Renowned drama writer Saira Raza passed away on June 3 after suffering a heart attack. Fans and showbiz personalities have expressed deep sorrow and offered condolences over her untimely death.
Saira was known for penning a number of popular dramas, including Dil Mom Ka Diya, Mere Humsafar, Inteqam, and Yahya. Her work has consistently ranked among the most successful in the television industry.
A day before her passing, her friends and colleagues shared on social media that she had suffered a heart attack and was admitted to the hospital. Many had requested prayers for her recovery.
Although her family did not issue an official statement, Saira Raza’s friends and colleagues confirmed her passing on social media.
The news of her death has prompted an outpouring of grief from fans, fellow writers, actors, and directors, who called her passing a significant loss for the drama industry. Many remembered her for her contribution to television and her active presence at various industry events.
Police on Tuesday arrested the prime suspect in the murder of 17-year-old TikTok star Sana Yousaf.
According to reports, the suspect, who was on the run since after the killing Monday, was traced and taken into custody during a late-night operation in Faisalabad.
The suspect is known by his alias ‘Kaka’, which he uses on all his social media accounts, police said; however, his real name has not been officially confirmed as of yet.
While sources suggest the real name could be Umar, they revealed that the accused was a friend of Sana, and the two knew each other personally.
Earlier reports had already hinted at a personal connection when Sana’s aunt overheard a brief conversation between the victim and the accused before the shooting took place. She had reportedly told him, “You should leave now; there are cameras here. Let me get you some water,” right before the gunshots were heard. This suggested that the accused was not a stranger but someone familiar to the family.
The suspect was arrested with the help of CCTV footage and technical tracking, and police have also recovered the murder weapon used in the crime.
Sana Yousaf, who hailed from Chitral and lived in Islamabad’s G-13 sector, was shot inside her home on Monday afternoon. The FIR filed by her mother states that the attacker entered their home around 3:15 PM and fired two bullets directly at Sana, who died from her injuries shortly after being taken to the hospital.
The case drew widespread attention due to Sana’s popularity on social media. She had more than 800,000 followers on TikTok, and nearly 500,000 on Instagram, where her content featured lip-syncs lifestyle clips, and casual hangouts with friends. Her last video, posted just hours before her death, showed her celebrating her birthday at a restaurant.
The police have now confirmed that the motive behind the killing was a personal grudge, and further investigation is underway to uncover more details about the suspect’s background and the events that led to the tragic killing.
Love Guru is already making waves and not just because it reunites Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed after nearly a decade. The film’s newly released wedding song, “Sada Ashna,” is going viral for its vibrant visuals, Pashto-inspired beats, and an emotional surprise: Mahira Khan wears her own Mayoun dress dupatta in the song, complete with a dazzling red chunri.
Mahira transforms into a traditional Pashtun bride in the song. Dressed in a mustard-colored Zara Shahjahan outfit, she pairs it with her original Mayoun dupatta, adding a deeply personal and authentic element to the song. The combination of the film’s styling with a piece from her real life creates a special cinematic moment.
One fan gushed, “It looked like Mahira was wearing her own Mehendi outfit so wholesome!”
Another commented, “Mahira’s bridal look feels so authentic like it’s from her real life.”
“She looked absolutely gorgeous in the red dupatta,” a viewer added, praising her vibrant presence in the video.
The mustard-yellow ensemble with golden kinari and green borders, combined with the striking red dupatta, creates a stunning visual, adding depth to the character she portrays.
Featuring Mahira, Humayun, and Ahmed Ali Butt in traditional Pashtun attire, Sada Ashna is a high-energy track filled with celebratory dance moves and colorful visuals. The choreography and styling pay homage to Pashtun wedding traditions, giving fans a taste of regional heritage in a mainstream cinematic setting.
“Wow! I’m Pashtun, and this is my culture it feels wonderful to see it represented so beautifully,” said one proud viewer.
Another added, “The vibe is euphoric. It’s like watching a real wedding!”
Love Guru stars Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed in lead roles and is produced by Humayun Saeed, Shehzad Nasib, and Jerjees Seja, with Salman Iqbal as executive producer. The script is written by Vasay Chaudhry, who is known for writing Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 1 and 2.
The film also features Momina Iqbal, Mira Sethi, Sohai Ali Abro, Amara Malik, Adnan Shah Tipu, Marina Khan, Usman Peerzada, and Javed Sheikh. There are also reports of a surprise guest appearance by a well-known Pakistani actor.
Mahira plays Sofia Khan, a Pashtun architect living in the U.S., who falls in love with a charming man known as the “Love Guru,” played by Humayun Saeed. The trailer shows hints of romance and transformation, as Humayun’s character a known playboy starts to change after being given an important responsibility by Sofia’s father, played by Javed Sheikh.
Shot in London, the film presents Mahira as a bold, artistic, and modern woman. Humayun, on the other hand, plays a flirtatious man who discovers the meaning of true love. During promotions, Mahira also had a surprise meeting with internet personality Oniya, which added to the film’s buzz.
Actor Yasir Hussain is always in the spotlight for a drama or a film and also for surprising but adorable statements.
While appearing on the comedy show Hasna Mana Hai, Yasir shared his views on parenting and family planning, expressing his deep affection for children. He proudly declared that even having 12 kids wouldn’t bother him one bit.
Yasir opened up about his personal life and career, saying, “We are 12 siblings, and I am the youngest of them all.”
He fondly recalled his childhood: “Despite having so many siblings, my childhood was very peaceful. We had the one bathroom in our house and all of us siblings used it.”
When Tabish Hashmi asked whether people today could handle the responsibility of raising 12 children, Yasir confidently replied, “I can handle it well, and even today there are people who have 12 children.”
Tabish followed up with a light-hearted question, asking whether a busy couple like Yasir and Iqra Aziz would want 12 kids. Yasir burst out laughing and replied with a smile, “Aap kay mun main ghee shakkar (I hope what you say comes true).”
On the topic of his career, Yasir shared, “I was fond of acting since childhood. I became a part of a dance competition in school life, the photos of which were also sold, after which I started showbiz from the theater.”
Yasir and Iqra, who got married in 2019 after a public proposal at an awards ceremony, welcomed their son Kabir in 2021.
Hollywood star Ana de Armas has shared a message with her fans in Pakistan ahead of the release of her upcoming film Ballerina, the next chapter in the John Wick franchise.
The video, shared by HKC Entertainment, the official distributor representing Hollywood studios in Pakistan, features Ana introducing her film and encouraging Pakistani fans to watch it.
In the video, Ana says, “Hi Pakistan, I’m Ana de Armas, and my film Ballerina is the next instalment in the John Wick franchise. I can’t wait for you all to go watch it. Brought to you by HKC Entertainment.”
While many fans were excited to receive a direct message from the Hollywood actress, some social media users raised doubts about the video’s authenticity, claiming the voice sounded AI-generated.
In response to the growing speculation, The Current reached out to HKC Entertainment to confirm whether the video greeting was real or AI-generated. HKC Entertainment clarified the situation, stating, “The greeting from Ana is real.”
Ballerina, a spin-off of the John Wick universe, is one of the most anticipated releases of 2025 and is scheduled to hit cinemas on June 6, 2025.
Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC), an international group, has said that one of its boats left the Italian port of Catania on Sunday, heading to Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid. This follows a previous attempt that was stopped after another flotilla was attacked by drones in the Mediterranean.
The volunteer crew includes climate activist Greta Thunberg and Irish actor Liam Cunningham, who played Davos Seaworth role in Game of Thrones. They are traveling on the ship Madleen, carrying barrels of what the group called “limited amounts, though symbolic,” of relief supplies.
Earlier, another FFC boat called the Conscience was hit by two drones near Malta in early May. FFC blamed Israel for the attack.
Greta Thunberg spoke before the trip, saying, “We are doing this because no matter what odds we are against, we have to keep trying because the moment we stop trying is when we lose our humanity.”
She also added, “No matter how dangerous this mission is, it is nowhere near as dangerous as the silence of the entire world in the face of the lives being genocided.”
FFC said the trip “is not charity. This is a non-violent, direct action to challenge Israel’s illegal siege and escalating war crimes.”
The United Nations said on Friday that the situation in Gaza is the worst since October 7, 2023, even though some limited aid deliveries have started again. Israel ended an 11-week blockade on Gaza and allowed some UN-led aid operations to continue.
On Monday, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation began work. It is supported by the United States and Israel. However, the UN and many international aid groups refuse to work with it, saying it is not neutral and its aid distribution forces some Palestinians to move.
Pakistan’s film industry is set to release its first-ever space-themed telefilm, Jahan Aur Bhi Hain — a story that blends science, emotion, and pressing environmental themes.
The premiere took place at the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in Islamabad, where lead actors Amna Ilyas and Daniyal Raheel appeared alongside prominent figures from the film industry.
Jahan Aur Bhi Hain tells the story of a science professor who returns to her native village after years of research. During her stay, she predicts a natural disaster and takes practical steps to prevent it, highlighting the critical need for scientific awareness and action on climate change.
Amna Ilyas, who plays the lead scientist, shared her thoughts at the premiere: “It’s an honour to be part of a project that focuses on such meaningful issues through the lens of science fiction.”
Advanced technology and impressive special visual effects have been used to create a realistic portrayal of the space environment, enhancing the storytelling with a modern cinematic touch.
Produced by the National Centre of GIS and Space Applications, Institute of Space Technology, the telefilm is a result of a unique collaboration with Beaconhouse National University (BNU), Lahore, and LockDown Productions. This partnership brings together academia and industry to create a film that combines creative storytelling with science communication.
Jahan Aur Bhi Hain will be released on June 5, 2025.
The trailer for Squid Game Season 3 is out, and it looks intense. The final season is coming to Netflix on June 27, and it picks up right where Season 2 ended. Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) is still trying to fight back against the people behind the deadly game, but things haven’t gone well as he’s lost almost everything.
Team X or Team O? Red light or green light? The choices are harder and deadlier than ever.
According to the show’s creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, Season 3 will explore what Gi-hun does after all his efforts have failed. The trailer shows a more broken, more emotional Gi-hun full of guilt, regret, and pain. But can he still rise again and fight back with humanity, kindness, and courage? That’s the big question.
Squid Game, however, would be incomplete without the terrifying new challenges. The creepy doll Young-hee is back, and there are new life-threatening games that look even scarier. The pink guards are still as ruthless as ever, and Gi-hun’s enemies are closing in.
The Front Man is back, too. In fact, things might finally get personal between him and Gi-hun. In one scene from the trailer, we see the Front Man take off his mask and say, “Player 456, do you still have faith in people?” Could this mean a face-to-face showdown is coming?
Actor Lee Byung-hun, who plays the Front Man, says fans “won’t be disappointed.” With the drama building up over two seasons, it looks like Season 3 will be explosive.
Actress Alizeh Shah has boldly responded to trolls who were criticising her dresses, saying that she has never needed public approval for her style and doesn’t seek anyone’s permission.
In a statement shared on Instagram, she said, “I have been wearing sleeveless dresses, shorts, and skirts since childhood. My mother never forced me to follow a certain way of dressing or stick to outdated traditions. She gave me love, not limits. This is part of my personality not a new behaviour.”
Alizeh Shah went on to say that the backlash isn’t really about clothes but about a mindset that seeks to control women.
“This is not just about how I dress this is about a mentality that wants to keep women confined,” she said. “I am not here to meet anyone’s standards. Whatever I’ve achieved is through my own hard work, and I do not need anyone’s permission to live my life.”
She also addressed those who issue religious judgments against others, “Those who issue fatwas on others should first reflect on their own actions.”
In a heartfelt appeal to her critics, Alizeh quoted verse 256 from Surah Al-Baqarah: “There is no compulsion in religion.”
She concluded by saying, “If you think it’s wrong for women to act or appear online, then watching those dramas and videos is also wrong. Islam teaches us self-accountability before judging others. Every individual is accountable to Allah not to public opinion.”
Rising star Reham Rafiq, who plays Amal in the hit drama Parwarish, recently opened up about the negative reactions she received following her marriage.
In her latest interview with Fuschia magazine, Reham, who tied the knot with her distant cousin Shakeeb Khan last month, shared her shock at the strange remarks people made instead of congratulating her.
“All the people I met, whether at shoots or relatives, hardly anyone congratulated me or offered good wishes after my marriage,” she said.
“Everyone only had negative things to say or questions about my in-laws.”
She urged people to be kinder. “If you don’t have anything nice to say, just wish others well,” Reham advised.
Reflecting on society’s view of marriage, she added, “I understand that our society doesn’t have a very positive perception of marriage, and many young people are scared to get married, but I believe this is largely because of remarks and feedback from people around them.”
Reham is currently being acknowledged and praised for her role as Amal in Parwarish, alongside Aina Asif and Samar Jafri. The drama also features renowned actors including Naumaan Ijaz, Savera Nadeem, Shamim Hilaly, and others. It is directed by Meesam Naqvi and written by Kiran Siddiqui.
