Ushna Shah has been the center of attention lately because of her acting in drama serial Balaa. She was on the cover page of gt Magazine and her pictures from the photo shoot look superb.
Here are pictures from Ushna Shah’s latest photo shoot.
Fatima Effendi and Kanwar Arsalan With Kids – Latest Pictures
Fatima Effendi made her first appearance on a morning show after her son was born. This was her way of making a fresh start on the new year.
Here are some amazing pictures of the beautiful family.
Exclusive Pictures From Ayeza Khan’s Latest Photo Shoot
Ayeza Khan has started experimenting with her looks a lot lately. In her latest photo shoot, she got a makeover from the well-known make-up artist Natasha of Natasha Salon.
Here are pictures from Ayeza Khan’s latest photo shoot.
Beautiful Latest Clicks Of Hareem Farooq
Hareem Farooq has undergone a massive transformation after losing weight. She looks great and is seen wearing stylish dresses in her latest pictures.
Here are beautiful latest pictures of Hareem Farooq.
Latest Pictures Of Sana Askari With Her Husband and Son
Sana Askari is an actress who is loved for her acting just as much as she is for her sweet personality. She is happily married and is seen spending quality time with her husband and son often.
Here are some beautiful latest pictures of Sana Askari with her husband and son.
Faysal Qureshi Enjoying Holidays With His Wife and Daughter
Faysal Qureshi also went with his family to Turkey on New Year like many other celebrities. Faysal Qureshi and his family look happy enjoying their time together.
Here are some pictures of Faysal Qureshi having a good time with his wife and daughter in Turkey.
Moomal Khalid Enjoying Holidays With Husband
Moomal Khalid like many other celebrities is enjoying the winters with family. She and her husband have gone to Turkey to make the most of the weather. The beautiful pictures of the lovely couple show how happy they are together.
Here are some beautiful pictures of Moomal Khalid enjoying holidays.
Reema and Shaan Shahid Sing At A New Year Party
Reema and Shaan Shahid attended a new year party hosted by Sahiba and Rambo. Their spouses also accompanied them. Many other notable personalities from showbiz were also present at the occasion. Reema and Shaan also sang beautifully.
Here are pictures and videos from the party.
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Baba Jani Episode 17/18 Story Review – Meaningful & Entertaining
Baba Jani continues to be pleasantly surprising, it does not have dramatic twists but is well-paced, it is simple yet very appealing. It also falls in the category of few dramas nowadays which can be termed as family dramas. Asfand’s maturity, his cool-mindedness, the confidence with which he solves every problem that comes his way and most importantly his ‘shortcomings’ make him one of the best male protagonists we have seen in dramas this year.
A Way Out
Asfand made an impulsive decision after Najiba refused the proposal initially but Najiba figured out that getting her son married to Nimra will reap more monetary benefits than she ever imagined and she changed her mind. Asfand has been shown as an intelligent man throughout therefore the fact that he decided to talk to Saqib instead of telling Naila what had happened, was something which was completely in line with his character. I was expecting him to lose his cool this time around but he knew that doing something drastic would hurt Naila more than anyone else therefore he made sure that Naila didn’t find out the truth. Asfand felt relieved knowing that there was finally a way out which seemed like the best possible option but Nimra wasn’t happy with this decision. The way Nimra’s thought process was shown to the viewers was the best part of the latest episode of Baba Jani. It is always good when you don’t have to wonder why a certain character is confused or upset. Although Najiba is manipulative and greedy but Omair seems to be a nice boy who is genuinely interested in Nimra. The most refreshing element of this entire development is that Asfand wants Nimra to study and is in no rush to marry her off. Faysal Qureshi acted brilliantly tonight especially because he managed to convey how much thinking and mental exertion went into being the mature responsible person who wanted to protect everyone.
The Best Scenes
Like every other episode of Baba Jani, these episodes too had quite a few scenes which were relatable as well as very well-put-together. Asfand’s conversation with Saqib, the subtle manner in which he put his message across and the affect it had on Saqib was covered superbly. The scene in which Asfand tells Nimra that she could stay in the house and everything else he had planned was also written and acted-out so well. The background score in this scene could have been better but overall it was such an emotional scene. Madiha Imam and Faysal Qureshi played their parts so well, They are also really well-suited for their respective roles.
Overall Impression
Every episode of Baba Jani has something substantial to offer. There are times when you feel that some of the characters completely disappear when they should be shown but other than that this drama never disappoints. The new turn in the story has made things even more interesting. Asfand and Nimra’s relationship and Asfand’s character continues to be the best thing about this drama. Apart from Faysal Qureshi and Madiha Imam, Aamer Qureshi’s acting tonight was right on point, loved those expressions in the end! Baba Jani is such a refreshing break from dramas which revolve around female protagonists who are most often either weak or too negative. This drama has given the viewers an extremely likable and unforgettable male lead and it keeps on giving us something to look forward to. The preview of the next episode suggested that Najiba might just tell Naila the truth! Mehwish will also make an appearance in the next episode.
How many of you watched this episode? Do share your thoughts about it.
Koi Chand Rakh Episode 22 Story Review – Much Needed Progress
Opening Thoughts – Much Needed Change of Scenario:
Ohkay so, this episode of Koi Chand Rakh changed the scenario with people turning in favor of Rabail which definitely was nice to see probably for the first time ever since the drama has begun. Even though the story of Koi Chand Rakh is nothing special but because I have invested quite a lot of time in it I feel like watching it right till the end.
Things Have Moved On:
Umair decided to bring his life back on track because he felt he had wasted a lot of time crying over his fate of not being able to be with Rabail. Rabail encouraged him too & his parents supported his decision. Nafeesa however continued to be annoying & it is too obvious that she still despises Rabail even after what Nishal has done with her.
Nishal can not stand anyone around Zain. She is obsessed & possessive about him to an extent of being paranoid that is why she slowly & steadily started talking to Zain against his mother & sister because she couldn’t tolerate the fact that he had any kind of emotional attachment to them. Nishal wants Zain all to herself that is why she twisted the entire scenario to turn him against his own family too. Now that Rabail has Gulshan’s support, Nishal made sure to use it against her mother in law as well to further prove her point to Zain that Gulshan was unhappy about his & Nishal’s marriage. Zain obviously loves & accepts Nishal the way she is that is why he just did not find anything wrong with her attitude & behaviour with anyone else.
Zia finally came to senses & wanted to rectify all that went wrong because of him. It was nice to see Rabail finally finding her own identity & not relying on Zain to complete or define her. Rabail has accepted the fact that her relationship with Zain has no meaning but still because she was still married to him, she continued to fulfill her duties as a daughter & sister in law which has finally earned her a place in Gulshan, Zia & Sobi’s hearts. Zain has created a life of his own with Nishal where there’s no space for anyone else but Rabail’s phone call did remind him that he had some other responsibilities towards his mother & sister too which made it obvious that he hadn’t forgottten about them but was just too busy pleasing Nishal!
Closing Thoughts – Poorly Written Scenarios & Characters:
The direction of Koi Chand Rakh continues to be bad & the actors’ can’t do much when the dialogues & the situations are poorly written too. When Zain came to the house all flustered & hesitant, Sobi uttered to Gulshan that Zain Bhai looked so happy? I mean either the characters in Koi Chand Rakh are blind or they are deliberately trying to insult the intelligence of the viewers. Also, a random thought that I feel like sharing, when Nishal called Zain & asked “kya kar rahay ho”, I literally thought the next thing she’s going to say is “ao mil ke makeup shopping karne jatay hain” because they both looked so pink & rosy & made-up in that scene, lol! Imran Abbas’s expressions when he tried to stop Nishal from misbehaving with Gulshan were so awkward. It seems Imran Abbas has forgotten how to act especially in this drama. Plus every single time he is standing or walking, he has clenched fists which makes it look like he is uneasy or something. Though this was Imran Abbas’s negative character after a long time, I had high expectations from him but I wish after the ‘success’ of Koi Chand Rakh he gives a serious thought to what kind of dramas he wants to do next. Anyways, I will say though that I didn’t have a hard time watching this episode because there was not much rona dhona that we have been seeing in all the previous episodes continuously. I am relieved that things have finally started to move on which means we’re headed to the end of this drama. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Koi Chand Rakh.
Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.
Aangan Episode 3 Story Review – Tragedies
Aangan Episode 3 Story Review – With this episode Salma’s track came to a tragic end, this episode covered how Salma’s death affected all the family members. Salma’s attitude through it all suggested that she was more than willing to accept death. She looked happy even though she knew she was dying. The timeline in this episode was somewhat confusing and the emotional scenes did not have a great impact because everyone looked ‘perfect’ as usual! So far, Aangan’s overall feel is a lot like Durr-e-Shahwar but the characters do not really come alive on screen. The personality traits and outlooks of these characters have been well-defined but their relationships with each other do not have an emotional impact. This episode was melancholic, apart from Salma, two of Aba Mian’s children also passed away but Ama Jaan did not change. Azhar (Mustafa Afridi) came back in this episode and it looked like he was the only one who felt for Aba Mian.
Reactions To Salma’s Death
Ama Jaan was shown thinking about her daughter in this episode before Salma died. This was the first time that the viewers were shown a softer side of this character. Ama Jaan could sense something terrible was going to happen even before she got the news of Salma’s death. Although she blamed her husband entirely for Salma’s death and no doubt he was also responsible for it but Ama Jaan conveniently overlooked everything she had done wrong. The way she treated Salma and her decision to abandon her altogether was the main reason why she ended up dying without getting medical help. Ama Jaan clearly runs the show, had she decided to forgive Salma, Aba Mian couldn’t have done anything about it. Ama Jaan is more controlling and bitter than anything else. Waiting to see if she will ever realize where she went wrong. The choti and bari bahus reactions were completely different from each other. Their conversation was meaningful since it said a great deal about their personalities. Although Mazhar is cold when he is with his wife but the fact that he was worried about Salma showed that he was close to her. The way Azhar did not have much to say about Salma when Ami Jaan mentioned her and the manner in which he completely ignored his wife and son showed that he was closer to Aba Mian than anyone else in the house.
The ‘Emotional’ Scenes
There were plenty of ’emotional’ scenes in this episode but they did not work for me. The scene in which Ama Jaan knocks on her husband’s bedroom door and tells him that he was responsible for Salma’s death was the only scene which was impactful. Other than that, Tonight when Mazhar went to meet Salma, the filminess of this scene killed its essence, yet again! Everyone in this drama is dressed up in a certain way, Subhan in particular has looked the same in every single scene. Even though in the last scene he should have looked like someone who was going through hell but his hairstyle and appearance remained the same. It is almost as if all these characters are wearing costumes and doing what needs to be done, which does not give these situations and characters that appeal which draws you towards them. The dialogue delivery is sometimes too slow and the ever-present sad background score is annoying at times.
Overall Impression
Some of the conversations and the situations in this episode were written beautifully but the scenes were stretched. Although, this episode had some of the biggest tragedies so far but apart from Aba Mian, I did not feel anyone’s pain! He did not acknowledge his mistakes but it did seem like he was suffering. I am glad Salma is out of the picture it was extremely difficult to take her seriously because of the way her character was translated on screen. Tonight’s episode covered few months and so much happened yet it wasn’t engaging enough. So far, Aangan is neither appealing nor entertaining but I am hoping that it will get more interesting in the upcoming weeks. The preview of the next episode suggested another major shift in the story.
How many of you watched tonight’s episode? Do share your thoughts about it.
Sham Idrees Wedding Pictures Exclusive
We are all familiar with the Youtube pair Sham Idrees and Froggy aka Saher. Yes, Froggy’s real name is Saher. The pair has gone through a lot of drama with getting engaged and not engaged, from being together and then separated. Finally, the couple got together a few days back as they got engaged. Sham Idrees and Froggy have also joined the ongoing wedding bandwagon and have finally tied the knot. Their wedding festivities started with an official engagement ceremony which has been followed by Nikkah.
Yes, Sham Idrees and Saher aka Froggy are now officially man and wife. The couple tied the knot in the presence of friends and family and what a beautiful couple they make. Froggy was a super pretty bride at both the ceremonies. The pictures are out. Check them out below:
Why Aangan Will Not Be Available On Youtube, Here is the Reason
Aangan is the most anticipated drama of the season. Since its announcement people are dying to watch it, all thanks to its cast including names like Ahsan Khan, Sonya Hussyn, Mawra Hocane, Ahad Raza Mir and Sajal Aly. The drama has finally started and people have fallen in love with it from the very start. One thing that boggled the fans was that the episode was not there on Youtube after it aired on HUM TV. Naturally, questions were asked and the news came out that the producers of Aangan re in talks with various digital platforms for its release. The big announcement is here and this is what HUM has to say:
HUM TV has shared the news on their official Facebook page and Aangan will not be seen anywhere but the television screens.
So, all the fans out there, note down the airing and repeat times and try not to miss any episodes!
Mathira Met With A Car Accident
Actress and singer Mathira met with a deadly car accident. The actress was safe but her car was badly wretched as it was hit by two tracks and got damaged badly. The actress posted about the accident on her Instagram story and also that she was well. She has sustained some injuries as she was wearing a neck collar in her picture but is overall fine looking at how bad the accident was.
Mathira has recently stated that how difficult time she has seen recently with her marriage breaking. She got divorced this year and has been spending time and mending her heart with her son.
We wish Mathira a speedy recovery and are glad that she was safe!
Aamir Liaquat’s Daughter Speaks Her Mind On Aamir And Tuba
The year 2018 is the year of celebrity marriages. Celebrities all over the world got married and we saw some really high profile weddings with Priyanka and Nick Jonas, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and here in Pakistan Feroze Khan and Alizey Feroze, Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt but the wedding that shocked everyone was Aamir Liaquat’s second marriage to Syeda Tuba Anwar. The news broke out when he mentioned his marriage in his general elections nomination papers. Recently, the couple had their Walima and have been showing up at many shows.
Aamir Liaquat’s first family, especially his daughter Dua has not shied away from expressing her grief in the situation and how she felt when Aamir married again. She has said this before too but this time Dua has clarified a lot of stuff. She posted the definition of the homewrecker and well, everyone knows whom she is talking about:
She called the ones targeting them bitter too:
Dua didn’t forget to thank her mother Syeda Bushra Aamir for all the love and effort she has put in Dua and her brother’s upbringing:
Recently Aamir Liaquat blamed on Sanam Baloch’s show that the words his children are using are not theirs. He implied that his first wife has turned the kids against him. Dua, however, has clarified that she is mature enough to have her own opinions:
Dua also expressed how she feels about the passing year in her new year’s message:
Well, we hope this year brings peace to Dua and Aamir’s family and may they live in happiness again and make peace with their battles!
Balaa Episode 35 & 36 – Story Review
Opening Thoughts – Full of Negativity:
Ohkay so, this episode of Balaa was again disturbing. I think the writer has crossed all the limits of showing negativity & I find it funny that she has made one character so powerful where she gets to decide who lives & who doesn’t. Again, Samina Peerzada’s phenomenal acting is one thing but I did not feel for Taimoor whatsoever. I think more than focusing on how negative Nigar is, people should focus on what’s happening to Taimoor & Co. only because of their stupidity. No wonder why a human being is blessed with a thing called brain & how it is given to us to be used so yes, those who do not use their brains get to face the dire consequences – at least this is the message that I will pick up from Balaa & reinforce!
Nigar Gets To Decide Who Lives & Who Dies:
Nigar cut Shama’s hair & alongside she cut her windpipe too because of which she stopped breathing & passed away, at least this is what the writer has shown so yes. When all of this was happening, I was just wondering about how unconvincing this entire scenario was where Taimoor left for Dubai. I mean after losing 2 sisters & seeing how his mother lost her senses, was it really THIS important for him to go to Dubai & leave his mother on the mercy of Nigar that too when he had already started suspecting that she was the one behind everything that was going wrong in his house. I think it was absolutely stupid of Taimoor to leave Shama with Nigar & on top of that expect that she will take care of her, that too when Nigar was full of excuses & had made it very very clear that she had a full time responsibility of their son Saad. Not only that Nigar even misbehaved with Shama in front of Taimoor so many times so what kind of royal treatment was he expecting that Nigar will give to Shama in his absence? Yes, on his own Taimoor did appoint Saba to take care of Shama but he could’ve moved Shama to Saba’s place, away from Nigar at least.
Nigar to koi supernatural being hai bhai, she gets to decide who lives & who doesn’t. She is the one wrecking people’s home on a whim. She is responsible for Saba Mateen’s divorce. She decided when Zeba, Saleha, Batool & Shama’s life should end. I think in stead of naming this drama Balaa, the writer should’ve named it as Baba because Nigar is this pohanchi hui cheez who has a full fledged control over people’s lives & deaths. I guess now Taimoor, Junaid, Zafar & Saba are left – 10 episodes more & all these guys will die too & then Nigar will be the last woman standing!!!
Taimoor hadn’t seen Shama, he had no idea where she was or what she looked like before she left the house but when he came to that hospital, he told the receptionist that Shama’s hairstyle was a little strange. Fail!
Zafar is left alone now that Junaid has gone to the police. Taimoor didn’t find out about it yet but looks like he will. Ohhh pata hai mai dar gai when Taimoor finally made up his mind that he will destroy Nigar & turn her into ibrat ka nishan. Matlab was he waiting for 3 women to die so that he could take this step? Why didn’t Batool’s death shake & wake him up. Bhai ye to self-imposed misery hai. Shama imposed Nigar on her entire family so nateeja ye nikla. Taimoor didn’t do anything that he was supposed to so he better not hold Nigar responsible for everything.
Closing Thoughts – Sick Joke:
Balaa has turned into a sick joke to be honest. I didn’t feel a thing because now the negativity has gone to some other level where it doesn’t even seem realistic. In stead of blaming Nigar, I will blame others as well for being too dumb-headed to not do anything the moment they started suspecting that Nigar’s intentions were evil. Too much hi ho gaya hai bhai. Please share your thoughts about this episode of Balaa. I’m off to watch a light-hearted Korean Drama & I’d suggest you guys do the same in order to come out of this depression that you all must be feeling after watching such a disturbing episode.
Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.
Iqra Aziz And Yasir Hussain’s Latest Shoot Among Dating Rumours
It was the year of Iqra Aziz as the lady has gotten to the list of top Pakistani actresses with her Suno Chanda’s success. Yasir Hussain, on the other hand, has also been seen giving out a strong performance. Rumour mill has been running since the past few months of Yasir Hussain and Iqra Aziz being a couple. The actors who are definitely very good friends have often been seen hanging out together a lot. Iqra was there for Yasir’s birthday and they even put her picture alongside Yasir’s on his birthday cake.
Well, no one knows for sure if the rumours are true or false unless anyone from the two stars confirm or reject the claims themselves but the actors have recently done a photo shoot together where both the stars have adopted a drastically different style from their usual. Check out the BTS pictures from the shoot:
Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain Got Engaged in Lux Style Awards 2019
Ahsan Khan Organizes A Grand Stars Gathering At His House
Ahsan Khan was the king of hospitality when the star arranged a gathering for all his friends at his house. Ahsan has been enjoying a lot of appreciation for all his work and his two big projects will be gracing the screens this year. Aangan, the most anticipated drama of 2019 is already garnering the star a lot of praises and we will also see Ahsan Khan in the upcoming Alif.
Ahsan threw a dinner and huge names of our country attended. Amjad Islam Amjad, Mian Yousaf Salahuddin, Tahira Syed, Shiraz Uppal, Resham and Saba Qamar were all present at Ahsan’s house and enjoyed their time a lot if we go by the pictures that have come out. Check out the photos:
Former Model And Now MPA Abbas Jafri Got Married
This passing year was a surprise in total as the Pakistani politics took a 180 degree turn and the government changes were drastic. Many new faces made it to the assemblies. People from all walks of life were marching towards making a Naya Pakistan and it did on 25th of July when PTI won the elections and showed surprising growth.
Karachi was a city where the election results were a huge surprise with PTI winning most of the seats from the city. Former model Abbas Jafri who has also won the Best Male Model two times at the Lux Style Awards also contested the election on PTI ticket and won his seat becoming an MPA in Sindh Assembly. The former model and current politician also got married recently and the couple looked extremely beautiful. Abbas’s colleagues also attended the wedding including Aamir Liaquat Hussain who has also won from Karachi and attended the wedding with his wife Syeda Tuba Anwar. Check out the pictures from the wedding:
Reema Khan, Resham And Sana Fakhar Spotted At A Wedding
The wedding season is in full swing and people are getting married in lavish ceremonies while some are taking the more simple route. The rest are busy attending those weddings and among those were the Pakistani film industry’s evergreen beauties Reema Khan, Resham, Sana Fakhar and Anjuman Jee. The actresses were spotted attending a wedding and took time to click photos together.
Sana Fakhar was clad in a floral dress cinched at the waist with a golden belt. Reema Khan wore a royal blue velvet shirt which she also accessorized by a gold belt. Resham kept it simple with an ivory Jora and her hair and makeup nude and simple. Check out the pictures from the wedding:
Sonya Hussyn And Zahid Ahmed In A New Drama
Two versatile powerhouses are all set to star together in a new drama together. Sonya Hussyn and Zahid Ahmed both have created an image for themselves where their names make you think that some good is ready to come out of the project. Sonya Hussyn is right now one of the most successful actresses of Pakistan with performances like Aisi Hai Tanhai and Meri Guriya to her credit while she is starring right now in Aangan, the most anticipated drama of the season.
Zahid is also a star who has established himself successfully. He is all set to star in a film now too. Sonya and Zahid will be together in the feature film Sorry-A Love Story which also stars Faysal Qureshi and Amina Sheikh in lead roles. The duo will be seen in the upcoming drama Ishq Zahe Naseeb.
The drama will air on HUM TV and will be directed by Farooq Rind. It is written by none other than Hashim Nadeem, the writer f blockbuster drama Khuda Aur Mohabbat. Let’s see what Ishq Zahe Naseeb brings for us!
Khud Parast Episode 14 & 15 Story Review – So Far So Good
Opening Thoughts – Still Going Strong:
Ohkay so, this episode of Khud Parast was quite intense & filled with power-packed performances. The direction of Khud Parast continues to be strong & so is the story line. Even though the story of Khud Parast includes a lot of plotting & planning, lies & deceit but while watching it today I realized that if stories like these are done well, they make a good drama.
Uswa Is Unapologetically Herself:
Even though with the passage of time Uswa is turning into a negative character & I do not agree with the direction where she’s headed but I will say that she still is a refreshing character in herself. I feel this way because Uswa is anything but a damsel in distress. Yes, she takes a beating from her husband, lets her mother in law dictate her husband too but she still is fighting for what belongs to her. Yes, for everyone including me, all the decisions that Uswa has taken are definitely wrong because she is not even coming across as loyal to Hanan but I like the fact that whatever her mental capacity is, she is fighting her battle the way she deems right & is making her own decisions. All of this definitely makes Uswa a twisted character but I will definitely commend the writer for giving us something new because we are definitely tired of seeing those dukhyari bibis who shed truckload of tears with the help of glycerine at their misery but no matter what she does, Uswa is a fighter. Uswa is unapologetically herself & she has not once backtracked. Yes, she fails to understand the intricacies of the situations plus she is literally playing with fire but whatever she is doing is what her heart tells her to. At least later when she will face the consequences, she will regret it herself but won’t put a blame on anyone else. It is kind of nice to see an emotionally & mentally independent & self-sufficient character. I find her completely wrong for cheating her husband but I enjoy watching her character because it is well-written & has so many shades. In the middle of Batools, Salehas & Nigars; totally black & white characters I like the fact that Uswa is a mix of both & is a phenomenally done grey character where at times you do understand her perspective but when see her from afar, you can pin point all the mistakes that she is committing.
I so wish Uswa would give Beenish a chance & try to understand her for once. Uswa has formed a strong opinion about everyone in this house that she can not even imagine someone would be different to what she thinks. Beenish guided Hanan as to how he should treat his wife but Uswa had no idea & there she was insulting her again. I wish Beenish opens up & clearly tells Uswa about how she has tried to help her time & again but then even she knows that Uswa will not believe her.
Hanan felt guilty but then Uswa was wrong in further guilt-tripping him by mentioning that she was at her mother’s house which is a lie. Uswa told Maria that she will go to any extreme to fulfil all of her wishes no matter how nominal they must be & this is the kind of attitude that will definitely put Uswa in trouble. She has no idea that she is playing with fire plus she knows how Hanan reacts yet she continues to take risks thinking she will never fall in a deep pit. Uswa does claim that she loves Hanan but it gets a bit hard to believe her seeing all the things she does behind his back. Hanan tried to compensate her with what she couldn’t even imagine but she again labelled it as a gesture that he made only because he has a lot of wealth with which he thinks he can buy anything. I did feel Uswa was partially right, Hanan hit her but then he took a materialistic approach to make her forget what he did because Hanan doesn’t know any better!
Bakhtawar continued to watch the entire situation like a spectator because she knows that her plan is in action. Bakhtawar silenced Zarina & all of her concerns by speaking about her sons’ business. It was sickly amusing how Zarina told Uswa that if this is what she gets in return, she should keep on taking a beating every now & then. Saad knows his mother a bit too well, that is why he told his wife Zoya that he decided to give Zarina a gold chain to later take the financial advantage. It is interesting to see how this borrowed wealth has given a rise to a different set of politics in Zarina’s house where everyone is planning one thing or the other for their own benefit. Uswa couldn’t stop reminding her mother about the money that she & her sons were getting from Uswa, obviously this was her way of telling her mother how she was feeling burdened with their attitude.
Adeel is the new thorn in Uswa’s way. First thing’s first, this is a done deal that Uswa has never once encouraged Adeel’s advances. Uswa has only stayed in contact with Adeel because she takes him as a friend whom she can confide in plus Adeel is the only guy who says what Uswa wants to hear that is why she is still friends with him but yes Adeel is now taking it to a different level. Adeel knows that Uswa is unhappy because again this is the kind of impression Uswa has given to him willingly or unwillingly that is why he is now pushing his agenda & trying to take advantage of all the details that Uswa has given to him about her marital life. It is pretty obvious that Adeel is not even sincere but she has turned into a challenge for him right from the beginning, so he will do whatever it takes to win that challenge & he might as well ditch her later on IF he gets a chance to be with her, which I totally see happening. Uswa did stop Adeel for now but it is pretty obvious that she won’t be able to ignore him for long because Uswa is someone who thinks the grass is greener on the other side. Uswa will start believing everything that Adeel says & she will assume that he will understand her but she will be mistaken. Uswa has not really encouraged Adeel ever but because she meets him behind Hanan’s back, he thinks she is quite bold & he is the type of guy who likes to play with the feelings of such girls because they fancy the idea of being with them for a while till they get what they want from them. Adeel is definitely going to turn into a challenge for Uswa & she will regret it later because now he won’t stop pestering her. No matter what Hanan has done so far, he doesn’t deserve to be cheated like this & this is Uswa’s biggest mistake!
Closing Thoughts – Well Written Drama:
Overall, I had a great time watching Khud Parast as usual. The characters are so well written & their personalities & traits are so diverse. The writer definitely has put in a lot of effort into all the characters that is why they all stand out in their own unique way. I always enjoy listening to the conversations in this drama because the dialogues are always well-worded & strike a chord. I think ARY definitely has done a favour on those viewers who are a fan of Khud Parast by airing its double episode because it is an added bonus. Khud Parast is a well-written, well-executed drama which has such characters that give you so much to talk & think about what they do. I must say, all the actors have made this drama what it is. There’s not a single actor who has not played their part well. Too good! Please share your thoughts about this episode of Khud Parast.
Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.
Deedan Episode 12 – Story Review
Opening Thoughts – Disappointing:
Ohkay so, it is amazing how this drama continues to disappoint week after week. The story of Deedan is not only poorly written but is quite bad. The characters have zero personalities & there’s nothing interesting about this drama. I tune to it every week in a hope that things might change but everything stays the same & they do not give me anything special to talk about. The lack of interesting scenarios & strong characters have made this drama a joke. I still am unable to understand why the drama makers wasted so much resources on a story like this.
Badly Written Scenarios & Characters:
Zardab & Resham ran away & the hell broke loose but what I am unable to understand is that they both especially Zardab was well aware of the consequences so why was he hiding with Resham in their hometown? Why didn’t he straight away take Resham to some other city where they would’ve stayed safe for the time being? Zardab did have a friend who helped him but I am not sure what was his brother Dilawar trying to achieve here? He knew that Zardab ran away with Resham so he should’ve just let them be. Why was he so keen on reaching out to Zardab? Even though the actors have tried really hard to stay true to the mannerism of Pukhtoons but their acting is quite bland because it is so obvious that they put all their energies into pronouncing the accurate accent which again seems meaningless because the story as well the characters are bad!
Palwasha made some decisions with the help of her friend Sara but she always falls weak in front of Alam Zeb as he knows how to control her & sway her emotions. Palwasha is simple minded but after being deceived by Alam Zeb time & again if she allows him to have a control over her then she is stupid. Alam Zeb has gotten used to the money that Palwsha makes as well as the luxurious lifestyle that they have that is why he makes sure has is in charge of all the wealth that Palwasha has. Again, this track is so so boring that I don’t see its importance in the story altogether!
It was cringe worthy seeing Resham & Zardab having cheesy conversations considering the fact that Resham was still someone’s wife. What happened with Zardab as well as Dilawar by the end of this latest episode didn’t really surprise me because both these brothers didn’t have basic common sense. In the setting that they belong, they knew really well that they’d easily get killed but still they chose to think of themselves as heroes which they weren’t. All those slow-mo scenes were cringe++ plus there was an absence of the thing known as acting. The director has actually tried really hard to make it all very theatrical & dramatic but he has failed actually. I wish they had used a better sound effect for punches because that’s the kind of sound that you get when you hit a fly with a flyswatter.
Closing Thoughts – Poor Editing:
Deedan has turned out to be a disappointment which was something that I just didn’t expect considering the kind of actors that have agreed to work in it. The editing of this drama is poor too & the story is worse because there’s nothing new or interesting that they’re showing. The director has relied heavily on the locations which definitely are easy on eyes but what can be done when the characters stick out as sore thumb & the story is bad. I wish Sanam Saeed hadn’t made Resham look so glamorous & made-up. In a drama like Sang e Marmar we all saw how the actors stayed true to their Pukhtoon characters by relying on no makeup & basic hairstyles but here it’s a totally different story. Resham’s hairstyles are a bit too well made for a girl who is on the run & her makeup doesn’t budge either which is why it is hard to feel for her character & she is the only one who doesn’t give an authentic Pukhtoon vibe & looks too modern despite trying hard. In one of the scenes where she was running, her joggers were in the frame too, lol. Editors should’ve done their job well. Also yes, Laila Zuberi has so much of experience at acting but it is actually amusing to see her how badly she has acted. Anyways, please share your thoughts about these episodes of Deedan.
Keep Supporting,
Cheers,
Zahra Mirza.
Ranjha Ranjha Kardi Episode 9 Story Review – Must-Watch
Tonight’s episode of Ranjha Ranjha Kardi was superbly written and executed, it also had some of the most important developments to its credit. This was a fast-paced and emotional episode which marked the tragic ending of Noori’s love story. Iqra Aziz’s phenomenal performance, an eventful and convincing screenplay coupled with Kashif Nisar’s skillful direction made this episode one of the best episodes of a drama which never disappoints. The emotional authenticity of Ranjha Ranjha Kardi’s script and the honesty with which this story has been translated on-screen makes it a must-watch.
Broken Promises and Dreams
Noori’s track was covered faultlessly tonight. The way her entire ‘struggle’ ended in giving her a bad name and absolutely nothing else, was shown extremely convincingly. Noori was so sure that Sahir will believe her that she left everything and went to him. Everything from Noori’s state of mind when she was in the car with Shoka to the hurt she felt when Sahir treated her just the way everyone else had all her life was shown superbly. The fact that Noori did something which was completely against everything she had ever believed in just to protect Sahir made her situation even more tragic. Noori and Ama Janate’s ‘goodbye’ scene was one of the best scenes of this episode. The little girl who played Noori’s childhood looked so much like the older Noori which made these scenes even more realistic. Sahir did not have a problem with going abroad using the money which Noori had given him but he could not feel the same way about Noori now that she had been to the jail.
Tonight, there wasn’t much of a difference between Sahir and Shoka! Sahir judged Noori the same way Shoka did, he also thought that Noori was a culprit and not worthy of his love of respect. All of Noori’s scenes tonight showed a lost girl who had been running after love and respect all her life but everyone in her life except for Ama Janate expected more from her than they ever gave her. More than anything else what attracted Noori towards Sahir was that he did not see her the way the rest of the world did but tonight all that changed. It is so refreshing to watch a female protagonist who is not allured by money or status. Even though Noori made a huge mistake but even all through this her self-respect came before everything else. Iqra Aziz’s performance tonight was exceptional throughout in every single scene.
Bhola Escapes Again!
By the end of this episode, Noori was finally back with Ama Janate because she no longer had any place to run to but Bhola managed to escape and was shown running after things which attracted him the most. Bhola and Noori continue to be lost souls, looking for a place to belong. The brief scene showing what Bhola’s mother was going through was poignant and beautifully presented. Noori and Bhola’s track took a turn which was rather unexpected because I was hoping that these two will meet when they make their escapes.
Overall Impression
This episode of Ranjha Ranjha Kardi fit the bill in every possible way. The performances were exceptional, the pace of the story was perfect and it was poignant throughout. The use of the background score was remarkable. All the actors deserve special appreciation for sporting looks which go perfectly well with their characters. Tonight’s episode belonged to Noori – Iqra Aziz. This has to be the first drama in which Iqra Aziz’s talent has been exploited to the maximum. Syed Jibran played his part brilliantly by breathing life into a character which kept you guessing right till the end.
The Preview
The preview of the next episode showed that Bhola will be back home soon. It also looked like Noori was willing to give in. It is impossible to predict what turn the story will take from here on but one thing is certain that Ranjha Ranjha Kardi will continue to be an amazing must-watch play.
How many of you watched tonight’s episode? Do share your thoughts about it.
Annoying Amman’s of Recent Pakistani Dramas
Mothers are such super strong beings that play a pivotal role in their children’s lives. Mothers shape the characters and personalities of their children and when it comes to supporting them, they do everything in their might to extend their support. No matter what but when it comes to her children, a mother can face any kind of a challenge but unfortunately, in our dramas, the writers have given us such kind of mothers who don’t do justice to their status of being one. It is not the first time but where the writers believe in writing the characters of damsels in distress, they also have abundantly written the characters of mothers in distress who are not only annoying but make you question the sensibilities of the drama makers all the time.
Here’s the list of some Annoying Amman’s who have graced our TV Screens just recently:
Shama (Balaa)
Shama deserves to be on the top of the list because of so many reasons, hands down. Shama showed how an annoying mother functions and what her attributes are. She is blind to everyone’s faults so much that she ends up destroying the lives of her own children. A mother like Shama believes in holding tight onto the relationships even if it costs her the peace of her own family members or at times, cost her their lives too. Shama was always mistreated by her brother in law Zafar but she made sure to bring his daughter in her son’s life completely ignoring the fact that her son Taimoor could not tolerate her one bit. Shama planned alongside Nigar to convince Taimoor for this marriage. Shama also touched a new level of annoyance when she chose to turn a blind eye towards her youngest daughter and allowed Taimoor to get her married to a drunkard. Shama did deliver a long speech on women empowerment but when it was the time to act upon those words herself, she turned into a stone hoping that her daughter will miraculously find happiness with the guy she couldn’t even stand. The writer has tried to make Shama look very majboor dukhyari halaat ki maari but the point is, she spun these halaat herself and bought misery to her home herself too. There is a difference between being God-fearing and being stupid and Shama is stupid. The only good thing about this character is that it is being played by Samina Peerzada because she looks ethereal and has acted such an annoying character brilliantly.
Tahira (Tawaan)
Tahira is one of those bigri hui ameer aunties who’ve got nothing else to worry about apart from her daughter’s shadi that too because of the societal pressures that she has imposed upon herself. Tahira was the kind of annoying amman who wanted her only daughter Maryam to settle down with a guy like Zaman who not only disrespected her but also ruined her life too. Tahira chose to have more faith in Zamaan than she had on her daughter who had a clear vision and perspective of life. When they took a family vacation to Murree, Tahira didn’t sit still and chose a random guy that she imposed on her daughter and forced her to get engaged to. Now that Maryam is happily settled with the guy she likes, Tahira can not keep her diamond studded nose to herself and continues to belittle Shehroz. I literally applauded when Maryam told her mother off by saying that she should stop interfering in her life. I am glad Maryam has a supportive father like Wajahat otherwise Tahira would have adopted Zaman and babysat him for the rest of her life!
Zarina (Khud Parast)
Zarina is the kind of woman who’d estrange her daughter over material gains. Zarina’s daughter Uswa shares everything that happens to her after her marriage and in stead of showing Uswa a bigger picture, Zarina entices her to take the wrong approach which includes a lot of lying and deceit that too with her husband. Just recently, after Hanan literally dragged Uswa out of her mother’s home, in stead of being upset Zarina immediately forgot about what happened at the sight of a gold chain. Zarina keeps on brain feeding Uswa all the wrong things and encourages her to lie to her husband in order to make his mother look bad. If Uswa will ever be throw out of Hanan’s house, Zarina would be equally responsible for it!
Ulfat’s Mother (Dil Mom Ka Diya)
This annoying amman unfortunately was hired to cry buckets throughout the drama. Obviously, she raised a little monster in the form of Ulfat so she cried out of guilt, at least that is what I would like to believe because other than that there was no justification behind her tears. She was annoying because even when she saw that Ulfat was wrong, shd would cry buckets out of sheer sympathy for her twisted daughter and blame others for misunderstanding Ulfat. Having a soft corner for your child is one thing but to be blind towards their mistakes is another. Also, her character was of such less important that she was nowhere to be seen in the last few episodes of the drama.
Salma (Dil Mom Ka Diya)
Since she was a mother as well, she secures a spot in this list technically. Salma’s character was annoying but what proves the points further is seeing how she raised her own daughters. Salma’s daughters had a couple of scenes in the drama in one of which they both were giving pep talk to Afzal’s second wife as to what she should do to win Afzal’s heart. That basically sealed the deal that Salma’s annoying aura and attitude was contagious and her daughters well and truly got contaminated because of their annoying Amaan!
Shabana (Tawaan)
I know Shabana’s inclusion in the list is partially justified because for most of the drama she was not in her senses due to being in denial of her daughter’s death. However, with a heavy-heart this week’s episode unfortunately convinced me that I should allot her a spot in this list because now Shabana knows about Mahnoor’s death but she is now guilt-tripping Shehroz for forgetting about Mahnoor and moving on in his life by getting married to Maryam. Not only that, she insults Maryam every single time and then presents a case in front of Shehroz. It is like Shabana is now holding Maryam responsible for Mahnoor’s death which she is not and she is turning Shehroz into a culprit in his own eyes because she thinks he should have wasted his entire life wailing in Mahnoor’s grief. I am sure she will eventually forgive Maryam and won’t stay the same annoying amaan but for now, let’s keep her here.
Nafeesa (Koi Chand Rakh)
She is one twisted lady who gave birth to another twisted twat. I am sure Nishal is the way she is because she takes it after her mother Nafeesa who herself doesn’t know the difference between right and wrong. Almost all the characters in Koi Chand Rakh are annoying but Nafeesa stuns me with the new levels of annoyance that she touches every single week without a fault. Nafeesa is conniving that is why despite knowing that her daughter is a homewrecker she was giving her tips and tricks to further wreck Rabail’s fragile home. Also, another aspect that makes Nafeesa an annoying amman is the actress who has played this role. Her aura fitted well in the character that she played in Yakeen Ka Safar but in Koi Chand Rakh, she seems acting-free with monotone dialogue delivery.
So, these are the Annoying Amman’s of the last season of 2018 that graced all these dramas with their presence. What do you guys think? I feel when it comes to writing the characters of mothers, the writers should shape them as strong, fierce and very wise personalities because in reality, all mothers are like that. Please feel free to add more such Annoying Amman’s to the list.
Zahra Mirza.
Iqrar ul Hassan’s Second Wife Celebrates Her Birthday
Iqrar ul Hassan’s second wife Farah Yousaf has worked on Samaa TV. She has a very good and understanding relationship with Iqrar’s first wife Qurutulain Iqrar and her son Pehlaaj. She is often seen travelling and spending time with Iqrar since the news of their marriage broke out. The two were married for about five years when finally the news of their marriage broke on the social media.
It was Farah’s birthday and she celebrated it with her friends. She was also seen dining out with husband Iqrar ul Hassan. She kept with her signature style and was wearing a simple red Kurta at her birthday party. Check out some latest clicks of Farah:
Asad Siddiqui And Zara Noor Abbas Celebrate First Wedding Anniversary
Asad Siddiqui and Zara Noor Abbas are one of the most beautiful couples of the showbiz industry. It was a whirlwind romance for both when they got engaged in the presence of their close friends. Sajal Aly played cupid for the couple and also was the one who introduced the two stars. They got married in a simple ceremony last year and then threw a reception for their friends.
It was Asad and Zara’s first wedding anniversary and they celebrated it with their friends. Zara’s Parey Hut Love co-star Maya Ali and their close friends Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain were also present at the party. Zara was wearing a white jumpsuit with neutral makeup and statement earrings. Saboor Aly and Saheefa Jabbar Khattak also graced with their presence. Check out the pictures:
Old Lollywood Gathers For Ghulam Mohiuddin’s Son’s Wedding
The Pakistani film industry has been progressing by leaps and bounds but before it came down crashing, there was a time when Pakistani films were hailed and the stars had an appeal all over the world. Stars like Sultan Rahi, Mustafa Qureshi, Yusuf Khan, Anjuman Jee and later Shaan, Reema Khan, Saima Khan and Moammar Rana are the stars that have given many memorable performances and huge hits of Pakistan.
Among all these stars was GhulaMohiuddinin and it was his son’s wedding. Many stars from the older Pakistani film industry graced the event and looked awesome and evergreen even after all these years. Shaan, Reema Khan with her husband, Shahid, Anjuman Jee and Moammar Rana with his wife were present at the wedding. Check out the reunion of old Lollywood at Ghulam Mohiuddin’s son’s wedding:
Aamir Liaquat Attends Family Wedding With Wife Tuba
Aamir Liaquat’s love for his second wife Syeda Tuba Anwar is well established now. He has been very open about his relationship and has defended it and shown his feelings on social media as well as in the shows the couple has been to together. So Aamir and Tuba attended a family wedding together. The couple like always is super happy to be together and that shown in their pictures.
Tuba as always looked picturesque and beautiful as she opted for a traditional gold and maroon Jora and paired it with beautiful jewellery and makeup. The couple has been so much in love and inseparable since they have gone public with it. Check out the pictures below:
Sana Fakhar Looks Like A Million Bucks At Her Brother In Law’s Wedding
Sana Fakhar is a beauty with brains. The actress has always ruled in each and every project she has starred in. It is the wedding season in Pakistan and Sana Fakhar attended her brother in law’s wedding. The diva rocked in each and every look she carried and looked super stylish.
She was looking gorgeous in an orange ensemble which she paired with a choker embellished with rubies and gold. Her black dress was a classy mix of traditional and western wear. She wore a teal blue lehenga wth gold work paired with a chiffon dupatta, a high neck blouse and accessorized with a gold belt. She has looked super pretty throughout the wedding and was a sight to remember. Check out the pictures from the function:
Aiman Khan And Muneeb Butt Honeymoon Pictures
The Pakistan celebrity wedding of the year has definitely been stars Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt’s wedding. The couple has been together for some time and were engaged. They got married finally and their fans were overjoyed with the news. The couple REALLY celebrated their wedding with a month-long function from bridal showers to Mayoun, Mehendi, parties and what not finally ending in a Walima. They then went back to their professional commitments and after fulfilling those went off to finally have a honeymoon.
The actors have both been having a lot of fun at all the locations they have visited together and have shared many photos with their fans on the social media. They have visited them all from the countryside to the big urban hubs and are looking pretty chill on this vacation. Here are a few more photos from Aiman and Muneeb’s honeymoon:
Asif Raza Mir And Wife Celebrate 27 Years Together
Asif Raza Mir is an actor and producer who has given many memorable projects throughout his career. He has always had a place of class in the Pakistani industry. Recently it has become a family thing since his son Ahad Raza Mir has made his debut and has made people his fans with performances like the ones in Yakeen Ka Safar and Parwaz Hai Junoon. Asif Raza Mir just celebrated his 27th wedding anniversary. His son Ahad also wished him on the social media.
Asif ad wife Samra definitely make a beautiful couple. Here are some of their moments over the years on the event of their 27 years together:
A happy wedding anniversary to the couple from our side too!
Hanish And Faysal Qureshi Attend A Family Wedding
Hanish Qureshi comes from a family filled with talent. She is the daughter of actor Faysal Qureshi and granddaughter of actress Afshan Qureshi. The family attended a wedding recently and they were all just looking stunning. Hanish Qureshi is a stylist by profession while all the other members of her family are into acting.
Faysal Qureshi has been busy for sometime \now. He recently has given two hit projects: Haiwan and Baba Jani while he is also all set for a film debut since the revival of the industry with his film Sorry- A Love Story which also stars Zahid Ahmed, Sonya Hussyn and Amina Sheikh. The family came together for a wedding as they took time from their everyday busy schedules. Check out the pictures:
Aim Baig’s Sister’s Walima-Pictures
Singer Aima Baig has been rocking her sister’s wedding function. Aima Baig’s sister just got married and the ceremony was all fun and beautiful thanks to the family who kept the spirits sky rocketing. Aima made her sister’s Mehendi a fair to remember as the singer danced and sang and made the ceremony all filled with entertainment and colour.
It was Aima’s sister’s Walima. The bride was clad in a silver bridal and looked flawless. Aima Baig herself opted for a gold and red ensemble. She kept her hair straight, open and simple and styled her look with a bold red lip and traditional jewellery. Aima has looked like a regal princess at the ceremony and clicked some pictures. Check out how she was rocking at the event:
Maham Aamir Celebrates Birthday With A Stunning Party
Maham Aamir got married to Faizan Sheikh this year and the couple has been enjoying the love since then. We have seen them together at shows and they are also often seen hanging out and travelling together. Faizan Sheikh is a very sweet husband and h always takes care of what his wife Maham wants and likes.
It was Maham’s birthday and Faizan made sure that she gets the best birthday party out there. So Maham got a star-studded birthday party. Maham and Faizan’s friends were there to cheer the birthday girl. Check out the birthday pictures from Maham’s birthday party:
Ayeza Khan Attends Her Friend’s Wedding
A lady that never goes wrong with her style is a true diva and yes our true diva is none other than the beautiful Ayeza Khan. Ayeza Khan is one of the most beautiful faces of the industry. The girl has always been the brand ambassador of beauty, modesty and grace. She has always shown the world that you do not have to go bold to look pretty. Ayeza Khan always wins hearts and catches eyes wherever she goes, all thanks to her beautiful persona.
The diva recently attended her friend’s wedding and she was looking oh so lovely at the ceremony. Ayeza opted for black and the dress was complimenting her to the nines. She kept everything simple with silver dangling earrings and a natural face of makeup. Her hair was tied in a neat loose bun and her look was superbly pretty. Ayeza wore black heels and finished her look with a tiny clutch. Check out her look from her friend’s wedding ceremony:
