Humayun Saeed along with Senator Faisal Javed Khan recently appeared on Waseem Badami’s show Har Lamha Pur Josh . During the segment of ‘Masoomana sawal’, the host asked the Punjab Nahi Jaungi actor if telecasting Turkish dramas in Pakistan is detrimental for the local industry and if that reduces work opportunities for the local celebrities and producers?
Humayun answered that there’s enough space for foreign content on local channels and cited the example of a private channel which only aired Turkish content when it was launched in Pakistan.
The Mere Paas Tum Ho star said that local channels should air dramas from other parts of the world too, adding that in the past Pakistani channels used to broadcast movies from Hollywood too and we do not need to get insecure from anyone.
Humayun Saeed is co-producing ISPR’s Sinf-e-Aahan which will be be directed by Nadeem Baig. The small screen magnum opus is based on the theme of women empowerment and has been penned by the acclaimed writer, Umera Ahmed.
Getting a wax statue at Madam Tussauds is undoubtedly a reason of pride for any celebrity across the world, and till date no Pakistani celebrity has achieved it so far.
Here are ten superstars who are in running to be the first Pakistani celebrity to be waxed at Madame Tussauds.
Mahira Khan
Mahira Khan is undoubtedly Pakistan’s biggest female superstar. Her journey from being a VJ to be the country’s numero-uno female superstar surely makes her a potential contender for this list. The Humsafar actress has represented Pakistan at international platforms like Cannes Film Festival.
Sajal Aly
Sajal has proved with every character that she can perform any role with ease, and her character in MOM is a testimony of it. Sajal has both Bollywood and Hollywood in her kitty along with some of the highest rated Pakistani dramas.
Atif Aslam
Atif enjoys a transnational popularity with a number of chartbuster songs, he is considered amongst the finest singers in Pakistan. Atif has also composed music for Bollywood and Hollywood films.
Saba Qamar
Starting off her career with Mein Aurat Hoon, Saba entered the big league with 2011’s Maat and consolidated her position with blockbuster dramas like Digest writer, Baaghi and Cheekh. She received a nomination for the best actress category at prestigious Filmfare awards with her debut Bollywood film, Hindi Medium. The Government of Pakistan honoured her with Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in 2012 and Pride of Performance in 2016.
Fawad Khan
Fawad bagged a Filmfare Award with his debut Bollywood film, Khoobsurat, he has three Lux Style Awards and six Hum Awards in his kitty. He made his film debut with a supporting role in Shoaib Mansoor’s Khuda Kay Liye (2007) and then went on to give Pakistani television two cult classics in Humsafar and Zindagi Gulzar Hai.
Ayeza Khan
Ayeza, won hearts with her performance in drama serial Chupke Chupke post delivering the biggest television blockbusters with Mere Paas Tum Ho and Pyaray Afzal. She enjoys an envious popularity and is currently the most followed Pakistani on Instagram.
Mewhish Hayat
Mehwish Hayat was honoured by the Government of Pakistan with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in 2019. She has starred in some of highest grossing Pakistani films like Jawani Phir Nahi Ani and Punjab Nahi Jaungi.
Fahad Mustafa
Fahad has delivered blockbuster movies like Jawani Phir Nahi Ani and Na Maloom Afraad and has produced some super successful dramas like Ishqiya too apart from hosting the highest rated television game show of all time.
Humayun Saeed
Humayun is currently the reigning superstar of Lollywood and local television. The actor has the biggest blockbusters of both the mediums in his kitty like Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 and Mere Paas Tum Ho respectively.
Shaan Shahid
Shaan, is not only an actor, he is also a producer, writer and a film director. In a career spanning over 30 years the Khuda Kay Liye actor has won many awards and has hosted television shows as well.
Javaid Sheikh
He started his acting career in 1973 and since than has worked in over 150 transnational movies. He is indeed a living legend and is an asset of our entertainment industry.
Muneeb Butt recently appeared on Hina Altaf and Aagha Ali’s The Couple Show. During a segment of the show, Aagha asked Muneeb that who he thinks is a “parchi” in the younger generation of the industry. To which the Daldal actor replied, “I think it was comparatively easier for Azaan Sami Khan to come into the industry than other actors.”
Azaan is the son of veteran Pakistani actress Zeba Bakhtiar and singer Adnan Sami.
Agha then concluded the conversation by saying that so you think Azaan is a ‘parchi’ and Muneeb nodded with a smile. Azaan will make his small screen debut in the forthcoming drama serial, Ishq-e-Laa opposite powerhouse performers Sajal Aly and Yumna Zaidi.
Mehwish Hayat appeared in an interview with BBC Asian Network in 2019, during the interview it was revealed that she was offered Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s role in Fanney Khan and Huma Qureshi’s role in Dedh Ishqiya.
Answering a question about what she thinks about how India treated Pakistani artists amid the tension between two countries, Mewhish said, “I think its unfair because all our actors who have worked in Bollywood, unfortunately we are not given the kind of respect we deserve,” adding “if you let the actor work and at the same time you don’t let them attend the premiers or even [let] them promote their films. Nothing is bigger than the self respect.”
She further said, “It was a conscious decision that I wanted to stay here in my country and work for my Pakistani cinema.”
The anchor said, “You were offered Hum Quershi’s role in Dairh Ishqiya, which was along side Madhuri Dixit, you were offered Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s role in Fanney Khan, these are the big films that you turned down.”
Talking about the reason behind rejecting Dairh Ishqiya the Actress said she had an issue with one of the scenes in the movie.
During the interview, she also talked about that how happy she felt when she came to knew that she was being awarded with Sitara-e-Imtiaz and also shared her experience of the criticism she received over the award.
Adnan Siddiqui took to his Instagram account to congratulate Nadia Jamil on being cancer free, along with a long note he also shared some old pictures with the actress.
“Nadia Jamil so proud of you, my friend. You fought like a warrior, taking everything head on,” wrote Adnan.
“And the results are for everyone to see! It was your indomitable spirit that conquered the evil of cancer. It’s a tough battle, one that exhausts you physically, mentally and emotionally but you ain’t the one to be cowed down,” he added.
From the past few months, Maya Ali and Bilal Ashraf have been churning BFF goals all over social media with their pictures and comments. They were recently seen in Ahsan Khan’s chat show, Timeout With Ahsan Khan.
They also appeared together in Quetta Gladiators official anthem. Their camaraderie has been appreciated by netizens as they don’t shy away from indulging in fun banter on social media.
Kubra Khan is celebrating her 28th birthday today. The actress has achieved stardom in a short time span and is currently amongst the most sought after leading ladies in Pakistan.
Alif is Kubra’s most critically acclaimed perfromance in which she made us feel her pain as Husn-e-Jahan. The play aired on Geo Entertainment in 2019-20. Directed by Haseeb Hassan it was penned by Umera Ahmed.
Kubra played the main lead in Pakistan’s biggest blockbuster till date and made us like her character in Nadeem Baig’s Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 was released in 2018. Humayun and Kubra’s chemistry was admired by many and that was one of the things that kept the audiences intact.
Muqabil
The drama aired between 2016 to 2017. It had an intense yet emotional tone. Kubra looked really comfortable working with legendry actor Asif Raza Mir and showcased her range as a serious actress.
Khuda Aur Mohabbat
Kubra Khan played the character of ”Sarah Isaac” in the drama serial, the drama which was loved by the masses, her on-screen chemistry with Imran Abbas was appreciated. Kubra gave a sensitive performance in the play.
Alif Allah Aur Insaan
The drama serial Alif Allah aur Insaan was a major hit, written by Qaisera Hayat it showed Kubra’s growth as an actress with a better accent. Kubra’s played Nazneen who dared to sacrifice all she had for love.
Sonya Hussyn recently appeared on Geo News’ sports show, Jashan-e-Cricket hosted by Shahzad Iqbal. When the host asked Sonya about her opinion on Special Assistant to the Punjab Chief Minister Firdous Ashiq Awan’s slap incident with PPP MNA Qadir Khan Mandokhail, Sonya replied that some people deserve to be slapped.
“When you appear on TV then you have some responsibility to behave well. If someone deserves it then it’s alright but one should not disrespect women, for instance, Khalil Sahab disrespected women. When you are on a media platform then you should keep your personal views aside and talk responsibly,” she said.
Mahira Khan is the numero-uno female superstar of Pakistan with international projects, endorsements and awards in her kitty. The actress has given some impeccable performances in the mediums of films and television. The actress debuted in June 2011 with Bol, followed by her television debut with Neeyat in the same month. Mahira completes ten years in the industry this month.
Here’s a look at Mahira’s best acting performances over the years:
BOL:
The movie was directed by Shoaib Mansoor, and Mahira played the role of a young girl Ayesha Khan, hailing from an ultra conservative family from walled city of Lahore, trying to fulfil her dream of being a singer.
Shehr-e-Zaat
Shehr-e-Zaat is Mahira’s finest television performance till date, penned by Umera Ahmad, it revolved around the concept of love and spirituality. Mahira played the role of Falak, with great ease and emoted perfectly.
Humsafar
Humsafar is the drama which rose Mahira Khan to superstardom. Mahira played the role of Khirad opposite Fawad Khan, and their chemistry still remains amongst the finest we have seen in local television ever since.
Bin Roye
Bin Roye was released in 2015, The movie was later adapted into the television series with the same name. Mahira in the movie proved herself successful and versatile performer. She performed a certain breakdown scene with maturity.
Raees
Mahira made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan, with movie Raees in 2017, she played the role of Shah’s onscreen wife. The movie was a crime thriller, she showed her range as a diverse actress.
Verna
Mahira played the role of a rape survivor with sheer brilliance, despite the film’s mixed reviews, the actress got rave reviews for her performance in this Shoaib Mansoor directorial.
Sadqay Tumharay
Written by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, Mahira essayed the role of Shano with effortless charm, giving her layered character the required balance of expressions.
Superstar
Mahira didn’t just perform well in this film, she danced like never before and proved why she is the reigning queen of Pakistani cinema.
Humaima Malik and Dua Malik made an appearance on ARY’s Har Lamha Purjosh where they spilled the beans on their professional and personal dynamics. On being asked by the anchor Waseem Badami which politician they think look like an actor, Dua answered Maryam Aurangzeb and Humaima said she thinks Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed and Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood are good actors.
During the interview the host asked her to give an advice for Momina Mustehsan to which Humaima replied, “Jesus kar ke tweet krna chor dein about Pakistani women”.
The Bol actress added, “And stop comparing people by classifying them,” adding that every women is equal. “Every woman is equal, whether it is Qandeel Baloch or Mahira Khan, no one can be [classified] as cool or not cool”.
