Maaz Safder is a brilliant Pakistani social media Influencer. He started his career as a Tiktoker at a very young age. Maaz Safder is now a successful YouTuber as well. Fans love his daily vlogging. Maaz Safder’s YouTube account has 4 million plus subscribers which belong to various parts of the world. Maaz Safder has also ventured into multiple businesses. He owns fragrances’ brand and tourism places. The YouTuber is married to Saba Maaz and they have an adorable son.
Today, on 4th November, Maaz Safder’s son Basil Maaz turned one. He has posted his son’s adorable first birthday photoshoot. He has also posted a vlog from the photoshoot. Basil Maaz posed for beautiful pictures with his cake. Here are the pictures from his birthday photoshoot followed by the screenshots from vlog:
Here is the vlog shared by Maaz Safder and Saba Maaz from the first birthday of their son Basil Maaz:
Have a look at the Instagram reel shared by Maaz Safder and Saba Maaz in which they shared the pictures of Basil from one month to the 11th month:
Many young faces have joined the drama industry in the past few years and these youngsters have been able to impress everyone with their talent and looks. Shazeal Shoukat is one such actress who joined the drama industry not too long ago and people simply loved her. She has her own signature style of acting and she likes to experiment a lot with fashion. She has appeared in many dramas including Pakeeza Phupho, Teri Rah Mein and Samjhota.
She loves fashion and she likes to share her looks with her fans on social media. From summer dresses to blazers, Shazeal can carry everything in style and she loves to make a statement with her looks. Here are some latest clicks and reels of the young starlet and you may get your fashion inspiration from her:
Sana Nawaz is a brilliant Pakistani television and film actor. She began her career with urdu feature film Sangam, alongside Shaan Shahid and Resham. She has worked in numerous hit films. Yeh Dil Aap Ka Hua was her most hit film. Sana has also worked in the television dramas. Her popular serials include Alif Allah Aur Insan, Babban Khala Ki Baitiyan and Bojh. She will soon be seen in an upcoming feature film Umro Ayyar. Sana Nawaz is currently single after finalizing her divorce with Fakhar. She has two adorable sons.
Lately, Sana Nawaz made an appearance in Had Kardi hosted by Momin Saqib. In the show, she talked about her passion of bike riding. “I ride the bike because of my passion for riding heavy bikes, I have a Harley Davidson Fat Bob, its a huge bike, it is very expensive. It is worth 50 lacs Pakistani rupees, nowadays, the Pakistani currency is going down so it’s just okay. There are many expensive bikes, people even have bikes worth 75 lac rupees. I do bike riding because of my passion”. Here is the link to the video:
Here are a few pictures of Sana Nawaz with her heavy bike :
Frieha Altaf is among the most famous people from the Pakistani showbiz industry. She became a model in an era when the profession was frowned upon. Frieha went on to open her own modelling and event management agency as she became a senior in the showbiz and also helped countless people in their careers. She is still going strong and doing a lot in her work. Her children Turhan James and Pareishay James are also connected to showbiz and they are working on carving their own niche. Turhan James got Nikkahfied earlier this year and the event was attended by many Pakistani celebrities.
The couple is having their destination wedding now in Thailand which is attended by many celebrities like Mahira Khan and Nomi Ansari. Entertainment journalist Sadiq Saleem is also attending the event and shared some beautiful pictures from the intimate event. Check out some clicks from the wedding:
Imran Ashraf is back on Hum TV once again with his Raqs e Bismil co-star Sarah Khan. Namak Haram is the new drama they are starring in and it has a very interesting cast including Babar Ali in a very intense role. Sunita Marshall is appearing in a very different character and she will be offering something new to her fans. The story looks intriguing with a tinge of mystery, feudal influences and an underdog lead who is hiding something. Namak Haram is written by Saqlain Abbas while the director is Shaqielle Khan.
The first episode of Namak Haram aired last night and we got introduced to all the main characters. Sarah Khan plays a very pious girl while Imran Ashraf is the Namak Haram who is hiding something. Babar Ali is the powerful villain here while some new faces were also spotted in the drama.
Fans who loved Raqs e Bismil were already looking forward to Namak Haram and the first episode did not disappoint them. It was able to impress the fans while many found the OST lacking. Here is what they said:
Fawad Khan is one of the biggest stars in Pakistan and one thing that people love about him is how far he keeps himslef from public reach. He is not a big fan of social media and thus we never see him post anything. Fawad merely posts anything regarding the projects he is doing and loves to keep his personal life separate from his professional life. He is a dad to three kids and loves to spend time with them when he is not working.
Fawad Khan took went for a vacation to Murree with his wife Sadaf Fawad Khan, his daughters Elayna and Bia while his friend Ammara Hikmat, also the producer of his film Maula Jatt accompanied them with her own baby girl Nuha. It seemed to be a beautiful trip with all the kids having a fun time. Here are some clicks from the trip to Murree shared by Ammara Hikmat:
Abdullah Kadwani is one of the biggest producers in the country with projects like Khaani, Khuda Aur Mohabbat 3 and Tere Bin on his credit. His family is now also getting into the business. His son Haroon Kadwani has made his debut with a telefilm titled Ruposh and then a drama titled Jhoom. Abdullah Kadwani’s daughter Muskaan Kadwani has also taken her first step as she was the associate director of the mega hit Tere Bin.
Muskaan was recently a guest on a podcast featured on the YouTube channel Really Real With Alizeh and she opened up about her journey in the industry. She shared that she has learnt a lot from her father Abdullah Kadwani and also shared her thoughts on nepotism. She said that she does not believe in nepotism and it is just a word that is thrown around. She said that everything just comes down to hard work and whoever works hard wins hearts.
This is what she had to say about nepotism:
Muskaan also revealed if she would join acting like her brother Haroon and she said that she has no plans on doing that. She is extremely camera shy and she would work behind the scenes. Her passion is film making and that is what she will get into.
Listen to Muskaan’s revelation about being camera shy:
Yousaf Sallahuddin is a brilliant Pakistani artist, philanthropist and socialite. Mian Yousaf Sallahuddin has a strong political background. He is the maternal grandson of the poet and literary scholar Allama Iqbal. He is the nephew of Javed Iqbal. His paternal grandfather, Mian Amiruddin, was the first Muslim Lord Mayor of Lahore. He has written and composed many songs for PTV. His show Virsa for PTV gained huge popularity. Virsa featured and promoted regional Pakistani musical culture.
Lately, Main Yousaf Sallahuddin appeared in Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast where he talked about the professionalism and ethics of the old time prostitutes. Talking about it, he said, “I think that the prostitutes of Bazar E Husn were more professional, they were not vulgar, they used to wear full clothes, they used to learn the art and music, they used to learn dance. I think it is an injustice that it has been closed, once someone said to Nawab Kala Bagh to close Bazar E Husn, he replied, ‘if I will close it, the whole city will be converted into brothel, very much happening now’. Here’s the link to the video:
Srha Asghar is a stunning and incredibly talented Pakistani model, television actor and social media influencer. She is adored by millions of amazing social media users and television viewers. Fans love her for her excellent acting performances in famous Pakistani dramas. Her iconic dramas are “Pyaar Ke Sadqay”, “Baban Khala Ki Betiyaan,” “Akhri Kab Tak” and “Bebaak” . Now, she is being seen in Green Entertainment’s latest drama serial “Working Woman”. Her upcoming drama “Akhara” will also air on Green Entertainment. Fans are also loving the beautiful actress in Hum TV’s latest hit serial Ishq Murshid.
Srha Asghar is married to Umer Murtaza and she has an adorable son Ehaan Murtaza. She loves her cute baby and often shares adorable pictures and Instagram reels. Lately, she has posted cute pictures with her son who is soon turning one. Srha also shared the Instagram reels while playing with her cute kid. Have a look at the pictures:
Javeria Saud is a famous, talented and beautiful Pakistani host and television actress. She has been working in the showbiz industry for many years now. Javeria Saud is married to the producer and actor Saud Qasmi and together they have two kids Jannat and Ibrahim. The talented actress is admired by the TV viewers for her brilliant acting skills. They loved her character Azra in the recent hit drama serial Baby Baji. She was also praised in Nand and Paristan.
Lately, the actress gave an interview to the famous journalist Irfan Ul Haq for Irfanistan. In the interview, she shared the details of her upcoming project. Talking about the drama, Javaria Saud said, “my new character isn’t about a typical negative daughter in law, it is about a woman whose dreams never get fulfilled. Well, it is our own production for the Green Entertainment Channel. The drama’s name is Mohabbat Satrangi, it has a huge cast including me, Munawar Saeed, Samina Ahmed, Aly Khan, Syeda Tuba, Fazal Hussain, Shahood Alvi, Saleena, Sara Umair, Saud, Michelle Mumtaz, Zuni, Daniyal Afzal, Junaid Niazi and many others”. Javaria Saud further revealed that the drama is based on the joint family system and it will focus on the generation gap between the family members of different generations. Here is the link to the video:
Aliya Ali is a famous Pakistani actress and model. She began her showbiz career in 2010 with PTV’s drama serial Zindaan. She has performed in numerous other famous drama serials like Begunnah, Rang Laga, Khalish, Gul-o-Gulzar, Yeh Hai Zindagi, Bandhan, Bharosa Pyar Tera and Taqdeer. In Bharosa Piyar Tera, her character Laiba was loved by fans and it gave her a major success. She also appeared in advertisements and did modelling for various brands. Aliya Ali is a successful social media influencer as well. She has more than 2 million Tiktok followers.
Lately, her Tiktok followers are unhappy with the actress’ bold video in a black Saree. In her video, she is evidently showing her back in the see-through Black Saree. Watch the Tiktok video:
Most of her followers are of the view that Aliya Ali is an extremely charming and beautiful girl who has appeared in hit serials and that is why she should not make such videos. They didn’t like her bold dresses. Fans said that she made this video for the sake of fame and views. A Social media user wrote, “I don’t know why you wear such clothes, you don’t need to wear short dresses as you are already pretty and well-off”. Fans are passing harsh comments on her bold styling. They are saying that actresses should avoid such tactics which they use to grab followers. Read all the comments which we have gathered from her post.
Uroosa Siddiqui is a brilliant Pakistani television actor. She rose to fame through the Geo’s iconic Barat Series in which she played the vital character of Sukaina. In Takay Ki Ayegi Barat, she played the main lead. Uroosa Siddiqui has also performed in hit dramas like Kankar, Hum Sab Ajeeb Say Hain, Quddusi Sahab Ki Bewa and Kuch Ankahi. Uroosa is happily married to the director Saqib Khan. She has an adorable son. Fans love her weight loss transformation.
Lately, the actor appeared in Samaa Tv’s morning show, hosted by Madeha Naqvi, in the show she got emotional while talking about her father’s death during her pregnancy. Talking about it, she said, “I was pregnant, Alhamdullilah, everything was going fine, my mother in law was with me but my father passed away during my pregnancy, I was seven months pregnant. My father’s death was something extremely shocking and saddening which happened during that time. My father had a cardiac arrest, then he had a stroke followed by a brain surgery after which he was shifted on the ventilator. It was quite an emotional scene for me at the hospital when my brothers took my father off the ventilator, I barely walked towards them and asked my brothers, ‘is it done ? (has he gone)?’, I hugged them because they did the toughest task, they were too young for that. It was quite a painful time for me. I haven’t overcome this pain yet, I haven’t emoted the way it needed to be”. Here’s the link to the video:
Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram make a beautiful couple. They had a fairy tale courtship, wedding and now they are parents to newly born Hasan Ahsan Ikram. The couple had announced the good news by posting a pregnancy shoot a few months back and now they have welcomed their first child into the world. It is a happy moment for the family as well and they shared their joy openly.
Aiman Khan is a proud khala now while Minal Khan’s mother, her brothers and her brother’s fiance also all gathered up to welcome the new one into the family. Ahsan Mohsin Ikram became really emotional on the arrival of his son and also shared the moment he first held him with the world. Here are some pictures of the family’s first meeting with baby Hasan:
Rabab Hashim has been in the industry for a long time. She started hosting at the age of 10 and did many shows including sports content. She later came towards acting and she has since starred in many projects where she got a lot of appreciation for her work. Rabab got married in 2020 and she is now a mother to a beautiful girl.
She was a guest on FHM podcast and shared her views on increasing divorce rate in society. We have seen many marriages break up in recent years. Many celebrity relationships have also broken in front of us with some of them getting very bitter endings. Rabab shared that no one will advocate for increasing divorces but she thinks that independence and education about rights has caused more women to take decisions from themselves. In the past, women were forced to live in bad relationships which has changed now. Rabab also talked about how people are not tolerant enough and that has also contributed to divorces.
Here is what she said:
She also talked about how to make a marriage work. She said that respect is what is ultimately important in making a marriage work. Yes, love is important as well but in the end if two partners respect each other and never cross a certain line, the marriage will be happy. This is a rule she applies to her own marriage as well.
Wahaj Ali and Ayeza Khan are lighting the screens on fire right now as Zaid and Mubashira in Mein on ARY every week. Their fans are loving to see them together and despite many complaints from the story, viewers have loved the on-screen chemistry of these two stars. The Mein duo is also appearing in a fashion campaign together by none other than Maria B. They were in Turkey shooting for the collection that the designer is coming out with and they both seemed to have a lot of fun.
Ayeza Khan shared some very fun behind the scenes moments from their trip to Turkey. They shot at some scenic places and also had a lot of fun. Ayeza and Wahaj were both seen laughing and having a great time on set. Here are some very fun BTS clicks of your very own Zaid and Mubashira for the Maria B Campaign:
Ali Ansari and Saboor Aly make one of the cutest couples in showbiz. They are both very hardworking and they have established themselves in the industry without a Godfather. Saboor started working in dramas when she was very young and Ali had his whole journey shifting from radio to VJ and then acting. Their marriage was a surprise for many but all of them were very happy for the new couple.
Ali Ansari was a guest on Fuchsia and he shared a lot about his personal life including his arranged marriage to Saboor. The couple has shared earlier that their mutual friends and Ali’s sister Mariam Ansari was a catalyst who brought them together. But their marriage took arranged to love route. He opened up about the advantages of an arranged marriage. Ali said that he is not opposed to how anyone marries but what worked to his advantage is that you are two people who are getting to know each other in a fresh way and this same goes for the family. Also when you are looking at your relationship from a marriage point of view, you are more rational about making the marriage work.
Here is what he had to say about the advantages of an arranged marriage:
He also shared that Saboor has brought him to a very stable place in life mentally. She made him realize how important small things are in life. Ali lovingly shared the positive changes Saboor has brought in him.
This is what he shared:
Ali also talked about compromising in a marriage. He said that one has to compromise in a marriage and it is more of a two way road. He acknowledged that women compromise more but they should not keep sacrificing themselves when there is no reciprocation from the other side.
Junaid Khan is one of the most loved actors in the drama industry. He is one of the top musicians who later on got towards acting. Junaid Khan was the lead vocalist of music band Call and they have made some great songs. He is a musician at heart still but now largely works in dramas and he has given many hit projects. His pairing with Hira Mani is loved by the audience. He is generally very introverted and a true family man.
It was Junaid Khan’s birthday and his family made his day very special. His wife and two sons got a customised cake for him while they also prepared a dinner for him. Junaid was grateful for the family time and celebrated the occasion with them as he cut the cake with his little ones. A very Happy Birthday to Junaid Khan from our side and here are a few clicks from his birthday:
Piyari Nimmo is Har Pal Geo’s famous drama serial which airs daily at 7:00. The drama has been written by Imran Syfer. It is a Blue Eye Entertainment presentation. It has been directed by Sami Sani. It is produced by Erfan Ghanchi. The cast of the drama features Aadi Khan, Nadia Hussain, Naveed Raza, Hira Khan, Haris Waheed and Asim Mehmood. The drama features the story of a young girl Nimmo who sees dreams which turn into reality. Her latest dream that turned into the reality was marrying a mentally challenged boy Abaan.
Today, the last episode of the drama serial Pyari Nimmo aired on Har Pal Geo. Fans loved the happy ending of the drama. They liked the performance of Hira Khan. Fans loved Nimmo and Abaan’s characters. They also liked Ayub’s character. A few fans were surprised to see Ayub getting married to Hina in the drama because he used to call Hina his sister.
Fans also gave a few suggestions about the conclusion. They said that Pyari Nimmo was overall a decent drama with a short story and happy ending. Many fans said that they will miss the drama especially Hira Khan on the screen. A few fans didn’t like the ending and also said that the drama was boring. A few fans also pointed out incomplete conclusion of a few important tracks in the drama. Here are the comments which we gathered from YouTube:
Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed are the two brilliant Pakistani television actors who form a stunning celebrity couple. They both started their career together with Geo TV’s popular drama serial Bholi Bano. The talented actors also worked together in other dramas including Tarap, Inteha E Ishq, Dream Villa Ki Confused Love Story. Lately, Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed are once again appearing in Express Tv’s new drama serial Main Kahani Hoon. The drama features a mysterious story of three youngsters who are dealing with psychological issues. The cast of Main Kahani Hoon includes Mehrunisa, Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed.
Lately, the stunning Hiba Bukhari has shared the fun bts pictures with her husband and co-actor Arez Ahmed from their drama serial Main Kahani Hoon. Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed are looking adorable in their drama get-up. Here we have gathered pictures from Hiba & Arez’ profile. Have a look:
Hassan Ali is an ace Pakistani fast bowler with a brilliant long-standing career in the Pakistani cricket team. Hassan Ali has played numerous matches for Pakistan and has contributed his part in many wins including 2017′ Champions Trophy. Hassan Ali is also an important player of different cricket leagues. Currently, the ace pacer is in India where he is representing Pakistani cricket team in the World Cup 2023.
Fans like Hassan Ali and his beautiful family. They also praise his viral humorous videos. Well, Hassan Ali is happily married to Samyah Khan who is a gorgeous girl from India. Lately, Hassan Ali and his family is in India. In his spare time, he is spending time with his family. His wife Samyah Khan has shared new family pictures from India. She was also seen in the stadium as a spectator to witness Pakistan’s match. Samyah and her daughter Halena were twinning in the beautiful red outfits. She has also shared some of the pictures with her husband Hassan Ali. Here are the new family photos of Hassan Ali.
Mohsin Abbas Haider is a brilliant Pakistani singer, host and actor. He is famous for working in the hit projects like Na Maloom Afraad, Meri Guriya, Muqabil, Meeras, Lashkara, Dil Tanha Tanha, Sirf Tum and Siyani. He is currently hosting a political satire show Public Demand.
Nowadays, the actor is again making news for posting aggressive statements regarding showbiz industry and society. Previously, he called out a director for harassing him. Recently, he has posted statements about women. In his statement, he wrote, “the society without good, pious and respected women is called a brothel”. He also posted statement on his Facebook which was pointing on some woman’s character. He also called out women of the society who grace indecent get togethers. Read his posts:
The public angrily reacted to Mohsin Abbas Haider’s degrading statements for women. Social media users clearly stated that his opinion is wrong as the society stands on both men and women, targeting women is wrong on his behalf. Many social media users said that he is from the showbiz industry which is full of corrupt men and women and he will find corrupt people only in this industry. Fans advised him to leave the industry which is full of obscenity. A social media user said, “he didn’t call out the men who cheat on their wives and run after other women”. The social media users are extremely angry with him. A few fans trolled him for posting his semi naked photoshoots. People also said that he’s trying to become Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar or Manto. A few partially agreed with him but still said that the men are the biggest harm to society. Fans didn’t like his choice of words. Read all the comments under the posts.
Nida Yasir is an extremely talented and seasoned Pakistani morning show host. She has been successfully hosting her morning show for the last fourteen years. Well, Nida Yasir’s morning show is popular for the controversial discussions. Nida Yasir is also famous for inviting viral sensations in her show. Besides hosting, Nida Yasir often makes news for her blunders which go viral. Few months ago, she made news for not understanding a simple question related to 92’s World cup. Her formula one meme also got viral.
Recently, Nida Yasir appeared in Sama Tv’s show Gup Shab hosted by Vasay Chaudhary. Her sister Sawera was the other guest on the show. In the show she revealed the reason behind making blunders. Talking about it Nida’s sister revealed that she is now used to tackle the situations after her blunders, Nida said that it is her family problem to make blunders. Nida’s sister said, “in our family, we always have one person from one generation who does blunders and from our generation, its Nida”. Nida said she is like her phupo, who was famous for her blunders. Here is the link to the video:
Talking further about the trolls, she said that trolling used to affect her but now she is used to it. She also said that she has a perfect support system in the form of a loving family which strengthens her. She said that her family is her army. Here is the link to the video:
Celebrity talk shows are loved by people all over the world. These shows allow people to know more about what is happening to these celebrities in their personal lives as well as on the work front. They also get to know about their opinions on various topics and celebrities also make comments and guesses on these shows that go down in history. One such historic moment was grabbed by Sonya Hussyn, Waseem Badami and Shoaib Akhtar on Urduflix’s The Shoaib Akhtar Show 2.0.
Shoaib Akhtar asked his guest Waseem and Sonya about which Pakistani artist got the Nobel Prize and it became a spectacle. The options were Abdul Sattar Edhi, Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan and Malala Yousafzai. Sonya answered Malala while the two others subtly made fun of her as they thought the answer was Dr AQ Khan. Well, the answer is none of those options. The Pakistani scientist to win a Nobel is Dr Abdus Salam.
Here is what went down:
The Internet had a field day with this and they were questioning the IQ of everyone involved. Here is what they had to say:
Jaisay Aapki Marzi is a drama that will make you relate to all the characters, feel the anxiety and see how gaslighting in relationships works. Alizeh and Sherry are moving forward with their married life and it is one plot after the other from Sherry to destroy Alizeh. From taking away her independent thoughts to her job freedom, Sherry has been a mastermind through and through. What Alizeh is going through is a harsh reality for many women in our society which is making the drama popular with viewers.
Sherry is working his plan comfortably and Alizeh is not able to tell right from wrong anymore. Fans this week felt how realistic everything looked. Many viewers also were able to point out Alizeh’s mother’s behaviour and decision making and how mothers in many cases are actually working against their daughters without knowing.
Here is how much anxiety is being invoked in people as story moves forward in Jaisay Aapki Marzi:
Momal Sheikh comes from a very well-connected showbiz family. Her father is none other than Javed Sheikh while Behroze Sabzwari, Shehzad Sheikh, Shahroz Sabzwari, Saleem Sheikh and Sadaf Kanwal are all from her family. The actress came into the industry after her marriage as her own father was against it but she came and won everyone’s hearts. She is very close to her family and always openly shares the struggles she had as a woman, as a mother as well as a daughter. She is a mom to two beautiful kids, a son and a daughter and the family is off for a spiritual trip.
Momal Sheikh and husband Nadir were travelling to Saudi Arabia for Umrah and their kids also accompanied them. The family had a beautiful time there and Momal shared some beautiful clicks with all her followers so they can see the beautiful Makkah with their own eyes. Here are some clicks from their trip:
Furqan Qureshi is counted among the actors who have struggled a lot to get to a point in their careers. Furqan started out as a supporting actor and later on he had a lot of issues getting more work. Many people in the industry would say that he was too skinny and does not fit into any characters and he is therefore not suitable for roles. He worked on his physique and gained weight to get better roles in the industry.
He has done many great dramas like Khuda Mera Bhi Hai, Dreamers, Mere Paas Tum Ho and Raqs e Bismil to name a few. Furqan Qureshi was a guest on Mazaq Raat and shared how it was during his struggling period. He revealed that people will make him wait for hours outside their office and in the end would simply refer him to someone else in 5 minutes. He still kept on working hard and today he has made many achievements.
Here is what he revealed:
He also shared what he wants to change about the industry now. He said that drama makers are all very scared and therefore, they are all making same type of stories. He would like those people to show diversity and make new things for the audience. He would like the makers to experiment more.
Alizeh Shah is among the most successful leading ladies of the current generation. She has gotten a lot of fame and success in a very short period of time. She started her journey with a supporting role in Superstar and then we saw her winning the nation’s hearts with Ehd e Wafa. She has since been in many hit dramas as well as controversies but she remains steadfast and works in more projects.
Alizeh Shah is also known for her beauty and innocent looks. She has a signature glam makeup where she looks like she is wearing no makeup on her face and she just enhances her features in the right manner. She has recently shared her makeup look through her YouTube channel and you can now also achieve the signature Alizeh Shah look.
Here are the products that Alizeh prefers to use:
Concealer- NARS
Blush- Dior
Powder- MAC Studio Fix
Bronzer- Bodyshop
Highlighter- Benefit
Eyeliner- Bodyshop
Eyepencil- Kiko
Mascara- Maybelline Sky High
Lip Pencil- LA Girl
In recent years, the Pakistani drama industry has experienced a series of significant developments in varying aspects. These changes have reshaped the opinion of many viewers about Pakistani television dramas. While there has been a notable shift towards experimentation and diversification in terms of content as well as platforms. Today, viewers are exposed to a wider range of topics especially with Express Entertainment and Green Entertainment taking the lead.
However, some of the mainstream channels are still finding it really hard to break free from the monotony and tried and tested formulas. The most ironic bit is that many of the dramas that either sensationalize serious issues or rest mainly on the toxicity of relationships garner more ratings than many other dramas that provide quality entertainment.
Different Approaches of Channels
For the past few months in particular, there has been a noticeable contrast between channels that are embracing innovation and those that appear to stick with conventional and often repetitive practices in the ultimate pursuit of audience attention. This difference is particularly evident when comparing Green Entertainment with channels like ARY Digital and Geo Entertainment.
Green Entertainment’s Pursuit of Novelty
Green Entertainment, without any doubt, stands out because of its willingness to experiment and offer fresh narratives. They have been proactive in diversifying content, exploring new themes, and introducing original storylines that resonate with many contemporary viewers. By doing so, Green Entertainment has managed to capture the attention of an audience seeking something different from the traditional drama formula. However, the fact is that except for Kabli Pulao all the other Green Entertainment dramas have failed to attract public attention and do not stand out in the ‘game of ratings’.
ARY Digital and Geo Entertainment’s Approach
Some of the more established Pakistani channels, such as ARY Digital and Geo Entertainment, have been reluctant to break away from the redundant formulas that have been popular for decades. They continue to produce dramas that rely heavily on familiar love triangles, family politics, love triangles, and melodrama, which have been staples of Pakistani television for a long time.
Controversial & Toxic Subjects
These television channels are well aware of the prevailing truth within the realm of viewership metrics: that controversial subjects and situations allure a certain group of viewers and translate into higher ratings. These channels know only too well that controversy sparks debates, discussions, and heightened interest. Hence, it serves as a catalyst for enhanced ratings. This is the reason why controversy remains an integral element of their broadcasting strategy.
Unfortunately, another disconcerting reality is that a substantial portion of the viewership base tends to gravitate towards content characterized by extreme levels of toxicity. We have all witnessed in the recent past that dramas that banked heavily on toxic relationships garnered more ratings and attention than those that broke free from such scenarios. This phenomenon has clearly led to the trend of producers and channels banking on such toxicity to get the attention of the viewers. While doing so, most often the delicate balance between providing what a certain group of audience seemingly desires and ensuring responsible and ethical storytelling is lost.
Recent examples are dramas such as Mayi Ri, Hadsa, and Mein. All these dramas got exemplary viewership but if you take a look at the content it raises a lot of eyebrows.
Why Does Controversy Sell?
The popularity of controversial dramas like “Mayi Ri” and “Hadsa,” as well as the success of dramas featuring toxic characters such as “Mein” and “Jaisay Aap Ki Marzi,” goes to show that controversy and toxicity sell. The enduring appeal of controversy in the world of Pakistani television cannot be overlooked.
One reason is that controversial topics pique viewers’ curiosity. Such content also gets extreme reactions from viewers. Whether it is outrage, fascination, or shock, these emotional reactions make the content go viral. It has also been seen that controversial content most often generates discussions and debates. People like to share their opinions and engage in conversations about such issues. Media outlets know only too well that such discussions can extend the life of a story and increase audience engagement.
As a result of all this hype created by controversial topics, more viewers are drawn to such dramas. So, even though some of the enlightened viewers criticize such content they still watch it out of curiosity which helps these channels get ratings.
Similarly, toxic characters and storylines that center around toxicity very often become instant hits. The most obvious reason for this seems to be that toxic characters and storylines tend to evoke strong emotional responses from the majority of the viewers. These intense feelings such as intrigue, sympathy, or even revulsion heighten emotions and interest. sometimes viewers feel repelled by the toxicity but are so keen to see the toxic characters get punished that they continue to watch such dramas. Therefore, it would be safe to say that for some it is a vicious circle of engagement. In essence, the interplay between repulsion and the desire for justice creates a compelling narrative tension that can be a driving force behind the enduring popularity of dramas featuring toxic characters.
Last but definitely not least, there is no denying the fact that there is an entire cadre of viewers who watch dramas with toxic content with an unwavering commitment. Such viewers are convinced that these exaggerated portrayals of dysfunction and conflict are mirrors reflecting human reality. They watch these dramas with dedication because they believe that these stories are true to reality. It would be safe to say that such viewers definitely are the ones who play a major role in promoting such dramas by making them popular.
Whose Fault is it?
So, if there are so many viewers out there who choose to watch such content that lacks substance and creates toxicity, who is actually responsible for creating and promoting such content? Does that mean that the producers and channels have no responsibility at all?
The fact is that utilizing controversy as a means to boost television ratings in a negligent or unethical manner is wrong. Producers and channels do bear a degree of responsibility for the content they promote and air. They must draw a fine line between providing what the audience wants and upholding ethical and social responsibilities. This includes considering the potential impact of these dramas on viewers, especially when they involve sensitive or harmful themes.
Employing sensational and attention-grabbing elements with the sole intention of sparking intense reactions and discussions among the audience is irresponsible behavior. Similarly, showing stories that exploit sensitive topics, personal tragedies, or societal issues purely for entertainment purposes, without addressing them responsibly or providing constructive insights is a crime our producers and writers are guilty of committing excessively. These drama makers totally ignore the fact that this irresponsible approach can trivialize serious subjects and harm public perceptions. A recent example is that of the drama serial Hadsa. Even the drama serial Mayi Ri seems to be going on the wrong track but the producers continue to rave about the ratings.
Will Hadsa Ban be a Game Changer?
Recently, the ban on Hadsa and how it all happened has definitely served as a reality check for the producers who use personal stories to make dramas. The way the victim came forward and has taken the initiative has sparked important conversations about the role and responsibility of content creators in navigating the fine line between artistic expression and ethical considerations. Hadsa was not the first drama based on a true event; we have seen many other dramas like this one which topped the rating charts, in the past.
Pakistani producers have often used someone’s true story as a mere attention-grabbing tool. Many of the real-life tragedies that grabbed media and public attention were turned into dramas. The producers did so without considering the profound and lasting consequences of their actions. Hadsa victim speaking up has made many viewers understand how such dramas commodify personal suffering and sensationalize and objectify real people who have already endured a great deal. In such scenarios, the producers have always prioritized profit and viewership ratings over the ethical imperative to treat individuals and their experiences with sensitivity, respect, and empathy. There is definitely reason to believe that the ban on Hadsa and the ensuing legal battle will serve as a warning for our drama makers.
Final Thoughts
Even though controversy and toxicity sell, it should not be used as a storytelling tool. The scripts which deal with sensitive topics in particular should be handled responsibly and within ethical boundaries. Exploiting such social issues irresponsibly can negatively impact society at large. Responsible content creation and ethical storytelling should prioritize the well-being and values of both the audience and society as a whole. Exploiting such social issues can perpetuate harmful stereotypes, misrepresent facts, and even sensationalize issues that deserve thoughtful consideration and empathy. The responsibility rests with producers who need to shift their focus from ratings to responsible storytelling.
Faysal Quraishi is a brilliant Pakistani actor and host who had been part of unlimited hit projects till date. Fans admire his excellent acting skills. He’s loved by the millions of fans. Lately, the versatile actor made an appearance in FHM’s podcast where he talked about getting married at an early age, facing backlash on divorce and marital rape.
Talking about getting married at a very young age, Faysal Quraishi said, “Yes, I got married at an early age, I was eighteen when I got married, well, it happened, it was my childhood, this is how we learn in life, it was a love marriage (from my side)”. Here is the link to the video:
He further talked about the hypocrisy of people who hate the divorced people but glorify cheaters. Talking about it, he said, “If you are a divorced person, you will be criticized by people but if you are dating multiple women, they will praise you, dating is glorified and marrying seems to be a crime. See how they talked a lot about Mahira Khan for her marriage. “Dating is good for them but halal is bad for them”, said Faysal Quraishi. Here is the link to the video:
He further talked about the concept of marital rape in Pakistani society, talking about it he said, “In our society people don’t talk about the consent of women, well, they quote Islamic teachings that it is compulsory for wife to abide by the husband but it is never instructed to men about how they should be with wives, they should be gentlemen, they should be pleasing, neat, and clean. In Pakistan, the illiterate, clumsy and drunk people talk about having rights on their wives. Talking about consent, Faysal said, “consent should be respected of both men and women. Here is the link to the video:
Here are the pictures of Faysal Quraishi’s ex wife and daughter Hanish.
Chocolate Times is a popular Pakistani show which aired on Aplus. The show gained massive popularity because of its controversial questioning and gossip oriented news. The show was conducted by ace Pakistani anchor Ayesha Jahanzeb who previously co-hosted Khabarnaak for Geo TV. She also hosted other famous shows.
Lately, Ayesha Jahanzeb appeared in Public Tv’s show Public Demand which is hosted by Mohsin Abbas Haider. She came with the young co-host of Chocolate Times. Well, the host revealed that the young co-host Zoha is her daughter who accompanied her in Chocolate Times, she also said that she is proud of her young daughter.
Talking about joining Chocolate Times as co-host, Zoha said, “I was the last option for them, if I wasn’t there, they would have hired someone else on a big salary, I saved their money. Also, the producer was looking for a girl, he badly needed a female co-host, I was there on the set so he asked me to do the show and after seeing my skills on the camera, he kept me in the team for six months”
Here is the link to Ayesha Jahanzeb and Zoha’s video clip from Chocolate Times:
Ayesha Jahanzeb’s daughter Zoha revealed that she wants to become a successful actor. She also said that she’s working on a project.
Nawal Saeed is a talented Pakistani television actress. She has earned a good name in her short showbiz career. She joined the medial industry in 2017. So far, Nawal has appeared in many hit Pakistani drama serials. Fans loved her brilliant acting performances in famous dramas like Daagh E Dil, and Maah E Tamam. Nawal Saeed is loved by millions of fans because of the breathtaking beauty she has. Nawal Saeed is a friendly and fun-loving person who loves traveling and spending time with friends.
Yesterday, the gorgeous and talented Nawal Saeed celebrated her 25th birthday with her close friends from the showbiz industry including Noor Hassan, Yashma Gill and Omer Shahzad. See a few birthday pictures and the Wikipedia screenshot:
According to the age shown on Wikipedia, Nawal Saeed is 25 years old.
Well, fans are not agreeing to Nawal Saeed’s age and are saying that Tiktokers and actors never want to reveal their real age. A fan wrote, “If she is twenty five years old then I have yet to be born”. Almost all the social media users said that she would be 35 instead. Fans are saying that she looks like a mature girl and that’s why it is hard to believe that she turned twenty five this year. People are passing hilarious comments. A social media user wrote, “I am writing this comment from my mother’s womb”. Another social media user wrote, “Tiktokers and actors’ year passes after 24 months, that’s why they never cross 25”. Read all the comments:
Maulana Tariq Jamil is a brilliant and popular Pakistani Islamic scholar who has earned a huge international fame as well. Fans across the world love his devotion and dedication towards Islam. Maulana Tariq Jamil is known for his eloquence and his kindness. Recently, he went through a great tragedy in his life. Maulana Tariq Jamil’s youngest son passed away. According to the family, his son Asim Jamil took his own life as he was suffering from severe depression.
According to Maulana Tariq Jamil, his son Asim Jamil was the most pure and kind soul who taught them to love the poor people. Maulana Tariq Jamil said that Asim Jamil used to show affection with poor people in his life. His other family members also uttered the good words for the departed soul, a family member revealed that he was a very loving and God-fearing man who used to help the poor with money. Social media is now trending with the pictures of Maulana Tariq Jamil’s son Asim Jamil after his sad, untimely and tragic death. Here we have gathered Maulana Tariq Jamil’s pictures with his son followed by few solo pictures of Asim Jamil:
Saba Faisal is a veteran of the industry. Starting her career as a news caster, she has now become the most wanted mother of the drama world. She is in nearly every hit drama and people simply love her and her style of work. She is also very family-oriented and likes to be connected to her roots. She opened up about her own mother as she was in Good Morning Pakistan and shared her memories with her.
She shared that her mother was very close to her own siblings and to this day, Saba makes sure to respect them as much as she can because they remind her of her own mother. She is very loving towards her uncles and aunts due to the love they had for Saba’s mother. She also shared that her mother was the only person whom she would go to and talk about her feelings and after losing her, she never did that.
This is what she shared:
She also revealed a funny yet sad time when her mother needed medical tests and she was supposed to go abroad but she kept deferring them. On finally asking her for the reason, she confided in Saba that she was following an Indian drama and did not want to miss out on the twist by going abroad.
Here is what happened:
She also shared a painful memory when her mother was sick. Saba Faisal’s mother had a brain tumour and it affected her motor skills. Once when Saba was cleaning her teeth with a towel wrapped around her finger, her mother’s jaw locked and Saba’s finger got crushed under her mother’s teeth. Her mom was crying as she could not see Saba in pain but she could not ask her brain to leave Saba’s finger.
Maulana Tariq Jamil is a very revered Islamic scholar from Pakistan. He has taught Islam to millions through his bayans and people have always shared their love and admiration for his efforts. Maulana and his family are going through one of the biggest tragedies anyone can see in their lives. His son Asim Jamil left this mortal world via suicide and it was a shock to the family as well as the world.
When Asim Jamil died, his cousin Arfeen was present there with him. He talked to Urdu Point and shared what actually happened that day. He revealed that Asim has been suffering from depression since childhood. He also had dyslexia and still he memorized 28 paras of the Quran. He was not able to fully enjoy his life in the personal or professional capacity due to his condition.
Arfeen also shared that Asim Jamil was very generous and close to the people of their village. He would spend all his fortune on them and always said not to pray for his long life whenever someone prayed for him. He out of the blue shot himself that day while Arfeen was present and he is still in trauma to lose a cousin like his own brother.
Minal Khan is a diva we all love. She started as a child artist and we saw her grow in front of our eyes. She is now among the most established leading ladies in the country and she is also married to an actor. We saw Minal and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram’s love story flourish in front of our eyes and they recently announced that they are expecting their first child with a pregnancy shoot.
Minal’s sister Aiman Khan also recently welcomed her baby and she threw a baby shower for the first time mama Minal Khan. It was a pleasure to see Minal and Ahsan entering a new phase in their lives and finally the good news is here. Yes, Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram have embraced parenthood.
They both shared that their newborn, a baby boy came into this world at 10.48 a.m. and they have named the new arrival Muhammad Hasan Ikram. Here is the announcement from the proud parents.
Everyone is sending blessings for the new arrival:
Congratulations to Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram on the arrival of Muhammad Hasan Ikram from our side!
Juggan Kazim is a host and actress who is loved by millions. She started working in the industry at a very young age and she has gone through a lot in life. Juggan is also a mom to three kids, two sons and one daughter. Her little ones are young while her eldest has grown up. It was 31st October and the world was celebrating Halloween. Juggan also took it upon herself to throw a Halloween party for her kids and their school friends.
Juggan was dressed up as a witch herself while her son and daughter were Batman and Bee respectively. Juggan also shared that she knows that the world is burning but she wants her children to not know about the horrors and shield them from the truth for as long as possible. Here are some clicks from Juggan’s kids holloween party:
