Author: News Desk

Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane is not in India to experience the re-release of Sanam Teri Kasam and its newfound popularity firsthand. However, she has shared her emotions in an Instagram post, calling the film’s success “magical.”

The romantic drama, originally released in 2016, did not gain much attention at first. However, it has made an incredible comeback to cinemas, nearly nine years after its initial release, proving to be a major success for Mawra and Bollywood co-star Harshvardhan Rane.

Mawra shared a carousel of videos from Sanam Teri Kasam, writing, “Not me fainting to the numbers Sanam Teri Kasam re-release is doing! MashAllah magical! Sanam Teri Kasam re-releasing is proof that ‘waqt se pehle or naseeb se zyaada nahi mil sakta.’ I am so, so grateful for the love you have all poured in for the last three weeks. It’s unheard of… they’re saying we’ve made history!”

She also credited the film’s producer Deepak Mukut for the movie’s continued success.

She wrote, “So, so happy for my producer Deepak Mukut ji. You’ve always smiled in the face of failure and taken it in stride like nothing happened. This is a result of your patience and good heart!”

Acknowledging the directors, Mawra praised Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao, saying, “To the cast and crew of the film… insanely awesome humans, so hardworking! And to my two mad teachers, Vinay Sir & Radhika Ma’am… May this be a new start for you two, keep creating magic!”

Since Mawra is unable to experience the film’s renewed success in India, she playfully called Harshvardhan “lucky” for being at the centre of all the excitement.

Harshvardhan Rane, who played a key role in Sanam Teri Kasam, has also acknowledged the overwhelming love the film continues to receive.

Renowned actress Yashma Gill recently made headlines with her candid revelations on a podcast with 365 News, where she openly discussed feminism, finances, and the reasons behind spending millions on her close friend Hania Aamir’s birthday party.

During the interview, the host brought up the video of her surprise birthday party for Hania Aamir that went viral on social media and asked, “What made you spend millions on this party for Hania?”

She laughed and responded, “Because it was a surprise birthday party, it cost millions. If you want to know the budget for this party, I will not tell you.”

Speaking about her bond with Hania, she added, “Hania Aamir is my best friend, and she is like my sister.”

When asked about her biggest expenses, Yashma revealed, “I am thinking of buying a house these days, which I mentioned to a friend, and he told me about houses that cost a lot.”

She further admitted, “I told this friend that I spend more and earn less.”

In a surprising confession, she stated, “My employees have my card, and they spend it as they wish.”

Yashma Gill also expressed her strong views on marriage, making it clear that she will not compromise her career for anyone.

She revealed that she once approached a marriage bureau but was shocked when they demanded Rs. 4 lakh before showing her a potential match.

Dismissing rumours about her personal life, Yashma claimed, “I have not had any romantic relationship with anyone to date. I am a very modest girl.”

Regarding her future husband, she stated, “I will marry a person who understands my work, schedule, family, and environment.” She further emphasized, “I will never marry a man who will have a problem with my working in showbiz.”

Yashma also spoke about feminism, clarifying, “I am not into these things, but I believe that everyone should get their full rights.”

She explained, “Men and women have different characteristics; everyone has their importance and rights. Men can never do women’s work, and women can’t do men’s work, so everyone has their place and should get their full rights.”

On the topic of why men tend to pass away earlier than women, Yashma remarked, “Men probably die earlier because they are already older.”

“In the past, it was customary for men to marry women 15 years younger than themselves, which is probably why men die earlier,” she added.

Jawani Phir Nahi Ani (JPNA), Pakistani cinema’s renowned comedy film series, is making a comeback with its third movie. In a recent Something Haute podcast, Hassan Choudary and Aamna Haider Isani disclosed that JPNA 3’s script is in the works.

According to Hassan, Humayun Saeed personally confirmed the exciting news, saying, “We have started working on JPNA 3.” Naturally, the next big question was whether the film’s ensemble would include the Hamza Ali Abbasi-led lineup from the first film or Fahad Mustafa’s sequel.

While JPNA 3 will reportedly star Fahad Mustafa and his team, as it continues the tradition of the previous films in the series, Hassan inquired whether Hamza Ali Abbasi, who had recently returned to the entertainment world, would also appear in the film. Humayun kept things vague, stating only, “Let’s see what happens.”

While no official announcements have been made about the entire cast, this news has already piqued fans’ interest. The JPNA series is renowned for its high-energy comedy, lavish production, and star-studded cast, making it one of Pakistan’s most successful film franchises. Hassan and Aamna both admitted that JPNA is still their favorite series.

With the script now in development, all eyes are on the JPNA 3 team to see how they can restore the magic. Will we see a spectacular reunion of former cast members, or will there be any unexpected surprises? One thing is certain: audiences are in for a laugh-filled trip!

In a groundbreaking moment at the 2025 Academy Awards, No Other Land, a documentary co-directed by Palestinian journalist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham, won Best Documentary Feature. This marks Palestine’s first-ever Oscar win, a historic triumph for the filmmakers and their cause.

The film sheds light on the struggles of Palestinians in Masafer Yatta, a West Bank village facing demolition by Israeli forces. Adra, at the heart of the documentary, risks his safety to document the destruction of his homeland, while Abraham, a Jewish-Israeli journalist, joins him in amplifying the story. The powerful collaboration between Israeli and Palestinian filmmakers stood out among nominees Porcelain War, Sugarcane, Black Box Diaries, and Soundtrack to a Coup d’État.

During an emotional acceptance speech, Adra reflected on the ongoing hardships faced by Palestinians. “About two months ago, I became a father, and my hope for my daughter is that she will not have to live the same life I’m living now, always fearing settler violence, home demolitions, and forced displacements,” he said. “We call on the world to take serious actions to stop the injustice and to stop the ethnic cleansing of Palestinian people.”

Abraham echoed Adra’s sentiments, emphasising the inequality that exists between them despite their shared cause.  “When I look at Basel, I see my brother, but we are unequal,” he said. “We live in a regime where I am free under civilian law, while Basel is under military laws that destroy his life.” He also made a plea for an end to the suffering in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages taken on October 7, stating, “There is another way. It’s not too late for life, for the living.”

The film’s victory is particularly significant given the challenges it faced in distribution. While it has secured deals in 24 countries, including the UK and France, it has been largely self-distributed in the US. Earlier in the evening, the filmmakers also showed their support for Palestine on the Oscars red carpet during their interviews, further reinforcing their message.

With No Other Land’s win, the filmmakers hope to spark global conversations about justice, equality, and the urgent need for political solutions in the region.