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  • ‘Was bound to happen’: Faryal Mehmood makes revelation on divorce with Daniyal Raheal

    ‘Was bound to happen’: Faryal Mehmood makes revelation on divorce with Daniyal Raheal

    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.”

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    “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 Masood Akhtar passes away at 82 in Lahore

    Veteran actor Masood Akhtar passes away at 82 in Lahore

    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.

  • ‘He’s a misogynist’: Daniel Craig dislikes his iconic ‘James Bond’ character?

    ‘He’s a misogynist’: Daniel Craig dislikes his iconic ‘James Bond’ character?

    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.

    Daniel Craig as James Bond in Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall,  and Spectre

    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.”

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    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.

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    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.

  • ‘Neighbour gave 5000 salami’: Affan Waheed opens up on alleged marriage with Ramsha Khan

    ‘Neighbour gave 5000 salami’: Affan Waheed opens up on alleged marriage with Ramsha Khan

    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.

    Ramsha Khan talks about her upcoming comedy drama with Affan Waheed
  • Pakistan finds EU diplomats’ letter to condemn Russia ‘unacceptable’

    Pakistan finds EU diplomats’ letter to condemn Russia ‘unacceptable’

    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.

  • ‘I forgive you’ Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari hugs Samaa drone operator who accidentally injured Aseefa

    ‘I forgive you’ Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari hugs Samaa drone operator who accidentally injured Aseefa

    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.

    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.

    Bilawal confirmed that his sister was wounded after being hit by the drone.

  • ‘Pervaiz Elahi’s sherwani ready, he will soon take oath as CM Punjab’: PPP

    ‘Pervaiz Elahi’s sherwani ready, he will soon take oath as CM Punjab’: PPP

    Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has said that there is a big surprise in store for Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan. PPP has revealed that Punjab Assembly Speaker Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi would become the chief minister of the province.

    Punjab PPP General Secretary Syed Hassan Murtaza said, “Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi’s sherwani (the dress traditionally worn by politicians on formal occasions) is ready. He will soon take oath as the Punjab chief minister. Just wait for the final announcement.”

    “The government’s allies are in contact with the PPP. The ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will soon be dented, like those claiming the government as theirs will not be with it,” said Murtaza.

    Murtaza also dared PM Khan to come into public space without protocol to know his ‘real popularity’ among the people of Punjab.

    The PPP general secretary further added that the future of Imran Khan was bleak, with his allies ready to give him ‘a big surprise’. The PTI was not a party, but a group of people who had gathered for their personal interests, he claimed.

  • Pak vs Aus: Teams observe one minute silence for Peshawar, Shane Warne

    Pak vs Aus: Teams observe one minute silence for Peshawar, Shane Warne

    The Pakistan and Australian cricket team observed a one minute silence in Pindi Stadium for Peshawar blast victims and Shane Warne, ahead of the second day of the first test match between both teams. The players also wore black armbands to pay tribute to Shane Warne, who died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52.

    At least 56 people have lost their lives in an explosion that took place during Jumma (Friday) prayers at a mosque in Peshawar’s Kocha Risaldar, one of the densely populated areas in the city.

    Warne is regarded as one of the finest leg-spin bowlers of all time, bagging 708 Test wickets in a career that spanned from 1992 to 2007.

    Following the news of Shane Warne’s death, cricketers and fans from all over the world started expressing their grief and sadness over his demise.

  • ‘The man who made spin cool’: Cricket legend Shane Warne passes away at 52

    ‘The man who made spin cool’: Cricket legend Shane Warne passes away at 52

    Australian cricket legend Shane Warne died on Friday at the age of 52.

    Warne’s management released a brief statement confirming the news. “Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived,” said the statement.

    “The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course.”

    Warne is regarded as one of the finest leg-spin bowlers of all time, bagging 708 Test wickets in a career that spanned from 1992 to 2007.

    Following the news of Shane Warne’s death, cricketers and fans from all over the world started expressing their grief and sadness over his demise.

    Pakistan captain Babar Azam, tweeted, “He literally inspired generations with his magical leg-spin. You’ll forever be missed.”

    Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi tweeted, “The game of cricket has lost what I consider a university of leg-spin bowling today. I was inspired by his bowling from the start of my career and it was always a privilege to play against him.”

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    Pakistan’s former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar in a video message said, “It’s going to take a long time to get over this loss.”

    Australia opener David Warner grieved the loss of “two legends” — Warne and Marsh — saying that they had left too soon.

    “I’m lost for words, and this is extremely sad,” he tweeted.

    Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag said: “One of the greatest spinners, the man who made spin cool, superstar Shane Warne is no more.”

    West Indian cricketer Chris Gayle tweeted, “RIP LEGEND.”

    Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara also expressed disbelief, saying that he was “absolutely shocked and gutted” to hear about the death of a “legend and friend”.

    Waqar Younis shared similar sentiments and said it was a “very, very sad day for our cricket community. The biggest superstar of my generation [is] gone”.

  • Inauguration of Select Technologies Factory (wholly owned subsidiary of Air Link Communication Ltd.) in collaboration with Xiaomi H.K. Limited

    Inauguration of Select Technologies Factory (wholly owned subsidiary of Air Link Communication Ltd.) in collaboration with Xiaomi H.K. Limited

    Lahore, 4th March, 2022: Select Technologies, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Air link Communication Limited is proud to announce the inauguration of its smartphone manufacturing plant for the production of Xiaomi handsets in Pakistan.

    The event took place on the 4th of March at the factory located in Quaid-e- Azam Industrial Estate, Kot Lakhpat. Airlink group is one of the leading manufacturers, retailers and distributors of smartphones, with nearly all major global brands of the industry as their partners. The company holds approx. 20% market share in distribution and is set to enhance its footing by beginning production of Xiaomi handsets.

    Mr Muzzaffar Hayat Piracha, CEO Select Technologies, commenting on this auspicious occasion said, “Our partnership with Xiaomi is wonderful news not only for the company but also for Pakistan.

    Xiaomi is a global tech giant and market leader in innovative technology which is not only limited to smartphones. This venture will open many avenues as smartphone manufacturing is the first step towards a bigger goal. My aim is to register Pakistan on the global technological map with a vision of par excellence service delivery and product provision to every nook and corner of Pakistan. We will not only be localizing manufacturing; this will consequentially enhance exports of Pakistan and help us play our role in reducing the import bill.”

    Companies around the globe consider Pakistan’s mobile market as an emerging market with a plethora of opportunities for businesses. With the emergence of 3G/4G technology, there has been a significant increase subscriber base of mobile operators. Locking on this opportunity, mobile brands are providing consumers with a wider choice of smartphones at more affordable prices in the low tier range.

    This initiative is expected to drive a sales volume of 550 million USD in revenue. The huge production size will not only create new job opportunities for the citizens of Pakistan but will also contribute to the reduction in the country’s import bill and enable new possibilities in international business.

    This article is sponsored by Xiaomi.