Jeeto Pakistan has totally become celebrity mania this Ramadan with many big celebrities having graced the show including Mahira Khan, Ayesha Omar, Kubra Khan, Mawra Hocane, Feroze Khan ad also players like Kamran Akmal and Amed Shehzad. It was now the time for the other Akmal brother Umar Akmal on the show and he was joined by another celebrity guest that is none other than Ramsha Khan.
Umar Akmal came on the show in a black shalwar kameez while Ramsha Khan was wearing a pastel pink outfit. The duo was greeted by a zealous audience and Fahad sure makes the show extremely energetic. Here are some clicks of the three celebs from the sets of Jeeto Pakistan:
Ramsha Khan and Shuja Asad are the new besties in town. The two young and talented stars have worked in some hit dramas recently and they were paired together for a stage performance at the Hum Awards 2025. They travelled together to Houston and got busy in preparations and rehearsal of their upcoming performance. They were the cutest duo and fans loved them.
Ramsha Khan and Shuja Asad loved their travels and they have shared moments of their adventures with the world. They tried the fashion of the American South and they were seen playing children’s games to relieve anxiety before their big stage debut.
Fans are loving their banter and they would love to watch the duo together again. One user wrote, “The chaotic cuties.” Another added, “We need them together in a drama.” One said, “Favourite duo nowadays.” Here is the reaction:
Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan are two celebrated Pakistani actors who were recently loved in Green TV’s intense revenge drama series Duniyapur. Their chemistry in the drama made it a hit, and each episode of Duniyapur garnered around 10 million views on a relatively new channel. After Duniyapur, many fans expressed a desire to see Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan in a romantic comedy. Now, the wait is over, as ARY Digital has dropped the teaser of their rom-com Biryani.
Biryani is an upcoming ARY Digital drama serial set to replace Parwarish. The series is produced by Fahad Mustafa and Dr. Ali Kazmi under the banner of Big Bang Productions. It is written by Zafar Mairaj, who previously penned Kabli Pulao and Dampukht, and directed by Cheekh fame Badar Mehmood. The story revolves around an innocent and obedient boy who falls in love with a simple and lively girl he meets at university. Here is the link to the teaser video:
Fans are praising the Duniyapur couple in this light-hearted story written by an experienced writer. Many are appreciating Zafar Mairaj for coming up with unique titles like Dampukht, Kabli Pulao, and Biryani. However, a few fans are confused about the drama’s name. One wrote, ‘The drama is called Biryani—I wonder what it’s about?’ Another stated, ‘We were waiting for the Duniyapur couple. Ramsha and Khushhal have real and natural chemistry.’ Read the comments:
Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan are the two brilliant Pakistani actors who have so far worked in numerous hit dramas. Khushhal Khan is famously known for Barzakh, Wehshi and Muhabbat Gumshuda Meri. Ramsha Khan is known for Hum Tum, Kaisa Hai Naseeba and Jannat SE Aagay. The two young actors are all set to appear in Green Entertainment’s drama serial Duniyapur which is Green’s mega project with a heavy budget.
Recently, Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan gave a promotional interview to Amna Isani and Hassan Choudhary for Something Haute. In the interview, they replied to all the important questions about Duniyapur especially regarding the budget and the inspirations behind the Duniyapur story.
Talking about the Game of Thrones’ inspiration, Ramsha Khan said, “No, it’s not inspired by Game of Thrones, the story isn’t inspired at all but we have already talked about it that the characters do have a similarity like I told Khushhal that the character is giving Daenerys and Sersi energy. Yes, the story is not the same but energy matches with characters. Khushhal Khan also agreed to her point”.
Talking about comparison with Duniyapur, Khushhal Khan said, “There is no similarity between Duniyapur and Mirzapur, I think people are comparing it because the names are rhyming like Mirzapur and Duniyapur, if the makers had chosen a different name, the fans might not be discussing it as much as they are doing it now” Here is the link to the video:
Talking about the budget, Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan said that they are not sure about the budget figure circulating on the social media but they can confirm it from the makers but still we know that Duniyapur has been shot on a bigger scale with a heavy budget because everything was just perfect and was up to the mark. Here is the link to the video:
Ramsha Khan and Khusshal Khan are two celebrated Pakistani actors who are currently in the news for their private nikah and wedding festivities. Both actors began their journey together as friends when they were signed for the project Dunyapur. Their relationship grew stronger over time, and they soon appeared together in another hit serial, Biryani. After that, they decided to get married; however, the news was kept secret until a picture from their nikah was leaked on the internet by unknown sources. Ramsha recently announced a break on social media and today confirmed the news by adding Khattak to her surname.
Recently, Khusshal Khan and Ramsha Khan shared glimpses from their official wedding photoshoot. Both are looking stunning together. Ramsha Khan is wearing a traditional red bridal outfit, while Khusshal Khan wore a black shalwar kameez paired with a coat. Khusshal Khan wrote, “Bismillah, with full hearts, we’re so happy to share that we’re married, Alhamdulillah. We feel incredibly grateful to be stepping into this new chapter together. To everyone who has supported us and shown us love along the way, thank you—it truly means more than we can put into words. As we celebrate this moment, we kindly ask for your understanding and respect for our privacy. Thank you for being part of our journey and for always sending us so much love. JazakAllah.”Watch the pictures here.
Here is what Khusshal Khan wrote:
The couple was congratulated by friends like Kinza Hashmi, Minal Khan , Zainab Shabbir, Saboor Aly, Zoya Nasir and Shuja Asad. Read here:
Ramsha Khan and Ahad Raza Mir were the IT couple for a while. Both starred in the blockbuster Hum Tum and there were rumours of the duo dating after that. They were spotted at each other’s birthdays and their fans loved to see them together. They were also seen strolling around in London last year.
Things probably did not work out and they allegedly broke up. Ahad Raza Mir was recently seen with Dananeer Mobeen in Meem Se Mohabbat and fans have been shipping them as the new couple. Ahad’s family is also close to Dananeer and she was spotted at a wedding with him in the USA. Fans now think they are a couple.
A video was recently released by Hum TV for the upcoming Hum Awards and both the divas, Ramsha Khan and Dananeer Mobeen were spotted together. This started a barrage of comments about the rumours.
The internet has a lot to say about the video. One wrote, “Ahad Raza Mir’s past and future.” Another added, “Are they discussing Ahad.” One said, ‘Ex and next.” Here is the reaction:
Kabli Pulao was a blockbuster hit from Green TV. Pairing a very unconventional jodi in the form of Mohammad Ehteshamuddin and Sabeena Farooq, the drama brought us a beautiful love story and the best supporting cast anyone could ask for. Each character gave their best and they were shining bright in their roles.
One young actress who was a breath of fresh air and brought a certain lightness to the drama was Momina Faiq Bajwa who played Ramsha in Kabli Pulao. The young party was the source of freshness in the story and Momina played her character very well.
The young actress is also going through a beautiful time in her real life as she has just tied the knot. She looked beautiful as a traditional red bride and shared some clicks with her husband. Here check out the real-life fairy tale of Ramsha aka Momina Faiq Bajwa from Kabli Pulao and send her best wishes:
The advent of social media and social platforms have provided us with opportunities to speak out our mind to the world. No one can argue that it has worked for the betterment of many, even sometimes helped in situations concerning missing persons.
Another positive aspect of social media is that it has brought us closer to our favourite celebriteis. It has made it possible to connect with them directly and for them to tell their fans what they want without having to hold some formal press conference. However, despite all the positive impacts, we all know social media has many negative aspects and impacts too. One of which is that the medium is slowly and gradually becoming a rumor creating and spreading machine.
The most recent victim of the biggest social media site, Facebook , is Ramiz Raja. A quote attributed to him saying that Imran Khan, the chairman of Pakistan Tahreek-e-Insaaf is a womanizer, lascivious and a philander, spread like wildfire on facebook.
Cricketer turned commentator Ramiz Raja is set to enter another field and that is film making. Ramiz who is also one of the brand ambassadors of Pakistan Super League, has signed renowned Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt for his debut film production.
In an interview with The Express Tribune, Ramiz revealed that his film will explore and spread peace through cricket. “I can confirm that Sanjay will be playing the lead role in the movie and the plot will revolve around spreading the message of peace through cricket,” he added.
He further revealed that the female lead has not yet been finalised and he’s uncertain whether it will be a Pakistani or an Indian star.
In conversation with Geo News, Ramiz previously stated, “Actresses like Mahira Khan and Katrina Kaif have immense talent. It is my wish to cast them in the movie.”
Former Pakistani cricketer’s film does sound like a power packed one and we are surely setting our hopes high for this one.
Pakistan is a country for married women where a divorcee or a widow brings about tremendous misfortune upon herself, but Rameesha Adil Khan fought all the obstacles and became the power-lifting gold-medalist from Lahore Division.
Rameesha’s story began like every other desi girl. She got married at a young age, unable to complete her education. Unfortunately, her marriage lasted for 11 years, and she could not have any kids. But instead of following the superstitious rituals told by neighborhood aunties, Rameesha decided to take control of her own life and decided to end her marriage.
She soon realized that she was not the kind of girl who could push her life behind and confine herself to marriage, kitchen, and kids. She gathered up courage groomed herself, and got a job on her skills to become a fitness trainer, filed a divorce, gave her intermediate exams, held up her head high, and walked through every difficulty with a smile on her face.
Unlike most girls, Rameesha had a craze for weight-lifting since her childhood. She has been in this field for 10 years now. Started simply as a gym member, after seeing her passion, her lady coach encouraged her to become a fitness trainer. Soon, she joined the same gym as the fitness coach after getting the certificate and passing the practical test. It was her first job ever and it proved to be a turning point for her.
And, today here she is a GOLD MEDALIST! Rameesha did 100kg squats and 115kgs deadlifts on the district level and won the gold. Her next aim is to represent Pakistan internationally. “So this happened yesterday! Won the Inter Division Powerlifting Championship representing Lahore! Baray lohay uthai to achieve this. Finally, this is the outcome of your coaching!! You guys pushed me every time when I was falling, always guided me, and made me believe that I could do this. Thank you so much for believing in me. Now you guys know what is our next target,” her Instagram post read.
From 11 years of marriage without any kids to divorce to opting for a career not considered suitable for women, and winning a gold medal in weight-lifting, Rameesha is a true depiction of women empowerment.
Sahiba was one of the top actresses in Pakistani films back when the Pakistani film industry was standing on its feet. She is the daughter of a legendary actress and she is also a wife to a superstar. Sahiba married Rambo at the peak of her career and she later on did not work a lot as she was giving time to her kids. Sahiba and Rambo’s love story and successful marriage is quoted by everyone as they have been together for a long time now.
Sahiba was a guest on Imran Ashraf’s Mazaq Raat and she shared for the very first time that Rambo is not actually her first love. She shared that yes, she left acting and her work after she married Rambo but he was not actually her first love. Sahiba and Rambo share two sons together.
She shared that her first love was showbiz and she always wanted to act but it was Rambo’s love and sincerity which made her say goodbye to her first love. She added that she knew that Rambo is the person who will always love her and will take care of her.
Ahsan Afzal Khan is an emerging Pakistani actor and the son of famous actors Sahiba and Rambo, who made their name in the film industry through constant hard work. Both ruled the Pakistani film industry with their hit films and iconic on-screen pairing. A few years ago, the couple introduced their son Ahsan Afzal Khan to fans; he is a graduate of LUMS. Ahsan made his acting debut through Geo TV’s Ramadan play Heer Da Hero. He has also acted in Bharam and Aas Paas. Laadli is his currently airing drama serial on Hum TV.
The drama serial Laadli is facing backlash for poor acting, story, and direction. Ahsan Afzal Khan is also under scrutiny from fans who think his acting is not so impressive. Many are also disliking his dialogues in the wedding scene where he introduces himself to Nazo’s friend as Rahim Khanzada. Here is the link to the video:
Fans think that Ahsan Afzal Khan is doing poor acting in Laadli. One wrote, “One said, “He/she doesn’t know how to act but got the role because of their parents.” Another said, “Isn’t this the same person who thinks he is Jungkook?” Someone else stated, “Rambo’s son’s third-class acting.” Another asked, “Who brings such people to the media industry?” Many said he is just an overactor in this particular drama. Fans also criticized the dialogues in the drama as stupid. Read the comments:
Jan Rambo is a big name in the Pakistani entertainment industry. He is a self-made man, and he gradually climbed the stairs of fame to become a superstar. He has worked on films, and he is currently working in dramas. He is a family man, and he has always emphasised the importance of family to him.
The actor was a guest on The Sani Podcast and shared how close he was to his mother. She was a very simple woman, and she always supported his son and his career ambitions. He revealed that he was shooting for a show when he received a call to come back as his mother was unwell. She was losing consciousness when he was the one who sat on her side and made her recite Kalimah. She passed away in his arms, and he has always felt that his life stopped then and there. He feels blessed that he got to pray nafals for his mother when she was dying as she requested him to do so and then helped her with her last prayers.
This is what he shared:
Rambo also shared how Sahiba played an instrumental role when his mother passed away. He learned how in a man’s life, having a great wife is as important as having a great mother. She started caring for him even more, and she would keep an eye on his health and feelings. He also shared that Sahiba was very close to his mother, and they shared a great bond.
Afzal Khan, popularly known as Jan Rambo, is a famous Pakistani television and film star who once ruled the Pakistani film industry with his hit comedy roles. He gained overnight fame as Jan Rambo through his debut blockbuster series Guest House. He also received recognition due to his uncanny resemblance to Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone. His popular films include Chor Machay Shor, Munda Bigra Jaey, Hathi Mera Sathi, and many others. Afzal Khan is currently appearing in Geo TV’s drama serial Mufaad Parast. Previously, fans loved him in Baby Baji Ki Bahuwain.
Recently, Rambo appeared on Wickey Khan’s podcast, where he talked about two prominent showbiz families who handled the divorces of their children with grace.
Talking about it, Rambo said, “Not all actors make their divorce public. There are a few showbiz couples whose marriages didn’t work out, even though their families tried their best to save their marriages. I won’t take names here, but the audience will understand themselves. Both the families are so respectable that their children didn’t speak against each other after the divorce—neither the girls nor the boys. They didn’t indulge in dirty fights and are still working together. If you are facing hurdles, part ways quietly without mudslinging.” Watch here:
It is pertinent to mention that Sajal Aly and Asif Raza Mir worked together in Main Manto Nahi Hoon after her divorce from Ahad Raza Mir, while Syra Yousaf and Shahroz Sabzwari completed their pre-separation project Babylicious.
Sahiba is a brilliant Pakistani television and film actor who is married to ace actor Afzal Khan. They make an adorable couple. They are parents of two talented sons Ahsan and Zain. Last year, Sahiba’s statement about not having girls went viral which is recently clarified by the couple. They revealed the reason behind their statement.
Talking about her statement related to having sons, Sahiba said, “I talk with my heart but I can’t explain my point to people”. Rambo further added to it, he said, “once Sahiba was crying even before the birth of our kids, I asked her, ‘why are you crying?, She said,’I am so scared of daughters’ fates’, Rambo further said, “I cry a lot on the Rukhsati /marriage of any random girl (daughter), I am very sensitive”. Rambo further said that sons don’t care about parents the way daughters take care of parents, he said that he has many nieces who love him a lot. He added that, “sons are yours till their marriage but daughters would love you all their life”. Sahiba said that she felt very sad when people trolled her and cursed her family on her statement about boys, without knowing the context. Here’s the link to the video:
Sahiba said in Nadia Yasir’s show that she’s thankful to Allah for having boys as girls have a lot of society pressures on them and they can’t live their lives on as per their wishes.
Rambo is a film and television star who has been ruling the industry for more than three decades now. He is also known for his happy personality and the way he is so family-oriented and tries to bring his loved ones together. He was a guest on Javeria Saud’s Ramadan transmission and fans got to see a very different side of the star.
Rambo was asked about the Ramadan of his childhood and he could not hold his emotions in. He revealed that he lost his younger sister not too long ago and nothing will be the same again. He shared that he used to play with her and he used to go to her house each Ramadan with gifts for Eid and Shab e Barat. She is not here anymore and this is a pain that will never be bearable. Rambo who is generally seen smiling could not hold his tears back.
This is what he shared:
Rambo also got emotional as he shared that he has not been able to meet his second sister for over a year now as her husband is a bit harsh in nature. He misses her too and he wishes to meet her soon.
Rambo is counted among the most loved actors of the Pakistani film industry. He was a part of many hit films after he became a hit with Guest House on PTV. He has maintained his stardom and he is still seen in many dramas and films. He is known for his sense of humour and his fans love watching him on several shows.
Rambo’s real name is Afzal Khan and his son Ahsan Afzal is now making his debut in the industry. The actors were guests on Hasna Mana Hai and they spoke about the nepotism that exists in the industry. Rambo said that he never knew his son wanted to become an actor. He actually told him after his graduation that he wants to pursue a career in showbiz and now he is working on good projects.
Ahsan Afzal also spoke about his experience in the industry. He said that the only advantage he feels one can get is that people especially seniors will speak to you in a respectful manner which other juniors do not have. Otherwise you have to pave your own way in the industry which he is doing.
As we all know the two popular Bollywood actors Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal tied the knot after their secret relationship. Both gracefully announced their wedding to the close friends and got married in intimate family functions. Not many people were believing that the wedding will be happening until they saw the happy pictures of the newlyweds.
A lot of fans and actors in Pakistan also got shocked after seeing the wedding pictures. In Pakistan, many people even didn’t know about who Vicky Kaushal is, because the URI star has only worked in a very few films and is not so known in Pakistan.
The popular Pakistani celebrity couple Sahiba and Rambo have come up with their hilarious take on Katrina’s wedding. In the video, Rambo said, “I am clueless about one thing that why did Katrina prefer a normal looking guy among a lot of handsome heroes?”
To his query, his wife Sahiba said, “the same I did by marrying you”. Well, this answer brought extremely funny expression on Rambo’s face. Have a look at video.
Fans also loved this take, a lot of fans posted laughing emoji while many others defended Vicky Kaushal. They said that he’s way better looking than Ranbir and Salman. Here are the comments.
Neo TV is a news channel based in Lahore launched just few months ago. The channel will be airing special Ramadan transmission hosted by singer Najam Sheraz .
Back in 2000’s Ramzan transmission meant listening to naats and watching shows which interpreted the real meaning of Islam. Come 2017 and the audiences are silently praying for the return of sanity and secretly wondering what will the hosts do this Ramazan to sway the rating chart?
All the channels are playing it safe to have the highest TRP. So, let’s see who’s ruling the Trp charts this Ramzan.
This year, the top most popular leading hosts are of ARY Digital and Bol TV.
Bol Tv might just have guaranteed themselves a top spot on the ratings chart for Ramazan by locking deal with Amir Liaquat. While, the man of the moment, Fahad Mustafa continues to host his ever-popular game show, Jeeto Pakistan after Iftar.
At one hand, Bol’s game show ‘Aesay Nahi Chalega’ being hosted by Amir Liaquat is giving away mini airplanes. On the other hand, Ary Digital’s show ‘Jeeto Pakistan’ hosted by Fahad Mustafa is giving away around 10 cars per show.
ARY Digital has released its official ratings which also includes statistics of various other channels like Geo Entertainment, Hum TV and TV One. ARY leads with 379 GRPs for the 1st and 2nd of Ramadan transmissions 2017 for Shan e Ramzan and Jeeto Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Bol opened to the record-breaking rating of more than 50% viewership, becoming most watched Ramadan transmission watched in the country.
All in all, the trp charts makes us wonder who the real winner is!
There was a time when television channels focused their content during Ramazan predominantly on religious themes. During the era of PTV, even the regular dramas stopped airing throughout the month of Ramazan. This decision was driven by a clear and understandable objective. PTV wanted to respect the importance of the basic principle and spirit of Ramazan by not showing entertainment content on TV.
The era of private channels changed everything. Initially, there was uninterrupted entertainment during Ramazan after private channels took over but there was still a great deal of respect for the sanctity and the spirit of the Holy month of Ramazan. With the success of Suno Chanda and Inaam Ghar, things changed drastically! The producers concluded that entertainment can be sold just as easily during Ramazan as it can be all year through.
What’s So Special about Ramazan Specials?
Initially, producers maintained some connection to the Ramazan theme when creating ‘Ramazan Special’ TV shows and dramas. However, over time, this approach shifted drastically. Love stories and peculiar love triangles began dominating what were dubbed as ‘Ramazan special dramas,’ with little to no mention of Ramazan itself. This left sensible viewers confused, questioning how these dramas could be labeled as Ramazan specials when they failed to embody the essence of Ramazan. Jeeto Pakistan also became a massive hit and it started airing every single day. It was both disappointing and upsetting watching people sell their self-respect for a few gifts!
2024 Ramazan Specials – Losing the Plot?
This year, the sheer volume of Ramazan dramas being announced is both staggering and deeply disheartening. It makes one question the mindset of the producers behind such decisions. Hum TV, for instance, plans to air not just one but two shows, both starting on the first day of Ramazan and airing daily thereafter. In between, they will also broadcast their regular dramas. One of these shows, titled ‘Very Filmy’, appears to have nothing particularly ‘special’ about it for Ramazan, as is evident by its teasers.
There’s a conspicuous absence of any Ramazan-related elements in these dramas. The other show, ‘Dil Pe Dastak’, leaves us wondering about its association with the month of Ramazan. This trend of comedic and romantic shows as a way to welcome Ramazan makes no sense whatsoever!
Ishqaway is Geo’s ‘Ramazan Special’ for this year. Another drama that revolves around romance and comedy is being sold as a Ramazan Special! Our producers and channels are confused about the concept of Ramazan specials.
ARY Digital like the previous few years intends to keep the viewers busy with Jeeto Pakistan starting from 7 pm daily! Jeeto Pakistan is being promoted more than any other show on the channel because the giveaways in the show hold a major appeal for the segment of society that looks forward to winning through these shows. The inclusion of celebrities in the past two years or so has turned it into an entertainment medium as well.
Bol Entertainment has also jumped on the bandwagon this year because clearly, it is working for everyone else so why not?
Green Entertainment is the only channel that is airing a drama titled ‘Nasihat’ as their Ramazan special which promises to be a meaningful drama. At the same time, Green Entertainment is airing ‘Rafta Rafta’ which falls in the same rom-com category and is starting at the beginning of Ramazan but thankfully it is not being labeled or promoted as ‘Ramazan Special’!
Unnecessary Materialism & Distraction
The commercialization of religious occasions or sentiments is not a new phenomenon, and unfortunately, Ramazan has not been spared from this trend. Pakistani television channels, in their pursuit of higher ratings and revenue, have resorted to promoting meaningless romantic comedies, under the guise of “Ramazan Specials.” This materialistic approach undermines the sanctity and essence of Ramazan, which is supposed to be a time of spiritual reflection and self-discipline.
The superficial content being churned out in Ramazan by these television channels lacks the substance that aligns with the spiritual objectives of the Holy month of Ramazan. It also demonstrates a complete lack of respect for this month. Airing frivolous content during this month also serves as a major distraction, diverting attention away from activities that promote spiritual growth and personal development. Instead of fostering an environment conducive to contemplation and mindfulness, television channels prioritize entertainment that does not contribute to the spiritual enrichment of viewers.
Erosion of the Basic Spirit of Ramazan
Pakistani television plays a significant role in shaping the cultural norms and values of the public. By prioritizing superficial entertainment over content that promotes moral and ethical principles, television channels contribute to the erosion of the basic spirit of Ramazan. The normalization of materialistic and consumerist attitudes during Ramazan perpetuates a culture of shallowness and superficiality, detracting from the true essence of the month.
Reevaluating Priorities
Pakistani channels need to reconsider their programming choices and prioritize content that promotes genuine reflection, empathy, and spiritual growth during this holy month. When TV channels show romantic comedies during Ramazan and call them “Ramazan Specials” they are disrespecting the true meaning of Ramazan. By doing so they are clearly saying that making money is more important than being respectful and thoughtful during this sacred month.
Showing romantic comedies during Ramazan does not honor the true spirit of the month. TV channels need to think about what really matters during Ramazan and show programming that reflects those values.
How do you feel about these ‘Ramazan Specials’? Share your views.
There was a time when Ramazan was considered a purely religious month.Entertainment factor was not associated with it.However,with the advent of Private Television Channels in Pakistan special dramas used to be aired during the whole month of Ramazan – half hour format with one episode per day.Sometimes these Ramazan special dramas continue till the third day of Eid.
There are numerous such special Ramazan plays including Faiz Manzil ke Rozedar,Chand pe dastak,Chaudween Ka Chand,Dil to kacha hai jee,Roza Ke Rozay,Larka Karachi Ka Kuri Lahore Di,Yeh Shadi Naheen Ho Sakti,Band Bajay Ga and the most famous and popular one Kis Din Mera Viyah Hovay Ga.
There is nothing wrong in showing Ramazan special dramas.Infact,it’s a good trend but if you closely monitor the content of these dramas you would find two very startling things.Firstly,all of these dramas would be full of forced humour,mindless over the top romances between various couples (elderly couples included) and on top of it these would be full of songs and dances.Secondly,either Ramazan won’t be mentioned at all in the plays or if it’s mentioned a mockery would be made of it like people finding it very hard to fast,skipping fasts or showing as if it’s the most difficult thing in the world to fast.
Bulbulay Ramazan special episodes are also a case in point where fasting,preparing Sehri/Iftari is shown in a very negative light.These episodes are very crude depictions of our routines during Ramazan.
Does the spirit of this month go along with over the top forced humour,mindless romances between everyone regardless of age and songs and dances?I think not.We need to be given a break from such mindless entertainment which is against the spirit of this month.Why can’t we be shown serious Ramazan based dramas or subtle comedy? Who’s made this decision of making such plays again and again?
Do share your views about over the top forced comic and cheap romantic Ramazan special plays and plays making mockery of the month and the concept of fasting.
Chand Tara is a special Hum TV Ramadan serial which is featuring the gorgeous and talented Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor. Ayeza Khan is playing the character of an amazing doctor and Danish Taimoor is portraying the role of a software engineer. The cast also includes Romaisa Khan, Aashir Wajahat, Adnan Jaffar, Saba Faisal, Behroze Sabzwari, Madiha Iftikhar and Rehan Sheikh.
The drama is currently airing on Hum TV network daily at 9:00 pm. Fans are loving the drama. A few fans rate the performances as over the top but overall the viewers are enjoying the show. Previously, we posted a post about the cast of Chand Tara. The drama has been written by ace Saima Akram Chaudhry and directed by the super talented Danish Nawaz. Well, we have collected some amazing BTS fun pictures of the cast for you which were shared by the amazing Chand Tara actors. Have a look at the pictures:
Live transmissions in sort of morning shows and Ramazan shows are becoming more common than ever. You know it’s Ramazan (the sacred month) when the most you see on TV is the ‘Ramazan shows’. TV channels get into a race to produce a better show and make the most of it for higher ratings. The Ramazan shows are no more about Ramazan because a holy show should be about spreading knowledge but what we get to see in most of them actually contradicts the social norms. Aren’t these shows suppose to be a source of information rather than games, gift session, glamour and celebrities?
The true rationale of these shows is business because these shows make huge profits for the channels. The channels promote and commercialize products, but that just doesn’t end there because they would bring up the celebrities and cash their stardom’s. These shows would be mostly hosted and attended by well known celebrities because to the producers, scholars are no more needed since the concepts would be same to those of previous years and there’ll be more glamour, fun than the whole lot Ramazan sacrosanct.
Celebrities are now chosen over scholars for these shows. Celebrities would be seen throughout the year at various events or on-screen but for Ramazan shows they will flaunt a look that is indigestible. They would suddenly switch from item numbers, bold dressing to veiled or decent dresses but what comes next, they certainly return to their very own style the following month itself. The change never lasts because they drape a holier than ever avatar just for the sake of money. If the change in them can’t last long then how come the Islamic message sent will last but that considers only if the message was actually delivered properly. The makers of these shows are clever enough to choose these celebrities because they know, most of the Ramazan shows now deliver more glamour and less information.
Let’s have a look at few Pakistani celebrities in their holier than ever avatar for Ramazan shows
Ayesha Omer
The tutti- fruity is a great actress and i would never question her acting skills but can i question her transformation. Not too long ago she was seen hosting a ramazan show with Sami Khan. She was flaunting looks the whole year post which Ramazan happened and disappeared the boldness.
Sadia Imam
She has been seen in many live shows and the ramazan one was probably the most divergent. Seen in a pure look probably more than once in Ramazan shows, because hotness is only for other events. She still never missed to look perfect even in a Shalwar Suit after all, she is a celebrity!
Maya Ali
She has been doing some bold and hot photoshoots, the girl in Ramazan was seen in one of the most pious avatar because hotness and bold photoshoots are for before and after Ramazan. Let’s just flaunt the holy look for now. (ivermectin)
Ayesha Khan
Pure diva with a revocable change because holiness is just for ramazan shows. So she for the month decided to ditch her hotness and instead was seen in a relegious look!
Hira Mani
She’s not just good at trial singing but at flaunting different looks too. The funda is money after all.
Hamza Ali Abbasi
Rising his voice then getting banned not fair! But diving in the pool with hot girls to ramazan shows, good transformation along with good ethics! (sarcastically)
Juggan Kazim
She too does not forget to bring out the change. A pair of jeans would probably not work for a ramazan show after all, so toning up for ramazan works the best.
Natasha Ali
Transformed for good but just for a short span of time. She flaunted perfect hairstyles in the whole ramazan transmissions so not everything at the show looked as perfect as her hair dos.
Shaista Lodhi
There’s no denying the fact that she has hosted lots of shows and maintained a good ramazan image everytime she has been seen in one. Forget acting, glaming up the shows is the fate changer. (If you know what i mean)
All of them are doing good at their jobs but Ramzan shows should be probably done by religious scholars not actors or models. Why are celebrities chosen over scholars?
Ramazan Kareem (رمضان کریم) is the Ramazan transmission of Samaa Tv. Like last year it will be hosted by Bilal Qutab, the new addition this year is co-host Saahir Lodhi.
Ramazan is a month full of Allah’s blessings and is aimed at making us pious and closer to Allah and to feel for its people.Every year,private channels including the news channels run special Ramazan transmissions wherein the importance of the month,Quranic injunctions,Hadith and Islamic ways of life are discussed and promoted.Roza kushai of children fasting for the first in their lives is performed on live tv encouraging other children and those who do not fast to fast.Naats and hamads are also played.Thus an overall atmosphere of piety and religious fervour is created.
But it lasts only till Chand Raat.Come Chand Raat and TV Channels start playing Chand Raat Musical Shows,Musical Concerts,Senseless Stand Up Comedians doing even more senseless shows and what not.
The three or now the five days of Eid (as some channels celebrate)are no less different either.There are dramas which feature full Bollywood Songs and full on dances.The theme of every play is romance and wedding,romance and engagement,every trick of the trade is played to get the love of your life including telling lies,tricking parents,getting ready to woo guys,every one even elderly people wanting to get hooked and what not.
Names such as Mehboob Movie Wala,Salma ko mil gaya balma,O Meri Billi,Dil Walay Bachiyan Le Jayain Ge,Balma Anari,Shahruk ki churiyan,Saray Ghat ki Farzana,Karakti Bijliyan would surely give you an idea of the kind of dramas these would be.
On top of these romance-dripping dramas where sole purpose of the lives of characters is to get engaged/married,there are cheap romances full of vulgar dialogues such as ‘kiya maal hai’, ‘tu ja ussay phansa’ and ‘brand new print mein release ho rahee ho’ and I have quoted very mild dialogues here
Now I am not against good entertainment or light hearted plays but such obsession with songs and dances,romances and vulgar and crude dialogues is not only distasteful and makes these dramas unsuitable to watch with family,they present another paradox.Was Ramazan then only a business opportunity which TV Channels took full advantage of by showing Ramazan special shows full of religious information and emphasizing on getting closer to Allah? Was the piety and religious environment created through these shows throughout the month fake and put on just for the sake of ratings and ad revenue?
And if such dramas full of romances and songs and dances are the demand of the audiences on Eid,who watches the special Ramazan transmissions and how do the ratings of these shows come? Anyone?
Ramadan is a time of blessings, prayers, and peace. All Muslim countries turn on a unique colour as soon as the Holy month starts and everywhere we see specific traditions being followed. Muslim countries also see a shift in television programming after the commencement of the month of blessings. The same trend is seen in Pakistan where all the television channels change their tone and tenor. Things have changed a lot in the past few years and the colours of Ramadan have not been the same as they used to be.
PTV used to be the only channel Pakistanis had a few decades ago and Ramadan had a very different feel in the golden era of PTV. People used to get the news of the new moon through PTV. There used to be instant deletion of any music from the channel. The presenters would all wear dupattas and suddenly there were special programs. Taraweeh and Tilawat from Makkah were broadcast and Ramadan Mahaafil from all over the country were telecasted on PTV. Other programs also mellowed down and coloured in the Ramadan spirits. Most of the Naats we all love today were broadcast during Ramadan.
The current era of Ramadan also sees different kinds of programs but commercialism and capitalism has unfortunately enveloped the Holy month and it is all about promoting brands now. Here is how the Ramadan transmissions have changed over the years:
The Hosting
Ramadan transmissions have become a staple for all the channels now and they even fight for TRPs. It is less about knowledge and more about ratings. The hosting of these shows is also questioned a lot. Though we have seen many actors hosting these transmissions and they largely remain respectful, we have seen hosts like Iqrar ul Hassan who keeps getting targetted for his personal life choices throughout the year, and celebrities like Veena Malik who have done a show like Astaghfar for Ramadan. The gimmicry unfortunately has become a part of the package and you cannot escape it.
Humans As Props
Ramadan transmission also came up with the idea of reaching out to different demographics. Initially, we saw children’s segments being introduced to appeal to the younger generation. In old times, children used to participate in PTV programs which is a tradition that got lost over the years. This new idea was re-introduced of having kids to be a part of the main programming but now these children have become props to get TRPs. Every channel has a group of kids used to make viral content.
Weird Segments
Recently Ramadan transmissions have seen a rising trend of weird conversations bordering on inappropriate and these are running on live television in programs that are supposed to be religious. They are completely unnecessary and should not be broadcast on live television.
Ramadan has become an opportunity for commercialism for all the channels. From the clothes that the hosts are wearing to their handwash and the oil they are putting in their recipes, everything is sponsored and all these sponsors are shown a hundred times on the screen even if it is a Naat segment or a segment with scholars.
Brainrot Masala Dramas
Entertainment is an important part of one’s life and having good family shows to watch is a must. We got Suno Chanda which ended up becoming a mega hit with the audience as the drama had a Ramadan background and some fun banter which lightened up the mood. We also had some really good Ramadan dramas after that but now this has become a formula for selling brainrot comedy and unnecessary love stories every year. The shows are not even getting the same amount of love anymore and each year we are seeing more criticism coming towards these shows which have nothing related to Ramadan and this was not a practice in the past.
Game Shows
Game shows like Jeeto Pakistan have become staples of entertainment during Ramadan, in contrast to the more subdued shows like Bazm-e-Tariq-Aziz that were popular in the past. This shift has sparked mixed feelings among viewers, leading to ongoing debates on social media about whether these game shows should continue to air.
The growing demand from sponsors and channels for commercialization has harmed the peaceful spirit that was once a hallmark of Ramadan programming. If channels want to capture the attention of younger audiences, they need to improve their approach rather than relying on the same formula repeatedly.
We Will discuss Ramadan Meals For Weight Loss. The blessed month of Ramadan is nothing short of a festival for Muslims all around the world. The devotees indulge in fasting, obligatory and voluntary prayers, charity and all the good deeds that feed their souls. Feeding of the soul as well as body goes hand in hand during the blessed month of Ramadan. As much as Ramadan demands the Believers to be mentally and physically involved in the acts of worship, it also draws the focus on how the body detoxifies and the system is cleansed due to fasting. It has a lot of benefits attached to it and as the time goes by, more and more scientific reasonings back up the advantages that the month of Ramadan has on one’s mind, heart and body.
The essence of Ramadan is endurance, patience and practicing of self-control, however the beginning and the end of the fasting period is well and truly looked forward to. For a fasting person two main meals of Suhoor and Iftar that are served during the month of Ramadan are of utmost importance. The Suhoor meal is like an energy booster which gets the body ready for fasting and the Iftar meal is like a treat after the entire day of hardwork and endurance that the person observed without food and water.
The month of Ramadan is celebrated with festive and delicious food being one of the focal points. Every family comes up with their family favorites during the month of Ramadan and they have a set menu which they strictly follow during the course of 30 days. With the passage of time, more and more people are getting into the habit of opting for healthier options because they now understand the importance as well as advantages of keeping it light and simple during the month of Ramadan. The best thing to do is to keep a variety and add all sorts of food categories into your diet to strike a healthy balance while still enjoying the delicious meals and food items.
The main three meals during the month of Ramadan are Suhoor, Iftaar followed by Dinner. Here are some meal ideas and options for you to follow during the blessed Ramadan:
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Suhoor Meals
The best way to approach Ramadan is by dividing into three Ashra; the 10 day period because it makes the meal planning and preparations easier. It also gives you a perspective on how and where to start off. It is always a good idea to keep your Suhoor light but still fulfilling and satisfactory to load up the body with enough nutrients so that the meal provides enough energy to last throughout the day and keeps you going.
Option 1:
Suhoor options for the first Ashra should include moderate carbohydrates, good fats and lots of liquids. The easiest and delicious option to kickstart the Suhoor is stuffed whole wheat parathas with semi sweet curd and glass of any fresh juice. The stuffing can be anything like mashed mixed vegetables or shredded chicken. If sticking to absolute basics is the priority then stuffed potato paratha is also a good option because it is filled with carbs to give you enough energy and keep you full for longer hours.
For the second Ashra when the body is quite adjusted to the routine of fasting and is on a timetable its good to keep Suhoor as an essential meal. Skipping Suhoor at this stage would not only cause discomfort but will also make you binge at Iftar which is never a good option. Therefore Suhoor can include pita bread with kabobs and hummus. It’s not only lighter on the stomach but is actually a very tasty option and will surely break the monotony of parathas and omelettes.
Now comes the third Ashra where devotees are well into the routine. Tummies are no more upset. Alarms are no more to be set. Everything seems in its place and there is a new energy about. Its the last ten days of spiritual high and focus is always on making the most of it, therefore the Suhoor options should be easy and less complicated as there is a new level of focus on the prayers and worshipping during the last days. One experiment with leftover pakoras and make a simple curry to pair with paratha or boiled chicken chunks to make chicken roti rolls with mayo and ketchup. The best part about this option is that it can be pre-prepared and not a lot of energy goes into planning what should be consumed during Suhoor.
Option 2:
Another trusty option is lentils and beans. They can be paired with roti or rice to make a hearty meal. If you are watching your weight and still want a good source of protein to begin the fast with, some toasted bread cubes along with dal tadka is a winner combo. To add more taste, a piece of pickle can also be added to the bowl to make it more scrumptious. For beverages, lassi or a simple glass of milk is also a good idea because it will keep you fuller for longer hours.
Usually people include dairy in their Suhoor which is in the form of omelette or fried eggs with bread or paratha or if nothing then sweet yogurt lassi with paratha. While it’s a good fulfilling option it gets boring with time. Therefore the newness can be brought in the form of milkshakes because it will meet the dairy needs of the body and will also add up new tastes. Leftover fruit chaat from Iftaar can be blended with ice and milk to make a fulfilling drink which can be paired easily with a simple egg sandwich.
Option 3:
For the weight watchers and those who tend to keep it very light and healthy during the Suhoor, the best option is a fulfilling bowl of oatmeal. There is so much that can be done with oats because they can be used in so many different ways. The easiest is to make them with milk and water, load up a lot of berries and dry fruits and sweetened with honey, this makes a nutritious bowl of goodness which is not only healthy but very fulfilling. It can be paired with a glass of fresh juice or infused water. It’s easier to consume at late hours and is a treat to the stomach.
Granola bowls with fresh berries and a bowl of sweet curd is also a good option for those who love to keep it simple. Rice bowls be it daal chawal or simple masala or mix vegetable rice is also a good option. Some people enjoy a good cup of tea with paratha but to keep it fulfilling and healthy. The more healthier option is to sweeten the tea with jaggery or substitute white sugar with brown sugars.
Iftar Meals
Iftar meals are usually the most looked forward to throughout the Holy month of Ramadan because everyone is eager to break the fast. At this time so much is happening around the house with elders preparing for the prayers, children getting excited while still helping to set the table and ladies of the house usually making sure the Iftar spread is not only varied but set on time with a lot of options for everyone to devour. Iftar meals should be prepared in such a way which should be both healthy and delicious. It should include all the items from different categories to make the meal wholesome as well as fulfilling.
Option 1:
In Pakistani households, no Iftar is complete without fried food items. The best is to take it slow and prepare one item a day which allows you to stay on track and also keep in check. Usually during the first Ashra with high morale and full pantries, it is very easy to get carried away. Everyone looks forward to a variety of items but the best thing to do is not make everything at once. Pakoras being Iftar essential in many households can be tweaked a bit to make them healthy
Iftar essentials are usually fried items but since the idea is to turn them into healthier options, it is better to introduce new ingredients and ditch the traditional and typical ones. For pakoras, it is always a good idea to mix semolina with the usual gram flour batter. Semolina adds crispness as well as the health factor. Deep frying should be substituted with baking or shallow frying. In the first ashra it’s the traditional comfort foods and snacks that we look for in the Iftar menu so it’s a good idea to change ingredients rather than dishes.
Iftar meal is usually incomplete with drinks of any sort. It is always a great idea to resort to fresh juices or milkshakes in order to energize and rejuvenate the body. In most parts of the world, Ramadan comes in Summers, therefore having drinks a part of Iftar meal becomes a must. When it comes to juices and milkshakes, there are numerous options, simpler ones being lemonades or making milkshakes out of the seasonal fruits that are readily and easily available. Sweet coloured drinks can be altered with fresh strawberry, blueberry and date milkshakes where honey or jaggery can be added for sweetness and for an extra punch of healthiness, low fat yogurt can also be blended in the drinks for the pro-biotics.
Option 2:
Second Ashra of Ramadan is usually when the new recipes are kept aside and the routine demands easiness and light stomach friendly meals. It’s the time when energies reach a plateau and heavy motivation is required in the kitchen, therefore it is a good time to introduce frozen pre-prepared items like kebabs and pre- marinated chicken/paneer tikka. They are easy to make and do not require much effort because the effort has gone into making them before storing. The kids and young devotees’ favorite french fries can be replaced with vegetable crispies which sounds and looks fancy but is just vegetables cut in julienne and baked to crisp for 15 minutes.
Pita bread pizza with chicken chunks and mozzarella and olives is also a fulfilling easy option. Basically anything that is fulfilling and easy to assemble is a good option. For drinks it’s a good time to include fruit infused water. Fruit salads or platters usually made out of seasonal fruits like passion fruit, water melon, sweet melon and papaya can decorate your table as well as curb the hunger in no time.
Option 3:
The last Ashra of Ramadan is the one where you want to spend less time in the kitchen and more time on the prayer mat. The Holy month nearing its end brings along the sense of being left out on the essence of the month and any extra time spent elsewhere seems too much. It’s better to include a fulfilling heavier dish to the table with sides like fruit salads and chutneys. Around this time, fried items have lost their charm and snacks seem monotonous. A soup of some kind is definitely a better and healthier option. The regular chicken corn soup, hot and sour soup or even homely lentil soup is quick to make and is usually everyone’s favorite.
Whole chicken baked or slowly cooked in an oven or airfryer is also a very fulfilling dish. It can be achieved by marinating it with garlic and tikka masala along with lemon and at midday chuck it in the oven for an hour. Last few days of Ramzan require both creativity and energy to bring the ideas to life. It’s better to add easy one pot meals like soups, fruit salads, sandwiches and any easy main course item.
For drinks almond milk sweetened with jaggery is a good option. Custard milk drink with chunks of fruits and chia seeds is a good alternative to traditional falooda. Sabudana kheer and sooji halwa sweetened with brown sugar is also a win-win dish for Iftar. Anything that is easier to prepare, looks good and tastes fresh is a winner in the last few days.
Dinner Meals
Although a lot of thought goes into bringing Iftar spread together, there are also a lot of households who do not believe in putting much effort into Iftar and they usually prefer heavier and fulfilling dinner, directly after lighter Iftar and prayers. In such households, Iftar is less hectic and doesn’t demand a lot of time. It is usually one heavy meal of the day and it suits the routine of those who follow this pattern. It is like any regular dinner that you have throughout the year, which is suitable and convenient in this regard that the homecooks do not have to plan much or push themselves to do something out of the box every single day of Ramadan. Then there are also such households who do prepare dinner meals even after they have had a wholesome Iftar, in such families, this meal is not too heavy and is usually on the lighter side.
Option 1:
For those families who skip the heavier Iftar and go directly for dinner, any sort of rice dish is the best option. Pulao or chicken fried rice is easy to make and is healthier in nature. In fried rice, a lot of vegetables can be chopped and added which are easily eaten by the young members of the family. With rice dishes, condiments like chutneys, raitas and salads also work. If one wants to broaden the dinner spread, adding in grilled chicken tikkas or kababs is also easy and achievable.
Option 2:
For those who go for heavier Iftar, dinner should be like a filler. So in this case, some very workable suggestions are burgers and sandwiches with leftover Iftar items. Buns and bread should always be diet friendly even if you are not watching your weight. There is no need to go for glutinous heavy yeast loaded white flour breads and buns when there is an option of whole wheat brown breads and buns available. It is easy to compile and tastier as well because eventually you are including all your Iftar favorites and converting them into a dinner.
Option 3:
Whole Wheat pastas with simple sauteed mince and tomato paste is also an easy dinner meal. Kids and adults both enjoy pasta and it’s relatively easier to make. In pasta, once again a lot of vegetables can be added, which is always a bonus in a kid’s diet. Dinner can also consist of semolina wheat puris with leftover chana chaat. The best part is that Iftar items can be mixed and matched for dinner meals and that would also mean less leftovers by the end of the day. Drinks like banana, apple smoothie prepared with yogurt with crushed granola is also a fulfilling option for dinner for the weight watchers.
The Holy month of Ramazan is starting in almost mid of this month. Gradually channels are unveiling their respective Ramazan transmission. This year ATVs transmission titled “Ramadan Kareem” will be hosted by Farah Saadia. Farah already hosts the morning show of ATV “Morning with Farah”.
The Holy Month of Ramzan has just started today. Muslims around the world are celebrating the month with respect, zeal, passion and devotion. In Pakistan, the month of Ramadan is also celebrated with zeal and zest. People love to spend time in worship. Mosques are also filled with worshipers. People love to follow and practice in this month but besides this, public also want entertainment in Prime Time. This is the reason why Ramadan also brings a lot of specially designed television shows, transmissions and dramas.
This year a lot of special Ramadan plays will be coming on television. The channels have announced their dramas along with teasers of the dramas. Hum television will be airing two dramas Paristan & Hum Tum. Both are written by ace writers, Saima Akram Chaudhry wrote Hum Tum who is popular for her best drama Suno Chanda which is her most hit drama till date. Samra Bukhari penned down Paristan. Samra Bukhari is another very popular writer.
Paristan
Drama Paristan is directed by Ali Hassan and it has a stellar cast including Javeria Saud, Merub Ali, Naveen Waqar, Mooro, Meera Sethi Asad Siddiqui & many others. The Hum television drama is all set to air today at 7:00 PM. Here are posters.
Hum Tum
Hum Tum is another Hum TV drama that stars Sarah Khan, Junaid Khan, Ahad Raza Mir & Ramsha Khan. The drama is ready to air at 9:00 PM today. The drama has been directed by Danish Nawaz. Here are the posters.
Geo Tv is also ready with a long list of comedy & serious dramas.
Chaudhry & Sons
The drama Chaudhry & Sons is written by Saima Akram chaudhry. Drama has a stellar cast including Ayeza Khan & Imran Ashraf, Sohail Ahmed & Asma Abbas will also be part of the drama. It’s a comedy fix featuring a Punjabi family. Wajahat Hussain directed the show, it will be aired daily on Geo. The drama is a 7th Sky Production. Here are posters.
Dikhawa, Nisa, Makafat & Muamlaat
Dikhawa, Nisa, Makafat & Muamlaat are the four other dramas that will be aired on Geo television. These dramas will be featuring lesson oriented short stories and different actors will be acting in it. The posters and teasers of these dramas are also posted on the Channel.
Today we will talk about How to Lose Weight During Ramadan. The blessed month of Ramadan is nothing short of festivity for the Muslims around the globe. This is the reason why it is taken in such a stride where food becomes a huge part of the celebration. As much as the main focus of Ramadan is on attaining the nearness of The Creator, another focal point also becomes the two main meals which everyone indulges in during the entire month; Suhoor and Iftar. In general, festivity is closely related to food that is consumed, this is the reason, every household has a set of dishes and food items which are eaten during Ramadan and the family members put an extra effort into making them from scratch.
As much as the month of Ramadan brings happiness, peace and joy with it, many a times it is forgotten that the celebratory part is not something that should dominate the span of 30 days. The main reason for approaching Ramadan should be related to the practice of religion and doing as much as one could to make the most of the spiritual prosperity this month has to offer and is basically designed for. Fasting from the dawn till the sunset is a way to teach the Muslims humility, it also brings in the factor of gratefulness and allows one to be thankful for all the things they might be taking for granted. Spending the day without food allows one tho feel the pain of the less fortunate and underprivileged people of the society. It encourages one to do more charity in order to share what Allah has blessed them with.
Ramadan is not only a test of faith and patience, it is also a test for those who want to stay on track and be healthy throughout the entire month. With all the delicious food that is made throughout the month of Ramadan, it becomes very difficult for the weight-watchers to make healthy choices. Fasting has been proven to improve the mental and physical health, if approached in the right manner. A lot of times, people feel concerned that they might put on the weight because they find it hard to give up on the habitual eating that they are used to for years.
Here are the 10 tips that can help you lose weight during the month of Ramadan:
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Keeping Your Body Hydrated
Hydration is the most important factor when it comes to weight loss. With or without Ramadan, all the dieticians around the world emphasize on how important it is to keep the body hydrated to aggravate the weight loss process. It might seem impossible at first considering the long hours of fasting but if broken down properly, it is very easy to meet the water in-take criteria for the weight loss. Drinking 2 litres of water per day will suffice throughout the month of Ramadan and it will not only help with the detoxification of the body but will also keep the cravings at bay.
2 liters of water make upto almost 8 glasses. In order to break down the water in-take, the easiest way is to drink 2 glasses at Iftar. It is also recommended to break your fast with water because that is the time when the body needs it the most and it helps with the digestion of the food that is eaten immediately after. Continue to drink 4 glasses of water in the time between Iftaar and Suhoor. 1 glass per hour is achievable and easy to take. The remaining 2 glasses of water should be consumed at Suhoor. The extra beverages such as fizzy and caffeinated drinks do not count as water in-take, so one should be mindful with what sort of fluid is being taken during the non-fasting hours.
Having A Balanced Iftar
In Ramadan the metabolism slows down therefore the energy needs of the body are automatically decreased. The Iftaar meal should not make up for all those hours of fasting which were spent without food. The mistake one makes during Iftar is that a lot of food is consumed, in big portions and large variety, which over-fills the stomach and makes the digestion process slow and difficult. While approaching Iftar, think of it as a regular dinner meal that you eat the rest of the year. After breaking the fast, don’t indulge in the food in one-go, instead, take a break, offer your prayers, wait for a few minutes and then resume the meal. It will give you a perspective of how much more food you actually need and if you start feeling satisfied, you will know now is the time to stop.
Avoiding Fried Food Items
This is one factor which turns out to be the reason behind all the weight gain during the month of Ramadan. For years and years, people get away with eating fried food items during their early teens and 20’s but when the age factor plays its part and the metabolism slows down, that is when the weight gain occurs. Fried food items are high in calories and low in nutrition. They might be super tasty but one should be extra cautious while consuming them during Ramadan because the only thing they aid the body is with the weight gain. There are many healthier options that one should go for instead of going the typical route of Ramadan special fried food items. Over the years, a lot of research has been done which proves the health hazard that fried food items are. They surpass the daily calorie in-take recommended for an average individual’s diet and when the time comes for the actual and regular meals, they are counted as over-eating because the body has already met its daily calorie intake limit.
Not Skipping Suhoor
In Ramadan Suhoor takes the place of a breakfast. Breakfast happens to be the most important meal because it not only kick starts the day but also gives the body the energy it needs to get going. Skipping Suhoor is a risky choice because you will tend to get hungrier throughout the day which will result in overeating at Iftar and that is something that has to be avoided to continue with the weight loss journey.
Skipping Processed Sugar at Iftar
Another biggest reason for the weight gain during Ramadan happens to be the sugar that is consumed throughout the month from the beverages and sweets which are laden with sugar. The best thing to do is to avoid processed sugar because that is the last thing you need in your body if you are aiming to lose weight or not gain the extra pounds during Ramadan. Sugar can always be substituted by consuming the food items which are rich in naturally occuring sugars such as fruits, dried fruits and honey. A good bowl of fruit salad will not only keep you fuller but will make up a hearty meal which will do good to your body and not cause any weight gain.
Limiting Salt In-take During Suhoor
Sodium tends to dehydrate the body, therefore the best option is to avoid eating such food which has a considerable amount of salt in it. They will tend to make you thirsty and also impact the body’s ability to digest and absorb the fluids.
Planning A 30-Minute Workout
In Ramadan, one feels overwhelmed to adjust to the new routine. A lack of proper sleeping stretch also tends to take a toll on the mind and body. Therefore it is very important to go for some sort of physical activity like brisk walking or simple exercises which will keep the body active and will prevent it from becoming too fatigued or lazy. In Ramadan, it is very easy to feel lethargic and find excuses for not indulging in physical activity but it becomes very important especially when weight loss is the goal. After Taraweeh prayers and before Suhoor, there is enough time frame to find 30 minutes for a basic workout. This much is enough physical activity for the day but it should also be kept in consideration that heat and sun is avoided and while fasting, the workout should not be done.
Portion Control and Calorie Count
Portion control is of utmost importance in Ramadan. The essence of this month is to practice patience and self-control, therefore when it comes to food, these two factors should be also kept into consideration. Not eating meals between Suhoor and Iftaar and then going overboard with the eating and indulgence is not in line with what Ramadan teaches. Portion control is the best way to make sure that the numbers on the scale do not increase by the end of the month. Eating in smaller portions is always the right idea and also helps one understand how much the body needs.
Calorie counting is one thing that is always under consideration and at the back of the mind of weight-watchers. Out of all the months, Ramadan happens to be that time of the year where one should be extra conscious and mindful of what is being consumed. All those foods which are fattening in nature should be completely avoided and such food items should be eaten which are not too high in calories and constitute a healthy, fulfilling meal.
Foods To Eat & Avoid During Suhoor
As mentioned earlier, Suhoor is one of the most important meals in the whole Ramadan. It should be well-balanced and designed in such a way which keeps you full and provides the body with the energy for the longer hours. It is very important to pay special attention to the food that is being eaten during Suhoor. Here is the list of food items that should be taken and avoided during Suhoor.
Foods To Eat & Avoid During Iftar
After Suhoor, Iftar becomes another important meal of the day. As much as Iftar is the most awaited meal to break the fast, it should be prepared carefully keeping the calories and portions in the mind. It should have a variety of food categories such as protein, fruits and vegetables to meet the needs of your body. Here is the list of food items that should be taken and avoided during Iftar.
Pakistani movie Waar has broken all the records been set by all the previous movies which were applauded by the global audience. Apart from generating a rich revenue in first few days of its grand release, the movie has developed a new feel of patriotism within every Pakistani who is now associating himself with a nation that has an ability to make a film something like-the great WAAR.
Bilal Lashari, the young and the prominent filmmaker has now turned into a real hero overnight with his three years effort that he has put in the movie. As per the latest news, it is Bollywood director Ram Gopal Verma who has tweeted about the movie showing his appreciation. He said that he is astonished to see this level of action and crisp in a movie and feel like leaving the Bollywood industry and assist Bilal Lashari for his next movie.
Here is the tweet, Have a look!
At one end where the real talented Indian people are appreciating this Pakistani attempt to make the world realize about the potential they have, there are some odd souls who can simply not take this success. It was just yesterday that we shared the news about Indian media attacking Bilal Lashari and Waar together.
No matter what different people have to say about the movie, Waar is a true hit by all means,
Konidela Ram Charan Teja is a leading Tollywood superstar. He is a film actor, producer and entrepreneur who works in Telugu films. He is one of the most popular and influential actors in the Telugu Cinema. Ram Charan established his own production house, the Konidela Production Company, in 2016, under which he produces films. Apart from his film career, he also owns the polo team Ram Charan Hyderabad Polo Riding Club. He married is sweetheart, Upasana Kamineni, in June 2012.
Upasana Kamineni
Upasana Kamineni was born on July 20, 1989 in Hyderabad. Her mother, Shobana Kamineni, is the President at Confederation of Indian Industry and the Executive Vice-Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals. Her father, Anil Kamineni, is the founder of the KEI Group. Her maternal grandfather, Prathap C. Reddy is the founder of India’s first corporate health care, Apollo Hospitals. She earned a degree in International Business Marketing and Management from Regent’s University, London.
Career
Upasana Kamineni is the Vice Chairperson of Apollo Foundation and Apollo Life (a healthcare and wellness site, which provides information related to health, wellness and fitness). She also owns and is the Editor-in-Chief of B Positive, a famous health and lifestyle magazine. She wanted to work with the Apollo Hospitals since childhood but in her teens, she wanted to become a fashion designer. However, after realizing her interests, she decided to go back to the family business. She also has an interest in interior designing and she has designed the interiors of one of her wellness centers. She has suffered from obesity throughout her childhood and adulthood. There was a time when she was 95kg. She worked really hard to overcome and end this suffering. She used to walk to college instead of using her car, cab or the Tube. She tried hard and her hard work paid off.
Philanthropy
She was entangled with philanthropy from an early age. In her student life, she started a ‘U Exchange’ movement, in which she used to collect old books and notebooks and give them to the children in the Naxal areas. She has launched an app ‘JIYO” with an Indian born American author and medical advocate, Deepak Chopra. It tracks stress and wellness levels of a person and sends them a ‘wellness prescription’.
Animal Lover
Upasana is an animal lover. She likes animals and believe in loving and respecting them as humans. She has more than five dogs. She also has a horse named Daisy. Daisy is a Falabella that was gifted to her by her sweet husband after one month of their marriage.
Favorites
Upasana is an independent, ferocious business woman. She loves driving, horse riding, sea diving, playing polo and watching films. Her favorite food is Biryani, Dum Pukht and Samosa.
Opposite Poles Attract Each Other
Where Cherry is an introvert, who can barely handle 10 people together, Upasana is an extrovert who can handle 100 people with the same energy. They were like a pair of savage friends. They met in college and their friendship bloomed into love. Since their families already knew each other, so, match-making between them wasn’t difficult. They celebrated their engagement ceremony at Temple Tree Farms on December 11, 2011. They hosted 2 wedding receptions on June 14, 2012 and June 15, 2012. They are living a happy and blissful life.
Here are some of the loving moments of their beautiful life.
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Rakhi Sawant is a renowned Indian actress, model, and digital influencer known for her bold and controversial personality. A few years ago, she married an Indian Muslim, Adil Durrani, and accepted Islam. Unfortunately, their marriage didn’t work out; however, Rakhi became a staunch follower of Islam. Last year, she embarked on her Umrah journey, praying for peace after her separation from her husband.
This year, Rakhi has once again embarked on her Umrah journey. She began the year 2025 with this spiritual pilgrimage. Currently, Rakhi Sawant is in Madina, from where she will travel to the Khana Kaaba to perform Umrah.
In her video Rakhi said, “The world is celebrating New Year, and we are here on a pilgrimage. It’s heartwarming to start my New Year with this spiritual journey. I believe 2025 will be amazing because I began it with Umrah. People are praying, and I am praying for all my friends and those in need. It’s so peaceful to see everyone performing their Umrah with devotion and peace”
Pakistan is mourning the death of young and talented YouTuber and TikToker Pyari Maryam, who passed away yesterday after giving birth to her twin sons. Maryam’s blood pressure rose after the delivery, and the excessive bleeding did not stop, due to which she passed away. Pyari Maryam was known for her positivity and sweet nature. She used to create mini vlogs and engaging lip-sync videos. She had around 198k YouTube subscribers, 2.3 million TikTok followers, and 133k followers on Instagram. Her sudden death has left her followers and the digital community heartbroken. Many actors are also expressing grief on her sudden death.
Rakhi Sawant is a famous Bollywood celebrity who has now embraced Islam and respects all religions. She recently received the sad news of Pyari Maryam’s passing while she was in Khana Kaaba for her Umrah journey. Rakhi Sawant prayed for Pyari Maryam’s forgiveness.
Rakhi Sawant said, “I pray for Pyari Maryam. May Allah grant her a higher rank in Jannah. I have heard very sad news. Please, Allah, give her a place in Jannat. She was a TikToker, a very obedient wife. Please, Allah, forgive her. Allah Hu Akbar.”
Social media users are praising Rakhi Sawant and are appreciating her act of care and kindness for Pakistani digital creator Pyari Maryam. Many are extending their prayers for Pyari Maryam as well. Read the comments here:
Rakhi Sawant is in the news nowadays as she wants to become the new Pakistani daughter-in-law. The Indian reality star is swinging between Dodi Khan and Mufti Qavi and she is not yet sure whom she will be marrying in the end. She spoke to a Pakistani news channel and had something really interesting to say.
Mufti Qavi has been proposing to Rakhi through several channels and he is all set to marry her as soon as possible. He is happy that she will be Fatima after her marriage and he welcomes her desire to marry a Pakistani man. He is a controversial figure himself and now he has a straight answer.
Rakhi Sawant said that she does not know if Mufti Qavi has 100 wives or 900 wives. Rakhi is alone equal to 1 lakh women and she can bet that Mufti will not be able to handle her as easily as he believes he can. Her blunt statement is now here as a message for Mufti Qavi.
