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  • WATCH: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Meets Sanjay Dutt in Dubai

    WATCH: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Meets Sanjay Dutt in Dubai

    A viral video has shown renowned Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt meeting backstage during a concert in Dubai.

    According to the details, the video was recorded at Rahat’s concert where Sanjay Dutt was also in attendance.

    In the video, the two stars can be seen having a friendly conversation, planning a future meeting and showing mutual respect as well as admiration.

    Rahat shared the video on his official Facebook account, prompting widespread appreciation from fans on either side of the border.

    Netizens said the interaction shows the love and respect both celebrities have for each other, highlighting a moment of warmth between two well-known figures from different entertainment industries.


    Rahat is known across the globe for his classical music and exceptional singing. His distinctive style has earned him a special place in the music landscape of the world.


    He has recorded numerous hit songs, ghazals and qawwalis, and has a massive following on social media with 8.2 million fans on Facebook.

    Bollywood celebrities, including Sanjay Dutt, have frequently praised Rahat’s voice and talent, further solidifying his reputation as a globally respected artist.

    Earlier Rahat Fateh Ali Khan revealed that Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s qawwali ‘Allah Hoo Allah Hoo’ was so loved by Westerners that they started calling him ‘Mr. Allah Hoo.’


    He spoke to the media in Canada and said, “Toronto is my second home because Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s wife used to live here and I used to come and stay at her house, my memories are associated with this city.”


    He further added, “My son Shah Zaman is performing on the big stage at a young age, he has learned by listening and singing along with Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan from the age of six.”


    He said, “Qawwali is my favorite genre in the art of music, there is freedom in Qawwali in which there is an opportunity to sing openly.”


    “We come abroad with the smell of the soil of our country,” he added


    He said that like the West, “I also liked Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s ‘Allah Ho Allah Ho’ the most.”

    Check the video below:



  • ‘Earn enough to save your relationships,’ advises Danish Nawaz

    ‘Earn enough to save your relationships,’ advises Danish Nawaz

    Actor Danish Nawaz has said that every person should earn enough money so that their relationships do not break.

    “Every person should earn enough money so that their relationships do not get lost or broken,” he said in response to a question about income while appearing on comedy program‘ Mazaq Raat’.

    “Every person should earn enough money so that when their child asks them for something, they can give it to them,” Nawaz added.

    He also spoke openly on other topics. “I started my career with comedy and continued to play comic roles for a long time, which made people think that I only knew comedy,” the actor-director said.

    According to Nawaz, he wanted to change this perception and so he turned towards directing and earned a name there through hard work.

    “My father Farid Nawaz Baloch passed away before my showbiz career and I learned a lot from Yasir Nawaz. I also played the best role of my life in ‘Nadanian.’”

    “I did not face any difficulties getting into directing after acting. I read and understood the script completely before starting to shoot, which impressed actors with my work,” he said.

    He further said, “Your loved ones give love without money, but you have to spend money on outsiders.”

  • Sheheryar Munawar, Maheen Siddiqui to tie the knot in December

    Sheheryar Munawar, Maheen Siddiqui to tie the knot in December

    Rumours are buzzing that actor Sheheryar Munawar and actress Maheen are planning to get married in December 2024, but neither of the stars has addressed the gossip.

    The news about Sheheryar Munawar and Maheen Siddiqui was shared by journalist Irfan Ul Haq on November 18, 2024, via his Instagram account, Irfanistan, with the caption: “Sheheryar Munawar is getting married in December. Guess who will be the luckiest Bride???”

    Maheen Siddiqui has appeared in dramas such as ‘Agar’, ‘Dooriyan’, and ‘Dobara’ whereas Shehryar Munawar has starred in ‘Meray Dard Ko Jo Zuban Miley’, ‘Tanhaiyan Naye Silsilay’, ‘Kahi Unkahi’, ‘Aasmanon Pay Likha’, ‘Pehli Si Muhabba’t, ‘Sinf-e- Aahan’, ‘Kuch Ankahi’, ‘Radd’ and currently he is starring in Aye ishq junoon, which airs on ARY Digital.

    Earlier, Munawar gave fans a peek into his love life with a surprising Instagram post. After months of speculation, the popular actor shared a heartfelt post showing affection for actress Maheen Siddiqui, calling her his “jaan” (beloved).

    In the post, Sheheryar shared photos from his birthday celebration, where close friends, including Maheen, surprised him late at night. Maheen was the first person he tagged in the post. She responded by resharing the post with a red heart emoji.

    Previously, Sheheryar Munawar got engaged in Karachi to Dr Hala Somroo, however, the engagement was called off a few months after that.

    In another story, Sheheryar reposted Maheen’s post with the sweet caption “Meri Jaan” (my beloved), thanking her for making his birthday extra special. This public display of affection has fans talking, especially since rumours have been circulating that the two might get married in December.

    In August, The Current spoke to a source who gave exclusive information about the heartthrob bachelor.

    Speculation gained momentum after Munawar spoke about his love life during an interview with Frieha Altaf.

    “Alhamdulillah, I’m very grateful and happy. My parents are very happy. Allah has been really kind,” he said.

    “I’m grateful for the love and support, but I request my fans to pray for us and respect our privacy as we embark on this new journey together,” the Zindagi Gulzar actor added.

      
    A few months back in July, during an interview with Fuchsia Magazine, the Zindagi Gulzar actor talked about domestic violence and the man-angle.


    Sheheryar said, “Parents teach children to be brave, not to cry, and never to show weakness. But after marriage, wives often don’t let husbands express their emotions. They say things like, If you lose your job, just start another business quickly. When men are told not to feel pain or cry, they become very harsh, leading to domestic violence.”
     


    Talking about the psychological effects of societal pressure on men:


    Radd actor said, “When men are burdened with numerous responsibilities and aren’t given the chance to express their emotions, it leads to issues in their personalities. In our society, there are many women who inflict forms of oppression on men that we can’t even imagine.”

     

  • Here’s why Laila Zuberi turned down Raj Kapoor’s Bollywood offer

    Here’s why Laila Zuberi turned down Raj Kapoor’s Bollywood offer

    What would you do if a Bollywood legend like Raj Kapoor offered you a role in his film?  For veteran actress Laila Zuberi, the answer was simple: stay true to Pakistan. 

    Appearing as a guest on  Tabish Hashmi’s Hasna Mana Hai, Laila revealed a significant offer she once received and declined from Bollywood legend Raj Kapoor.

    One of the audience members asked, “You have done many famous and hit dramas, Mashallah. Have you ever received an opportunity or an offer from another country, and you chose Pakistan over that?”

    To this, Laila replied, “Yes, absolutely, something like that happened once. We were invited to the Sharjah Cup, where we met Raj Kapoor Sahab, and he offered me a role in his film. 

    “We even had some pictures taken, and he asked me for an autograph. He said they show our dramas at his Pune Academy for teaching purposes. It was a very proud moment for me, but I thought that I should work for Pakistan.”

    In the same conversation, the Jafaa actress shared a surprising and slightly unsettling experience with an overly excited fan.

    “Another time, a fan followed me around so much that she said, ‘I want to wash your feet,’ and she was that persistent. One day, she came to me and said her only wish was for me to give her the water I used to wash my feet so she could drink it. I was quite disgusted by the thought and couldn’t bring myself to do it,” Laila shared.

    The host, Tabish Hashmi, asked, “I heard that beggars have often interacted with you in life. Once, when you were playing the role of a gypsy in a drama, a group of nomads approached us. Where was this?”

    Laila Zuberi also spoke about her immersive acting experiences, including playing a nomadic girl in the drama Khak Ja.

    “This wasn’t on set. We were shooting a drama called Khak Ja in Quetta. I was playing the character of a nomadic girl wearing tattered clothes and looking rugged. We were shooting on the streets, and many beggars gathered around us. The producer asked them to move because the shoot was in progress. The beggars replied, ‘You’re making something for her. Why not make something for us too?’” she explained.

    Laila Zuberi starred in dramas such as  Aabroo, Chhaon,  Koshish, Guest House, Durr-e Shehwar,  Muhabbat Gumshuda Meri, and  Pagal Khana, and is currently starring in Jafaa.

  • US forces arrest gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother

    US forces arrest gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother

    Jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother, Anmol Bishnoi, has reportedly been arrested in the United States (US).

    According to Indian media reports, authorities in the US state of California have taken Anmol into custody. “We have received information from sources that Anmol Bishnoi, who runs gang activities from the US along with Goldy Brar, was arrested in California four to five days ago. We are trying to get more details on the matter.”

    Reports quoted a law enforcement officer as saying that official channels were being used to obtain more information regarding the incident.

    Anmol was last seen in Fresno, California, but it is not clear where he was arrested.

    This is the second major incident of the arrest of a wanted gangster. Earlier, Arshdeep Singh Gul (Arsh Dala) was arrested in Canada late last month.

    Authorities in the US were already in touch with Mumbai Police regarding Anmol Bishnoi’s presence, reports said and added that Mumbai Police was also investigating Anmol Bishnoi’s involvement in cases such as the shooting incident near Salman Khan’s residence and the murder of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique.

    Reports said that authorities were also preparing to apply to the US for Bishnoi’s extradition to India.

    India’s National Investigation Agency had earlier included Bishnoi to its list of most wanted criminals and had also announced a reward of Rs1 million for catching him.

  • Tauseeq Haider of ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ hints at season two of hit drama serial

    Tauseeq Haider of ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ hints at season two of hit drama serial

    Television host and actor Tauseeq Haider, who recently received praise for doing justice to his role of Murtaza in ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’, might have just hinted at a possible second season of the hit drama serial.

    Appearing as a guest on the Tabish Hashmi’s Hasna Mana Hai, Haider was interacting with the audience when someone asked him about his character’s attitude towards Fahad Mustafa’s character in the drama.

    “You recently did a new drama, ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’. Throughout the drama, you humiliated Fahad Mustafa’s character a lot. But when he succeeded in the end, why didn’t you praise him? You criticised him till he wasn’t doing anything. When he succeeded in the end, you didn’t praise him at all. Why is that?” a member of the audience asked.

    The Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum actor replied, “Look, son, we should leave something for season two, right?” 

    Earlier, Haider also addressed some questions about his personal life that have been doing the rounds on social media.

    “My question is regarding social media rumors that you never got married. Is there any truth to it?” another member of the audience asked.

    “No, these are not rumors… this is the truth,” Haider confirmed.

     The drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, which wrapped up with a grand finale in cinemas nationwide, has become a huge hit, with fans showing love for Mustafa and Sharjeena.  

    This success adds another milestone to Fahad Mustafa’s already impressive career.

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood.

    Last week, in a recent with Something Haute hosted by Hassan Choudhry, Fahad Mustafa revealed the story behind the iconic shirt scene from Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum.

    The host asked, “The idea of creating highly realistic characters and showing Hania and you switching outfits, whose idea was that?”

    Fahad replied, “You know, intimacy has its own height, we’re quite restricted when it comes to television, and many scenes that we showcased in the cinema were innocent and very cute. There wasn’t a cringe worthy moment or anything that would make you feel uncomfortable.”

    “We thought, what could be the height of romance? If you’re truly in love with someone, what would you do, but then again, how could we show that? We can’t dance or do much else here. I think the maximum we could do was hold hands, and that’s about it”, he said.  

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum actor shared how the beloved shirt scene came to life.

      “There’s a scene where she comes out of the bathroom, and I ask her, ‘what are you doing?’ We decided to just play with it. What I liked most was how the audience connected. If you show them things that happen to them or things that are normal, that’s where the romance lies. Romance isn’t about descending from a helicopter with flowing hair”, Fahad Mustafa added. 

  • Areeba Habib defends Diwali celebration after social media backlash

    Areeba Habib defends Diwali celebration after social media backlash


    Actress and model Areeba Habib has defended celebrating Diwali as netizens train guns at her for participating in the Hindu festival earlier this month. 


    As per the details, Areeba celebrated Diwali with friends, including famous designer and actor Deepak Perwani, and shared pictures from the event on her social media accounts, drawing strong reactions from fans. 


    Appearing as a guest on After Hours with Ushna Shah, Areeba addressed the backlash she faced.


    “Recently, I posted something and received a lot of backlash. It was about Diwali. I feel like we live in a country where people from many different backgrounds live… Christians, obviously Hindus, and all of us together. There are so many things we share culturally,” she said.
    Defending her decision, Areeba said that celebrating someone else’s joy shouldn’t be controversial.  


    “If you go and participate in someone’s happiness and enjoy with them a little, what’s wrong with that? They don’t have anyone here. They are far away from their families and loved ones. For them, this is home. We are the ones who can make them feel included. And yet, people have a problem with this,” the Jalan actress said.


    She also revealed how she celebrated Christmas with her Christian staff and decorated a Christmas tree at home. “I do it because a lot of my staffers are Christian. I celebrate with them too… I put up a Christmas tree at home. Even for that, people have things to say. I believe we are Muslims, Alhamdulillah, but as human beings, we should at least respect and celebrate others’ happiness. Nobody is telling you to convert or do anything drastic… just participate in their joy.”


    Areeba also addressed the negative comments she often receives online, sharing how she has learned to deal with trolls.


    “As parents, it’s our responsibility to teach our kids that if you can’t say something nice to someone, then don’t say anything at all. My brother once told me, ‘Think of them as people who are venting their frustrations because they have nothing else to do.’ These people have cheap internet packages in Pakistan. They get a package for 200 or 100 rupees and just spend their time trolling online. That becomes their achievement… to get a reply from public figures like us. When we reply, they feel like they’ve accomplished something major. They feel victorious, thinking they’ve taught us a lesson,” she said.


    To a question about how important it was to have a mentor or someone who guides you in the industry, Areeba said it was crucial because if someone brought you into the industry and taught you a little, it gave you a good direction to proceed.


    “As a new person, when you enter, you have no idea whom to talk to or what to say. Half the time, people assume you’re begging for work. But I don’t see anything wrong with asking for work. Asking for work is a good thing. It’s saying, ‘I have talent, I can do this, please check if I’m suitable.’  This used to happen a lot more in the past. Back then, we had people like Frieha Altaf and many others who would provide such guidance,” she said.

  • ‘It’s not just my story, it’s Sharjeena’s too’: Fahad Mustafa on ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’

    ‘It’s not just my story, it’s Sharjeena’s too’: Fahad Mustafa on ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’

     
    Fahad Mustafa, the lead actor for ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’, has yet again made headlines, but this time, for praising the team that made the drama a massive hit.   

     
    “The story in this drama isn’t just mine, it’s Sharjeena’s too… and in my opinion, this is the only drama in many years where every character has done a great job,” he said in conversation with Bollywood Hungama when asked if he thought the audience was biased towards Mustafa as compared to Sharjeena.


    Reflecting on his ability to connect with viewers, Fahad replied, “Look, I’ve always had an issue with connecting with the audience. It’s a rare thing, but I always say that I’m gifted. Maybe the audience feels like I’m one of them. I look like a common man, I’m a common guy, the boy next door. So, there’s this idea that if a hero can be someone like me, then anyone can be a hero. This is how I quickly connect with the audience, so bias automatically comes into play.”


    “It’s not just about Mustafa and Sharjeena… even the parents, Adil, Rubab and even the brother-in-law who played the role so well. Our sister [Maya Khan], she was very famous in our time… during PTV days, anyone who came on TV became a star overnight,” he added. 


    Fahad also opened up about his connection with fans, the success of the drama serial and the importance of collaboration between Pakistan and India while commenting on the drama’s success across the border.
    “It’s a good thing that we work internationally… I worked with Om Puri, and when he came to Pakistan, he worked with me. I also worked with Kamaljeet and had interviews with Naseer Saab, Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik, and many others,” he said.


    Fahad maintained that artists on either side of the border should interact on an equal basis so that projects on both sides can be at the same level. “Right now, people from India love our dramas. I don’t understand why we don’t work together, what’s the problem? At least both sides should have positivity, because people love each other.”


    The ‘Actor In Law’ actor also highlighted the cultural connect between Pakistan and India, recalling moments where fans from both countries bonded over mutual love for cricket and dramas. 


    “Our people get visas to go to India, and many people come here. I play a lot of cricket so when I go to any ground, I usually meet Pakistani and Indian fans… some of whom are visiting their relatives here,” Fahad concluded.

  • Sidhu puts forth unique condition for return to Kapil Sharma’s show

    Sidhu puts forth unique condition for return to Kapil Sharma’s show

    Amid speculations about his return to the top-rated comedy show, former Indian cricketer and cast member of The Kapil Sharma Show, Navjot Singh Sidhu, has made a unique condition for rejoining The Great Indian Kapil Show that now streams on Netflix.


    In the most recent episode of the show that aired on the digital streaming platform last Saturday, Sidhu appeared as a guest along with former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh.


    While the show has now been shifted from TV as a new Netflix production, Sidhu’s return came after five years since he last appeared alongside other cast members and host Kapil Sharma on the hit comedy show.


    “This day will be the most wonderful and memorable day of my life,” he said at the end of the episode, expressing his desire to return to the show.


    “I want things to be like before when all of us were together like a beautiful bouquet. I hope we can come together again, but this time with Archana Singh as well,” Sidhu said, adding that he would come back on the condition that Archana continued to be a part of the show.


    Sidhu had been an important part of the show until 2019, adding charm with his laughs, catchphrases, and poetry. He, however, was replaced by Archana after uproar over his statements regarding the Pulwama attack.


    Hindu extremist groups started protesting against him, demanding his removal from the comedy show. A protest was also held against him in Mumbai’s Film City and the management of the show gave into the demands soon after.


    “I left the show because there were some political reasons that I don’t want to talk much about… that’s why I left the show,” he said during his appearance on Saturday.

  • WATCH: All eyes on Hania Aamir at Badshah’s electrifying concert

    WATCH: All eyes on Hania Aamir at Badshah’s electrifying concert

    Actress Hania Aamir received a special shoutout from Indian rapper Badshah during his recent concert in Canada. She shared highlights from the event on her Instagram stories, showing her friend spotting her in the crowd and giving her a heartfelt mention.

    Aamir and Badshah are seen bowing to each other offstage before sharing a friendly hug in one of the videos. Moments later, Badshah returned to the stage, calling on the crowd to “Make some noise for Hania!” as she cheered him on from the audience.

    She later captioned the clip with a note, referring to Badshah as “my beautiful friend,” adding, “He’s an absolute rockstar! Hero hai (He’s a hero).”

    The cross-border exchange, widely shared by fans, highlights the ongoing camaraderie between artists from Pakistan and India.

    Recently, Hania Aamir addressed the rumour mills surrounding her relationship with Indian rapper Badshah.

    On a podcast, she replied, “Ahh, that’s a personal question. It was just Instagram and in one of my crazy reels, he commented something, and my friend went like, ‘Badshah commented on your post.’ He had DM’d me so we just spoke a little bit.”

    The host, Haroon Rashid, then chimed in, “Some people think you are in a relationship with him like you are just adding fuel to the fire.”

    To this, she stated, “I sometimes think that my only problem is I am not married because if I was, I would have been away from so many of these rumours.”

    “These rumours are ridiculous and it’s also ridiculous how news articles are writing about your relationship,” the host added.

    Despite the speculations, both Aamir and Badshah have clarified their relationship as just friends, debunking any dating rumours. The ongoing gossip started amid multiple spottings of the two together, often sharing their meet-ups on social media.