Superstar Mahira Khan is known for effortless style and grace. Every outfit that she dons is near perfect, every looks that she creates is style personified.
So, its heartwarming to see that once upon a time, she was an adorably awkward teenager, just like the rest of us mere mortals.
The Humsafar actress posted nostalgic pictures with her childhood friend Shahna Hafeez Sheikh on Instagram, accompanied by an emotional birthday message celebrating their unbreakable bond.
The photos show a young Mahira smiling in casual school clothes, giving off the vibe of a simple girl still looking for her personal style.
“My darling one and only shanaaa, my childhood sweetheart! @sanhafeezsheikhHappy birthday you sexy Gangsta. I am so grateful that you were born today… so grateful for alll the years and countless memories.. for the laughter and the tears… but God the laughter, like no no other,” she wrote.
“We have always been in each others corner, from years books to life. Holding hands and whispering I love you. Just being there for each other in ways only we can. We are blessed Alhumdulillah. To have each other and this insanely chaotic beautiful group of friends. MashAllah,” she added.
“You’re the bevis to my butthead, baskin to my robbins, the shilpa to my shetty.. and the sweeet to my heart. Cheesy? Damn right it will be. I love YOU! Always and forever ♾️ ,” Mahira Khan concluded.
Amid growing backlash, Ducky Bhai has addressed the controversy surrounding ‘Join Elite Group‘ on Monday in a YouTube podcast with Talha Reviews.
He officially announced his withdrawal from the project and promised full refunds to all customers who had purchased courses.
“We are withdrawing from the matter of the entire course, and all of you will receive refunds. Now, whoever purchased the course must act responsibly. You need to send a screen recording of the email you received, along with your ID. There will be a support email where only a short screen recording is required.”
Talking about how buyers can get a refund, he said, “You have to record your screen. You must be inside the website. Once inside, press the home button and go to your bank account. You can blur or crop your personal information—no issue. Just show the date when the negative 5,000 was deducted and credited to the ‘Join Elite Group’ account. That’s all. A 20- to 30-second screen recording is enough. It will be verified, and you will receive your refund. Simple. Also, send your bank details so the refund can be processed accordingly.”
However, his other partners, Rajab Butt and Nadeem Nani Wala, have not responded yet to his statement.
What is Join Elite Group?
Famous Pakistani vloggers Rajab Butt, Ducky Bhai (Saad ur Rehman), and Nadeem Naniwala recently launched a new online learning platform called ‘Join Elite Group’. The platform offers paid courses on topics like TikTok live streaming, business startups, cryptocurrency investments, YouTube vlogging, and online store management.
However, since its launch, Join Elite Group has faced intense criticism. Many have questioned its legitimacy and accused the creators of monetizing their audience unfairly. Critics argue that much of the knowledge being sold in these courses is already available for free on platforms like YouTube and social media.
The courses include TikTok Live Streaming, which focuses on monetization strategies for live sessions, and Business Startups, providing insights on how to launch and manage a business.
The Cryptocurrency Investments course helps participants understand and navigate the crypto market, while the YouTube Growth course teaches how to build a successful YouTube channel.
Additionally, the E-commerce Expertise course covers how to establish and optimize online stores, equipping individuals with the skills needed to thrive in the digital marketplace.
Despite these ambitious claims, the platform faced technical issues from day one. Users reported problems such as high traffic errors, frequent “too many requests” messages, and failed sign-ups, fueling scepticism about the project’s reliability.
The platform’s credibility took a major hit after several prominent YouTubers and influencers criticized it. Journalist Sheraz Butt mocked the initiative, questioning the creators’ credentials and intentions. He pointed out that Ducky Bhai himself once admitted in a podcast that he is “not a teacher” and does not provide educational content.
Additionally, YouTubers Talha Reviews, Maaz Safdar, and Ali Butt labelled the project a “scam”. They advised fans to avoid spending money on courses that offer knowledge freely available online.
Actor Ali Gul Malah, who gained widespread fame for his role in the popular 2023-2024 drama Ishq Murshid, became the centre of attention once again when a video of him enjoying a sightseeing tour in London went viral.
Malah, known for his iconic dialogue “Bhale” in the drama, shared a short video on Instagram where he expressed gratitude to the drama’s director, Farooq Rind.
In the video, filmed near London’s famous Big Ben, Ali Gul Malah thanked Farooq Rand for creating Ishq Murshid, which, according to him, not only shaped his career but also brought him to iconic locations like the clock tower. With his signature style, Malah spoke fondly of the director’s role in transforming his life through the success of the drama.
He said, “Farooq Rind ne Ishq Murshid jaisa drama bana kar meri zindagi bhi bana di. Aaj mein is drama ki wajah se London ke mashhoor maqam par hoon.”
[Farooq Rind created a drama like Ishq Murshid and transformed my life. Today, I am at this famous location in London because of the drama.]
While standing in front of Big Ben, Ali Gul Malah also performed a traditional jhoomar dance, a joyful expression of his happiness and excitement. His short video quickly gained traction on social media, with users flooding the post with comments. Most fans welcomed him to London and sent well wishes for his continued success.
Ali Gul Malah became a household name for his portrayal of Fazal Bakhsh, a humorous character in Ishq Murshid, who is often heard saying “Bhale” throughout the show. “Bhale” is a Sindhi word meaning agreement or consent, commonly used when someone agrees or approves of something.
While Malah had previously appeared in numerous dramas on Pakistan Television (PTV) and in Sindhi dramas since his childhood, it was Ishq Murshid that brought him newfound fame and recognition across the country.
Viral photos circulating on social media have confirmed that actress Maryam Nafees and her husband, director Aman Ahmed, are expecting their first child.
Nafees is spending quality time with her family in Islamabad. She recently hosted a Godh Bharai (baby shower) ceremony at her home, inviting close family and friends to celebrate the occasion.
Prominent actors Ahmed Ali Akbar and Usman Khalid Butt were also part of the celebrations. Maryam shared beautiful pictures from the event with her husband, mother, and friends, which quickly went viral on social media.
Maryam Nafees’ fans have recently praised her exceptional acting skills in the private TV drama serial Jaan-e-Jahan. Apart from her acting career, she is also a prominent social activist who actively raises her voice on various social issues.
Months after finding herself in the midst of a video leaks controversy, TikToker Imsha Rehman has finally broken silence and revealed that the culprit who released her “fake videos” had been arrested by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
Imsha, a popular social media star with over 200,000 followers on TikTok, had in November last year deleted her account after viral videos allegedly showed her sharing an intimate moment with an unidentified person. The alleged leaks had come within days of similar videos of TikToker Manahil Malik, sparking widespread criticism over the internet.
“The videos circulating online were fake and purposely spread to harm me,” she said in her maiden interview since after disappearing from spotlight. The situation, Imsha said, affected her deeply and she could no longer go to the university or face people.
The social media influencer revealed that she had even received death threats, and called netizens out over the prevalent culture where people don’t find it problematic to produce or share such content. “People think it’s cool to share others’ videos without understanding the damage it can cause.”
Imsha said that instead of releasing a video statement back in November, she chose to take legal action against the culprit, which has led to the arrest of an accused. Praising the FIA (FIA) for its help, she confirmed that the agency had in its custody the man who allegedly produced and shared the videos.
It merits a mention that the videos in question were not the only of their kind as multiple other social media celebrities were also targeted.
Imsha became the latest victim of social media leaks when at least two controversial videos of her went viral on November 11, 2024. The videos, which seemed to show the social media influencer sharing an intimate moment with a male friend, sparked strong reactions from people online. Many expressed concern over the growing number of cases involving digital privacy violations.
Earlier, Imsha has not yet given an official statement but deactivated her social media accounts on Instagram, Tiktok, Snapchat, and Facebook. She posted a message on her Instagram saying, “Jab tak video viral hai mein ne id off kar di hai [I have deactivated my accounts for as long as the video is doing the rounds].”
Social media activists and other influencers also called for the removal of the viral videos and urged people to respond more compassionately to such sensitive situations.
The alleged leaks had not only brought to fore the menace of deepfakes but also highlighted issues of privacy violations and the responsibility of social media platforms to protect users’ content.
Famous YouTuber and content creator Rajab Butt’s lavish wedding in December had been criticised by many people for being overtly lavish.
The events, filled with expensive gifts, became a hot topic especially after controversial gifts like a gun and a lion cub were given to Butt, leading to legal trouble.
Appearing as a guest on Dais Book, he responded to the backlash about his wedding, explaining his perspective.
“When a jobless son of a rich man sees a poor guy driving a Land Cruiser, he will feel sad and criticize him.”
I believe this criticism comes from the same people who feel threatened by my success,” Rajab Butt added.
He compared his situation to that of fellow creator Ducky, who faced backlash early in his career due to offensive language but found success in daily vlogging.
“Once I joined the race of top vloggers, the criticism started,” Rajab Butt added.
As for the wedding itself, Rajab Butt explained, “I had a normal wedding with mayun, mehndi, barat and walima. If my friends wanted to celebrate my happiness by spending money, I couldn’t stop them.”
He emphasized that his success didn’t happen by chance, highlighting that he started from zero. “People should find motivation in our journey instead of feeling frustrated or complexed,” he added.
“I can’t hide my life from the people, and I’m not selling anything. This is who I am and I’m proud of what I have achieved.”
Actor Ahmed Ali Akbar, who has quickly risen to fame in the entertainment industry, is now at the centre of marriage rumours.
The wedding season in the showbiz industry began earlier this year, with actor Mirza Gohar Rashid and actress Kubra Khan confirming their marriage.
Now, rumours are swirling around Ahmed Ali Akbar’s possible wedding.
Various media reports suggest that the actor is planning to marry a lawyer and digital content creator whose pictures have been circulating on social media.
Fans believe that he is a very private person, and if he does marry, it will likely be a simple ceremony with only close family members in attendance.
Apart from them, singer Asim Azhar and actress Merub Ali have announced that they are getting married this year. However, he’s finally broken the chup ka roza. When asked about marriage in 2025 during an interview with Connect Cine, the singer kept things vague, saying it’s ultimately in God’s hands and is a family decision. While he didn’t directly confirm or deny the claim, his response—hinting that “everyone already knows”—seems like a soft confirmation.
Pakistan- American rapper and singer Bohemia made a surprising revelation about his real name during an appearance as a guest on Hasna Mana Hai.
Pakistan- American rapper and singer Bohemia made a surprising revelation about his real name during an appearance as a guest on Hasna Mana Hai.
When host Tabish asked, “How should I address you?”
Bohemia replied, “You can call me Raja, my family call me Raja. My real name is Roger David.”
The Kali Hoodie singer also talked about the meaning of the famous stage name, explaining, “Bohemia means freedom.”
He was born in Karachi, he said in the podcast, adding that he later moved to Peshawar with his family when he was just five years old due to his father’s transfer.
“I wrote my first song at the age of 8,” Bohemia revealed.
Bohemia discussed his experience with Indian singers, including Guru Randhawa, to whom he gave the nickname ‘Guru.’
The Same Beef singer reminisced about his time with late Indian Punjabi rapper Sidhu Moosewala while shooting for the song ‘Same Beef’, sharing a funny behind- the- scenes story.
Bohemia said, “Sidhu wore my white shirt in the video, (song), and he had asked me to take it off so he could wear it during the shoot.”
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has reportedly found love for the third time.
According to recent reports from Indian media, the 59-year-old actor is in a relationship with a woman from Bangalore.
Reports reveal that a close source to Aamir Khan has shared that he recently introduced his new partner to his family. The meeting was reportedly a pleasant one, with the family welcoming her warmly.
However, Aamir Khan has not yet issued an official statement about the new relationship.
He married Reena Dutta in 1986, but the couple parted ways in 2002. In 2005, Aamir married filmmaker Kiran Rao, but their relationship also ended in 2021 when they divorced.
Aamir Khan has two children from his first marriage.
Zarrar Khan got role in Baarwan Khiladi with help from a superstar
Appearing as a guest on Fuchsia Magazine, the Meem Se Mohabbat actor shared the story of how he got a chance in Baarwan Khiladi.
“Are you interested in acting?” That one question from superstar Mahira Khan changed everything for the young actor, setting him on a path to stardom.
Appearing as a guest on Fuchsia Magazine, the Meem Se Mohabbat actor shared how Mahira Khan recognised his talent and gave him the opportunity to step into the world of acting.
Zarrar first met Mahira on the set of Neelofar, where he had a small role. Later, during his college days, he got another chance to work with her in Baarwan Khiladi.
The host, Rabia Mughni, asked, “How did the opportunity for acting come your way?”
The young actor recalled that he got a chance to act during his college days.
“I did a project called Baarhwan Khiladi, in which I got to work with Mahira Khan. Even before that, I had done a commercial,” he said.
When the host asked if he had worked with Pakistan’s star actress before, the Jafaa actor said, “Yes, it was a small role, but I got to meet Mahira there. And that’s how Baarhwan Khiladi happened. I spent two or three days working alongside her, and that’s when she asked me, ‘Zarrar, are you interested in acting?’ I said, ‘Yes.’”
Zarrar Khan has starred in dramas such as College Gate and Jafaa and is currently appearing in Meem Se Mohabbat.
Baarwan Khiladi, a sports drama web series produced by Mahira Khan and Nina Kashif under Soul Fry Films, marked Zarrar’s official acting debut. Directed by Adnan Sarwar and written by Shahid Dogar, the series featured him as Sohail, a role that earned him recognition.
