Zahid Ahmed is a star who is talented and intelligent. He is eloquent and he always says stuff which makes sense. He is happily married and he is a father to two sons. He has always been very open about his struggles with his looks, drug abuse and how faith helped him get back on his feet. He is currently starring in Dil Dhoondta Hai Phir Wohi and he spoke to Fuchsia during the show’s media junket.
Zahid Ahmed has advice for Gen Z who are reaching the age of marriage and they will be tying the knot in the future. The actor said that he has seen so many separations and divorces lately and it is always a sad sight. He said that the younger generation needs to realize that nothing is ever going to be perfect. You need to realize there will be ups and downs even when you live alone. But in a marriage these ups and downs double. Thus be perseverant and understand each other when you get yourself in the institution of marriage.
This is what he advised:
Zahid Ahmed also spoke about what is compromise in a marriage and to focus on the positives. He said that if we take 10 things in a person and we are okay with 7 or 8 of them, there will be 2 or 3 which we do not like. Thus you need to learn to compromise with those 2 or 3 things of your partner. If you keep hating on them and give more importance to what you do not like, the marriage will fall apart even after 40 years.
Sania Saeed is an ultra-talented artist and a woman of substance. She is known for her great choice of scripts, the way she gets under the skin of a character and her activism for humans and animals both. She is well-read and she always used her voice for the impoverished and oppressed. She was a guest on FHM podcast and spoke about many topics ranging from governance to activism.
Sania Saeed also reacted to the viral statement by Saima Qureshi. Saima Qureshi has stated that there is no blessing in a woman’s income. Despite Islam refuting such a mindset, she stated that she feels there is no blessing in a woman’s money and she feels there is no blessing in her own money either.
Sania Saeed said that she knows Saima and she does not agree with her opinion though she will respect her freedom to have her opinion. Sania said that Saima Qureshi is a single mother and she has single-handedly raised three sons who wer well brought up, she can pay for her freedom and she can go to any hosptal if she falls ill and for Sania Saeed, this is a blessing. She added that Saima’s definition of blessing may be different. According to Sania, women’s income is also blessed. Many a times, men earn so much and nothing is ever saved thus their income can also be “non-blessed”.
This is what she said:
Sania Saeed also spoke about why she said that people should not have kids unless they know what parenting is. She said we are all going through personal traumas and we end up becoming controlling parents and giving our children an environment which is not conducive to make them happy. Thus try to change your conditions to a peaceful place first. Yes, problems will always exist but learn parenting and make yourself ready for the task before you have kids.
Pakistani dramas have gained a large global audience in the last two decades. People within South Asia, as well as the Pakistani diaspora, love to follow these shows and their very realistic storylines. But with the increasing number of channels and dramas that air on three time slots, the quality of the product has been suffering for a while.
Many Pakistani dramas have fallen into the trap of formulaic storylines. Once a certain formula is a hit with the audience, unfortunately, all the stories start following that pattern to achieve high TRP and YouTube views. The biggest tropes we have seen on television are love triangles between the leads, as well as the ever-present saas-bahu issues, which never seem to die down. There is now another hit storyline in town, and it is the family rivalry. The two warring clans of different types have become the new favourite of Pakistani drama makers, and they are inserted in all stories in one way or another. Here is how many of our latest hit dramas achieved big numbers through this formula:
Khaie
Khaie was an experiment gone right in the Pakistani drama realm. The story written by Saqlain Abbas was bloody, and Syed Wajahat Hussain made it look realistic with his top-notch direction. From casting to performances, everything went right with this drama. The whole country followed the family rivalry between Chinar Khan and Zamda, and fans were on the edge of their seats throughout the show’s phenomenal run. The success of Khaie injected this new idea of family rivalries into our drama writing.
Dunyapur
Dunyapur was another big-budget Pakistani drama that aired on Green TV. The show was based on the big rivalry between the Adam and Nawab clans. The three generations of the two families were entangled in a full-scale war, and they were killing each other off. The romantic track, alongside some very strong performances, made Dunyapur a hit with the audience. There have been talks about a second season for the show, and fans would love to see Shahmeer and Anaa come back to continue the blood bath.
Noor Jahan
Noor Jahan was another hit drama which looked like a simple saas-bahu story on the surface. It ended up becoming a lot more with the intrigues and mysteries intertwined with strong performances. Noor Jahan is a Pakistani drama where the basic plot revolves around the family rivalry between Noor Jahan and Noor Bano’s father. This is where the whole mess starts and then transcends two generations.
Main Manto Nahi Hoon
Main Manto Nahi Hoon is another big Pakistani drama that is airing on ARY Digital right now. The show has the biggest star cast possible, and it was able to hook the audience from the very opening. The drama was based on the rivalry between the Amritsari and Binyamin clans. Fans loved it, and it was the rivalry which hooked fans. With the recent detour of the show towards romance, the viewership has been affected. Views and ratings were skyrocketing with the family rivalry plot, and that is something fans wanted to see more of; thus, the formula was working.
Sanwal Yaar Piya
Sanwal Yaar Piya is one of the most anticipated Pakistani dramas of this season. After various cast changes and delays, the show came out with Ahmed Ali Akbar, Feroze Khan, and Durefishan Saleem in the lead. The drama is getting good numbers on both TRP charts and YouTube, and fans like the characters overall. The main conflict in the plot will be the family rivalry between Aliyar and Piya. Their fathers both have a history of crime, and they parted on not very good terms. Meanwhile, Ahmed Ali Akbar’s Sanwal will be the chain linking their past rivalry to the present. Another hit for this plot track.
Main Zameen Tu Aasman
Main Zameen Tu Aasman is a Pakistani drama airing on Green TV. This drama has brought Feroze Khan and Hiba Bukhari together fr the first time. Written by Abdul Khaliq Khan, the writer of Ishq Murshid, there are a few similarities in the plot. We once again have two people from two families with opposing philosophies of how to live your life, fall in love. Once again, they will have to overcome this family rivalry of principles to be together.
Family rivalry in Pakistani dramas is another new instrument which is bringing massive views. Seems like it has become the flavour of the year. In Khaie, the rivalry meant something, and it brought something to the table, while in many new shows, it is just being used to hook the audience initially, like Main Manto Nahi Hoon? Do you find this new trend in Pakistani dramas interesting, or do you think it should be dropped now for fresher storylines? Share in comments!
Fawad Khan is a star people have always loved. He is actually a singer and later transitioned towards acting. He has worked in films in the past few years in both Pakistan and India. He is mostly seen in advertisements and his fans have missed his EP era. The star is back towards music as he is the judge of Pakistan Idol Season 2. This season has brought some great talent to the scene.
Fawad Khan is joined by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Bilal Maqsood and Zeb Bangash. He has been on a multiple city tour where participants are being shortlisted for the main competition. Some great talent has come forward through the show and Fawad has been in the limelight once again too, as a judge.
Humaira Arshad is another big name in Pakistani music. She is not happy with Fawad Khan’s presence on the judges panel and spoke about it in Hina Niazi’s show. She said that she understands, sponsors may want him but a person should know their own limitations and decline such an offer. He could participate as a celebrity. She added if a participant asked him to sing a Taan, he will not be able to oblige. Thus celebrities should not be judging singing. But this is not happening the first time in Pakistan.
Dr Affan Qaiser is a renowned Pakistani gastroenterologist and transplant hepatologist who has gained popularity through his informative health awareness videos and social media presence. He has more than 5 million followers on Facebook and around 430k subscribers on his newly launched YouTube channel. He is married to Dr. Nazish Affan, who is also a medical professional. The couple shares a beautiful bond and are parents to two adorable daughters and a little son.
Dr. Affan Qaiser’s recent podcast with Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed Orakzai has sparked severe public backlash due to his demeaning remarks about women.
While speaking in the podcast, Dr Affan said, “If there is a fat woman with hair on her face, it means her hormones are disturbed. How can a man be attracted to her, especially when he has beautiful women available on the internet or elsewhere?”
To this, the guest replied, “Such Men should avoid going to the namehram women because women’s addiction is the most dangerous thing that can destroy one’s Dunya and Akhirah. If someone has strong desires, he should marry two, three, or four women but stay away from haram, as the sinful path destroys one’s Akhirah.”
Dr Affan Qaiser is facing severe public backlash on social media after he posted a clip from his recent podcast. A social media user wrote, “I didn’t like this video and felt really sad because this video has insulted women.” Another user commented, “I think Dr Saab is more interested in Nora Fatehi than his wife.” One user wrote, “He’s lying — everything is in a man’s control if he decides to be on the right path.” A woman stated, “We tolerate men with the most unattractive features, yet they have the audacity to complain about women’s weight.” Another wrote, “They are giving hints to the pious men as well” Read the comments:
Salman Khan is a great Bollywood actor who enjoys immense popularity and admiration in both Pakistan and India. Known for his charm, versatility, and box-office dominance, he has a massive fan following across borders. Some of his top-grossing and most popular movies that performed exceptionally well and gained huge appreciation in Pakistan include Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan, Bodyguard and Kick.
Currently, Salman Khan, along with Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, is on a tour of Saudi Arabia, where the three superstars have been holding multiple meet-and-greet events with their Arab fans. During these gatherings, they have interacted with fans, responded to hosts’ questions, and shared insights about their careers and experiences.
In one of his recent interactions with the Saudi Arabian media, Salman Khan mentioned Balochistan separately and Pakistan as a separate state, which sparked notable reactions across social media platforms. Salman Khan said that so many people come here (in Saudi Arabia) from our places including Baluchistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan. He didn’t also mention India specifically. First watch the video:
Pakistanis are slamming Salman Khan’s deliberate attempt to mention Baluchistan separately with many saying that he knew what he was saying. A few thought he was purposely made to say this on an international platform. One wrote, “He might be saying this only to confirm his loyalty towards India. Like all other Muslim actors, to live in India peacefully, they need to show that they are religiously secular and politically against Pakistan.” Another said, “Baluchistan? Exactly the same way he has fans globally — in Khalistan, Hindustan, and Afghanistan.” One remarked, “They have the pain of Khalistan, which made them speak like this. Since Khalistanis want a separate state”. A netizen taunted, “The reason for his flop movies is this mentality. Sick.” One expressed, “This is what happens when you can be a Bollywood star but still be uneducated.” Read comments:
Komal Aziz Khan is a former Pakistani television actress and model who was famously known for portraying the character of innocent girl. Fans loved her in Bharosa Pyar Tera. Her other notable dramas include Kasa e Dil, Raza e Ulfat, Bisat e Dil, Mohlat amd Zard Zamano Ka Sawera. Komal Aziz Khan has now taken a break from media and has established a successful clothing brand Omal by Komal.
Today, Komal Aziz Khan made an appearance in Madeha Naqvi’s morning show where she opened up about the reason behind leaving acting.
Talking about it, Komal said, “I come from a fairly conservative family. I had a pressure from family to quit showbiz already becuse they weren’t happy with my profession. I had differences with my family during my acting period because we come from an educated family, they used to say that you are wasting yourself in this field after doing higher studies from the USA. Now, they are very happy, I left the media industry because my family. I had to choose one and after a few mental health sessions and therapies, I was clear about my decision and this decision was taken carefully.”
Komal Aziz Khan further added, “I was lucky to have an instant chance of becoming a lead character in Hum TV’s first project. I didn’t face troubles like others. For me, leaving was also very easy because my ego was controlled. I kept my ego balanced after so much success. I am different from others; I see long term vision rather than short term goals. I was about to reach the heights of success when I stepped back. I was successful in both business and acting but there came a point in life where I had to choose one.” Here is the link to the video
Arshad Khan Chaiwala is a renowned Pakistani tea café owner who rose to fame after a viral photo captured by photographer Javeria Ali in 2016. The photo went insanely viral across the world, making him an overnight sensation. The photographer who made the picture viral said that she was stunned by Chaiwala’s extraordinary looks and requested to feature him in her photograph. Today, Arshad Khan is one of the successful Pakistani businessmen with his own chain of tea cafés.
A few months ago, Arshad Khan Chaiwala’s ID card was blocked by NADRA for reportedly holding Afghani nationality. Recently, his lawyer clarified that NADRA admitted their mistake and restored his Pakistani nationality.
Talking to the media about Arshad Khan Chaiwala’s nationality case, his lawyer said, “Arshad Khan’s Pakistani identity card has been unblocked, which is good news for all Pakistanis especially the youth. We had provided all necessary documents when the issue first arose. We requested NADRA to follow the legal procedures. Arshad himself appeared in court, where the documents of him and his family were verified. NADRA accepted their mistake and restored his ID card.”
Arshad Khan Chaiwala also expressed his gratitude, saying that he is a proud Pakistani and will always remain so. He added that, just as he built the Arshad Khan Chaiwala franchise, he will continue to represent and serve Pakistan proudly. Here is the link to the video:
Pakistan Idol is the Pakistani version of American Idol, a popular music reality show. Previously, The first season of Pakistan Idol premiered on Geo on 6 December 2013 and continued until 24 April 2014. The season 2 has brought back the globally acclaimed franchise to Pakistan. The first few episodes are based on the nationwide auditions, judged by Fawad Khan, Zeb Bangash, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, and Bilal Maqsood.
So far, the channels have aired six episodes of Pakistan Idol on the channels including Green Entertainment, Geo and PTV. The Karachi auditions featured exceptionally talented singers whose performances were loved by the judges. Clips from this week episodes are doing rounds on social media, and viewers are loving the incredible raw talent.
Sarafaz Ali
This week additions featured a talented Pakistani singer Sarafaz Ali who sang a difficult Ghazal Tere Bheege Badan ki Khushbo se, originally sung by the legendary Mehdi Hassan. Fans loved the performance.
Muhammad Ibrar
Muhammad Ibrar’s heartfelt performance of song Piya Mat Jana Pardes made judges emotional and teary-eyed. The performance collected excellent views in 24 hours and many loved the singer’s voice.
Tarab Nafees
A young and talented contestant Tarab Nafees beautifully sang classical ghazal Wo Mujh Se Huwe Hamkalam, originally sung by Naheed Akhtar.
Minaam
The young contestant Minaam stole the show with his gripping performance of Ghazal Ranjish Hi Sahi, originally sung by Ghazal king Mehdi Hassan.
Shahid Sonu
Shahid Sonu beautifully performed Punjabi classical song Sajna Raah Tera Tak Tak Hari Aan, originally sung by none other than madam Noor Jahan.
Waqar Hussain
Waqar Hussain sang a beautiful song Aik Main Howan Te originally sung by ace Pakistani Ghazal singer Ghulam Ali. His powerful vocals were loved by fans.
Zeeshan Ali
Zeeshan Ali perfectly sang Mehdi Hassan’s Ghazal Main Hosh Main Tha Toh Us Pe Mar Gaya Kaisay by Mehdi Hassan Khan.
Aryan
Aryan’s performance was also loved by fans with many said he’s giving Nabeel Shaukat Ali vibes. He sang Alamgir’s song Shaam Se Pehly Aana. Here is the link to the video:
Maulana Tariq Jameel is the most loved and respected Muslim scholar in the country. His soft demeanor and how he has always spoken to everyone without discrimination. Maria B, who is now known more for her activism and not just her design sat down with maulana and spoke about certain topics.
Maria B has been against transgender movement and she has openly spoken about how she will not let LGBTQ movement enter the country. The designer has used her social media platforms against it and she also is a part of a group Mothers of Pakistan who work against LGBTQ movement. Maria B sat down with Maulana Tariq Jameel and spoke about certain topics. He also shared his opnion on men marrying transgenders.
Maulana Tariq Jameel spoke about Qoum of Hazrat Lut AS and how they went through huge Azab for their deeds. He further spoke about how certain people say that a man can marry a Khawajasira. He said that this Nikkah is not allowed as Nikkah is meant for children and Khawajasiras are not capable of having children.
Masarrat Misbah is a beautician, businesswoman and philanthropist. Her work for the acid victims of Pakistan is commendable and she has helped so many women who were victims of the heinous crime. She is an inspiration to all the strong women out there and she has always spoken about women empowerment and played her part in uplifting women of this country.
Masarrat Misbah was a guest on Aik Naya Zaviya and spoke about her career, dealing with a divorce and philanthropy and activism. She shared how she was married when she was only 18 and her marriage did not work out. She had never really spoken about her divorce but lately she has shared her experience with the world. She said that she started speaking about it publicly after she consulted a religious scholar. They told her how Hazrat Muhammad SAW also used to share his family experiences to guide others. Thus she tries to help other women who are in toxic marriages by sharing her experiences but she remains respectful of the other party.
This is what she shared:
Masarrat Misbah also shared that she came from a household where no one would even raise their voice. Thus when she saw violence in her marriage where her children were also always scared, she decided that it was time to walk out and her father and family members became her support.
Arslan Khan and Hira Khan make a young couple who are both making waves in the entertainment world. They are both working in dramas and they have managed to win hearts for their performances and their own sweet love story. The duo came as guests on Hasna Mana Hai and shared a lot about their journey.
Arslan Khan shared how he started his career with modelling and later shifted towards dramas. He recently starred in Rasm e Wafa which was a hit. He also shared how he once got an acting offer from across the border and that was weird and surreal at the same time for the young star.
Arslan Khan heard that he received a message on social media and he gave them a number to contact him. He was offered a series and he inquired about general requirements regarding the project. He also spoke about the budget and then the person told him that he is okay and he should join the shoot in a particular city. That is when Arslan realized that it was an Indian city and the offer was from India. they had mistaken him as a young Indian talent and gave him an offer.
Nawal Saeed is an artist who is loved for her beauty, grace and the way she carries herself. She has worked in several dramas and she has been loved for her roles in Yakeen Ka Safar and Jaan e Jahan. The starlet was a guest on Ushna Shah’s show After Hours and spoke about her life, career and ideal partner.
Nawal Saeed is single and she spoke about what she would like to have in her ideal partner. She was pretty straight-forward and seems like she is giving inspiration to other girls now on what to look for in your prospective life partner.
The actress shared that she does not need much from her ideal life partner. She just wants a man who is tolerant and respectful. He should be kind and who does not show off a lot. Someone who is easy to be around. She does not want a tough guy, she just wants a nice green-flag guy. She added that she will get married at some point but she is not rushing.
This is what Nawal Saeed had to say about her ideal life partner:
Jama Taqseem is a drama that is loved by millions now. It is written by Sarwat Nazir and directed by Ali Hassan. The show is sharing appreciation for the realistic portrayal of a joint family system. The characters are close to reality and writing is top-notch. Fans are tuning in to the show twice a week and loving how it is real about the problems shown.
Sarwat Nazir is a decorated writer and she has some great dramas under her name including Besharam, Dobara and Dastak. She has now written Jama Taqseem and she is being appreciated for a mature script.
Things got messy when Sarwat Nazir was accused of plagiarizing by another writer. Writer Misbah Ali Syed shared a story on her Instagram where a fan had called out Sarwat for copying her novel. She also stated that her story has been fully copied. This is what Misbah Ali Syed had to say:
According to Misbah Ali Syed, Sarwat Nazir has plagiarized her novel Kaanch Se Saiban in Jama taqseem:
The internet is now discussing what actually happened in this case. One person wrote, “The drama is 80% similar to the novel.” Another added, “This is the story of every household and this is nothing new.” One said, “The drama is a hit and therefore such claims are being made.” This was the reaction:
Haris Waheed is a renowned, talented and versatile Pakistani actor who has been working in the showbiz industry for many years now. He studied acting from the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA). Haris Waheed’s notable dramas are Sammi, Mohabbat Chordi Maine, Mujhe Wida Ker, Jhoom, Tere Bin, Jaan e Jahan and others. He is currently garnering praise for his brilliant acting in Green Entertainment’s drama series Pamaal. Haris Waheed got married to Maryam Fatima in 2018 and the couple parted ways in 2022.
Lately, Haris Waheed appeared in Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast Excuse Me where he opened up about his divorce with actress Maryam Fatima.
Talking about it, Haris Waheed said, “I wasn’t prepared for my divorce. I don’t know if actors’ work schedules affect their relationships or not, but it wasn’t like that in our case. It was a personal, or you can say, a mutual decision. It’s okay if there are hardships in life because life is meant to be this way. Everyone faces difficulties in life — I’m not the unique one. Yes, at that moment you feel sad or stressed out, but such things happen to everyone in life. We all have to live, face challenges, and eventually die. It’s part of life.” Talking about moving on in life, Haris Waheed said that whatever he has experienced in his relationship and afterwards, was meant to happen. Here is the link to the video:
Vaneeza Sattar is a new and emerging Pakistani television actress who recently received praise for her debut drama series Laadli, which was one of the most-watched soap serials in the 7:00 p.m. slot. Fans loved her performance in the negative role of Nazo, the spoiled brat of the house. Vaneeza Sattar hails from Karachi and has garnered a decent following on social media after the success of her debut serial. She currently has around 109k followers on Instagram, and fans adore her pictures and reels.
Today, Vaneeza Sattar shared beautiful BTS pictures from her drama Laadli, which concluded yesterday. She also wrote an emotional note expressing her gratitude for the success of her first project. Vaneeza’s post read: “My first ever project comes to an end, and my heart is full of gratitude. Thank you to the incredible team who made this dream possible. From the cast to the crew, every single person played a part in shaping this beautiful journey. I’ve learned so much and made memories that will always stay close to my heart. Grateful for the love, patience, and support that surrounded me every step of the way.” First watch her pictures:
Iqrar ul Hassan is a renowned Pakistani television host and investigative journalist, best known for his claim to fame show Sar e Aam on ARY News. The program focuses on exposing corruption, malpractice, and social injustice across Pakistan. Iqrar has raided countless factories, police stations, hospitals, and dispensaries, uncovering substandard products, illegal practices, and public service negligence. His fearless reporting once made him the most popular investigative journalists. However the show and makers faced a constant criticism that all the Sar e Aam shows are planted.
Recently, Iqrar ul Hassan appeared in the podcast of his college fellow Zohaib Saleem Butt. In the podcast, Iqrar ul Hassan revealed the reality behind Sar e Aam shows.
Talking about it, he said, “Who else would know better than you that such shows can’t be planted or staged. How can you assume that I caught a police officer and that he would be foolish enough to act as a ‘Corrupt officer’ just because the show is planted and I want ratings for it? What a ridiculous claim! Haven’t you seen the level of corruption we have exposed? You can watch any of my episodes, but you can’t say they’re planted. How many girls have we recovered from hidden places! Police officers and factory owners call the show planted because no one wants to admit their corruption. Naturally, their entire circle becomes your enemy because you’ve exposed people involved in similar corrupt practices. They’ll call you a blackmailer and accuse you of doing a planted show.” Here is the link to the video:
Bushra Ansari is a seasoned Pakistani artist known for her acting, writing, hosting, and comedy. Her versatile performances in hit dramas have earned her timeless fame. Some of her notable projects include Aangan Terha, Showtime, Udaari, Tere Bin, Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, Seeta Bhagri, Pardes, Zebaish, and others.
Bushra Ansari was once married to Iqbal Ansari, a renowned Pakistani television producer, with whom she has two daughters, Nariman and Mira. The couple parted ways after 35 years of marriage.
Recently, an old video clip of Bushra Ansari from Aik Din Geo Ke Saath with Sohail Warraich has been making rounds on social media. In the clip, the host asks Iqbal Ansari whether Bushra Ansari is a better wife or a better actor. Iqbal Ansari replied, “I think she has worked more as an actor, so she is a better actor than a wife.” Bushra Ansari, on the other hand, said, “Whenever I go out, he starts skipping heartbeats.” Here is the link to the video:
Social media users are sharing mixed reactions, with many saying that Bushra Ansari’s ex-husband is a typical desi husband who is always complaining about his wife. One user wrote, “Gaslighting! I don’t like the way this man is behaving.” Another said, “Yes, he insulted her, but Bushra Ansari handled it so well.” One comment read, “Men and their obsession with ‘sacha pyar nahi mila.” However, some defended him, saying, “Why are men always portrayed as villains in relationships?” A fan added, “Had this been said by Bushra Ansari, feminists would have ignored it.”
Nauman Ijaz and Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar are two big names in the Pakistani entertainment industry, but both have never shared a very cordial relationship. The two celebrities often speak against each other on talk shows. Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, however, admits that Nauman Ijaz is a phenomenal actor and once cast him in his project Main Mar Gayi Shaukat Ali, which starred Mona Liza, Kamran Mujahid, and Nauman Ijaz in the lead roles. The drama was produced by Rashid Khuwaja, who once ruled the film and TV industry with his hit projects.
Recently, Rashid Khuwaja appeared on Gup Shab, hosted by Vasay Chaudhary. In the show, Rashid Khuwaja revealed the shocking terms and conditions set by Nauman Ijaz for working in Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar’s project Main Mar Gayi Shaukat Ali.
Replying to the question, “How did you manage to bring Nauman Ijaz and Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar together?” Rashid Khuwaja replied, “It is a secret, it’s an interesting story. Nauman Ijaz had already read the script and he liked it, so when I offered him the role, he gave me a condition that he would do it but he didn’t want the writer on the set. Interestingly, he was recommended by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, so I put his condition in front of the writer, who accepted it and didn’t come to the set and that’s how we produced such a successful show.” Here is the link to the video:
Main Mar Gai Shaukat Ali was a hit ATV Drama serial, loved by millions of fans. Viewers loved Nauman Ijaz in a negative role.
Haris Waheed is a very talented actor whom people love for his subtle and natural expressions, the way he carries each character with perfection and his not too exposed persona. The actor has been a part of many good projects but his performance in Jaan e Jahan was praised by many. He was a guest on Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast and shared some unknown facts.
Haris Waheed revealed the kind of suggestions one gets when they are starting out in the industry. He has tried to remain true to himself and he does not do anything which he does not agree with. But one time when he was new, he received an outrageous suggestion from an Assistant Director.
He revealed that someone told him to get an injection to improve his body’s look. He thought relying on the gym alone would not be enough. He also suggested certain creams that Haris Waheed can apply and he will look whiter. The actor did not take any of it seriously and did what he felt was right.
Adnan Zafar aka Ken Doll is one of the most loved social media influencers of pakistan. He is from Faisalabad and he is based in Dubai now. He is loved for his Punjabi sense of humour, how open he is about his life decisions and how he tried to propagate positivity about everyone.
Adnan Zafar also shares his travels and adventures with his fans. He shared his Umrah pictures and how he felt when he got the opportunity to perform Umrah. He was emotional and the spiritual journey gave him a new life altogether. He was a guest on Hasna Mana Hai and revealed his religious side to the world.
Adnan shared that he is religious and he shows it on his Instagram. He never hides his reality. If he performs Umrah or Hajj or if he does charity, he will not hide it. He added that he also performs his regular prayers and he has a Tahajjud community. He messages everyday to thousands of people and reminds them to perform their Tahajjud prayers.
Lazawal Ishq is Pakistan’s first ever dating reality show. Hosted by Ayesha Omar, the show sparked outrage as soon as the teasers dropped. It was entirely shot in Turkey with 4 girls and 4 boys who were participating and they will try to look for the love of their life. Since then the show has come under a lot of scrutiny and there has been a lot of criticism and calls for ban.
Lazawal Ishq contestants were recently seen embracing in episode 14 and it has started a debate about the show again. A contestant Junaid was missing his sister while the other contestant Jannat was missing her mother. In an emotional moment they embraced and he even kissed her head as sh was weeping on his shoulder. The clip is now ging viral.
Here is what has started the whole wave of criticism:
The internet is not okay with this closeness. One viewer said, “If they want to play siblings, why are they on a dating show.” Another added, “They could have spoken and still maintained a distance.” One said, “This is besaharam ishq.” Here is the reaction:
Madiha Shah is one of the biggest names of the Pakistani film industry. She started her career on television and she later migrated towards films. she has worked in hundreds of films and she also performed in live theater. She is still loved for the fierce wife she played in the film Majajan. She is lively, talented and beautiful.
Madiha Shah was a guest on Wasi Shah’s show and spoke about her successful career, the love she received from not just Pakistan but internationally and the project she was offered from across the border. The star revealed that she was offered a big movie opposite Akshay Kumar which she rejected at that time.
Madiha revealed that she was offered Mohra which is still famous for that song Tu Cheez Bari Hai Mast Mast. She did not say yes to it and preferred to work in her own country. She was also praised for her stage performance by Shabana Azmi and Anil Kapoor’s father who came to watch the show back in the day.
Main Manto Nahi Hoon is a drama that was highly anticiapted due to its strong cast and Khalil ur Rehman Qamar, Humayun Saeed and Nadeem Baig coming back together. The show gained good views from the very start and everyone has been praised for their performances. Lately, the teacher-sudent romance has soured the initial love the show received but it is still moving forward and this week belonged to Shamraiz.
Shamraiz is probably the only one left in Main Manto Nahi Hoon who is working towards the “dushmani” they had for 70 years. He is now kidnapped by Binyamin who is torturing him. If Amritsaris say yes to a marriage between Farhad and Mehmal, he can be released but he is staying firm and did not beg Binyamin. Nameer Khan did a good job with performing such a strong scene.
Here is how Shamraiz is being tortured:
The fans of Main Manto Nahi Hoon feel for Shamraiz. One fan said, “Nameer is the highlight of these two episodes.” Another added, “He looks good even while being thrashed.” One said, “Outstanding performance.” This has been the overall reaction:
Hira Khan is a renowned Pakistani actress and model who gained fame after winning Miss Veet Pakistan in 2017. She made her acting debut with the hit drama Phaans. He other notable dramas are Mere Humsafar, Wo Pagal Si, Hum Dono, and Jhok Sarkar. She tied the knot with fellow actor Arsalan Khan in February 2023 in a beautiful wedding ceremony that went viral on social media. Together, Hira and Arsalan are considered one of the most charming celebrity couples in Pakistan’s showbiz industry.
Recently, Hira Khan embarked on a spiritual journey to perform Umrah along with her mother, husband Arsalan Khan, and close friends, actress Hina Chaudhary and her husband. The actress shared beautiful glimpses of her trip from the Holy Kaaba and Masjid e Nabwi. Hira looked graceful in her modest attire as she performed religious rituals with her loved ones. Fans admired her simplicity. Here are a few pictures:
Laadli is a popular Hum TV drama serial that aired daily at 7:00 PM. The story of Laadli revolves around a toxic daughter who manipulates the lives of her family members. Laadli is written by Seema Sheikh and directed by Irfan Aslam, it is a presentation of Gold Bridge Media and MD Productions. The cast includes Asad Malik, Bilal Qureshi, Sukaina Khan, Shameen Khan, Vaneeza, Arslan Butt, Ahsan Afzal Khan, Zain Afzal, Ali Afzal, Ayesha Khan, Seema Sheikh, Irfan Aslam.
Today, Hum TV aired the last episode of Laadli. In total, the channel broadcast 85 episodes of the drama. In the finale, Nazo’s evil plans were exposed, and her family abandoned her. She was ultimately left alone by her brothers.
Laadli viewers didn’t like the ending. Many are saying it’s one of those typical Pakistani drama endings where the evil character either goes mad or ends up alone. One viewer wrote, “They should have shown the whole family united in the end.” Another commented, “Nazo should have been shown going through an Islamic transformation, and the brothers should have reunited.” Someone else wrote, “Umar should have thrown Nazo out of the house instead of leaving the house.” One viewer stated, “Throughout the drama, Nazo was cruel to everyone, and in the final episode, she faced the same.” Another added, “We actually felt sad for Nazo in the end.” Read the comments:
Lubna from Sanwal Yaar Piya is played by Yusra Irfan, who is a young and emerging Pakistani actress who recently gained public attention for her important role in Sanwal Yaar Piya, a hit Geo TV drama featuring Dur-e-Fishan Saleem, Ahmed Ali Akbar, and Feroze Khan.
Early Career
Yusra Irfan began her acting career through theatre and continues to actively perform in theatre plays across Pakistan. She has worked with renowned actors such as Sarmad Khoosat, Simi Raheal, Sanya Mumtaz, and Salman Shahid.
Notable Television Appearances
Her notable television appearances include Shadi Card, Humraaz, Shiddat, and Sanwal Yaar Piya. She also had the privilege of working with acclaimed Pakistani director Kashif Nisar in Dil Wali Gali Mein.
Family Background
Yusra Irfan belongs to a well-off and educated family. Her father is a lawyer by profession, and she has shared pictures with him on Instagram. Yusra Irfan was also wearing lawyer’s uniform.
Relationship Status
Yusra Irfan is currently single and focused on her acting career. She hasn’t shared any details about her personal life on social media.
Maulana Tariq Jamil is a renowned Islamic scholar and preacher known for his gentle tone, wisdom, and spiritually enlightening speeches. He has inspired countless people, including many from Pakistan’s showbiz industry, through his heartfelt talks about the balance between Duniya (worldly life) and Akhirat (hereafter). His message focuses on love, humanity, and kindness rather than criticism or judgment. A few years ago, Maulana Tariq Jamil lost his younger son in a tragic accident. Many Pakistani and international celebrities often mention how Maulana Tariq Jamil brought them closer to faith.
Recently, Maulana Tariq Jamil met former film star Nargis in Makkah during their Umrah pilgrimage. Nargis shared a video on her Instagram, saying that she had first met Maulana Tariq Jamil in 2006, and after many years, she once again got the chance to meet him in the holy city of Makkah. In the video, Maulana Tariq Jamil is seen constantly gazing at Nargis, which has sparked severe public backlash. Watch the video here:
Social media users are criticizing Maulana Tariq Jamil’s behavior, with many referring to the concept of “Aankhon ka parda” (the veil of eyes). One user wrote, “I admire Maulana Sahib, but here I am speechless.” Another commented, “Why didn’t you lower your gaze?” Someone else wrote, “Maulana Sahib seems so into Nargis — eyes don’t lie.” Another user advised, “Please lower your gaze in front of women, as Islam teaches us.” One even referenced a song, saying, “I can’t take my eyes off you — tere chehre se nazar hatt-ti nahi.”
Mohra is Geo TV’s hit prime-time drama serial featuring popular actors Laiba Khan, Aagha Ali, Mikaal Zulfiqar, Syeda Tuba Anwar, and several other Pakistani stars. The story revolves around a simple girl who becomes revengeful after her sister Anoushay’s suicide, for which Sikandar, her secret husband, is responsible. The drama is produced by 7th Sky Entertainment, directed by Mohsin Mirza, and written by Tahir Nazeer.
So far, Geo TV has aired 43 episodes of the drama. The channel now airs two back-to-back episodes every Friday. The drama is receiving backlash for being stretched, but the track between Alizeh and Sikandar is engaging fans with many want Alizeh’s secret regarding Anoushay to be unveiled to Sikandar soon. A few viewers are loving Sikandar’s attitude as villain that despite getting defeated he has the confidence about himself. Watch Alizeh and Sikandar’s office conversation which was loved by fans:
Besides this, Aagha Ali’s portrayal of Sikandar is also praised due to his strong performance. Here is the scene from episode 42 which got the most praise:
Fans are loving the on-screen chemistry between Laiba Khan and Aagha Ali. Aagha Ali’s witty villainous character and sharp jibes are also drawing attention. Many also want to see Aagha Ali and Laiba in a romantic character. Fans are loving Alizeh’s trap she has set for evil Sikandar. One viewer said, “Poor Sikandar thinks he’s a good player, but the real player is Alizeh.” Another wrote, “Its strange! Alizeh and Sikandar talk so openly at home and in the office, without worrying that someone might overhear them.” One wrote, Laiba and Agha’s fight is getting really interesting. A fan commented, “I watch this drama just for Alizeh and Sikandar — their chemistry is really great. Whatever happens, Sikandar’s dialogues are so cute and his delivery style is amazing and wonderful.” Fans also loved his “Superman Family” dialogue, while many praised Laiba Khan’s excellent performance as Alizeh. Read the comments:
Ishrat Fatima is a senior PTV and Radio Pakistan newscaster who has served the media industry for nearly three decades. She became a household name across Pakistan due to her iconic 9:00 pm news bulletin on PTV. Currently, she is associated with Radio Pakistan. Ishrat Fatima is happily married and lives with her beautiful family in Islamabad.
Recently, rumours about Ishrat Fatima’s death went viral on social media. However, she has now clarified the truth and dismissed all such false reports.
Speaking about the incident, Ishrat Fatima said, “I was coming back home from Radio Pakistan when I received a call from my dear friend and colleague, Tauseeq Haider, who asked, ‘What are the news reports about you on social media?’ I got scared, thinking maybe something inappropriate or false about me was circulating, as I’ve always been very careful about my conduct and reputation. But then he told me it was news about my death. For me, respect matters the most. If the name I’ve earned remains intact, I’m content. News about death doesn’t scare me; instead, I await Allah’s call. I pray that when Allah says, ‘Now come back, your character in this world is over,’. Although I want it to happen peacefully. May Allah grant me an easy death. I also wish to perform Hajj in my lifetime, especially one for my late father, alongside my husband, Saqib Sahib. Please always keep me in your prayers. I am here because of Allah, my parents, and my fans, and I pray for all of you as well.”
Fans are relieved to know that the news about her death was fake and many are extending best wishes and prayers to the newscaster. Read a few comments:
Ali Ansari is an actor who people love for his natural acting chops and candid demeanor. He is married to fellow star Saboor Aly and they are both parents to a daughter Serena Ali. The duo has made successful careers and Ali has risen as one of the most loved star in the past few years.
Pakistani dramas have also been growing a lot since the last decade. YouTube has brought a huge new viewership towards Pakistani dramas. The billion views club and two billion views club are now the coveted milestones for every drama. Danish Taimoor has several dramas which achieved this milestone and Ali Ansari also had his shows Rang Mahal and Kaffara who reached two billion views.
Ali Anasri spoke about this on Hasna Mana Hai. He said that this is a huge milestone indeed as it is 1/4th of the world’s population. He has two dramas Rang Mahal and Kaffara which joined this club. He also agreed that dramas with a bad boy hero who eventually becomes good is loved by the audience. Fans like this masala story track and it gains views.
Yasir Hussain and Iqra Aziz make one of the most famous showbiz couples. They are parents to a son, Kabir Hussain and their beautiful family is seen out and about and exploring life through the two stars and their Instagrams. Yasir was a guest on Zara Noor Abbas’s show about parenting and had a lot to share.
Yasir Hussain revealed that he left his residence in DHA as it is a very closed off community. People live there with guards and drivers and children do not play together outside. He therefore moved to another locality and now Kabir has friends in his street and they all either go to the park to play or come to his house.
This is what he shared:
Yasir Hussain also spoke about what a real man is. He said when he saw a married friend of his carrying his wife and children’s bags, he felt he looked funny. He was not married then. But now he feels that only a man who has the ability to carry his family’s load is a real man.
Here is what he said:
Yasir Hussain also said that children learn from their parents. The basics of life which are used to live in society can only be taught by a parent. Any teacher taking a monthly salary will not teach you those things.
Fajr Sheikh is an actress who has worked both in theatre and television. She comes from a theater background and she has a strong foundation of acting. The young starlet gained fame after she starred as Beenish in the drama Qarz e Jaan. The show was hard hitting and she performed exceptionally well in her role. She has just started a new chapter in her life and shared some moments with her fans.
Fajr Sheikh got married in an intimate cermoney. She tied the knot surrounded by her friends and family. She looked beautiful in a maroon outfit while her groom chose black for the big day. Here are some moments of the young starlet’s baraat which she shared with her fans and followers:
Jama Taqseem is a drama that is winning hearts for its very strong content. The one track that is the talk of the town is the harassment of Sidra by her cousin Zeeshan. Two young actors are performing these characters and they both garnered a lot of appreciation. Zeesan is played by Elahi Bux Khan and this is his second project. He was a guest on Fuchsia and spoke about his journey till now.
Early Life & Education
Elahi Bux Khan aka Zeeshan from Jama Taqseem hails from Mir Pur Khaas. His family has feudal roots and they own mango gardens there. He always had an artistic bent and wanted to be an actor. He initially took admission in FAST in the IT field but he switched to NAPA after two years of his degree. Before he graduated from NAPA, he was offered his very first drama. Thus the switch worked out for him.
This is what he shared:
Taking On Jama Taqseem
Elahi Bux Khan shared that he was a bit skeptical that his character might look too negative on screen. Director Ali Hassan took him in confidence and shared that this character has layers. He is a harasser but the story will involve more things. He comes from a theatre background and he has performed both positive and negative characters there. He just wanted to make sure that he does good work and he knew television has a bigger audience.
This is what he shared:
Love For His Family
Elahi Bux Khan shared that he is a very family-oriented person. He is close to his parents and sister. He has a few close friends and he hangs out with them a lot but he is far closer to his family. He always shares all his grievances and thoughts with his family and they have been very supportive.
Shaheen Shah Afridi is one of the ace cricketers of Pakistan. He has been in the field for some years now and he has won several accolades. The cricketer is married to Shahid Afridi’s daughter and now he is a father to one son, Aliyar. He also shares moments with his baby boy with his fans.
Shaheen Shah Afridi welcomed Aliyar with wife Ansha Afridi a year ago. He has since shared his pictures and the baby also accompanies his mother to watch his father’s games.
Looks like Aliyar will continue his father and grandfather’s legacy. He was seen cutely bowling against his dad.
Here is the cute video shared by Shaheen Shah Afridi:
Fans loved this cute moment between father and son. Zaman Khan commented, “MashaAllah.” A fan said, “He seems to be a left arm bowler.” One said, “Chota sa bowler.” Here is the reaction:
Iffat Omar is a former Pakistani model, host, and television actor. She began her showbiz career as a model but also earned immense praise for her remarkable acting skills. Her claim-to-fame projects include Nangay Paaon, Ghulam Gardish, Mohabbat Aag Si, Aye Musht-e-Khaak, and Aangan. Iffat Omar has now taken a break from acting due to the poor characterization and regressive scriptwriting in current dramas. She often speaks out against shows that go against feminist ideology.
While Main Manto Nahi Hoon was already making headlines for its controversial student–teacher romance, Iffat Omar recently pointed out a particular scene from the drama on her X (Twitter) account, where students are shown protesting for Manto–Mehmal Nikah at a university.
Expressing her disagreement, Iffat Omar wrote: “Imagine our country’s topmost actor, actress, writer, and director behind this. This is the best of Pakistan.”
Social media users have shared mixed reactions to her statement. Many agreed to her and criticized the actors for being part of such a ridiculous script, while others defended it, saying “it’s just a drama.” Some even cited real-life examples of student–teacher marriages, whereas a few called out Iffat Omar for previously working in the regressive drama Aye Musht-e-Khaak with Feroze Khan which showed multiple objectionable sequences. Read comments:
