Shaheen Afridi will remain the internet’s golden boy because of how precious he is. The fast bowler recently shared a picture announcing that he was the brand ambassador of the real estate organisation AH Group, and in the picture, he can be seen wearing a bright pink suit.
I am delighted to share that I have joined @AHGroup_Pk as a brand ambassador.
Looks like Barbie fever is still not over for Pakistani fans as they soon began launching hilarious memes in the quote tweets and we’re sharing all of our favorite ones here.
Korean drama ‘Destined With You’ is currently among the top rated shows on Netflix, and continues to develop a strong base as fans praise performances by the lead actors Rowoon (aka Kim Seok-Woo) and Jo Bo-Ah as the prosecutor and City Hall worker who become entangled after a spell mishap.
10 episodes in, audiences are praising Rowoon’s magnetic performance as the cynical, yet kind hearted lawyer and many new fans are not ready for the romcom to end. If you’re new to the genre and already want more of Rowoon, we have a list of excellent dramas ranging from thrillers to historical dramas to a wholesome romcom starring the heart throb. Check out our list to keep your weekend busy.
For romcom lovers, watch ‘Extraordinary You’
If you’re a fan of romantic comedies with a mix of past lovers, along with a spicy dash of a love triangle, this is the drama you should definitely watch. The show revolves around Dan-Oh (played by Kim Hye-yoon), a high schooler who discovers she is a minor character in a fantasy web comic, where the writer has decided her ending is going to be getting back together with her toxic boyfriend and later die from cancer. After falling in love with a new character Number 13 (played by Rowoon) she decides to challenge fate and try all that she can to end up with the destiny of her choice.
Prefer thrillers? Then watch ‘Tomorrow’
If you like dramas with a lot of tension and adventure, along with a sensitive issue tackled in a brilliant manner, then check out this show. Rowoon stars as Choi Jun-Woong, the naive and soft-hearted elder son whose search for a job ends with tragedy while trying to stop a homeless man from committing suicide. He is critically injured and goes into a comma. Jun-Woong wakes up to find out that he has become a member of a group of grim reapers, whose task is to rescue those on the verge of committing suicide and counsel them back to recovery. We do advise audiences to watch with caution as the show explores the issue of suicide, as well as sensitive topics like school bullying, sexual harassment and rape.
For historical drama lovers, watch ‘The King’s Affection’
Set during the Joseon dynasty when the birth of twins was considered to be a sign of doom, Dam-Yi, is forced to take on the role of her brother after he is killed, and grows up to become the fearless Crown Prince. When she comes across her first love Jung Ji-Woon (played by Rowoon) who is assigned as her Royal Tutor, the two begin developing feelings for each other as Dam-Yi struggles to keep her past self hidden from her first love.
Aijaz Aslam was a guest on Samaa News’ show ‘Had Kar Di’ where he opened up about a hilarious instance when he was robbed twice in Karachi, and how when the first time this happened, the robbers thought he was the late religious television host, Junaid Jamshed.
The actor recalled that when he was in Karachi during Ramzan, a group of robbers approached him by first politely tapping on his car window. The ‘Cheekh’ actor chuckled saying that when he rolled down the window, the robbers greeted him by saying ‘Junaid bhai’, but after recognising him, they apologised and asked for his phone.
The second time Aijaz recalled being robbed was when he was coming out of a friend’s studio, and when they were about to enter their car, two young boys approached him with a silver gun and demanded that the actor and his friend hand over their phones.
“I took out my phone, he looked up to recognise me and said: ‘Array! Oh maaf kardien Aijaz bhai, mein tou boaht bara fan hoon’,” the actor laughed. The robbers handed them back their phones and apologised as they left.
A video went viral on social media a few days ago featuring the Brazilian coach of the Pakistani volleyball team. In the video, Issanye Ferraz broke down in tears during a press conference after the Pakistani team defeated South Korea, thus qualifying for the quarter finals of the Asian Games 2023.
In the video, Ferraz can be seen praising players for their dedication and hardwork.
“There is no dimension to victory, you have no idea what these guys do to come to the court. It’s very difficult, very difficult but we knew it was possible,” he said.
“For the level of the commitment of the athletes, for the level of dedication we have in the work, for the physical quality they have.”
Pakistan’s Brazilian coach Issanaye Ferraz was in tears after his side stunned favourites South Korea to qualify for semis of Asian Games
I’m sure he’s crying because he’s seen how these athletes are probably living in poverty with no athletic centers or training facilities nor many financial incentives as well and yet they’ve achieved the unthinkable. https://t.co/mJHTkobXSt
it’s absolutely so heartbreaking to see any Pakistani athlete or coach talk about the incredible hurdles everyone has to overcome on a regular basis because this country is determined to break even the most industrious spirit through sheer callousness and neglect https://t.co/YIjhIXIlLE
our volleyball team and players don’t receive the fame and recognition they deserve Our senior volleyball team is the best in South Asia and they even defeated the silver medalists of the last edition korea by 3-0 And I don’t think many people in Pakistan are aware of this https://t.co/AzITC11ds4
Looks like Taylor is no longer in her happy, free, confused and lonely era.
Rumors were floating around that there was something going on between the ‘Anti Hero’ singer and American football player Travis Kelce, after the NFL star revealed in a podcast that he tried to give her a friendship bracelet at the Eras tour but was dissapointed when he couldn’t hand it over. The quarterback then revealed on ‘The Pat MacAfee Show’ that he had been talking with the ‘Cruel Summer’ singer and invited her to his Sunday game, and it looks like Taylor was Ready For It when she was spotted at the Chiefs games.
The ‘Reputation’ singer was spotted chatting with the football player’s mom Donna Kelce.
Taylor Swift and Donna Kelce chatting at the Chiefs game.
Speaking to People Magazine, a source close to the singer said she accepted the invite despite having a busy work schedule.
“Taylor is very focused on work right now and hanging out with her girlfriends. Travis invited her to the game, and of course she said ‘yes. She just thought it was a fantastic way to spend Sunday.”
Taylor was spotted cheering along with the rest of the fans after Travis scored a touchdown
Taylor Swift reacts to Travis Kelce scoring a touchdown:
After the game, Taylor and Travis were spotted leaving the game together in his convertible, prompting many users to refer to Taylor’s song ‘Getaway Car’ after the pictures surfaced.
— lachie⸆⸉ (SUBURBAN LEGENDS IS MINE) (@thelachieone) September 25, 2023
He said “let’s get out of this town, drive out of the city, away from the crowds” I thought “heaven can’t help me now”. Nothing lasts forever but this is gonna take me down. He’s so tall and handsome as hell. He’s so bad but he does it so well… https://t.co/0by3BB10Xk
A Twitter thread is gaining momentum where social media users share their memorable interactions with celebrities. Journalist Sabahat Zakariya joined in, sharing an anecdote about witnessing sexist behavior at a Junoon concert by former lead singer Ali Azmat. Sabahat wrote that during a concert held at a college, she recalled the ‘Sayonee’ singer coming up to her and asking “Are there any pretty girls out there?”
“Helped arrange a Junoon concert at college. Was backstage a few minutes before it started when Ai Azmat asked me, ‘Are there any pretty girls out there?’ Didn’t know what to say, so a bit flabbergasted I said, ‘Waisi hee hayn jaisi saari larkiyaan hotee hayn…jaisi mayn hoon, jaisi hoti hayn’, and left. After the concert he walks up to me and says, ‘You were right, there weren’t any pretty girls out there.’”
Helped arrange a Junoon concert at college. Was backstage a few minutes before it started when Ai Azmat asked me, ‘Are there any pretty girls out there?’ Didn’t know what to say, so a bit flabbergasted I said, ‘Waisi hee hayn jaisi saari larkiyaan hotee hayn…jaisi mayn hoon,… https://t.co/Xq7fFyzYfv
Several Twitter users expressed outrage at such sexist behavior by Ali Azmat, while another user shared how the singer had behaved at a school concert.
“At least he deigned to speak to you. My society arranged a concert for him and he drunkenly came on stage, performed his set and staggered away not even trying to speak to the organisers who were waiting for him.”
At least he deigned to speak to you. My society arranged a concert for him and he drunkenly came on stage, performed his set and staggered away not even trying to speak to the organisers who were waiting for him.
Responding to the original thread, a transgender activist said she had witnessed celebrities like Mahira Khan, Yasir Hussain blocking a protest held for the kidnapping of an elderly Khwaja Sira person in 2020.
“When we were protesting for the kidnapping of an elderly Khwaja Sira person outside press club back in 2020 and these celebrities including Mahira Khan Yasir Hussain and even Sheema Kirmani accompanying them showed up, started their own protest 10 metres away from us over the motorway case, something that had been protested for at the same location just two days before that , told the lemonade vendor to move his cart out of their sight for a better photo frame for their PR stunt, told us we needed to wrap up and go home because it was their turn, took away all the media attention from our protest and blasted their protest on loud speakers while we were just there barehands without any microphones or equipment. It was disgusting and they never apologized for it even after we confronted them.”
When we were protesting for the kidnapping of an elderly Khwaja Sira person outside press club back in 2020 and these celebrities including Mahira Khan Yasir Hussain and even Sheema Kirmani accompanying them showed up, started their own protest 10 metres away from us over the… https://t.co/zoUzrdCLe1pic.twitter.com/dJFKrbeibT
Actor and producer Fahad Mustafa was a guest on Vasay Chaudhry’s talk show ‘Gup Shab’, where he opened up about giving a break to acting.
The ‘Mein Abdul Kadir Hoon’ actor revealed that he missed the times when he was working with big names like Vasay Chaudhry, Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan, and said it was difficult to work with young actors of today.
“I worked with Vasay, Humayun, Mehwish, Mahira Khan, who are all stars now. It’s easy to work with them and there is a reason why they’re all stars because I feel that it’s incredibly easy to work with them. Currently looking at the young actors of today, it’s hard to work with them. I’m not criticising their talent, just pointing out regarding getting along on set.”
“Because we had not witnessed any vanity on sets,” the ‘Actor in Law’ actor added. “We could all sit in a room and get along. When it gets incredibly hard to sit together in a room during set, then you can’t work together either. This is my biggest fear.”
Actress Ushna Shah took to her Twitter account to condemn drama scripts for stigmatising divorced women- and treat the topic like a taboo. The actress reflected on her own upbringing with a divorced mother, who had worked three jobs to bring her up, and said she would like to be a part of stories that refuse to resort to toxic stereotypes:
“Many scripts I work on perpetuate shame around divorce. While I can’t reshape the conventions of scriptwriting or opt for unemployment, I stand by a vision. As the child of a divorcee who hustled with three jobs to raise us, the stigma on divorced characters feels deeply personal. I’m eager to be part of a story that addresses the stigma of divorce and combats the shame of being single after, celebrating the journey to independence and joy. Convincing producers to back such a risqué script, which may face societal backlash, is very challenging.”
Many scripts I work on perpetuate shame around divorce. While I can’t reshape the conventions of scriptwriting or opt for unemployment, I stand by a vision. As the child of a divorcee who hustled with three jobs to raise us, the stigma on divorced characters feels deeply…
Many users on Twitter shared the opinion, stating that they wanted a stop to narratives that actively discourage divorce.
There’s absolutely no shame in divorce or any stigma attached to it in Islam. Our prophet SAW himself married a divorced woman. If only we understood our religion.
Taylor Swift was not joking around when she wrote, “Karma’s on your scent like a bounty hunter”.
Media organisations and social media users sent their sleep and work commitments to the devil on Wednesday when the ‘Anti Hero’ singer was spotted at a girl’s night out with none other than Sophie Turner, actress and estranged wife of Joe Jonas.
Taylor had famously dated Joe back in 2008, later publicly accusing him of breaking up with her in a cruel manner. She revealed on The Ellen Show that the band member of the Jonas Brothers broke up with her on the phone in 25 seconds. The ‘Mastermind’ singer went on to write ‘Forever and Always’, ‘Last Kiss’ and ‘Mr Perfectly Fine’ about the ‘Burnin Up’ singer, however the two reconciled over the years and become close friends after Joe dated model and close friend Gigi Hadid in 2015.
Recently, Joe and Sophie announced their divorce after four years of marriage. Several reports allegeded that the ‘This Is Me’ singer’s PR team blamed the ‘Game Of Thrones’ actress for the failure of the relationship, with sources alleging the singer was an absent mother, working on projects in the UK. The internet slammed this as a terrible attempt to pin the home wrecker narrative on the woman while refusing to hold the man accountable.
Now that Sophie has decided to play the game and was spotted partying with Taylor Swift in New York, Twitter users are applauding how vicious of a move this was.
“Joe Jonas tried with every PR strategy he could to turn the public against Sophie but Sophie was like hold my purse and played her biggest card,” wrote a user.
Joe Jonas tried with every PR strategy he could to turn the public against Sophie but Sophie was like hold my purse and played her biggest card https://t.co/w5tiCxrmIL
a certain someone has tried to ruin sophie turner’s reputation in the press and nobody knows how that feels more than taylor swift does – she knows by being seen with her sophie will have the support of millions of swifties (who are die hard supportive)… that is sisterhood https://t.co/CuXZ7Z3WSb
Joe Jonas used their children as PR after Sophie advocating to keep them out of the press for years, so she got snapped with his ex. Absolute https://t.co/PDvo67VrFo
A baby girl, born in Rajasthan, India, has 26 fingers and toes- seven fingers on each hand and six on each foot. According to Indian Express, the family was shocked by the discovery, hailing her as an incarnation of a goddess. The baby’s mother, Sarju Devi went into labour eight months into her pregnancy, however, doctors have confirmed the child is healthy.
The infant’s family have expressed their joy at the birth of the child. The girl’s uncle told local media: “My sister has given birth to a baby who has 26 fingers, and we are considering it to be the incarnation of Dholagarh Devi.”
Speaking to Indian Express, Dr Preethika Shetty said the baby has a genetical condition called polydactyly, which is characterised by small extra digits. She explained that the condition varies, as some can be born with several extra digits, or they can have an extra finger. Dr Shoba Gupta, a medical director, revealed to the publication that the medical condition runs in the family and can be brought on by hereditary causes.
Dr Shetty explained that polydactyly can be detected in new born babies through a prenatal ultrasound or after the child is born. “The doctor will determine if your baby has polydactyly either through prenatal ultrasound or after birth. He or she will examine your child’s hands and feet for any additional digits and diagnose the specific type of polydactyly.”
