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  • Second day of Eid: list of new movies you can watch in the cinema today

    Second day of Eid: list of new movies you can watch in the cinema today

    This Eid ul Azha, six exciting films are set to hit cinemas across Pakistan. And since it’s the second day of Eid and you’re done with all the family commitments (hopefully), here is what you should go watch. Four Lollywood and two Hollywood films released on June 17th, 2024.

    UmroAyyar – A New Beginning
    A Pakistani fantasy film based on the classic Urdu novel, directed by Azfar Jafri and starring Ali Kazmi, Farhan Tahir, and Hamza Ali Abbasi.

    Abbhi Humza
    A young Kashmiri boy pursues his passion for music in Lahore, struggling with haunting childhood memories. Directed by Asad Mumtaz and starring Gohar Mumtaz, Hareem Farooq, and Kubra Khan.

    Na Baligh Afraad
    A comedy set in the 90s, directed by Nabeel Qureshi and starring Samar Jafri, Aashir Wajahat, and Meera.

    Bhediya: A Scientist’s Theory
    An action-adventure film about a person seeking revenge, blurring the lines between humans and animals. Directed by Shahzad Billa and starring Ali Khan, Baba Khan, and Shahzad Billa.

    Inside Out 2
    Riley navigates her teenage years, experiencing new emotions and adventures. Directed by Kelsey Mann and starring Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, and Kensington Tallman.

    Bad Boys 4: Ride or Die
    Will Smith and Martin Lawrence return as Miami’s finest, but this time they’re on the wrong side of the law. Directed by Adil El Arabi and Bilall Fallah and written by Chris Bremer, Will Beall, and George Gallo.

    Don’t miss out on these exciting films. Book your tickets now and enjoy the cinematic experience at Cue Cinema, Universal Cinema, Nuxplex Cinema and Cinepax Cinema.

  • Get Ready for an Eid to remember with Green’s ‘Babylicious’

    Get Ready for an Eid to remember with Green’s ‘Babylicious’

    ‘Babylicious’ awaits you this Eid, and it promises to be delicious!

    The telefilm is debuting on Green Entertainment at 8:00 pm on the 1st day of Eid.
    Starring former real-life couple Syra Yousuf and Shahroz Sabzwari, the project is already getting praise for its interesting storyline and acting.

    Directed by filmmaker Shahid Shafaat, the film is the story of two people dealing with love, relationships, and being parents while facing life’s ups and downs.
    Syra and Shahroz were married in real life but got divorced in 2020. Shahroz is now married to Sadaf Kanwal.

  • Pakistan’s most expensive film is coming to cinemas

    Pakistan’s most expensive film is coming to cinemas

    Pakistan’s most expensive film is set to make its debut in cinemas, marking a new era for the film industry.

    Actors Usman Mukhtar and Faran Tahir, recently appeared on FHM podcast, where they talked about their film ‘Umro Ayyar’, calling it the most expensive production in the country’s history. Hollywood star Faran Tahir, who plays the primary antagonist, expressed immense pride on being part of the project.

     “This film marks the dawn of a new era for our industry, introducing a genre that we’ve traditionally left uncharted. The movie’s title is only one part of this new beginning’s excitement and complexity,: the Iron Man star said.

    Usman Mukhtar, who plays the legendary ‘Umro Ayyar’, highlighted the need for local support for Pakistani science fiction projects. 

    Usman asked the public, “You watch similar films from our neighboring country, so you should definitely watch this one since it’s derived from our own literature. Pakistan’s first superhero movie.”

    Faran took the opportunity to highlight the gap between Pakistani literary heritage and the current generation. “Though we’re not expanding as an industry, we’re taking a bold and dangerous step forward today. We’re making important content for our youth, bridging the gap between them and our traditional stories like Umro Ayyar.”

    The actors found great satisfaction in the film’s basis in classic literature. Faran provided more information on the creative methods used in the production, especially the use of European stunt directors with prior expertise on popular television shows like ‘Game of Thrones.’

    “We identified gaps and brought in international talent where necessary. However, we also established our own VFX studio in Islamabad, which is now fully operational,” he pointed out.

    UmroAyyar – A New Beginning

    The fantasy film is about Umro, a character from the classic beloved Urdu novel.

    The cast includes Ali Kazmi, Farhan Tahir, Hamza Ali Abbasi, Manzar Sehbai, Sana Fakhar, Sanam Saeed, Simi Raheal, Usman Mukhtar. The genre of the film is sci-fi movie. It is directed by Azfar Jafri and produced by VR Chili Production. It’s coming to cinemas on this Eid Ul Azha, June 17.

  • ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ makes history as first Pakistani film released on TikTok

    ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ makes history as first Pakistani film released on TikTok

    Director Sarmat Khoosat’s beleaguered film ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ is making history as the first full-length film to partner with TikTok. The film will be divided into 12 to 15 parts, each part lasting more than a minute and will be available on Tik Tok.

    ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ (Circus of Life) tells the story of a religious man who faces criticism for dancing, highlighting Pakistan’s strict gender roles. Despite controversy, the film won international awards, including the Kim Ji-Seok Award and Snow Leopard Award for Best Film. It was also Pakistan’s official entry for the 93rd Academy Awards.


    Tik Tok press team quoted Sarmad Khoosat as saying, “Our film inspires kindness, promotes tolerance, and encourages peace. I’m thrilled it will be the first Pakistani film officially released on TikTok, and we cannot wait for the platform’s vibrant global community to enjoy the movie.”

    @khoosatfilms Zindagi Tamasha | Intro | Sarmad Khoosat #whattowatch #whotofollow #zindagitamasha ♬ original sound – Khoosatfilms – Khoosat Films

    @khoosatfilms

    Zindagi Tamasha | Trailer | Feature Film #whattowatch #whotofollow #zindagitamasha #circusoflife @sarmadkhoosat

    ♬ original sound – Khoosatfilms – Khoosat Films

  • ‘Aik film tou banti hai’; Aamir Khan on working with Salman, Shah Rukh

    ‘Aik film tou banti hai’; Aamir Khan on working with Salman, Shah Rukh

    Bollywood’s resident thespian king Aamir Khan has revealed that he’s been discussing a movie collaboration with the other two reigning Khans of Indian cinema, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. During an appearance on Netflix’s The Great Indian Kapil Show, Aamir responded to a fan’s question about teaming up with the other two Khans by saying, “We think alike,” in a clip that hadn’t been shown before.


    The perfectionist Khan said that he had a meeting with Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan where they talked about a possible project they could work on together.


    “I told them, we’ve been in this industry for many years, and at this point in our careers, not making a film together would be unfair to our fans. We should make at least one film together,” he narrated, getting fans excited about the prospect. “I hope we come across great stories, and talented directors present those stories to us.”

  • How many billion rupees is Shah Rukh Khan investing in Suhana’s movie?

    How many billion rupees is Shah Rukh Khan investing in Suhana’s movie?

    Love for beti: Shah Rukh Khan invests six billion Pakistani rupees in ‘King’ for Suhana’s big screen debut

    Bollywood King Shah Rukh Khan is in the spotlight again and not for his acting skills. He’s reportedly investing a whopping two billion Indian rupees in his next film project, which also marks the debut of his daughter, Suhana Khan, on the big screen.

    The movie, titled ‘King’, is set to be one of the biggest-budget films of 2025, and there’s a lot of buzz around it. Fans are eagerly waiting to see Shah Rukh Khan back on screen since his last appearance in ‘Dunki’. And the added excitement comes from the fact that he’ll be acting alongside his daughter, Suhana, for the first time.

    According to reports from Bollywood Hungama, ‘King’ isn’t just another regular movie. It’s a big action film that aims to exceed everyone’s expectations. Renowned filmmakers Sujoy Ghosh and Siddharth Anand are teaming up to make this happen. The massive budget shows how ambitious this project is, promising audiences an unforgettable experience.

    Filming for ‘King’ is set to start in May and will go on for about five months. The team is aiming to release the movie in the latter part of 2025, making it one of the most anticipated films of the year.

    For Suhana Khan, ‘King’ is her big break in Bollywood. While she debuted in Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ on streaming platforms last year, her role in ‘King’ is expected to launch her career in the film industry.

  • Who does Sarah Khan want to work with in Bollywood?

    Who does Sarah Khan want to work with in Bollywood?

    Actress Sara Khan has recently talked about the possibility of working in Bollywood, stating, “I have also grown up watching Bollywood so I will feel good if I get to work in another industry as working in any other industry is a good opportunity for any actor.”

    She also revealed that Salman Khan is her favorite actor and she would love to work with him.

    During an interview with India Today, Sara weighed in on Indo-Pak political tensions affecting the projects artists have done or signed up for. She mentioned that people in India love to watch Pakistani stars, and it saddens her when projects get stalled because of these tensions.’ She told India Today that after her drama Sabaat, she started receiving many messages from India, and many Indians follow her on Instagram. That’s when she realized she was famous in India.

    When asked about her viewing habits regarding Indian dramas, Sara admitted not watching them herself but shared that her husband is an avid viewer of Indian shows. She emphasized the mutual admiration between Pakistani and Indian audiences for each other’s films, indicating a shared cultural bond despite political tensions.

  • ‘Taxali Gate’ is getting rave reviews on social media

    ‘Taxali Gate’ is getting rave reviews on social media

    The movie everyone’s been waiting for, ‘Taxali Gate’, is finally here! Directed by and written by Abu Aleeha, the film takes viewers on a journey of emotional discovery. Executive Producer Barrister Shabbir Shah, along with Producers Waqas Rizvi and Ayesha Omar, have brought the captivating story to life.


    Set in Lahore’s old city, the movie explores important issues of consent, touching on both legal and social matters.
    The film is getting rave reviews from fans on social media, with many calling it Abu Aleeha’s best work.

  • ‘Literally the plot of the movie’: Fans outraged by Barbie snubs

    ‘Literally the plot of the movie’: Fans outraged by Barbie snubs

    The announcement of Oscar nominations always generates a bit of buzz, with fans weighing in on which movies and which actors deserved recognition and didn’t get it.

    But few snubs have provoked as much online outrage as those delivered to summer blockbuster “Barbie”, a deft satire on the difficulties women face in being recognized for their talents, whose female director and female lead did not make the shortlist.

    Especially as the male actor playing Ken did.

    “Nominating Ken but not Barbie is literally the plot of the movie,” novelist Brad Meltzer wrote on social media.

    Greta Gerwig’s fizzing audience-pleaser, which took over $1 billion at the box office with its effortless melding of social commentary and bubblegum pop culture, had been seen as a lock for many of the biggest categories when the Oscars nominations were announced on Tuesday.

    Both Gerwig as director and star Margot Robbie had already garnered a suite of nominations in earlier awards and were expected to feature in the line-up for Hollywood’s top prizes.

    But while the film notched an impressive eight nods, including the coveted Best Picture, Gerwig and Robbie were left off the lists for director and leading actress.

    Ryan Gosling, who earned a supporting actor nomination for his efforts as Ken, was among the first to speak out.

    “No recognition would be possible for anyone on the film without their talent, grit and genius,” he said.

    “To say that I’m disappointed that they are not nominated in their respective categories would be an understatement.”

    Fellow Ken actor Simu Liu lauded the way the two women had fought to make “Barbie” the movie it was.

    “Together they started a movement, touched the world and reinvigorated the cinema. They deserve everything. They ARE everything,” he wrote on social media.

    And it wasn’t just those involved in the movie who were annoyed.

    “Let me see if I understand this: the Academy nominated ‘Barbie’ for Best Picture (eight nominations total) — a film about women being sidelined and rendered invisible in patriarchal structures — but not the woman who directed the film,” wrote Charlotte Clymer on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.

    As the outrage spread on Wednesday, one-time US presidential candidate Hillary Clinton weighed in.

    Clinton lost the 2016 election to Donald Trump because of the mathematics of the electoral college system, despite having a significant majority of the popular vote.

    “Greta & Margot, While it can sting to win the box office but not take home the gold, your millions of fans love you. You’re both so much more than Kenough. #HillaryBarbie,” she wrote on X.

  • Wakhri: a movie about the struggles faced by Pakistani women

    Wakhri: a movie about the struggles faced by Pakistani women

    The eagerly awaited film ‘Wakhri’ in Pakistan has been released in cinemas across the country. The film, written and directed by Iram Parveen Bilal, is produced by Abid Aziz Merchant, Apoorva Bakshi and Iram Parveen Bilal. After the success of Moula Jatt, Mandviwala Entertainment has signed up with ‘Wakhri’ for the distribution of the film.

    The Pakistan premiere of the movie took place at Nueplex Cinema, DHA, in Karachi. The film promises to entertain audience with its engrossing story and exceptional direction.

    Award-winning director Iram Parveen Bilal shares that the film ‘Wakhri’ is a special project, particularly a heartfelt tribute to the women of Pakistan and around the world. The film’s goal is to amplify the voices of the marginalized in society and bring their stories to a global audience. Iram started making films to connect with humanity and address complex societal issues collaboratively with the viewers. The nationwide release of the film is a result of the hard work and dedication of the entire team.
    The story of ‘Wakhri’ centers around a widowed school teacher in Pakistan. An emotional and genuine video of hers gains sudden popularity on social media. The film depicts the challenges faced by women in a society where they struggle to raise their voices and establish their presence, be it in the physical or digital world.

    Film producer Abid Aziz Merchant said that the film recently received praise at the Red Sea International Film Festival due to its unique story and direction. The film’s global recognition highlights the talent of Pakistani cinema on the world stage, bringing honor to Pakistani filmmakers. Beyond showcasing the challenges faced by women, the film also reflects social norms. With its captivating story and talented cast, ‘Wakhri’ aims to leave a lasting impression on the audience, providing a unique cinematic experience.