Category: Entertainment

Actress Hania Aamir has responded quite strongly to people spreading fake news about her on social media.

With 18.6 million followers on Instagram, Hania is the most followed actress in Pakistan. She recently reacted in her own unique style to viral posts using her name just for views and likes.

She shared a viral video in her Instagram story that showed mobile camera tips and tricks. However, the creator falsely used her name to attract attention.

Hania Aamir called the claim “fake and fabricated.” She used the moment to highlight the growing problem of fake news in a simple but effective way.

In her story, she wrote: “Although it’s not that serious, you people write anything, say anything, and talk about yourself.”

She continued: “Anyone says anything and you agree. You keep playing with each other  what are you doing?” She also urged people to fact-check before believing or sharing anything.

Hania Aamir took a strong stance against those who spread false information.

Hania Aamir is not only loved in Pakistan but also has fans in India. However, during past tensions between the two countries, she was one of the artists targeted by boycott campaigns.

Earlier, a fake Instagram story using her name went viral. It falsely claimed that she made an appeal to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Pahalgam attack. Hania clarified, saying: “I have nothing to do with this post. It’s fake.”

Soon after that, another rumor claimed she had created a separate Instagram account for Indian fans. She cleared the air by saying she only uses one official Instagram account.

Through her latest response, Hania Amir once again reminded everyone not to fall for fake news and always verify facts before sharing.

Social media influencer Valeria Marquez, 23, has been shot dead during a TikTok livestream from her beauty salon in Jalisco, Mexico.

According to a report from the local attorney general’s office, a man entered her salon and fatally shot her while she was filming a live video inside her Blossom Beauty Lounge on May 13. The video that quickly spread across different platforms showed her grabbing her abdomen before collapsing.

The shooting happened around 6:30 pm local time, reports said, adding that emergency services arrived shortly after but paramedics confirmed that Marquez no longer had any vital signs.

Officials are currently gathering evidence and are talking witnesses. The investigation is ongoing and the case is being treated as a femicide – the killing of a woman because of her gender.

While an autopsy is pending following family’s identification, fans are heartbroken over the influencer’s death.

“She was very beautiful. I hope justice is served… she didn’t deserve that ending,” wrote one fan. Another said, “No one deserves to die that way. May this beautiful young woman rest in peace.”

Before the killing, Marquez had a large online fanbase with over 173,000 followers on Instagram and 128,000 on TikTok. Just days before the incident, her last posts on social media included a professional photoshoot.

A high-stakes rescue mission in the mountains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in August 2023, which gripped global audiences, is now being turned into a documentary titled Hanging By A Wire. The film is directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Mohammad Ali Naqvi.

Naqvi will present exclusive footage from the documentary during Cannes Docs Week, part of the prestigious Marché du Film at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

He shared the news on Instagram, posting a report by Deadline and calling the documentary “deeply personal”.

“A real-life thriller set in the mountains of Pakistan where six schoolboys were left dangling 900 feet in the air, and an entire nation came together to pull off the impossible,” he wrote.

Naqvi also praised his long-time collaborator Bilal Sami and the production teams at EverWonder Studio and Mindhouse Productions. The team includes notable names such as Aloke Devichand, Arron Fellows, Louis Theroux, and Jon Adler.

Hanging By A Wire recounts the harrowing story of six schoolboys and two adults who were trapped in a cable car 900 feet above the ground for over 15 hours. They had been trying to cross a treacherous valley to reach school when two of the car’s cables snapped.

The rescue mission involved helicopters, ziplines, military commandos, local villagers, and a race against time.

According to a press release, the documentary will feature “never-before-seen footage capturing multiple angles which required helicopters, ziplines, and heroic efforts  plus first-hand accounts from the first responders and survivors who lived to tell their story.”

Naqvi described the film as feeling like a movie: “I grew up devouring ‘90s action thrillers, and with Hanging By A Wire we’re giving that white-knuckle rush a documentary backbone. Every frame is real six schoolboys, 900 feet in the air, a rescue clock ticking down and that authenticity makes the stakes soar.”

This marks the latest project from Naqvi, known for Turning Point (Netflix), Shame (Showtime), and the Emmy-nominated The Accused: Damned or Devoted?

The documentary is co-produced with Bilal Sami, known for David Blaine: Do Not Attempt (Disney+/Hulu) and the Pakistani feature film Laal Kabootar.

Film actress Sana Nawaz believes that artists have no borders and that their role is to promote peace, not to fight wars.

While addressing journalists in London, she was asked why so many celebrities have remained silent during the recent tensions between Pakistan and India.

“Artists are ambassadors of peace. Their job is not to fight; they are free from the confinement of borders,” she said.

Sana also shared a video of her response on Instagram.

She noted that artists often face criticism regardless of what they do. “The most difficult thing for artists is that even if they speak out on an issue, they are criticised; and even if they remain silent, they are still criticised,” she explained.

While emphasising the global and unifying nature of art, she also acknowledged an artist’s duty to support their country. “Although artists are free from borders, it is still their duty to protect and support their country,” she stated.

She further added, “When it comes to the country and our homeland, artists should stand with their nation, there is no doubt about it.”

Calling the current Pakistan-India situation “a very difficult time for both countries,” Sana Nawaz reiterated that artists are not meant to be involved in conflict. “The job of artists is not to fight,” she said.

She concluded by saying, “Artists live in the hearts of people. They are beyond borders, free from limitations. They are ambassadors of peace and love.”

Actress  Areej Chaudhary has shared a disturbing incident from the early days of her career, revealing how a young actress was watched by several men while changing clothes on a drama set.

During a recent appearance on Nida Yasir’s morning show, where fellow actresses Maimuna Quddus and Sara Umair were also guests, Areej opened up about the experience and how it left her shocked and angry.

She recalled that during a shoot in Lahore, a new actress began changing her clothes on set, and the situation quickly turned uncomfortable.

“She was forced to work for money,” Areej said, “and when she went to change her clothes during the shoot, all the technical and other boys on set gathered around.”

According to Areej, the moment the actress started changing, “a boy noticed her and then called all the other boys to come see.” At first, Areej didn’t realize what was happening. But once she understood the situation, she felt deeply disturbed.

“I didn’t know what to do,” she said. “I was new to the industry, and there were senior actors on set too.”

Seeing the crowd gather, Areej approached the actress and explained what was going on. “As soon as I told her, she started crying profusely,” Areej added.

She said, “The room where the girl went to change clothes was built with a type of glass which allowed  people standing outside to look in but the person inside the room was not aware of this.”

Areej comforted the girl afterward, saying, “What was supposed to happen has happened. Nothing more will happen now. Please stop crying, and be careful next time.”

Renowned singer and musician Abrar-ul-Haq has released a powerful new anthem, Hum Sache Pakistani, as a tribute to Pakistan’s successful response to India’s military Operation Sindoor following the April 22 Pahalgam attack.

His latest anthem, released on May 12 via his official YouTube channel, has already garnered over 65,000 views and is receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from social media users.

The anthem directly addresses Indian aggression and celebrates the courage of Pakistan’s armed forces. One line in particular, “Sheeron ki aik hi dhaar mein, Sindoor gaya tera bhaar mein,” is going viral for its bold and poetic message. Listeners have called it a morale booster and a tribute to the resilience of the Pakistani nation.

Social media is buzzing with admiration, and the song is being widely shared by fans, celebrities, and even political figures. Abrar-ul-Haq also takes a moment in the anthem to honour Pakistan’s three armed forces.

Despite a ceasefire, the divide between India and Pakistan is widening now surfacing not just in politics, but across streaming platforms and film posters. From Mawra Hocane to Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan, top Pakistani stars are being digitally erased from iconic Bollywood visuals. Their faces may be gone, but their unforgettable performances continue to live on.

Actress Mawra Hocane has been removed from Sanam Teri Kasam posters on Spotify and YouTube Music even as the 2016 romantic drama enjoys renewed popularity.

This digital erasure comes after Hocane’s public condemnation of Indian  military’s Operation Sindoor, which targeted areas in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians dead.

On May 7, 2025, Hocane’s viral statement criticizing the airstrikes reignited fierce debate about nationalism, art, and accountability. But the backlash didn’t stop there.

Her co-star from Sanam Teri Kasam, Harshvardhan Rane, lashed out on Instagram, calling her comments “derogatory” and “hateful.” He publicly announced that he would not return for a potential sequel if Hocane were involved emphasizing his pride in India and his refusal to compromise on “values.”

Never one to stay silent, Hocane clapped back in a fiery Instagram story, accusing Rane of turning cross-border conflict into a PR stunt for “personal gain.” She called his stance “performative,” and his refusal to return “a strategy for attention.”

Rane responded calmly, claiming he never disrespected her or attacked her dignity, but likened her removal from the sequel to an Indian farmer “weeding out unwanted elements” a comment many saw as a thinly veiled jab.

Mahira Khan, who starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Raees, has disappeared from the film’s YouTube cover image. Fawad Khan, too, has been scrubbed from the posters of Kapoor & Sons.

Television host Fahad Mustafa has praised the Pakistan Army for its response during the military Operation Bunyan Al Marsoos, launched in response to Indian aggression. 

While commending the army’s capabilities, he sent a strong message to India, saying, “Don’t do it again, son. This isn’t a Bollywood film.”

At the beginning of his popular game show Jeeto Pakistan, Fahad paid tribute to the armed forces and commended the Pakistani media for its responsible reporting. A short video clip of his remarks quickly went viral on social media.

Fahad appreciated the army’s swift response and applauded the media for not spreading false information. “Our media didn’t make exaggerated claims or report lies, they only reported the facts,” he said.

He also addressed Indian citizens, stating that people of all religions live peacefully in Pakistan. “There is no Hindutva here. Everyone is equal,” he remarked.

He added that Pakistan never wanted war, but India misunderstood. “Now, their minds are calm after the Pakistan Army’s response,” he said with a touch of humour.

Speaking directly to India, he joked, “Don’t do it again, son. This isn’t a Bollywood film.” He emphasised, “When things happen for real, they happen like this. So don’t try it again, and enjoy Pakistan’s response.”

He concluded by saying, “Pakistan did exactly what it said, and India felt it.”

His video has since gone viral online, with many users praising his bold stance and vocal support for the armed forces.

HUM Films’ gritty new release, The Martial Artist, is making waves across the Middle East and North Africa following its theatrical release on April 4 2025.

After a successful premiere in the USA and Canada, the film is now screening in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman. Written, directed, produced by, and starring Shaz Khan (from Parwaaz Hai Junoon and Moor), The Martial Artist blends intense MMA action with a compelling story of personal redemption.

Khan portrays Ibby “The Prince” Bakran, an up-and-coming MMA fighter whose ego and personal tragedy send him into a downward spiral. From the glitz of cage fighting in Arizona to the solitude of Pakistan’s remote mountains, Ibby embarks on a journey of physical and emotional healing under the guidance of a wise old trainer, played by Faran Tahir.

While the film’s raw visual style and emotional themes resonate strongly, The Martial Artist isn’t without flaws; rough editing, inconsistent lighting, and a few underwhelming twists hold it back at times. Still, its emotional message of loss, growth, and battling one’s inner demons makes it worth a watch.

The supporting cast, including Sanam Saeed, Babar Peerzada, Thesa Loving, and Shamayale Khattak, adds authenticity to the narrative. Realistic MMA choreography and minimal camera cuts lend the action scenes a grounded, visceral energy.

The Martial Artist is currently showing in cinemas across the Middle East and North Africa.