Taana Baana is a popular Pakistani clothing brand known for high-quality unstitched and ready-to-wear fabrics. The brand offers a wide range of collections, including the formal and casual wear. Recently, the brand has launched its new collection named ‘Qurban’ featuring a unique photoshoot concept.
The brand conducted a special photoshoot with female models wearing the new outfits alongside freshly cut meat from sacrificial animals. Although the brand issued a disclaimer stating that none of the meat or other material used in the photoshoot was wasted, their marketing approach is receiving severe public backlash. Here are the pictures:
The brand’s creative team is getting severe public backlash for doing a photoshoot with meat. One wrote, “The photoshoot is awful, are they trying to sell meat or suits?” Another wrote, “Whoever came up with this idea lacks basic sense”. One commenter called the shoot incredibly distasteful. Another sarcastically said, “so they mean, we should wear these outfits and go to the market to buy sacrificial animal meat” . A user described it as the most useless marketing concept, while another remarked that it seems like an attempt to go viral through controversy. One wrote, “The creative head seems to be seasonal like many seasonal Qasa” Read the comments:
Arif Lohar is a famous Punjabi folk singer who hails from Punjab, Pakistan. He is also admired on the Indian side of Punjab because of his iconic “Jugni,” which went viral in India in 2006. He usually sings with his native musical instrument, which resembles kitchen tongs. His folk music reflects the culture of Pakistani Punjab. Arif Lohar has also gained recognition in the modern Punjabi music scene after his collaboration with Deep Jandu and Roach Killa for the popular Punjabi song “Aa Tenu Mouj Karawa.”
Arif Lohar recently gave an interview on the YouTube podcast Lunch with Lillas. In the show, he talked about his father’s success, his educated family background, and continuing his father’s legacy.
Talking about his father’s success, Arif Lohar said, “Some things are born naturally; folk style is one of them. It emerged effortlessly on its own from the Punjabi soil. My father was born in a small village, Achh. He was named Alam Lohar, who had an innate passion for singing and became a star through reading Saif-ul-Malook in his school. He first became popular among children, then he kept singing at various events and became a phenomenon. Some people come into this world to leave an identity or a legacy behind them; my father was one of them, and it is a gift for me to be his son.”
He further added, “It is an honour for me that I am his son..I feel proud to be associated with my father. More than that, I feel proud to be a son of Pakistan and of my identity as a Pakistani.”
Arif Lohar also revealed that he belongs to a family of doctors. He said, “My family is full of doctors. My nieces are doctors, my brothers are doctors, and one of my brothers is an engineer. They are all settled in London. They left Pakistan years ago and settled in the UK when my father was alive. They are all doing well and are happy. My case is different; I have always been a lover of my father. I had deep affection for him. If you love something, you go after it. Likewise, I loved my father and wanted to be around him. I used to feel incomplete without him. Even today, I live in his memories, but I feel happy when people associate me with him and say I am Alam Lohar’s son. I remember one of his messages: do not break anyone’s heart intentionally.”
Ayeza Khan is a gorgeous Pakistani television actor who boasts a remarkable Instagram following of 15.2 million. Her notable dramas include Chaand Tara, Meherposh, Chaudhary and Sons, Mere Paas Tum Ho, Muhabbat Tum Se Nafrat Hai, Pyare Afzal, Lapata, and Jaan-e-Jahan, Humraaz among others. Lately, Ayeza Khan has been in the news due to a shift in her public image from modest to bold styling. Previously, she was quite vocal about refusing photoshoots that required bold dressing, but now she is choosing more fashion-forward shoots.
Ayeza Khan was recently featured in a Honey Jewellers photoshoot. In the shoot, she wore a peach and silver embellished mermaid-style outfit paired with an emerald and diamond jewellery set by Hanif Jewellers. The pictures from the collection titled Nagar were widely circulated on social media. Here are the pictures:
Social media users criticized her outfit harshly. One wrote that she is extremely shameless and can do anything for money. Another said that modeling at this stage of life just to earn money, even if it means losing dignity, is disgraceful. One commenter mentioned that if everyone is criticizing her, she should reconsider, as people liked her for her modesty, which she has now lost. Another wrote that her husband has no self-respect and that money has made them greedy. A commenter added, “I once considered her decent but now believe people in the media have no shame and are ready to cross limits.” One comment stated that the image of being overly virtuous is over now, and since work is not coming, she is doing such things to stay relevant. Another said that she has completely lost her grace. Read the comments:
Sahar Hashmi is a well-known Pakistani television actress, recognized for her bold persona. She is currently appearing in dramas like Zanjeerain and Shaidai; one airs on Hum TV, while the other airs on Geo TV. She has previously worked in the dramas like Zulm and Mann Mast Malang. Sehar is known for portraying bold scenes with ease. Her drama serial Mann Mast Malang also made headlines for her intimate scenes with Danish Taimoor.
Now, another bold scene of Sahar Hashmi and Daniyal Zafar from Zanjeerain is sparking debate on social media, where Sahar’s character was shown hugging her cousin/fiance, played by Daniyal Zafar. Watch here:
Social media users are criticizing Sahar Hashmi’s back-to-back bold dramas and her hugging scenes with male co-stars. One fan wrote, “This actress knows nothing about acting but is always ready to be intimate with male leads.” Another commented, “It seems that Pakistani dramas now have nothing to offer except hugging scenes, and soon even kissing scenes will start.” Another drama viewer wrote, “Pakistani dramas are getting out of hand; they have become unbearable and impossible to watch with children or family.” Another user wrote, “Shame on this actress. In one drama, she is getting closer to Feroze Khan, and in this drama, she is hugging Daniyal Zafar.” One fan added, “This was an unnecessary scene. The guy isn’t her husband; he is her cousin, and this scene could have been skipped. Most of the fans said it has become a shortcut of Sahar to film bold scenes to grab more projects. scene Read the comments.
Afshan Ahmed is a graceful and talented Pakistani singer, known for her old PTV appearances in musical shows, advertisements, and songs. She rose to national fame with the timeless classic Mere Bachpan Ke Din, sung with Muhammad Ali Shehki. She also sang Bari Mushkil Se and Babla for PTV. Afshan Ahmed was also known for singing jingles for advertisements. Nowadays, the singer has distanced herself from music; however, she often appears on Good Morning Pakistan.
Recently, Afshan Ahmed was once again a guest on GMP, where she shared a beautiful message about parents.
Talking about it, Afshan Ahmed said, “I don’t like it when someone asks, ‘Does your father live with you?’ or ‘Do your parents live with you?’ I always reply, ‘No, we live with our parents.’ What can we really give to our parents? These are small things that we can do for them, and such gestures make their hearts feel full and happy. It’s a gradual process when parents become vulnerable, and we turn into their protectors. When my mother entered her early seventies and my father in his eighties, I made sure to design my house according to their needs. I installed bars in their washrooms, used rounded furniture without sharp edges, and got customized slippers. My parents cooperated with me—I asked them to use walkers, which they did, because a stick can be dangerous for them. This improved their quality of life, and they didn’t make it an ego issue. You have to handle parents with love, patience, and care. They don’t demand anything from us. You must be as careful with your parents as you are with children. Build your homes to be wheelchair-friendly.” Watch here:
Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt are two extremely popular and talented Pakistani artists who make a stunning couple. Both celebrities have established themselves as remarkable actors with a strong fan following. Aiman Khan has more than 12.5 million Instagram followers, while Muneeb Butt boasts over 5.2 million. Fans love their beautiful family of five, which includes their three adorable daughters, Amal, Miral, and Naimal. They enjoy celebrating family moments together. A few days ago, they shared glimpses from Eid and birthday celebrations, and now the family is on vacation.
Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt are currently spending time in Skardu with their daughters. Aiman looked pretty in casual baggy jeans paired with a black T-shirt and jacket, while Muneeb wore a brown casual shirt paired with dark blue pants and brown jacket. Amal and Miral were twinning in pink. Muneeb Butt has shared beautiful family pictures, captured in the mountains of Skardu. Here are the clicks:
Sanam Saeed is a big star of Pakistan. The starlet has been always loved for every role that she has taken on. From Daam and Zindagi Gulzar Hai to Main Manto Nahi Hoon and Kafeel, she knows how to impress everyone with her stellar performances. She hit it out of the park as Zeba in Kafeel. The show was a big hit and her character showcased reality of millions of Pakistani women.
Kafeel’s finale was nothing short of magic and fans were appreciating Zeba’s fairytale. Sanam Saeed has shared tribute to everyone from her cast and crew as she shared some sweet BTS pictures from the set. She looked ethereal in each and every look and she managed to impress fans once again as an Umera Ahmed lead.
Sanam Saeed thanked all her co-stars including Emmad Irfani, Aashir Wajahat, Munazzah Arif, Kashif Mehmood, Hassan Khan and her team who turned her from Sanam to Zeba. Her gratitude is overflowing in this heartfelt post. Check out:
Rajab Butt is a YouTuber and family Vlogger who is always in the news for one controversy or another. From cheating on his wife to fights and scams, he has been a part of many cases and he gets criticism on social media. His latest rant came after he was exposed by an influencer for messaging her while he is going through a divorce with wife Eman Fatima.
The said influencer Laraib Malik exposed Rajab Butt and shared how she blocked him right away. Since then Rajab had shared that he will reveal the reality of this situation.
Rajab Butt said that Laraib is not famous at all. She is a nobody and he reached out to her as they are looking for ambassadors for their upcoming cricket league. He disrespectfully added that he can buy 5 such girls and he will never message her in a negative manner:
Laraib Malik also did not hold back. She took to her social media and said what was on her mind without thinking of any backlash from Rajab fans.
The influencer said that she does not care about this situation anymore. She just said what was true and she has no remorse about it. She added that you approach someone professionally in a professional manner. You do not call yourself their big fan. She also said that you cannot buy me and all the information you have gotten is false. She exposed Rajab and said that she does not sell her family, neither she rents a big car and starts Vlogging on it. In the end, she will not speak further on this as she hates seeing her picture with Rajab’s and his fans can show their mentality as much as they want. This is what she said:
The internet is applauding Laraib Malik for exposing Rajab Butt yet again. One user wrote, “You slayed queen.” Another added, “Rajab se rejection bardasht nahin hui.” One said, “You are on fire girl.” Here is the reaction:
Aashir Wajahat is a young heartthrob who is receiving love and appreciation from his role as Subuk in Kafeel. His character was beloved and his talent was acknowledged. The actor is being discussed on social media and he is gaining praises. Meanwhile some netizens have noticed something and they think Aashir has an Indian doppelganger.
Internet thinks Aashir Wajahat and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan look alike. They are in the same age group and the internet finds resemblance between the two young artists. Aashir’s pictures and mannerisms are being compared to Aryan Khan’s and there is a debate if the duo looks alike or not.
Internet is having a debate and they are saying if Aashir and Aryan look alike or not. Some agree while others disagree with the notion. One user wrote, “I have been saying this. They both look alike.” Another added, “What is this inferiority complex. Do not compare our star to Indians.” One said, “They do not look alike. Aryan has a hot face cut while Aashir is baby faced.” Here is the reaction:
Jana Malik is a former actress and host. She has been working in the industry for a long time now. She was loved by millions and she has been a part of many positive and negative characters. She has been going through a tough time in her personal life as she shared some of her pain with the world.
Jana took to her Instagram and shared how mother is going through surgery. She shared moments from signing her mother’s consent form to getting her admitted and she also broke into tears as her mother was going through the surgery. She requested prayers for the surgery and she received blessings and duas from fans.
The internet and Jana Malik’s colleagues have sent her good wishes. One said, “May Allah grant your mother good health.” Another added, “Don’t cry sister she will be fine.” One said, “I understand my mother was also on bedrest. She will be fine.” Here are the prayers:
Durefishan Saleem is a new age star who last appeared in the blockbuster Sanwal Yaar Piya. The show had a big cast including names like Ahmed Ali Akbar and Feroze Khan in the lead. The drama received a lot of love and ratings remained high throughout its air time. Now, actress and senior star Erum Akhtar has something to say about behind the scenes issues on the show.
Erum Akhtar played the step and adoptive mother of Piya aka Durefishan Saleem. The star revealed how painful it was to work on the show because of the lead actress on Nadia Khan’s show.
Erum Akhtar revealed that the show was to end filming in 5 months but it took the crew a whole year to wrap it up. She had just 40 days of work and it also got stretched to a year. She said that it was Durefishan Saleem who was highly unprofessional. She used to cancel shoots, sometimes it was war, at other times she had to go for Umrah. She suffered through that shoot and she lost other good offers.
The production house behind Sanwal Yaar Piya, 7th Sky Entertainment has come to Durefishan’s defense as they stated that she was an utmost professional and they had a great time working with her. Here is the production house’s statement:
Director Danish Nawaz also defends Durefishan:
The internet is now embroiled in a debate. One user wrote, “If Erum Akhtar is saying this, it must be true as she never criticizes anyone.” Another added, “Durefishan has shared already that she spoke the production about her issues and they accepted to give her breaks.” One said, “The production should have managed this better if they agreed to Dure’s demands.” Here is the reaction:
Danish Taimoor is one of the most followed and celebrated Pakistani television and film actors, with 8.5 million followers on Instagram. He is known for his bold romantic roles on TV. His popular dramas include Deewangi, Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi, Jaan Nisar, Ab Dekh Khuda Kya Karta Hai, Sher, Mann Mast Malang, and Ishq Hai.
Nowadays, fans are praising him in Humrahi, and soon he will collaborate for the first time with Pakistan’s renowned writer Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar, who is admired for masterpieces like Mere Paas Tum Ho, Sadqay Tumhare, and Pyare Afzal.
The upcoming drama by Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar also stars Kinza Hashmi in a leading role alongside Danish Taimoor. It will be directed by the well-known director Barkat Siddiqui. According to Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar, the name of the drama has not been finalized yet. The drama is expected to air on Geo TV.
Danish Taimoor’s fans are excited about his upcoming venture, with many speculating that he may portray a negative character in the drama. Kinza Hashmi’s fans are also happy to see her working with big names. Read the comments:
The details were shared by Dr. Ejaz Waris after his conversation with Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar. Watch the video:
Bushra Ansari is a senior Pakistani television and film artist, admired for her excellent acting, writing, singing, and hosting skills. Fans also love her comedy. Recently, her hit dramas like Tere Bin, Dekh Zara Pyar Se, Very Filmi, and Kabhi Mein Kabhi Tum have been well received by audiences. Fans especially loved her in the Ramzan drama Dekh Zara Pyar Se. She is currently appearing in Geo TV’s hit drama Shaidai.
Recently, Bushra Ansari appeared on Har Lamha Purjosh, where she gave a detailed statement about her viral mimicry.
Replying to Waseem Badami’s question, “You were unhappy with your recent viral mimicry. People asked why you minded it when you yourself have done it in the past,” she said, “I have done mimicry of three beautiful women. I won’t praise myself, but I mimicked their looks and singing styles perfectly. It was beautiful; it was not mean. I copied Salma Aagha, Mussarat Nazir, Madam Noor Jahan and Tahira Syed as per their calibre. The portrayal was funny, and I made no personal attacks. There was nothing mean or derogatory in it. It was unlike some transgenders copying female actresses. Also, the words used by him were cheap, and the script was rude. I praised Veena Malik because she portrayed me perfectly. Veena was also surprised to hear my praise. She said she had been bashed by other artists but was appreciated by me. But that’s true—I have a big heart. Likewise, I didn’t mimic Naheed Akhtar because I knew I couldn’t copy her style. I tried but rejected it myself. But this was below the belt; it was bad, and the performance was poor.”
Here is the viral mimicry of Bushra Ansari by Waheed Lala:
Iffat Omar is a multi-talented Pakistani model, host, and actor. She began her showbiz career as a model in her teens but later switched to acting and established herself as a fine performer. 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 poor characterization and regressive scriptwriting in current dramas. She is known for her blunt personality and openly talks about her age, background, and her parents’ divorce.
Recently, in her podcast, Iffat Omar opened up about her struggles with finances and being judged for her looks and successful career.
Talking about it, Iffat Omar said, “My living was quite simple. I come from a very poor background, but I went to a good school. I had a very dark complexion, which was not considered acceptable, but I rose with that complexion and stood among the same people. I wasn’t fair, I didn’t have an affluent background, and I was living without a father. These insecurities pushed me into modeling. It surprised people that an extremely tanned girl could be a model too. Then I met a good person and got married. People even bet on it, saying the marriage wouldn’t work for more than six months, but I survived it. So somehow, my growth with this background surprised people and some did not like it” Here is the link to the video:
Kafeel was a hit ARY Digital drama serial which gained good TRPs and views because of its relatable household storyline. The public resonated with Zeba’s story, who suffered a lot in her marriage and later ended up remarrying her first love, Jamal. Her son Subuk played an important role in making her second marriage possible. The internet has now found the real-life inspiration behind Kafeel.
Last year in January, a Pakistani boy named Abdul Ahad arranged his mother’s nikah and garnered appreciation for his thoughtful gesture. Fans have reshared that video and believe that Kafeel may have drawn inspiration from this real-life incident. Here is the video:
Social media users have been debating Kafeel’s real-life inspiration. One wrote, “Yes, this guy came to my mind; he is the real Subuk.” Another wrote, “I was sure the story was based on him, but I didn’t remember his name.” Another said, “For those who don’t know, he arranged his mother’s nikah.” One comment read, “Pakistani dramas often take real-life inspiration without consent.” Another said, “He was on my mind as soon as the second half of the drama started.” Almost all viewers said they remembered Abdul Ahad after watching Zeba and Jamal’s nikah. Abdul Ahad also texted on the post and thanked the netizens to remember his act. Read the comments:
Mishi Khan is a well-known Pakistani television actor, host, and social activist, admired for her versatile acting performances in hit PTV classics such as Ajaib Khana, Tipu Sultan, Saat Pardon Main, Khala Khairan, Landa Bazaar, and Uroosa. She rose to prominence through Uroosa, which earned her timeless fame. Apart from acting, Mishi Khan has also been hosting one of the longest-running morning shows on K2 TV. She is a vocal celebrity who frequently raises her voice against social injustices.
Recently, Mishi Khan posted a video appealing to the Pakistan Army regarding an evacuation notice issued for a residential building near Serena Hotel, Islamabad.
Mishi Khan said, “Share my message as it is urgent. There is a residential building right opposite Serena Hotel, named Constitution 1, which was raided by police last night. The police have urgently ordered the residents to evacuate the building overnight without giving them enough time. All the residents are worried. Today is Labour Day; how do you think people can move out within a day without labourers and even a single loading lift? The police are literally sitting there waiting for them to evacuate. How can you order them to vacate in one day?”
She further added, “My very good friend Ghazal Kaifi, a talented Pakistani actor, is also there and is very worried. They are going through a very tough time and mental stress. I appeal to Mohsin Naqvi to look into this matter. My appeal to the Pakistan Army is to please give them time. How can one loader handle the evacuation of the whole building? At least a one-month notice should be given.”
Ghazala Kaifi has thanked her Uroosa co-star Mishi Khan for standing by her during her difficult times. Multiple other people are also appealing to the authorities to give the residents at least one month’s time to vacate the building. Here are the comments:
Havi aka Abdul Rehman Sajid is a Gen Z superstar and a singer whose voice has charmed millions. He has sang some of the classics and fans love him. His stage presence is confident and he always interacts beautifully with all his fans. The singer sat for an interview with Fuchsia and spoke about his relationship with his family.
Havi spoke about having a strained relationship with his parents previously and he shared how he dealt with it. He also advised people who have gone through similar situations to grow and shared his story so they can also understand how to move on.
The singer shared that he shared that he at once had a strained relationship with his parents so people know things happen. He then added that his parents were very young when they had him. They were also learning and therefore did not understand what being a parent entailed. He shared that you do not actually separate from your family. You understand, learn and grow from it. He now has a beautiful relationship with his other and sister and he adores them.
Erum Akhtar is a senior actress who has been working in the industry for some time now. She has appeared in many big dramas and she always manages to impress everyone. The actress is also very eloquent and intelligent and she always manages to express her thoughts very clearly. She has spoken about how younger stars have started losing respect for their seniors.
Younger stars are often called out nowadays for not respecting their seniors. Many senior artists have shared how the younger lot does not respect timings, they do not have professionalism and they never care about the senior stars who are their collegaues and have far more experience than them.
Erum Akhtar said that they always respected their seniors and learnt from them. But the younger lot is not doing it. They are seeing how being disrespectful and doing all the wrong things is awarded in this world and thus they have also forgotten to respect seniors. But the younger lot needs to learn to respect their senior collegaues.
Saheefa Jabbar Khattak shifted to Canada sometime back and she is now living between Canada and Pakistan. She is not too fond of dramas, and therefore she started her business journey. She opened a pizzeria and her restaurant videos started going viral. She has been creating constant controversies in order to do marketing and she is proud of it.
Another new controversy has been going on regarding her outfit choice. Saheefa Jabbar was spotted wearing a mini skirt at a public promotion and people criticized her. Since then she is constantly posting her pictures in shorts for clout. She has stated that she is using her fame to market her business and she is getting a lot of traction and visibility.
She has now posted a story on her Instagram that when she will be on her death bed, she will be happy that she did everything which she wanted to do in her life. Here is what she posted:
The internet does not believe in this approach at all. They are calling out Saheefa Jabbar’s life approach. One said, “Do you even understand what death bed is. This is not what you will worry about.” Another added, “Deen is what you should worry about.” One said, “So wearing shorts is your life goal.” This is the criticism:
Fiza Ali is an actress, singer and host who is known for her stunts on the media. She is currently in the news for her marriage to Ejaz Khan and the romantic videos the duo keeps on posting, in addition to him picking her up in her show. Now, she is back and she conducted a special show for Labour Day as it is May 1st.
Fiza Ali was seen with a shovel as she has invited labourers from different fields to thank them today. She shot a special reel where she posed them alongside herself and gave a message. The reel is now getting attention and public has a lot to say.
The internet thinks she is using these labourers for views. One user wrote, “You should have asked them to dress up like normal guests. What is this behaviour for views.” Another added, “Content making is an art which only Fiza knows.” One said, “It would have been nicer if you genuinely appreciated them and not just for views and ratings.” Here is the criticism:
Rajab Butt is a YouTuber and family Vlogger primarily known for his controversies. People follow him and he receives both a lot of love as well as backlash from the audience. He is going through a divorce and at the same time, he was seen DMing a girl Laraib Malik. As usual Rajab does not back down and it looks like that is again going to be his strategy to deal with this controversy.
Laraib Malik is a fashion and lifestyle influencer. She shared on her Instagram how Rajab Butt tried to message her with a “big fan” and she straight away blocked him. She received applause for not entertaining his message. She also proved that it was actually Rajab who had messaged her, and she was the one who blocked him.
Rajab Butt as usual is not feeling ashamed, rather he is feeling proud.
Rajab Butt said that he is proud of himself that his one message made a girl famous who was previously unknown. Here is his reaction to the whole controversy:
The internet is calling him out once again. One user wrote, “He is completely illiterate.” Another added, “Why are you proud of yourself?” One said, “Yes he will give further details after asking a script writer to write a story for him.” Here is the reaction:
Kafeel was a social issue-based drama with a stellar cast and crew. The celebrated writer Umera Ahmed made her television comeback with the show. Meesam Naqvi, famous for giving plays like Mayi Ri and Parwarish, took the director’s seat for this one. Sanam Saeed and Emmad Irfani were the lead actors for this show. After many twists and turns and a huge time leap, the show finally ended with a fantastic finale.
The drama dealt with the topic of kafalat, a Muslim woman’s right to maintenance and financial support from her husband. This is a basic right of a Muslim wife, and she can raise her voice against her husband if she is not receiving her due rights. Kafeel has taught the audience several lessons and started debates that society needed.
Here are the lessons that Kafeel gave us:
Father & Brother – Supporters Not Rivals
Kafeel is the story of Zeba, but it is not just about one Zeba. This is the story of millions of women around us who suffer throughout their lives under the pressures of society. In most cases, the men in these women’s lives, including fathers and brothers, are generally obsessed with “Ghairat”. But in Zeba’s case. Her father and brother provided her support nd stood with her. The father and brother demonstrated what these relationships truly represent. The positive portrayal of these two relationships is a win for Kafeel.
A Mother’s Power Over Your Life
Munazzah Arif played the role of Zeba’s mother in Kafeel. If we look at everything with a clear mind, it was Zeba’s mother who caused all her suffering through her hasty decisions. A mother can make or break a daughter’s fate in a desi household, as she is the closest confidant a daughter has. Zeba’s plight began because her mother never supported her, and the drama effectively illustrated how mothers can become toxic due to the mindset they have adopted from society.
Kafaalat – The Pillar Of A Marriage
Kafeel talked about a very overlooked part of a marriage, i.e., Kafaalat. Unfortunately, Pakistani dramas have become all about who is in love with whom. The hero is generally a billionaire, though his work is never explained. But in Kafeel, we saw a real post-marriage problem. A man who does not financially support his family. He does not do kafalat for his wife and kids. They suffer, and they get judged by society despite being victims. Jami showed the reality of millions of men in our society who never take financial responsibility for their families.
Family Planning
Kafeel received a huge amount of criticism when the time leap came. Zeba had four kids with a very irresponsible man. People kept asking why you would have four children when your husband is so irresponsible. The track shows how women and even men do not educate themselves about family planning. This has led to a population boom in the country, and now we have fewer resources and more mouths to feed. The show is showing us the importance of planning a family according to your circumstances.
Log Kya Kaheinge
The mentality of “Log Kya Kaheinge” has ruined countless lives in this country. The curse runs through generations, and it happened to Zeba in Kafeel. First, her mother hastily got her married as she was scared of her daughter liking a boy. She then kept ruining her life and did not help her get out of that relationship. She was in the end going to ruin her life again as she rejected Jamal’s proposal due to society’s fear. It was Zeba’s brother who made her see reason, and he cared more about her sister than about society.
Importance Of Showing Green Flag Men
Kafeel brought the biggest red flag on screen, aka Jamshed/Jami. At the same time, we got to see the biggest green flag in the form of Subuk. That character was the perfect portrayal of many middle-class young men of today. Through Subuk, gentle and caring men also got representation on television. Subuk was a good son, a good brother, a good friend, and a man with a heart. It became the most appreciated character in the drama, and it shows how the audience still prefers a sane and kind man in place of toxic heroes with zero accountability.
Divorce Is Not The End
In Pakistani society, divorce is still the end of life for a woman. Kafeel dismissed this. With the stories of women like Sumaira and Zeba, the drama spoke about how Islam facilitates and encourages women to find good matches, regardless of their ages. Watching Zeba find happiness again resonated with countless divorced women, and in a Muslim country, marrying after divorce needs to be normalised.
Marriage In Old Age
Kafeel broke another stereotype of Pakistani dramas where couples are always teenagers or young graduates. Here we saw older people finding love in their lives. Love is a blessing, and it can come to you at a later stage in life. You do not always have to fall in love at 18. For some, the age is 48, and that is both okay and acceptable.
Women Can Also Be Toxic
Jami was hands down the most toxic character in Kafeel, but Warda was no less. She ruined Saif’s life and did not let him have a single moment of peace. Her track showed that women are equally capable of turning a relationship sour and spreading toxicity in the household. In a world where only male characters are villainised for the most part, Warda’s track was important.
Money Is Not Everything
Though Kafeel is about the importance of finances in marriage, it also shows how money is not the ultimate happiness. This is something that was shown in two generations. Zeba was married off to Jami because he looked khandani ameer, and his family was doing okay. But her marriage was toxic. On the other hand, Daneen’s father chose a struggling Subuk for his daughter without caring about his social status because he was a responsible man. Thus, the importance of money is shown, but the importance of character is not lost.
What other lessons do you think Kafeel taught us? Share with us!
Taha Akram is a well-known Pakistani YouTuber, popularly recognized for his sarcastic comedy videos on YouTube. He has 1.63 million subscribers on his official YouTube channel, Taha Official Shorts, and also enjoys a strong following of 36,000 followers on Instagram. Recently, the YouTuber shared a video in which he claimed to highlight the alleged hidden reality of an Edhi Child Home, a well-known shelter for children established by Abdul Sattar Edhi. Following this, he was later forced to issue an apology video, after which his Instagram account was reportedly suspended.
Taha Akram’s Instagram account was allegedly reported, after which it was suspended. He recently shared a video in which he discussed the suspension of his account by Instagram.
In the video, Taha Akram said, “Assalamu Alaikum viewers, you can see my condition. My account was suspended at 11 pm last night. Although I have recovered it now, it is still unclear why the suspension happened. Please follow me and also suggest whether I should make another account. By the grace of Almighty Allah, I have got my account back, but in case it gets suspended again, let me know if I should create another account. Watch the video here.”
Social media users have expressed concern over his account suspension, with many saying it was the price he paid for speaking out. They also urged him to continue raising his voice and to create another backup account. Many are praying for his protection from the mafias. Read the comments here:
Sarwat Gilani is a versatile Pakistani TV and film actor known for her excellent choice of roles. She has starred in hit dramas like Azar Ki Ayegi Baraat, Mere Dard Ko Jo Zuban Miley, Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan, Zakhm, Mata-e-Jaan Hai Tu, Mann Piyasa, Seeta Bagri, and Khasara. Sarwat is also known for her impactful performances in the hit Pakistani films Jawani Phir Nahi Aani 1 and 2. She was recently praised in ARY Digital’s drama series Biryani.
Recently, Sarwat Gilani appeared on Good Morning Pakistan, where she discussed parenting roles in detail.
Talking about mothers showing anger toward their children, Sarwat Gilani said, “Most women become strict and show emotional outbursts because they are taking care of their child from morning. Such angry behaviour comes when a mother spends the entire day with her child, constantly asking them to study, eat, work hard, do homework, and get good grades, while the child keeps resisting. At the end of the day, the mother’s patience also runs out. This is often the time when the husband returns home, so what he sees is only her outburst, but he does not see what she has gone through the whole day. If parents reverse their roles, I am sure most men would give up within a few minutes. They cannot deal with children for a whole day. So first, appreciate your wives for their patience and hard work, and pamper them, embrace them, and encourage them in front of your children. Tell them you are super proud of her and her efforts in parenting.”
Talking about trauma-bonded fathers, Sarwat Gilani said it is important for both parents to be on the same page. A father’s parenting style often comes from his own upbringing. She said a father’s bond with his mother can influence his role as a parent. Fathers who are emotionally or physically absent from their children often come from families where their own fathers were absent during childhood, or where their parents had a strained relationship. In some cases, the mother may have spoken negatively about the father and made the son her emotional support system, turning him into her protector. Such sons tend to spend more time with their mothers, become overly protective, and may develop feelings of hostility or resentment toward their fathers which affect their role as father in the future.
Iqrar Ul Hassan has become the most talked-about or notorious Pakistani celebrities following his controversial behaviour with staff at Lahore Airport. The incident surfaced online when the former TV host was returning from Malaysia with his family. A video of Iqrar is widely circulating on social media which shows him arguing with and shouting at airport security personnel regarding his political affiliation. The clip quickly went viral, sparking widespread discussion across digital platforms. Multiple actors, influencers and social media users are discussing it with a majority criticizing him.
Recently, another senior Pakistani actor Shamoon Abbasi gave advice to Iqrar ul Hassan in detail in his video.
While giving advice to Iqrar ul Hassan, Shamoon Abbasi said, “Let’s assess the ongoing controversy surrounding Iqrar ul Hassan. Obviously, we all live in this country so we are all watching his videos on social media. Now, Iqrar, you are like a younger brother to me. If this video reaches you, remember that I personally respect what you have done in the past—the bravery you showed while exposing corruption and other issues in our country. The way you exposed mafias takes a lot of hard work, and you have to put yourself at great risk during that process. For that, I have great respect for you, and I always will. But my brother, you should have dealt with this situation differently. Whatever that person said to you, you should have shown patience, especially since you are now talking about becoming a leader for 250 million people. Within those 250 million people, patience has already worn thin, and there is a lot of polarization. We are criticizing each other every day. Some people support one leader, while others support someone else—these are the issues. You should have simply made a video of the situation. You could have asked him to repeat his words on camera—he either would have done so or refused. You could have smiled, included him in your video with kindness, and said, ‘My friend, as a leader, I will try to one day make a place for myself in your heart. I will work to meet your expectations so that tomorrow you, your family, your acquaintances, and your friends can raise your voices for me or vote for me. You did show anger and public didn’t agree with you, politics is the name of diplomacy which failed to show in your demeanor’” Watch here:
Alizeh Shah is a renowned Pakistani television artist who rose to prominence at the early age of sixteen. Her most hit projects include Ehd-e-Wafa, Dil Mom Ka Diya, Ishq Tamasha, Mera Dil Mera Dushman, Taqdeer, Mohabbat Ki Akhri Kahani, Khail, Ishq Beparwah, Taana Bana, and others. Despite being away from television, Alizeh Shah maintains a strong Instagram presence with 4.3 million followers. She is currently appearing in Green Entertainment’s Khwaab Meray. She also trends on social media for her rants about injustices by seniors and public trolling.
In the new drama, Alizeh Shah is playing the character of a medical student who hails from a modest background. Her makeup and styling in Khwaab Meray are under public scrutiny. She is also receiving criticism for her “plastic” look after surgeries. Here are a few scenes from the drama:
Alizeh Shah’s overly loud makeup is receiving severe public backlash. One social media user wrote, “Who does this kind of loud makeup at home? Everything is possible for girls working in the media industry.” Another commented, “Alizeh, now that you are back on television, please adopt simplicity.” One user criticized her look, writing, “Alizeh Shah’s makeup is not suitable for this role, as she is portraying a simple household girl, and she looks naturally very beautiful.” A fan also disliked her hairstyling, remarking, “Please remove these bangs; this style doesn’t suit you.” A drama viewer expressed disappointment over her appearance after surgeries, saying that she looked much prettier before. Another fan wrote, “Alizeh is highly insecure about her looks; she wears so much makeup to satisfy herself.” Read the comments here.
Ali Raza is a talented Pakistani television actor who gained fame through the drama series Iqtidar. He made his debut with Hum TV’s Muhabbat Gumshuda Meri. His other notable dramas include Noor Jahan and Duniyapur. Fans are currently loving him in Leader and Mirza Ki Heer. Ali Raza is quite vocal on social media and often responds to criticism directed at him.
Nowadays, Ali Raza is gaining further popularity for his heroic character in Mirza Ki Heer, and scenes from the drama are going viral on social media. Recently, another scene from the drama has been making rounds online, where his poor SFX makeup is being severely trolled. The SFX makeup for the scene—where he was shown injured—appears to have been done using thick pink lipstick. Watch the scene here:
The poorly done prosthetic makeup is receiving severe trolling. Social media users are sharing hilarious comments. One user wrote, “ARY Digital hired the makeup artist in low budget. The makeup artist only had lipsticks to create the bruises.” Another commented, “The budget was low.” A third user wrote, “Why do ARY Digital dramas show pink blood in their scenes?” While another remarked, “It’s clearly evident that the makeup artist has used lipstick.” A fan wrote, “So, the make up artist didn’t get the red lip colour and ended up using the pink one”. Read the comments here.
Syed Noor is one of the most successful director and writer of Pakistani film industry. He has made big movies like Choorian and Majajan. His writing career is what put him on the map and he later became a huge director. He has introduced many big stars of today and he still loves film making. The director has revealed some new plans in his latest interview with Ambreen Fatima.
Choorian was a huge blockbuster and it is one of the mot successful films in the history of Pakistani film industry. It brought a breath of fresh air to the industry back then and Syed Noor wants to recreate the same magic again with a new cast.
Syed Noor has revealed the new cast for the film. He shared that Shaan Shahid’s nephew Essa who starred earlier in Lalkara Singh In Lahore will play Moammar Rana’s character. He is planning to shoot the film in both Pakistan and Kazakhstan. Babar Ali will reprise Shafaqat Cheema’s role. Bahar Bagum and Nargis’ roles will be played by Kazakhstani actresses. He is still not able to find a heroine as new actresses have tantrums. He is looking for an innocent looking girl and he will be able to take needed work from her.
Kafeel is a drama that has gathered love from the audience. The show had some of the best performances of the season. The theme was beautifully executed and fans were able to relate to the story line and various tracks which were being executed. The show ended with an applause but fans had a huge criticism on the main character Zeba.
Zeba ended up marrying her real Jami aka Jamal in the end and she finally got her fairytale. Kafeel fans though were not happy and they think that Zeba should have taken her children with her. How she can just move on while leaving her daughters behind. Actress Farah Nadeem has now shared her thoughts on this criticism and writer Umera Ahmed agreed with it.
Farah Nadeem revealed that Zeba did not leave her kids behind in Kafeel. Jamal had already clarified that he will become a part of the family and he will help in caring for the girls. Additionally, Subuk also said that they will be together as a family unit. The kids did not go with her as it was just her first day as a newly wed bride and they gave her privacy and time. The family will join her later and these things are normally understood.
Zanjeerein is a new drama which just started airing on Hum TV. It has brought back the Yakeen Ka Safar dream team with Farhat Ishtiaq as the writer, Shahzad Kashmiri as the director and Sajal Aly in the lead. This is the very first time that Ameer Gilani is starring opposite Sajal and the couple looked mind-blowing on screen. The cast is powerful and the first episode successfully impressed fans.
The show started last night and Shahzad Kashmiri’s soothing screen made the audience remember the old Hum TV era. The show has mystery, intrigue and characters with layers. The story is being setup but fans loved the chemistry between Sajal Aly and Ameer Gilani already. Danyal Zafar and Sahar Hashmi are also playing important roles.
Here is the mind blowing chemistry in Zanjeerein:
Sajal Aly fans are overjoyed after watching her as Rabiya in Zanjeerein. One fan wrote, “Sajal conveys emotions through her eyes.” Another added, “The way Ameer Gilani softly spoke to wife Rabiya was a treat to watch.” One said, “The drama is reminding me of the old Hum TV era.” Here is the reaction:
Asma Abbas comes from a showbiz family. Her sisters are also big names in arts and culture and her daughter and son-in-law are also famous stars. She is a very positive person and she always tries to spread positivity through her words and videos. She has now shared her love for her Indian fans and advised people to spend time with their loved ones.
Asma Abbas has also shared love for her Indian fans and she has previously tried to spread peace when she sang her song Ganwandanein Gawandanein in collaboration with her sister Bushra Ansari. The actresses tried to spread positivity and promoted peace between the countries. She has once again shared love for her Indian fans.
Asma revealed that she had a fan and friend Shalini in India who used to speak to her regularly and another Indian friend who helped her with her social media. Her older friend passed away and she could not meet her before that. She is in pain and cried as the politicians have made things so bitter that we cannot go to each other’s countries. She said that public in both countries has love for each other which she always feels and she hopes that one day we will be able to freely meet each other.
Here is Asma Abbas’s emotions for her Indian fans and her wish to meet them soon:
Pakistani dramas are loved globally, and in addition to the television audience, the viewership has increased due to YouTube releases. A good drama becomes a memorable drama only when it ticks all the important boxes, including a great script, phenomenal direction, the right performances, and how the characters feel on-screen. The feel of a character is heavily dependent on its styling, diction and expressions. Styling is a very important part of creating a character. It makes them palatable and unforgettable for the audience.
Many of the stars of Pakistani dramas are loved for their performances in multiple projects, but there is always that one project where their styling makes them stand out. All our superstars had that one role which made them join the Styling Hall of Fame. Let’s take a look at some of these unforgettable roles.
Sanam Saeed – Kafeel
Sanam Saeed is a superstar of Pakistani dramas. She is loved for her poise, grace and her ability to get under the skin of every character. She has done many memorable and classic projects like Zindagi Gulzar Hai, Daam, Kadurat and Cake. She recently starred as Zeba in Kafeel, and she has never looked this beautiful. She brought the 90s beauty to life with her kajal eyes, beautiful long hair and minimal yet impactful styling. From her normal attire to her bridal looks, Sanam Saeed definitely deserves a spot on the list of evergreen drama looks.
Mahira Khan – Sadqay Tumharay
Mahira Khan is a Pakistani global superstar. She has represented Pakistan internationally, and her beauty has landed her on multiple lists of the most beautiful people in the world multiple times. The actress has been a part of many big dramas and films in her career, but one role where her styling peaked is hands down Sadqay Tumharay. She played the leading character, Shano. Shano was from the 80s and 90s era, and Mahira Khan’s beauty and innocence shone in the show. The styling is such a winner that anyone on the street will be able to identify the character if they see only one picture.
Sarah Khan – Sabaat
Sarah Khan is a Pakistani star who is known for her beauty. She started her career with a supporting role in Bari Aapa, and today she is one of the most sought-after stars of the television industry. Sarah is always admired and appreciated for her beauty, but her appearance as Miral in Sabaat is what gave her her superstardom and cemented her place as one of the best-styled characters in television history. Her styling and look were so on-point that people could not hate her character despite constant negativity.
Fawad Khan – Humsafar
Fawad Khan is the heartthrob of the nation. He was active in both music and acting, but it was Humsafar which put the star on the map, not just in Pakistani dramas but global entertainment. As the drama aired a decade and a half ago, and it was witnessed by a different generation, we can all agree today that Asher Hussain is one of the biggest red flags in the history of Pakistani dramas. He never trusted his wife, did not care about his child for five years, and kept emotionally abusing his wife despite knowing in his heart that she could never betray him. But his looks did help him with the audience. Those formal suits and shirts, casual shalwar kameez and specs made Fawad Khan’s beauty unforgettable, and even made a red flag like Asher Hussain palatable.
Bilal Abbas Khan – Ishq Murshid
Bilal Abbas Khan is the new-age superstar of Pakistani dramas. He is a self-made star, and his great choice of scripts, in addition to his strong performances, has brought him a special place in the hearts of audiences. Bilal is known for his good looks, but his styling in Ishq Murshid as Shahmeer Sikandar, as well as Fazal Bakhsh, made his character memorable. Be it formal suits or the casual shalwar kameez, Bilal Abbas Khan’s looks have stayed with the audience, and he looked the most suave on screen in the role.
Anmol Baloch – Iqtidar
Anmol Baloch is a Pakistani actress who is known for her great on-screen styling. The starlet is beautiful, and she always enhances her looks through perfect styling. She starred in Iqtidar, which proved to be a mega hit. In addition to the romance and chemistry between the leads, Anmol’s look and styling were loved by everyone. She has looked her best in the role, and her looks were copied left, right and centre after the drama aired.
Sajal Aly – Aangan
Sajal Aly is the superstar of Pakistani dramas. She has also appeared in international projects and Pakistani films. Her beauty and aura are unmatched. She always receives love for her minimalist styling. The actress has looked beautiful in all her roles, but her styling as Chammi in the period drama Aangan was unmatched. She looked ethereal, and that look has been circulated a million times since the show aired. Sajal Aly as Chammi has been her best on-screen look, and her makeup and outfits made her outshine everyone on the show.
Ayeza Khan – Mein
Ayeza Khan has appeared in many Pakistani dramas. She has been a part of classic shows like Mere Paas Tum Ho, Tum Kon Piya and Mohabbat Tum Se Nafrat Hai. The diva is known for her natural beauty. She always works on her on-screen styling, but her looks in Mein hit it out of the park. From her office outfits to eastern wear, she became memorable with Mein. The actress definitely deserves a spot on the best Pakistani drama looks for her styling in Mein.
Saba Qamar – Muamma
Saba Qamar is a Pakistani superstar, and she is renowned as the best talent in the industry. She has just been winning the fans again and again with back-to-back hits like Case No.9, Pamaal and Muamma. Her role in Muamma was menacing and, at the same time, beloved. Saba Qamar’s acting prowess made a character like Jiji palatable, but her styling also played an important role. The anarkalis, the kajal-laden eyes, the kolhapuri chappals and the silver jewellery all made this character beautiful. Saba even wore a Sabyasachi saree for her role as Jiji.
Momina Iqbal – Do Kinaray
Momina Iqbal is a Pakistani actress who starred in the show Do Kinaray on Green TV. Despite being a lead actress, Momina took up this extremely negative character. This was a brave step, but she made it worth it. The character’s styling not only made her a fan favourite, but it also made the drama a hit, both on television and YouTube.
Which other characters deserve a spot in the Styling Hall of Fame of Pakistani dramas? Share with us!
Savera Nadeem is an actress par excellence. The starlet is loved by millions and she has been ruling the industry for three decades now. She is unmatched when it comes to talent. The actress came in as Sara Aapi in Geo TV’s show of the same name and the superstar is nailing it once again. A scene from the show is going viral and the audience is emotional.
Sara Aapi’s latest episode became a hot favourite. Savera Nadeem showcased the emotions of a daughter and spoke about how a daughter carries every weight for her parents while sons generally leave you in the lurch. She cried in the scene and the audience also cried with her.
The internet is applauding the beautiful performance of Savera Nadeem. One fan wrote, “This brought tears to my eyes.” Another added, ‘This is true. Daughters do everything for their parents and many a times get nothing in return.” One said, “So emotional. Truly daughters will carry you.” Here is the reaction:
Ahsan Khan is a versatile Pakistani television and film actor, known for his remarkable and successful acting career. He gained initial recognition through popular PTV dramas. His notable dramas include Udaari, Mujhe Khuda Pe Yaqeen Hai, Meray Qatil Meray Dildar, Dastaan, Pani Jaisa Pyar, Fraud, Mere Humnasheen, and others. He recently garnered immense praise for his tremendous performance as Zawar Shah in Geo TV’s commercially successful and popular drama serial Dayan. After Dayan, he is returning to the television with Hum TV’s Zanjeerain.
Today, Ahsan Khan appeared on Hum News’ morning show, where he talked about his drama Zanjeerain, which has recently started airing on Hum TV.
Speaking about his character in Zanjeerain, Ahsan Khan said, “I am doing a special appearance in the show, and I want to make it clear that when I say ‘special appearance,’ it means a cameo—a central character who will be there for a short period of time but will leave a mark. Sherdil is obedient and good to his family; he is the best husband, son, and brother. However, he takes a stand for respect and dignity and does not believe in people involved in fraudulent activities. Such good people are either killed or sidelined. He is kind to his community and region. We have put in a lot of effort into the drama, and you all will love it.”
Kafeel was a popular ARY Digital prime-time drama series that recently concluded on the channel. The drama garnered widespread praise for its domestic, household-centered storyline. It achieved strong TRPs and viewership and remained widely discussed throughout its run. The story and script were written by Umera Ahmed and directed by Meesam Naqvi. It is a Big Bang Entertainment presentation. The cast features Sanam Saeed, Emmad Irfani, Hassan Khan, Aashir Wajahat, Areeqa Haq, and others.
Aashir Wajahat, who played Subuk in Kafeel, received immense praise for his performance in Kafeel, with his character earning both critical and public acclaim. He has been appreciated by multiple celebrities, and most recently, Nadia Hussain praised his acting generously. She even termed Aashir Wajahat the “SRK of Pakistan,” which is quite a significant claim for someone who has just entered the industry.
Taking to her Instagram story, Nadia Hussain wrote, “Meri maa yahaan rehti hai,” and applauded his delivery by calling it beautiful, nuanced, controlled, emotional, and confident, adding that it truly touched her heart and referring to him as “Pakistan ka SRK.” Read Here:
Aashir Wajahat’s friend and colleague Samar Jafri also praised his acting, while he also received appreciation from his mother, Shazia Wajahat. Read their stories as well:
Atiqa Odho is a seasoned Pakistani drama artist known for her hit TV shows like Humsafar, Nijat, Sitara Aur Mehrunnisa, Besharam, Dasht, Dao, Pyar Kay Sadqay, and Kaisi Teri Khudgharzi, among others. She was also praised for her performance in Hum TV’s drama serial Neeli Kothi. Nowadays, Atiqa Odho appears on the TV review show Kya Drama Hai alongside Nadia Khan and Marina Khan.
In this week’s Kya Drama Hai Muamma special episode, Atiqa Odho reviewed the ending and also shared her thoughts on Jijji’s poor closure.
While expressing her dissatisfaction with the conclusion, Atiqa Odho said, “Throughout, the project was great, and the work Saba has done in this series was phenomenal. In fact, I was surprised to see the way it ended. I mean, how could Saba agree to such a ridiculous ending for Jijji? I don’t know if things were edited on their own towards the end, because I can’t imagine Saba agreeing to this. Actors do stand up for their characters—we even fight with directors for them—so I was very disappointed. Saba should not have agreed to it. It was all overly dramatized, especially the way the mother was crying at the grave. It seemed like they rushed the ending in desperation. There was no proper closure or convincing finish for Jijji and the other characters.” Here is the link to the video:
