India’s CID was undoubtedly a top-rated drama watched avidly by many people in Pakistan.
The drama aired for 20 years before calling it a day in 2018 despite being very popular.
But the drama is returning to the small screen once again after a gap of six years.
Many old characters like ACP Pradyuman as well as Abhijeet and Daya are also returning.
However, the other actors who will be part of this drama again are unknown as yet.
Dinesh Phadnis, who played Fredericks, has already passed away.
The famed drama serial’s return was announced by the TV channel in a social media post. According to the channel, an explosive promo will be released on October 26.
Over 20 years, 1547 episodes were aired.
Earlier, actor Sivaji Sattam, who played the lead role in ACP Pradyuman, shed light on the real reason behind the ending of the crime drama.
On this occasion, he shared, “Disagreements between the show’s producer and the broadcasting channel led to the closure of the show, which had been successfully running for 20 years.”
He further added, “Before the show went off-air, the channel changed its broadcast timing so that viewers would lose interest, or at least, that was the channel’s intention.”
The finale of the megahit drama serial Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum starring Fahad Mustafa and Hania Aamir, is set to delight fans in cinemas on November 05, 2024.
Fahad Mustafa recently engaged fans on Instagram with a poll asking, “How do you guys want to watch the finale episode?” The options were cinema screening or public screening.
After the big success of drama serials such as, Meray Paas Tum Ho, Parizaad and Ishq Murshid, Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum is the latest drama to come to cinema, bringing its interesting opposites to attract storylines to fans in a new way.
Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum marks Fahad Mustafa’s great return to the drama industry after almost 10 year, while Hania Aamir continues to shine on screen.
The drama stars Javed Sheikh, Naeema Butt, Emmad Irfani, Maya Khan, Bushra Ansari and Tauseeq Haider.
Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’s storyline hooked fans from the start, and now they have a say in how they’ll watch the finale, either in the grand sitting of a cinema or with the lively feel of a public screening.
As the poll results come in, fans and Fahad Mustafa wait eagerly for the final decision.
Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood.
The drama airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 PM on ARY Digital.
Actress Naeema Butt isn’t one to compromise on her unique style for any role.
During her appearance as a guest on Something Haute hosted by Amana Isani, Butt shared candid insights into her experiences in the entertainment industry, including an unusual incident where she was refused a role for something as simple as having long hair.
“There was a time when I was refused a role because of long hair. I won’t change my look for a role”
On top of her experience with role limitations, Naeema emphasized the commitment to embracing her natural look, encouraging other to do the same. “Please don’t try this, girls, you are beautiful… owning my skin, and I’m doing it so you can do it too,” she urged her fans.
Discussing her approach to styling, the Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum actress also talked about how much she enjoys experimenting with her hair in her projects, sharing that she often collaborates with her makeup artists to create different styles that suit each role.
“I played with it, and I have different ideas… we played around, so I’m like, okay, I can come early… you have time to do whatever with hair.”
Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood, airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 PM on ARY Digital.
Earlier, in an interview on ARY Digital, Butt had also shared her thoughts and one odd desire.
When asked about whose bag she would like to inspect, Naeema Butt had said, “It’s a messy one, I like everything messy, I’m very messy. I want to check (Punjab Chief Minister) Maryam Nawaz’s bag.”
She was then asked, “What are the three essential things in your bag that you can’t live without?”
“I can’t live without water. Mostly I also have water in my purse, and that’s one thing I think is very crucial. I can’t go without water, number one. There is money, so of course that, and my ID cards. I think these are the three things. That’s it. Well, a lot of extra tissue papers,” the Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum actress had replied.
Ramesh Bishnoi, the cousin of notorious Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who is imprisoned in Gujarat, has revealed that Salman Khan attempted to financially appease the Bishnoi community after allegations of hunting their sacred Blackbuck deers. Salman Khan has received numerous threats from Lawrence Bishnoi and his gang following the blackbuck hunting incident.
In an interview with Indian media, Ramesh Bishnoi stated, “After the blackbuck hunting allegations, Salman Khan came to us with a blank checkbook and told us we could enter any amount we wanted in the check, but the community strictly rejected the offer.”
Ramesh Bishnoi said, “If we needed money, we would have accepted Salman Khan’s offer.” He explained, “Emotional turmoil within the Lawrence Bishnoi community by saying that when the blackbuck incident occurred, the community was boiling with anger.”
Salman Khan was accused of hunting two rare blackbucks in a village in Rajasthan during the shooting of Bollywood hit ‘Hum Saath Saath Hain’ in 1998.
Along with Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Tabu were also accused of hunting blackbucks during the shooting, after which Salman Khan has continuously faced threats from the Bishnoi gang. Bishnoi community considers blackbucks sacred. Primarily vegetarians, they are willing to sacrifice their lives to protect animals, which has resulted in deep-seated enmity.
Actress Zara Noor Abbas is confidently standing up to online critics and we are here for her.
Recently, she attended an event dressed in a colorful, bohemian style. She posted pictures showing her no makeup look, looking relaxed and comfortable.
Despite her confident look, trolls criticized her appearance online.
Here’s how she was trolled:
Zara Noor Abbas didn’t hold back in responding to them. She said, “I will do what I love and won’t be trapped in the traditional roles set by society.”
Alia Bhatt, one of Bollywood’s stars, posted an Instagram story addressing influencers, bloggers, news platforms and YouTubers who, lately, claimed she had botox that went wrong, resulting in a crooked smile and a weird way of speaking.
In an Instagram story posted on October 25, Alia addressed the rumours and clickbait articles without naming publishers who claimed she has undergone ‘botched’ botox procedures, because of which half of her face is ‘paralysed’.
One such article that went viral was published by a major news platform: Hindustan Times . “Absolutely no judgment towards anyone who chooses cosmetic corrections or surgery — your body, your choice. But wow, this is beyond ridiculous!” Alia Bhatt wrote.
“To the random video floating around literally claiming I’ve had botox gone wrong (and to the numerous clickbait articles) — I have a ‘crooked smile’ and a ‘weird way of speaking,’ according to YOU,” she added.
Calling out the platforms, the Highway actress also said, “This is your hypercritical, microscopic judgement of a human face. And now you’re confidently tossing around ‘scientific’ explanations, claiming I’m paralysed on one side? Are you kidding me?”
Bhatt expressed her frustration over the damaging nature of disinformation concerning her and the scrutiny which women encounter.
“These are serious claims being casually thrown out there with zero proof, no confirmation, and nothing to back it up. What’s worse, you’re influencing young, impressionable minds who might actually believe this garbage. Why are you saying this? For clickbait? Attention? Because none of it makes sense,” she voiced her concern.
Bhatt also asked people to take a minute to address the “absurd lens through which women are judged and objectified on the internet” because of their looks.
“Our faces, bodies, personal lives, even our bumps are up for critique”, she added, “We should be celebrating individuality, not tearing it apart under a microscope.”
“These types of judgements perpetuate unrealistic standards, making people feel like they’re never ‘enough’. It’s damaging, and it’s exhausting and the saddest part? A lot of this judgment comes from other women. Whatever happened to ‘live and let live’?” she pleaded.
Alia Bhatt, with her 85.6 Million followers on Instagram, has spoken about the issue at a time when a broader conversation on misinformation and disinformation on the internet is one of the major concerns, under which celebrities are also an easy target.
A number of celebrities have spoken about how this affects their mental health and self-image in this age of social media. Recently, Alia herself spoke about having ADHD and the impact of her sister suffering from depression.
Dawn Images shed light on the misconception regarding botox leading to paralysis. Botox treatments, which help reduce facial wrinkles, do not cause paralysis as the effects of this procedure generally wear off within three to four months as the treated facial muscles regain their function.
High doses and improper use, however, can trigger temporary issues such as drooping eyelids, asymmetry, or even difficulty swallowing.
In rare cases, the side effects may last several months, but they so reverse with time and care.
Celebrity couple Saboor Aly and Ali Ansari are enjoying their time in the UK.
Saboor has shared lovely new Instagram reels from Edinburgh, Scotland.
One of her latest reels features their train journey together, where she also showcased her quick makeup routine and posed with her husband. They both looked adorable together.
Saboor is famous for dramas like Fitrat and Parizaad. Her husband, Ali Ansari, recently received praise for his role as Salar in the hit Geo TV serial Kaffara. Fans love the chemistry between Saboor Aly and Ali Ansari.
An intimate video allegedly featuring TikToker Minahil Malik has surfaced online, sparking a wave of criticism against the social media star. In response to the scandal, another TikToker, Rana Sharyar, who was also allegedly seen in the leaked videos, has issued a statement.
Known by his TikTok handle @sk777official, Sharyar posted a video on both his Instagram and TikTok accounts, declaring, “If this matter isn’t resolved by the 24th, I will present everything – evidence, my WhatsApp, and reveal who made it go viral and who didn’t.”
“Minahil Malik, please understand what I’m trying to explain. You have 24 hours to resolve this matter and tell the truth. I will fight fully alongside you, Inshallah. Also, this video is not for you guys, it’s only for Minahil Malik…My apologies, but this is not directed at anyone else. I will wait 24 hours for you to resolve this… Just solve this matter within 24 hours and tell the truth to the FIA, as you already know everything,” he added.
A leaked clip of the content appeared on several social media accounts, which sparked a wave of criticism against the social media star.
The clip allegedly featured Minahil Malik in intimate moments with an unknown man, which led users to troll and harass her.
It was also shared on different YouTuber pages during the frenzy.
While some say it is a publicity stunt, Minahil Malik has addressed the controversy, stating, “A video has surfaced, allegedly of me, which is fake and edited. I have filed a complaint with the FIA against it, and the perpetrator will soon be in their custody.”
“My family and I are going through severe depression because of this,” she said and urged her supporters to continue standing by her as they always have.
“Only someone who has no respect for women or doesn’t have a mother or sister at home can do this. I am a witness, and so is my God. I only need your support.”
Actress Hina Afridi recently opened about her childhood crush on a Bollywood icon during her appearances on Mazaq Raat hosted by Imran Ashraf, and honestly, we too had a crush on the same person.
Hina said, “Who said I haven’t fallen in love? I have been madly in love with Salman Khan since childhood. When you’re little, you don’t even realize it, you grow up watching Salman Khan, so, from that time on, he has been my crush or, you could say, my love.”
Sakhwat Naz asked, “What would you say if you received a marriage proposal?”
Reflecting on her feelings, Afridi said, “If you had asked me a year ago, I would have said he is still single because I haven’t married him. But now, in the past year, I’ve matured, I was quite silly, or you could say naive, but now I’ve gained a bit of wisdom. It’s not always about self-obsession. So now, whenever I see his song or movie, I still feel that childhood love.”
She has starred in drama such as, Pehli Si Muhabbat, Kacha Dhaga, Qissa E Dil and Akhara.
Earlier, Hina Afridi appeared on Fuchsia Magazine’s YouTube show hosted by Rabia Mughni. She discussed her marriage and rising divorce rates.
Talking about choosing a life partner Hina Afridi said, “I prefer a love marriage because it’s crucial to know your life partner. I want my partner to understand my job’s demands, like coming home late sometimes. He should grasp my nature and earn my trust. Seeing my parents’ loving relationship sets high expectations for my future partner. Love and respect matter most, as money can be earned by both.”
Hina Afridi shared her thoughts on divorce, saying, “I’m unsure about divorce, it can signify failure or freedom. It’s like a 50-50 situation. If someone leaves a cruel spouse, it’s freedom. But if it’s driven by ego, it’s a failure.”
In the competitive drama industry where women’s voices are often overlooked, actress Anmol Baloch stands strong, asserting her equality with male costars.
Recently, Anmol appeared as a guest on Miss Dramatic YouTube channel, where she talked about gender equality in the drama industry.
The host, Wajiha Jawaid, asked, “In the industry, opportunities are given to speak when male actors receive more preference, while female actresses do not get the same. There is something like this in our industry?”
Anmol replied, “I have never thought of myself as lesser than a male actor, I have never felt that way, because I think it’s about how you perceive yourself, how you want to present yourself, how you want to feel about yourself, and where you want to see yourself.”
Baloch shared about how she handles differences with producers and the team by focusing on open communication to reach an agreement.
“So, I have never felt that way, and I have always put my point across in front of the producer, on the table, in front of the director, on the table. And I have never hesitated in these things, thinking that I shouldn’t say something or that I shouldn’t speak up. So, for me, it’s unacceptable to feel less than anyone in any way”, the Jalti Barish actress added.
The host again asked, “Now, you see, do you watch these drama reviews that have become quite common nowadays? Have you seen the reviews of Iqtidar drama?”
Baloch said, “There are both good and bad things, I take them very positively, but it’s their point of view, and it’s the critics’ job. If they find something wrong, it’s obvious they will talk about it, it’s their right.” The Aur Sitam Aur actress reflected on the reviews and how they impact her as an actor saying, “As an actor, I see what I can learn from them and how I can avoid making the same mistakes in my next project that are happening here. But sometimes, it gets a little too much, and I get a bit emotional, thinking, why did they say that? But somehow, in the end, you realize it’s their point of view because they are not writing from the actor’s perspective; they see different shades of life. The shade we are showing on screen is just one aspect of that character, not the others. So sometimes there is a misunderstanding, but what happens is that after six or ten episodes, you feel that yes, that was right there, so it was okay. That’s why I let it go; when the time comes, then we will see.”
Anmol has starred in dramas such as Bedardi Saiyaan, Aik Larki Aam Si, Noor, and Shiddat, and currently, she is starring in Iqtidar along with Ali Raza on Green Entertainment. It is written by Hina Huma Nafees and directed by Fahim Burney.
