Tag: Sajal Aly

  • Saboor Aly dislikes being compared with elder sister Sajal

    In a recent interview with BBC Urdu Saboor Aly opened up about people comparing her with sister Sajal Aly.

    “There are comparisons between me and Sajal when it comes to work,” said Saboor adding, “People compare us online and create competition.”

    The actress further added, “At times it’s about who is more prettier and successful, I would just like to say, both of us have our own identities so please acknowledge that.”

    Earlier this month, Sajal Aly posted a picture of her on Instagram and netizens including Mahira Khan are thinking that Sajal resembles a lot like her sister Saboor in the picture.

  • Netizens demand a ban on Ahad and Sajal starrer Dhoop Ki Deewar

    Netizens demand a ban on Ahad and Sajal starrer Dhoop Ki Deewar

    The Zee5’s original Pakistani web series Dhoop Ki Deewar featuring Sajal Aly and Ahad Raza Mir sparked a controversy on social media as #BanDhoopKiDeewar trended on twitter.

    The trailer of the series has been released on Youtube and after watching it, Pakistanis think that the story of the project is against the Two-Nation Theory presented by the founders of the country. The Kashmir angle has also aggravated the backlash.

    The story of the web series revolves around Pakistan-India tensions at the Line of Control (LOC) in Kashmir. Sajal appears as Sara from Pakistan and Ahad as Vishal from India, both lost their fathers during firing at the LOC. Later on, the characters share their grief through social media leading to their friendship which came as a surprise for their families.

    Here’s how Pakistanis reacted to this story:

    https://twitter.com/Arslan_Sadiq/status/1405848030050390018?s=20
    https://twitter.com/dawoodawan99/status/1405840897749700611?s=20
    https://twitter.com/MuzaffarAruba/status/1405834522600509448?s=20

    https://twitter.com/Rashid2k21/status/1405831242126352385?s=20
    https://twitter.com/UmeHareemLhr/status/1405845032800821255?s=20

    https://twitter.com/abdullah_gps/status/1405865098250489860?s=20

    While defending all the criticism, the writer of the web series, Umera Ahmed came up with a clarification on her digital media accounts.

    Zee5’s Dhoop Ki Deewar will be premiering on June 25.

  • Dhoop Ki Deewar’s trailer promises an engaging tale with the message of peace

    Dhoop Ki Deewar’s trailer promises an engaging tale with the message of peace

    After delivering super successful dramas together with Yaqeen Ka Safar and Yeh Dil Mera, Ahad Raza Mir and Sajal Aly are set to treat their fans in an engaging cross-border tale of love, hate and nationalism directed by Haseeb Hassan.

    Sajal plays Sara from Pakistan and Ahad essays the role of Vishal from India. The trailer provides us an insight on how the militant attacks at the border from both the sides effect the normal people and their livelihood in a gruesome manner.

    The series attempts at normalizing the similarities that Indians and Pakistanis share rather than clouting the differences between the two. It reflects on the similar family structure and values on both sides of the border. If a Pakistani gets hurt and affected by the militant strikes so does the Indians. It also ponders on the point in the fights of governments and militants, its the normal citizen which gets affected.

    What makes the screenplay more gripping is the connection shared between Sara and Vishal who fall for each other through social media despite not meeting each other even once knowing the fact that their future is not in their hands and that their countries are at loggerheads. The two stand in front of their families to defend their lover and even try to improve the fabricated narrative about their partner’s community.

    The background score adds to the intrigue of the screenplay whereas crisp editing works for the show’s mise-en-scene, making the narrative fast paced and engaging.

    Dhoop Ki Deewar is an ensemble and stars Manzar Sehbai, Sawera Nadeem, Samiya Mumtaz, Zaib Rehman, Samina Ahmed, Zoya Nasir and child star Sami Khan in pivotal roles. It premieres on June 25 on Zee5.

  • Sajal, Mahira and Saboor indulge in a fun banter on Instagram

    Sajal Aly posted a picture of her on Instagram and netizens including Mahira Khan are thinking that Sajal resembles a lot like her sister Saboor in the picture.

    “Ajeeb daastan hay yeh”, Sajal wrote in the caption of the picture.

    Mahira Khan left a comment on Sajal’s picture, “Oh My God, you look so much like Saboor”.

    “So pretty,” she added.

    Sajal wal quick to reply to Mahira’s comment. “Saboor yeh sun kar behad khush hogi,” she wrote on a humorous note.

    Saboor jumped into the conversation to add, “Wohi main kahoon aaj itni pyari Kesay lag rahi hai”, followed by some emojis.

    Mira Sethi and Mahira Khan are on the same page as Mira also left a comment under Sajal’s post saying that Sajal look so much like Saboor in the picture”.

  • Six Dramas to look forward in the second half of 2021

    Six Dramas to look forward in the second half of 2021

    The local drama industry is going through major content crises due to the repetition of themes and lack of experimentation. This was the reason that kept megastars like Mahira Khan and Saba Qamar away from the small screen platform for the last few years. However, the scenario seems to be getting better as some key upcoming projects are based on unique stories and trailblazing screenplays with fresh star-cast. We present to you the six most exciting dramas to look forward to in the second half of the year.

    Ishq-e-Laa

    Riding high on the success of his last venture, Dushman E Jaan, Director Amin Iqbal has managed to pull off a casting coup by getting on-board a stellar cast in his upcoming biggie. Powerhouse performers Sajal Aly and Yumna Zaidi are the leading ladies of this ambitious project, penned by the veteran writer, Qaisera Hayat of Alif Allah Aur Insaan fame. It features debutant Azaan Sami Khan as the leading hero, along with Adnan Samad Khan of Ehd-e-Wafa fame.

    Hum Kahan Kay Sachay Thay

    Superstar Mahira Khan is making a comeback to the medium of television after 5 years in this Farooq Rind directorial, co-starring Kubra Khan and Usman Mukhtar. Based on Umera Ahmed’s novel of the same title, this drama is apparently based around a dysfunctional family and sheds light on the impact of flawed parenting on children.

    Actress Zainab Qayoom plays a pivotal role in the drama and also shared her excitement for the shooting spell.

    Laa Pata

    Amidst a barrage of melodramatic scripts and emotionally turbulent screenplays, this drama promises to be in the light-hearted space. Produced by Momina Duraid, Laa Pata boasts of a stellar star-cast headlined by Ayeza Khan, Sarah Khan, Ali Rehman Khan and Gohar Rasheed.

    Gohar shared an interesting BTS from the sets of this Khizer Idrees directorial on Instagram. Ayeza plays the character of a TikToker, “Geeti Princess” and asked fans to follow her character’s account on video sharing app.

    Tumharay Husn Ke Naam

    All You Need To Know About Saba Qamar's Upcoming Drama

    Imran Abbas and Saba Qamar are collaborating for the first time in this Saqib Khan directorial. After giving stellar performances in Baaghi and Cheekh, Saba Qamar took a break from television and shot for two feature films which will release post the pandemic woes. Written by Sara Qayyum, it also features Chupke Chupke fame, Sidra Niazi and Asad Siddiqui in significant roles. In his latest interview with Dawn, Imran said, “The subject is very nice and unusual, different from what is happening these days.”

    Saba makes sure through her Instagram that her fans remain curious about the project.

    Ishq Hai

    Fahad Mustafa has roped in Danish Taimoor and Minal Khan for his upcoming production venture. The serial is touted to be a love story with some major plot twists. It is being directed by Jalan fame Abiz Raza. The project has been on floors since March 2021 and is expected to release towards the end of this month. Ishq Hai‘s team shared its multiple posters today on social media platforms, giving their fans a solid tease.

    Amanat

    Urwa Hocane and Imran Abbas put their fans into frenzy when they announced their next drama for ARY Digital, Amanat. This dynamic on-screen pair has been having great fun on their sets and even shared some moments with their fans, including a video in which they are singing together. It boasts of an ensemble star-studded cast with names like, Saboor Ali, Haroon Shahid, Gohar Rasheed, Salman Saeed, Saba Pervaiz, Babar Ali, and Sheheryar Zaidi among others.

    Music composer, Naveed Nashad has worked on its OST after delivering a chartbuster with Do Bol.

  • 7 Celebrity duos oozing BFF goals

    7 Celebrity duos oozing BFF goals

    In an industry with cut-throat competition, and inconsistent friendships, some bonds standout due to their consistency and public display of affection. Here’s a list of BFFs from the local entertainment industry who give us major BFF goals.

    Sajal Aly – Zara Noor Abbas

    Sajal Aly and Zara Noor Abbas became best friends much before Zara became an actress. Their bond started when Sajal shot multiple series in a row with Zara’s mother, Asma Abbas. They are frequently spotted together at various events, capturing their special moments like all best friends. Zara revealed in an interview that Sajal played a pivotal role in her marriage with the actor Asad Siddiqui.

    Read More: Sajal and Ahad’s Dhoop Ki Deewar to premiere this month on ZEE5

    Faysal Quraishi – Aijaz Aslam

    Faysal Quraishi and Aijaz Aslam have been friends since the initial years of their illustrious careers and have always flaunted their camaraderie on chat shows and game shows. The two have collaborated professionally on multiple successful projects, Main Aur Tum, Kis Din Mera Viyah Howay ga, Yariyan and Meri Unsuni Kahani to name a few. Both recieved critical acclaim for convincingly playing two best friends in ARY’s Log Kya Kahenge.

    Maya Ali – Wahaj Ali

    Wahaj Ali and Maya Ali are childhood best friends, the two have been spotted together at different events and ceremonies including her brother’s wedding, where the two posed like true childhood best friends and performed at the chartbuster song, Muqabala.

    Mehwish Hayat – Azfar Rehman

    Mehwish Hayat and Azfar Rehman is another duo that is known for their friendship in the entertainment world. They have worked together on blockbuster projects like Punjab Nahi Jaungi and Wajahat Rauf’s Challawa. Mehwish claimed on Nida Yasir’s show that Azfar is her best friend. Mehwish even pranked Azfar’s mother-in-law on his wedding day and told her that Azfar has cheated on Mehwish, by agreeing to marry her daughter, which everyone believed until Azfar told everyone that Mehwish is just pulling his leg, proving how real their friendship is.

    Sanam Jung – Imran Abbas

    Sanam Jung debuted alongside Imran Abbas in the hit television series, Dil-e-Muztar. They continued their professional association with another successful drama, Alvida, The two gradually turned into really good friends. On HSY’s talk show, Imran mentioned that even while he was in India, shooting for his Bollywood debut, co-starring Bipasha Basu, Sanam used to call him to check on his health. During an Interview with Ahsan Khan, Sanam said that she considers Imran Abbas her true friend in the industry and she wants him to shift to her city, Karachi, from Imran’s hometown, Lahore.

    Ayesha Omar – Maria Wasti

    Maria and Ayesha faced the biggest controversy of their career together when a bunch of private pictures from their vacation in Thailand surfaced on the internet much before the social media’s boom in Pakistan. The criticism that they received for posing in swimwear was panned by the general public and a section of the media. This dynamic duo of best friends appeared on HSY’s chat show, where Ayesha revealed that it made them stronger. Ayesha recently made an appereance on Maria’s game show, ‘Cororon Mein Khel’.

    Saboor Aly – Minal Khan

    For the section of the media which claims that two actresses in the same league can’t be friends, Saboor and Minal prove them wrong. The two are always spotted at each other’s special occasions. Saboor shared on Timeout with Ahsan Khan, that Minal shares all her life secrets with her. Minal also made Saboor meet boyfriend before they officially got engaged. Being a true best friend, Saboor took Minal’s sister, Aiman Khan’s televised advice about her weight in the right spirit.

  • Mother’s Day 2021: Celebrities shower love on their mothers

    Mother’s Day 2021: Celebrities shower love on their mothers

    A mother’s love is like none other and while mothers should be celebrated every day, every year comes a day entirely dedicated to them giving everyone to chance to let their mothers know how much they mean to them. Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May. Some celebrate the day with their mothers, showering them with gifts and flowers, while others celebrate them in their memories. Like every year, this year too Pakistani celebrities expressed their love for their Moms on social media, giving the day more traction.

    Check out some sweet wishes below:

    Imran Abbas

    Sharing a picture of himself kissing his mother’s foot, Abbas said: “‘Beshuk Jannat Maañ ke qadmon ke neechay hai’. I am nothing without you Maañ Ji, my ‘Jannat’!”

    “May I always keep kissing your feet till I am alive,” he added.

    Maya Ali

    “Meri pyaari Amma, thank you for making me what I am today,” said Maya. “Thank you for letting me know how to deal with the bad and good. Thank you for telling me that whatever happens, whatever someone says, whether it’s good or bad, you have to be positive and always think positive. I never used to understand before, but now I know what you meant. I am proud that I am your daughter. Love you Amma.”

    Sajal and Saboor Aly

    The Aly sisters remembered their late mother by sharing old photographs of her.

    “I have so much left to say to you. Not a day passes by that you don’t cross my mind. The fact that you’re no longer here will always cause me pain but you’re always in my heart,” wrote Saboor, alongside a picture of her mother.

    “I know that you still hear me Mama, so please know this is true, that everything I’m today is all because of you. I miss you every day. You didn’t go alone, part of me went with you,” she added before going on to wish mothers across the world a Happy Mother’s Day.

    “Take care of your mother because you will never get another,” said Saboor.

    Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain

    Posting a picture of herself and her mother from her godh bharai, Iqra said that she has no words to express how blessed she is to have her mother.

    Iqra, who is also expecting her first child, said that she can’t wait for her little one to come and experience her grandmother’s love. The actor added that she is lucky to have her mother to hold her hand through it all.

    Yasir shared a photo of himself with his late mother and said: “Yeh tasweer zaroor dhundli ho gai hai magar Amma aap ki yaad nahi. Love you. Aaj mother’s day hai aur 12 baje aap ki barsi. Meray liye Mother’s Day ko hamesha yaad rehny wala din bana dia.”

    Babar Azam

    Pakistani skipper Babar Azam paid a heartfelt tribute to his mother, writing: “Mama Ji, beyond your love, support, care and kindness I do not exist. Forever in your debt. May Allah SWT keep your shade on us.”

    Asim Azhar

    Asim called his mother his “queen”.

    Sonya Hussyn

    Sonya took to Instagram and shared a picture of herself with her mother, saying: “I know Ammi that you’ve gone through a lot of struggle and pain in life. But I promise I won’t let all that go in vain. I want to do justice to every time you believed in me. I will grow up, to be the best I can be. I promise! I don’t know where life will take me as I grow old, but what I do know is that I will never be a person as big as you are.”

    She also prayed for her happiness and a long life.

    Momal Sheikh

    Momal shared a scenic photo with her mother. She also wrote:”My lovely mother, you are my life and my world. I am alive because of you.”

    Alizeh Shah

    Alizeh shared a beautiful selfie of herself with her mother, saying: “Thank you for showing me how to keep my guards up in this world, where manipulation and bare minimum attention is considered love, you truly are the only pure form of love.”

    Yumna Zaidi

    Yumna also took to Instagram, sharing a picture of herself with her ”Qeemti tareen,” mother.

    Zaidi also wished all the mothers a Happy Mother’s Day.

    Many other celebrities payed tribute to their mothers by taking to their social media and shared what they feel for them. Not only them but some celebrity mothers like Aisha Khan, Sarwat Gilani and Syra Yousuf among others celebrated this day with their children.

  • Bilal, Sajal’s ‘Khel Khel Mein’ to be a historical drama

    Bilal, Sajal’s ‘Khel Khel Mein’ to be a historical drama

    Nabeel Qureshi has revealed that his upcoming project Khel Khel Mein featuring Bilal Abbas Khan and Sajal Aly will be a historical drama.

    Responding to a follower during a question & answer session on Instagram, Qureshi revealed that Khel Khel Mein is “something different from my previous movies” and will be a historical drama.

    Responding to other questions related to the lead pair, Qureshi shared that he had an amazing experience working with Khan and that Sajal was his first choice for the film.

    Meanwhile, other details about the new project have been kept tightly under wraps and are limited. The actors had earlier expressed their excitement over the film while announcing the news on social media.

    “Bismillah,” Sajal had said while sharing a picture of the script, while Bilal had said: “Working with the finest producer/director duo in the country for the first time. Iss baar milte hain theatre mei.”

    Speaking about Mahira Khan and Fahad Mustafa’s Quaid-e-Azam Zindabad that was expected to hit cinemas on Eid ul Azha 2020, Qureshi shared that he plans to release the film this year.

    Quaid-e-Azam Zindabad has been directed by Nabeel and produced by Fizza Ali Meerza. A teaser for the film had also been released earlier.

    Qureshi also mentioned that there are two upcoming movies that are pending for release.

  • IN PICTURES: Zara Noor Abbas, Amar Khan, Saboor Aly spotted at friend’s reception

    Umair Qazi’s wedding festivities came to an end Sunday evening with a reception. Unlike the mehndi and wedding ceremony, which were star-studded events, the reception was a lowkey event with only three prominent celebrities spotted: Saboor Aly, Amar Khan, and Zara Noor Abbas.

    Check out pictures from the event below:

    Earlier, at the mehndi event, Sajal Aly, Ahad Raza Mir, Saboor Aly, Yasir Hussain, Iqra Aziz, Urwa Hocane, Kinza Hashmi and Zara Noor Abbas were among those spotted.

  • Ahad Raza Mir thanks fans for celebrating wedding anniversary

    Ahad Raza Mir thanks fans for celebrating wedding anniversary

    Ahad Raza Mir has penned a thank you note for fans on behalf of the couple for celebrating their first wedding anniversary with zeal and fervor.

    See – Unseen pictures from Ahad Raza Mir and Sajal Aly’s wedding

    Sharing a picture of himself with Aly, Ahad said: “I know it’s a little late, but thank you to everyone, especially our fans who made our first anniversary so special. We really felt like you celebrated with us.”

    “To those of you who took our anniversary as an opportunity to do some good for our environment, it was the best gift ever,” added Mir.

    Ahad also praised his wife, calling her “a beauty”.

    Concluding his note, Ahad asked his fans to guess what he is holding in his hand in the picture he shared. We’re guessing, it’s an ice-cream stick.

    Ahad and Sajal tied the knot in March 2020 and celebrated their first wedding anniversary on March 14. According to various reports, the couple celebrated their anniversary in Paris after Sajal wrapped up shooting for Jemima Goldsmith’s What’s Love Got to Do With It?.

    Meanwhile, Ahad and Sajal were recently spotted together after a long time at a friend’s mehndi.