Renowned TV host and actress Nida Yasir has admitted to accidentally announcing an actress’s marriage on live television without confirming the news.
The incident occurred during her special Eid-ul-Fitr show, where she mistakenly included actress Anmol Baloch among the newlyweds of the year.
During the segment, singer Falak Shabbir and actress Sarah Khan congratulated showbiz couples including Mawra Hussain, Ameer Gilani, Kubra Khan, and Gohar Rasheed. Nida Yasir then added Anmol Baloch to the list, sparking widespread speculation about a secret wedding.
Soon after the episode aired, rumours of Anmol Baloch’s marriage began circulating online. The actress quickly stepped forward to clarify that she was not married.
Nida Yasir has now publicly admitted her mistake on her morning show, though she chose not to mention Anmol Baloch by name. She explained that a fellow showbiz personality had told her about the marriage, and without verifying the information, she mentioned it on air.
“The actress called me and said she isn’t married yet,” Nida revealed. “I realised that announcing something like this without confirmation, especially about a girl’s marriage, can be harmful. I made a mistake, and I take full responsibility.”
Nida also said she avoided naming the actress in her apology to prevent the matter from resurfacing in the media.
Pakistani designer Maria B is in hot water again after digital creator Türkan Atay accused her of non-payment and unprofessional behaviour following a photoshoot in Turkey.
“I told you in my stories that I had been facing issues with a brand named Maria B, but you didn’t believe me,” Türkan said, adding that she was approached again for a photoshoot in Turkey this year.
She explained that in Turkey, there is a different setup for shoots, where the venue, model, and other elements have to be paid for per outfit. “That’s why I charged her per dress, because I had to cover all expenses, including the location, venue, etc.,” she added.
Türkan further claimed to have “clearly communicated” her rates: “I gave her my quotation and have all the messages as proof. I did the shoot, made the video, and posted everything on social media. She paid me a lump sum, but I had clearly told her that I charge per dress.”
The digital creator revealed that the brand later claimed “there must have been a misunderstanding because they usually pay based on reels.”
Expressing her disappointment, Türkan Atay added, “It’s been three months now — they’ve been wasting my time and treating me like a fool. Please return my money. That is my money, and I have every right to do whatever I want with it. I will never work with you again. I’m extremely angry at your unprofessional attitude.”
Following her video, Maria B issued a public clarification on social media, to which the digital creator also responded, saying: “Maria B has shared stories against me. Maria Baji, I can hear you loud and clear, but I have the proof of our entire chat.”
In the video, Türkan claimed, along with screenshots, that Maria B did not reply to her messages about the payment delay and said that “these things are handled by her manager.”
Türkan went on to reveal that Maria B deleted all her messages, adding, “but I have all the proofs and I will share the screenshots here. Why did you delete your messages? Why didn’t you pay our money?”
Maria B’s brand issued a statement denying any intentional wrongdoing, saying, “There was a regrettable misunderstanding that we were committed to resolve. At no point was the payment denied. A meeting had been set up to address the issue, but the influencer chose to make a defaming reel instead of resolving the issue amicably. We remain committed to supporting the creative community.”
However, after some time, the post was quietly deleted, and the backlash only intensified.
But things didn’t end there. Maria B is now facing severe online backlash. Many accused her of conveniently playing the religion card when under scrutiny, while ignoring basic business ethics.
Artist and activist Leena Ghani didn’t hold back either. In a series of Instagram stories, she wrote, “Exploiting a young Turkish artist wasn’t enough. Maria the B really can’t help herself. Is this why she loves Turkey? Because now that people in Pakistan know her tactics, she’s outsourcing the exploitation?”
She added, “Maria the B tried. She uploaded a video accusing @turkanpk of lying, but Türkan came with receipts. And just like that, Maria the B had no choice but to delete the video and wipe the comments to save face!”
She continued her criticism, saying, “Maria B is a Pakistani designer. She was never under any threat for speaking up for Falasteen. Nor should she be celebrated for speaking up while others in the fashion industry are silent… Speaking up at home means taking accountability and challenging power structures she benefits from. She’s no longer the hero, but the villain.”
Fans also chimed in with strong reactions, “I didn’t expect this from Maria B.”
“The bigger the name, the lesser the ethics.”
“Falasteen k haq mei awaz uthaatay uthaatay, apno ka haq kha gai ”
“File a legal action suit against her. This is diabolical, you deserve to get compensated!”
“Hope everyone learns from your video and experience and boycotts Maria B.”
Türkan’s experience has struck a chord with many creatives who’ve faced similar challenges after working with popular brands.
Digital creator Sarosh Ibrahim’s recent Instagram video has sparked a crucial conversation about the portrayal of women in Pakistani dramas.
In one of her recent reels, Sarosh highlights a growing trend of female characters speaking in high-pitched, childlike voices and behaving in overly “cute” or timid ways. She called it part of a wider global pattern, where the entertainment industry compels women to gain recognition based on appearance, roles, and even how they sound.
“Infantilisation of women in media, the little girl voice syndrome—you have seen it all around you,” she highlights, including in the video scenes from popular Pakistani dramas, including Meem St Mohabbat.
She explains how the media frequently depicts female characters as weak, naive, and reliant on male guidance. “This establishes a stereotype that women are directionless and they need a man to guide them,” she adds.
Sarosh also links this pattern to deeper trauma responses, referencing global figures like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears—both known to have altered their voices early in their careers, reportedly a result of personal struggles.
In the Instagram caption, she wrote: “Recently, I came across numerous tweets (do we still call them that?) debating the child-like voice and mannerisms of female actors in Pakistani dramas… Let me know if I should discuss them in my stories if interested.”
The conversation quickly picked up. A user on X (formerly Twitter) pointed out how actor Alizeh Shah was recently trolled for having a naturally deeper voice in her Instagram reels. The user claimed that Alizeh had responded by revealing that many producers and directors expect heroines to use childish tones and mannerisms on-screen.
Alizeh didn’t hold back and she reposted Sarosh Ibrahim’s video featuring the X post to her story with the caption, “Finally someone spoke.”
In a follow-up story, she added:
“The high-pitched voices, the baby clothes, the overdone shyness?? Is it just ‘cuteness,’ or something deeper? It starts to look like we’re romanticizing childhood in women…
When we package adult women to look like little girls, aren’t we, in a way, feeding the very idea that fuels pedophilia? Maybe it’s time we ask…”
Both Sarosh and Alizeh’s remarks have struck a chord with many online, especially those tired of watching strong female leads reduced to shy, helpless caricatures.
As the series of alleged leaks targeting prominent social media personalities continues, TikToker and TV host Sajal Malik has broken silence, denying all claims regarding a video that netizens believed showed her along with an unidentified man.
As per the details, Sajal, who is known for her roadshows on a Lahore-based TV channel and has garnered millions of views on her social media, has filed a complaint with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), saying that the videos being linked to her were fake.
“Those videos are not mine. I haven’t done anything wrong, which is why I have come forward to clarify things,” she said in an interview with a digital media outlet.
Sajal revealed that the campaign against her had caused her severe mental distress, and also criticised media outlets as well as social media pages spreading unverified content. “Please don’t attach fake videos to my name. At least verify the facts before sharing such serious claims.”
A day earlier, TikToker Samia Hijab also denied connection to videos that were claimed to show her sharing an intimate moment with a man, stating that the clips were fake and AI-generated.
Previously, compromising videos allegedly linked to Minahil Malik, Mathira and Amsha Rehman have also gone viral online, sparking conversations about digital safety and deepfake abuse in Pakistan’s entertainment scene.
Former model and actor Iffat Omar has turned down the Punjab government’s offer to take on the role of cultural adviser to Information Minister Azma Bokhari.
“I’ve humbly declined the offer,” Iffat confirmed while speaking to Images.
This statement comes after several news outlets and social media pages reported that Iffat had accepted the position and would be working on cultural programmes for Punjab.
Iffat Omar now hosts a YouTube podcast, Say It All With Iffat Omar, where she engages with experts from various fields.
In 2022, Iffat announced that she was stepping away from acting, stating that the work in the industry no longer appealed to her.
“I have decided to quit showbiz because the work is so bad, and I criticise it myself. To do the work and then critique it doesn’t feel right,” she said at the time.
However, she left the door slightly open for a return, saying, “If I’m ever offered a really great script, I’ll consider it; otherwise, I’m done.”
Talhah Yunus from Young Stunners just dropped his solo album Shikwa (Side A), and trust me, this one’s different. It’s not just rap; it’s poetry with pain, style with struggle. It feels like he’s sitting under a flickering streetlight in Karachi, cigarette in hand, telling his story, and you can’t help but listen.
From the first track, Yunus sets the tone: moody, intense, raw. He teams up with Wazir Patar and Rap Demon to kick things off, and it sounds like a scene from a gangster movie. But right when you think the whole album will be full of attitude and fire, he switches gears and dives deep into emotions.
The music is dark but smooth. No loud, flashy beats, just thoughtful production with icy vibes and beats that let Talhah’s voice stand out. He raps like he’s letting out years of thoughts, not showing off, but opening up.
By the time you reach tracks like Shopping, you see another side of him. He’s not just flexing, he’s questioning the world around him. “Karachi is my home and my warzone,” he raps, turning the idea of luxury into survival.
Talhah isn’t here to chase hits. He’s here to reclaim his story. There’s no nostalgia, just reflection. His collab with Talha Anjum in Dawgs is like two friends talking quietly after a storm. And Happen, with Faris Shafi, might just break you, it’s that emotional.
100% brings a lo-fi vibe with Shareh, while Majaal, featuring Shamoon Ismail, feels like floating. But it all leads to the final track, Shikwa. It’s soft, poetic, and hits hard with the line, “Kya hi shikwa karein phir, teri ghalti nahi hai.” It’s the kind of song that stays with you long after it ends.
Shikwa (Side A) connects to Side B, which dropped last year. Side B was all heartbreak. Side A? It’s the build-up: the denial, the confidence, the fall before the crash. Together, they tell a full story of love, loss, and self-discovery.
This album isn’t just music, it’s Talhah Yunus laying it all out. Honest, raw, personal.
An Instagram account by the name of Anam S (@byyouraadee), which appears to be a fan page for Atif Aslam with almost every post featuring the singer or his family, has now caught everyone’s attention for a deeper reason.
The page shared an old interview clip of Atif Aslam, with a heartfelt caption.
“That same song became an anthem for the youth,” the fan wrote, referring to Aadat. “Although Atif and Ali Noor were on good terms later, it still breaks my heart whenever I think about that young newbie Atif, who must have gone to his senior with so much hope and excitement, only to be humiliated 🙁 Nobody supported him when he started, and yet he became THE ATIF ASLAM. AURA ♾”
In the video, Atif Aslam opens up about his early struggles and how poorly his first song, Aadat, was received by some seniors in the industry.
“When I recorded my first song, at that time, Noori were huge, huge! Everybody was crazy about Noori,” Atif recalled. “A friend of mine used to go to their band, so I told him, ‘Yaar, I want to play this song for them. I need their feedback.’
“So, all six of them were sitting in a room. I played the song. After it ended, they started talking about ‘Aadat,’ and after listening to it, they said, ‘This is a really bad, nonsense song. Cheap. Why did they even make this song? There’s no need for this in the market. Why did you do it?’
Only one person in the room said it was a powerful song. The rest dismissed it as meaningless.
Despite the criticism, Atif didn’t give up, and that ‘nonsense’ song became one of the biggest youth anthems in South Asia.
“And from that day on, Alhamdulillah, within a year and a half or two years, the same band was opening for me,” he added.
Today, Atif Aslam stands as one of the most celebrated artists in the music world. This throwback clip serves as a reminder that even legends once had to fight for their place.
Oscar voters will be required to demonstrate that they have watched all the films in each category before they cast their final ballots, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Monday.
The new rule, which addresses a longstanding concern that voters are skipping some films, will apply for the next Oscars ceremony in March 2026, the Academy said in a statement.
The Academy previously operated under an honor system that voters would see every Oscar-nominated film before casting their ballots.
However, with the number of nominees growing in recent years, some voters have admitted not fully fulfilling that duty.
Under the new system, Academy members will be tracked on the organization’s voters-only streaming platform to make sure they have watched each film.
For movies seen elsewhere, such as in cinemas or at festival screenings, voters will be required to “fill out a form” vouching for when and where it was watched, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
For the Best Picture category alone, which has 10 nominated films, competing studios traditionally host glitzy events to woo voters during their awards campaigns, with parties, screenings and festival showings, sometimes followed by Q&A sessions with the stars and filmmakers.
The Academy also weighed in on a controversy that arose during the last voting season, which was marred by questions about the use of artificial intelligence in movies, such as “The Brutalist” and “Emilia Perez.”
In guidance issued Monday, the Academy said AI and other digital tools will “neither help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination.”
The new rule clarifies that the use of technology is not disqualifying.
“The Academy and each branch will judge the achievement, taking into account the degree to which a human was at the heart of the creative authorship when choosing which movie to award.”
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan has shared his love for Qatar, calling it a safe, beautiful, and ideal destination for a holiday near India.
According to Indian media, Saif believes that “Qatar is a great place to spend holidays where I felt peace and security, and also found a home-like environment.”
The actor stayed in Qatar while working on a project and was deeply impressed by the lifestyle, views, and comfort. Reports also claim that he planned to buy a house there.
“The lifestyle, beautiful scenery, fine cuisine, and luxurious environment full of privacy really stood out to me,” he shared.
Speaking about a particular residential property, he said, “It gave me a ‘home away from home’ feeling.”
Sharing his priorities while selecting a vacation destination, Saif Ali Khan said, “Choosing a place to spend holidays or have a second home is important. It should be easily accessible and safe.”
He praised Qatar’s unique setting, saying, “The concept of another island within an island is ideal for people who like a peaceful and secluded environment.”
The Punjab government has given an important new role to actress and host Iffat Omar.
According to a private news channel, Iffat Omar has been appointed as the Cultural Advisor for Punjab. She will be responsible for reviving and promoting culture across the province.
Reports also claim she has been given an office in the Alhamra Cultural Complex in Lahore.
Iffat Omar, who has often expressed frustration with politics, reportedly shared her concerns with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz before taking on this role.
With her new position, fans are curious to see how the former showbiz star brings a fresh cultural vibe to Punjab.
