Rajeev Khandelwal speaks out against banning Pakistani actors in India
At a time when cross-border collaborations between Indian and Pakistani artists have dwindled down to almost zero, Rajeev Khandelwal, the actor famous for drama Kahin To Hoga, has spoken up against the ban.
In a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble, Rajeev talked about his experience working with Humayun Saeed’s production and recalled the warm reception he received from Pakistani fans. “The Pakistani audience has always shown me so much love and respect. I remember loving the kind gifts I received and the wonderful conversations.” Khandelwal said.
He then said, “No artist, whether from Pakistan or anywhere else, should face a ban based on political factors. Such decisions should not dictate the career paths of actors.”
Rajeev Khandelwal also worked in the Pakistani drama Sun Leyna (2006), which was written by Seema Ghazal and produced by Humayun Saeed.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is heading to the U.S. for urgent eye treatment after a recent procedure in Mumbai did not go as expected.
According to Indian media, Shah Rukh Khan is scheduled to fly to the U.S. on Tuesday, July 30, to address complications from the earlier treatment.
A source close to the actor revealed that Khan had undergone an eye procedure at a Mumbai hospital on July 29, but it did not go as planned. The actor is now being rushed to the U.S. for further treatment.
Details about his condition and the specifics of the treatment are currently unavailable.
Police have arrested the mastermind behind a honey trap scheme targeting controversial writer Khalilur Rehman Qamar. Hassan Shah and his accomplice, Rafiq, were taken into custody in Peshawar. Shah is accused of leading a 12-member gang, including women, that allegedly trapped Qamar and then released compromising videos of him.
The police report reveals that Qamar was tricked into visiting a woman’s house, where he was recorded without his knowledge. Shah is accused of distributing these explicit videos online.
Qamar had previously claimed he was kidnapped. The investigation is ongoing, with Shah and Rafiq currently in custody. In total, 12 people, including the woman involved, have been arrested in connection with the case.
Qamar reported being abducted and robbed in Lahore. He alleged that Amna Urooj invited him to her house under the pretense of discussing a drama project. Once there, he was kidnapped by armed men, who later released him after taking a significant ransom was paid.
The FIR indicated that the kidnappers stole Qamar’s mobile phone, watch, and cash, and withdrew Rs250,000 from his ATM card. Qamar also stated that he was blindfolded and left in a deserted area before the suspects fled.
Today, we celebrate talented and beloved actress Yumna Zaidi 35th birthday. To pay tribute on her birthday, here are the top five dramas that impacted her career.
Dar Si Jati Hai Sila
Yumna played the role of Sila, a young girl haunted by the trauma of harassment. Her strong performance as the voice of victims echoed in the hearts of viewers. The drama is written by Bee Gul and directed by Kashif Nisar.
Inkaar
The role of Hajra, a strong-headed woman battling for justice after being brutally attacked, showed Yumna’s range as an actress. The drama was applauded for its hard hitting storyline and a powerful performance that brings to light the issues which most women face in the society. The drama is written by Zafar Mairaj and directed by Kashif Nisar
Pyar Ke Sadqay
She played the role of Mahjabeen in a drama that revolves around the story of two innocents who fall in love. It is written by Zanjabeel Asim Shah and directed by Farooq Rind.
Bakhtawar
It is an inspiring drama in which Yumna plays Bakhtawar’s role, a young lady with a stubborn resolve to change her fate and to fight against all odds in society. It is written by Nadia Akhtar and directed by Shahid Shafaat
Dil Na Umeed To Nahin
The talented powerhouse played Sumbul in the drama, a young girl who became an easy target for human traffickers. The drama is scripted by Amna Mufti and directed by Kashif Nisar.
Dania Shah, the widow of late TV host Dr. Aamir Liaquat, has announced that she has married again.
In a recent video, she revealed that she tied the knot with a man named Shehzad a few months ago. Dania explained that she was dealing with various personal challenges and needed a supportive partner. She accepted Shehzad’s proposal after careful thought. In another video, Shehzad introduced Dania to his friends and addressed any doubts about their relationship, confirming that they have been married for some time.
In 2022, Dania was arrested for allegedly distributing an intimate video of Aamir Liaquat but was later released by the court.
Wahaj Ali and Yumna Zaidi, two of the of the most famous young actors, have captured the hearts of fans worldwide. With their exceptional acting skills, they have amassed a huge social media following. Their blockbuster drama serial ‘Tere Bin’ has been a massive hit, nearing the milestone of 4 billion views on YouTube. Wahaj and Yumna have also done a project together before Tere Bin, working together in the past in the drama serial Dil Na Umeed To Nahi, which aired in 2021.
The two are participating in a meet and greet tour across the United States, interacting with fans in Dallas recently.
The Tere Bin stars gave their views on falling in love. Wahaj Ali said, “I don’t believe that a person falls in love just once in their life. There is no time limit to falling in love; it can happen at any time in life.”
Responding to a fan’s question, Zaidi said, “I am a very difficult sort of a person that is why I am still single. I don’t know why. Yes, it is a weird reason but I love to be single.”
Currently, Yumna is starring in the new drama Gentleman, playing the central character of Zarnab and Wahaj is busy with his upcoming drama shooting Sun Mere Dil along with Maya Ali. Tere Bin, written by Nooran Makhdoom and directed by Siraj Ul Haque, was a 58-episode series that aired on Geo Entertainment. Fans are eagerly anticipating season 2, where they will see the beloved duo back on screen together.
Renowned scriptwriter, poet, and lyricist Javed Akhtar’s X (formerly Twitter) account was hacked, according to Indian media reports.
Hackers took over Akhtar’s account and posted a message about the Indian team for the 2024 Olympics.
The 79-year-old, who frequently shares his thoughts on X, informed his followers about the hack on Sunday night.
Once he regained access to his account, Akhtar wrote, “My X ID was hacked. There is a message about our Indian team for the Olympics that wasn’t sent by me. It’s harmless, but it wasn’t from me.”
Akhtar did not specify when he noticed the hack or what exactly was posted.
He also told his 4.6 million followers that he is reporting the issue to X’s authorities.
Jungkook has reached a big milestone with his solo album, ‘GOLDEN,’ on Spotify. The latest chart (July 19-25) shows that ‘GOLDEN’ is now at number 23 on the ‘Weekly Top Albums Global’ chart, moving up six places from last week.
‘GOLDEN’ has made history as the first and longest-charting album by an Asian solo artist, staying on the chart for 38 weeks in a row. Jungkook’s solo songs are also doing well. ‘Seven’ is at number 48, and ‘Standing Next to You’ is at number 92 on the ‘Weekly Top Songs Global’ chart.
The album has set several records, including being the first Asian solo album to stay on the Spotify Global Album Chart for 38 weeks. It also had the highest weekly debut for an Asian solo artist with 195.3 million streams.
Jungkook is the first K-pop solo artist to have multiple songs, ‘Left and Right’ and ‘Seven,’ on the Spotify ‘Daily Top Songs Global’ chart for 300 days.
‘GOLDEN’ has also reached over 4 billion streams on Spotify, making it the fastest album by an Asian artist to hit this number. Additionally, it’s the fastest Asian album to have seven tracks each with over 100 million streams.
Aamina Sheikh, known for her exceptional acting talent, is not only celebrated for her compelling performances but also for her unwavering commitment to promoting arts and culture. During an interview with MomKast, Aamina Sheikh talked about that she planned to put her career on hold and focus only on her children.
Aamina said, “I would shoot a scene and I would nurse my daughter in between then I would go back to shooting, Nursing is such a big commitment on your body, so I wasn’t getting any break by feeding in between scenes, I was basically running a double shift.”
“After that, obviously her schooling and her routine became a priority. I also had to face some other challenges in life due to which I had to put my work aside and figure out the way forward, for myself and for my child, hence my move to Dubai.” Sheikh added. Recalling the difficult decision she had to make as a working mother, Aamina Sheikh shares, “And for a while, I had to choose what takes priority here? My child, and her future, or my passion? And I chose her. I took that break. I had to really redesign things and reestablish my family, my ground. I put work on the back burner and Alhumdulliah I could, monetarily speaking, because many women don’t have that option or support in their marriage, or are financially challenged. Well, I had that support from my parents and having worked so much and been so financially mindful all my life.”
After a long break, Aamina Sheikh is making a return to the spotlight with an exciting new project. She will soon be seen in Netflix’s upcoming series Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo.
Aamina Sheikh tied the knot with actor Mohib Mirza, in 2005, and they announced their divorced in 2018. The couple has daughter, named Meissa, in their 13-year marriage. She re-married businessman and entrepreneur, Omer Farooqi, in August 2020, and the couple had a son, named Issa, in 2021.
Famous actress Mahira Khan, known for her talent and beauty, recently delighted fans with a throwback dance video. The video, taken on the set of the movie ‘Neelofer,’ shows Mahira’s graceful dance moves, charming her followers.
In the video, Mahira is dancing with joy, showing her love for music. ‘Neelofer,’ a touching story about a writer and a blind woman falling in love, stars Mahira alongside Fawad Khan. Directed by Ammar Rassol, the film was released earlier this year.
Mahira shared her thoughts on music, saying, “I realized recently that nothing helps me escape as quickly as music does.” She mentioned that while looking through old videos, she remembered how dancing always makes her happy, even during tough times. “Even on days when my heart is breaking or I’m feeling sad… a song can take me somewhere else and make me happy for that moment,” she revealed.
She also said that her spontaneous dance moments are sometimes recorded by her makeup artist, friends, or husband because they find it sweet or funny.
