Actor Sonia Mishal is currently riding high on the success of Sinf-e-Aahan, the young star has reacted to Sana Javed’s response to recent allegations around her unprofessional conduct.
Taking to Instagram, the Dumpukht diva opened up on her co-star’s claims that a campaign has been launched to defame her. She revealed why Sana was replaced with Urwa Hocane in the drama after several weeks of shoot. They had to reshoot all her scenes.
“First of all no one in the world has time to run a ‘proper planned smear campaign’ againt you,” she slammed the Khaani star.
Mishal also extended her support toward the ones who have mustered up the courage to speak up against the actor’s bad behaviour on the sets.
“It makes me so happy to see all these people speak up because I’ve personally experienced her bad behaviours with such good makeup artists on set to a point where I was shocked and felt sorry for the poor hard working guys who she got replace ¾ times, “ she wrote.
“I stand with everyone who is coming forward with tis issue because everyone deserves equal amount of respect and love,” she expressed.
“We all work like a family especially our makeup artists who are not even paid enough for their skills,” she continued. “To watch them cry and worry on set broke my heart but then she was the ‘bigger star’,” Mishal IG story read.
“All this legal (expletive) doesn’t mean anything it’s not going to scare people who’ you’ve hurt,” she concluded.
The internationally acclaimed film, I’ll Meet You There, has been banned by the Central Board of Film Censors of Pakistan (CBFC) for not displaying a true image of Pakistani and Muslim cultures.
Veteran actor Qavi Khan and Pakistan-British actor, Faran Tahir, who got famed for Iron Man are starring in the film.
The film was released in 2021 worldwide and it was set to release in Pakistan. However, CBFC did not issue a Non-Objection Certificate (NOC) to the film.
While talking to The Express Tribune, the Senior officer said, “I’ll Meet You There was reviewed by the full board of CBFC, and after watching it was decided that the film is not suitable to be given NOC for a release in the country. There were several controversial topics and details that opposed our policy. The board unanimously agreed on a ban.“
The director of the film, Iram Parveen Bilal has recently given an interview to The Variety, and said in response, “I’ve been mulling over the decision by the Central Board of Film Censors, calling our film I’ll Meet You There a ‘negative image of Muslims.’ A film that was made with blood, sweat, and tears by a Muslim, financed by Muslims, and made in the face of a post 9/11 world and a Trump presidency; a film whose very purpose was to combat Islamophobia and to create a positive portrayal of Muslims. A film already released abroad and celebrated widely by the Muslim Pakistani diaspora and seen as a needed and humanised representation of our people. How could that intention be reframed so oppositely and so negatively?”
Tahir has also shown disappointment over the banning of the film. He emphasised that Pakistanis living abroad are labeled as ‘‘not reflecting true Pakistani culture.’ They represent their country with pride and love however our own people hurt us.
He said, “It is disheartening, disappointing, and shameful that issues that Pakistani ex-pats face in their lives are trivialized and labeled as ‘not reflecting true Pakistani culture.’ We, Pakistanis, represent our country with love and pride every day while living in foreign lands. We do this to support our families and loved ones. We do this to support our country financially and in every other way. We do this with nothing but love for our country and yet to be cast aside by our very own is deeply hurtful.“
The film portrays a modern and moving portrait of three generations of a Muslim-American family. Faran Tahir is playing the character of a cop, Majeed, and his teenage daughter, Dua who is portraying the role of a gifted ballerina. Their life changed when Majeed’s father unexpectedly visited their home from Pakistan.
PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari recently trended over social media after a slip of tongue during an Islamabad rally. The incident has sparked memes all over the internet as “Kaanpien Tang Rahi Hain” trends on Twitter.
Recently, a video went viral of Bilawal in Islamabad. Bilawal was speaking at the rally in Islamabad on Tuesday night to mark the culmination of a 10-day Awami March. The PPP leader had a slip of the tongue that turned into a hilarious moment.
It is understandable for Karachi folks to feel a bit chilly when they visit Islamabad. Which is exactly what our PPP leader experienced. Trying his best to sound ‘intimidating’, he wanted to let his people know that the opposition is trembling by his presence.
What he actually meant was “Taangien Kaanp Rahi Hain” (Legs are shivering).
Actresses Saboor Aly and Fatima Effendi have taken hilarious digs at Bilawal’s slip of tongue on their official Instagram handles.
Amidst the on-going controversy regardig actor Sana Javed’s misconduct with collegues, a stoy from last year has resurfaced on the web.
Producer Fahad Mustafa roped in Sana Javed and Azekah Daniel in his 2021 drama Dunk also starring Bilal Abbas Khan and Fahad Sheikh.
The Cheekh star took to Instagram to update her fans with the wrap up party pictures of the play with the entire team. However her co-star Sana was missing from the pictures.
A netizen commented under the post that she deliberately sidelined Sana from the pictures, the Pari actor was quick to reply with an elaborative note. She mentioned that it is actually the Pyaray Afzal diva who refused to feature in the pictures with her as she doesn’t find her co-star ‘worthy’ enough to pose with.
A string of claims began when model Manal Saleem took to her Instagram stories to state that clients should avoid making her shoot with any actress or celebrity due to their “self entitled attitudes.”
While Manal refrained from naming the actress in question who reportedly called her a “dou takkay ki model,” she did state that people guessing who the actress was were not too far from hitting the nail on the head.
The situation unraveled further when make-up artist Omayr Waqar weighed in on the matter as well, stating that “It’s just one person – not all actresses are the same.”
This controversy sparked a debate between the general public, who not only took turns trying to guess the individual being discussed, but also shared how they felt that entitlement and an overtly inflamed sense of pride are traits that are both unnecessary and unbecoming of any person – especially when it is a person in a position of relative power.
Within a span of barely two days, however, accusations grew from being merely speculative in nature, to others within the industry sharing their experiences.
Models Mydah Raza and Mushk Kaleem took to their Instagram stories to discuss how “this actress is notorious for being unpleasant on set,” like an alleged bully, and how the encounter spoke more to the actress’ own insecurities.
Stylist Anila Murtaza shared an Instagram story with a thought bubble with the name ‘Sana’ in it, and makeup artist Ikram Gohar stated that he knew it was none other than Sana Javed being discussed, calling her a “horrible and unprofessional actress.” Make-up artist Rhyan Thomas applauded those speaking up, sharing that he had the worst experience working with the star, stating that “people like them think no end to themselves.”
Shortly after, make-up artist Ikram Gohar went into great detail to further explain his stance, talking about how Sana Javed is “horrible and unprofessional,” and he will never work with her again.
Moreover, Ikram talked about Sana allegedly calling him to a place in DHA for her nikkah makeup trial, during which she mistreated him over an eyeshadow look, and refused to let him use the washroom at the place they were in, urging him to utilize a rest room at a restaurant in front of the space in which the trial was ongoing.
He stressed upon the fact that the industry consists of many names that maintain professional decorum, regardless of their star power.
In addition to this, Rhyan Thomas shared an incident where he was called in by models Sana Javed and Sadaf Kanwal for the PISA awards in Dubai, where Sana allegedly displayed behavior that was both unprofessional and petty.
Given that two models had to be catered to, timings were set accordingly by Rhyan. However, as per Rhyan’s recollection, upon his arrival, Sana claimed to be suffering from a migraine and went to take a hot bath that lasted an hour. After this, she allegedly wanted to have hookah, for which she took Rhyan to the lobby to spend time with other celebrities. This ordeal took another two hours, during which Rhyan claims that he was in touch with Sadaf as well.
Upon heading back to her hotel room, Sana allegedly “threw a fit,” due to her being late for the red carpet. With Sadaf’s calls alerting Rhyan, Sana apparently confiscated Rhyan’s phone, and “put the hotel’s landline on hold” to ensure there was no contact from anyone.
Here, Rhyan states that he was “held hostage,” and Sana reportedly spent the rest of the time demeaning his skills, also placing blame for the process to have taken 8 hours upon the make-up artist. In all of this, Sadaf thought that Rhyan had bailed on her, and did her hair and make-up herself, which the make-up artist claims is what Sana wanted due to “insecurity.”
Durefishan Saleem shared Rhyan Thomas’ post, stating that “harassment is a big NO,” regardless of the gender of the instigator.
With more and more encounters coming forth with regards to this, various figures from the industry are speaking up. Model Fareeha Sheikh recently took to Instagram to compile a post about alleged misbehavior by Sana Javed.
According to Fareeha’s post, the unfortunate incident took place a few months ago at Mian Saad’s studio where multiple shoots can take place. Fareeha arrived first and got her make-up done on the day when Sana Javed had to shoot for a designer at a separate set.
According to Fareeha, Sana arrived three hours late, and upon seeing Fareeha in the room, “stormed out” and “threw a tantrum,” stating that she’s leaving due to another girl being present in the room. Sana reportedly stated that she would not come back till Fareeha was “kicked out,” upon which the designer Sana was shooting with “barged in and started screaming” at Fareeha, leaving her shell-shocked. This prompted the make-up artist and Saad to ask the designer to leave the space.
Fareeha makes it a point to end her account by stating that she hopes “Sana Javed learns that shit comes back to you one way or the other.”
Mahnoor Sheikh also weighed in on this, stating that Sana is “arrogant, disrespectful, [and] rude.” She, too, shared an incident where Sana allegedly did not want to sit in the same make-up room as her and two other models while shooting a TVC.
Prominent female celebrities have shared their stance on the on-going controversy and schooled the Pyaray Afzal diva for her conduct.
Over the past couple of days, allegations of misbehavior and alleged abuse of power have been levied against Sana Javed by numerous individuals within the entertainment industry.
While detailed accounts were shared, alongside opinions, and support for those speaking up, Sana seemed to have remained relatively silent during the unfolding of events.
However, the Khaani actress has taken to Instagram to address these allegations with a legal notice, pictures of which were shared in her post.
“In the past 72 hours, I’ve been subjected to all sorts of lies and fabricated stories, bullying, hate speech, and threats,” penned Sana Javed in the Instagram post. “A proper planned smear campaign has been initiated against me by a group of individuals,” she further explains.
Sana talks about how this ordeal has caused “severe trauma” to her and her family. Moreover, she writes that she is shocked to see how “toxic” people can be, with many jumping on the bandwagon of hate without verifying facts.
In all of this, the Pyaray Afzal states that she will not be commenting on the stories or incidents that have come to light, despite the accounts being “one side of the story,” claiming that all that has been shared is “beyond disgusting,” and “disgraceful.”
Capping off her statement, she reveals that she has taken legal action, with the matter now lying in the hands of legal bodies.
“I love my work and hold it in the highest [regard]” says Sana Javed in her Instagram caption. “Throughout my career I’ve tried my best to hold my ground and my integrity by giving [the] utmost respect to my colleagues and peers, and expected the same in return.”
Sana concludes her post by stating once again that she will be pursuing this legally, and talks about being grateful for the support she has received from friends and fans who have stood by her during this time, calling these supportive factions her strength.
The detailed Instagram post also contains images of a legal document that further explains details with regards to the entire matter.
Junaid Khan is set to star opposite Aiza Awan in the drama serial Aik Jhoota Lafz Mohabbat. The duo appeared together on Ahsan Khan’s chat show, Timeout With Ahsan Khan where the Faryaad diva revealed that she is witnessed the ‘Sun Yaara’ star stalking the Khaani actor Sana Javed.
Her comment caught Ahsan Khan’s intrigue and the trio indulged in an interesting banter.
Pakistani filmmaker, Sarmad Khoosat’s much-awaited Zindagi Tamasha has been delayed again.
As confirmed by Khoosat himself, the Arif Hassan and Eman Suleman starrer will no longer be releasing in the anticipated Friday slot. A new release date is yet to be announced, much to the dismay of a thoroughly enticed Pakistani audience that was all geared up to show the film its due share of love.
With a script revolving around Rahat, a beloved, devout Muslim who is a naat Khawan, the film zeroes in on the protagonist losing the support of his community after a video featuring him goes viral, causing shame to befall upon him and his family.
The fact that the cast and crew of Zindagi Tamasha have already experienced exhausting turbulence with regards to the release of the film is public knowledge. Despite the Senate Committee for Human Rights approving the screening of the film, its 2020 release became a looming question mark after Tehreek-e-Labbaik (TLP) took offense with the content of the film, calling for protests against its release.
Earlier it was supposed to release on March 18, 2022 in Pakistani cinemas after a widely speculated controversy with religious elements involved due to which it was barred to be screened earlier.
The production company Khoosat Films released a trailer of the film on YouTube, showing its new release date.
The cast of the movie includes Arif Hassan, Eman Suleman, Samiya Mumtaz, and Ali Kureshi.
The official synopsis states: “The film is an intimate portrait of a family as well as a scorching political commentary on little gods on this earth who police our private passions.”
The film was directed and co-produced by Sarmad Khoosat and written by Nirmal Bano
Zindagi Tamasha was screened at Busan International Film Festival(BIFF) in 2019 where it won the prestigious award titled Kim Ji-Seok Award. It also received an award at the 6th Asian World Film Festival in the category of Snow Leopard Award for Best Film at the 6th Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) in 2021.
The film was also the official entry from Pakistan for the 93rd Academy Awards in the category of International Feature Film Award however, it failed to qualify to a list of 15 International feature films.
The film got into trouble last year when Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) called for protests against its release claiming that it contains blasphemous content.
In January 2020, the Humsafar fame director wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Imran Khan, President Dr Arif Alvi, Chief Justice of Pakistan, Chief of the Army Staff, and Minister for Information in which he detailed the problems his film was facing in its release.
Khoosat filed a petition against TLP in Lahore High Court for interfering in the release of the film however, he canceled to release of the film last year amidst the threats.
Last year, Senate Committee for Human Rights also approved the movie for screening and dismissed all the objections. Former Chairperson of the committee and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar said that the film can be screened when cinema halls open post-COVID.
American celebrity couple of actors Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher shared a video on social media in which they discussed the situation in the Mila’s home country, Ukraine. The Hollywood diva said in the video that she is proud to be a Ukrainian and urged her fans to help raise funds for the refugees fleeing the country as a result of the Russian invasion.
Kunis began the video by saying that, while she identifies as a proud American, having moved to the United States as a child, she has “never been more proud to be a Ukrainian.” Ashton Kutcher, her husband, can then be seen adding, “And I’ve never been more proud to be married to a Ukrainian.”
Mila continues in the video to discuss the current situation in Ukraine, saying, “The events that have taken place in Ukraine have been devastating. This kind of unjust attack on humanity has no place in the world. In an effort to raise USD 30 million, Ashton and I have decided to match up to USD 3 million in donations to Airbnb.org and Flexport.org via GoFundMe.org.”
In the video, the actress reveals that she was born in 1983 in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. The couple also provided the necessary link for fans to make donations in the captions of the video shared on Ashton’s Instagram account. Weeks after Russia invaded Ukraine, Ashton took to Twitter to share a message in which he stated his support for Ukraine.
A Pakistani model, Manal Saleem lashed out at Actor Sana Javed for being rude at a shoot. Manal took to her Instagram stories and requested all ‘clients’ not to work with the actresses or celebrities anymore. “With their self-entitled attitudes, they think we are ‘do takay ki model’, she said, adding that the actress had the audacity to say it to her face.
Model defended herself by saying, “Hum bhi kam krne atay hain, muft main zaleel honay nahi atay.”
Although she did not name the celebrity publicly on her own Instagram stories, she did repost stories with Sana’s name mentioned on them as the actress. Minal’s fans and other models and public figures also raised their voices in support of Minal.
Another model also shared her experience in Manal Saleem’s Instagram Direct Message (DM). Minal shared the screenshot of it as well on her story. The model said that she had a ‘horrible experience’ with Sana when she asked Sana to take a ‘boomerang for insta with her’. Sana responded by saying, “tum models fame ke liye kuch bhi kar sakti ho haan, act like you and me are friends?”.
MAKEUP HORROR
Makeup Artist, Ikram Gohar has shown his support and shared his experience of rude behaviour shown by Sana. He said that Sana treated him like “a shit” and he wasn’t even allowed to use the bathroom in her home when he was doing her Nikkah makeup trial. He was told to go to the washroom at the restaurant next door. He also added that she was very nice to him, “like a very sweet person” when she wanted him to come in to do her makeup. Once he went in, he found that she was a “unprofessional and horrible” person and after not being allowed to use her bathroom after four hours, she called him and said, “you don’t know how to work and you don’t know how to do makeup”.
The Current reached out to Sana for a response to the allegations but she has not responded as of yet.
