Tag: Pakistani Celebrities

  • Areeba Habib schools political leaders over ‘uncivilised’ behaviour

    Areeba Habib appeared on Geo’s Jashan-e-Cricket where she had a discussion about her industry, work and sociopolitical matters. The Jalan actress said that before joining politics, politicians should go to schools to learn manners.

    The actress was commenting on the recent incident of the use of foul language during the budget speech of Opposition Leader Shehbaz Sharif. Moments after Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president started speaking, he was greeted with loud slogans and whistles from the treasury benches.

    “I think they all should be admitted to a finishing school before getting into politics so that they can learn [manners] and learn how to behave with each other.”

    “But not everyone is like this, there are some good [politicians] too,” she added.

    When the host asked what should they learn in finishing school? Areeba replied that they should learn how to be civilised and to be patient.

  • Five best performances of Birthday girl Kubra Khan

    Kubra Khan is celebrating her 28th birthday today. The actress has achieved stardom in a short time span and is currently amongst the most sought after leading ladies in Pakistan.

    Here’s a list of her 5 best performances:

    Alif

    Alif is Kubra’s most critically acclaimed perfromance in which she made us feel her pain as Husn-e-Jahan. The play aired on Geo Entertainment in 2019-20. Directed by Haseeb Hassan it was penned by Umera Ahmed.

    Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2

    Kubra played the main lead in Pakistan’s biggest blockbuster till date and made us like her character in Nadeem Baig’s Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 was released in 2018. Humayun and Kubra’s chemistry was admired by many and that was one of the things that kept the audiences intact.

    Muqabil

    The drama aired between 2016 to 2017. It had an intense yet emotional tone. Kubra looked really comfortable working with legendry actor Asif Raza Mir and showcased her range as a serious actress.

    Khuda Aur Mohabbat

    Kubra Khan played the character of ”Sarah Isaac” in the drama serial, the drama which was loved by the masses, her on-screen chemistry with Imran Abbas was appreciated. Kubra gave a sensitive performance in the play.

    Alif Allah Aur Insaan

    The drama serial Alif Allah aur Insaan was a major hit, written by Qaisera Hayat it showed Kubra’s growth as an actress with a better accent. Kubra’s played Nazneen who dared to sacrifice all she had for love.

    Many people from the entertainment industry wished Kubra on her 28th birthday:

  • ‘Kuch badtamiz log thappar deserve kartay hain’: Sonya Hussyn

    Sonya Hussyn recently appeared on Geo News’ sports show, Jashan-e-Cricket hosted by Shahzad Iqbal. When the host asked Sonya about her opinion on Special Assistant to the Punjab Chief Minister Firdous Ashiq Awan’s slap incident with PPP MNA Qadir Khan Mandokhail, Sonya replied that some people deserve to be slapped.

    “When you appear on TV then you have some responsibility to behave well. If someone deserves it then it’s alright but one should not disrespect women, for instance, Khalil Sahab disrespected women. When you are on a media platform then you should keep your personal views aside and talk responsibly,” she said.

    Firdaus Ashiq Awan accused PPP MNA of verbally harassing her and slandering her father.

  • ‘We should marry more than once’: Feroze Khan

    Feroze Khan graced Ahsan Khan’s chat show with his sister Humaima Malick on Time Out with Ahsan Khan, the actor has been lately making news for his controversial statements.

    On being asked if he thinks he married at an early age, the Khaani actor answered that he doesn’t think so and one should marry more than once.

    “I should have married at a younger age, marriage is a learning experience,” said Feroze.

    “I think we should marry more than once like our Prophet (PBUH),” he added.

    On the work front, Feroze Khan can be seen in Geo’s Khuda Aur Mohabbat 3, co-starring Iqra Aziz. The episode will go on air this weekend.

  • Coke Studio 2021: Rohail Hyatt’s loss is Xulfi’s gain?

    Musician Xulfi will be taking over Coke Studio’s forthcoming season. The Aghosh singer has confirmed the news on his Twitter handlle. Zulfiqar Jabbar Khan popularly known as Xulfi is a producer, singer-songwriter, composer and guitarist.

    “Shuru karain? (Let’s begin?),” the official twitter handle of Coke studio wrote while tagging Xulfi in the post to which the singer responded with a smile emoji, confirming that he is now taking over Coke Studio.

    Earlier, this year in March Rohail Hyatt, during a Twitter exchange with a fan, revealed that he is stepping down as Coke Studio’s (CS) producer.

    Rohail later in a twitter exchange suggested that Xulfi is the best option to replace him a s producer.

    Hyatt joined Coke Studio in 2008 with its first season but stepped down after 6 seasons. He was later brought back for the 12th season in 2019, though it failed to impress audiences. Rohail also produced the latest Season 13, which had only twelve songs due to COVID-19 restrictions and lockdowns.

  • Malik Sisters think Maryam Aurangzeb, Sheikh Rashid and Shafqat Mahmood are actors

    Humaima Malik and Dua Malik made an appearance on ARY’s Har Lamha Purjosh where they spilled the beans on their professional and personal dynamics. On being asked by the anchor Waseem Badami which politician they think look like an actor, Dua answered Maryam Aurangzeb and Humaima said she thinks Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed and Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood are good actors.

    During the interview the host asked her to give an advice for Momina Mustehsan to which Humaima replied, “Jesus kar ke tweet krna chor dein about Pakistani women”.

    The Bol actress added, “And stop comparing people by classifying them,” adding that every women is equal. “Every woman is equal, whether it is Qandeel Baloch or Mahira Khan, no one can be [classified] as cool or not cool”.

  • Sonya Hussyn doesn’t know who her co-star Faryal Mehmood is?

    In a recent interview with Time out with Ahsan Khan revealed that she does not know who Faryal Mehmood is. It is pertinent to mention here that both the actresses share a turbulent history with each other.

    Faryal Mehmood replaced Sonya Hussyn in the Faysal Qureshi, Amina Sheikh and Zahid Ahmed starrer, Sorry-A Love Story after Sonya opted out of it over issues with the production team.

    Earlier, in another interview when Sonya was asked about Faryal she did not know any actor of such name.

    Sonya and Faryal worked together in a 2015’s drama serial Farwa Ki ABC directed by Sohail Javed, Faryal was new in the industry and played a supporting role in the play headlined by Sonya.

    Farwa Ki ABC - Wikipedia

    Sonya and Faryal exchanged in a social media war after the drama where Sonya made fun of her appearance and upcoming project. Faryal reverted back with salty comments and asked Sonya to “Take a rickshaw to where you came from”.

  • ‘Don’t let the abuser get by,’ Zara Noor slams Firdous Awan for misconduct

    ‘Don’t let the abuser get by,’ Zara Noor slams Firdous Awan for misconduct

    Zara Noor Abbas has questioned Special Assistant to the Punjab Chief Minister Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan’s misconduct and getting into a physical altercation with the PPP MNA Qadir Khan Mandokhail.

    Raising a very important question on Twitter, Zara said: “And had this been a man slapping a woman and abusing her on a talk show. What would have we done to him?”

    Zara further wrote: “But now it’s a man! What will we do now? Please don’t let the abuser get by. Man or woman!”

    The incident occurred when the two appeared on Express News’ talk show, Kal Tak, hosted by Javed Chaudhry. What started as a discussion about the government’s performance and excessive load shedding in parts of the country, turned into a shouting match between the two over the recent train collision in Sindh’s Ghotki district which claimed the lives of more than 60 people.

    Singer and actor Farhan Saeed, also condemned the incident, saying: “Thapar, chantay, galiyan, taney, trolling, memes, judgemental. Which country comes to mind?”

    “Khuda ke liye be a nation and not a crowd, Allah ki kasam Pakistan ko kisi se khatra nahin hai but Pakistanis se ! Abhi bhi time hai, hamesha nahin reheyga,” he added.

    Ali Zafar also agreed with the Sajni singer on his stance.

  • Hira Mani, Sami Khan to headline Fahad Mustafa’s upcoming biggie

    Hira Mani and Sami Khan are set to star together in Badar Mehmood’s directorial, produced by Fahad Mustafa.  This will be their first project together as a pair. The first shooting schedule is already wrapped up and the team is ready to start their second schedule later this month.

    Written by Qaisera Hayat of Alif Allah Aur Insaan fame, the drama also features Sumbul Iqbal and Raqeeb Se actor, Hamza Sohail in pivotal roles. Senior actress Marina Khan has been roped in for a significant role too.

    The drama is expected to be released towards the end of this year.

  • Affan Waheed turned down a Hollywood film starring Nicole Kidman

    In a recent interview with Something Haute actor Affan Waheed revealed that he refused a character in a Hollywood project which could have landed him a role opposite Nicole Kidman.

    Affan shared he could not accept the role because he had commitments with his project MASTANI, and the role demanded a lot of effort and time which he could not commit to adding that his family and friends were disappointed due to his decision.

    The actor further revealed that he had received an offer on Facebook by Rajkumar Hirani but he had gotten to know about it after 2-3 years.

    On the work front the Galati actor can be currently seen in ARY’s Shadi Mubarak Ho.