of Kohala Paien, Haripur who walk through many miles to fetch water for their daily use.”
“Portraying a girl who goes through all this was really a lifetime experience for me,” remarked the actor.
Minal also shared that the film will highlight water crisis in the country.
“Water we consume daily and don’t realise how precious it is for someone living nearby,” said Minal. “Pyaas is the first drop to a series by Wajahat Hussain who is aiming to highlight such issues through a number of plays/ short films.”
Wishing Hussain good luck, Khan wrote: “Thank you for giving me a challenging character. I am available in all my capacity for any such opportunity next time too.”
Earlier, Yasir had also shared a picture with his co-star Khan and Wajahat from the sets of the film.
According to details, Pyaas is expected to release next month. Besides Yasir and Minal, the short film will also feature Nazar Hussain, Tipu Shah and Madiha Rizvi.
Mahira Khan penned a heartfelt note for veteran actress Marina Khan on her birthday.
Sharing a picture of the two, Mahira wrote: “To the world, Marina Khan is Pakistan’s ultimate sweetheart! To me Marina is my first friend in this industry.”
“Her and her husband Kuchu were the first people to make me feel welcome,” revealed Mahira. “They have unconsciously, had a very big part to play in who I am today.”
“The way I conduct myself, the way I am with my juniors and seniors, the way I try to handle success and failure.. so much of it is because of all those days and nights spent at their home,” she continued. “A home which is always open to all, where I met some of the most amazing people.”
Yasra Rizvi has hit back at critics of her latest projects Dunk and Churails. She also responded to those who are criticising her character, Jugnu Chaudhary, from Churails.
In a social media post, Yasra wrote: “Many saw Jugnu as a drunkard druggie who was selling be-hayai in the name of women empowerment and many think Saira will cause serious negative repercussions for harassment victims because she is a character in a story about false allegations.”
“No one really knows who I am and what I do every day, how I work, what I truly believe in, many haven’t watched Churails or will not watch all the 20 something episodes of Dunk,” she continued.
“Many don’t know anything about my body of work and its detail to really understand what is it that I even stand for BUT everyone gets to talk because I am out there doing my thing so talk away,” remarked Rizvi.
Rizvi has done a number of dramas on television along with web series Churails and Ayesha. Senti Aur Mental is her upcoming Lollywood comedy film debut. The film is directed, written and cast by herself along with Zain Afzal, and Yousaf Bashir Qureshi as a lead cast. Initially, the film was set to release in 2020 but was stalled due to COVID.
Her latest project Dunk which has been produced by Fahad Mustafa has come under fire after Mustafa stated that the drama “is a tribute to every victim who has been falsely accused of sexual harassment”.
Beside Rizvi, Dunk also features Bilal Abbas Khan, Sana Javed, Shahood Alvi, Fahad Sheikh, Tara Mahmood, Saifi Hassan, Salma Hassan, Kanwal Khan, Noman Ejaz, and Azekah Daniel. It has been written by Mohsin Ali Shah and directed by Badar Mehmood.
Mahira Khan, who is currently in quarantine after testing positive for COVID-19, has revealed how she has been keeping herself busy during this time.
“I have listened to old songs, read lots, written and written and written, watched some amazing films, smiled while thinking of life and cried too, lit candles and then re-lit some more every night,” shared the actor.
She further said that she missed her son and loved ones dearly but “in my moments of pain and discomfort..I could only thank the universe for the life I have lived and continue to live. Every little thing – all the tender mercies and blessings.”
“Alhumdulillah,” added Mahira, before thanking her fans and followers for their birthday wishes once again.
Concluding her note, she said, “Here I am, sitting on top of a roof.. watching the sky in all its glory. Added Madam Noor Jehan’s Chaandni Raatein to it.”
“‘We only truly die when we are forgotten’ – She lives every day and forever,” wrote Mahira. Noor Jehan’s 20th death anniversary was observed on December 23.
Meanwhile, Ahmed Ali Butt shared a picture of himself with his grandmother on social media to remember her on her death anniversary.
“Always in our hearts,” wrote Ahmed in the caption.
Madam’s granddaughter, Natasha Ali Lakhani also gave tribute to her grandmother by dressing up like her in a white silk saree and similar makeup. She also shared a video of her mother and aunts talking about their late mother.
Mahira Khan, who is celebrating her birthday in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19, has thanked her fans, friends and family for their good wishes and prayers.
In an Instagram story, the actor wrote: “I’m going to try and reply to all the love and messages I have received in this time. And all the wonderful birthday messages, letters and videos too.”
Mahira shared that is better and on her way to recovery.
“Have no doubt in my heart that all of your prayers worked their magic. I felt the love, I felt it all. I love love you all,” added the actor.
Not sure if we heard correctly, but looks like Fahad Mustafa just shaded Fawad Afzal Khan and Mahira Khan for going to Bollywood.
In a recent interview, the actor while talking about his stardom said: “Sab chalay gaye India or mein yahan reh gaya. Main superstar ban gaya. Koi tha hee nahi.”
“Ab sab Turkey jayen gay. Main yaheen hoon,” he continued. “Turkey eik din visa band karay ga sab kay. Uss kay baad hum reh jayen gay.”
“Believe in your audience. Believe in your people,” he added. “Apnay logon ko banao gay toh acha bhi lagay ga.”
Defending Nand and Jalan, Fahad said: “People are watching Nand and Jalan. If they weren’t watching the dramas then they won’t be talking about it.”
“I am proud of Balaa, Cheekh, Nand and Jalan. We can’t educate people with every drama but we do what we can. I try to attract people with unique titles of my dramas. That’s why my dramas have such titles. If Nand had another name, people might not watch it.”
He continued: “This is the age of social media and people are watching ‘pocket films’. To keep the audiences engaged for 26 to 30 episodes, we try to make content that creates curiosity and keep viewers hooked.”
Fahad then went on to say that people and critics should wait for a drama to end before passing their judgements and remarks.
“People are talking and criticising them [Jalan, Nand] because they are recent dramas. Being the producer of these two dramas, I own and like both of the dramas. Poor or rich, everyone is talking about them,” stated Fahad.
Concluding his remarks, the actor said: “I think this drama does not have any unethical content. If anyone didn’t like it, then they have mental issues.”
