Soon after Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and actress Sonakshi Sinha’s fake wedding photo went viral, the Dabangg star reacted to it on Instagram. Sonakshi has reacted to a post on an Instagram page, calling it plain dumb for people to believe it.
Reacting to one such post, Sonakshi Sinha commented, “Are you so dumb that you can’t tell the difference between a real and a morphed picture.” The post, shared on the subreddit Bolly Blinds n Gossip, shows the screenshot of the original picture with Sonakshi’s comment on it.
Since the last few days, a bizarre picture of the duo has been doing the rounds on social media. In the photograph, both the actors could be seen exchanging wedding rings while a thick line of Kumkum rested on Sonakshi’s scalp.
Both of them were seen smiling brightly while participating in the ceremony, instantly triggering the rumour that they have gotten married through an intimate ceremony in the city.
Pakistan women’s cricket team will face their first match against arch-rival, India in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s World Cup. The match will take place at the picturesque Bay Oval, New Zealand on Sunday. The match will start at 6 a.m PST.
The captain of the Pakistan Women’s Cricket team, Bismah Maroof is confident and optimistic about all her teammate’s performances.
While talking with fast-bowler, Diana Baig, Bismah said, “We have been putting in the hard yards since our camp is in Karachi, and now is the time to deliver. The atmosphere of the team is very good. I am optimistic that we will do very well in the World Cup.”
Bismah also shared her excitement for the first match against India in an interview.
She said, “It is our first match of the tournament and we want to win it so we gain the momentum. In such tournaments, it is very important to start good and carry the moment, and, of course, that increases the significance of the first match. I am sure we will be able to meet expectations from us.”
Bismah has made a comeback with this ICC tournament after she became a mother of a daughter, Fatima in December 2020. She is leading the cricket team for the first time in ICC ODI Worldcup.
Afghanistan’s Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, who also heads the feared Haqqani Network, was photographed openly for the first time Saturday at a passing-out parade for new Afghan police recruits.
“For your satisfaction and for building your trust… I am appearing in the media in a public meeting with you,” he said in a speech at the parade.
Before the Taliban’s return, Haqqani was the most senior of the three deputies to leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.
Haqqani heads a powerful subset of the Taliban blamed for some of the worst violence of the past 20 years.
The Haqqani Network, founded in the 1970s by Jalaluddin Haqqani, was heavily supported by the CIA during the Mujahideen war against the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan.
Sirajuddin Haqqani, who is believed to be in his 40s, is his son and succeeded him following his death in 2018.
Sirajuddin was blamed for the deadly 2008 attack on Kabul’s Serena Hotel that killed six people, as well as at least one assassination attempt against former Afghan President Hamid Karzai.
He is reported to have been the target of several US drone strikes — in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and in the rugged terrain between them that is the heartland of the Haqqani Network.
He was also credited as the author of a New York Times opinion piece in 2020 titled “What We, the Taliban, Want”, sparking controversy that the newspaper had given “terrorists” a public platform.
Pakistani A-listers Saba Qamar and Naumaan Ijaz are set to feature in the latest Zindagi original series “Mrs & Mr Shameem”. Touted to be an “unconventional love story”, the show will premiere globally on ZEE5 on March 11.
The series is directed by filmmaker Kashif Nisar, who has helmed dramas like Raqeeb Se and O Rangreza.
Stellar performances
Both Saba and Naumaan have gotten into the skin of their characters, essaying their roles to perfection. A special mention to Naumaan for not making his character a caricature with over the top nuances or dramatic body language. Even supporting cast members are impactful and promising going by the trailer.
Theme
The theme of the series is a trailblazer for Pakistan, the male protagonist is an effeminate man, supposedly from the Queer community who has been presented as colourful and brave rather than a victim. Also their is an angle of an illegitimate child which has been dealt with maturity.
Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 India said the upcoming drama marks the continuation of their collaboration with Zindagi to present “real and relevant stories but with a twist”.
“It’s an unconventional love story explored through a new lens as it shatters age old gender roles and boundaries defined by the society. It also has a stellar team behind it, and we are excited to bring this forth to our viewers across 190+ countries,” Kalra said in a statement.
Shailja Kejriwal, Chief Creative Officer, Special Projects, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. said “Mrs & Mr Shameem” aims at “redefining the meaning of true love” and challenges society’s preconceived gender biases.
“It is an uncommon bond of two people based on nothing superficial,” she added.
According to director Kashif, the show follows the story of Shameem, who “embodies effeminate traits” while Umaina, played by Qamar, is “outspoken and bold in her ways”.
“Despite their significant personality differences, there develops a beautiful bond between them of love, respect and companionship”.
It is written by Sajjad Gul (Saji), who said the series is a “contemporary story” which traces the journey of Umaina and Shameem discovering love in its “unusual ways”.
“The show challenges the gender barriers that exist in society. We hope that the audience connects with the story as it presents a fresh perspective on love,” the writer added.
Actor Faryal Mehmood has opened up on her divorce with Daniyal Raheal in her latest interview. The Enaaya diva said: “The reason why I didn’t want to talk about it is that it’s not just me who is involved.”
“I don’t want to talk about my ex-husband and his family, who are also prominently involved in the media. Whatever happened between the two of us, I would never want to dish out the details of it.”
“It’s our personal lives, don’t say mean things about it. It happened because it was bound to happen, you know. It’s fine.”
However, the actor complained of being tagged as ‘divorced’ when she wasn’t. “When the rumors about us separating blew up on the internet, we were actually together and fine. They just branded us as a divorced couple.”
Furthermore, Faryal disclosed of still getting messages from people pitying for her, but she said to have been at ‘a good point in life’ and is ‘thriving’.
“I left for Italy after that, it was so much fun. I was excited about the future prospects. It’s not that sad. I still get messages about how I apparently look full of remorse in my pictures. ‘Your eyes look so sad,’ people often say. And I always wonder, how is that possible because I am thriving!” She added further.
Earlier on Ahsan Khan’s show she confirmed her divorce, “Yes, it’s true. I mean, I am single but this isn’t something to be discussed,” she detailed.
Veteran actor of Pakistan film and drama industry, Masood Akhtar has passed away this Saturday morning. He was suffering from lung cancer for a prolonged time. His treatment was undergoing in a private hospital in Lahore. He aged 82 years old.
His funeral will be held after Asr’s prayers at Usman Block, Gulshan-e-Ravi.
He has worked in multiple dramas including Punjabi dramas on Pakistan Television. He has acted in around 170 Pakistani films. He was also associated with Lahore Arts Council.
Pakistan has given “Pride of Performance” for his exceptional contribution to the entertainment industry.
Punjab Governor, Mohammad Sarwar has also offered his condolence on the loss of the legendary artist of Pakistan, reports The Express Tribune.
He said, “Masood Akhtar will always be remembered for his contributions to the entertainment industry of Pakistan. The void he has left can never be filled.”
He added, “With his roles, the late actor always aimed to right the wrongs in society. I pray he receives the highest rank in Jannatul Firdous and may God give his family the patience and strength to bear the loss.”
Punjab Chief Minister, Usman Buzdar also gave his condolences to the versatile actor.
“Akhtar was a versatile actor. He was always convincing onscreen and made several contributions to the field of entertainment. His serials and the characters he played will always be remembered by fans,” he said.
Hollywood actor Daniel Craig has garnered a huge fan base over the years for his famous character in the James Bond series and all the 007 films featuring him.
For the unversed, Daniel appeared as the secret agent 007 in over five movies- Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre, and No Time To Die. The last one was released in September last year and was heavily affected due to the pandemic and the subsequent lockdown imposed in most parts of the world.
During the promotion of his film Spectre when he opened up about the problematic qualities in the character James Bond. Speaking to Rudiger Sturm for The Red Bulletin, the actor highlighted how misogynistic Bond has always been. “Many men admire Bond for his way with the ladies. But let’s not forget that he’s actually a misogynist.”, Craig said.
When the interviewer highlighted that James Bond has become slightly chivalrous over the years, as a response, Daniel Craig said, “That’s because we’ve surrounded him with very strong women who have no problem putting him in his place.”
The actor also corrected Rudiger Sturm’s observation that James Bond is now getting attracted to older women. “I think you mean the charms of a woman his own age. We’re talking about Monica Bellucci, for heaven’s sake. When someone like that wants to be a Bond girl, you just count yourself lucky!”, the actor said.
Daniel Craig also made it clear in the interview that there is nothing that one can learn from the character James Bond, according to him. “Surely he must have a couple of inspirational personality traits. Let’s not talk these films up as some kind of life-changing experience. Bond is what Bond does. Bond is very single- minded. He takes his own course. And that’s simple, which is great.”, he concluded.
Actor Affan Waheed appeared on the talk show The Big Pick, on which he opened up about his scandals in the industry.
The Do Bol star revealed that because of his marriage rumours with Shehnai costar Ramsha Khan, many people in his circle and even neighbourhood believed it.
“Women in my neighborhood visited my home and gave “Salami” (wedding token) of 5000 to my mother, fans are highly convinced about the marriage of Ramsha and me.”
Some fans are highly convinced about my rumors, the Salami rumor is about Ramsha and me.”
Talking about his future plans regarding tying the knot, the Pardes actor revealed that he is not ready for love as yet however he added that love is a game of destiny and one can never be certain about their future decisions.
Moreover, the 37-year-old actor further said that sooner or later he surely has plans to get married.
Affan and Ramsha worked together in the light hearted drama serial Shehnai and garnered praise for their reel couple.
The Pakistan Foreign Office has taken a strong exception to a statement by European Union (EU) envoys on Pakistan’s stance on the Russia-Ukraine War in a weekly press briefing.
A few days earlier, envoys of 22 countries — including EU member states — to Pakistan had jointly asked Pakistan to condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine in the resolution which was brought in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) emergency session.
“As heads of mission to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, we urge Pakistan to join us in condemning Russia’s actions,” said a joint statement signed by envoys from 22 countries.
However, Pakistan abstained from voting to censure Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
A spokesperson of the Foreign Office, Asim Iftikhar, said that this showed an “unacceptable attitude” by EU diplomats.
He said, “This attitude is unacceptable and Pakistan has conveyed its concern to the embassies.”
He clarified that Pakistan pursued a clear-minded foreign policy and that the country wants balanced and broad-based relations with all countries, including the United States and Europe.
He also stated that the Pakistan embassy in Ukraine is working to facilitate Pakistani nationals, including students, to evacuate them to secure places.
A drone camera hit PPP’s Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari in the face when she was standing on a container during PPP’s jalsa in Khanewal. The drone was being piloted by news channel Samaa TV’s crew.
After the police arresting the crew, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto released the staff from police custody and called the operator and said ‘I forgive you’ and hugged him.
بہترین ۔۔۔ ٹیکنیکل اسٹاف دن رات محنت کرتا ہے اور لوگوں تک براہ راست اطلاعات پہنچانے میں ہر اوّل دستہ ہے۔ یہ واقعہ انتہائی خوفناک تھا مگر بہر حال دانستہ ہر گز نہ تھا ۔غلطی معاف کر دینے میں ہی عظمت ہے۔ https://t.co/tWTB1CJi6y
SAMAA TV reported that TV drones are operated by remote controllers, but in the PPP march, the signal disconnected from the drone and the operator’s remote controller, which was left with a blank screen. The crew did not have control over the drone at that time.
An unfortunate accident happened during the PPP long March coverage when our drone operator lost control of the drone camera and it hit @AseefaBZ. We hope and pray that she is safe and apologise for the mishap but we also request PPP leadership to release our staff members.
