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  • Justice for Animals: Ushna Shah to give 100,000 reward for information on puppy murderers

    Justice for Animals: Ushna Shah to give 100,000 reward for information on puppy murderers

    Renowned actor Ushna Shah voiced her outrage against three animal abusers who callously threw a puppy from a balcony. The video of the three men went viral after Ayesha Chundrigar Foundation, an animal shelter, raised the issue. Shah stated, “They threw puppies down a balcony for pleasure… that’s serial killer behavior. Perhaps a gap in my vocabulary isn’t the worst thing.”

    Following this, she posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, saying, “I am putting a 100k bounty on their heads: Help me find them. If any lawyer wants to take up this case pro bono and help keep them behind bars for the maximum amount of time (once they’re found), please get in touch. (Bounty is a rhetorical term. Don’t kill them, duh).”

    She added, “I am personally offering a reward of 100,000 PKR. (50K per monster) to anyone who turns these two in. Once they are behind bars, the reward will be given personally to me in cash. As well as a meet and greet with the winner and their family. Spread the word and find these perpetrators.”

    The puppy killers have been identified as Asad and Talat, and have not yet been arrested by the police.
    Asad is the primary suspect as he was the one recording the video and ordering a third person, Qasim (who has been arrested) to throw the puppy off the balcony.

    Talat Khan was also involved in instructing Qasim to commit the same act.

    Trigger warning: watch the video here:

  • ‘Gentleman’ character inspired by Munna Bhai: Humayun Saeed

    ‘Gentleman’ character inspired by Munna Bhai: Humayun Saeed

    ‘Gentleman’ is the latest hit drama starring Humayun Saeed, marking his return to television after four years. In the show, he plays Iqbal Munna, a local from Korangi with an unexpected innocence. Fans can’t help but compare his character to the beloved Munna Bhai from the 2003 Bollywood film ‘Munna Bhai MBBS,’ portrayed by Sanjay Dutt.

    In a recent chat with his co-star Yumna Zaidi, Humayun revealed that his role was like Munna Bhai. He said Khalilur Rehman wrote it that way. Yumna added some mystery, saying, “Maybe,” suggesting surprises in the story.

    The actor also talked about the idea that Ahmad Ali Butt’s character, Dilbar, Munna’s faithful buddy, is like Circuit from Munna Bhai MBBS. He hinted, “Wait for the fifth episode; you’ll get the answer then. You gotta watch it.”

    Yumna assured fans that things would get clearer as the story goes on. She said, “I think it’ll make more sense after the next episode. And as the show goes on, I believe people will stop comparing and noticing these similarities. We’ve already moved past it ourselves.”

    Facing criticism for its portrayal of “gundagardi” in Korangi, Humayun defended the show, saying, “There aren’t real gangsters like we’ve shown in Korangi. It’s all make-believe. We tried to make it as real as possible in this fantasy world. We even thought about setting it in a made-up place, not Korangi. But we went with Korangi, and even then, it’s harmless.”

  • ‘Teri Chhaon Mein’ faces criticism over scene resembling ‘Tere Naam’

    ‘Teri Chhaon Mein’ faces criticism over scene resembling ‘Tere Naam’

    Actor Danish Taimoor’s new drama ‘Teri Chhaon Mein’ has started airing on Hum TV. Written by Radain Shah and directed by Abdullah Badini. The cast includes Laiba Khurram, Tara Mehmood, Sohail Sameer, and Behroze Sabzwari. The story is about Salaar, an obsessed stalker who falls in love with Wadeema after seeing her on the roadside.

    A scene from the drama has gone viral on social media for its striking similarity to a scene from the Bollywood film ‘Tere Naam.’ In the scene, Salaar sees Wadeema for the first time on the road, chases her, and expresses his love. He also reacts strangely to Wadeema’s speech at the university, making her feel awkward. Yasir Hussain criticized this scene, posting it with the caption, “What’s happening man? Who is the director of the drama serial?”

    See the post here:

    One social media user wrote, “Why didn’t Danish Taimoor read the script before signing it?” A fan commented, “Danish Taimoor should be ashamed for signing such scripts.”

  • PTI alleges ‘pre-planned’ delay in trial against Khan, Bushra Bibi in Iddat case

    PTI alleges ‘pre-planned’ delay in trial against Khan, Bushra Bibi in Iddat case

    The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has alleged a “deliberate delay in the provision of justice” to sentence former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, as the Iddat case has been transferred to different court on the request of Judge Shahrukh Arjumand.

    PTI’s core committee issued the statement on Friday
    , after an internal meeting, regarding trials against Khan and his wife.

    According to the statement issued by the core committee, Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi need to be immediately released from Adiala jail. The statement adds that delaying tactics are being used to prolong the case.

    The former ruling party hopes that “false, baseless, and unfounded cases” will soon be declared null and void.

  • PTV hasn’t made a good quality drama in 20 years: Yasir Hussain

    PTV hasn’t made a good quality drama in 20 years: Yasir Hussain

    Veteran actor Aurangzeb Laghari, who received the Pride of Performance award for contributing to Pakistan’s entertainment industry, revealed in a recent interview that he had to change careers because of the severe lack of acting opportunities. Multiple news outlets reported that Laghari has opened a furniture showroom in Lahore.

    In response to this news, Actor Yasir Hussain, took to social media to highlight the diminishing opportunities for drama actors who do not live in Karachi.

    The ‘Karachi Se Lahore’ actor shared his disappointment on Instagram. He reposted the news and wrote, “All the dramas are made in Karachi, and they don’t invite anyone from Lahore to join. PTV used to give work to people from all cities, but now they don’t.” He also criticised the channel for not producing good-quality dramas. “PTV hasn’t made a good drama in the last 20 years. It’s such a shame. Where are shows like ‘Tanhaiyaan,’ ‘Dhuwan,’ ‘Aangan Terha,’ ‘Waris,’ ‘Angar Wadi,’ and ‘Guest House’?”

    In the same interview where Aurangzeb Laghari revealed his new career, he also confirmed that he hasn’t found acting work because the industry has moved to Karachi. “All the main offices for channels are in Karachi. There is little work in Lahore, so I work very little,” said the actor. He added, “I feel like Punjabis aren’t given the same encouragement because we aren’t in the same city.”

  • Indomitable Chahat hints at ‘Bado Badi 2’

    Indomitable Chahat hints at ‘Bado Badi 2’

    Chahat Fateh Ali Khan, the internet star, has captured hearts worldwide with his viral track ‘Bado Badi.’ Known for his quirky singing and comedic flair, the Pakistani-British artist has garnered a massive following across the country. However, his recent hit ‘Bado Badi,’ with a whopping 28 million views, faced copyright issues and was taken down from the site.

    In a recent YouTube video, Chahat expressed gratitude to his fans from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. He hinted at an exciting lineup of upcoming projects, including a film, songs, and ‘Bado Badi 2’.

    Regarding “Bado Badi 2,” he stated, “I have several projects ready to go. I’m making a movie called ‘Sabaq,’ which you can watch on my YouTube channel. Alongside that, I’ll be dropping six new songs, and yes, ‘Bado Badi 2’ is in the works. You’ll spot a new and stunning model in it. I’ll also be collaborating with new talent; many people are eager to work with me now. Thanks, everyone.”

    You can check out the video here:

  • Who is Indian rapper Badshah’s favourite Pakistani?

    Who is Indian rapper Badshah’s favourite Pakistani?

    If you wonder who holds the title of favorite Pakistani for Indian singer and rapper Badshah, let me reveal the answer for you. Badshah recently took to Instagram Stories to answer fan questions, where he disclosed that his favorite person from Pakistan is none other than the legendary pop icon, the late Nazia Hassan.

    Badshah shared a picture of the Boom Boom singer on his Instagram Story along with the question, stating, “Quite a few but she’d always be the most favorite.” This revelation left fans curious about how many classic Pakistani pop hits Badshah might secretly be jamming to.

    Fans of both the rapper and pop singer flooded the comments section with positive reactions. “The queen of pop music,” commented one Instagram user, while another called Nazia Hassan “the legend, our childhood queen.”

  • ‘Bado Badi’ by Chahat Fateh Ali Khan taken down from YouTube

    ‘Bado Badi’ by Chahat Fateh Ali Khan taken down from YouTube

    A piece of bad news for Chahat Fateh Ali Khan fans and lovers who enjoyed his song ‘Bado Badi’. The viral hit has been taken down from YouTube after accumulating over 28 million views. The removal was due to copyright claims, as the legendary singer Noor Jehan owned the original song.

    .Kashif Rana, who performs under the name Chahat Fateh Ali Khan, is a British Pakistani musician and a former first-class cricketer.

    The song ‘Bado Badi’ has been trending on Instagram and YouTube Shorts. The title ‘Bado Badi’ is a Punjabi phrase. The original song, titled ‘Ankh Ladi Bado Badi,’ was sung by Noor Jehan for the film ‘Banarasi Thug.’

    ‘Bado Badi’ Original song:

  • Gangsters were planning to use minors to kill Salman Khan: Mumbai Police

    Gangsters were planning to use minors to kill Salman Khan: Mumbai Police

    In a shocking revelation, notorious Indian gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar were reportedly planning to use minors to assassinate Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Mumbai police unveiled the chilling plot days after foiling another attempted attack on the superstar at his Panvel farmhouse.

    According to Indian news agencies, the Navi Mumbai Police have been actively investigating the matter and recently uncovered a video call conversation between Ajay Kashyap, a Lawrence Bishnoi gang member, and Dogar, an alleged accomplice from Pakistan. The conversation revealed that sharpshooters trained under Anmol Bishnoi and Rohit Godara are strategically positioned across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Raigad, and Gujarat. These sharpshooters, following orders from Goldy Brar, have been instructed to use minors to attack Khan.

    The police also disclosed that 60 to 70 gang members are deployed to monitor the movements of the ‘Tiger 3’ star. A man named John has been specifically tasked with providing a vehicle for the operation.

    In light of this development, a case has been registered against 17 identified individuals, including Lawrence Bishnoi, his brother Anmol Bishnoi, gang member Sampat Nehra, Goldy Brar, Ajay Kashyap alias Dhananjay Tapesing, Sukha Shooter, Sandeep Bishnoi alias Gaurav Bhatia, Wasim China, Dogar, and others at Panvel Town police station.

    The video call also discussed plans to acquire weapons such as AK-47s, M-16s, AK-92s, and Zigana pistols for the assassination. The gang had conducted detailed reconnaissance of Khan’s travel routes, including railway stations, rickshaw stands, and the Panvel bus stand.

    Despite Salman Khan’s use of a bulletproof vehicle, sources indicate that the gangsters plan to ambush and shoot him near his farmhouse using AK-47 rifles. The Mumbai police continue to investigate and monitor the situation closely to ensure Khan’s safety.

  • Faris Shafi to join with SZA, 21 Savage at Wireless Middle East festival 2024

    Music fans, mark your calendars! The iconic Wireless Festival, famous for bringing together top names in hip-hop, rap, R&B, grime, and dance in the UK, is returning to the UAE with Wireless Middle East 2024. Among the star-studded lineup is Pakistani rapper Faris Shafi.

    Shafi, known for his raw and powerful lyrics, announced the exciting news on Instagram. His post featured the official festival announcement, proudly showing his name alongside a stellar list of performers. Fans can barely contain their excitement, and neither can we.

    Originally set for March, the festival faced some delays but is now scheduled for Saturday, November 23, at Etihad Park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Alongside Shafi, the headliners include SZA, 21 Savage, and Yeat. The festival will also feature performances by other notable artists such as Seedhe Maut and Karan Aujla, making it a global musical event.

    Wireless Middle East 2024 promises to be an unforgettable experience for music lovers worldwide. Set against the stunning backdrop of Abu Dhabi, the festival will draw crowds from all over the globe. It will be a melting pot of genres and styles, offering a unique platform for artists from diverse backgrounds to share their music with an international audience.