Author: News Desk

Social media sensation Chahat Fateh Ali Khan is taking his love for the arts to the next level. The singer-turned-actor has now opened a music and acting academy in Pakistan, aiming to turn raw talent into polished performers.

Speaking to the media in London, Chahat Fateh Ali Khan revealed that his previously launched music academy has now expanded to include acting classes. “The main reason for opening my academy is to bring new singers forward,” he said. “Now, we’re adding acting as well, at the same place.”

According to him, the academy is designed for passionate individuals who lack access to formal training. “I want pure talent to be developed and molded into a professional artist,” he explained. A key focus of the academy will be on language and pronunciation, especially in Urdu, Punjabi, and English.

“In the first phase, we’ll work on their accent, dialect, and expressions. Whether it’s Urdu, Punjabi, or English, the accent must be proper,” he said, adding, “We’ll take them from basic pronunciation to complete acting skills.”

Chahat Fateh Ali Khan believes this project will become a first-of-its-kind platform in Pakistan. “Our institute will train students in voice fluctuations, emotional expressions, and cultural understanding,” he claimed. “The goal is to produce future stars.”

In addition to teaching, Chahat Fateh Ali Khan announced the release of his film The Darling in cinemas across Pakistan later this year. “It’s based on a unique story with strong acting. I am sure this film will touch people’s hearts,” he said confidently. Though he completed a film two years ago, this will be his first official release in cinemas.

He also shared his plans to use social media to promote his academy’s students. “Soon the time will come when big producers will come to my institute to get new faces for themselves,” he said. “I’m creating a platform where their development will be visible to everyone.”

Despite his rising popularity, Chahat Fateh Ali Khan admitted that not everyone is happy with his success. “Some senior artists in the music industry are unhappy with my popularity,” he noted. “But I’m moving forward with hard work, dedication, and passion for art. I don’t focus on negativity.”

As for what he looks for in future stars, he summed it up simply: “I mostly look at enthusiasm, passion, and patience, because patience is key.”

Indian Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has just taken his iconic style to the next level by wearing Pakistan’s leading streetwear label, Rastah.

In a recent Instagram post, Rastah revealed that Diljit donned their archive embroidered trousers for his latest film Sardaar Ji 3, styled by AmbiKa Sanjana (@styledbyambika).

The trousers are deep navy with intricate gold embroidery featuring bold traditional motifs.

Since its launch in 2018, Rastah has steadily risen from a niche Lahore-based label to a standout name in the global fashion scene. They are known for blending contemporary streetwear with South Asian textiles and craft traditions. 

Previously, Hollywood’s heartthrob Timothée Chalamet was spotted in Los Angeles wearing a cozy brown Rastah sweatshirt paired with matching pants.

Pop icon Justin Bieber turned heads when he wore a hand-embroidered pink button-up shirt from Rastah’s Volume 10 collection, showcasing the brand’s intricate craftsmanship.

Bollywood royalty has embraced Rastah, too. Veteran actor Anil Kapoor wore the label’s Hand-woven Dot Jacket at the Animal premiere in Mumbai, while his son Harshvardhan Kapoor also featured in a collaborative shoot wearing a handcrafted denim yarn-dyed jacket, showing how Rastah seamlessly blends East and West.

Iman Vellani, who plays Ms. Marvel, wore the ‘Pink Eyes Can’t See’ patch T-shirt in the Ms. Marvel finale, a subtle yet powerful nod to South Asian representation on screen.

In 2022, Rastah’s founders made the Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 list. The brand also became the first Pakistani label showcased at London Fashion Week in 2023.

The reactions to Diljit’s latest style move have been full of excitement and pride. Singer Aima Baig showed her approval with fiery emojis “ ” while stand-up comedian Akaash Singh cheered, writing “LETS GO!”. 

Fans praised the brand’s continued success, commenting “Always love your stuff” and “Celebration time ❤❤”. 

Many celebrated the moment as a win for Pakistani fashion, with one user writing, “Moving further up in the world ❤ good for you guys, best of luck ” and another calling it “Another banger ”. 

One fan summed up the pride perfectly: “Punjabi a gye oye ” while another shared, “Waoooooo I always feel your success as mine personal ♥”.

Despite a ban on its release in India, Sardaar Ji 3 is smashing records overseas. Starring Diljit alongside Pakistani star Hania Aamir, the Punjabi-language film has earned around ₹33.6 crore (PKR 109.87 crore) in just one week and is on track to hit the ₹50 crore (PKR 163.5 crore) mark soon. Loved by audiences in the US, Canada, the UK, and Pakistan, the film is being praised as a huge success story for cross-border Punjabi cinema.

After a string of controversies, scandals and run ins with the law, TikToker Rajab Butt has found himself in trouble yet again. 

Media reports have stated that Dolphin Force officials stopped Butt’s car in Lahore. 

The action came as part of a city-wide campaign against vehicles with black tinted windows. 

Reports say that during a routine check at Thokar Niaz Baig, a team led by DSP Mubashir Awan removed black sheets from Rajab’s car windows for violating traffic rules.

A Dolphin Force spokesperson said that many similar operations are being carried out across the city to ensure that vehicles follow the law. 

SP Arslan Zahid added that thousands of vehicles have already faced action for such violations and urged citizens to respect traffic rules, warning that strict action will continue in the future.

The past six to seven months have seen Rajab Butt land in the headlines more often than not. In May, a video allegedly showing YouTuber Rajab Butt and his associates assaulting a young man went viral on social media. Following the incident, the victim filed a request for legal action at the Satu Katla Police Station. However, YouTuber Rajab Butt later issued an apology and termed the incident a misunderstanding. The victim accepted the apology, and both parties subsequently reconciled, leading to the withdrawal of the request.

In another case, an FIR had been filed against YouTuber Rajab Butt and his cousin Salman Haider. Haider has been accused of rape, blackmail, and unlawful confinement, while Butt was  alleged to have helped in locking the complainant and her sister.

However, he was granted bail in that case. Meanwhile, the court also extended the interim bail of co-accused Salman Haider.

The YouTuber had to leave the country for an extended period after he named his perfume “295”, the number of the penal code that deals with blasphemy, a highly sensitive matter in the country.

He was arrested just one day after his wedding in January for illegally possessing a lion cub and displaying weapons.

Before that, he, Ducky Bhai and Nadeem Nani Wala launched an online course-selling website, for which they were brutally trolled by fans. Many fans pointed out that the same courses are available for free on YouTube.